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EDC — Foreign Exchange Facility Guarantee
Protects exporters against foreign exchange risk
Latest source updateLast Update: July 3, 2026Latest change: The Foreign Exchange Facility Guarantee page now shows full program guidance, including FX hedging explanations, a product inquiry form, and guarantee terms.View change
Latest source update
Last Update: July 3, 2026
Latest change: The Foreign Exchange Facility Guarantee page now shows full program guidance, including FX hedging explanations, a product inquiry form, and guarantee terms.
Foreign Exchange Facility Guarantee content updated
The Foreign Exchange Facility Guarantee content now shows a full FX guidance page instead of only privacy/cookie text. It describes hedging instruments, the EDC FXG, and a product inquiry form with a phone number and online question link. The page also adds material funding-condition details: EDC says the FXG provides a 100% guarantee of the collateral required by the financial institution, and that FX contracts can be booked for up to three years.
Funding available
Varies by project
Deadline
Open continuously
Location
Canada
Who can apply
Registered Canadian companies that meet EDC’s definition of an exporter.
See full eligibility
Overview
EDC’s Foreign Exchange Facility Guarantee helps exporters manage foreign exchange risk while protecting working capital. It covers the collateral requirements of FX contracts and supports longer contracts of up to three years.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Strengthen organizational capacity
- Access new markets
- Raise awareness or mobilize a population
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Funds Providers
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Location
- Canada
Legal structures
- For-profit business
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Canadians
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Foreign exchange risk management through FX hedging instruments.
- Use of forward contracts, currency options, spot rates, and currency swaps.
Official resources
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Registered Canadian companies that meet EDC’s definition of an exporter.
- Companies with a business banking relationship with a Canadian financial institution.
- Companies that have or are considering an FX contract or other hedging instrument with their financial institution.
Eligible expenses
- Collateral requirements for foreign exchange contracts.
Eligible geographic areas
- Canada
Selection criteria
- The company’s risk rating.
- The maximum length of contracts allowed under the FX facility.
How to apply
- Contact EDC or your financial institution to see if the FXG is a good fit for your business.
- Discuss your growth plans with EDC or your financial institution.
- EDC will work with you to review your hedging strategy.
- EDC will review the terms of your financial institution’s FX facility agreement, if you have one.
- EDC and your financial institution will work together to finalize the guarantee process.
Processing and Agreement
- EDC and the financial institution work together to finalize the guarantee process.
- EDC provides a guarantee to the financial institution on the borrowed money.
- The financial institution can use the guarantee’s value instead of a margin deposit.
Additional information
- EDC determines eligibility based on company capabilities, hedging strategy, and the financial institution’s facility agreement.
- The guarantee may support longer FX contracts of up to three years.
- It can help reduce collateral needs for foreign exchange contracts.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the EDC — Foreign Exchange Facility Guarantee Program
What is the EDC — Foreign Exchange Facility Guarantee?
EDC’s Foreign Exchange Facility Guarantee helps exporters manage foreign exchange risk while protecting working capital. It covers the collateral requirements of FX contracts and supports longer contracts of up to three years.
Who is eligible for the EDC — Foreign Exchange Facility Guarantee program?
To be eligible for the EDC — Foreign Exchange Facility Guarantee program, you must:
The applicant must be a registered Canadian company.
The applicant must meet EDC’s definition of an exporter.
The applicant must have a business banking relationship with a Canadian financial institution.
What expenses are eligible under EDC — Foreign Exchange Facility Guarantee?
Foreign exchange risk management through FX hedging instruments.
Use of forward contracts, currency options, spot rates, and currency swaps.
Who can I contact for more information about the EDC — Foreign Exchange Facility Guarantee?
You can contact Export Development Canada (EDC) or by phone at 1-800-229-0575.
Where is the EDC — Foreign Exchange Facility Guarantee available?
The EDC — Foreign Exchange Facility Guarantee program is available across Canada.
Is the EDC — Foreign Exchange Facility Guarantee a grant, loan, or tax credit?
EDC — Foreign Exchange Facility Guarantee is a Loans and Capital investments
Who are the financial supporters of the EDC — Foreign Exchange Facility Guarantee?
EDC — Foreign Exchange Facility Guarantee is funded by Export Development Canada (EDC)