The BC Wood Export Readiness Training Program is a 9 module virtual training course spanning 6 weeks that helps value added wood product companies prepare for international sales.
The course has been customized for the wood products industry, covering the most common topics that come up when selling outside of Canada. Guest speakers will join the training team to speak to top international markets for expansion, international financing and funding for exporting.
Below is the schedule for the 2026 winter cohort. All times are PST
| Date | Course ID | Time (PST) | Course |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tuesday, Jan 27 | ERTP1 | 8:30-10:00 | Preparing to Export |
| Thursday, Jan 29 | ERTP2 | 8:30-10:00 | Updating Products & Localization |
| Thursday, Feb 5 | ERTP3 | 8:30-10:00 | International Marketing |
| Thursday, Feb 12 | ERTP4 | 8:30-10:00 | Top Global Markets for Expansion |
| Thursday, Feb 19 | ERTP5 | 8:30-10:00 | Selling Direct vs Through Partners |
| Thursday, Feb 26 | ERTP6 | 8:30-10:00 | International Pricing & Contracts |
| Tuesday, March 3 | ERTP7 | 8:30-10:00 | International Finance |
| Thursday, March 5 | ERTP8 | 8:30-10:00 | Operations, HR & International Logistics |
| Thursday, March 12 | ERTP9 | 8:30-10:00 | Funding for International Expansion |
The 9 modules each have a specific focus and content that deals directly with a major requirement for exporting.
Each course will typically review a number of critical topics and may include a guest speaker or BC Wood member that provides feedback, ideas, and relevant best practices on the subject matter.
Please contact Michelle McCarthy at mmccarthy@bcwood.com or (604) 290-6875 for any questions or concerns
The cost to attend the entire ERTP Program (9 modules) is $189 per person from a company. For an additional person from the same company, the total cost for two people is $299.