Trade Commissioner Service — CanExport Community Investment
Canada
Funding to attract foreign direct investment
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- grant_single|openingDateSeptember 05, 2023
- grant_single|closingDateSeptember 29, 2023
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Grant and Funding
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- Government of Canada
- Trade Commissioner Service (TCS)
- Global Affairs Canada (GAC)
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Get a contribution between $3,000 and $500,000 to cover up to 50% of eligible expenses. The program is intended to support communities and non-profit organizations to attract, retain and expand their foreign direct investment (FDI) activities that will he
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There are eligible projects and activities for the CanExport Community Investments grant:
- Activities that help communities attract, retain, and expand foreign direct investment (FDI)
- Projects that focus on creating jobs for Canadians, supporting innovation, and increasing exports
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$35,000
Ottawa
Create promotional activities to attract European biotech startups to Ottawa
$30,000
Toronto
Conduct market research to attract foreign tech companies to establish offices
$50,000
Halifax
Establish a program to support foreign investors's ocean tech industry
$75,000
Calgary
Implement a legal framework to attract Asian financial firms to Calgary
$40,000
Vancouver
Develop marketing materials for attracting European investors to Vancouver's green tech sector
$60,000
Montreal
Participate in international trade shows to promote Montreal as a hub for aerospace investment
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The CanExport Community Investments program provides financial support to communities and non-profit organizations to attract, retain, and expand foreign direct investment activities. Eligible applicants include communities seeking to enhance their capacity to attract, retain, and expand foreign direct investment and non-profit partnerships at the local community level.
- Communities seeking to improve their capacity to attract, retain, and expand foreign direct investment
- Non-profit partnerships at the local community level
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Eligible types of companies for the CanExport Community Investments grant include:
- Communities seeking to improve their capacity to attract, retain, and expand foreign direct investment (FDI)
- Non-profit partnerships at the local community level
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Some types of companies are not eligible for this grant. These include:
- For-profit organizations
- Investment firms
- Businesses not directly affiliated with community improvements
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The CanExport Community Investments program provides financial support to communities and non-profit organizations for eligible expenses to help them attract, retain, and expand foreign direct investment activities. Eligible expenses include but are not limited to:
- Market research and analysis
- Program delivery and project management costs
- Trade show participation fees
- Marketing materials and promotional activities
- Consulting fees related to FDI attraction
- Travel costs for investment missions and delegations
- Legal and professional fees
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There are eligible geographic areas for this grant program. The CanExport Community Investments program is open to communities and non-profit organizations across Canada.
- Communities in all provinces and territories of Canada
- Non-profit organizations at the local community level
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The CanExport Community Investments program has evaluation and selection criteria to assess project proposals:
- Alignment with program objectives
- Demonstrated capacity to attract, retain, and expand foreign direct investment
- Clear project plan and timeline
- Expected impact on job creation, innovation, and exports
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- Step 1: Review the applicant’s guide for detailed instructions on the application requirements and eligibility criteria.
- Step 2: Register your organization for the CanExport Community Investments funding program by following the step-by-step instructions provided in the registration video.
- Step 3: Prepare and submit a proposal during the application period, ensuring all necessary documents and information are included.
- Step 4: Await the review process and decision on your proposal.
- Step 5: If successful, enter into an agreement with the program and adhere to the terms and conditions stipulated for the grant.
Apply to this program
CanExport Community Investments Grant Summary
The CanExport Community Investments program offers financial support to communities and non-profit organizations in Canada to assist them in attracting, retaining, and expanding foreign direct investment activities. The program provides non-repayable grants ranging from $3,000 to $500,000, covering up to 50% of eligible expenses.
Exploring the CanExport Community Investments Grant
The CanExport Community Investments grant is designed to bolster communities' capabilities in generating employment opportunities for Canadians, fostering innovation, and enhancing exports. By offering funding support to eligible entities, the program aims to strengthen the economic landscape and stimulate growth through foreign direct investment (FDI). Communities and non-profit organizations can leverage this opportunity to enhance their capacity to attract, retain, and expand FDI activities, ultimately contributing to the overall economic prosperity of Canada.
Eligible applicants include communities aspiring to enhance their FDI capabilities and non-profit partnerships at the local community level. The program's financial support, in the form of non-repayable grants, can significantly boost initiatives aimed at attracting and retaining FDI, ultimately leading to job creation, innovation, and increased exports within these communities. By offering grants between $3,000 and $500,000 and covering up to 50% of eligible expenses, the CanExport Community Investments program provides substantial support to organizations committed to fostering economic development through foreign investment.
Through this program, successful recipients can access the necessary resources to implement strategic projects that attract and maintain FDI, fostering economic growth and enhancing the global competitiveness of Canadian communities. By investing in communities' capacity to engage with international markets, the CanExport Community Investments grant contributes to building a more robust and resilient Canadian economy.
