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Trade Mission Support Program
Support for trade missions and buyer visits
Last Update: April 9, 2026
Funding available
$ 10,000
Timeline
- Closing date : September 29, 2023
Location
Ontario, Canada
Overview
This program provides up to $10,000 in support for trade mission and buyer visit activities. It helps Northern Ontario organizations connect export-ready SMEs with prospective buyers in target markets.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Develop strategic partnerships
- Access new markets
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 10,000 $
- Up to 50% of project cost
Timeline
- Closing date : September 29, 2023
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Mining, quarrying, and oil and gas extraction
- Manufacturing
- Transportation and warehousing
- Information and cultural industries
- Other services (except public administration)
Location
- Ontario
Legal structures
- Non-profit
- Public or Parapublic institution
- For-profit business
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Rural or Northern Residents
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
- Economic, Social and Community Development
- Business Associations
- Not Elsewhere Classified
Target groups
- Business owners / entrepreneurs
- Nonprofits / charities
- Community leaders
Revenue structures
- All structures
Scope
- Regional
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Organizing and hosting inbound visits by foreign buyers or their representatives.
- Leading multi-party trade missions to target markets outside Ontario.
- Creating face-to-face business connections between Northern Ontario exporters and prospective buyers.
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- ONEDC municipalities
- Trade associations
- Not-for-profit organizations representing exporting sectors and companies in Northern Ontario
Eligible expenses
- Event hosting costs for inbound buyer visits.
- Costs for coordinated group participation in new domestic and in-market events.
Eligible geographic areas
- Northern Ontario
- Ontario, for target markets outside the province and in-market events
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are assessed as they are received.
- Funding decisions are made on a first-come, first-served basis.
- Approval is subject to the NOEP Advisory Committee.
Additional information
- Maximum project support is $10,000.
- Funding is limited and approved on a first-come, first-served basis.
- The program is delivered on behalf of Ontario’s North Economic Development Corporation.
- The program is funded by FedNor and the Northern Ontario Heritage Fund Corporation (NOHFC).
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Frequently Asked Questions about the Trade Mission Support Program Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the Trade Mission Support Program. This section explains what the program is, how much funding is available, eligibility requirements, application deadlines, and other important details to help you determine if this grant is right for your business.
What is the Trade Mission Support Program?
This program provides up to $10,000 in support for trade mission and buyer visit activities. It helps Northern Ontario organizations connect export-ready SMEs with prospective buyers in target markets.
How much funding can be received?
Trade Mission Support Program Funds up to 50% of admissible expenses, capped at $10,000 per project.
Who is eligible for the Trade Mission Support Program program?
To be eligible for the Trade Mission Support Program program, you must:
ONEDC municipality, trade association, or not-for-profit
Represents Northern Ontario exporters
Project connects to target export markets
What expenses are eligible under Trade Mission Support Program?
Organizing and hosting inbound visits by foreign buyers or their representatives.
Leading multi-party trade missions to target markets outside Ontario.
Creating face-to-face business connections between Northern Ontario exporters and prospective buyers.
Who can I contact for more information about the Trade Mission Support Program?
You can contact Federal Economic Development Agency for Northern Ontario (FedNor) by email at jenni.myllynen@greatersudbury.ca or by phone at 705-674-4455 x4428.
Where is the Trade Mission Support Program available?
The Trade Mission Support Program program is available the province of Ontario.
Is the Trade Mission Support Program a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Trade Mission Support Program is a Partnering and Collaboration