COPA provides day-to-day solutions that will help you work smarter to reach your business goals—from business support and savings to invaluable networking and marketing opportunities, we provide it all. Here’s a list of everything that can help optimize your business:
Market and Trade Data
COPA’s Trade Data Reports are based on Statistics Canada, Canadian Border Services and Industry Canada and provide import quantities/costs by product categories (HS Codes). Other specialty reports are distributed from time to time, such as a Labour and Wage Report, which examines several important developments in the Canadian labour market, and Financial Analysis reports comparing retail, wholesale and manufacturing industries. COPA also produces an Industry Salary-Compensation Report based on surveys conducted every two years. Click here to learn more about Trade Data Reports.
Business Solutions and Exclusive Savings
COPA’s solutions providers and affiliate partners provide services that address nearly every department in your office, and most offer significant savings that eclipse the cost of your COPA subscription.
- Courier/Small Parcel & Freight
- Group Benefits & Health Solutions
- Online Training & Professional Development
Point of Sale Solutions - HR Consulting & Solutions
- Fleet & Gas
- Conferencing/Webinar
- EDI Solutions
- Translation Services
- And so much more…
Click here for a full list of program and service providers.
Exclusive Employee Discounts
Your company’s employees also enjoy the benefits of your COPA membership with direct access to exclusive discount programs. Enjoy extra savings on business and personal products and services.
- Group Auto & Home Insurance
- CAA Corporate Package with member savings at over 164,000 retail locations
- Travel Accommodations: Great Wolf Lodge, Travelodge, Quality Inn & Suites
- ESSO Gas Card
- And more…
Click here for full list of service providers.
Networking and Learning Events
Throughout the year, COPA hosts a variety of seminars touching on timely and useful topics affecting our members. Learning sessions feature experts who know the subject matter being discussed are who are able to get through the fluff and speak to what matters to businesses. These events aim to provide in-depth information in short bursts to ensure maximum impact.
Once per year, COPA hosts a learning and networking conference around a specific theme. These conferences bring in topical experts to provide valuable information in a variety of business areas that can help our members thrive.
Industry Day & Golf Tournament
The COPA Golf Tournament is the biggest summer event bringing together the full spectrum of the Canadian OP industry. This event continues to mix business with pleasure, providing a fun, casual and relaxed atmosphere where new connections can be made and deals can be closed. This event will take place on June 1, 2023 at the Richmond Hill Golf and Country Club.
Click here for full details and register for this event.
Visit the COPA website for more details about your membership benefits.