EDC — Export Help Hub
Last Update: July 29, 2025
Canada
Expert advice to expand internationally
EDC — Export Help Hub at a glance
Eligible Funding
- No Condition
Timeline
- Continuous Intakes
Financing Type
Expert Advice
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Grant Providers
- Export Development Canada (EDC)
- Government of Canada
Program status
Open
Overview of the EDC — Export Help Hub program
Find the trade information you need from export advisors, in order to grow your business in new markets such as the U.S., European Union and Mexico. Get answers to questions about customs, financing, paying taxes and more.
Eligible projects & activities
- Expansion of Canadian businesses into international markets.
- Development of export strategies and market entry plans.
- Market research and analysis for global growth opportunities.
- Risk assessment and mitigation for international business activities.
- Access to expert guidance and resources for exporting to specific countries.
Examples of admissible projects:
$ 30,000
Launching a marketing campaign to promote eco-friendly products in the EU market
$ 35,000
Conducting R&D to develop a new agricultural product for the US market
$ 20,000
Establishing a training program for employees on international trade regulations in Mexico
$ 50,000
Developing a custom logistics software to streamline cross-border trade with the US
Eligibility criteria of the EDC — Export Help Hub program
- The applicant must be a Canadian company seeking to expand or operate in international markets.
- Access is available to Canadian entrepreneurs registered through MyEDC.
Who is eligible?
- Canadian companies seeking to expand internationally
Who is not eligible
There are specific types of companies that may not be eligible for this grant:
- Non-profit organizations
- Government entities
- Individual sole proprietors
Eligible expenses
This grant supports Canadian businesses in their international expansion efforts through strategic planning and resource acquisition. Eligible projects are activities that aim to enhance business competitiveness and mitigate risks in foreign markets.
- Developing a comprehensive international market entry strategy.
- Conducting in-depth market research to understand competitors and consumer preferences.
- Engaging with local partners and building networks in target markets.
- Utilizing government and private sector resources for business expansion initiatives.
- Implementing strategies to reduce costs and increase efficiency in international transactions.
Eligible geographic areas
- Canadian companies
Eligibility criteria of the EDC — Export Help Hub program
The evaluation and selection criteria for this grant are based on the following:
- Demonstrated financial need and impact of the project on business growth
- Alignment with the grant's objectives and priorities
- Feasibility and innovation of the proposed project
- Evidence of organizational capacity to successfully execute the project
How to apply to the EDC — Export Help Hub program
1
Research the eligibility criteria for the grant
2
Prepare all required documentation and information
3
Complete the application form accurately
4
Submit the application before the deadline
Additional information
- All resources and advisory services offered by the Export Help Hub are free of charge to Canadian entrepreneurs.
- The Export Help Hub provides up-to-date information and expert guidance tailored to real questions from Canadian businesses.
- Personalized support from EDC’s export advisors is readily accessible through the platform for specific inquiries.
- MyEDC users benefit from one-click access to a wide array of international market insights, tools, and webinars.
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