CanExport GAC-Led Delegations

Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) can apply for funding to cover up to 50% of costs for participating in certain initiatives organized by Global Affairs Canada's (GAC) Trade Commissioner Service (TCS).

Who can apply

To be eligible, your business must:

• be a Canadian SME selected to participate in an eligible GAC-led delegation
• be an incorporated legal entity, limited liability partnership (LLP), or cooperative
• be for-profit
• have an active Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) business number
• have fewer than 500 full-time equivalent employees
• have $100,000 to $100 million in declared revenue in Canada during its past fiscal year (or 12 months for quarterly filers)

What activities we fund

We support the following expenses linked to participation in eligible GAC-led delegations:

• travel, including:
  • airfare
  • ground transportation
  • per diems
  • mandatory visa fees
• registration and exhibition costs for trade event participation

Eligible GAC-led delegations

Applicants may apply for program funding for participation in the initiatives that follow.

Team Canada Trade Missions (TCTMs)

Under Canada's Indo-Pacific Strategy, CanExport provides funds, including for TCTMs, to help Canadian SMEs pursue new trade opportunities in the region.

Upcoming eligible TCTMs

GAC-led trade delegations exclusively for businesses from diverse backgrounds

Under Canada's Export Diversification Strategy, we support Canadian businesses from diverse backgrounds in overcoming challenges and expanding globally. With CanExport funding, we help SMEs find new export opportunities through select GAC-led trade delegations. For additional funding options, visit CanExport SMEs.

Upcoming eligible trade delegations for exporters from diverse backgrounds