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Canadian Business Customs

Canadian Business Customs. Christopher M. Thomas May 2, 2010. Large Businesses in Canada . Government Role in Businesses. Official Business Language . English & French -Laws -Canadian Constitution -Federal Services. Currency . Currency Name: Canadian Dollar 1 US Dollar=

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Canadian Business Customs

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  1. Canadian Business Customs Christopher M. Thomas May 2, 2010

  2. Large Businesses in Canada

  3. Government Role in Businesses

  4. Official Business Language English & French -Laws -Canadian Constitution -Federal Services

  5. Currency • Currency Name: Canadian Dollar • 1 US Dollar= .9494 Canadian Dollar

  6. Normal Working Hours • Normal working hours are similar to American work hours. • Daily work period is about 10-12 hours.

  7. Canadian Business Tips • Canadians like their space and prefer to be at an arm’s length when speaking to someone. • Shake hands with everyone at the meeting upon arrival and departure.

  8. How to Address A Business Associate 1. Be polite. 2. Exchange business cards upon arrival and departure. 3. Avoid first name until granted permission.

  9. Protocol For Business Gifts 1.Do not give cash or money as a present. 2. Do not give white lilies as they are used at funerals. 3. If invited to someone's home for dinner, take a box of good chocolates, flowers or a bottle of wine.

  10. Dining Etiquette 1. Table manners are relatively relaxed and informal in Canada. 2. Do not begin eating until the hostess starts.

  11. Proper “Canadian” Business Greeting 1. The most common greeting is the handshake. 2. French Canadian friends may greet each other by lightly kissing on the cheeks

  12. The Role of Women

  13. Offensive Behavior • To lie or be misleading. • Showing up trade for events or engagements. • Not being polite. Good Bad

  14. Bibliography

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