Export Assistance & International Market Entry

Exporting SMEs grow 2.5× faster than non-exporters

Of world GDP is outside Canada

Consumers accessible via Canadian FTAs

CanExport grant available @ 50% 🍁

🇺🇸 🇲🇽 CUSMA / USMCA

Canada-United States-Mexico Agreement

• Market: 500M consumers, $28 trillion GDP
• Key sectors: Manufacturing, auto, agriculture, digital
• Benefits: Zero tariffs on most goods
• Status: In force since July 2020

🌏 CPTPP

Comprehensive & Progressive Trans-Pacific Partnership

• Market: 11 countries, 500M consumers
• Countries: Japan, Australia, Singapore, Vietnam, Chile, Peru, Mexico, etc.
• Key sectors: Tech, seafood, agriculture, resources
• Benefits: Tariff elimination on 99% of goods

🇪🇺 CETA

Canada-European Union Comprehensive Economic & Trade Agreement

• Market: 27 EU countries, 450M consumers
• Key sectors: Food & beverage, tech, machinery, services
• Benefits: 98% tariff elimination + simplified customs
• Status: Provisionally applied since Sept 2017

🇬🇧 Canada-UK TCA

Canada-United Kingdom Trade Continuity Agreement

• Market: 67M consumers, $3.1 trillion GDP
• Key sectors: Financial services, tech, pharmaceuticals
• Benefits: CETA-based preferences maintained post-Brexit
• Status: In force since April 2021

🇮🇩 Canada-Indonesia CEPA

Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement

• Market: 275M consumers (4th most populous country)
• Key sectors: Mining, energy, infrastructure, education
• Benefits: Tariff elimination + improved market access
• Status: Negotiations concluded, implementation pending

EDC (Export Development Canada)

Canada's export credit agency - insurance & financing

Services:

• Export insurance: Protection against non-payment
• Working capital: Loans & guarantees up to $10M
• Contract insurance: Bid & performance bonds
• Political risk insurance: For emerging markets

BDC (Business Development Bank of Canada)

Federal development bank - loans & venture capital

Services:

• Growth financing: Up to $5M for expansion
• Export financing: Pre-shipment & receivables
• Venture capital: For high-growth tech companies
• Advisory services: Export coaching & mentoring

CDPQ ⚜️ Quebec

Caisse de dépôt et placement - investment capital

Services:

• Growth equity: $5M+ investments
• Strategic partnerships: For Quebec companies going global
• Infrastructure financing: Large-scale projects
• Network access: International investor connections

Investissement Québec International ⚜️

Export support agency for Quebec companies

Services:

• Market prospecting: Target market identification
• Trade missions: Organized delegations
• Foreign office support: In 25 countries
• Partner matching: Distributors, agents, investors

1. Export Readiness Assessment

Evaluate if you're ready to export and identify gaps

What's Included:

• Capacity assessment (production, cash flow, HR)
• Product/service export potential analysis
• Competitive positioning review
• Gap identification & remediation plan
• Grant eligibility assessment (CanExport)

2. Market Entry Strategy

Detailed plan for entering your target market

What's Included:

• Target market analysis (demand, competition, trends)
• Regulatory & compliance roadmap
• Distribution channel strategy
• Pricing & positioning strategy
• Marketing & sales plan
• 12-month implementation timeline

3. Export Financing Package

Secure capital & insurance for international expansion

What's Included:

• CanExport SME grant application (up to $100k @ 50%)
• EDC insurance application (credit & political risk)
• BDC working capital application
• Financial projections & cash flow modeling
• Application tracking & follow-up

4. FTA Compliance Audit

Ensure eligibility for preferential tariffs under CUSMA/CPTPP/CETA

What's Included:

• Rules of origin verification
• Certificate of origin preparation
• Tariff classification review
• Documentation requirements checklist
• Customs broker recommendations

Case: Manitoba Food Processor Enters US Market

Client: Specialty food manufacturer (Winnipeg, MB) | Product: Organic sauces & condiments