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EDC — Export Guarantee Program
Guarantee-backed working capital financing for exporters
Last Update: April 9, 2026
Funding available
$ 25,000,000
Timeline
- Open continuously
Location
Canada
Overview
The Export Guarantee Program provides guarantees of up to US$25 million to help businesses secure working capital financing through their financial institution. It supports cash flow, international expansion, equipment purchases, inventory positioning, and investments outside Canada.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Access new markets
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 25,000,000 $
Timeline
- Open continuously
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Manufacturing
- Wholesale trade
- Finance and insurance
Location
- Canada
Legal structures
- For-profit business
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- All groups
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Increasing working capital for day-to-day operations.
- Expanding sales into new markets.
- Buying equipment to support growth.
- Supporting investments outside Canada.
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Exporting businesses.
- Companies seeking financing through a financial institution.
Eligible expenses
- Working capital financing needs.
- Operating line increases and seasonal cash flow needs.
- Pre-shipment financing.
- Financing for equipment purchases and inventory.
- Borrowing support for international investments.
Processing and Agreement
- EDC reviews the company’s international sales history and lending arrangement.
- EDC assesses whether the program is the best option for the business.
- The financial institution must agree to the lending structure.
- The guarantee terms depend on the loan and financing profile.
Additional information
- The financing is provided through the applicant’s financial institution.
- EDC states the program may support working capital and international growth needs.
- Fees depend on the company’s credit rating, coverage duration, and financing amount.
- Total EGP exposure is capped at US$25 million.
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Frequently Asked Questions about the EDC — Export Guarantee Program Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the EDC — Export Guarantee Program. 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 — Export Guarantee Program?
The Export Guarantee Program provides guarantees of up to US$25 million to help businesses secure working capital financing through their financial institution. It supports cash flow, international expansion, equipment purchases, inventory positioning, and investments outside Canada.
How much funding can be received?
EDC — Export Guarantee Program Funds up to $25,000,000 of admissible expenses.
Who is eligible for the EDC — Export Guarantee Program program?
To be eligible for the EDC — Export Guarantee Program program, you must:
Financial institution support required
International sales history
Seeking business financing
What expenses are eligible under EDC — Export Guarantee Program?
Increasing working capital for day-to-day operations.
Expanding sales into new markets.
Buying equipment to support growth.
Supporting investments outside Canada.
Who can I contact for more information about the EDC — Export Guarantee Program?
You can contact Export Development Canada (EDC) by email at none or by phone at 1-800-229-0575.
Where is the EDC — Export Guarantee Program available?
The EDC — Export Guarantee Program program is available across Canada.
Is the EDC — Export Guarantee Program a grant, loan, or tax credit?
EDC — Export Guarantee Program is a Loans and Capital investments