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Government of Canada, Export Development Canada
EDC — Inclusive Trade Investments Program
Amount
Varies
Deadline
Rolling
Odds
Not published
Effort
1–2 hours
Can you get this?
✓For Canadian exporters seeking equity capital
✓Must have international or export focus
Your real odds
EDC does not publish selection rates, but equity investments here go to businesses with real, demonstrated export traction.
EDC is a large institutional funder, so this is venture capital, not a grant competition. They are looking for growth potential and export ambition, and early-stage ideas are not what they are here for.
What it takes
Confirm eligibility: Canadian small business, underrepresented founder identity, export activity or clear export plan1–2 hours
Review EDC's Investments page and contact EDC directly to discuss fit1–3 days
Prepare business and export growth materials for EDC's due diligence process2–4 weeks
Worth knowing
EDC takes a stake in your business, so understand the terms before you engage, and come prepared with a clear international growth story.
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