Guides to history, politics and economic background of countries and territories, with video clips from BBC archives.
Free intercultural resources and information from Commisceo Global
Go beyond the do's and don'ts with Country Insights from Canada's Department of Foreign Affairs and International Trade.
"The most comprehensive visualization of U.S. public data"
Business Ready (B-READY) 2024 report assesses the regulatory framework and public services directed at firms, and the efficiency with which regulatory framework and public services are combined in practice.
The U.S. Commercial Service Market Research Library containing industry and country specific reports including Country Commercial Guides for doing business in different countries.
Federation of International Trade Associations (FITA) offers links to resources for most countries in the world as well as more than 80 country profiles developed by Export Enterprises, of Paris, France. (no NC login required)
A country comparator from Global Edge.
Allows you to compare indicator stats between 2 countries. If you were not born in the country you were, what would your life be like?
Metropolis, World Association of the Major Metropolises, is the leading international organization that gathers cities and metropolitan regions with more than a million inhabitants.
Currently NC Libraries does not subscribe to all OECD iLibrary content, however many content areas are freely available to any site visitor, such as the OECD Factbook, Working Papers, OECD Key Tables, and more.
Global Indicators, datasets, expert opinions and publications.
Check out their World Press Freedom Index.
Market and economic indicators for all countries.
Economic and market indicators from the World Bank
World newspapers in English, by country, for current events in those countries.
Trade policy and statistics from the World Trade Organization.
Our regional representatives, located around the world, have developed strategic relationships with major customers in key sectors as well as an extensive network of local contacts in each regional market. Select a country or region and see how we can support your business
Find suppliers, research competitors, check a company's federal corporation status, etc.
Market reports, funding opportunities and other resources from the Department of Foreign Affairs and International Trade
Forum for International Trade Training - the accreditation body for Canadian Certified International Trade Professionals:
a good database for Freight Forwarders and International Air Cargo
Advocates for Canadian Customs Brokers for government policy and procedures, as well as education and professional development.
A federation of Provincial Trucking Associations.
Canadian Customs Tariff classifications from Canada Border Services Agency.
Chartered Institute of Purchasing & Supply
This institute is dedicated to promoting good practice in purchasing and supply chain management. Click on the Professional Resources tab to access a purchasing and supply management model, a checklist for supply chain managers, full text research reports, and other tools and resources.
Canadian International Freight Forwarders Association - list of member companies
Advocates for freight transportation issues by all modes.
International Freight Forwarders by continent and country
Logistics and Supply Chain Management (Industry Canada)
Find information on analysis and industry profiles, company profiles, directory and contacts, e-business, human resource information, research and technology and information on trade.
LogisticsWorld (Open Access)
A directory of sites related to logistics, logistics management, freight, transportation, supply chain management, warehousing, distribution, maintenance, manufacturing, management, travel, tourism, reliability, business, and quality sites on the web.
An excellent reference source for Industry Associations, and more importantly, a great resource to help launch your career.
Representing owners, operators, and agents of ships involved in Canada’s world trade.
Tariffs for specific products and services for importing or exporting to countries where Canada has a Free Trade Agreement.
A network to empower and shift attitudes about women in the transportation industry.
