Please read these terms carefully before using our services or platform.
Last updated: March 2026
By accessing or using the Canada Africa Trade website and services (collectively, the "Platform"), you agree to be bound by these Terms and Conditions. If you do not agree with any part of these terms, you may not use our Platform or engage with our brokerage services.
Canada Africa Trade is a commodity brokerage firm based in Ottawa, Canada. We operate as an intermediary facilitating agricultural trade between Canadian suppliers and buyer networks across East Africa. Our services include:
Canada Africa Trade does not hold inventory, take title to goods, provide logistics services, or act as a shipping agent. We are a professional brokerage operating on a commission basis.
Our compensation is commission-based and is earned upon the successful execution of a trade deal between a buyer and a supplier we have introduced or facilitated. Commission terms, rates, and payment schedules are defined in the applicable Non-Circumvention, Non-Disclosure Agreement (NCNDA) and/or Irrevocable Master Fee Protection Agreement (IMFPA) executed between the parties prior to deal initiation.
Clients agree not to circumvent Canada Africa Trade in any transaction involving parties introduced by Canada Africa Trade, for a period of two (2) years from the date of introduction, in accordance with the signed NCNDA/IMFPA.
The Platform provides a contact form for submitting trade inquiries. By submitting an inquiry, you confirm that:
Submission of an inquiry does not constitute a binding agreement, commitment to transact, or guarantee of any business outcome. Canada Africa Trade reserves the right to decline any inquiry at its sole discretion.
All transactions facilitated by Canada Africa Trade are conducted under a structured documentation framework that may include, but is not limited to:
The execution of these documents is a condition of engaging in a structured transaction through Canada Africa Trade. Parties who bypass or refuse to sign applicable documentation may be excluded from the transaction process.
Canada Africa Trade may provide authenticated access to a buyer portal for approved partners. Users with portal access agree to:
Canada Africa Trade reserves the right to suspend or terminate portal access at any time for any reason, including but not limited to breach of these Terms.
You agree not to use the Platform to:
To the fullest extent permitted by applicable law, Canada Africa Trade and its officers, directors, employees, and agents shall not be liable for any indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages arising out of or related to:
Canada Africa Trade's total cumulative liability in any matter shall not exceed the commission fees, if any, received by Canada Africa Trade in the specific transaction giving rise to the claim.
All content on this Platform — including the Canada Africa Trade name, logo, brand identity, text, graphics, and structural layout — is the exclusive property of Canada Africa Trade and is protected under applicable Canadian intellectual property laws. You may not reproduce, distribute, or create derivative works from any Platform content without prior written consent.
The Platform may contain links to third-party websites or services. Canada Africa Trade does not endorse, control, or assume responsibility for any third-party content, privacy practices, or terms. Access to third-party services is at your own risk.
These Terms and Conditions are governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the Province of Ontario and the federal laws of Canada applicable therein. Any disputes arising from these Terms shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts located in Ottawa, Ontario, Canada.
Canada Africa Trade reserves the right to modify these Terms at any time. Updated terms will be posted on this page with a revised effective date. Continued use of the Platform following any changes constitutes your acceptance of the revised Terms.
For questions regarding these Terms and Conditions, please contact us at:
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