Grow Your Business Through Exporting ### 📋 Eligible Entities - Ontario-based companies (primary requirement) - Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) - Businesses new to exporting or seeking to expand existing export markets - Companies in goods and services sectors - Profit and non-profit organizations engaged in commercial activity - Sole proprietors and partnerships operating in Ontario - Minimum business operation requirement (typically 6+ months in operation) ### 💰 Funding Details - Grant Structure: Non-repayable funding for eligible support services - Funding Type: Direct grants covering educational programs and advisory services - Cost-Sharing: Potential partial-cost coverage; participant may bear some expenses - Amount Range: Varies based on program component and business needs (specific caps not detailed in standard offerings) - Repayability: Non-repayable grant (no loan repayment obligation) - No collateral required ### 🛠️ Approved Expenses - Export education programs and training (courses, workshops, certifications) - Professional export advisory and consulting services - International business missions and trade delegations - Market research and international competitive analysis - Export readiness assessments - Trade show participation and exhibition fees - International networking and relationship-building events - Export documentation and compliance training - Digital export strategy development ### ⚠️ Conditions & Milestones - Residency: Business must be physically located and operating in Ontario - Export Intent: Clear demonstration of commitment to export growth (new or expanded markets) - Application Process: Formal application required with business export plan - Performance Tracking: Participation in program evaluations and progress reporting - Timeline: Varies by program component (typically 3–12 months depending on initiative) - Compliance: Must comply with all program terms and conditions - Eligible Markets: Focus on international markets (outside Ontario) - Reporting Requirements: May require export performance metrics post-participation