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CGLCC — Global - Canada

CGLCC — Global

Last Update: July 22, 2025
Canada
Support to export your LGBT+ business

At a glance

Eligible Funding
  • No Condition
Timeline
  • Open Date : May 12, 2021
Financing Type
Expert Advice
Eligible Industries
  • All industries
Funds Providers
Unspecified
Program status
Open

Overview

Get connected with LGBT+ chambers of commerce and partnership opportunities around the world and leverage their expertise to help you do business abroad.

Activities funded

The grant focuses on promoting international trade and business opportunities for Canadian LGBT+ businesses. It facilitates access to an international network, providing resources and information to help businesses expand globally.
  • Organizing trade missions for Canadian LGBT+ businesses to explore international markets.
  • Connecting businesses with international LGBT+ chambers of commerce for partnership opportunities.
  • Providing practical and insider information on international business and trade trends.
  • Facilitating procurement opportunities through collaborative agreements with global partners.
  • Supporting businesses in navigating export procedures and regulations.
Examples of admissible projects:
$ 25,000
Facilitate partnerships with New York LGBT+ business networks via trade missions
$ 30,000
Develop business presence in Australia through market research and trade missions
$ 40,000
Expand organic product sales to the Japanese market via trade missions and partnerships
$ 35,000
Investigate expansion into the Middle East market through Dubai trade missions
$ 30,000
Expand into the European market through trade missions and partnership programs
$ 35,000
Conduct market research and attend trade shows to explore business in Latin America

Eligibility

The eligibility criteria for this grant include:
  • Being a member of the LGBT+ community
  • Owning or managing an LGBT+ business
  • Eligible to do business internationally
  • Compliance with all relevant legal requirements

Who is eligible?

There are eligible types of companies for this grant. Here is a list of eligible types of companies:
  • LGBT+-owned businesses
  • Enterprises seeking to expand globally
  • Companies looking to connect with diverse LGBT+ suppliers internationally

Who is not eligible

Some types of companies may not be eligible for this grant:
  • Non-LGBT+-owned businesses
  • Companies not aligned with the mission of promoting diversity and inclusivity

Eligible expenses

Eligible expenses for this grant include:
  • Costs associated with international trade missions
  • Business development expenses for expanding into new markets
  • Participation fees for partnership opportunities
  • Market research and analysis expenses

Eligible geographic areas

This grant is designed to connect LGBT+ businesses with international opportunities through a global network of LGBT+ chambers of commerce, corporate partners, and governments. It targets businesses looking to expand their reach beyond Canada’s borders.
  • Argentina
  • Australia
  • Brazil
  • Central & Eastern Europe
  • Colombia
  • Costa Rica
  • Dominican Republic
  • India
  • Italy
  • Jamaica
  • Mexico
  • Scandinavia
  • South Africa
  • Uruguay
  • United States

Selection criteria

There are evaluation and selection criteria for this grant:
  • Evaluation based on business potential and readiness for international expansion
  • Evaluation of impact and benefit to the LGBT+ community
  • Quality of proposed international business plan
  • Demonstrated commitment to diversity and inclusion

How to apply

1

Membership Registration

  • Navigate to the program's website to begin the registration process.
  • Create an account by providing your contact information and setting up a profile.
  • Submit the necessary payment information for membership registration.
2

Certification Details

  • Complete any required certification details that verify your business as an LGBT+ enterprise.
  • Gather documentation that certifies your eligibility for the network.
3

International Network Engagement

  • Use your membership to connect with international LGBT+ chambers of commerce.
  • Seek out procurement opportunities via the international network.
  • Engage with global partners listed in the program's resources.
4

Utilize Resources and Support

  • Access and utilize practical and insider information about international trade provided by the program.
  • Participate in trade missions and government programs to enhance your market reach.

Additional information

Here are additional relevant details for this grant:
  • The program facilitates connections with international LGBT+ chambers of commerce to support global business expansion.
  • The initiative focuses on government-led trade missions, providing direct access to markets beyond Canada.
  • Members receive practical guidance on global trade dynamics and market trends.
  • The program encourages collaborative agreements to streamline seeking procurement opportunities internationally.
  • There is a strong emphasis on building a network with governments, corporate partners, and individuals for enhanced international opportunities.

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