Organized ByWorld Trade Developers Inc.

📅Date & TimeThu, May 20, 2027 · 9AM–5PM

⌖Event VenueOntario Investment and Trade Centre
250 Yonge Street, 35th Floor, Toronto

About

The expo

An international business, trade and investment conference designed to connect ambitious companies with opportunities in Ontario, Canada and global markets.

DateThursday, May 20, 2027

Time9:00 AM – 5:00 PM

VenueOntario Investment and Trade Centre, 250 Yonge Street, 35th Floor, Toronto

Welcome to

Canada Gateway Expo 2027

Under the theme “A Conference That Defines the Future of Your Business,” the expo brings together entrepreneurs, investors, exporters, importers, manufacturers, government representatives, diplomats, trade organizations and corporate leaders for a focused day of meaningful discussions and strategic networking.

It is more than a conference: a platform for discovering new markets, exploring investment and building international partnerships and long-term commercial relationships.

International trade and investment
Business expansion into Canada
Canadian products and services in global markets
Business-to-business matchmaking
Technology and knowledge exchange
International delegations and institutional cooperation

About the organizer

World Trade Developers Inc.

A Canadian organization registered in Canada, the United States, the United Kingdom, Australia and Pakistan, focused on international trade promotion, investment facilitation, business networking, market access, delegation management and B2B, B2G and G2G opportunities.

Through conferences, exhibitions, institutional engagements, trade delegations and global business missions, it connects Canadian companies with overseas markets and helps credible international businesses explore opportunities in Canada.

Canada
United States
United Kingdom
Australia
Pakistan

World Trade Developers Inc. at a 2026 institutional meeting

Our commitment to building global connections

Commercial relationships

Building international commercial relationships that last beyond the event.

Trade and investment

Supporting trade and investment development between markets.

Relevant stakeholders

Connecting businesses with the stakeholders who matter to them.

Sustainable partnerships

Promoting responsible and sustainable partnerships.

Entrepreneurship

Encouraging entrepreneurship and innovation.

Global cooperation

Creating platforms for meaningful global cooperation.

Message from the CEOIn today’s rapidly changing global economy, businesses must build meaningful relationships, understand emerging markets and remain open to innovation and international cooperation.

Canada offers a stable, diverse and globally connected business environment. Following the Lifestyle Expo Business & Investors Conference 2026 and Canada Gateway Expo 2026, World Trade Developers Inc. remains committed to professional platforms that promote trade, investment, entrepreneurship, market access and economic cooperation.

Rana Muhammad TanveerFounder and Chief Executive Officer

Our purpose

Vision and mission

Our vision

To establish Canada Gateway Expo as a trusted international platform connecting Canada with emerging and established global markets while creating sustainable opportunities for trade, investment, innovation and economic development.

Our mission

To bring businesses, investors, institutions and governments together in an environment where ideas become partnerships and partnerships become measurable economic opportunities.

Ideas become partnerships, and partnerships become measurable economic opportunities.

Our missionCanada Gateway Expo

Conference

Objectives for 2027

Present Canada, and particularly Ontario, as a competitive destination for international investment and business expansion.
Help international companies better understand the Canadian business environment.
Connect Canadian businesses with international buyers, distributors, investors and partners.
Promote export development and access to new global markets.
Facilitate credible B2B, B2G and institutional introductions.
Encourage joint ventures, technology transfer and commercial cooperation.
Support entrepreneurs, SMEs, manufacturers and innovative companies.
Strengthen relationships among business communities across different countries.
Generate practical leads and follow-up opportunities for participating organizations.
Promote long-term economic cooperation and people-to-people connections.

Why attend

Connect. Discover. Collaborate. Grow.

Connect

Meet business owners, investors, government representatives, trade professionals, corporate leaders, service providers and international delegates.

Discover

Learn about Canadian market opportunities, investment considerations, business support services and emerging industries.

Collaborate

Explore partnerships, distributorships, franchises, joint ventures, supplier relationships and investment projects.

Grow

Develop valuable contacts, introduce your company to new markets and identify long-term growth opportunities.

Who should attend

Business owners and entrepreneurs
Investors and investment groups
Exporters and importers
Manufacturers and suppliers
Distributors and wholesalers
Retail and franchise operators
Chambers of commerce
Trade and investment organizations
Government and diplomatic representatives
Municipal and economic-development agencies
Startups and technology companies
Financial and professional service providers
Consultants and market-entry specialists
Universities and educational institutions

Venue and location

Downtown Toronto

Address: Ontario Investment and Trade Centre — Main Theatre
250 Yonge Street, 35th Floor
Toronto, Ontario M5B 2L7, Canada
Date: Thursday, May 20, 2027
Time: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM · registration from 9:00 AM
Helpline: +1 (647) 656-4304

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Need wheelchair access, mobility assistance, dietary accommodations or interpretation? Let us know when you register so we can review your request with the venue.

Looking back

2026 event highlights

Canada Gateway Expo 2026 took place on August 23, 2026 at Pearson Convention Centre, Brampton, followed by institutional meetings with Canadian business organizations.