EDC Trade Impact Program

Q: How much funding can be received?

There is no informations about how much funding can be received.

Q: What is the deadline to apply?

The deadline to apply is not specified.

Q: Is the EDC Trade Impact Program a grant, loan, or tax credit?

EDC Trade Impact Program is a Grant and Funding

Q: Who are the financial supporters of the EDC Trade Impact Program?

EDC Trade Impact Program is funded by Export Development Canada (EDC)

Q: Who is eligible for the EDC Trade Impact Program program?

To be eligible for the EDC Trade Impact Program program, you must: • The applicant must be a Canadian exporter or a company that supplies exporters.

Q: Who can I contact for more information about the EDC Trade Impact Program?

You can contact Export Development Canada (EDC) or by phone at 1-800-229-0575.

Q: Where is the EDC Trade Impact Program available?

The EDC Trade Impact Program program is available across Canada.

Last Update: July 22, 2025

Canada

Supports Canadian exporters with comprehensive financial solutions

At a glance

Eligible Funding

No Condition

Timeline

Unspecified

Financing Type

Grant and Funding

Eligible Industries

All industries

Funds Providers

Unspecified

Program status

Open

Overview

The EDC Trade Impact Program provides up to $5 billion in support to Canadian exporters and companies supplying exporters, helping them navigate economic challenges. Eligible activities include export credit insurance, foreign exchange risk management, working capital access, and global expansion financing.

Financing terms and conditions

Access to $5 billion in additional funding capacity over two years to support Canadian exporters and investors.
Trade credit insurance is available to protect against foreign buyer non-payment.
Currency risk management solutions to mitigate the impact of foreign exchange fluctuations.
Access to increased working capital through EDC guarantees that share financial institutions' risks.
Financing solutions to support capacity enhancement, market expansion, or foreign company acquisition.
Adaptability of support measures to respond to fluid trade conditions.

Activities funded

Examples of admissible projects:

$ 12,000

Launching a mental health awareness campaign for teens

$ 15,000

Creating an inclusive art program for differently-abled individuals

$ 10,000

Establishing a digital literacy program for seniors

$ 15,000

Implementing a solar panel installation program for small businesses

$ 8,000

Developing a community garden to promote local food security

Eligibility

The applicant must be a Canadian exporter.
The company must supply exporters.

Who is eligible?

Canadian exporters
Companies that supply Canadian exporters

Eligible expenses

Protection against losses due to non-payment from foreign buyers.
Solutions for mitigating risks associated with foreign exchange fluctuations.
Access to increased working capital for managing cash flow and growth operations.
Financing solutions to enable global expansion or foreign company acquisition.

How to apply

Initial Contact

Contact an EDC export advisor through the Export Help Hub or by calling 1-800-229-0575.

Eligibility Assessment

New to EDC? Take a quick assessment on their website to determine eligibility.
If already an EDC customer, reach out to your EDC relationship manager for guidance.

Application Preparation

Gather necessary documentation detailing your company's export activities and financial needs.

Application Submission

Submit your application through the specified EDC channels as instructed by your EDC advisor or relationship manager.

Follow-Up

Maintain contact with the EDC to stay informed about your application's status.

Additional information

The EDC Trade Impact Program has already allocated $5 billion in additional capacity.
EDC trade credit insurance is available to protect against foreign buyer non-payment losses.
There are solutions offered to manage and mitigate foreign exchange risk.
Access to more working capital is facilitated through EDC guarantees.
EDC financing aids in increasing trade capacity and market expansion.
A U.S. market intelligence hub has been introduced for insights into Canada's largest export market.
An Export Help Hub is available for connecting with an export advisor.
A quick assessment tool is available for new EDC customers to evaluate potential support benefits.

Contacts

1-800-229-0575

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Frequently Asked Questions about the EDC Trade Impact Program Program

Here are answers to the most common questions about the EDC Trade Impact 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.