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Export Market Access Program (EMAP)
Money to enhance export marketing for Prince Edward Island businesses
Last Update: March 3, 2026
Funding available
$ 5,000 - $ 15,000
Timeline
- Open continuously
Location
Prince Edward Island, Canada
Overview
Get up to $15,000 to cover 45% of the costs of short-term projects relating to export strategy, planning and marketing activities.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Develop an online presence
- Develop workforce skills
- Access new markets
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 15,000 $
- Minimum amount : 5,000 $
- Up to 45% of project cost
Timeline
- Open continuously
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Location
- Prince Edward Island
Legal structures
- For-profit business
- Sole proprietorship
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Canadians
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
The Export Market Access Program (EMAP) supports small and medium-sized enterprises in expanding their market reach abroad. Eligible activities focus on enhancing marketing strategies and utilizing digital tools to improve export potential.
- Market research or export plan development.
- Lead generation activities and sales process mapping.
- Translation and paid online advertising campaigns.
- Integration of e-commerce functionality into existing platforms.
- Social media strategy development.
- Production of promotional videos.
- Print materials such as brochures.
- Construction or production of trade show booths.
- Professional or consulting fees for export growth activities.
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
The EMAP and E for E programs are open to SMEs with a Canada Revenue Agency Business Number, operating in Prince Edward Island, currently exporting or planning to start exporting. These programs exclude sectors such as retail/wholesale, real estate, government services, personal or social services, and softwood lumber. Moreover, while professional services like marketing firms or business coaches typically are not eligible, they may be considered if the project offers a unique and strategic economic opportunity for Atlantic Canada. Importantly, the businesses applying need to submit applications that demonstrate potential increases in sales outside of Canada.Who is not eligible
The Export Market Access Program and E-tools for Exporting Program include specific restrictions on company types and industries to align with program objectives. These exclusions help ensure funding supports strategic growth sectors in Prince Edward Island.
- Retail/wholesale businesses.
- Real estate companies.
- Government service providers.
- Personal or social service industries.
- Softwood lumber sector businesses.
- Professional services such as marketing firms, creative agencies, business coaches, and fitness coaches, unless the project offers a unique strategic opportunity with economic benefits for Atlantic Canada.
Eligible expenses
This grant offers funding opportunities for SMEs in Prince Edward Island to enhance their export activities. Eligible projects focus on strategies and tools that promote Canadian products in international markets.
- Market research or export plan development.
- Lead generation activities.
- Sales activities, including mapping the sales process and creating a sales playbook.
- Translation services.
- Search Engine Optimization (SEO) implementation.
- Paid online advertising campaigns.
- Integration of e-commerce functionality.
- Development of a social media strategy.
- Creation of promotional videos.
- Training, coaching, or mentoring on eligible export growth activities.
- Professional/consulting fees for undertaking eligible activities.
Eligible geographic areas
This grant is exclusively available to businesses operating within specific geographical areas in Canada. Eligible companies must be based in regions targeted by the program's objectives and funding support.
- Companies operating in Prince Edward Island.
Additional information
Here are additional relevant details for this grant:
- It is the responsibility of the applicant to ensure satisfactory completion of work by consultants.
- Applicants cannot make any financial commitments before submitting the application, as pre-incurred costs are ineligible.
- Projects must demonstrate incrementality, going beyond core activities and producing incremental results.
- Applications are evaluated based on the business case and potential economic impact, with alignment to the Atlantic Growth Strategy prioritized.
- Projects typically take 3 to 4 months to complete, with promotional campaigns lasting up to 6 months.
Frequently Asked Questions about the Export Market Access Program (EMAP) Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the Export Market Access Program (EMAP). 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 Market Access Program (EMAP)?
Get up to $15,000 to cover 45% of the costs of short-term projects relating to export strategy, planning and marketing activities.
How much funding can be received?
Export Market Access Program (EMAP) Funds up to 45% of admissible expenses, capped at $15,000 per project.
Who is eligible for the Export Market Access Program (EMAP) program?
To be eligible for the Export Market Access Program (EMAP) program, you must:
The applicant must be an SME with a Canada Revenue Agency Business Number.
The business must operate in Prince Edward Island and be currently exporting or planning to start exporting.
The business must not fall within excluded sectors such as retail/wholesale, real estate, government services, personal or social services, and softwood lumber.
What expenses are eligible under Export Market Access Program (EMAP)?
The Export Market Access Program (EMAP) supports small and medium-sized enterprises in expanding their market reach abroad. Eligible activities focus on enhancing marketing strategies and utilizing digital tools to improve export potential. Market research or export plan development.
Lead generation activities and sales process mapping.
Translation and paid online advertising campaigns.
Integration of e-commerce functionality into existing platforms.
Social media strategy development.
Production of promotional videos.
Print materials such as brochures.
Construction or production of trade show booths.
Professional or consulting fees for export growth activities.
Where is the Export Market Access Program (EMAP) available?
The Export Market Access Program (EMAP) program is available the province of Prince Edward Island.
Is the Export Market Access Program (EMAP) a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Export Market Access Program (EMAP) is a Grant and Funding
Who are the financial supporters of the Export Market Access Program (EMAP)?
Export Market Access Program (EMAP) is funded by LearnSphere