Exporting, Importing & Trade
| Program | Summary | Sector | Intake Period / Effective Date | Date Information Updated |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alberta Export Expansion Program | The Alberta Export Expansion Program provides funding support to Alberta small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), municipalities, industry associations, Indigenous communities and economic development organizations promoting Alberta exports. | Not sector specific | 2024/02/22 | |
| CanadaBuys | The home for doing business with the Government of Canada and the broader Canadian public sector. Here you will find their suite of online procurement services. | Not sector specific | 2024/02/22 | |
| CanExport | Small and medium sized companies may access up to $50,000 in funding to assist with international market development activities. CanExport covers up to 50% of costs for export marketing of your products and services in international markets where you have little or no sales. | Not sector specific | Not currently receiving applications. Expected to re-open in February 2024 for projects beginning April 1, 2024. | 2024/02/22 |
| Government of Canada's Creative Export Strategy | The Creative Export Strategy helps Canadian creative industries maximize their export potential and stand out in the global market. | Not sector specific | 2024/02/22 | |
| Alberta Purchasing Connection | The Alberta Purchasing Connection (APC) is an easy to use tool that lets public and private sector users manage, advertise, distribute, and download public purchasing opportunities for goods, services, and construction in Alberta. | Not sector specific | 2024/02/22 | |
| Made in Alberta Labeling Program | The unique Made in Alberta label clearly identifies local food and beverages that are made right here in Alberta. | Food and beverage | 2024/02/27 | |
| Startup Global | Startup Global gets your business export ready by connecting you with tools, advisory support, and the potential for funding. | Not sector specific | 2024/02/27 | |
| Export Development Canada (EDC) | Export Development Canada (EDC) is Canada’s export credit agency. It provides Canadian exporters, investors and their international buyers with financial services, export credit insurance and bonding services, as well as foreign market expertise. They also support Canadian direct investment abroad and investment into Canada. EDC is a Crown corporation that operates at arm’s length from the government. | Not sector specific | 2024/02/27 | |
| TAK International | TAK specializes in helping companies with their sourcing, manufacturing, sales and marketing efforts in China. Since 1986, their exclusive, integrated relationships with clients have laid the groundwork for successful ventures that have lasted for decades. They are a full-service company with a dedicated presence in both China and Canada with their executive staff operating out of Canada. Their team is frequently in China to ensure the quality and stability of their Chinese operations and international clients. | Not sector specific | 2024/02/27 |