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.

grant_single_labels|documents

Canada Pavilion Program

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