Toronto/CMEDIA: A business delegation from the Punjab Chamber of Commerce and Industry (PCCI) was hosted by the Indo-Canada Chamber of Commerce (ICCC) for an interactive business forum focused on strengthening Ontario–Punjab commercial ties, expanding Canada–India business collaboration, and creating new opportunities for Canadian small and medium-sized enterprises to engage with India.
Welcoming the PCCI delegationIn Prashant Srivastava, President of ICCC described the visit as an important continuation of bilateral engagement between Canada and India.
ICCC was the first Canadian chamber, Srivastava noted, that led a trade delegation of 25 Canadian companies to Punjab following the reset of Canada–India relations by Prime Minister Mark Carney.
Hhighlighting the strong and historic ties between Ontario and Punjab, Srivastava emphasized how deep people-to-people connections have helped create meaningful business-to-business relationships between the two provinces and also recognized the significant contribution of the Punjabi community to Canada’s social, cultural, and economic growth.
Sharing remarks on Ontario’s economic strengths and opportunities for collaboration with Punjab, Nina Tangri, Ontario’s Associate Minister of Small Business reflected on her visit to Punjab with the ICCC delegation and reinforced the importance of building practical business linkages between Ontario and Punjab.
Introducing the delegation members and shartng their experience participating in Saskatchewan’s agriculture-focused business programming, Opinder Singh, Executive Director of the Punjab Chamber of Commerce and Industry outlined PCCI’s role in guiding Canadian SMEs interested in exploring partnerships, market entry, and sector-specific business opportunities in the region.
The forum was emceed by Tejas Aivalli, Executive Director of ICCC, and was attended by ICCC Board Members, former ICCC President Kanwarjit Dhanjal, more than 60 ICCC members, industry leaders, and members of the media.
Canadian SMEs, entrepreneurs, exporters, and investors were encouraged by ICCC and PCCI to explore opportunities in Punjab and the broader Indian market, particularly in sectors such as agriculture, food processing, clean technology, advanced manufacturing, education, professional services, and innovation-driven industries.
Canadian companies interested in learning more about doing business in Punjab or participating in future ICCC trade missions and business forums are encouraged to connect with the Indo-Canada Chamber of Commerce for guidance, introductions, and upcoming engagement opportunities.
About the Indo-Canada Chamber of Commerce (ICCC)
A not-for-profit, membership-based organizationThe Indo-Canada Chamber of Commerce (ICCC) is dedicated to fostering economic, commercial, and professional ties between Canada and India.
The ICCC has served as a premier platform for businesses since its establishment in 1977, entrepreneurs, and professionals, providing advocacy, networking opportunities, and programs that support bilateral trade and collaboration.
Through its strategic initiatives and community engagement, the ICCC continues to promote growth, innovation, and stronger relationships between the two nations.
