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EDC — Structured and Project Finance
Financing for large-scale global projects
Latest source updateLast Update: May 11, 2026Latest change: Structured and Project Finance now shows expanded program guidance, including clearer eligibility, application steps, and contact details.View change
Latest source update
Last Update: May 11, 2026
Latest change: Structured and Project Finance now shows expanded program guidance, including clearer eligibility, application steps, and contact details.
Structured and Project Finance updated
Structured and Project Finance now presents expanded program guidance instead of the brief summary previously shown. The page adds clearer eligibility-style criteria, a more detailed application path, and updated contact options, while also broadening the description of the projects and sectors it serves. The funding terms appear to have changed only slightly, but the overall scope now emphasizes larger capital-intensive projects and more specific project-finance criteria. No new program dates or deadlines were visible.
Funding available
Varies by project
Deadline
Open continuously
Location
Canada
Overview
EDC provides limited recourse financing for complex, capital-intensive global projects. It supports large projects in infrastructure, energy, utilities, extractive and industrial sectors that demonstrate clear economic benefits to Canada.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Develop an online presence
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
- Limited recourse financing for long-term, capital-intensive projects.
- Structured financing for large-scale global projects and transactions.
- Projects in infrastructure, energy, utilities, extractive and industrial sectors.
Official resources
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Canadian exporters.
- Canadian investors.
- Businesses in extractive, power, utilities, infrastructure and industrial sectors.
Eligible geographic areas
- Canada.
- International markets outside Canada.
Selection criteria
- Costs over C$50 million and expected EBITDA above C$10 million.
- Clear economic benefits to Canada.
- Experienced management team with a proven track record.
- Commercially viable plan with strong risk controls.
- Positive or neutral environmental and social impact.
How to apply
- Step 1: Project readiness
- Complete key engineering, permitting, and early financing milestones.
- Commit equity to the project.
- Step 2: Due diligence
- Provide the required assessments and reports.
- EDC reviews the project’s technical, financial, legal, KYC, environmental, and social factors.
- Step 3: Loan setup
- EDC structures the loan if the project meets due diligence requirements.
- Complete the required financing agreements.
Processing and Agreement
- EDC reviews the project’s due diligence materials and assesses technical, financial, legal, environmental, social, KYC, and insurance factors.
- If the project meets due diligence requirements, EDC structures the loan and completes the financing agreements.
- Final approval from EDC management is required for the credit risk assessment and financing structure.
Additional information
- EDC offers tailored financing and advisory support.
- The program uses limited recourse financing.
- Applicants are connected with a financing expert for eligibility review.
Frequently Asked Questions about the EDC — Structured and Project Finance Program
What is the EDC — Structured and Project Finance?
EDC provides limited recourse financing for complex, capital-intensive global projects. It supports large projects in infrastructure, energy, utilities, extractive and industrial sectors that demonstrate clear economic benefits to Canada.
Who is eligible for the EDC — Structured and Project Finance program?
To be eligible for the EDC — Structured and Project Finance program, you must:
Project revenues above $50 million.
Export activities outside Canada.
Large-scale global project.
What expenses are eligible under EDC — Structured and Project Finance?
Limited recourse financing for long-term, capital-intensive projects.
Structured financing for large-scale global projects and transactions.
Projects in infrastructure, energy, utilities, extractive and industrial sectors.
Who can I contact for more information about the EDC — Structured and Project Finance?
You can contact Export Development Canada (EDC).
Where is the EDC — Structured and Project Finance available?
The EDC — Structured and Project Finance program is available across Canada.
Is the EDC — Structured and Project Finance a grant, loan, or tax credit?
EDC — Structured and Project Finance is a Loans and Capital investments
Who are the financial supporters of the EDC — Structured and Project Finance?
EDC — Structured and Project Finance is funded by Export Development Canada (EDC)