Trade Commissioner Service — Canadian Technology Accelerators
Government of Canada, Global Affairs Canada, Trade Commissioner Service
Overview
Explore opportunities to grow your business in 12 global tech hubs worldwide. Get support for your high-potential technology company in the cleantech, digital industries, information and communications technologies (ICT), life sciences, and digital health fields.
At a glance
| Categories | advisory |
|---|---|
| Status | Accepting applications |
| Region | ALL |
| Sectors | general |
Eligibility and requirements
You Have a differentiated minimum viable product Can prove the high potential of your business through its revenues, investments, or numbers of users Have a go-to-market plan to scale your business, including key performance indicators Have proven traction in the domestic marketplace Have a committed management team with at least one C-level member who can participate in the program Have the financial resources to cover in-market costs Use this to Get: access to a vast network of trade commissioners coaching and mentoring by industry leaders support to refine your international business and market-entry strategies introductions to potential partners and clients introductions to investors and venture capitalists access to a collaborative workspace (where available)
How it works
On the Canadian Technology Accelerator homepage, search for an international program by business line or location that’s a good fit for your exporting needs ( Tip: If you’re unsure, you can contact a trade commissioner directly for advice). Submit an online application and include information about your business’ goals, financials, as well as references from other government-funded programs, like the Business Development Bank of Canada (BDC) or the Industrial Research Assistance Program (IRAP). A panel of in-market industry experts will review your application. If successful, they will get back to you and make sure you can commit the time and money for your executive team to participate in the program virtually or in-person once travel restrictions are lifted.
How Mona Studio helps business owners use this program
Trade Commissioner Service — Canadian Technology Accelerators 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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