
Quebec International — Selling and Exporting — Set your sights on the world
Last Update: July 22, 2025
QC, Canada
Exporting advice for Quebec City businesses
At a glance
Eligible Funding
- No Condition
Timeline
- Open Date : April 26, 2024
- Closing date : April 26, 2025
Financing Type
Expert Advice
Eligible Industries
- Manufacturing
- Information and cultural industries
- Finance and insurance
- Professional, scientific and technical services
- Health care and social assistance
Funds Providers
Québec International
Program status
Open
Overview
Get personalized coaching and expertise in marketing, e-commerce and exporting in Canada and abroad to increase your sales opportunities and reduce risks.
Activities funded
This grant supports initiatives aimed at enhancing international sales and export strategies for businesses in the Quebec City region. Eligible projects focus on accelerating international trade and expanding market presence through targeted assistance and mentorship.
- Participation in the "Parcours IME Europe" program for business mentorship to accelerate internationalization efforts.
- Engagement in the "Programme d'accélération du commerce international" (International Trade Acceleration Program) to boost export capacities over a 10-month duration.
- Customizable "Diagnostic à l'export" services to identify and optimize export strategies based on individual business needs.
- Involvement in export-focused training and workshops to build knowledge in international logistics and certifications.
- Utilization of e-commerce support services to enhance online sales platforms for international markets over a six-week period.
Examples of admissible projects:
$ 20,000
Enhancing e-commerce platform for local artists to globally market their art
$ 25,000
Expanding digital marketing capabilities for a non-profit environmental organization
$ 20,000
Developing an export strategy for locally-made maple syrup products to Asian markets
$ 20,000
Setting up an e-commerce shop for traditional handicrafts from Quebec City
$ 25,000
Developing an export strategy for organic skincare products to European markets
$ 30,000
Creating an online platform to digitize food supply chains for small farmers
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
This grant is aimed at businesses located in the Québec City region that are interested in enhancing their export capabilities and competitiveness in international markets. The programs and assistance are primarily targeted at companies that are part of the designated economic sectors, which include food and nutrition, insurance and financial services, green and smart building, electronics and optics-photonics, artificial intelligence, manufacturing, life sciences and health technologies, and information and communication technologies.
Eligible expenses
This grant supports initiatives aimed at enhancing businesses' export capabilities in the Québec City region. Eligible activities focus on improving strategies for international commerce, mentorship, and sector development.
- Export support services and diagnostics.
- E-commerce trade assistance lasting up to six weeks.
- International commerce acceleration programs running for ten months.
- Business mentorship and internationalization pathways in Europe for twelve months.
- Sector-specific development workshops and activities.
Eligible geographic areas
The grant information does not specify eligible geographical areas for companies applying for the program. Based on the context provided, it is unclear which specific regions or locations are eligible.
Selection criteria
There are evaluation and selection criteria for this grant. The criteria include:
- Demonstrated need for international sales expansion
- Evidence of a solid export plan
- Capacity to implement proposed strategies
- Potential for successful market penetration
- Compliance with grant application requirements
How to apply
1
Of course! Please provide the French text you would like me to translate.
- Check the eligibility criteria
- Gather the required documents
2
Of course! Please provide the French text you'd like me to translate into English.
- Fill out the online application form
- Attach supporting documents
3
Of course! Please provide the French text you'd like me to translate, and I'll be happy to assist you.
- Wait for confirmation of receipt of the request
- Prepare a fund usage plan
Additional information
Here are additional relevant details for this grant:
- The organization is recognized as a regional export promotion organization (ORPEX) for the Québec City region.
- Member of Commerce International Québec, part of a network consisting of 20 ORPEX entities in Quebec.
- Part of the Entrepreneurial Vision – Québec 2026 initiative that aims to establish Québec City as the entrepreneurial capital of the country.
- Over $75.8 million in funding from the Government of Québec has been allocated to the Entrepreneurial Vision initiative, with an additional $19.6 million increased funding extended to March 2025.
- Services include specialized training, acceleration programs, mentoring, and assistance in digital transformation.
- Some programs have specific durations, like the e-commerce support program lasting six weeks and the international trade accelerator program lasting ten months.
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