EDC — Export Help Hub ### 📋 Eligible Entities - Canadian small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) - Canadian exporters and prospective exporters - Business owners seeking to enter or expand in international markets - Companies of all sectors eligible (manufacturing, services, technology, etc.) - No minimum revenue requirement specified - Both incorporated businesses and sole proprietors may qualify ### 💰 Funding Details - Grant Type: Non-repayable advisory service (not a direct cash grant) - Cost: Free access to expert trade advisors - Format: Consultation-based support with no financial matching requirement - No loan component: This is advisory assistance, not financing - No repayment obligation: Guidance and information services are provided at no cost to eligible Canadian exporters ### 🛠️ Approved Expenses This program does not fund direct business expenses. Instead, it provides expert guidance on: - Market entry strategies for the U.S., European Union, and Mexico - Customs and tariff regulations - Export financing options and trade credit - International tax implications and compliance - Trade agreement benefits and requirements - Regulatory requirements in target markets - Export documentation and logistics ### ⚠️ Conditions & Milestones - Access Method: Businesses must contact EDC or access the Help Hub to connect with export advisors - Scope: Advice limited to specific markets (U.S., EU, Mexico) as primary focus - Advisor Consultation: Expert guidance delivered through direct consultation - No funding ceiling: Unlimited advisory access for eligible exporters - Ongoing Support: Available as businesses progress through export planning and market entry phases - Key Requirement: Business must demonstrate intent to export or expand internationally to benefit from services