
Canada Pavilion Program
grant_single|update April 21, 2025
Canada
Supports Canadian exporters at major international food trade shows
grant_single_labels|summary
grant_single|eligibleFinancing
- grant_single|noCondition
grant_single|deadlines
- grant_single|openingDate July 9, 2024
grant_single|financingType
Grant and Funding
grant_single|eligibleIndustries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
grant_single|grantors
- Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada (AAFC)
- Government of Canada
grant_single|status
grant_card_status|open
grant_single_labels|preview
The Canada Pavilion Program provides streamlined financial support to Canadian small and medium-sized exporters participating in leading international food and beverage trade shows, focusing on first-time exhibitors and new market access. The program covers costs related to customizable turn-key booths and is part of a five-year initiative under the Sustainable Canadian Agricultural Partnership; the maximum funding amount is not specified.
grant_single_labels|terms_and_conditions
- Simplified access to financial assistance for participants.
- Provision of a custom turnkey booth for the Canada Pavilion trade shows.
- Focus on new businesses in the market, new exhibitors, and innovative products.
grant_single_labels|projects
- Participation in global food and beverage trade shows under the Canada Pavilion.
- Showcasing new to market, first-time exhibitors, or innovative Canadian products at designated international events.
- Accessing market opportunities through organized flagship Canada Pavilion trade show events.
grant_single|admissibleProjectsExample
$ 3,000
Launching premium organic teas at the Halifax Health and Wellness Expo
$ 3,500
First-time showcase of gluten-free bakery items at the Quebec City Food Fair
$ 3,500
Showcasing innovative organic snacks at the Vancouver Food Expo
$ 4,000
Participation in the Canada Pavilion at the SIAL Trade Show
$ 4,000
Bringing new vegan dairy alternatives to the Calgary Health Expo
$ 4,000
Attending the Canadian Partnerships Trade Show for the first time
grant_single_labels|admissibility
- The applicant must be a Canadian company.
- The company should be involved in the food and beverage sector.
- Priority is given to small and medium size exporters.
- Priority is given to new to market, first-time exhibitors, and companies with innovative products.
grant_eligibility_criteria|who_can_apply
- Canadian companies in the food and beverage sector
- Small and medium size exporters
- Companies introducing new to market, first-time exhibitors
- Companies with innovative food and beverage products
grant_eligibility_criteria|eligible_expenses
- Turn-key booth costs for participation in Canada Pavilion events at international food and beverage trade shows.
grant_single_labels|criteria
- Priority is given to small and medium-sized exporters.
- Focus on new-to-market and first-time exhibitors.
- Emphasis on participation with innovative products.
grant_single_labels|apply
1
Visit the Agriculture and Food Trade Show Service website or contact aafc.mas-sam.aac@agr.gc.ca for more information on the Canada Pavilion Program and other key trade events.
2
Explore the benefits of the Canada Pavilion by watching videos on participating in the Canadian Pavilion at international trade shows.
3
Prepare your application for the Canada Pavilion Program by understanding the program highlights, eligibility criteria, and the focus on new to market, first-time exhibitors, and innovative products.
4
Submit your application to participate in the Canada Pavilion by following the guidelines and deadlines provided by the program.
5
Await the evaluation of your application and notification of acceptance or feedback from the program organizers.
grant_single_labels|otherInfo
- The program is part of the Sustainable Canadian Agricultural Partnership, spanning five years.
- Priority is given to small and medium-sized exporters.
- Instructional and informational videos are available to showcase the Canada Pavilion experience.
- A dedicated email contact is provided for inquiries: aafc.mas-sam.aac@agr.gc.ca.
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