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EMAP/EforE PEI
Support for PEI SMEs expanding export marketing
Funding available
$ 15,000
Deadline
Open continuously
Location
Prince Edward Island, Canada
Overview
Financial support for PEI SMEs to strengthen export marketing and grow international sales. Funding can support eligible consulting and online marketing activities, with up to 65% of eligible costs to a maximum of $15,000.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Increase performance through digital transformation
- Develop strategic partnerships
- Develop an online presence
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 15,000 $
- Up to 65% of project cost
Funds Providers
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Location
- Prince Edward Island
Legal structures
- For-profit business
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- All groups
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Market research and export planning
- Lead generation and sales activities
- Export-focused website improvements and e-commerce integration
- SEO, digital advertising, social media strategy, translation, and videos
- Training, coaching, or mentoring related to export growth
Documents Needed
- Completed online application form
- Consultant proposal(s)
- Supporting documents
- Recent export market strategy, if requested for digital activities
Official resources
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- SMEs
- Businesses operating in Prince Edward Island
- Companies in most industry sectors
Who is not eligible
- Retail and wholesale businesses
- Real estate businesses
- Government services
- Personal or social services
- Softwood lumber businesses
Eligible expenses
- Professional and consulting fees for approved activities
- Online advertising costs
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Trade show participation costs
- Brochure printing
- Trade show booth production
- HST
- Consultant travel
Eligible geographic areas
- Prince Edward Island
Selection criteria
- Strength of the business case for the project
- Potential for economic impact in the region
- Alignment with the Atlantic Growth Strategy
How to apply
- Step 1: Prepare the application
- Complete the online application form.
- Show how the project meets the program objectives and guidelines.
- Gather consultant proposal(s) and supporting documents.
- Step 2: Submit the application
- Submit the online application package through the program portal.
- Include a proposal for each activity if using multiple consultants.
- Step 3: Await review
- LearnSphere reviews the submission after all documents are received.
- You are usually notified of the outcome within two weeks.
- Step 4: Sign the agreement if approved
- A contract is issued between LearnSphere and your company.
- Step 5: Complete the project and claim reimbursement
- Pay project costs as they are incurred.
- Submit a claim after the project is finished.
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are reviewed after the form and supporting documents are received.
- Applicants are usually notified of the outcome within two weeks.
- Approved applicants receive a contract with LearnSphere.
- A reimbursement claim must be submitted after project completion and accepted before payment is made.
Additional information
- Up to two projects per program phase.
- Projects must show incremental, new activity.
- Consultants must be at arm’s length.
- Applicants must identify all funding sources.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the EMAP/EforE PEI Program
What is the EMAP/EforE PEI?
Financial support for PEI SMEs to strengthen export marketing and grow international sales. Funding can support eligible consulting and online marketing activities, with up to 65% of eligible costs to a maximum of $15,000.
How much funding can be received?
EMAP/EforE PEI Funds up to 65% of admissible expenses, capped at $15,000 per project.
Who is eligible for the EMAP/EforE PEI program?
To be eligible for the EMAP/EforE PEI program, you must:
SME with a CRA Business Number
Operating in Prince Edward Island
Exporting or planning to export
What expenses are eligible under EMAP/EforE PEI?
Market research and export planning
Lead generation and sales activities
Export-focused website improvements and e-commerce integration
SEO, digital advertising, social media strategy, translation, and videos
Training, coaching, or mentoring related to export growth
Who can I contact for more information about the EMAP/EforE PEI?
You can contact LearnSphere by email at sally.marchand@learnsphere.ca.
Where is the EMAP/EforE PEI available?
The EMAP/EforE PEI program is available the province of Prince Edward Island.