STEP PartnersSTEP's strength is built through our relationships with organizations focusing on promoting prosperity through aggressive and sustained growth in the export of Saskatchewan goods, services and technologies. International PartnersAsia Pacific Foundation
The Asia Pacific Foundation of Canada is an independent, not-for-profit think tank on Canada's relations with Asia.
Bulgarian Export Promotion Centre (BEPC)
BTPA is an administration with the Minister of Economy and is responsible for the organization and coordination of the activities of state bodies, public organizations, non-profit associations, municipalities and other legal bodies in the field of trade promotion.
Canada Arab Business Council
The Canada-Arab Business Council (CABC) is a Canadian chartered, non-profit organization formed in 1983 by the Canadian private sector. Its activities are designed to promote and enhance two way commercial relations between Canadian companies and companies from the Middle East and North Africa.
Canada Bangladesh Business Council
The Canada Bangladesh Business Council (CBBC) is a non-profit, non-partisan, members supported organization which provides a forum for discussion of key economic, commercial and other issues of interest to Canadian companies currently involved or planning to do business in Bangladesh.
Canada China Business Council
The Canada China Business Council (CCBC) is a private-sector, non-profit membership organization incorporated in 1978 to facilitate and promote trade and investment between Canada and the People's Republic of China.
Canada India Business Council
The Canada-India Business Council is the leading private sector association of Canadian companies doing business in India.
Canada Turkey Business Council
The Canadian-Turkish Business Council (CTBC) was founded by several major Canadian corporations with business interests in Turkey. The aim of the Council is to promote bilateral trade and investment between Turkey and Canada
Canadian Chamber of Commerce in Hong Kong
The Canadian Chamber of Commerce in Hong Kong is a proactive, non-government body representing more than 1150 members of every industry and size with business interests in Canada, Hong Kong and Mainland China.
Canadian Chamber of Commerce in Japan
The Canadian Chamber of Commerce in Japan (CCCJ) is a not-for-profit membership organization made up of companies and individuals with an interest in the Canada-Japan relationship.
Canadian Chamber of Commerce in the Philippines
AmCham has recognized and reconfirmed the commitment of American business to the development and welfare of the Philippines and the Filipino people.
Central North American Trade Corridor Association (CNATCA)
CNATCA is the conduit for corridor growth. We promote and develop Trade, Tourism, Training,Technology, and Transportation (5T's).
China Council for the Promotion of International Trade
Established in 1952, the China Council for the Promotion of International Trade (CCPIT) is China’s national trade and investment promotion agency. As the largest institution for the promotion of foreign trade in China, the organization’s mandate is to promote the development of economic and trade relations in line with law and government policies of the People's Republic of China.
Equipment Marketing & Distribution Association (EMDA) (Formerly known as FEWA-AIMRA)
Equipment Marketing & Distribution Association (EMDA) is the international trade association of independent wholesaler-distributors and manufacturer’s representatives engaged in marketing specialized agricultural equipment, outdoor power equipment, light industrial equipment, forestry equipment, or parts and components for those segments of industry. EMDA members have served for generations as the vital link between manufacturers and retail dealers. EMDA is the result of the merger of FEWA and AIMRA – strengthening the position of the Association in North America as a marketing and distribution organization designed to promote marketing of equipment.
FITA – Federation of International Trade Associations
The FITA International Trade/Import-Export Portal, is the source for B2B leads, news, events and links to 7,000 international trade related Web sites.
Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC)
The Hong Kong Trade Development Council is the statutory organization of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region to promote Hong Kong's trade in goods and services.
Lebanese Canadian Business Association (LCBA)
The Lebanese Canadian Business Association encourage joint-venture partnerships between Canadian and Lebanese companies. The LCBA strives towards increasing bilateral relations in economical, social, educational, humanitarian, commercial, industrial sectors, etc.
MANA – Manufacturers’ Agents National Association
MANA (Manufacturers’ Agents National Association), through a major emphasis on education, aids in the development and promotion of mutually profitable relationships and ethical standards of behaviour between multi-line professional sales representatives, their principals and their joint customers.
Syrian Canadian Business Association (SYCAB).
The Syrian Canadian Business Association (SYCAB) is a non profit association incorporated in Damascus, Syria and is committed to contribute in improving and enhancing joint commercial, economic, financial, educational cultural relations between Syria and the Canadian business community.
Texas Department of Economic Development
Texas Economic Development's mission is to market Texas and to assist communities to maximize economic development opportunities in a global economy.
TradeChile
As an official partner of STEP, TradeChile offers international business development services in Chile and Argentina. Their services include sector studies, representation in trade fairs, organization of trade missions, matchmaking and videoconference services. In addition, TradeChile also offers an innovative, cost-effective approach to entering a new market through its branch office showroom. With your STEP membership, you can access TradeChile's suite of services at a preferential rate.
World Trade Centre Poznan (Poland)
A member of the World Trade Centers Association (WTCA) a world - wide organization with the aim of promoting and facilitating international trade. They co-operate very close with Poznan International Fair and City of Poznan, our shareholders. By joining the World Trade Center Poznan Club, you are becoming a member one of the largest commercial organizations in the world with over 500 000 participating members belonging to over 330 WTCs in over 100 countries. Membership is a great opportunity for establishing new business contacts. Domestic PartnersCanadian Consulting Agrologists Association
The Canadian Consulting Agrologists Association (CCAA) is a membership-driven organization of professional consultants, dedicated to providing consulting services to agricultural sectors across the world.
Canadian International Development Agency (CIDA)CIDA helps people of developing countries to achieve self-sustainable economic and social development, thereby contributing to Canada's political and economic interests abroad.
Canadian Manufacturers & Exporters (CME)
For more than 130 years, CME has successfully represented the interests of Canadian business, keeping members on the competitive edge of world-class manufacturing and trade.
Canadian Special Crops Association (CSCA)
The Canadian Special Crops Association establishes trade rules and serves as a forum for exporters, dealers, brokers and processors involved in the industry of trading Canada's special crops: dried peas, lentils, mustard seed, canary seed, dried beans, chickpeas, faba beans, sunflower seeds. safflower seeds, and buckwheat.
Canadian Technology Network (CTN)
The Canadian Technology Network links federal and provincial government labs and agencies, universities, community colleges, industry associations, technology centres and economic development agencies.
Enterprise Saskatchewan
Enterprise Saskatchewan, a special operating agency, provides a bold and innovative approach to creating sustainable economic growth for the province of Saskatchewan. Enterprise involves all levels of government, industry, labour, Aboriginal people, post-secondary institutions and other stakeholders dedicated to the goal of sustained economic growth. Enterprise and the collective partnerships advance provincial economic development goals, strategies and clear measurable targets for economic performance. In collaboration with industry and other partners as well as support from Executive Council, ministries, agencies and Crown corporations, action is taken to achieve the economic performance targets, encourage economic growth, and enhance Saskatchewan's competitive position.
Forum for International Trade Training (FITT)
FITT (Forum for International Trade Training) is an international trade training and professional certification body. As the only organization of its kind in the world, FITT sets the standards and designs the training programs leading to the Certified International Trade Professional (CITP) designation. FITT’s quality training programs impart knowledge and practical skills that provide a competitive advantage to trade practitioners while elevating their position in world markets.
I.E. Canada
Import-Export Canada, a national non-profit organization, was founded in 1932 to promote Canada's international trade and to provide services for its membership. They have a membership of over 650 corporations.
Northstar Trade Finance Inc.
NORTHSTAR Trade Finance Inc. was created to support small and medium sized Canadian exporters by offering financing to credit worthy foreign buyers of eligible Canadian goods and services.
AMC – Agricultural Manufacturers of Canada
PIMA - Agricultural Manufacturers of Canada represents manufacturers of agricultural equipment throughout Canada. Many associated suppliers and marketing companies participate in our association.
Prairie Feed Resource Centre
The Prairie Feed Resource Centre (PFRC) is a research, development and consulting service dedicated to capturing economic opportunities in the domestic and world animal feedstuffs markets.
Trade Team Saskatchewan
Trade Team Saskatchewan is a partnership of federal and provincial agencies that offers trade related services to active and potential exporters.
Strategic In-market Partner ProgramWhy the Need for the Strategic In-market Partners Program?
Saskatchewan Trade and Export Partnership (STEP) prides itself on being among the most active trade development organizations in the world. Staff travels extensively across the globe, supporting Saskatchewan exporters in international business in over 70 countries. STEP already has an excellent network of international contacts through close working relationships with several hundred trade offices and embassies of the Canadian Consulate system and the Canada Department of Foreign Affairs and International Trade.
As a compliment to this extensive trade development network, STEP is eager to further expand its international presence and networking capacity. It is an organization that prides itself on continuous improvement, and a desire to continuously enhance customer service for its members. Staff from STEP can not constantly be everywhere. Travel budgets must also be prudently managed to minimize organizational costs. STEP does not have the resources to finance permanent trade offices with dedicated expertise in every market. However it can draw upon the leverage and good will of key international contacts that can bring added expertise, skills and a special working knowledge of the Saskatchewan economy to become a more dedicated and secondary network to STEP. Building upon this voluntary network - many of whom are ex-patriots or international offices with strong historical ties to Saskatchewan - STEP will now offer even greater support to exporters from our province.
What is the Strategic In-market Partners Program?
It is a voluntary network of international business offices which have demonstrated Saskatchewan knowledge and loyalty, proven reputations, and a strong in-market presence to provide further contacts and support to STEP staff and its traveling members. Over time this focused network of voluntary trade ambassadors will grow in every major market for Saskatchewan.
Who Gets to be Designated as a STEP Strategic In-market Partner?
These added designations are selected very carefully by the President and CEO of STEP. They are based upon networking and referral through STEP’s awareness of strategic international contacts in key global markets. General criteria for consideration as a Strategic In-market Partner includes recognition of only those international offices with the following attributes:
- An established reputation and an impressive network of ongoing contacts and expertise in a strategic market for STEP.
- A strong familiarity with both the Saskatchewan and Canadian export sectors.
- A demonstrated interest and track record of support for the Saskatchewan economy, either as an expatriate or through past association and/or ongoing commitment to STEP as a Regular, Associate or Reciprocal Member. Past supporters of previous STEP missions and projects will also be considered.
- The company partner must have demonstrated expertise in a wide range of professional business services, and be capable of supporting a variety of international commercial interests and industry sectors.
- The designated partner company must have demonstrated business integrity, ethics, and a record of achievement through high quality service to customers.
How Do STEP Members Benefit from In-market Partnerships?
All Strategic In-market Partners chosen by STEP will be able to offer the following services:
- Office hosting and coordination for STEP members while traveling in-market and visiting the area.
- Added briefing and consultation on the focused market opportunities.
- Regular sharing of potential market leads, and other strategic briefings and ongoing market intelligence to STEP.
- Assistance to help plan and coordinate in-market missions or in-bound missions from key global contacts and buyers to come visit Saskatchewan.
Why Will International Offices Agree to Provide Voluntary Services to STEP?
As a Strategic In-market Partner, each designated foreign office will receive the following benefits and privileges through this special relationship with STEP:
- Higher profile and formal recognition as an In-market Partner of STEP through signage, business cards and STEP referral and communications to its members.
- Added briefing material and training on STEP programs and services to help the in-market partner serve as a more knowledgeable resource for potential buyers of Saskatchewan exports.
- Pre-qualification as a potential in-market consulting advisor on special projects, mission planning, and other services for STEP if and when more detailed and targeted services may be required.
- Other potential partnerships.
For further information, please contact:
David Froh, Trade Specialist, Technology and
Professional Services
dfroh@sasktrade.sk.ca
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