CanExport SME Grant – Now Open!

We’re excited to share great news for Canadian businesses looking to expand internationally—CanExport SME Grant is now open for applications for the 2025-2026 fiscal year!

Given the potential impact of new U.S. tariffs and shifting global trade dynamics, having a well-planned international marketing strategy is more critical than ever.

Eligibility requirements

To qualify, your business must:

• Be a for-profit company registered in Canada
• Have 1 to 500 full-time employees
• Plan to expand into a market where less than 10% of revenue currently comes from.

Read the full list of eligibility requirements here.

Eligible activities & funding

The CanExport SME program reimburses 50% of selected export marketing costs to a maximum of $50 K to help Canadian companies enter new international markets by covering a portion of their export marketing costs, including:

• Market research & competitive analysis
• Digital advertising & SEO for foreign markets
• Trade show participation, travel & B2B meetings
• IP protection and regulatory compliance

Need assistance developing your international marketing strategy? Reach out to Win Global, which specializes in helping businesses identify the best export markets, build strategic marketing plans, and execute global expansion strategies.

Need Help with Government Funding Applications? We’ve got you covered.

Fill out the Eligibility Check form at https://www.fairgrantwriting.ca/eligibility to get started today!