Ontario Export Services
ON, Canada
Expert help to expand into global markets
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- grant_single|openingDateNovember 14, 2019
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Expert Advice
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- Government of Ontario
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Access training programs, advice, trade missions and other resources for Ontario companies that want to start or grow a business through exporting.
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There are eligible activities for this grant. Companies can participate in business missions, attend webinars and workshops, and consult with international market consultants. Additionally, they can showcase products and services at trade shows, explore new markets, and take advantage of the Ontario, Canada brand.
- Participate in business missions to meet potential partners and buyers
- Attend webinars and workshops tailored to specific industries
- Consult with international market consultants for personalized export guidance
- Showcase products and services at virtual trade shows under the Ontario, Canada brand
- Explore new markets and target specific regions for expansion
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$8,000
London
Attend a workshop and mentoring sessions to enhance export skills
$9,600
Hamilton
Consult with market experts to develop an export strategy for South America
$6,400
Ottawa
Attend a webinar series on exporting medical devices to the EU market
$12,000
Toronto
Participate in a business mission to Japan to explore new market opportunities
$14,400
Mississauga
Expand to the US market through targeted export strategy and consultations
$16,000
Waterloo
Showcase agricultural products at an international trade show in Germany
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For this grant, the eligibility criteria are as follows:
- Ontario-based companies that are already exporting or have exporting potential
- Companies looking to identify new international growth opportunities
- Businesses seeking help in preparing for success in new markets
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Eligible types of companies for this grant must be Ontario-based businesses looking to expand internationally through exporting. They can benefit from education programs, business missions, tailored webinars, and personalized consulting services.
- Ontario-based companies
- Businesses seeking to expand internationally
- Companies interested in exporting
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Eligible expenses for this grant may include costs related to market research, export strategy development, participation in trade missions, trade show expenses, and consulting fees.
- Market research
- Export strategy development
- Participation in trade missions
- Trade show expenses
- Consulting fees
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There are evaluation and selection criteria for this grant. The evaluation and selection criteria include:
- Company's readiness and commitment to export
- Potential impact on the Ontario economy
- Demonstrated capability to succeed in international markets
- Alignment with target market priorities
- Evidence of export planning and strategy
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- Step 1: Attend a business mission
- Participate in curated business meetings with potential partners and buyers
- Showcase your products and services and pitch your company
- Learn about new markets
- Take advantage of the Ontario, Canada brand and be promoted on social media
- Step 2: Talk to an international market consultant
- Get free, personalized export consulting
- Prepare your business for new markets
- Select target markets and develop market entry strategies
- Step 3: Subscribe to emails or follow on Twitter/LinkedIn for updates
- Stay informed about workshops, seminars, and resources
- Receive dedicated information on growing to global markets
Apply to this program
Grant Overview
Ontario offers programs, support, and services to help experienced exporters expand into new markets. The Ministry of Economic Development, Job Creation and Trade provides assistance with education programs, export business missions, webinars, workshops, and one-on-one guidance from international market consultants.
Details of the Grant
Ontario encourages companies to grow through exporting by offering a range of resources. Experienced exporters can benefit from tailored webinars, business missions that facilitate connections with international buyers, and access to expert advice from international market consultants. These initiatives aim to help businesses identify new opportunities for growth, prepare for success in international markets, and ultimately increase profitability.
Additionally, participating in business missions enables companies to engage in curated business meetings, showcase their products and services, learn about new markets, and leverage the Ontario, Canada brand for promotion. The grant also provides access to a network of Ontario Trade and Investment Offices in key global markets, allowing businesses to receive valuable market insights and connect with potential partners. By taking advantage of these resources, Ontario-based exporters can enhance their global reach and drive business expansion.
