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Manitoba — Incoming Buyer Program
Supports qualified international buyer visits to Manitoba
Record updated
- Funding available
- $ 5,000
- Up to 50% of project cost
- Deadline
- Unspecified
- Location
- Manitoba, Canada
- Who can apply
- For-profit small or medium-sized enterprises with under 500 employees
- See full eligibility
Overview
Incoming Buyer Program supports Manitoba for-profit SMEs hosting qualified international buyers, with funding of up to $5,000 or 50 per cent of eligible costs. Eligible support covers economy airfare and local accommodations for the buyer during visits in Manitoba.
At a glance
Funding available
- Maximum funding
- $5,000
- Maximum share of project costs
- 50%
- Develop strategic partnerships
- Access new markets
- Reach a new target audience
Eligible candidates
- Location
- Manitoba
- Eligible Industries
- All industries
- Annual revenue
- From $ 30,000 to $ 50,000,000 in revenue
- Organisation size
- 499 employees maximum
- Audience
- All groups
- Legal structures
- For-profit business
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Availability timeline
2026
Periods: 2
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- For-profit small or medium-sized enterprises with under 500 employees
- Businesses with a permanent establishment in Manitoba
- Businesses registered and in good standing to do business in Manitoba with the Companies Office
Who is not eligible
- Publicly traded companies
- Not-for-profit organizations and associations
- Government employees, Crown corporations, municipalities, towns and cities
- Educational institutions
- External consultants, representatives, brokers, agents, and related service providers
Eligible expenses
- Economy airfare for the buyer
- Local accommodations for the buyer
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Travel paid directly to the buyer
- Unrelated activities
- Service training activities
- Warranty negotiations
- Machinery servicing
Eligible geographic areas
- Manitoba
Activities funded
- Hosting qualified international buyers in Manitoba
How to apply
- Review program details and eligibility
- Complete the application form online
- Email the Business Overview and Event Objectives document, T1 or T2 Tax Return, Notice of Assessment, and Balance Sheet and Income Statement to ExportSupportProgram@gov.mb.ca within 24 hours of your application
Documents Needed
- Application form
- Business Overview and Event Objectives document
- T1 or T2 tax return for the last fiscal year
- Notice of Assessment for the last fiscal year
- Balance sheet and income statement for the last three months
Selection criteria
- Priority will be given to projects that are completed by March 31
- The program reserves the right to refuse applications from corporate entities that cannot demonstrate meaningful economic ties to Manitoba
Processing and Agreement
- Applicants should be notified if their project was approved or declined within 30 days
- Reimbursement occurs after direct costs have been paid, and funding advances are not provided
- If approved, applicants must submit an expense claim form, receipts, invoices, and proof of payment within 30 days of the tradeshow or trade mission end date
- Reimbursement will be made by electronic funds transfer within 30 days of all required documentation being submitted
- Approved applicants will be contacted within 12 months following their supported visit to complete an evaluation form and report on actual results
Additional information
- An application is not a guarantee of funding support
Contacts
Official sources
Program guide
Incoming Buyer Program
Frequently Asked Questions about the Manitoba — Incoming Buyer Program Program
What is the Manitoba — Incoming Buyer Program?
Incoming Buyer Program supports Manitoba for-profit SMEs hosting qualified international buyers, with funding of up to $5,000 or 50 per cent of eligible costs. Eligible support covers economy airfare and local accommodations for the buyer during visits in Manitoba.
How much funding can be received?
Manitoba — Incoming Buyer Program Funds up to 50% of admissible expenses, capped at $5,000 per project.
What is the deadline to apply?
The program is accepting continuous intake
Who is eligible for the Manitoba — Incoming Buyer Program program?
To be eligible for the Manitoba — Incoming Buyer Program program, you must:
For-profit small or medium-sized enterprise with under 500 employees
Permanent establishment in Manitoba with more than half of its workforce currently residing in Manitoba
Produces or manufactures an exportable product or service in Manitoba and has annual sales revenue of at least $30,000 and up to $50,000,000
What expenses are eligible under Manitoba — Incoming Buyer Program?
Economy airfare for the buyer
Local accommodations for the buyer
Who can I contact for more information about the Manitoba — Incoming Buyer Program?
You can contact Government of Manitoba by email at ExportSupportProgram@gov.mb.ca or by phone at 204-945-7343.
Where is the Manitoba — Incoming Buyer Program available?
The Manitoba — Incoming Buyer Program program is available the province of Manitoba.