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Commercial Assistant, Ontario

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Closing date for applications: 11 March, 2026 at 23:59 UTC/GMT +8:00

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Situated in the heart of North America, the province of Ontario is Canada’s economic powerhouse. It generates nearly 40% of Canada’s GDP, and is home to approximately 40% of Canada’s population.

The Government of Ontario, Canada operates a network of representational offices – international trade and investment offices (TIOs) in key cities around the world. They are co-located in Canadian diplomatic missions, composed of a Canadian diplomat (head of the TIO) and a locally engaged team of staff.

Measured by quantitative results, TIOs are mandated to build commercial relations between Ontario and the host jurisdiction in three ways: (1) Export promotion, (2) Foreign Direct Investment, and (3) Research and innovation partnerships.

The TIO in Singapore is focused on advancing Ontario, Canada’s commercial interests across Southeast Asian countries including Singapore.

The Commercial Assistant is a local employee of the Government of Canada but works with and reports to the Head of Program at the Ontario TIO in Singapore. For more details of the job package, please click on the above link.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: $3,690.00 - $3,691.00 per month

Benefits:

  • Dental insurance
  • Health insurance
  • Parental leave

Work Location: In person

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