CanExport SMEs
Non-dilutive, non-repayable funding for export development needs
CanExport SMEs funding helps your company penetrate and grow global markets. Tell us about how we can help fulfill your project:
Note: CanExport SMEs program details are subject to change. For exact program details, please visit the official website.
EXPAND INTERNATIONAL SALES THROUGH CanExport SMEs
The CanExport SMEs program is an excellent government funding program for Canadian businesses interested in international markets.
Not sure if your project expenses match the eligibility criteria for government funding? Contact us to learn about the CanExport SMEs program today and how we can help you access funding. We can review your needs and eligible costs to get the funding for your business that will take your sales to the next level.
Government funding for Canadian businesses to expand into international markets. Eligible expenses include, but are not limited to, B2B matchmaking, market research consulting, and marketing tools.
An export market qualifies for grant funding based on the following criteria: the applicant must attribute 10% or less of corporate sales or have less than $100,000 of sales in the region. This allows corporations to expand their sales into international markets where they lack a strong footing.
Offered through the following government entities:
CanExport SMEs PROVIDES FUNDING FOR EXPORT MARKET DEVELOPMENT
$50K
contribution
$50K
max
reimbursement
$100K
for export
development
With an internal contribution of $50,000...
... and a maximum reimbursement of $50,000 from CanExport SMEs...
... your company can execute a $100,000 project at 50% off.
$50K
contribution
With a contribution of $100,000 toward eligible expenses, your corporation can receive a $50,000 grant, lowering your spend to $50,000.
$50K
max
reimbursement
A project valued at $100,000 (the maximum allowable per project) allows for a $50,000 reimbursement for eligible expenses.
$100K
for consulting
services
CanExport will reimburse 50% of up to $100,000 in eligible consulting service fees.
ELIGIBLE EXPENSES
B2B Matchmaking
Market Research Consulting
Marketing Tools
Interpretation Services
Contractual Agreements and Supplier Diversity Certification
Business, Tax, and Legal Advice
Meetings and Trade Events
IP Protection
Transportation
PROJECT AND DELIVERABLE TIMELINE
CLEAN CONDUIT GUIDES THE PREPARATION AND FULFILLMENT OF CanExport SMEs PROJECTS
MARKET ENTRY STRATEGY AND PROGRAM GUIDANCE
We guide Canadian SMEs through CanExport strategy development and compliant project planning, ensuring strong positioning before funds are deployed.
- Market entry strategy (new or existing products)
- Go-to-market planning and channel strategy
- Target buyer and distributor profile development
- Market opportunity and competitor assessment
- Preliminary target market research
- Trade Commissioner Service outreach and coordination
- CanExport program guidance and rule monitoring
- Proposal development and eligible expense budgeting
EXPORT MARKET DEVELOPMENT AND PROJECT EXECUTION
We manage approved CanExport initiatives from activation through delivery to effect measurable and defensible export outcomes.
- Project oversight and milestone management
- B2B matchmaking and meeting facilitation
- Qualified buyer prospecting and outreach
- In-market intelligence and competitor analysis
- Trade Commissioner Service engagement support (domestic and abroad)
- Export-ready marketing materials
- Sales presentations and modular slide decks
- Zip banners and trade show booth design
