Administered by Government of Canada · Last verified: July 2026
Fund your international business development activities: market research, trade shows, legal advice for foreign contracts, translation of marketing materials, and more.
Review times vary by program, from a few weeks to a few months, so check the official page for its timeline. Grant money is usually paid after you sign a funding agreement, and cost-shared programs often reimburse you once you send proof of what you spent.
Take the 3-minute quiz to find out, and see every other Canadian program you qualify for at the same time.
Check my eligibilityCanExport SMEs is generally open to incorporated, partnership businesses, in any province or territory, with revenue under $100,000,000, that export outside Canada. Confirm the full criteria on the official program page before applying.
The estimated value is Up to $50,000 (50% of eligible costs). The actual amount depends on your eligible costs, the program's budget, and approval.
1. Confirm eligibility at tradecommissioner.gc.ca 2. Create an account in the online portal 3. Submit your export development plan 4. Receive approval before incurring costs
2026-27 intake: applications open February 4, 2026 and accepted until August 31, 2026 at 12:00 PM ET (rolling competitive basis). Combined government support capped at 75% of project costs..