The FTC will be presenting at the 20th Organisation of Caribbean Utility Regulators (OOCUR) Conference

We’re proud to announce that our Research Officers will be presenting at the 20th Organisation of Caribbean Utility Regulators (OOCUR) Conference, taking place from October 27 to October 30, 2025, at the Jewel Grande Resort & Spa, Montego Bay, Jamaica. On Day 2 – Tuesday, October 28, 2025 – Shavanne Smith will present his research paper “Climate Change and the Economic Impact of Wastewater Usage” […]

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Small Business Pitch Competition at the Manchester Biz Show

Attention Manchester! The Ministry of Industry, Investment & Commerce, Jamaica’s Business Ministry, is bringing the Manchester Biz Show to you! Get ready to pitch your business, gain exposure, and compete for a J$400,000 cash grant in the Small Business Pitch Competition! Eligibility Criteria: ✅ In operation for at least 2 years ✅ Registered Jamaican company ✅ Established management […]

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Micro Business Pitch Competition at the Manchester Biz Show

Building Business, Empowering Dreams in Manchester! The Ministry of Industry, Investment & Commerce invites YOU to be part of the Micro Business Pitch Competition at the Manchester Biz Show on Thursday, July 24, 2025, at Sacred Heart Academy Preparatory School, Manchester. This is your chance to showcase your business, gain exposure, and compete for a […]

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FTC Participates in Regional IP and Competition Law Workshop in Trinidad

The Fair Trading Commission, represented by a Competition Analyst and a Legal Officer, participated in a regional workshop on the Intersection between Intellectual Property Rights and Competition Law, held from June 30 to July 2, 2025, in Trinidad and Tobago. The workshop was organized by the World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO), in collaboration with the Intellectual Property […]

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The Westmoreland Leg of the MIIC MSME Roadshow was a Success!

On June 18, 2025, the Fair Trading Commission (FTC) participated in the MSME Business Roadshow held at Manning’s School in Savanna‑la‑Mar, Westmoreland. The event brought together business owners, consumers, government agencies, and other key stakeholders in a dynamic forum for engagement and collaboration. FTC representatives provided valuable insights into the Commission’s role in promoting fair […]

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The MSME Business Roadshow is coming to Westmoreland, and you’re all invited!

The MSME Business Roadshow is coming to Westmoreland, and you’re all invited! The Ministry of Industry, Investment & Commerce, Jamaica’s Business Ministry, is calling on bold entrepreneurs to step forward and pitch their innovative ideas at the Micro Business Pitch Competition on Wednesday, June 18, 2025, at Manning’s School. What’s at stake? A chance to […]

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Westmoreland! The MSME Business Roadshow is heading your way!

Westmoreland! The MSME Business Roadshow is heading your way! The Fair Trading Commission invites YOU to take centre stage in the Small Business Pitch Competition during the MSME Business Roadshow on Thursday, June 18 at the Manning’s School. This is your chance to showcase your business, gain exposure, and compete for a J$400,000 cash grant! […]

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FTC Participates in the 7th Meeting of the Reconvened Task Force on the Implementation of Chapter 8 of the Revised Treaty of Chaguaramas

Mr. David Miller, Executive Director, participated in the 7th Meeting of the Reconvened Task Force on the Implementation of Chapter 8 of the Revised Treaty of Chaguaramas, held in Bridgetown, Barbados, from May 15 to 16, 2025. Among the topics discussed were Modalities and Legal Arrangements for Advancing Cooperation between Member States and the CARICOM […]

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Our participation in JMEA Expo 2025 was a success!

It was our pleasure and honour to be a part of the biggest trade show in the Caribbean. The exhibition was a great success for the Fair Trading Commission (FTC) and allowed us to engage in numerous insightful conversations with industry representatives, academics, public officials, students and consumers; and to showcase all the services of […]

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Connect with the FTC at Expo Jamaica 2025

Come connect with Jamaica’s Competition Authority at Expo Jamaica on April 3 – 6, 2025! We can’t wait to see you there!

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