Open — Deadline May 29, 2026 Full-Service

CanExport SMEs

Export Market Development Program

$10,000 – $50,000

Expand your business internationally with 50% cost-sharing from the Government of Canada. Fund multilingual websites, international digital marketing, and e-commerce for export markets.

Application Period: Feb 4 — May 29, 2026. Don't miss the deadline.

Are You Eligible?

CanExport is for businesses looking to sell to new international markets:

3–500 employees

Full-time equivalent staff

$300K–$100M annual revenue

Canadian business revenue confirmed by CRA

Product or service ready for export

Not in concept/prototype stage

Targeting new international markets

At least one target country outside Canada

What We Can Build With CanExport

Our services map directly to eligible CanExport activities:

Multilingual Website Development

Localized sites for target markets with proper SEO

✓ Eligible

International E-Commerce Platform

Multi-currency checkout, international shipping integration

✓ Eligible

Digital Marketing for Export

Targeted campaigns, landing pages, market-specific content

✓ Eligible

AI-Powered Translation & Localization

AI chatbots for multilingual customer support

✓ Eligible

How to Apply

We help you prepare a competitive application:

Free Consultation

We discuss your export goals and confirm your eligibility. We help define which activities to include in the application.

Prepare Application

You submit the CanExport application through the TCS portal. We provide project descriptions, cost estimates, and timelines for the digital component.

Receive Approval & Start Building

Once approved, we begin building your international website or e-commerce platform.

Submit Claims & Get Reimbursed

Submit our invoice as proof of expenditure. CanExport reimburses 50% of eligible costs up to $50,000.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is this program competitive?

Yes, CanExport is competitive. Applications are reviewed and scored based on the quality of your export plan, market potential, and business capacity. Having a clear digital strategy strengthens your application — which is where we help.

Can I use it just for a multilingual website?

Yes! A multilingual website is one of the most common eligible activities. This can include translating existing content, creating market-specific landing pages, setting up international SEO, and adding localized checkout flows.

Do I need to already export to qualify?

No, you don't need to currently export. CanExport is specifically designed for companies looking to enter new international markets. However, your product or service must be ready for sale (not in prototype stage).

What about the US market specifically?

The US is a fully eligible target market. Many successful CanExport applications focus on US market entry with English-language websites optimized for American SEO, .com domains, and US-focused e-commerce with USD pricing.

DEADLINE: MAY 29, 2026

Go Global With 50% Funding

Book a free consultation to discuss your international expansion plans and prepare your application.

Free CanExport Consultation

We help prepare your application for maximum approval chances