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BI WEEKLY - ISSUE #10 - MAY 2011
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Breakfast Seminar - Sustainability Innovation in Brazil: "A Chance to Lead"
The Brazil-Canada Chamber of Commerce - BCCC, the Ontario Ministry of Economic Development and Trade and the Innovolve Group, are pleased to announce that they will be hosting a Breakfast Seminar on May 24th, 2011 engaging a diverse panel of leaders in order to explore trends and opportunities for sustainable business practices, technologies and cross-border partnerships in Brazil and Canada.
This event will provide an opportunity for companies to gain exposure for their projects and services, network and gather market knowledge on breaking issues in the region.
Date: May 24th, 2011
Location: Ontario Investment and Trade Centre
250 Yonge Street, 35th Floor
Toronto, Ontario
M7A 2H1
Map location, click here!
Time: 8:30AM - 11:30AM
Registration Fee
BCCC Members CAN$ 50.00 (HST Included)
Non-members CAN$ 75.00 (HST Included)
Registration Information:
For more information on the program and other details, please contact us.
E-mail: info@brazcanchamber.org or Phone: (416) 646-6770
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BCCC
Events Schedule
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JUNE 2011
June 20th
Doing Business In Brazil
Toronto, ON
(more info in next issues)
June 2nd
Sector Business Opportunities in Brazil
Ms. Abina Dann
Montreal, QC
Invitation
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BCCC
Press Releases
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Brazil-Canada Mining Breakfast at PDAC 2011
 | | Brazil-Canada Mining Breakfast at PDAC 2011 |
Video Courtesy OMNI Television
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Eric Bonnor, BCCC Chairman, speaks about doing business in Brazil
Source: Globe and Mail
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Business & Services
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Toronto named second best city worldwide
Toronto ranks number 2 in the world as a city of opportunity, according to a new report from PriceWaterhouseCoopers. Trumped by New York City, Toronto stood out among the world's "metro powerhouses" in the areas of finance, tourism, livability and innovation - and was the only Canadian city to make the cut.
For the full article visit the link below:
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President's Message
Three major initiatives are being taken by the Brazil Canada Chamber of Commerce for this month and the next. The first one is the Seminar on SUSTAINABILITY to be held next Tuesday, May 24th, at the Ontario Investment and Trade Center. The Brazil-Canada Chamber of Commerce - BCCC, the Ontario Ministry of Economic Development and Trade, and the Innovolve Group are hosting this Breakfast Seminar, engaging a diverse panel of leaders in order to explore trends and opportunities for sustainable business practices, technologies and cross-border partnerships in Brazil and Canada. This event will provide an opportunity for companies to gain exposure for their projects and services, network and gather market knowledge on breaking issues in the region. Also, we would like to inform all our members and readers that during the next two months the BCCC is developing a new website to improve networking opportunities and to reinforce bilateral trade and investments between Canada and Brazil. Therefore, we are searching for content, such as studies, surveys, reports, interviews and documents that could enrich the website. If you could help us by sending any material that you think might be interesting, that would be very helpful. The third initiative is a Seminar to be held in Montreal, organized by our Chapter there, with the support of the Quebec's Province Government, where business opportunities in Brazil will be discussed. The main speaker will be Ms. Abina Dann, Canadian Consul-General in São Paulo, Brazil. All three initiatives are looking to enhance the knowledge about Canadian-Brazilian joint opportunities and we count with your support for all three.
Sincerely, Raul Papaleo President |
Brookfield profit, revenue climb on acquisitions
(Globe & Mail)
Diversified investment firm Brookfield Asset Management (BAM.A-T31.940.391.24%) reported Wednesday a first-quarter profit of $570-million (U.S.), up from $409-million a year earlier as the company absorbed a number of recent acquisitions.
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Vale inaugurates Brazil's first nickel plant in Pará
(Mine Web)
RENO, NV - Vale announced Monday that it has opened its first nickel production plant in Brazil, Onça Puma, one of the largest ferronickel production facilities in the world. The project has an annual production capacity of 220,000 tons of ferronickel, containing 53,000 tons of nickel.
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Media matchmaker sets its sights on Brazil
(Business without borders)
Finding local partners is essential in emerging markets, says Robert Montgomery, whose Toronto-based company, Achilles Media Ltd., is expanding its reach into Brazil while thriving in the United States. Canadians are seen as internationalists in the eyes of the world and should fall back on their relationship-building skills, he says.
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Latest data on labor market in Brazil. (Ask for a raise)
(Brazil Global)
IBGE - the Brazilian Institute of Geography and Statistics - came with good news about domestic labor market. Working population is increasing, unemployment rate dropped and there is a resumption of growth in the real income average. Bottom line: labor market in Brazil is heated.
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Petrobras leads sustainability ranking of Latin America's top energy companies
(Portal Brazil)
Petrobras topped the overall score in the study on sustainability that involved the main energy companies in Latin America. The ranking was compiled by Spanish consultancy firm Management & Excellence (M&E) in association with LatinFinance, an international publication specializing in the Latin American market.
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| Recommended Events & Trade Missions |
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MBAC FERTILIZER CORP. TO PRESENT AT 2011 FARM TO
MARKET CONFERENCE in NEW YORK
Conference
Dear Investors,
Please note that MBAC Fertilizer will be presenting at the upcoming Farm To Market Conference hosted by BMO Capital Markets on May 17, 2011. Mr. Antenor Silva, President and CEO will be presenting on Tuesday, May 17 at 10:30 am.
For further information please contact:
Steve Burleton, VP Corporate Development
investor@mbacfert.com
All material information concerning MBAC may be found on the Company's website, www.mbacfert.com or on SEDAR at www.sedar.com
About MBAC
MBAC is focused on becoming a significant integrated producer of phosphate and potash fertilizers in the Brazilian and Latin American markets. MBAC has an experienced team with over 150 years of combined experience in the business of fertilizer operations, management, marketing and finance within Brazil. In October 2008, MBAC acquired Itafós Mineração Ltda, which consisted of a phosphate mine, a mill and plant and related infrastructure, all located in central Brazil. MBAC's exploration portfolio includes a number of additional phosphate and potash projects, which are also located in Brazil. The Company continues to search for additional fertilizer opportunities in the Brazilian and other Latin-American markets, where strong agricultural fundamentals and unique opportunities are expected to provide attractive growth opportunities in the near future. All material information on MBAC can be found on the Company's website at www.mbacfert.com or at SEDAR at www.sedar.com.
When: May 17thto 18th, 2011
Where: The Grand Hyatt New York at Park Avenue, New York City, USA
More information: investor@mbacfert.com or Click Here
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FEIMAFE 2011 - 13th International Fair of Tool-Machines and Integrated Manufacturing Systems
Trade show
The best solutions in terms of machine-tools, automation, quality control, accessories and tools await you in the 2011 edition of FEIMAFE QUALITY. Over 1,300 exhibitors already confirmed their presence and are waiting for your visit. Come and get to know the industry trends, make contacts and plan the future of your company.
When: May 23rd to 28th, 2011
Where: Pavilhão de Exposições do Parque Anhembi - São Paulo, São Paulo
More information: tecnica@reedalcantara.com.br
More information: Click Here
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BRAZIL PROMOTION ROAD SHOW - Porto Alegre Edition
Promotional marketing fair
Brazil Promotion is the largest trade show for the promotion industry.
It presents this year's main launches and newest ideas in promotional products and services, giveaways, corporate gifts, products and services for events, solutions for point-of-purchase merchandising, marketing services, graphic resources and new technologies.
Brazil Promotion is the right place for those who want to find special suppliers and solutions for campaigns, promotional actions and corporate events.
When: May 24th , 2011.
Where: Sheraton Porto Alegre Hotel - Porto Alegre, Rio Grande do Sul
More information: Click Here
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Feira do Meio Ambiente & CNMAPC
Fair
8th environmental fair and national congress of Poços de Caldas.
Themes to be discussed include the Brazilian biomass, energy, environmental education, water, alternative and renewable energy, global warming, animals, biodiversity among others.
When: May 26th to 28th, 2011
Where: Complexo Cultura da Urca - Poços de Caldas, Minas Gerais
More information: Click Here
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Dear BCCC Members,
For the fourth consecutive year the Brazilian Trade Commission (SECOM) in Toronto coordinated and organized the "Brazil Pavilion" at SIAL - Salon International de l'Alimentation, Boissons, Vins et Spiritueux or The North American Food Marketplace, which took place in the Metro Convention Center from May 11th to 13th 2011. The eighth edition of SIAL Canada took place in Toronto and showcased 700 companies, (a 35% increase from the previous year) with 40 international pavilions, including that of Brazil.
The event was visited by more than 13 million professionals from the agro-business sector (51% supermarket and retailers; 28% hotels, restaurants, cafes and bars; 5% government, associations and institutions; 15% consulting and other services).
The "Brazil Pavilion" held a privileged position, located at the very entrance of the fair. It held 19 booths representing 36 Brazilian companies and 4 institutional associations. The products displayed included: wine, cachaça (Brazilian distilled spirit), poultry, pão de Queijo (Forno de Minas), coffee, chocolates, organic products, honey, dry fruits and jam, grape juice, among others. The Brazilian participation was distinguished for the quality and the diversity of the products. We would like to thank and congratulate the SECOM and the Consulate General of Brazil in Toronto for an impeccable organization, an outstanding showcase of Brazil, and for inviting the BCCC to participate in such a excellent event that successfully exposed what Brazil is capable of presenting to Canadian companies and to the world.
Sincerely,
Fabiana Silva
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