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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

Dear BCCTC members and friends, Welcome to the latest edition of the BCCTC newsletter, where we bring together timely intelligence, expert insight, and strategic opportunities relevant to businesses engaged in UK–Canada trade and investment. This edition highlights a broad range of initiatives, programmes, and developments designed to support internationally focused organisations as they navigate an increasingly complex global commercial environment. We are also pleased to we

✨ Thank you for joining us! ✨ A huge thank you to everyone who attended the 16th European Chambers Meetup at the Firkin on Bay Street. It was another fantastic evening filled with great conversations, new connections, and a truly vibrant European business community. Special thanks to the Canada Finland Chamber of Commerce for hosting! We’re grateful to our members, non-members, and partners for continuing to make this bi-monthly series such a success. Special thanks to ou

Expand. Connect. Discover. Canadian businesses – Scotland is calling. Join Scotland – Canada Business Week 2026 for a dynamic programme designed to create new trade opportunities, investment and partnerships between our two nations. Why Scotland? Top Investment Destination: Scotland has been the #1 UK region for inward investment outside London for 10 consecutive years, securing 135 projects in 2024, representing 15.8% of all UK inward investment. Clean Energy Leadership: Sc

On November 25th, we were delighted to host an engaging evening introducing the British-born model of fractional leadership — Fractional Execs — to Canada. Thank you to everyone who joined us to explore this innovative approach to scaling businesses and entering new markets. Fractional Execs has already made an impact in the United Kingdom, South Africa, and the United Arab Emirates. Now, they are bringing their expertise and established network to support Canadian compani

On October 1st, Martin Buckle, Vice President of the British Canadian Chamber of Trade and Commerce (BCCTC), launched a new event series titled “Let’s Talk – Clearing the Path to International Trade.” The initiative aims to help Canadian businesses navigate the complexities of global markets and explore new opportunities abroad. The inaugural session featured opening remarks by Mairead Lavery , who emphasized the unprecedented disruptions reshaping global trade. “We are ex

The British Canadian Chamber of Trade and Commerce is pleased to share a special invitation to attend the Toronto Operetta Theatre’s...

The British Canadian Chamber of Trade and Commerce is pleased to highlight upcoming webinars from our member Xtalks , a global community...

Dear BCCTC Members and Friends, We hope this message finds you well and enjoying a restful summer. We are pleased to share a series of...

Just over a year ago, UK-based IT services provider Thinc took its first steps overseas with the opening of its office in Toronto. As...

October 14-16, 2025 | London, UK Join the Canadian Chamber of Commerce in London, U.K., for a pivotal mission at the crossroads of...

Join Northern Ireland and MaRS Discovery District at McMillan LLP in Toronto on June 26th as we shine a spotlight on 9 high-growth...