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CanExport Associations

Trade Commissioner Service (Global Affairs Canada)

Up to $500K

Up to $500,000 per year; up to 50% of eligible costs (up to 75% for defence and security related projects); minimum request $20,000

Funds national industry associations' international business development activities for their members.

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Who qualifies

Canadian national industry associations/trade organizations with member companies and a national mandate, incorporated as Canadian not-for-profit corporations with sufficient private revenue. Excludes registered charities, regional organizations and fully government-funded organizations.

Non-profit

Good to know

  • Funding: 75% stacking limit for total Canadian government funding; no advance payments.
  • Cost share: 50% of eligible costs

Evidence from the official page

  • amount“to cover up to 50% of eligible costs” source ↗
  • status“The 2026-27 CanExport Associations application period is now closed.” source ↗

Verified 2026-10-07 · High confidence. Always confirm on the official page before applying.