In an age of ecommerce, mega platforms are being countered with buy local directories such as Quebec directory, Panier Bleu. Such directories play a useful role in educating Quebec shoppers about the importance of buying locally made goods. And, via Jet, selling to markets that have an affinity for Quebec goods: Most notably, selling to France.
IOSS VAT rules are facilitating the massive growth of e-commerce into the European Union. Simplified tax rules are levelling the playing field between postal imports, commercial imports, and domestic EU sellers. These modernized rules actually present a massive opportunity for Canadian and US sellers shipping to Europe and the UK. With over 70 percent of the EU population purchasing online, North American goods remain a highly popular option.
