INTERNATIONAL EXPANSION PLANS?
The Ontario Government can help carry the freight. Export Market Access, an initiative of the Ontario Chamber of Commerce - with support and funding from the Government of Ontario - provides financial support to eligible Ontario-based companies carrying out eligible export development activities.
At a Glance: What You Need to Know Eligible Companies
 Currently established and operating in Ontario for 2 years
Have 5 to 500 employees
Minimum annual sales of $500,000
Compliance with governmental laws/regulations Eligible Activities
1. DIRECT CONTACTS
International trade shows/events, fairs, technical seminars and exhibits as well as incoming/outgoing missionsPreference will be given to companies with an international marketing / market entry plan
 Canada Export Centre specializes in establishing the most effective and profitable go-to-market strategy possible. We can help you develop, and most importantly, execute your plan. 2. MARKETING TOOLS
Developing promotional materials to be used for increasing awareness of goods/services
Examples include translation services and developing promotional materials to broadly market in foreign market(s)
Canada Export Centre can leverage its extensive network of global partners to direct and introduce applicants to experienced marketing and publicity firms. We can help develop the market specific tools and materials necessary to ensure market penetration success. 3. MARKET RESEARCH
Conducting market research for precise international marketing targeting
Developing market intelligence: Market size, trends, segmentation, buying attitudes, regulatory requirements, product requirements, distribution channels and competitor activities, strategy and performance
Canada Export Centre has conducted over 300 directed in-market studies on behalf of Canadian clients - the results have been over $60 million in new international trade contracts in 2008. 4. FOREIGN BIDDING PROJECTS
Bidding on foreign projects against foreign competition by professional service organizations (engineering, architecture, consulting ,construction, etc.)
Pre-feasibility studies and proposal preparation for the supply of Ontario goods/services
Canada Export Centre's highly trained teams of professionals can help with in-market communication and negotiation at high levels. Application and Funding
 Up to two applications per year – only one at a time
Up to 50% of eligible expenses to a maximum of $15,000 contribution per application (on occasion up to $17,500
per application)
 Financial statements, insurance and other support will be needed
Feedback within 30 days of application filling
For further details and how to apply, please click here About Canada Export Centre
The Canada Export Centre Corp. and its eight overseas offices generate and close international sales for clients.
For more information contact:
Mark Mensing, CEO
About Canadian Horizon Capital Corp
Canadian Horizon Capital Corp. provides corporate finance services exclusively to Canada Export Centre Corp. and its clients and referrals. We seek opportunities where we can integrate a wide range of corporate finance services, financial resources and the strengths of our teammates and allies across a broad spectrum of business situations. Please contact our Managing Director for more information on corporate finance-related opportunities.
For more information contact:
Tracy A. Moore, Managing Director
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