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Alberta Export Expansion Program (AEEP)
Funding for Alberta exporters attending international trade events
Last Update: April 7, 2026
Funding available
Up to 50% of project cost
Timeline
- Open Date : April 7, 2026
Location
Alberta, Canada
Overview
The Alberta Export Expansion Program supports Alberta SMEs, industry associations, Indigenous organizations, economic development organizations, and other non-profit organizations attending formal outbound trade events. Eligible applicants can receive up to CAD 15,000 per fiscal year, with funding available on a first-come, first-served basis.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Access new markets
Eligible Funding
- Up to 50% of project cost
Timeline
- Open Date : April 7, 2026
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Location
- Alberta
Legal structures
- Non-profit
- Public or Parapublic institution
- For-profit business
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Indigenous Peoples
- Canadians
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
- Economic, Social and Community Development
- International Activities
- Business Associations
Target groups
- Business owners / entrepreneurs
Revenue structures
- All structures
Scope
- Provincial
- International
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Participation in formal international trade events outside Canada.
- Export promotion through international travel to outbound trade events.
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Alberta small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs)
- Industry associations
- Indigenous organizations
- Economic development organizations
- Other non-profit organizations promoting Alberta exports
Who is not eligible
- Municipalities
- Organizations without incorporated legal status in Alberta
- Companies with more than 500 full-time equivalent staff
Eligible expenses
- Per diem costs for eligible travelers.
- Formal event registration fees.
Eligible geographic areas
- Alberta
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are assessed after submission.
- Decisions are sent by email.
- Approved applicants receive a grant agreement.
- Payment is made after all requirements are met and the agreement is signed.
- A report is required after travel is complete.
Additional information
Here are additional relevant details for this grant:
- Per diem funding is only calculated for the duration of formal international trade events, in addition to two days to accommodate air travel, with proof of travel required.
- The program operates on a first-come, first-served basis, and the application intake closes when the budget is fully requested.
- Applicants can complete a pre-screening questionnaire to self-assess eligibility before travel, but it is not required to be submitted and does not guarantee eligibility.
- It is important to check if any requested funding remains available as the tracker is for guidance only and does not ensure funds are available when applying.
- Applications for funding must be submitted no later than two months after the first day of participation in a formal trade event.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Alberta Export Expansion Program (AEEP) Program
What is the Alberta Export Expansion Program (AEEP)?
The Alberta Export Expansion Program supports Alberta SMEs, industry associations, Indigenous organizations, economic development organizations, and other non-profit organizations attending formal outbound trade events. Eligible applicants can receive up to CAD 15,000 per fiscal year, with funding available on a first-come, first-served basis.
How much funding can be received?
Alberta Export Expansion Program (AEEP) Funds up to 50% of admissible expenses.
Who is eligible for the Alberta Export Expansion Program (AEEP) program?
To be eligible for the Alberta Export Expansion Program (AEEP) program, you must:
Incorporated legal entity in Alberta
Permanent physical presence in Alberta
At least one Alberta-based employee
What expenses are eligible under Alberta Export Expansion Program (AEEP)?
Participation in formal international trade events outside Canada.
Export promotion through international travel to outbound trade events.
Who can I contact for more information about the Alberta Export Expansion Program (AEEP)?
You can contact Government of Alberta by email at aeep-mailbox@gov.ab.ca.
Where is the Alberta Export Expansion Program (AEEP) available?
The Alberta Export Expansion Program (AEEP) program is available the province of Alberta.
Is the Alberta Export Expansion Program (AEEP) a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Alberta Export Expansion Program (AEEP) is a Grant and Funding