NOTE: This is a free virtual event for Atlantic Canadian businesses. If your company is located outside of Atlantic Canada and you wish to participate, you may be added to a waitlist for future opportunities. Priority will be given to businesses based in Atlantic Canada.

A link to this webinar will be provided to registered attendees before the start of the event.

Are you interested in exploring international markets? Join us for an exclusive virtual info session on key federal funding programs designed to support Canadian businesses in expanding globally. This event will provide essential insights into government-backed initiatives that can help you scale your business beyond Canada.

What to Expect:

Learn directly from industry experts about the latest funding opportunities, strategic resources, and success stories from Atlantic Canadian businesses that have successfully expanded into international markets.

Featured Presentations:

1) Market Entry Development Program (MEDP)

There has never been a better time to expand your business globally. The Market Entry Development Program (MEDP) is designed to help Atlantic Canadian businesses like yours break into new international markets with confidence and success.

We invite you to join us for this virtual information session to learn how the MEDP can support your export journey. During this session, you’ll discover:

✅ How the MEDP provides essential market insights and strategic guidance
✅ Opportunities to connect with potential buyers and industry partners
✅ Success stories from Atlantic businesses that have grown through the program

The MEDP is delivered by the Atlantic Chamber of Commerce and is an initiative of the Atlantic Trade and Investment Growth Strategy, funded in part by the Government of Canada and the four Atlantic Canadian provinces.

Speakers:

Darlene Boone, International Business Development Officer, Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency
Colin McCullagh, Managing Director, Trade Services at OCO Global

2) Going Global via Co-Innovation

Explore NRC IRAP International Programs, including co-innovation partnerships and technology demonstration projects that can propel your business into global markets. International programs include:

International Co-Innovation Action Plan (ICAP)
International Technology Pilot & Demonstration (ITPD) Program
Multinational Corporate Collaboration Program
NRC Three Bi-laterals: Germany, UK, Japan
Eureka: Network of > 45 countries and European Commission
Canada International Innovation Program (CIIP)

Speaker:

Ronda Gosselin, NRC IRAP International ITA (Industrial Technology Advisor), National Research Council Industrial Research Assistance Program

3) CanExport Funding Programs & Best Practices

Get an overview of the CanExport funding programs and learn best practices for navigating the application process to maximize your success.

Speaker:

Aline Le Blanc, Trade Commissioner, Global Affairs Canada, Atlantic Regional Office

Event Format:

Presentations from industry leaders
Live Q&A session
Interactive breakout rooms for one-on-one meetings with program experts

📅 Date: March 19, 2025
🕘 Time: 11:00am – 1:00 pm AT
📍 Location: Virtual

Who Should Attend?

Canadian business owners and entrepreneurs looking to expand internationally
Export managers and business development professionals
Innovators seeking funding for global expansion

Don’t miss this opportunity to gain valuable knowledge and access critical resources to fuel your international growth.

Register today and take the next step toward global success!

Federal Programs for Expansion and International R&D Collaboration