SituationalGrantUpcoming
CanExport Associations
Global Affairs Canada · Federal
In plain language
Funds up to 50% of association-level export development activities (market research, trade shows, matchmaking missions) — maximum $250K per project, one-year projects, April–March fiscal cycle. Only for national/regional industry associations, not individual businesses. 2026-27 intake is closed; expect 2027-28 call to open fall 2026. Competitive — GAC prioritizes associations with strong member engagement and measurable export outcomes. Worth pursuing if you run a sector association serving NL exporters; paperwork is substantial but a second-year renewal becomes easier once a template is built.
Realistic range
$20,000 – $250,000
Avg award
$120,000
Max advertised
$250,000
Cost share
50%
Accessibility
3 / 5
Effort
4 / 5
Deadline
Oct 15, 2026
Repayable?
No
Who qualifies
Entity types
Nonprofit
Sectors
Any sector
Regions
NL Wide
Demographics prioritized
None specifically
What you'll have to report
Quarterly activity and financial reports; export outcomes tracking across member companies; annual performance review against approved workplan.