About our Washington, D.C. Office
The Washington Trade and Investment Office (TIO) plays a pivotal role in facilitating trade and investment between Ontario, Canada, and the United States. Our office is dedicated to strengthening commercial ties and fostering economic growth by connecting businesses, governments and institutions across borders.
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 U.S. companies interested in building their presence in Ontario and in sourcing Ontario products and services.
We help you find supply-chain partners
- Connect U.S. buyers with Ontario businesses at international missions and trade shows.
- Organize pre-qualified meetings for Ontario companies to present their products and services.
- Assist major international buyers in sourcing products and services from Ontario.
We help you expand into Ontario
- Share market insights to help U.S. companies understand Ontario’s business landscape.
- Provide details on investment incentives, tax credits and financing options.
- Connect U.S. companies with government, institutional and private partners.
- Organize site visits and guide U.S. companies through their expansion.
- Connect U.S. companies with industry-specific associations, research centres and experts.
Connect with us
We understand your market, speak your language and work in your time zone.
David W. Paterson
Ontario's Representative in Washington, D.C.
Alison Asmussen
Policy Officer
Robert Capecchi
Policy Officer
Quinlin Gray
Senior 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.
To the benefit of those in the United States, 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.
Discover more reasons to partner with Ontario companies and learn About Ontario.