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Asia Market Development Program
Market entry support for Atlantic exporters
Funding available
$ 24,000
Deadline
Open continuously
Opened August 18, 2021
Location
New Brunswick, Newfoundland and Labrador, Nova Scotia, Prince Edward Island, Canada
Overview
The program supports Atlantic Canadian companies with market-entry development in Europe or Asia. It offers customized sales development services, market research, trade support, and a personalized market entry strategy, with a maximum consultant services value of $24,000.00.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Develop strategic partnerships
- Access new markets
- Reach a new target audience
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 24,000 $
Funds Providers
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Location
- New Brunswick, Newfoundland and Labrador, Nova Scotia, Prince Edward Island
Legal structures
- For-profit business
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Startups
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Building a virtual presence in Europe or Asia.
- Developing a customized market entry strategy.
- Identifying sales opportunities and building a sales pipeline.
- Connecting with potential clients and sales partners.
- Supporting international market development activities.
Documents Needed
- Completed application form
- MEDP Guidelines review
Official resources
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Atlantic Canadian companies.
- Experienced or export-ready businesses.
- Companies with exportable products or services.
Eligible expenses
- Consultant services for market entry support.
- International sales development services.
- Extended marketing efforts supported by additional government funding.
Eligible geographic areas
- Atlantic Canada
- Europe
- Asia
Selection criteria
- Exportability of the product or service.
- Commitment to an export-focused growth strategy.
- Experience and readiness to export.
- Viable opportunities outside Atlantic Canada.
How to apply
- Step 1: Review program details
- Read the MEDP Guidelines and confirm the program fits your export plans.
- Step 2: Complete the application form
- Download and fill out the application form.
- Step 3: Submit the application
- Submit the completed form through the program’s online application process.
- Step 4: Interview and acceptance
- Participate in an interview with export development officers if requested.
- If accepted, enter into a contractual relationship with the Atlantic Chamber of Commerce.
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are reviewed on a continuous basis until capacity is reached.
- Applicants are interviewed by export development officers.
- Successful applicants must enter into a contractual relationship with the Atlantic Chamber of Commerce.
Additional information
- Applications are accepted on a continuous basis until the program reaches capacity.
- Applicants will be interviewed by export development officers.
- Approved applicants must enter into a contractual relationship with the Atlantic Chamber of Commerce.
- The program may encourage applicants to explore complementary services or funding programs.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Asia Market Development Program Program
What is the Asia Market Development Program?
The program supports Atlantic Canadian companies with market-entry development in Europe or Asia. It offers customized sales development services, market research, trade support, and a personalized market entry strategy, with a maximum consultant services value of $24,000.00.
How much funding can be received?
Asia Market Development Program Funds up to $24,000 of admissible expenses.
Who is eligible for the Asia Market Development Program program?
To be eligible for the Asia Market Development Program program, you must:
Exportable product or service.
Export-ready Atlantic Canadian company.
Commitment to export growth.
What expenses are eligible under Asia Market Development Program?
Building a virtual presence in Europe or Asia.
Developing a customized market entry strategy.
Identifying sales opportunities and building a sales pipeline.
Connecting with potential clients and sales partners.
Supporting international market development activities.
Who can I contact for more information about the Asia Market Development Program?
You can contact Invest Nova Scotia by email at exportready@atlanticchamber.ca or by phone at 1.800.260.6682.
Where is the Asia Market Development Program available?
The Asia Market Development Program program is available the province of New Brunswick, Newfoundland and Labrador, Nova Scotia, Prince Edward Island.
Is the Asia Market Development Program a grant, loan, or tax credit?
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