Support programs and services

​Innovation, Science and economic Development Canada
​Does your company have annual sales of at least $5 million and show promising growth? You may be eligible for the CED support program.

Ministère du Travail
Under this agreement, you are ensured equal treatment when bidding or working on construction projects in Ontario and Quebec.

Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada
International market intelligence, in-market trade expertise, international trade shows and other assistance to help agri-food exporters.

​Canada Border Services Agency
​You can use this card to help you cross the border faster when you travel for business to participating countries in the Asia-Pacific region.

Business Development Bank of Canada
Connect with highly experienced specialists who can help you better manage your business, increase revenues and optimize operations.

​Business Development Bank of Canada
Get advice on action oriented approaches focused on developing and implementing a strategy plan to increase your sales through knowledge sharing, coaching and support.

​Trade Commissioner Service
​Learn about export opportunities in international humanitarian and aid markets.

Immigration and citizenship
​Interested in moving to Canada to start a business? Find out if you can immigrate as a self-employed individual or receive a start-up visa.

​Canada Border Services Agency
​If you are a frequent and low-risk traveller, you can apply for access to speedier and easier entry into Canada.

Fédération des chambres de commerce du Québec
Get an export diagnostic and business plan, as well as help choosing trade corridors, finding suppliers and trading partners, and establishing your business.

Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada
If you’re an export-ready Canadian agriculture, food, or seafood company you can get access to government-approved and recognized national branding consisting of a new logo, modernized graphics, and branded taglines as well as access to a revamped marketing toolkit to help with promotional opportunities in international markets.

​Government of Canada
​If you manufacture, import, distribute or sell products, find out what you need to do to ensure that your products are safe.

​Global Affairs Canada, Trade Commissioner Service
Get up-to-date tariff information for specific products and countries where Canada has a Free Trade Agreement. Compare rates for multiple products or countries to improve your cost forecasting and identify your best options.

Global Affairs Canada, Trade Commissioner Service
Help to prepare your business for international markets, assess your organization’s potential, find contacts and resolve problems.

Procurement Services
Access open tenders for goods and services to find opportunities that your company is qualified for.

Export Development Canada
Find the trade information you need from export advisors, in order to grow your business in new markets such as the U.S., European Union and Mexico. Get answers to questions about customs, financing, paying taxes and more.

​Canada Revenue Agency
​If your non-manufacturing business adds limited value to goods destined for export, you could be exempt from paying GST/HST on certain imports.

Department of Finance Canada
Your Canadian manufacturing service company may qualify to import certain goods without paying GST or HST if those goods are later exported.

Canada Border Services Agency
Get pre-approved to move low-risk goods faster through the Canada-U.S. border.

​Canadian Commercial Corporation
Use this web-based application, exclusive to Canadian companies, to search through, evaluate and bid on opportunities from around the world.

Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada
If you're developing a new product, technology or process, an Innovation Advisor can provide you with free, one-on-one assistance to help you find the government supports that are right for your business. Our advisors are former entrepreneurs with established networks in both private and public sectors, and can help put you in touch with specialists in finance, technical advice and foreign market expertise, to help your business grow from here. Innovation Advisors help companies that are incorporated for profit in Canada. Is this you?

​Business and industry Canada
​Find resources to help support your trade activities, especially if you are new to importing or exporting.

Magnet
Use this free export business portal to match your business with relevant events and opportunities based on your export readiness, sector, location and goals. Get timely email updates about resources and services from export experts, and access a customizable dashboard.

​Canada Border Services Agency
You can use this card to help you cross the Canada-U.S. border faster when you travel for business.

Investissement Québec
Regional organizations provide export coaching, training and assistance.<

Department of Community and Government Services
Access open tenders for goods and services to find opportunities that your company is qualified for.

Ministry of Central Services
Access open tenders for goods and services to find opportunities that your company is qualified for.

Global Affairs Canada​
Learn about the agreements that can help protect your investments abroad.

Department of Highways and Public Works
Access open tenders for goods and services to find opportunities that your company is qualified for.