How much funding can be received?

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.

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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.

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Participation in Canada Pavilion flagship trade show events focused on food and beverage industries.

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$ 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

$ 4,000

Participation in the Canada Pavilion at the SIAL Trade Show

$ 3,500

Showcasing innovative organic snacks at the Vancouver Food Expo

$ 4,000

Bringing new vegan dairy alternatives to the Calgary Health Expo

$ 4,000

Attending the Canadian Partnerships Trade Show for the first time

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Canadian companies seeking to participate in world-class food and beverage trade shows.
Focus on new-to-market and first-time exhibitors.
Preference given to small and medium size exporters.
Companies with innovative products are encouraged.

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Canadian companies in the food and beverage industry
Small and medium size exporters in the food and beverage sector
New to market and first-time exhibitors with innovative products

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Customizable turn-key booth at Canada Pavilion events.

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The Canada Pavilion Program has evaluation and selection criteria to ensure a fair and transparent process. Criteria include:

Financial need and eligibility
Relevance of the applicant's products or services to the target market
Export readiness and market development potential
Previous trade show participation and outcomes
Potential for growth and innovation

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The Canada Pavilion Program aims to help Canadian businesses participate in major international trade shows for food and beverages.
Program highlights include simplified access to financial assistance, turnkey custom booths for Canada Pavilion shows, a focus on companies entering the market and innovative products, as well as a priority given to small and medium-sized exporting enterprises.