Open
Last Update: May 1, 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 institutions.
Documents Needed
- Export contract
- Buyer credit information
Official resources
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Canadian exporters of goods and services.
- 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
Selection criteria
- Buyer credit rating.
- Transaction details.
- Environmental, social and governance practices.
- Other non-credit risks.
How to apply
1
Engage with EDC
- If you’re an existing customer, contact your EDC relationship manager to discuss potential Buyer Financing solutions.
- If you’re new to EDC, send a question through their web form or call EDC at 1-800-229-0575 to initiate the process.
2
Provide Necessary Documentation
- Submit a copy of your export contract that outlines the goods or services provided to the international buyer.
- Provide the credit information of the international buyer to EDC for assessment.
3
Assessment and Structuring
Work with EDC and your international buyer to determine the best financing structure tailored to the buyer’s needs.
4
Application Submission
After discussing with EDC and compiling necessary documentation and assessments, submit the formal application through the provided channels by EDC.
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.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the EDC — Buyer financing Program
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 qualify for financing.
Transaction must meet EDC requirements.
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 institutions.
Who can I contact for more information about the EDC — Buyer financing?
You can contact Export Development Canada (EDC) 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