EDC
New EDC human rights policy lacks power, say workers and watchdogs
Nothing in the new policy is compulsory or binding on the agency or any of its corporate clients.
EDC investigating claim it backed SNC-Lavalin on corrupt Angola deal [UPDATED]
Crown agency said it would have never knowingly taken part in any deal involving bribery or corruption.
EDC webinar helps you connect with new export customers
Industry experts will provide insight, tools and tips on how to connect with the resources you need.
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New policy says Export Development Canada is off coal investment
It means no funding for any international project that involves thermal coal.
Women-owned businesses generate $68,000 less revenue than men’s: survey
Lack of access to capital is one of the biggest challenges for women entrepreneurs.
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No quick fix for Canadian trade diversification
Most exporters are small with few resources for capacity building or market expansion.
Federal auditor’s report flags assessment risks at EDC
Crown Corp. has yet to implement a framework first recommended in a 2009 audit.
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One year since new softwood duties, Canadian industry doing fine
Predictions of widespread job loss and mill closures haven’t materialized.
New development finance institution will target poorest countries: Lamontagne
But traditional aid agencies say investors won’t have the stomach to invest in war-torn, disaster-ridden countries.
Exporters urging Ottawa to undo uneven application of Russian sanctions
OTTAWA — Canadian exporters with long histories of doing business in Russia are urging the federal government to help them compete with foreign rivals that they insist are profiting from Ottawa’s particularly rigid approach to international sanctions. Companies say they’re…
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Canada and UK take on Boeing at US trade tribunal hearing
Will detail why potential duties of up to 300% on Bombardier’s C-Series jet are illegitimate.
Exporters feel pessimistic on NAFTA uncertainty, seeking new solutions
Several are contemplating strategies including moving operations south of the border.
Canadian exports seeing big gains on strength of global economy: EDC
Eight per cent this year led by “massive gains” in the commodity space, and 4% next year.
Exporter confidence strong, despite instability in the US: EDC
TCI rose in all industry categories, and in all regions except Quebec.
EDC provides $72M financing for massive solar park in Dubai
…and Cenovus Energy gets $6.5 million to help fulfill ferry export contracts.
