When did europe start trading with north america?

The first recorded European contact with North America was in the 10th century, when Norse Vikings led by Leif Erikson reached Newfoundland. However, it was not until the 15th century that Europeans began to explore and trade with North America on a regular basis. The first major European power to establish a permanent presence in North America was Spain, which founded the colony of St. Augustine in Florida in 1565. Other European powers, including England, France, and the Netherlands, soon followed suit. By the early 17th century, European traders were well-established in North America, and they were playing a major role in the region's economy.