Exporting Seafood to Canada: What U.S. Companies Need to Know

Canada is a premium seafood market with strong demand for high-quality, sustainable and value-added seafood products from the United States. 

This webinar will provide SUSTA exporters with a practical overview of the Canadian seafood market and the opportunities available for U.S. suppliers.

During this session, participants will learn about:

• Current market trends and consumer purchasing preferences
• Canada's regulatory and import requirements for seafood products
• Opportunities in the retail, foodservice and wholesale sectors
• Distribution channels and effective routes to market
• Strategies for working with Canadian importers, distributors and retailers
• Practical tips for entering the market or expanding an existing export program

Whether you are exploring Canada as a new export market or looking to strengthen your existing business, this webinar will provide practical insights and actionable strategies to help your seafood products succeed in the Canadian market.

Webinar Speaker: 

Sam Bowman has 40 years of management experience in the seafood industry in North America, Europe and has a Bachelor of Science degree in Marine Biology from theUniversity of British Columbia. His experience includes both finfish and shellfish aquaculture technology with an emphasis on strategic planning, marketing and business development. Sam is a seafood supply chain expert, a brand marketing specialist, and he has extensive experience in product development and value-added processing. Sam has devoted his career to the responsible development of aquaculture in both freshwater and marine environments, applying science, technology and innovation to produce a sustainable source of healthy protein for the blue economy.