Global Market Development Fund – Book

The eligibility criteria for the Global Market Development Fund – Book grant include: 1. Ontario-based companies in the book industry. 2. Must have a significant portion of their business activities related to creating, producing, and selling literary works. 3. Companies must be eligible for OAP funding, with a minimum of two years of operating history. 4. Must have a business number from the Canada Revenue Agency. 5. Companies must demonstrate that the project will result in market development for Ontario published literary works. 6. Project activities must occur outside of Canada and benefit Ontario companies in the book sector. 7. Participants must comply with the program's terms and conditions. For full eligibility requirements and details, please refer to the Ontario Creates Global Market Development Fund – Book Guidelines provided by the program.

- Applications will be evaluated based on the company's ability to address the objectives of the Global Market Development Fund - Book. - The selection process will consider the quality and feasibility of the proposed international activities, the potential impact on company growth, and the alignment with the program guidelines. - Financial considerations, such as the budget and cost-effectiveness of the proposed activities, will also be taken into account. - Overall, the evaluation and selection process will focus on the potential for measurable business and market development results from the proposed international activities.

To apply for the Global Market Development Fund - Book grant, follow these steps: 1. Review the program guidelines thoroughly to ensure eligibility and understand the funding parameters. 2. Register your company's corporate information with the Ontario Creates Online Application Portal (OAP) if you haven't already done so. 3. Access the OAP at https://apply.ontariocreates.ca/, click on "Register" if needed, and then click on "Start new application" for the Global Market Development Fund - Book program. 4. Complete the application form by entering all required information. You can save your progress and return to edit or add information before submitting. 5. Submit your application through the OAP by the deadline of Wednesday, May 1, 2024, at 5:00 pm ET. 6. Attend an Information Session if desired for more insights and clarification on the program. 7. For any technical issues with the OAP or application process, contact applyhelp@ontariocreates.ca for assistance. 8. Await the evaluation process and notification of successful applicants who may receive up to $15,000 or 50% of total costs for approved activities.

- Applicants should thoroughly read the program guidelines before starting the application. - The application must be submitted via the Ontario Creates Online Application Portal (OAP). - Applicants are encouraged to start the application process early to have ample time to compile necessary information. - Ontario Creates will be hosting two "Office Hours" webinars for applicants to ask questions about the Global Market Development Program. - Attending an Information Session is not a substitute for reading the guidelines. - If interested in attending an Ontario Creates Information Session in French, applicants can send a request to programs2@ontariocreates.ca. - In case of additional accessibility issues for attending an Information Session, applicants can contact programs2@ontariocreates.ca. - For inquiries about the Online Application Portal (OAP), applicants can contact applyhelp@ontariocreates.ca. - To receive updates on deadlines and program updates, applicants can register with their complete contact information at the provided link. - The program offers up to $15,000 capped at 50% of the total costs for all activities.