CanExport SMEs
Covers up to 50% of eligible export development costs for Canadian SMEs, up to a maximum of $50,000 per project.
Eligible SMEs apply through the CanExport online system with a defined export development project, plan and budget; the program reimburses up to 50% of eligible costs to a $50,000 cap per project.
Open to any sector with an exportable product or service, CanExport SMEs supports revenue-stage Canadian companies planning or expanding into international markets, funding activities like market research, certification and trade-show marketing.
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