About our New York City Office
The Ontario Trade and Investment Office in New York is strategically co‐located within the Consulate General of Canada, situated in the bustling heart of Manhattan, just steps away from Grand Central Terminal and the iconic Chrysler Building.
Operating under the umbrella of the Government of Ontario, the New York Office is dedicated to advancing the economic objectives of Ontario in the Northeastern United States. This territory spans across the states of New York, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, Massachusetts, Connecticut, Delaware, Maine, New Hampshire, Vermont and Rhode Island.
Working closely with Canadian federal, provincial and municipal partners, these offices raise Ontario’s profile and build commercial relations in key global markets.
The Government of Ontario, Canada operates a network of International Trade and Investment Offices (TIOs) located in Canadian diplomatic Missions around the world.
What we do
We assist Northeastern U.S. companies interested in building their presence in Ontario and in sourcing Ontario products and services.
We help you find supply-chain partners
- Champion Ontario products and services.
- Provide tailored market advice on navigating the local business landscape effectively.
- Broker pre-qualified connections, enabling Ontario companies to showcase their products and services to U.S. buyers.
- Collaborate with partners to deliver inbound and outbound export missions and maximize participation in trade shows.
We help you expand into Ontario
- Equip Northeastern U.S. companies with vital data and intelligence essential for expanding operations into Ontario, including business costs, economic climate, R&D opportunities and incentives.
- Forge connections with government, institutional and private partners, including vetted service providers, to streamline expansion strategies.
- Aid in talent acquisition by linking with recruiters, colleges and universities and navigating immigration pathways.
- Coordinate site visits and familiarization tours and provide expert site selection guidance throughout the expansion journey.
- Facilitate connections to Ontario companies to meet commercial sourcing, procurement and commercialization needs.
Connect with us
We understand your market, speak your language and work in your time zone.
Aaron Pinto
Senior Economic Officer
Charley Ford
Senior Commercial Officer
AnnaRose Broome
Commercial Officer
Khoudia Diop
Commercial Assistant
Find us at local events
Connect with us at upcoming international trade and investment events happening around the world.
Why choose Ontario and Ontario suppliers?
Ontario offers a stable, forward-looking business environment powered by innovation, skilled talent and trusted global partners.
- Trade agreements — The Canada-United States-Mexico Agreement (CUSMA) boosts your competitive edge with duty-free access, enhanced trade in services, labour mobility and open government procurement.
- Border crossings — Unlock unparalleled opportunities in Ontario, strategically positioned for success with seamless access through seven border crossings to the Northeastern United States.
- Air access — Quick flights from major cities like New York City, Boston, Philadelphia and Pittsburgh, all within the same time zone, serve as a gateway to a colossal consumer base of over 194 million within a day’s drive from the Greater Toronto Area.
- Diverse and skilled workforce — Ontario is home to a global cadre of highly skilled and educated professionals emerging from esteemed universities and colleges. Embodying an unwavering commitment to diversity within the workforce, Ontario’s welcoming approach to immigration expands the talent pool and infuses distinct perspectives.
- History of innovation — Ontario’s rich history of world-changing inventions, such as insulin, the pacemaker, Canadarm and the BlackBerry, invites businesses to embark on a journey of ingenuity. Here, diverse industries harness cutting-edge technology to address the world’s most pressing challenges.
- Supportive business environment — Ontario is dedicated to creating a supportive business environment, actively reducing the costs of doing business. The province provides a spectrum of incentives for businesses, encompassing government grants, loans, tax credits and comprehensive support services, empowering their path to success.
Discover more reasons to partner with Ontario companies and learn About Ontario.