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Leaders in Export Excellence

World Trade Centre Toronto's 3rd Annual Celebration of Canada's Export Leaders
Celebrate excellence, make connections, and explore global opportunities—all in one unforgettable evening.

WTC-T alumni can contact wtc@bot.com for a discount code to get the member price.
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Member Price: $69

Non-Member Price: $99

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People networking at a Cocktails and Connections event.

The Quay - 100 Queens Quay East, 3rd Floor

In Person

The World Trade Centre Toronto's 3rd Annual Leaders in Export Excellence is the gathering of Canada’s export sector. This high-energy evening celebrates bold vision, boundary-pushing innovation and the businesses propelling Canada onto the world stage.

Rub shoulders with 150+ decision-makers, innovators, and industry champions as we spotlight standout companies through an unforgettable awards ceremony — and spark new opportunities through next-level networking.

Why You'll Want to Be In THIS Room:

  • Power Networking: Make connections that count, with high-growth exporters, government trade reps, and industry insiders.
  • Spotlight Moments: See which standout companies take home top honours, and learn how they did it.
  • Market Intelligence: Get real-time insights into what’s driving Canada’s trade growth and global edge.
  • Signature Experience: Enjoy premium cocktails, skyline views, and an atmosphere designed for meaningful conversation.

This event is your opportunity to network with World Trade Centre Toronto's community of more than 1,500 export leaders.

Who Should Attend:

  • Business leaders looking to scale globally
  • Export pros ready to connect with top-tier talent
  • Innovators and investors with their eyes on international markets
  • Anyone hungry to be part of Canada’s next global success story

Why attend?

  • Alumni Networking: Connect with fellow Trade Accelerator Program (TAP) alumni and industry professionals across various sectors. 
  • Awards Celebration: Celebrate outstanding achievements with the prestigious WTC-T awards, including "Exporter of the Year" and "Best Export Plan." 
  • Exhibitor Opportunities: Showcase your business to influential leaders and decision-makers. Limited exhibitor spots are available. 

Food & drink will be served during the networking portions of the event.

2026 Leaders in Export Excellence Award Nominees

The Leaders in Export Excellence Awards celebrate outstanding graduates of the Trade Accelerator Program (TAP) who are demonstrating leadership, innovation, and success in international markets. This year's nominees have distinguished themselves through exceptional export planning and export growth, helping to strengthen Canada's global trade presence.

Export Plan of the Year Nominees

The Export Plan of the Year award recognizes a TAP graduate that has demonstrated exceptional planning, strategic thinking, and readiness for international growth through the development of a comprehensive export plan.

The nominees for the 2026 award are:

Exporter of the Year Nominees

The Exporter of the Year award recognizes a TAP graduate that has demonstrated exceptional success in international markets through significant export growth. The award celebrates companies that have successfully translated their export strategies into measurable business results and global expansion.

The nominees are:

Congratulations to all nominees for their commitment to export excellence and global growth. Winners will be announced at the 2026 Leaders in Export Excellence Awards ceremony.

Exhibitors & Partnerships

This event is your opportunity to network with World Trade Centre Toronto's community of more than 1,500 export leaders.

Interested in exhibiting or partnering with WTC-T? Contact Dalia Amer damer@bot.com for more information.

2025 Leaders in Export Excellence Award Winners

Best Export Plan – Theresa Bailey, Starfish Synergies

Exporter of the Year – Megan Shallow, BNL Media Consulting