How much funding can be received?

Funds up to 90000% of admissible expenses.

What is the deadline to apply?

The deadline to apply is not specified.

Who are the financial supporters of the Export Marketing Assistance Program?

Export Marketing Assistance Program is funded by Ontario's North Economic Development Corporation

What are Export Marketing Assistance Program's eligibility criterias?

The company must be export-ready. The company should belong to sectors such as mining, forestry, manufacturing, biotechnology, transportation, renewable energy, digital economy, or consumer-packaged goods. The company must be located in Northern Ontario.

Export Marketing Assistance Program

Last Update: January 24, 2025

ON, Canada

Funding for export-focused activities

Export Marketing Assistance Program at a glance

Eligible Funding

Max. $90,000

Timeline

Continuous Intakes

Financing Type

Grant and Funding

Eligible Industries

Mining, quarrying, and oil and gas extraction
Manufacturing

Grant Providers

Ontario's North Economic Development Corporation

Status

Open

Overview of the Export Marketing Assistance Program program

Access up to $10,000 to cover up to 50% of project costs for new export-focused marketing and in-market business development activities.

Financing terms and conditions

This grant offers clear financing modalities aimed at facilitating the export marketing efforts of Northern Ontario SMEs and organizations. These modalities provide partial funding support to encourage marketing activities in new markets.

Co-financing of up to 50% of total project costs, with a maximum support of $10,000 for export marketing initiatives.
Reimbursement for eligible expenses such as market research, marketing materials development, and participation in trade events.
Funding is contingent upon the provision of detailed project costs and objectives.
Approval of applications on a first-come, first-served basis, subject to fund availability.
Limited total funding, emphasizing timely application submission.

Eligible projects & activities

The Export Marketing Assistance (EMA) Program supports projects that enhance export-focused marketing and business development in new markets. Eligible activities aim to strengthen international business presence and improve market intelligence for Northern Ontario companies.

Conducting market research, in-market intelligence, and matchmaking.
Developing traditional and digital marketing materials, website content, and SEO.
Participating in trade shows and trade missions.
Tailoring product labelling.
Securing product certification and intellectual property protection.

Examples of admissible projects:

$ 5,000

Organizing a trade mission to Latin America to explore new markets for renewable energy solutions

$ 5,000

Participating in a European trade show to introduce organic beauty products

$ 5,000

Developing a digital marketing campaign for exporting Canadian maple syrup to Europe

$ 5,000

Conducting a market research study to evaluate potential in the Asian market for eco-friendly packaging solutions

$ 5,000

Launching a new export-focused e-commerce platform for local artisans

$ 5,000

Hosting an international conference to attract foreign investors for biotech innovations

Eligibility criteria of the Export Marketing Assistance Program program

Eligibility for the Northern Ontario Exports Program is determined by specific criteria related to the nature of the organization and its connection to export markets.

The applicant must be an ONEDC municipality, trade association, or not-for-profit organization.
Organizations must represent exporting sectors and companies in Northern Ontario.
Applicants should be looking to connect with buyers in specific export markets.

Who is eligible?

The Northern Ontario Exports Program is intended for small and medium enterprises (SMEs), industry associations, and not-for-profit organizations in Northern Ontario that are export-ready and operating in sectors such as mining, forestry, manufacturing, fabrication, biotechnology, transportation, renewable energy, digital economy, and consumer-packaged goods. Additionally, the Trade Mission Support Program specifically targets ONEDC municipalities, trade associations, or not-for-profits that represent exporting sectors and companies in Northern Ontario and are looking to connect with foreign buyers.

Eligible expenses

This grant offers support for multiple export-building initiatives aimed at expanding the reach of businesses and organizations from Northern Ontario into new international markets. The projects encouraged under this program focus on fostering export connections, marketing efforts, and operational improvements.

Organizing and hosting inbound visits by foreign buyers or their representatives.
Leading multi-party missions to target markets outside of Ontario.
Conducting market research and gathering in-market intelligence.
Creating and developing marketing materials, both traditional and digital.
Participating in trade shows and trade missions.
Tailoring product labelling for different markets.
Securing product certification and intellectual property protection.
Hiring training or planning experts for strategic export planning and sales skills improvement.
Enhancing operations and productivity through processes such as LEAN.
Improving procurement, inventory, and supply chain management.
Marketing and channel development.
Building cultural awareness to better engage with international markets.

Eligible geographic areas

This grant is available to companies located in specific geographical areas determined by the funding body. The eligible areas are focused within Northern Ontario.

Companies operating in Northern Ontario.
Entities representing exporting sectors in Northern Ontario.

Eligibility criteria of the Export Marketing Assistance Program program

The Northern Ontario Exports Program has evaluation and selection criteria for its grants. The assessments are based on several key factors.

Eligibility of the applicant and project
Relevance of the project to export development
Demonstrated need for financial assistance
Clarity and feasibility of the project plan
Potential impact on export growth and market expansion

How to apply to the Export Marketing Assistance Program program

Contact Program Manager

Email or call Jenni Myllynen, the Program Manager, at or 705-674-4455 x4428 to request the application form and further information.

Complete Application Form

Fill out the application form with all required details concerning your organization and the intended project.
Ensure all sections are thoroughly completed to avoid delays in processing.

Prepare Supporting Documents

Gather and prepare all necessary supporting documents required by the program, which may include budgets, project plans, or proof of eligibility.

Submit Application

Send the completed application form along with all supporting documents to the designated program contact.
Ensure submission is done promptly, as applications are assessed on a first-come, first-served basis.

Await Confirmation

Wait for a confirmation from the program office acknowledging the receipt of your application.
Retain any confirmation details provided for future reference.

Additional information

Here are additional relevant details for this grant:

The maximum support available for projects under the Trade Mission Support Program and the Export Marketing Assistance Program is fixed at $10,000.
The Customized Export Development Training Program provides up to $21,000 or 70% of project costs.
Funding for the programs is limited and assessed on a first-come, first-served basis.
The Northern Ontario Exports Program is funded by FedNor and the Northern Ontario Heritage Fund Corporation (NOHFC).
Contact information is provided for the Program Manager and Technical Coordinator for more personalized assistance.