Export Funding NB
NB, Canada
Money to enhance export marketing for New Brunswick businesses
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Grant and Funding
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- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
- Mining, quarrying, and oil and gas extraction
- Utilities
- Construction
- Manufacturing
- Wholesale trade
- Transportation and warehousing
- Information and cultural industries
- Finance and insurance
- Professional, scientific and technical services
- Administrative and support, waste management and remediation services
- Educational services
- Health care and social assistance
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
- Accommodation and food services
- Other services (except public administration)
- Public administration
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- LearnSphere
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Get up to $15,000 to cover 65% of the costs of short-term projects relating to export strategy, planning and marketing activities.
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There are several activities eligible for the Export Funding NB grant:
- Market research or export plan development
- Lead generation activities
- Sales activities, including mapping the sales process
- Design of marketing materials such as brochures, banners for trade show booths
- Export focused website additions
- Integration of e-commerce functionality
- Search Engine Optimization (SEO)
- Translation
- Paid online advertising campaign
- Social media strategy
- Videos
- Training, coaching, or mentoring on any of the above
- Other activities that support export growth; please discuss with LearnSphere
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$11,700
Toronto
Develop a social media strategy for export growth.
$9,750
Montreal
Design marketing materials for a trade show booth.
$13,000
Vancouver
Develop an export plan targeting the European market.
$10,400
Calgary
Create SEO optimized website additions for export markets.
$12,350
Ottawa
Execute a video marketing campaign for product exports.
$11,050
Halifax
Generate leads through paid online advertising campaigns.
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Eligibility Criteria:
- Head Office must be registered and operating in New Brunswick
- Must be exporting or planning to export
- Must have a Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) business number
- Applicants must demonstrate an increase in revenue, profit, or workforce in the past two years
- Proposed activities must aim to improve export performance
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There are eligible types of companies for the Export Funding New Brunswick Program. Eligible companies must have their Head Office registered and operating in New Brunswick, be exporting or planning to export, and have a Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) business number.
- Companies with Head Office registered and operating in New Brunswick
- Companies exporting or planning to export
- Companies with a Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) business number
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There are specific types of companies that are not eligible for this grant:
- Retail/wholesale
- Real estate
- Government services
- Personal or social services
- Softwood lumber
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There are eligible expenses for this grant.
- Market research or export plan development
- Lead generation activities
- Sales activities, including mapping the sales process
- Design of marketing materials such as brochures, banners for trade show booths
- Export focused website additions
- Integration of e-commerce functionality
- Search Engine Optimization (SEO)
- Translation
- Paid online advertising campaign
- Social media strategy
- Videos
- Training, coaching, or mentoring on any of the above
- Other activities that support export growth; please discuss with LearnSphere
- Professional/consulting fees to undertake activities
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Professional services such as marketing firms, creative agencies, business or fitness coaches are generally not considered eligible applicants; however, they may be considered if the project represents a unique and/or strategic opportunity with potential economic benefit to NB.
- Retail/Wholesale companies
- Real estate companies
- Government services providers
- Personal or social services providers
- Softwood lumber companies
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There are evaluation and selection criteria for the Export Funding New Brunswick Program:
- Applicants must demonstrate an increase in revenue, profit, or workforce in the past two years and that the proposed activity will improve export performance.
- Applications demonstrating the highest potential for economic impact to the province will be given priority.
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- Step 1: Complete the online application form, demonstrating compliance with the program's objective and guidelines
- Step 2: Once the application form, consultant proposal(s), and supporting documents are submitted, await evaluation outcome
- Step 3: If approved, a contract will be issued between LearnSphere and the company for the project
- Step 4: Select the consultant(s) to work with, ensuring their fees are at fair market value and satisfactory work is completed
- Step 5: Cash flow 100% of project costs and submit a claim for reimbursement after completing the project
Apply to this program
Export Funding New Brunswick Program
Unlocking Opportunities for New Brunswick SMEs
The Export Funding New Brunswick Program, managed by LearnSphere, offers financial assistance to New Brunswick SMEs aiming to expand sales beyond the province. This comprehensive program covers a wide range of activities such as market research, lead generation, sales strategies, digital marketing, coaching, and more.
Eligible applicants must have their Head Office registered in New Brunswick, be exporting or planning to export, and possess a CRA business number. The program aims to enhance export performance and economic growth by supporting incremental activities that drive revenue, profit, and workforce expansion.
Through a reimbursement model, successful applicants can receive up to 65% of eligible costs, with a maximum contribution of $15,000. Projects must be completed within a six-month period, and all costs must be covered upfront by the applicant. The evaluation process prioritizes projects with high potential for economic impact on the province.
From market research and strategic planning to digital advertising and e-commerce integration, the Export Funding NB Program equips New Brunswick businesses with the resources to thrive in global markets. By leveraging this funding opportunity, SMEs can unlock new growth opportunities and establish themselves as competitive players in the international arena.