Trade Accelerator Program
Up to $50,000GrantFederalGlobal Affairs Canada / Trade Commissioner Service
Intensive export readiness training and mentorship program for Canadian SMEs looking to enter or expand in international markets. Covers market assessment, export planning, and trade mission support.
Deadlines
- Intake type: Fixed intake windows
- Current intake: TAP Cohort Intake
- Typical processing time: 2-4 weeks
What you'll need
Export-Ready Canadian SME
Must be a Canadian SME with a product or service ready for international markets
Apply via Trade Commissioner Service
Register through the Trade Accelerator Program portal for the next available cohort
Official program page · Details verified Mar 26, 2026
Related funding
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- Export Saskatchewan Market Access Fund — Saskatchewan, up to $50,000
- Programme de soutien au developpement des marches d'exportation — Quebec, up to $75,000
- ACOA Regional Economic Growth through Innovation — Federal, up to $1,000,000+
- Black Entrepreneurship Loan Fund — Federal, up to $250,000