CGLCC-Global Grant Analysis ### 📋 Eligible Entities - Canadian-owned businesses with LGBT+ ownership or leadership - Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) - Sole proprietors and partnerships with LGBT+ representation - Corporations with demonstrated LGBT+ ownership stake - Businesses registered and operating in Canada - Members of the Canadian Gay & Lesbian Chamber of Commerce (CGLCC) or eligible to join ### 💰 Funding Details - Grant Type: Non-repayable contribution/support program - Funding Amount: Varies by program stream and activity (specific amounts determined case-by-case) - Matching Requirements: Cost-sharing may apply; specifics depend on activity type - Repayability: Non-repayable grant (subject to terms and conditions) - Currency: Canadian dollars - Note: Funding is not a guaranteed loan and is contingent on eligibility verification and available program budget ### 🛠️ Approved Expenses - International business development and market research - Participation in trade missions and international trade shows - Networking events with LGBT+ chambers of commerce globally - Export preparation and readiness activities - Partnership development with international business counterparts - Travel and accommodation for business development activities - Professional consulting services related to market entry - Digital marketing and international business promotion - Training and capacity-building for international trade ### ⚠️ Conditions & Milestones - Applicants must demonstrate intent to conduct business internationally - Participants must engage actively with CGLCC network and global LGBT+ chambers - Recipients must report on business outcomes and international partnerships developed - Funds must be used within specified project timeline - Compliance with CGLCC governance and reporting requirements - Accountability for use of funds through progress reports and documentation - Potential requirement to share success stories or case studies - Program eligibility and funding subject to available government/organizational budget - Applications reviewed on competitive or rolling basis (specifics vary by intake period)