Canada-Italy Wool Trade Mission and Educational Program 2026

We’re pleased to open registration for our third international wool trade mission — and our first to Italy.

This year, we travel to Biella, in the Piedmont region of northern Italy — one of Europe’s premier hubs for wool and fine animal fibre processing and textile manufacturing.

September 15-19, 2026

Designed for professionals, entrepreneurs, students, and emerging industry leaders, the program focuses on three core pillars:

Market & Technical Access
Exclusive visits to leading wool manufacturers in collaboration with members of the International Wool Textile Organisation.

Business & Professional Development
Curated networking opportunities connecting participants with key players across the global wool value chain.

Cultural & Historical Context
A deeper look at Italy’s historic leadership in fine textile production — and the shared values linking wool with other premium Italian agricultural products.

On the program:

 Milan — one of the world’s fashion and design capitals.
Biella — la città della lana (the city of wool)— a global centre of excellence in wool manufacturing.
Piedmont — where textile craftsmanship meets food, landscape, and regional identity.

Itinerary

September 15: Milan

Arrive in Milan
Afternoon Welcome Reception 
Evening transfer to Biella
Group dinner

September 16-17: Biella and Piedmont

Mill visits with the focus on diverse manufacturing stages and specializations (knitting, weaving, spinning)

September 18: Piedmont
Guided cultural activities, gastronomical experience
Group dinner

September 19: Milan

Morning transfer to Milan
Free afternoon; departure

Registration opens Friday, March 6, 2026

Early bird pricing available until April 6, 2026

Pricing

Early bird (Register between March 6 and April 6): CAD $2,500

After April 6: CAD $2,950

To confirm your reservation, a non-refundable deposit of CAD $500 is required.

The remainder of the amount is due August 15, 2026.

What’s included:

  • All activities and guided tours

  • Local transportation

  • Designated meals

  • Bespoke industry networking access, before and after the trip

  • Italy wool textile introductory educational pack

What’s not included:

  • Airfare from Canada to Milan

  • Accommodations (group discounts and suggestions to be provided)

  • Meals not covered by the program

  • Personal expenses

  • Travel insurance

Any questions? Contact us

Highlights from our 2025 Trade Mission to the United Kingdom

  • Guided tour of Laxton’s Yarns, Haworth Scouring, and AW Hainsworth mill.

  • Guided tour of Abraham Moon & Sons and William Halstead mill.

  • Walking tour of the City of London.

  • London Sheep Drive and Livery Fair.