A day on the ground to better export to the United States
As trade and customs requirements continue to evolve, it is becoming essential for businesses to fully understand the new tariff and customs requirements. This one-day mission to Plattsburgh gives you privileged access to American specialists in customs, importing, immigration and business law. Meet with them directly, get answers tailored to your business, expand your professional network and discover the logistics practices that support trade between Canada and the United States.
Meet with U.S. experts
Connect with American specialists in customs, importing, immigration and business law, and get answers tailored to your business.
Experience an on-site immersion
Go behind the scenes of a third-party logistics (3PL) facility and discover the practices and technologies that support trade between Canada and the United States.
Networking and discussions
Take advantage of several opportunities to connect with industry professionals and participating companies, expand your professional network and leave with practical advice.
What's included
- Training led by U.S. experts
- Exclusive visit to a third-party logistics (3PL) facility
- Networking lunch with participants
- Round-trip transportation between Montréal and Plattsburgh
- Support from the CCMM International Trade team
AGENDA
7:30–7:45 a.m.
Departure from Montréal
9:15 a.m.
Arrival at the North Country Chamber of Commerce (NCCC)
- Welcome and participant introductions.
9:50 a.m.–12:00 p.m.
Doing Business in the United States
- Connect with professionals specializing in importing, customs, immigration and U.S. business law from the Plattsburgh–North Country Chamber of Commerce.
- Receive practical advice to help your goods cross the U.S. border.
- Gain a better understanding of cross-border trade requirements with the support of the CCMM International Trade team.
12:30–1:30 p.m.
Lunch
- Enjoy a friendly meal while continuing discussions with the speakers and other participants.
1:30–2:00 p.m.
Networking and discussion session
- Explore the topics covered during the morning in greater depth.
- Discuss your business challenges and get answers to your questions.
3:00–4:30 p.m.
Visit to a third-party logistics (3PL) facility
- Discover how a U.S. 3PL provider manages warehousing, order fulfillment, transportation and distribution.
- Observe best logistics practices, the technologies used and the solutions that support business performance in international trade.
4:45 p.m.
Departure for Montréal
Why Plattsburgh?
Located less than two hours from Montréal, Plattsburgh is a strategic gateway to the U.S. market. Its strong logistics ecosystem and proximity to Quebec make it an ideal location to better understand the realities of cross-border trade, connect with industry professionals and discover the practices that support trade between Canada and the United States.
This mission is designed for organizations that:
- Already export to the United States and want to better understand customs and regulatory requirements;
- Are planning to expand into the U.S. market;
- Want direct access to American specialists who can answer their business-specific questions;
- Wish to gain firsthand insight into logistics practices that support cross-border trade;
- Are looking to connect with other Quebec companies active in international markets.
Please note: Participation is subject to approval due to confidentiality requirements related to the 3PL facility visit. Any ineligible registration will be fully refunded.