EDC Financing Guide for Business Owners
This guide for business owners covers current Export Development Canada (EDC) financing programs, including repayable and non-repayable contributions, loans, and other types of support for entrepreneurs.
This is our dedicated “hub” page for Export Development Canada funding programs. We’ll continuously update this page to reflect changes in programs – so bookmark this page and check back often for updates!
Export Development Canada Mandate
Export Development Canada (EDC) is Canada’s Export Credit agency. Canada’s Export Development Act establishes EDC’s mandate: To support and develop Canada’s export trade and Canadian capacity to engage in that trade and to respond to international business opportunities.
EDC uses its unique trade knowledge and financial solutions to support and develop sustainable trade between Canada and the world, and to enhance Canada’s competitiveness in the international marketplace.
Export Development Canada Priorities
You can learn about EDC’s priorities by reading its 2030 Strategy.
Types of Funding Export Development Canada Offers
Export Development Canada offers loans, loan guarantees, investment and more.
Export Development Canada Funding Programs
Below are links to EDC’s specific programs:
EDC also provides other working capital solutions, including FX facility guarantees, letters of guarantee and surety bonds.