CanExport Community Investments

CanExport Community Investments will be accepting proposals for the 2026-27 year in the fall of 2025.

The CanExport Community Investments program provides financial support to Canadian communities to help them attract, retain, and expand foreign direct investment (FDI). It supports communities' capacity to create jobs for Canadians, support innovation and increase export

The program provides non-repayable grants between $3,000 and $500,000 to cover up to 50% of eligible expenses. Agreements are made for a one-year period, from April 1 to March 31.

Communities portal

Access the CanExport Communities portal to:

  • get notified about key program dates and deadlines
  • access funding applications and manage program administration

Who can apply

  • communities seeking to improve their capacity to attract, retain and expand FDI
  • non-profit partnerships at the local community level

Watch our registration video for step-by-step instructions on how to register your organization for the CanExport Community Investments funding program.

Review our Applicant’s Guide to enhance the quality of your submission.

Additional Information

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