CGLCC- Global
Canada
Support to export your LGBT+ business
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- grant_single|noCondition
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- grant_single|openingDateMay 12, 2021
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Expert Advice
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- Government of Canada
- Canadian LGBT+ Chamber of Commerce (CGLCC)
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Get connected with LGBT+ chambers of commerce and partnership opportunities around the world and leverage their expertise to help you do business abroad.
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$25,000
Vancouver
Facilitate partnerships with New York LGBT+ business networks via trade missions
$30,000
Ottawa
Develop business presence in Australia through market research and trade missions
$40,000
Calgary
Expand organic product sales to the Japanese market via trade missions and partnerships
$35,000
Edmonton
Investigate expansion into the Middle East market through Dubai trade missions
$30,000
Toronto
Expand into the European market through trade missions and partnership programs
$35,000
Montreal
Conduct market research and attend trade shows to explore business in Latin America
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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
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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
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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
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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
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There are specific geographic areas eligible for this grant. Canadian LGBT+ enterprises can access international opportunities through connections with diverse LGBT+ chambers of commerce, governments, and corporate partners worldwide.
- Argentina
- Australia
- Brazil
- Central & Eastern Europe
- Colombia
- Costa Rica
- Dominican Republic
- India
- Italy
- Jamaica
- Mexico
- Scandinavia
- South Africa
- Uruguay
- United States
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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
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- Step 1: Become a Member Today
- Join the organization and become a member to access the grant.
- Step 2: Connect with Global LGBT+ Suppliers
- Engage with diverse LGBT+ suppliers internationally.
- Explore partnership opportunities within the international LGBT+ business network.
- Step 3: Obtain Practical Information
- Learn how to do business abroad and the trends in different markets.
- Access insider information to expand your earning potential globally.
- Step 4: Participate in Trade Missions and Programs
- Engage in trade missions and government programs to connect with key industry players.
- Utilize resources to expand your business opportunities on a global scale.
- Step 5: Collaborate with Global Partners
- Utilize collaborative agreements to seek procurement opportunities around the world.
- Connect Canadian LGBT+ enterprises to a global network of LGBT+ chambers of commerce, governments, and corporate partners.
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