How much funding can be received?

There is no informations about how much funding can be received.

What is the deadline to apply?

The deadline to apply is not specified.

Who are the financial supporters of the STEP International Business Trip Support?

STEP International Business Trip Support is funded by Government of Saskatchewan, Saskatchewan Trade and Export Partnership (STEP)

What are STEP International Business Trip Support's eligibility criterias?

Must be a Regular Member of STEP

STEP International Business Trip Support

Last Update: June 21, 2025

SK, Canada

Foreign trip support for Saskatchewan businesses

STEP International Business Trip Support at a glance

Eligible Funding

No Condition

Timeline

Receipt of requests is now closed

Financing Type

Other Support

Eligible Industries

All industries

Grant Providers

Government of Saskatchewan
Saskatchewan Trade and Export Partnership (STEP)

Program status

Closed

Overview of the STEP International Business Trip Support program

Get help planning a business trip to a foreign market your business is targeting for export.

Eligible projects & activities

Planning and conducting international business development missions.
Identifying and targeting new export markets for company products or services.
Engaging in direct meetings with pre-qualified business prospects abroad.
Gathering in-market intelligence to support export activities.
Receiving guidance and support for travel arrangements and market entry strategy.

Examples of admissible projects:

$ 50,000

Launch a market research project to explore exporting opportunities for agri-tech solutions.

$ 80,000

Initiate a tech upgrade project aimed at exporting gaming software to the Australian market.

$ 60,000

Conduct a comprehensive R&D project to adapt renewable energy devices for the UK market.

$ 70,000

Develop a strategic plan for exporting organic food products to Scandinavian countries.

$ 45,000

Set up an employee training program for expanding personal care product exports to Japan.

Eligibility criteria of the STEP International Business Trip Support program

The applicant must be a Regular Member of STEP (Saskatchewan Trade & Export Partnership).
The applicant must be planning and executing a market development mission or business trip independently.
Advance notice of travel (10–12 weeks, or 6–8 weeks if Market Intelligence is required) must be provided to STEP staff.

Who is eligible?

Regular Members of STEP (Saskatchewan Trade & Export Partnership)

Eligible expenses

Expenses related to the organization and planning of business trips abroad.
Travel expenses to meet prospects in the target market.
Assistance fees for developing a contact list on-site and organizing meetings.
Support costs for international business travel arrangements.

Eligible geographic areas

Saskatchewan

How to apply to the STEP International Business Trip Support program

Contact STEP

Reach out to STEP for more information regarding the International Business Trip Support Service.
Contact via email at inquire@sasktrade.sk.ca or call 1-888-976-7875.

Plan Well in Advance

Allow 10-12 weeks advance notice of actual travel dates.
If Market Intelligence services are needed, ensure 6-8 weeks notice is given.

Determine Requirements

Meet with STEP professionals to determine the target market.
Clarify objectives and explore financial assistance options.
Receive assistance with developing contacts and travel arrangements.

Execute and Follow-Up

Conduct the business trip to the target market as planned.
Participate in a post-travel debriefing and follow-up with STEP.

Additional information

The service can be accessed up to two times per STEP business year (April 1 – March 31); additional use may incur extra fees.
Market Intelligence services involved in the support do not count against annual usage caps for other STEP services.
Applicants should provide at least 10–12 weeks' advance notice of travel, or 6–8 weeks if Market Intelligence is needed.
A post-travel debriefing and follow-up with STEP is included as part of the service.