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Last Update: April 9, 2026
Funding available
$ 25,000,000
Timeline
- Open continuously
Location
Canada
Overview
EDC provides financing support so international buyers can purchase Canadian goods and services. Up to $25 million is available through partner financing or direct EDC financing for larger transactions.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Develop strategic partnerships
- Access new markets
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 25,000,000 $
Timeline
- Open continuously
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Manufacturing
- Wholesale trade
Location
- Canada
Legal structures
- For-profit business
Annual revenue
- $ 10,000,000 minimum revenue
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Canadians
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Financing international buyers to purchase Canadian goods and services.
- Direct lending to international buyers.
- Buyer financing through approved financial partners.
Documents Needed
- Export contract
- Buyer credit information
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Canadian exporters.
- International buyers of Canadian goods and services.
- Approved financial institutions.
Who is not eligible
- Buyers that do not meet EDC credit or ESG criteria.
- Transactions that do not meet EDC requirements.
- Markets where EDC does not offer support due to country risk.
Eligible geographic areas
- Canada
- International markets
Processing and Agreement
- EDC reviews the export contract and buyer information.
- EDC assesses the deal, buyer details, and transaction structure.
- For smaller deals, a financial partner may manage the buyer relationship with EDC support.
- If approved, the buyer receives financing and the exporter is paid upfront.
Additional information
- Available through direct loans or approved financial institutions.
- EDC assesses each transaction individually.
- Support may vary by country due to country risk review.
Documents and links
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the EDC — Buyer financing Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the EDC — Buyer financing. This section explains what the program is, how much funding is available, eligibility requirements, application deadlines, and other important details to help you determine if this grant is right for your business.
What is the EDC — Buyer financing?
EDC provides financing support so international buyers can purchase Canadian goods and services. Up to $25 million is available through partner financing or direct EDC financing for larger transactions.
How much funding can be received?
EDC — Buyer financing Funds up to $25,000,000 of admissible expenses.
Who is eligible for the EDC — Buyer financing program?
To be eligible for the EDC — Buyer financing program, you must:
Export contract and buyer credit info required.
Buyer must meet credit and ESG requirements.
Transaction must be commercially viable.
What expenses are eligible under EDC — Buyer financing?
Financing international buyers to purchase Canadian goods and services.
Direct lending to international buyers.
Buyer financing through approved financial partners.
Who can I contact for more information about the EDC — Buyer financing?
You can contact Export Development Canada (EDC) by email at none or by phone at 1-800-229-0575.
Where is the EDC — Buyer financing available?
The EDC — Buyer financing program is available across Canada.
Is the EDC — Buyer financing a grant, loan, or tax credit?
EDC — Buyer financing is a Loans and Capital investments