How do I apply for Export Enhancement and Diversification Fund?

Visit Government of Prince Edward Island, Innovation PEI's website for application instructions.

Who administers Export Enhancement and Diversification Fund?

This program is administered by Government of Prince Edward Island, Innovation PEI.

Are there similar programs to Export Enhancement and Diversification Fund?

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How can I improve my chances of getting approved for Export Enhancement and Diversification Fund?

Our detailed breakdown covers step-by-step application instructions, required document checklists, and eligible expense breakdowns so you know exactly what to prepare before applying.

Export Enhancement and Diversification Fund

Government of Prince Edward Island, Innovation PEI

🌍 Export & International Trade🌍 Export🗺️ Provincial🏪 Small Business📢 Marketing📈 Growth

Get funding to face the implementation of tariffs by the USA

Funding

Contact for details

Deadline

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Status

Accepting Applications

What Is This Program?

If you are a Prince Edward Island exporter or an export-ready business, you can get help with marketing and trade costs to execute your export plans and activities to explore new global export opportunities to diversify and enhance your business.

🏆 Detailed Application Guide

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📋What Are the Application Steps & Timeline?

📝Steps to Apply: Consult with Innovation PEI for project suitability
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🌐Application Portal: https://www.princeedwardisland.ca/en/service/export-enhancement-and-diversification-fund
📤Submission Method: online
🔄Intake Type: rolling

📄What Documents Are Required?

✅Required Documents: detailed description of the business’s activities
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📐Format Requirements: PDF only, max 10MB

💰What Expenses Are Eligible?

🧾Eligible Expenses: Transportation costs (economy fare, car rental, taxi/tolls)
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🚫Ineligible Expenses: Non-itemized credit card slips
Other charges not specified as eligible
📏Expense Caps: No specific caps mentioned on expense categories, but total funding is limited to $32,000 per business.
💳Payment Model: reimbursement
⏪Retroactive Expenses Eligible: No

🤝Is Matching Funding Required?

🔀Matching Required: Yes
📊Matching Ratio: 10% minimum
🏦Eligible Matching Sources: cash
in-kind
📚Stacking Rules: Cumulative government assistance is allowed up to 90%.
🛡️Proof of Matching Required: Documentation to prove matching funds is not specified.

📊What Are the Reporting Requirements?

🗓️Reporting Frequency: final only
📑Reporting Requirements: Post Mission Survey
🔍Audit Requirements: Innovation PEI reserves the right to deny a grant application or request for payment if it suspects or detects fraudulent intent.
📢Branding Requirements: Acknowledge funding from Innovation PEI and the Government of Canada in promotional materials.
🗄️Record Retention Period: 7 years