Global Market Development Fund – Book

Government of Ontario, Ontario Creates

Overview

Grants to cover up to 50% (at a maximum of $15,000) for a publishing company’s eligible expenses to engage in international business and book market development activities.

At a glance

Categoriesgrant
Funding$15,000 (up to 50% of eligible costs)
StatusNot accepting applications
Closing date2026-05-01
RegionON
Sectorsgeneral

Eligibility and requirements

You Are an export-ready book publisher Have been in operation in Ontario for at least one year Have minimum sales revenues from Canadian-authored titles of $20,000 Derive more than 50% of your total sales revenues for the company from book sales Have at least 50% of your titles written by authors who are neither shareholders nor owners Have a minimum of 6 Canadian-authored titles in print, and have at least 2 books currently signed and/or in production Use this to Participate virtually and in-person in key international industry markets and events Participate in planned sales trips to key territories to meet with identified leads Participate in trade missions organized by industry associations and government agencies Note: Proposed activities must take place outside of Ontario. All activities, whether virtual or in-person, must focus on international audience and business development opportunities.

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Global Market Development Fund – Book is one of many Canadian funding options listed in our grant finder. Mona Studio helps general teams translate program requirements into a practical workflow or AI adoption scope for leadership review, grant writers, and lenders. We summarize eligibility and funding here for discovery — confirm all details on the official program website before applying.

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