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Join the Ontario Ministry of Agriculture, Food and Agribusiness (OMAFA) for the PROFIT New-to-Exporting Seminar, a two-day workshop designed to educate Ontario agri-food and beverage manufacturers on exporting products to the United States (USA). This seminar is only offered once a year and will be held in Windsor, ON (day 1 + overnight), and Detroit, MI (day 2), on June 16 and 17, 2026. PROFIT features a variety of industry speakers, is a hands-on orientation covering the basic requirements for food and beverage exporters looking to sell into the USA, and finishes with a guided tour of USA grocery stores in Detroit, MI.
For over 30 years, PROFIT has been an important step in the export success of hundreds of Ontario agri-food companies. Some previous participants have returned multiple times and sent additional colleagues to update their skill set and ensure access to current contacts and information. PROFIT is vital for companies seeking to expand their markets into the USA.
REGISTER NOW! The cost includes two days of in-person workshops, program materials (PROFIT guide book that contains all presentation material), networking event, round-trip motor coach transportation to Detroit, retail tour, overnight accommodation in Windsor, and some meals. Spaces are limited.
Topics include: Export planning, facility preparation, USA market and opportunities, USA tax law, working with a USA customs broker, USA food and drug regulations (FDA and USDA), Foreign Supplier Verification Program (FSVP), and more!
Who should attend? Sales/Marketing/Logistics staff of:
- Companies considering exporting,
- Companies new to exporting,
- Export companies with new staff,
- Anyone involved in the export process!
Once your registration form is completed and submitted, an OMAFA staff member will contact you by email with payment details and next steps.
Please note that participation in this program requires travel into the United States. Please be aware of entry requirements into the USA and Canada. For more information, please visit: https://travel.gc.ca/destinations/united-states.
