UK–Canada CPTPP Business Series
- Idalia Obregon

- 2 days ago
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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 market.
🇬🇧🇨🇦 UK–Canada CPTPP: Unlocking Opportunities in the Canadian Market
Tuesday, August 25, 2026 | 11:00 AM EDT / 4:00 PM BST | Online
How can UK businesses take advantage of the opportunities available in Canada?
This session will explore how the UK’s trade relationship with Canada and its membership in the CPTPPcan support businesses looking to enter, expand, or strengthen their presence in the Canadian market.
What you’ll learn
Unlock opportunities in Canada – Understand how the UK’s trade agreements with Canada can help businesses access new markets and compete more effectively.
Leverage trade agreements for growth – Explore how improved market access, reduced trade barriers, and greater certainty can support export and expansion strategies.
Turn opportunities into commercial success – Gain practical insights into establishing and growing your business in the Canadian market.
Strengthen your international strategy – Discover how CPTPP can contribute to market access and supply-chain opportunities.
Whether you are an experienced exporter or considering Canada for the first time, this session will provide practical and actionable insights to help you make informed decisions and identify new commercial opportunities.
🇬🇧🇨🇦 UK–Canada CPTPP: Maximising CPTPP After Entry into Force
Tuesday, September 8, 2026 | 11:00 AM EDT / 4:00 PM BST | Online
The second session will build on the first by focusing on how businesses can maximise the opportunities available through CPTPP following its entry into force.
Participants will gain a better understanding of how CPTPP can support trade with Canada and how businesses can translate the agreement into practical export and growth opportunities.
What you’ll learn
Maximise the benefits of CPTPP – Understand how the agreement can support stronger trade relationships with Canada.
Identify practical export advantages – Explore opportunities arising from improved market access and reduced trade barriers.
Support business growth – Learn how greater market certainty can contribute to your international expansion plans.
Convert trade opportunities into results – Explore practical steps businesses can take to make the most of the Canadian market.
The session is designed for both experienced exporters and businesses exploring Canada for the first time, providing actionable insights to help companies navigate the market and capitalise on emerging opportunities.
We look forward to representing the BCCTC and contributing our perspective to this important conversation about the future of UK–Canada trade and investment.
Register here for August 25: https://www.business.gov.uk/business-academy/events/uk-canada-cptpp-getting-ready-for-entry-into-force-25-august-2026/
Register here for September 8: https://www.business.gov.uk/business-academy/events/uk-canada-cptpp-maximising-opportunities-after-entry-into-force-08-september-2026/





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