CanExport SMEs
Trade Commissioner Service, Global Affairs Canada
Federal funding of up to $50,000 for small and medium businesses developing new export markets. The current intake closed on 31 August 2026, the next intake has not been announced.
- Value
- Up to $50,000
- Deadline
- 2026-08-31
- Last verified
- September 20, 2026
About the amount
The official page states up to $50,000 for international business development activities. Funding is cost-shared and paid as a reimbursement.
What to know
Widely regarded as the most approachable federal grant for a small business: the application is fully online and the criteria are published clearly. Funding is a reimbursement, so you spend first and claim after. The intake period closed at 12:00 p.m. ET on 31 August 2026, future intakes are announced on the official page, so watch it rather than assuming the program is open.
Documents you'll likely need
- Business incorporation or registration number
- Financial statements
- Export plan and target market
- Quotes for planned activities
Not accepting applications right now
Don't plan spending around this program until it reopens. Check the official page for the next intake.
Source
https://www.tradecommissioner.gc.ca/en/our-solutions/funding-financing-international-business/canexport-smes.htmlCashRadar identifies potential matches. Final eligibility is determined by the program administrator. CashRadar is an independent service and is not affiliated with the Government of Canada or any provincial government.