"Creating opportunities and connections"

MARCH 2022

Mincetur and PROMPERU create a website to support Peruvian companies affected by the conflict in Ukraine

The Ministry of Foreign Trade and Tourism announced the implementation of a website whose objective will be to provide information of interest (problems related to shipments, transportation, or purchases) for Peruvian importing and exporting companies whose performance has been affected by the economic impact generated by the Russian-Ukrainian conflict still in force.

This page will be accessible to any company and/or person, who may fill out a query form on the international economic situation at the link https://exportemos.pe/rusia-ucrania.

For its part, PROMPERU will sponsor informative regional events and webinars for the affected companies, as well as specialized training seminars for the search for alternative markets, logistics guidance tools, and means of payment, among others.

High School Volunteer Program

The PCCC in its efforts to generate value for our community is thrilled to announce the launch of the first High School Volunteer program that aims to become an option to get involved and passionate from an early age about business development and relationships between Peru and Canada.

The program focused on students in grades 10 and 11 to prepare for the future while boosting their networking skills and awareness of international organizations and social issues.

April 20-22: 18 Peruvian SMEs to participate at SIAL Montreal 2022

Like every year, SIAL brings together the main players in the food industry in one place, and the Peruvian delegation, made up of 18 companies from the agri-food industry, will be exhibiting a wide variety of their natural and organic products at Stand 2311.

Seven of them are women-led SMEs, part of the "Women in Trade for Inclusive and Sustainable Growth" project, developed under the technical cooperation agreement signed by the Commission for Promotion of Exports and Tourism in Peru (PROMPERU) and the Trade Facilitation Office Canada (TFO Canada).

UNOPS event "Opportunities for Infrastructure Projects in Peru - Water and Sanitation"

On March 29, the United Nations Office for Project Services, UNOPS, and the Peruvian Canadian Chamber of Commerce presented a webinar on "Opportunities for Infrastructure Projects in Peru - Water and Sanitation". It was an opportunity to learn useful tools and information to help current, potential, and diverse vendors build and improve their chances of being awarded UNOPS contracts. We were joined by the Ambassador of Peru in Canada, Roberto Rodríguez Arnillas, and the Country Director and Representative of UNOPS in Peru, Mónica Siles.

Webinar Promoting Peruvian Entrepreneurship in BC

The Consulate General of Peru in Vancouver invites Peruvian entrepreneurs and future entrepreneurs in British Columbia (BC) to complete this brief survey that will allow the consulate to know your opinion, concerns, and experiences about creating businesses as well as plan out actions that meet your common needs. Answer the survey here: https://bit.ly/3iUYKgH

The Consulate General also invites all to register for the upcoming webinar "Promoting Peruvian Entrepreneurship in BC". Organized by the Consulate General of Peru in Vancouver, in collaboration with the Peruvian Canadian Chamber of Commerce, the webinar will explain the steps needed to build a successful company in BC, as well as incentives for small businesses. Additionally, you will hear successful Peruvian entrepreneurs share their experiences and answer questions from the participants.

Date: Thursday, May 26
Time: 9:00 am (BC time)

Registration through the survey: https://bit.ly/3iUYKgH
Free event. Limited capacity.

March 8th: International Women's Day

On March 8th, we commemorated International Women's Day. This year the Government of Canada's theme for International Women's Day (IWD) was "Women Inspiring Women".

The PCCC extends its congratulations to all the amazing women of the world, as we celebrate and recognize women's achievements throughout the year, reflecting on the work that has been done to bring gender equality our way.

In recognition, the Chamber is pleased to recognize and profile a few of our volunteers.

April 24-30, National Volunteer Week 2022

Canadians have a rich history of volunteering and community involvement.
This year, Canada's theme for National Volunteer Week is: Volunteering Is Empathy In Action!
Seeing the world through the eyes of others, and expanding our views, contributes to a vibrant, inclusive society.

On Sunday, April 24, look out over the Toronto skyline and see the CN Tower's orange and blue light show, and on April 25, stroll through Nathan Phillips Square to see the Toronto sign lit up; all as a tribute to volunteers.

We at PCCC join the rest of Canada in the celebrations and take this opportunity to thank our Volunteers for their resilience and commitment, and for donating their time and energy.

Congratulations MARY-CARMEN VERA!

It is with great pleasure that the PCCC extends its warmest congratulations to our member Mary-Carmen Vera on her recent appointment as a member of the PDAC Board of Directors.
Mary-Carmen is the first female geologist from Latinamerica on the Board, with more than 20 years of experience in ESG (Environmental Social And Governance).

She also offers her knowledge and experience at the Executive Committee of the CIM Val D'or branch, and at the Board of the Association De L'Exploration Minière du Quèbec (AEMQ).

Felicitaciones Mary-Carmen!