Commerce International des Produits Agroalimentaires ### 📋 Eligible Entities - Canadian agri-food businesses and exporters - Small to medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in the agri-food sector - Agricultural producers and food processors - Food manufacturers and distributors - Agri-food cooperatives and associations - Businesses with headquarters or significant operations in Canada ### 💰 Funding Details - Grant Type: Non-repayable contribution - Funding Structure: Partial cost-sharing program (specific matching ratio varies by activity) - Typical Range: Varies by project scope and activity type - Repayability: Non-repayable grant (funds do not require repayment) - Currency: Canadian dollars ### 🛠️ Approved Expenses - International market research and intelligence gathering - Commercial market expertise and analysis - International trade show participation and exhibition costs - International business development activities - Export market assessment and feasibility studies - Trade mission participation - International promotional materials and marketing - Consulting fees for export market development - Trade show booth design and setup - International buyer connection activities ### ⚠️ Conditions & Milestones - Applicant must demonstrate genuine export intent or existing export activity - Project must focus on international market development outside Canada - Eligible activities must target viable markets with commercial potential - Recipients must provide matching funding or in-kind contributions (percentage varies) - Detailed project proposal and budget required at application - Post-participation reporting on outcomes and export results expected - Eligible expenses must be incurred during the approved program period - Activities must comply with international trade regulations and agreements - Preference given to businesses with growth potential and realistic commercialization plans - Funding contingent on project completion and milestone achievement