How much funding can be received?

Funds up to 50% of admissible expenses, capped at $10000 per project.

What is the deadline to apply?

The program is accepting continuous intake

Who are the financial supporters of the Customized Export Development Training Program?

Customized Export Development Training Program is funded by Ontario's North Economic Development Corporation

What are Customized Export Development Training Program's eligibility criterias?

Eligible applicants include export-ready small and medium enterprises, industry associations, and not-for-profit organizations from Northern Ontario. Projects should focus on areas such as strategic export planning, sales, operations, marketing, and cultural awareness. Applications are accepted on a first-come, first-served basis, subject to funding availability.

Customized Export Development Training Program

Last Update: January 24, 2025

ON, Canada

Funding for export expertise, training and planning

Customized Export Development Training Program at a glance

Eligible Funding

Max. $10,000
Up to 50% of project cost

Timeline

Open Date : June 22, 2023
Closing date : September 29, 2023

Financing Type

Grant and Funding

Eligible Industries

Mining, quarrying, and oil and gas extraction
Manufacturing
Transportation and warehousing
Information and cultural industries

Grant Providers

Ontario's North Economic Development Corporation

Status

Closed

Overview of the Customized Export Development Training Program program

Access up to $21,000 to cover up to 70% of eligible project costs for your export ready company to hire the services of a qualified expert(s) to enhance your export performance through training and/or strategic planning activities.

Financing terms and conditions

The Customized Export Development Training Program provides financial support for hiring training or planning experts to enhance export operations. It is designed to optimize company strategies through various practical and managerial improvements.

Funding covers up to 70% of the project costs, with a maximum contribution of $21,000.

Eligible projects & activities

The Customized Export Development Training Program enables businesses to optimize their export operations by hiring training or planning experts. These initiatives aim to enhance strategic planning and operational efficiency in various business areas.

Strategic export planning.
Sales skills and performance management.
Operations and productivity improvement, such as implementing LEAN methodologies.
Procurement, inventory, and supply chain management.
Marketing strategies.
Channel development.
Cultural awareness training.

Examples of admissible projects:

$ 14,000

Conducting customized sales training for export teams

$ 17,500

Participating in European tech trade shows to promote Toronto startups

$ 19,600

Developing a digital marketing campaign for exporting Canadian Rockies tourism

$ 21,000

Hosting a trade mission to attract buyers from Japan to Thunder Bay

$ 15,400

Launching an export marketing campaign for Canadian honey in Mexico City

$ 14,700

Developing a strategic plan for exporting Quebec maple products to China

Eligibility criteria of the Customized Export Development Training Program program

Eligibility for the Northern Ontario Exports Program's Trade Mission Support is based on specific criteria.

The applicant must be an ONEDC municipality, trade association, or not-for-profit organization representing exporting sectors and companies in Northern Ontario.
The organization should aim to connect with buyers in specific export markets.
The applicant must organize or host inbound visits by foreign buyers or lead multi-party missions to target markets outside of Ontario.

Who is eligible?

The Northern Ontario Exports Program is open to export-ready small and medium enterprises (SMEs), industry associations, and not-for-profit organizations based in Northern Ontario. Specifically, for the Trade Mission Support Program, eligible applicants include ONEDC municipalities, trade associations, or not-for-profits representing exporting sectors and companies in Northern Ontario. These entities must be seeking to connect with buyers in specific export markets and facilitate face-to-face interactions between Northern Ontario SMEs and prospective buyers.

Eligible expenses

The Northern Ontario Exports Program aims to support the expansion of business ventures in global markets through the Trade Mission Support Program. Eligible projects focus on facilitating significant interactions between Northern Ontario SMEs and international buyers.

Organizing and hosting inbound visits by foreign buyers or their representatives.
Leading multi-party missions to target markets outside Ontario.
Coordinated group participation in new domestic and in-market events, including trade shows.

Eligible geographic areas

This grant is designed for companies operating within the Northern Ontario region. The eligible areas for this grant reflect the geographical focus of the program's funding bodies.

Companies and organizations located in Northern Ontario.

Eligibility criteria of the Customized Export Development Training Program program

The grant has evaluation and selection criteria. The program evaluates applications based on the following criteria:

Relevance of the project to the program objectives
Quality and feasibility of the project proposal
Demonstrated need and potential impact of the project
Capacity of the applicant to successfully execute the project
Alignment with export readiness and market development goals

How to apply to the Customized Export Development Training Program program

Contact the Program Manager

Email Jenni Myllynen at [email protected] to request an application form and additional details about the program.
Alternatively, call 705-674-4455 x4428 for further assistance or clarification regarding the program requirements.

Complete the Application Form

Fill out the application form with the required details about your organization and the proposed project.
Ensure all sections of the form are completed accurately and comprehensively.

Prepare Supporting Documents

Gather necessary documents such as project plans, budgets, and any other required materials as specified in the application form.

Submit the Application

Compile the completed application form and supporting documents.
Submit the application and documents through the method specified by the Program Manager (e.g., email or mail).

Application Confirmation

Await confirmation from the Northern Ontario Exports Program acknowledging receipt of your application.
Keep a copy of all submitted documents for your records.

Additional information

Here are additional relevant details for this grant:

Applicants are encouraged to apply promptly due to the first-come, first-served basis of application assessment and approval.
The Northern Ontario Exports Program is managed by Ontario’s North Economic Development Corporation, supported by FedNor and the Northern Ontario Heritage Fund Corporation.
Jenni Myllynen is the Program Manager and primary contact for inquiries about the Trade Mission Support Program.
Nicolas Mora serves as the Technical Coordinator for further technical assistance.