CanExport Innovation

This program supports small- or medium-sized businesses in introducing their product/service to new international markets.

What Is CanExport Innovation?

CanExport Innovation targets Canadian companies that have innovative products, technologies, or processes and aspire to extend their reach beyond domestic borders. By offering financial assistance, CanExport Innovation propels businesses in their exploration, development, and commercialization of innovative offerings in foreign markets. It also serves as a catalyst for transforming innovative concepts into international success stories. Whether you’re a tech startup on the verge of reshaping industries or a manufacturer with a revolutionary production process, CanExport Innovation is a partner in your quest to make a global impact.

CanExport Innovation Overview

This program recognizes the challenges faced by businesses in scaling their innovative offerings globally and provides the necessary support to overcome these obstacles. It serves as a strategic resource for companies aiming to bring their innovative concepts to international markets.

How Much Funding?

Up to 75%, up to a maximum of $75,000

Combined financial assistance cannot exceed 75% for any eligible expenditure

WHO QUALIFIES?

– Be an employee of the Canadian SME with decision-making authority for the IP

– Have a pre-identified Foreign Partner

– Demonstrate adequate managerial capabilities

*The innovators from Canadian SMEs apply for this program

Eligible Activities & Expenditures

Collaboration with foreign partners project-driven technology commercialization efforts (e.g. co-development, validation, adaptation)

Eligible Activities:

– Travel to meet foreign partner to negotiate/formalize R&D collaboration

– Travel to meet foreign investors to gain investment funds to support R&D of technology
– Development of legal documentation to formalize a contractual agreement with the foreign partner for R&D

Travel costs (temporary not eligible due to COVID)
Meeting costs (printed materials, rentals, and translational services)
Shipping cost
Legal fees for formalizing partnership agreements
Eligible registration fees
Other eligible costs related to pursuing international collaboration

PROGRAM DEADLINE

Ongoing

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Our team will review your application and provide funding recommendations within a few weeks. If your project is approved, you’ll receive funding to cover a portion of eligible project costs.

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CanExport Innovation

What Is CanExport Innovation?