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Grant and Funding Programs Offered by Global Affairs Canada (GAC)

Overview of Available Grants and Funding

Global Affairs Canada manages Canada's diplomatic relations, international trade, and development efforts to enhance global peace and prosperity. By offering grants and funding opportunities, the department supports Canadian businesses and non-profits in expanding internationally and contributing to sustainable global development.
9 opportunities available
CanExport SMEs
Grant and FundingClosed

CanExport SMEs

Trade Commissioner Service (TCS)
Supports Canadian SMEs’ export activities in new international markets
Eligible Funding
  • From $10,000 to $50,000
  • Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries
  • All industries
Types of eligible projects
COMMERCIALIZATION
CanExport Innovation
Grant and FundingOpen

CanExport Innovation

Trade Commissioner Service (TCS)
Supports Canadian R&D partnerships with international partners
Eligible Funding
  • Max. $75,000
  • Up to 75% of project cost
Eligible Industries
  • All industries
Types of eligible projects
COMMERCIALIZATIONTECHNOLOGYINNOVATION
Eligible Funding
  • Max. $600,000
  • Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries
  • Professional, scientific and technical services
Types of eligible projects
COMMERCIALIZATIONTECHNOLOGYINNOVATION
Trade Commissioner Service — Canada Tariff Finder
Other SupportOpen

Trade Commissioner Service — Canada Tariff Finder

Global Affairs Canada (GAC)
Custom tariff rates for importers and exporters
Eligible Funding
  • No Condition
Eligible Industries
  • All industries
Types of eligible projects
COMMERCIALIZATION
Trade Commissioner Service — Canadian Technology Accelerators
Expert AdviceOpen

Trade Commissioner Service — Canadian Technology Accelerators

Global Affairs Canada (GAC)
International acceleration support for small technology firms
Eligible Funding
  • No Condition
Eligible Industries
  • Information and cultural industries
  • Professional, scientific and technical services
  • Health care and social assistance
Types of eligible projects
COMMERCIALIZATIONTECHNOLOGY
Trade Commissioner Service — CanExport Associations
Grant and FundingClosed

Trade Commissioner Service — CanExport Associations

Global Affairs Canada (GAC)
Funding for international business development by national organizations
Eligible Funding
  • From $20,000 to $250,000
  • Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries
  • All industries
Types of eligible projects
COMMERCIALIZATION
Trade Commissioner Service — CanExport Community Investment
Grant and FundingClosed

Trade Commissioner Service — CanExport Community Investment

Global Affairs Canada (GAC)
Funding to attract foreign direct investment
Eligible Funding
  • From $3,000 to $500,000
  • Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries
  • All industries
Types of eligible projects
COMMERCIALIZATIONINNOVATION
International Development Assistance Program
Grant and FundingLoans and Capital investmentsOpen

International Development Assistance Program

Global Affairs Canada (GAC)
Supports international poverty reduction and development initiatives abroad
Eligible Funding
  • Up to 100% of project cost
Eligible Industries
  • Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
  • Finance and insurance
  • Professional, scientific and technical services
  • Educational services
Types of eligible projects
ENVIRONMENT AND CLIMATE
Anti-Crime Capacity Building Program (ACCBP)
Partnering and CollaborationGrant and FundingClosed

Anti-Crime Capacity Building Program (ACCBP)

Global Affairs Canada (GAC)
Strengthens international capacity to combat transnational and organized crime
Eligible Funding
  • No Condition
Eligible Industries
  • Public administration
Types of eligible projects