The Consulate General of Sri Lanka in Toronto, in collaboration with the Canada-Sri Lanka Business Convention, hosted a warm reception to welcome the Sri Lankan Trade Delegation led by the Export Development Board (EDB). The delegation is in Toronto to participate in SIAL 2025, a leading North American trade fair focusing on organic foods and beverages, held from April 29 to May 1, 2025.
The event provided an opportunity for the visiting delegates to engage with members of the Canada-Sri Lanka Business Convention, prominent media companies, and legal experts, focusing on product promotion and obtaining necessary legal guidance for setting up business operations in Canada.
As part of the reception, the President of the Sri Lanka Chartered Accountants’ Association in Canada delivered a presentation outlining market opportunities for Sri Lankan exporters in the Canadian organic food and beverage sector. His talk covered the Canadian business environment, market access requirements, and key challenges. The session concluded with an interactive Q&A, allowing delegates to gather specific insights for market entry.
The event was also attended by the High Commissioner of Sri Lanka in Ottawa and the Minister Counselor of the High Commission.
To further assist the delegation’s market understanding, the Consulate General arranged market study visits to major Canadian retailers, including Metro, Loblaws, Fairview Mall, and ethnic marketplaces. These visits were designed to provide first-hand exposure to both mainstream and ethnic consumer trends in Canada.
The initiative is part of a broader effort by the EDB and Sri Lankan missions abroad to expand the country’s export footprint and connect local producers with international buyers and stakeholders.
