How do I apply for STEP International Business Trip Support?

Visit Government of Saskatchewan, Saskatchewan Trade and Export Partnership's website for application instructions.

Who administers STEP International Business Trip Support?

This program is administered by Government of Saskatchewan, Saskatchewan Trade and Export Partnership.

Are there similar programs to STEP International Business Trip Support?

Yes! Canada Grants Database has similar programs in the Export & International Trade category. Browse our database to find more options that match your needs.

How can I improve my chances of getting approved for STEP International Business Trip Support?

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.

STEP International Business Trip Support

Q: What benefits does STEP International Business Trip Support provide?

STEP International Business Trip Support offers: grant, contribution. Financial support for international business trips and pre-market activities, helping businesses explore and enter new global markets.

Q: What size businesses can apply to STEP International Business Trip Support?

This program is available to: small, medium.

Government of Saskatchewan, Saskatchewan Trade and Export Partnership

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Foreign trip support for Saskatchewan businesses

Funding

Contact for details

Deadline

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Status

Accepting Applications

What Is This Program?

Get help planning a business trip to a foreign market your business is targeting for export.

What Benefits Are Offered?

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Financial support for international business trips and pre-market activities, helping businesses explore and enter new global markets.

Who Is Eligible?

Business Size: small, medium

Region: Canadian companies

Other Criteria: companies seeking international market entry/expansion, focused on pre-market activities

🏆 Detailed Application Guide

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📋What Are the Application Steps & Timeline?

📝Steps to Apply: Submit application at least 45 days prior to the event
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📤Submission Method: online
📅Key Dates: 45 days prior to the eventApplication Deadline
🔄Intake Type: fixed-deadline

📄What Documents Are Required?

✅Required Documents: Proof of incorporation or supporting documentation
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📎Optional Documents: Business plans
Studies
Reports
Documented procedures
Certificates
📐Format Requirements: PDF only, max 10MB
📥Templates Available: Market Diversification Program Evaluation Form
✉️Supporting Letters: None required

💰What Expenses Are Eligible?

🧾Eligible Expenses: fees for services provided by a consultant or external service provider
🚫Ineligible Expenses: operational expenses and staff wages
management or staff travel and per diem costs
consultant administration or management fees
fees for consultants outside of Canada unless it is demonstrated that the service is not available in Canada
meeting expenses (e.g., equipment rental, refreshments)
purchase of equipment or tools
in-kind volunteer labour or donated services or materials
📏Expense Caps: maximum reimbursement of $5,000.00 CAD per approved application per fiscal year
💳Payment Model: reimbursement
⏪Retroactive Expenses Eligible: No

🤝Is Matching Funding Required?

🔀Matching Required: Yes
📊Matching Ratio: 50%
🏦Eligible Matching Sources: cash
📚Stacking Rules: Applicants may not use other Canadian government funding (federal, provincial, or municipal) to cover the same eligible costs
🛡️Proof of Matching Required: Detailed invoices and receipts with clear proof of payments for consulting services

📊What Are the Reporting Requirements?

🗓️Reporting Frequency: final only
📑Reporting Requirements: Detailed invoices and receipts with clear proof of payments for consulting services
A complete project report and program evaluation form
🔍Audit Requirements: Applicants may be contacted up to six months after their return to request a report on the outcomes and results of the trade activity.
📢Branding Requirements: Applicants must comply with and abide by the rules and regulations of any trade show and local building and trade union agreements.
🗄️Record Retention Period: 7 years