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SUMMARY:Exporting to Mexico and Latin America with free trade
DESCRIPTION:Don’t let a lack of local presence in the market or understanding of tariff and non-tariff barriers hold you back. \nExpand your knowledge on how to export products and services to Mexico and Latin America with the Canada-United States-Mexico Agreement (CUSMA) and Comprehensive and Progressive Agreement for Trans-Pacific Partnership (CPTPP)\, how your business can benefit from tariff liberalization\, and how to choose the right free trade agreement for your industry. \nJoin us on Thursday\, July 27\, 2023\, from 1 to 2 p.m. ET as we discuss: \n\nWhy it’s important to know the procedures to export goods and services through CUSMA or CPTPP\nHow to leverage trade benefits such as tariff liberalization from both agreements shared with Mexico and how to select the best FTA for your product or service\nWhat’s a tariff and non-tariff restriction and what should be considered when exporting to Mexico\nHow EDC and Team Canada can help Canadian companies get better access to Mexico and Latin American markets.\n\n\n\n\n\nOur panel\n\n\n\n\nModerator \n\n\n\n\n \nJorge Rave\nChief Representative Mexico\nExport Development Canada\n\n\n\n\n\nSpeakers \n\n\n\n\n \nMarilú Cisneros Vargas\nRegional Manager in Mexico\nExport Development Canada\n\n\n \nGuillaume Healy\nTrade Commissioner\, FTA Promotion\, Inclusive \nTrade and Trade Missions Division\nGlobal Affairs Canada\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \nAndrés Friedman\nCo-Founder & CEO\nSolfium Inc.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWho should watch\nCanadian businesses interested in exporting to Mexico and Latin America. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegister for this event
URL:https://www.investkelowna.com/event/exporting-to-mexico-and-latin-america-with-free-trade/
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SUMMARY:Accelerate Okanagan Programs Info Session
DESCRIPTION:Join the AO Programs team for a presentation on our new Acceleration Stack and how it can support the growth of your business. \nIn this presentation\, we will introduce you to our accelerator programs designed to empower and support startup founders on their journey. Discover how our programs can provide the necessary resources to fuel your startup’s growth and give you a solid foundation to work from. \nDuring this session\, we will showcase our Acceleration Stack\, tailored to address different aspects of startup development. Programs such as Venture Validation Market Ready are designed to guide founders through essential stages of the startup journey. If accessing capital is your priority\, Fundable\, Okanagan Angel Summit\, and ThreeSixty\, are designed to equip you with the knowledge and strategies to secure funding and connect you with potential investors and funders. \nWe will outline the minimum requirements\, ideal profiles\, and key benefits of each program\, helping you determine the best fit for your startup’s current stage and objectives. In addition\, you’ll gain insights into the overall support we provide as a tech accelerator. \nJoin us for this informative session and discover how our accelerator programs can propel your startup’s success. \nGet Tickets
URL:https://www.investkelowna.com/event/accelerate-okanagan-programs-info-session/
LOCATION:British Columbia
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SUMMARY:KF Aerospace Career Fair
DESCRIPTION:You’re invited to the KF Aerospace Career Fair!\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nEVENT DETAILS\n\n\n\n\nDATE: Thursday\, July 27 \n\n\n\n\nTIME: From 3:30 to 6:30pm \n\n\n\n\nLOCATION: 5650 Aerospace Drive in KF’s West Hangar \n*FREE PARKING* \n  \n\n\n\n\nOur hangar doors are open for you!\n\n\nDon’t miss this exclusive inside look at our world-class aviation services in Kelowna\, BC. This open-house career fair event will showcase a variety of career opportunities working on–and off–aircraft\, including Aircraft Painting\, Hangar Support\, Administration\, Supply Chain\, Logistics\, Aerospace Engineering\, Flight Operations and more. Meet with KF Ambassadors from across our organization and join us for facility tours\, refreshments and a prize giveaway! \nOkanagan College will also be participating to introduce prospective students to their Aircraft Maintenance programs\, including the Structures program located on-site at KF Aerospace. \nApplicants of all backgrounds and experience levels are welcome! \n\n\n\nWhat does Kelowna’s largest private employer have to offer?\n\n\n\n\nEntry-level positions offering competitive starting wages ranging from $18.75 to $20 per hour with set salary increases eligible every 6 months. \n\n\n\n\nA comprehensive benefits package that includes extended medical and dental\,  a health spending account\, a wellness and personal spending account\, pension matching plan and an Employee & Family Assistance Program. \n\n\n\n\nExciting opportunities for career advancement and internal promotions.
URL:https://www.investkelowna.com/event/kf-aerospace-career-fair/
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