Access U.S. - AMCHAM Hosts BNE

There has been some dissapointing news recently regarding cross-border business between New York and Ontario. In recent months Canada's federal government decided to abruptly close its Consulate office in Buffalo and New York State government has decided to close its trade office in Ontario. However, BNE's efforts in Canada continue full speed ahead. We remain your source for information regarding cross-border business and expanding your operations into the US. And, we continue to work with many of our partner organizations on both sides of the border to continue this effort. As always, feel free to contact me at any time with questions, concerns, or just to chat!

And now on to our June issue of Access US!

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On May 30th BNE President and CEO, Tom Kucharski joined Erie County Executive Mark Poloncarz in making a joint presentation before the American Chamber of Commerce in Canada. The presentation entitled, "Western New York - The U.S. Gateway for Canadian Business" was very well received by an audience of approximately 65 Canadian companies and professional service providers.

Tom spoke about Canadian expansion into the U.S. market, while covering site selection, immigration, financing, cross border issues. The County Executive touted the improved business climate in our region,

and emphasized his administration's desire to become stronger partners with Canadian companies seeking to expand into the U.S.

Learn about the regional assets that make Buffalo Niagara a compelling location for Canadian business expansion.

New Duty Free Regulations

With hundreds of thousands of Canadian visitors crossing the

Niagara River each year for business, shopping, tourism or to use

the Greater Buffalo International of Niagara Falls Airports, there is another benefit they should be aware of: duty free shopping.

The rules governing purchases when returning to Canada from

Buffalo or Niagara Falls have just recently changed due to the

Canadian federal budget. If you are a business leader checking

opportunities in the Buffalo Niagara Enterprise's region, there is a

bonus available beyond shovel-ready sites, the region's productive

work force, inexpensive power and a fantastic quality of life. And

it's easy.

The rules governing duty free buying are actually quite

simple, and have been increased. Learn More

Duty Free Allowances

If you're planning on visiting the U.S., make it easy and utilize all the tools available to minimize your wait time at the border: The Niagara Falls Bridge Commission has a toll-free number (1-800-715-6722), website and even a Twitter feed to provide you with up-to-the-minute bridge traffic information.

Sincerely,

Carolyn Powell

Business Development Manager

cpowell@buffaloniagara.org

Buffalo Niagara Enterprise

665 Main Street, Suite 200

Buffalo, New York 14203
(716) 541-1740
1-800-916-9073 (toll-free)

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Events

Cross Border Estate Tax Seminar

June 19

Mississauga, ON

Securing Your Technology Preventing Cyber Risks

June 19

Buffalo, NY

Recruiting and Hiring Practical Tips and Techniques

June 21

Buffalo, NY

Featured Resource

"A Million Reasons..."

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Where Life Works

"Buffalo is the smallest big city in the country. Somebody always seems to know your family, is willing to help out, and does so with a smile. You never really feel alone or out of luck in Buffalo. And, of course, there are always wings and the Sabres!"

- Rick Cannon, Sales Representative, Bristol-Myers Squibb