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Source verified July 9, 2026
EDC Trade Impact Program
Supports Canadian exporters with comprehensive financial solutions
Funding available
Varies by project
Deadline
Open continuously
Location
Canada
Overview
The EDC Trade Impact Program provides an additional $5 billion over two years to support eligible Canadian exporters and companies that supply exporters. It helps with trade credit insurance, foreign exchange risk management, working capital guarantees, and financing for global expansion.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Develop strategic partnerships
- Access new markets
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
Official resources
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Canadian exporters
- Companies that supply 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
- Step 1: Initial Contact
- Contact an EDC export advisor through the Export Help Hub or by calling 1-800-229-0575.
- Step 2: 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.
- Step 3: Application Preparation
- Gather necessary documentation detailing your company's export activities and financial needs.
- Step 4: Application Submission
- Submit your application through the specified EDC channels as instructed by your EDC advisor or relationship manager.
- Step 5: 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
Frequently Asked Questions about the EDC Trade Impact Program Program
What is the EDC Trade Impact Program?
The EDC Trade Impact Program provides an additional $5 billion over two years to support eligible Canadian exporters and companies that supply exporters. It helps with trade credit insurance, foreign exchange risk management, working capital guarantees, and financing for global expansion.
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.
Who can I contact for more information about the EDC Trade Impact Program?
You can contact Export Development Canada (EDC) by email at none or by phone at 1-800-229-0575.
Where is the EDC Trade Impact Program available?
The EDC Trade Impact Program program is available across Canada.
Is the EDC Trade Impact Program a grant, loan, or tax credit?
EDC Trade Impact Program is a Loans and Capital investments
Who are the financial supporters of the EDC Trade Impact Program?
EDC Trade Impact Program is funded by Export Development Canada (EDC)