Trade services
Calgary Economic Development runs trade programs and missions that help local businesses reach new customers globally. We can help you build a practical export plan, identify new markets and connect with advisors and buyers.
Trade missions
We regularly lead trade missions to spread the word about Calgary and our expansion-ready businesses. When you join a mission, you connect with key players in new markets. There’s no better way to get an understanding of the business culture, economy and support services in your target market.
Trade Accelerator Program
The Trade Accelerator Program (TAP) is an innovative four-session initiative designed to accelerate the strategic development of your business and to better prepare you for expansion into international markets. You'll get the tools, connections and knowledge you need to take your business into new markets—and it’s free for Alberta businesses.
Talent services
Workforce connections
Calgary’s talent pool is deep, dedicated and skilled. Whether you’re looking to expand or new to the city, we’ll help you find the talent you need. Our services include:
- Pathfinding to talent for work-based learning opportunities
- Introductions to Calgary post-secondaries
- Calgary workforce data
- Talent attraction events
Immigration support
Our experts keep up with changing government policy and local initiatives that help employers bring workers to the country. We help you navigate the immigration system with:
- Immigration wayfinding
- Referrals to Team Calgary legal partners
- Referrals to the Global Talent Stream
- Talent attraction missions
We’re with you every step of the way. Whatever your business and its real estate needs, our experts are there to help with:
- Industrial, commercial and office site selection
- Referrals to local brokers and industry representatives
- Real estate data and insights
- Permits, licences and connections to City departments
Connect with the community
Ecosystem connectivity
We can connect you with Team Calgary partners, post-secondary institutions, government programs, industry associations and accelerators.
Incentive wayfinding
We’ll introduce you to funding organizations and keep you informed about available grants and incentives.
Data
We provide market-to-market cost comparisons (salaries, real estate, taxes), industry lists and economic outlooks.