Exportations alimentaires Ontario — Services pour les exportateurs ### 📋 Eligible Entities - Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in the agri-food and beverage sectors - Food product manufacturers and processors - Beverage producers and manufacturers - Agricultural value-added producers - Canadian-controlled private corporations - Sole proprietors and partnerships operating in Ontario - Businesses with primary operations in Ontario - Enterprises with demonstrated export readiness or export potential ### 💰 Funding Details - Grant Structure: Non-repayable contribution/subsidy (not a loan) - Funding Amount: Varies based on project scope and business size; typically ranges from $5,000–$50,000+ per project - Cost-Sharing: Generally 50–75% government contribution; applicant responsible for 25–50% match (can include in-kind contributions) - Matching Requirements: Applicant must co-invest cash or in-kind resources to access full grant amount - Repayability: Non-repayable; funds do not require repayment provided conditions are met ### 🛠️ Approved Expenses - Market research and feasibility studies for new export markets - Trade show participation and exhibition fees (domestic and international) - Marketing and promotional materials for export markets - Translation and localization of product labels and documentation - Export certification and compliance documentation - International business development travel and mission participation - Consultant fees for export strategy development - Digital marketing and e-commerce platform adaptation for export - Regulatory and standards compliance consulting - Brand development and positioning for international markets ### ⚠️ Conditions & Milestones - Application Requirements: Formal application with business plan, export strategy, and financial projections required - Eligibility Verification: Business must be in good standing with tax authorities and have no outstanding government compliance issues - Timeline: Project must be completed within 12–24 months of funding approval (specific timeline determined per project) - Reporting Obligations: Recipients must submit progress reports, financial documentation, and export outcome metrics - Expense Documentation: All expenses must be supported by receipts and invoices; retroactive claims may have restrictions - **Performance