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Trade Commissioner Service — Canadian International Innovation Program (CIIP)
Connects Canadian innovators with international partners
Latest source updateLast Update: July 29, 2026Latest change: The CIIP opportunity listing now shows new calls and missions with updated deadlines and partner economies.View change
Latest source update
Last Update: July 29, 2026
Latest change: The CIIP opportunity listing now shows new calls and missions with updated deadlines and partner economies.
CIIP opportunity listings updated
The CIIP opportunity listing was updated with new calls and missions, and the visible deadlines changed across the page. Several opportunities now show new dates, including July 2026 to January 2027 deadlines, and the listed partner economies and sectors also changed.
Funding available
$ 600,000
Deadline
Closed
Location
Canada
Who can apply
Canadian companies that are incorporated, profit-oriented SMEs with up to 500 full-time equivalent employees
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Overview
The Innovation Partnership Program helps Canadian innovators with technologies nearing commercialization connect with international partners in key markets, and Canadian small and medium-sized enterprises selected to take part in a delegation may receive up to 50% of eligible costs. Missions can include tailored networking opportunities, business-to-business meetings, market overviews, and site visits.
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At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Increase performance through digital transformation
- Develop strategic partnerships
- Develop a new product or service
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 600,000 $
- Up to 50% of project cost
Funds Providers
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Location
- Canada
Legal structures
- For-profit business
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- 500 employees maximum
Audience
- All groups
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Official resources
Program guide
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Canadian companies that are incorporated, profit-oriented SMEs with up to 500 full-time equivalent employees
- Other Canadian organizations, including academic institutions, non-government research centres, and not for profits, that maintain a focus on innovation, have an active interest in the mission’s target industry and market, and demonstrate added value in terms of expertise, resources, or collaboration opportunities
Who is not eligible
- Businesses providing services to Canadian organizations, including businesses offering visa and immigration services, trade consulting services, or those establishing business in Canada
Eligible expenses
- Travel costs
- Conference fees
- Professional services
- Other direct costs
Eligible geographic areas
- Canada
How to apply
- Browse upcoming missions by region, industry, and date to find those that align with business goals.
- Review the program’s eligibility criteria and mission requirements to determine whether your company is a good fit.
- When recruitment opens, complete and submit an application.
Processing and Agreement
- Canadian small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) selected to take part in the delegation will be invited to apply for funding.
- If your organization is selected, you will receive pre-mission support to help you get ready.
- Pre-mission support may include pre-mission briefings, market intelligence, logistical information on travel, accommodations and programming, and the opportunity to apply for grant funding.
Additional information
- Initiatives marked as Upcoming are under development and may be subject to change.
- IPP missions are typically less than a week and may involve visiting one or more cities in a region.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Trade Commissioner Service — Canadian International Innovation Program (CIIP) Program
What is the Trade Commissioner Service — Canadian International Innovation Program (CIIP)?
The Innovation Partnership Program helps Canadian innovators with technologies nearing commercialization connect with international partners in key markets, and Canadian small and medium-sized enterprises selected to take part in a delegation may receive up to 50% of eligible costs. Missions can include tailored networking opportunities, business-to-business meetings, market overviews, and site visits.
How much funding can be received?
Trade Commissioner Service — Canadian International Innovation Program (CIIP) Funds up to 50% of admissible expenses, capped at $600,000 per project.
Who is eligible for the Trade Commissioner Service — Canadian International Innovation Program (CIIP) program?
To be eligible for the Trade Commissioner Service — Canadian International Innovation Program (CIIP) program, you must:
Canadian companies must be incorporated, profit-oriented SMEs with up to 500 full-time equivalent employees.
They must be ready to collaborate on co-innovation opportunities with a foreign partner, seek to commercialize new or improved products, services, or processes, own or co-own the intellectual property of the technology being presented, and have sufficient resources to cover the unfunded participating costs.
Other Canadian organizations must focus on innovation, have an active interest in the mission’s target industry and market, and demonstrate added value through expertise, resources, or collaboration opportunities.
Who can I contact for more information about the Trade Commissioner Service — Canadian International Innovation Program (CIIP)?
You can contact Global Affairs Canada (GAC) by email at innovation@international.gc.ca.
Where is the Trade Commissioner Service — Canadian International Innovation Program (CIIP) available?
The Trade Commissioner Service — Canadian International Innovation Program (CIIP) program is available across Canada.
Is the Trade Commissioner Service — Canadian International Innovation Program (CIIP) a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Trade Commissioner Service — Canadian International Innovation Program (CIIP) is a Partnering and Collaboration
Who are the financial supporters of the Trade Commissioner Service — Canadian International Innovation Program (CIIP)?
Trade Commissioner Service — Canadian International Innovation Program (CIIP) is funded by Global Affairs Canada (GAC), Trade Commissioner Service (TCS)