Local leaders will be convening at the 2024 State of Riverside County to discuss elements that affect our regional economy and local government. The event will highlight the County's five districts, County programs and projects.

Canadian Thanksgiving is back this year and is being celebrated at The Waterfront Beach Resort in Huntington Beach for the second time. Canadian Thanksgiving traditionally brings Canadians together to celebrate a bountiful harvest and other blessings of the past year. That, and being held in October, sets this tradition apart from the US celebration. However, similar to the US tradition, this is a family celebration, so bring your whole family to celebrate with us together again this year!

Due to the oscillating nature of the current economy, this year's event will be more important than ever. Business leaders must arm themselves with vital information and data to make decisions that will impact growth and success in 2024 and beyond.

Registration to the CARM Client Portal (CCP) is mandatory. All U.S. companies that export to Canada need to know about their obligations and U.S. companies that are registered as Non-Resident Importers must be compliant. Setting up on the portal and completing authority delegation now will help avoid the impact of anticipated challenges, including potential delayed shipments, return of goods or even financial penalties.

SBA Office of International Trade is partnering with U.S. Trade Representative, the U.S. Department of Commerce, the Association of Women’s Business Centers and the Governments of Mexico and Canada to hold a virtual best practices discussion on tips for reaching women entrepreneurs and helping them to grow in North America. This training was the brainchild of Corinne Goble and is an opportunity to learn from organizations having success reaching women, rural entrepreneurs, and Latinas to scale through entrepreneurship.

Join San Bernardino County for this year’s “Empowering Tomorrow” State of the County event on Wednesday, September 18, 2024, at the Ontario Convention Center and hosted by GOCAL – Greater Ontario California. This premier networking event brings together more than one thousand businesses, government, and community leaders to experience what makes San Bernardino County a leading choice for business investment and job creation

SoCal Deep Tech Week convenes groundbreaking technology and pioneering research across Aerospace & Defense, AI & Robotics, Computing, Advanced Manufacturing, Biotech, and Energy & Sustainability. Join visionaries — founders, researchers, engineers, investors, industry leaders, storytellers, designers, policymakers, and the Department of Defense — collaborating to solve today’s hardest problems and build a better future. Check out the full calendar of events.

Is AI creating jobs and boosting human potential, or is it leading to massive job displacement? We’ll uncover practical strategies for entrepreneurs to navigate in this evolving landscape. Josephine Yam, CEO & Co-Founder of Skills4Good AI, will share personal experiences as an immigrant entrepreneur in Canada and the lessons she learned in launching her own business across North America as a woman founder and person of color. Audience members will uncover the diverse views on AI's potential to create or displace jobs, and gain actionable insights to stay ahead in an AI-driven economy.

From our friends at the Canada Colorado Association...The Terry Fox Walk/Run/Roll has become an annual fall tradition in Canada for more than 40 years. Keep Terry's legacy alive by joining fellow Canadians and friends of Canada for a family-friendly 5K walk/run in support of cancer research. 

The objective of this FREE webinar is to introduce U.S. firms to key sectors of opportunity in Northern Canada, market entry strategies and the U.S. Commercial Service CanArctic Industry Days program.

The CanArtic Industry Days program presents an excellent opportunity to introduce your solutions to key stakeholders in Northern Canada.

On August 13th, come cheer on the Blue Jays with the Canadian Expats. Tickets are reserved in the Club All-Star Section so we will meet in the park near that section before the game for food and drinks.

From our partner and friends at Latincouver: “We are excited to invite you to our exclusive in-person workshop and networking event, at the newly opened Latin Plaza Hub office, "Financial Considerations for Women", is an opportunity to connect with other like-minded women and with other experts! brought for you by SHE LATINA Program supported by LCBC, In partnership with SunLife,  This is an in-person workshop + networking event.”

The biggest Latin American Festival in the Pacific Northwest, plus exclusive content, workshops and concerts to celebrate the richness of Latin American culture, and its presence in British Columbia.

In 2024, Latincouver will embrace the Past, Present, and Future of Latin America´s roots in Canada, connecting all three levels and assembling them into one beautiful and magical chain.

This year's Canada Day celebration is at Cedar Grove Park in Tustin. Join us for a family-friendly picnic to celebrate Canada Day and kick-start your summer. Everyone's invited: Canadians and friends of Canadians!

The event starts at 11:00 and ends at 5:00. Pack your picnic basket, bring a cooler with something to grill, wear your favorite Canadian t-shirt, ball cap, face paint, or just wear some red and white.

Join us on June 20th in the City of Long Beach for our upcoming Select LA Investment Summit. Select LA is Southern California’s premier international trade event that brings together global investors with business and government leaders. Recognized as an official spin-off event of the US Department of Commerce Select USA Summit, Select LA is an essential platform for international business operators seeking practical intelligence to explore, start, or expand a business in Los Angeles.

World Trade Day is a dynamic annual event dedicated to celebrating and promoting international trade and its myriad benefits.

This event brings together a diverse mix of professionals, industry leaders, and government representatives to explore the latest trends, challenges, and opportunities in global commerce.World Trade Day is not just an event; it’s a platform where ideas are exchanged, networks are expanded, and participants gain invaluable insights into the evolving landscape of international trade.

Join us for an evening filled with world-class keynote speakers, engaging panel discussions, and unparalleled business-to-business networking opportunities at 10th Annual World Trade Week Forum Event. This is your chance to connect with key trade organizations, international business groups, and extensive global resources available in Southern California.

The First Look SoCal Innovation Showcase is an annual celebration of the best early-stage teams commercializing deep tech and life science breakthroughs from the top research institutions in Southern California. This is the premiere gathering that celebrates research-based spinouts and connects them with top-tier investors and successful serial entrepreneurs with expertise to help them leap from the lab to market. 

The 30th Annual Inland Empire World Trade Conference highlights the significant contributions of local private sector companies in the U.S. export industry and serves as a platform for these companies to share their experiences,challenges, and strategies in navigating the global market. The IEWTC aims to provide valuable insights and practical knowledge to the participants, helping them to improve their export operations and competitiveness.

World Trade Week NYC is an active network of more than 70 organizations in the New York metro region working together to underscore the importance of international trade, logistics and port operations to the region’s economy and to use their collective expertise to help the region’s businesses grow through international trade. World Trade Week NYC is hosted by the New York District Export Council.

For over 97 years, World Trade Week has been committed to educating the public about the vital role and benefits of global trade in the local, state, and national economy.

The Coachella Valley Business Conference & Economic Forecast, presented by the Riverside County Office of Economic Development, and hosted by the Cabazon Band of Cahuilla Indians, will focus on small business trends and small business resources available locally.

Join the U.S. Commercial Service and UPS on April 2nd, at 1:00 pm Eastern Time, to learn about CARM and the upcoming roll out of the second phase. The Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA) is preparing to roll out the second phase of its CARM (CBSA Assessment & Revenue Management) Client Portal (CCP). This CARM Release 2 will add new functionality to the CCP for customers managing customs transactions for shipments into and out of Canada.

Trowbridge and Stubbs Alderton present a global mobility tax and legal event aimed to provide attendees with valuable insights into cross-border mobility. The event features expert speakers covering various topics related to the tax implications and legal challenges surrounding international relocation for businesses.

Get ready to embark on a thrilling journey into the heart of conquering the U.S. market! Join Communitech Outposts to unlock the secrets of success to global expansion.

Immerse yourself in a dynamic environment alongside fellow sales leaders. Exchange ideas, connect with industry experts and gain actionable tactics that can immediately impact your bottom line.

Leila Josefowicz’s passionate advocacy of contemporary music for the violin is reflected in her diverse programmes and enthusiasm for performing new works. A favourite of living composers, Josefowicz has premiered many concertos, including those by Colin Matthews, Luca Francesconi, John Adams and Esa-Pekka Salonen, all written specially for her. 

Josefowicz was born in Mississauga, Ontario, Canada. When she was a young child her family moved to Los Angeles, California.