European Union Chamber of Commerce in Canada

The European Union Chamber of Commerce in Canada (EUCCAN) is a non-profit organisation serving as a key resource and main point of contact for EU businesses in Canada and for EU businesses seeking to enter the Canadian market as well as Canadian companies interested inEuropean markets. The organisation aims to promote trade and investment between theEuropean Union and Canada through advocacy, information, and representation: identifying challenges and opportunities of doing business in Canada, addressing common affairs and voicing business interests and recommendations to the EU and Canadian governments, facilitating industry committees, conducting surveys, publishing position papers, providing practical business guides, organising business seminars and networking events Canada-wide and online, offering members enhanced visibility, facilitating access and introductions to decision-makers, and brokering introductions to key stakeholders.

EUCCAN was founded in 1993 and is headquartered in Toronto, Canada. The organisation is composed of European bilateral Chambers of Commerce and Business Associations in Canada representing multinationals and SMEs, and corporate members.

EUCCAN's activities include organising events, workshops, and seminars that provide information and insights into the EU-Canada trade relationship, as well as advocacy around key trade irritants.

Publications

The Publications section of the European Union Chamber of Commerce in Canada (EUCCAN) website contains various reports, studies, and publications related to EU-Canada trade relations, business opportunities, and regulatory issues. Some of the publications available on the website include:

EU-Canada Comprehensive Economic and Trade Agreement (CETA) Handbook: This handbook provides a comprehensive overview of the CETA, which is a free trade agreement between the EU and Canada. The handbook covers topics such as market access, rules of origin, and regulatory cooperation. (Link)
Position Paper Concerns on the implementation of the Luxury Tax by the Canadian government. (Link)
News (Link)
Monthly Newsletter (Link)

Services

Advocacy is an important part of the work done by the European Union Chamber of Commerce in Canada (EUCCAN). The organisation advocates on behalf of its members to promote trade and investment between the EU and Canada, and to address issues and challenges faced by European businesses operating in Canada. (Link)

Some of the advocacy activities undertaken by EUCCAN include:

Engaging with policymakers: EUCCAN engages with policymakers at the local, provincial, and federal levels to promote policies that support EU-Canada trade and The organisation advocates for policies that reduce trade barriers, improve regulatory cooperation, and promote a level playing field for European businesses in Canada.
Providing feedback on regulatory issues: EUCCAN provides feedback and input on regulatory issues that affect European businesses in Canada. The organisation works with policymakers to address issues such as customs regulations, technical barriers to trade, and intellectual property
Supporting trade missions: EUCCAN supports trade missions and business delegations between the EU and Canada. The organisation provides logistical support and helps to facilitate business meetings and networking opportunities for its members.
Promoting EU-Canada trade agreements: EUCCAN advocates for the implementation and enforcement of trade agreements between the EU and Canada, such as the Comprehensive Economic and Trade Agreement (CETA). The organisation works to raise awareness about the benefits of these agreements and to address any challenges that arise during their