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Your New Partner in Canada Powering the Things You Love The British Canadian Chamber of Trade and Commerce is pleased to introduce its newest Sponsor Member National Grid. National Grid delivers electricity and natural gas to millions of people across the globe. We’re committed to meeting our customers’ energy needs and supporting economic growth —providing safe, reliable energy today and building the resilient networks of the future. National Grid Ventures (NGV), our commer

Join us at our 75th Anniversary Gala for an unforgettable evening of celebration, networking and the chance to win a pair of roundtrip British Airways Business Class tickets from Toronto to London! ✨ ✈️ Eligible for travel within the next 12 months. Standard blackout dates and terms and conditions apply. BCCTC 75th Anniversary Gala Reception • Dinner • Networking • Celebration Monday, November 16, 2026 6:00 PM | Formal Wear The National Club 303 Bay Street, Toronto 75 years o

The British Canadian Chamber of Trade & Commerce (BCCTC) is honoured to invite you to join us in commemorating 75 years of advancing business, trade, and enduring connections between Canada and the United Kingdom. To mark this important milestone, we are delighted to present two special occasions bringing together distinguished members of the business, diplomatic, and international community. BCCTC 75th Anniversary Gala Reception • Dinner • Networking • Celebration Monday, No

🇬🇧🇨🇦 75 Years of Building Canada–UK Business Connections The British Canadian Chamber of Trade and Commerce (BCCTC) held its 2026 Annual General Meeting this summer, marking an important milestone as the Chamber celebrates its 75th anniversary. Founded on June 1, 1951, originally as the British Canadian Trade Association (BCTA), the BCCTC has spent seven and a half decades strengthening commercial ties between Canada and the United Kingdom. Today, the BCCTC remains an ind

MEMBER SPOTLIGHT Your Trusted Legal Partner in Canada The British Canadian Chamber of Trade and Commerce is pleased to introduce Wildeboer Dellelce LLP, one of Canada's premier corporate, securities and business transaction law firms — and a trusted partner for UK businesses looking to make their mark in Canada. Based in Toronto, Wildeboer Dellelce has built its reputation on turning complex legal challenges into clear, business-ready decisions. Their cross-border team works

The BCCTC was proud to be part of the 3rd Annual International Chambers of Commerce Cocktail, hosted by the Club canadien de Toronto on August 27 at IQ Offices. With 230+ business leaders, entrepreneurs, consular representatives and community leaders in attendance, the event set a new record and demonstrated the strength of Toronto’s international business community. BCCTC Vice-President & Treasurer Martin Buckle spoke with The Ontario Post about the important role chambers p

The UK Government Business Academy is hosting a two-part online series exploring the opportunities arising from the evolving UK–Canada trading relationship and the UK’s membership in the CPTPP. We are delighted that the BCCTC has been invited to participate as a featured speaker in the series. BCCTC members are invited to join both sessions and gain valuable insights from trade and business experts on how businesses can take advantage of new opportunities in the Canadian mark

As the Canada–UK business relationship continues to grow, this issue brings you the latest trade, investment, and innovation developments shaping our bilateral markets. From funding opportunities and market intelligence to strategic business insights, we are pleased to keep you informed on the opportunities driving collaboration and growth across the Canada–UK corridor. This month, we look ahead to the Farnborough International Airshow 2026, where a strong Canadian delegation

The City of Toronto recently launched TradeTO Trade Accelerator Program – this is the City’s training and grant program for Toronto-based businesses that are export-ready and looking to pursue trade diversification, export development, and international business expansion. Applications are now open. Apply by July 16 at 4 p.m. More info: https://www.toronto.ca/business-economy/business-operation-growth/business-incentives/trade-accelerator-program/. Funding Available Micro-gra

Join us for the Scotland–Canada Virtual B2B Networking Session on Thursday, June 11, 2026, bringing together Canadian and Scottish businesses, investors, and organizations looking to build meaningful international connections. Hosted by the Inverness, Edinburgh, and West Highland Chambers of Commerce in partnership with Canadian Chamber organizations, this interactive online event will explore opportunities for strategic partnerships, market expansion, and sector collaboratio

On May 12, the British Canadian Chamber of Trade and Commerce (BCCTC) hosted a hybrid breakfast panel, “From Disruption to Strategy: Logistics, Risk, and the New Global Reality,” as part of its ongoing “Let’s Talk!” event series. Presented in partnership with valued members BDO Canada and Manitoulin Global Forwarding, the discussion brought together industry leaders to examine how rapidly shifting global trade dynamics are reshaping supply chains and challenging organizations

May 12 @8:30 AM EST, register here. Part of BCCTC’s “Let’s Talk!” event series and presented in partnership with valued members BDO Canada and Manitoulin Global Forwarding, this event brings together industry leaders to examine how rapidly shifting logistics challenges are reshaping the way organizations operate. From geopolitical conflicts and fluctuating oil & gas prices to tariffs, currency volatility, and supply chain disruptions, businesses are navigating constant uncert

There is a woeful lack of detail and authenticity in the accounting for joint ventures... In the example of Marks & Spencer, it triggered an impairment review and the recognition of an impairment loss of £248m. When BMW brought the results of BMW Brilliance, a joint venture in China, into its financial statements after increasing its ownership stake, it actually triggered a remeasurement gain of €7.6bn in addition to bringing in all the revenue and expenses of the joint ventu

By ACCA Global - The global body for professional accountants In a world which is increasingly volatile, organisations are progressively relying on their accountancy and finance professionals to provide strategic insight and support decision making. The role of the accountant is being redefined, but never more so than in the current circumstances. Accountants have never been more important as strategic advisers. Leading in the volatile world The ACCA / IMA Global Economic Con

On April 21st, the BCCTC held an insightful event on practical strategies for building AI readiness in business. Hosted in partnership with Fractional Execs Canada, the event included a presentation on embracing expert-led AI to move beyond the hype and deliver growth. Alex Marr, CEO and Co-Founder of Fractional Execs Canada, explained how Fractional Execs embed within SME teams to drive strategy and execution through continuous collaboration. Role-specific Frac Execs level t

We are pleased to share with you a special edition highlighting some of our valued members. This feature offers an opportunity to learn more about the individuals and organizations that make up our community, connect with their work, and discover how you too can be featured through the BCCTC to promote your business and professional initiatives. Our members contribute far more than specialized services. They regularly share thought leadership, host events, publish research a

We are pleased to welcome BDO Canada LLP as the newest Sponsor Member of the British Canadian Chamber of Trade & Commerce. BDO Canada LLP is a leading provider of professional services to clients across a variety of sectors and segments. For over 100 years, our team has served communities across Canada through a comprehensive range of assurance, tax, and consulting services, complemented by deep industry knowledge. With over 5,000 people across 100 offices in Canada, and m

Today, on International Women's Day , the British Canadian Chamber of Trade & Commerce (BCCTC) is proud to honour four of our members: Laura Albrow, Jeannette Hanna, Liz Palmer and Shannon Skinner as Women of the Day (WoD) . The Woman of the Day campaign was launched on February 25, 2017, during our Women in Business event, in response to a clear demand for greater dialogue, visibility, and support for women in business. Since then, the initiative has profiled remarkable wo

Dear BCCTC members and friends, Canada’s House of Commons’ Standing Committee on International Trade invited the British Canadian Chamber of Trade and Commerce to provide testimony as a witness for its study of Bill C-13, An Act to implement the Protocol on the Accession of the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland to the Comprehensive and Progressive Agreement for Trans-Pacific Partnership. Mr. Martin Buckle , BCCTC Vice President & Treasurer attended the