About Us
The federal government has created Invest in Canada to promote, attract and retain foreign direct investment in Canada. As a bureau of the Department of Foreign Affairs and International Trade, we assist multinational companies planning to invest in Canadian businesses or expand their operations in our country. We can guide you through every step of the investment process, from the exploratory phase through to site selection and follow up: we can provide you with a wealth of information about doing business in Canada and introduce you to specialists who offer one-on-one assistance customized to meet your particular needs.
Our easy-to-navigate website and knowledgeable advisors can give you the investment data critical to developing a solid business case for investment in Canada, including:
- Industry-specific value propositions
- Cost comparisons (e.g. wages and taxes)
- Leads for potential partnerships
- Site selection resources
- Guidance on incentives, regulations and taxation
We can also organize exploration visits on your behalf and help you establish ties with government contacts, private sector suppliers and business service consultants.
Whether you are setting up your own Canadian operation, working with a Canadian partner or establishing a Canadian base to increase your access to global markets, Canada is a low-cost, high-quality place to do business. Through Canadian diplomatic missions around the world, and with direct access to investment contacts at national, provincial and municipal levels, Invest in Canada is well positioned to help you make wise investment decisions.
Wondering where to begin? Let Invest in Canada help you: our services are free of charge and completely confidential.
To contact a Canadian investment officer in your area, please visit our Global Network.
Canada has signed Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) on investment promotion and co-operation agreements, find out more on our Investment Agreements page.
Or, submit your questions using this online form and an investment officer with the Canadian government will respond to your inquiry within two business days. Please be as specific as possible: clear and detailed questions help us meet your needs more quickly and accurately.
