Welcome to Gowlings international trade law site, the primary source for information on international trade law developed by experienced trade lawyers. We are committed to providing practical and timely information on international trade issues. Our site uses plain language to explain Canada’s trade obligations and how they affect Canadians, Canada’s import/export regime, Canada’s internal trade agreement governing trade between the provinces and territtories, what developments are on the horizon, and how to access the information you need.

As one of Canada's largest law firms, Gowlings serves clients across Canada and around the globe. Our trade law team has more than 25 years' experience advising clients on international trade law matters and has represented clients on such matters before the Canadian International Trade Tribunal, the Federal Court of Canada, the Federal Court of Appeal, NAFTA and WTO panels, and the WTO Appellate Body.

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