Ontario Investment and Trade Centre

1. Ontario Investment and Trade Centre Building Partnerships 

2. 2 Introduction In response to competitive pressures, we are embracing a new collaborative, government approach to investment attraction, international trade and business immigration promotion. We invite you to become engaged with us as we move forward.

3. 3 The Goals of the Ontario Investment and Trade Centre To be a coordinated focal point for business to access government investment, export and business immigration development programs and services. To leverage the power of partnerships among government, business and related associations. To raise awareness internationally of Ontario as the premier investment location in North America. To increase foreign direct investment through collaborative partnerships, to increase exports and business immigration and to help create more jobs and greater prosperity for Ontario.

4. 4 The Facility World-class business space built to LEED certification and using a number of domestic materials. Four boardrooms, each equipped with state-of-the-art high definition, plasma display videoconferencing and voice lift teleconferencing capabilities. A large main theatre and seminar room, each with rear projection systems. Well appointed offices, open plan and hotelling workstations. The Centre is not just a new facility, it represents a new collaborative approach to investment attraction and trade promotion work. The Centre is well-equipped, well-connected to world markets and well-staffed with people who have the right skills and international expertise we need. The Centre will feature 23 thousand square feet of state-of-the-art hospitality, meeting and work space equipped with the latest IT, multimedia, video and teleconferencing capabilities Seminar room can accommodate up to 80, Main Theatre up to 65. It�s on the top floor of the Eaton Centre, overlooking Ontario�s financial centre and business district, and offering pristine views of Lake Ontario. We have co-location space and a number of participation options available. The Centre is well-equipped, well-connected to world markets and well-staffed with people who have the right skills and international expertise we need. The Centre will feature 23 thousand square feet of state-of-the-art hospitality, meeting and work space equipped with the latest IT, multimedia, video and teleconferencing capabilities Seminar room can accommodate up to 80, Main Theatre up to 65. It�s on the top floor of the Eaton Centre, overlooking Ontario�s financial centre and business district, and offering pristine views of Lake Ontario. We have co-location space and a number of participation options available.

5. 5 The Facility23,000 sq.ft.

6. 6 The Facility

7. 7 Services for International Corporate Clients The Gateway to Ontario: A well branded, single point of entry for international investors and companies sourcing high quality products; Robust on-line systems and databases; A wealth of business-oriented development expertise and knowledge available only from government; and Project coordination and collaboration networks across government.

8. 8 Services for Corporate Clients, Government and Business Association Stakeholders in Ontario The Gateway to Global Markets: Programs and services that connect Ontario businesses and economic developers with partners in global markets; Access to in-market intelligence and contacts in key markets around the world; and State-of-the-art technology that brings the world to you.

9. 9 Project Assistance to Government and Business Associations in Ontario A creative, cross-ministerial environment to maximize international opportunities. Potential for �Economies of scale" in program delivery: shared research, marketing and coordination in target markets. Investment Intelligence: data rich systems, tools and sources including GIS (in development). International Reach: global network of International Marketing Centres and Consultants. Marketing Services: access to International Marketing planning and expertise.

10. 10 Training and Knowledge Development Regular program of offerings of value to economic development professionals, provincial, municipal, and federal government colleagues and private sector stakeholders. April/May 2008 schedule includes sessions like: Introduction to International Trade (FITT) Immigration Considerations in Investment Attraction Gathering Competitive Intelligence at Trade Shows CEO MasterClass Trade Logistics and Distribution (FITT) Presented by internal and external subject matter experts and economic development industry leaders Topics and timing flexible to meet specific needs of partners and stakeholders and ability to include those outside the Greater Toronto Area. Introduction to International Trade (FITT � Forum for International Trade Training) Immigration Considerations in Investment Attraction Gathering Competitive Intelligence at Trade Shows (provided by expert consultant Barry Siskind) CEO MasterClass (providing tools to management of Ontario based global subsidiaries to help them wind global mandates from overseas H.O.) Trade Logistics and Distribution (FITT) Presented by internal and external subject matter experts and economic development industry leaders Topics and timing flexible to meet specific needs of partners and stakeholders and ability to include those outside the Greater Toronto Area. Introduction to International Trade (FITT � Forum for International Trade Training) Immigration Considerations in Investment Attraction Gathering Competitive Intelligence at Trade Shows (provided by expert consultant Barry Siskind) CEO MasterClass (providing tools to management of Ontario based global subsidiaries to help them wind global mandates from overseas H.O.) Trade Logistics and Distribution (FITT)

11. 11 Training and Knowledge Development (Con�t) Regular meetings of regional partners and other key stakeholders to share best practice, strategies and discuss common challenges and opportunities. First meeting of Regional Focus Group to take place mid April . Meeting participation to be in person or by video/teleconference. Regional Focus Group to include Ontario East in addition to: Greater Toronto Marketing Alliance South-western Ontario Marketing Alliance Ontario East Economic Development Commission Niagara Economic Development Corporation Ottawa Centre for Research and Innovation Canada�s Technology Triangle Inc. Northwestern Ontario Development Network Federated Northern Ontario Municipalities Economic Developers Council of Ontario Ontario Chambers of Commerce Industry Canada/Invest in Canada Fist meeting agenda to include: Business Plans � key event activity Community Profiles Training Program Update GIS Demo Regional Focus Group to include Ontario East in addition to: Greater Toronto Marketing Alliance South-western Ontario Marketing Alliance Ontario East Economic Development Commission Niagara Economic Development Corporation Ottawa Centre for Research and Innovation Canada�s Technology Triangle Inc. Northwestern Ontario Development Network Federated Northern Ontario Municipalities Economic Developers Council of Ontario Ontario Chambers of Commerce Industry Canada/Invest in Canada Fist meeting agenda to include: Business Plans � key event activity Community Profiles Training Program Update GIS Demo

12. 12 GIS: Geographic Information System (Under Development) State-of-the-art method of organizing and accessing critical information that can show multiple data sets on one map instantly. It is the new standard for investment attraction tools and will put Ontario out in front of many of its competitors. MEDT has undertaken a needs assessment with a consultant, which is now almost complete. A number of stakeholders were consulted for the needs assessment and stakeholder consultations will continue as we move forward with system development. As we proceed with development, we will be looking to our regional partners for data inputs, especially around industrial land availability.

13. 13 GIS Why GIS for communities that already have a system?: Many site selectors when undertaking preliminary research, will research �Ontario� as opposed to individual locations within the Province Wider exposure, capitalize on the Ontario brand Ontario may have information on our system that individual communities do not and can capitalize on. Final system capabilities and details like links to community sites, etc. Are all tbc � and will be developed after consultations with regional partners. Why GIS for communities that already have a system?: Many site selectors when undertaking preliminary research, will research �Ontario� as opposed to individual locations within the Province Wider exposure, capitalize on the Ontario brand Ontario may have information on our system that individual communities do not and can capitalize on. Final system capabilities and details like links to community sites, etc. Are all tbc � and will be developed after consultations with regional partners.

14. 14 Ontario Investment and Trade Centre Marshalling the resources and international expertise available across government. Providing world-class, innovative and flexible services to clients across Ontario and around the globe. Helping to create more jobs and greater prosperity for Ontario. Trisha Grant: 416 313 3437 Booking Enquiries: 416 313-3400