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Last Update: May 13, 2026
Funding available
Varies by project
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Location
Canada
Overview
The program allows qualified companies to import or acquire goods in Canada without paying GST/HST on eligible purchases of $1,000 or more, as long as the goods are later exported. It supports export-oriented businesses involved in limited-value processing, distribution, disassembly, or reassembly.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Improve governance or administrative structure
- Increase production or service capacity
- Increase operational productivity
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Manufacturing
- Wholesale trade
- Transportation and warehousing
Location
- Canada
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
- Importing and acquiring goods for export-oriented distribution.
- Limited processing, including disassembling and reassembling goods.
- Storing, testing, inspecting, labelling, and packing goods.
Documents Needed
- GST Form 528, Authorization to Use an Export Distribution Centre.
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Export-oriented businesses.
- GST/HST registrants.
- Companies that import or acquire goods in Canada.
Who is not eligible
- Companies that produce or manufacture new products for export.
- Businesses with less than 90% export sales.
- Businesses that substantially alter goods.
Eligible expenses
- GST/HST on imported goods.
- GST/HST on domestic purchases of goods worth $1,000 or more.
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- GST/HST on goods that do not meet the program conditions.
- Activities involving producing or manufacturing new products for export.
Eligible geographic areas
- Canada
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are reviewed by the Canada Revenue Agency.
- If approved, the applicant is notified in writing.
- An authorization number is issued for program use.
- Authorization must be renewed every three years.
Additional information
- EDCP authorization must be renewed every three years.
- Applicants receive a written notice with the effective and expiry dates if approved.
- An EDCP authorization number is issued for tax-free purchases or imports.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Export Distribution Centre Program Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the Export Distribution Centre 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.
What is the Export Distribution Centre Program?
The program allows qualified companies to import or acquire goods in Canada without paying GST/HST on eligible purchases of $1,000 or more, as long as the goods are later exported. It supports export-oriented businesses involved in limited-value processing, distribution, disassembly, or reassembly.
Who is eligible for the Export Distribution Centre Program program?
To be eligible for the Export Distribution Centre Program program, you must:
GST/HST registrant.
90% export sales.
Limited processing only.
What expenses are eligible under Export Distribution Centre Program?
Importing and acquiring goods for export-oriented distribution.
Limited processing, including disassembling and reassembling goods.
Storing, testing, inspecting, labelling, and packing goods.
Who can I contact for more information about the Export Distribution Centre Program?
You can contact Government of Canada by email at none or by phone at 613-952-8810.
Where is the Export Distribution Centre Program available?
The Export Distribution Centre Program program is available across Canada.
Is the Export Distribution Centre Program a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Export Distribution Centre Program is a Other Support
Who are the financial supporters of the Export Distribution Centre Program?
Export Distribution Centre Program is funded by Government of Canada