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CanExport SMEs

CanExport PME

Status

Status not published

For markets other than the United States: 'Deadline: Extended to August 31, 2026 at 12:00 PM (ET)'. Applications for U.S.-targeted projects are no longer accepted for this intake because the $3.1 million allocated to U.S. projects is fully allocated. Applications are assessed on a rolling competitive basis; the programme reopens with a new annual intake.

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Amount
50,000 CAD

'Successful projects may receive up to $50,000 in funding for international business development activities.' The programme shares the cost of export-related activities; the exact applicant cost share is set in the 2026-27 Applicant's guide (not read here).

Funder

Global Affairs Canada – Trade Commissioner Service

public · national

Deadline: Fixed cut-off dates — For markets other than the United States: 'Deadline: Extended to August 31, 2026 at 12:00 PM (ET)'. Applications for U.S.-targeted projects are no longer accepted for this intake because the $3.1 million allocated to U.S. projects is fully allocated. Applications are assessed on a rolling competitive basis; the programme reopens with a new annual intake.

Your odds
Not published

This funder does not publish a success rate. We rank it using the rate observed across similar programmes and label it as an estimate rather than implying we know.

Effort
major

Major bid — written case, budget, possibly partners.

Who can apply

'It is intended for companies with meaningful economic ties to Canada, the capacity to grow internationally, and a clear plan to export Canadian goods and services.' Precise size thresholds are set in the Applicant's guide 2026-27.

How to apply

  1. Use the 'Find out if you qualify' checklist to confirm the programme fits your business and export plans. — link
  2. Read the 2026-27 Applicant's guide (eligible activities and expenses, assessment criteria). — link
  3. Create a profile in the CanExport SMEs portal and submit the application. — link
  4. Await assessment: up to 60 business days for non-U.S. markets, up to 90 business days for U.S. projects.

What you will need

Related reading: How grant deadlines actually work

Apply on the funder's site

Source. https://www.tradecommissioner.gc.ca/en/our-solutions/funding-financing-international-business/canexport-smes.html

"Successful projects may receive up to $50,000 in funding for international business development activities. Funding is limited, and applications are assessed on a rolling competitive basis. ... Deadline: Extended to August 31, 2026 at 12:00 PM (ET)"

Verified on 14 August 2026

Source: www.tradecommissioner.gc.ca

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