| Administered by | Export Development Canada (Crown corporation) |
|---|---|
| Who qualifies | Canadian incorporated businesses of all sizes that export goods, software or services, or are actively preparing to export |
| Region | Canada |
| Official page | www.edc.ca/en/solutions.html |
How EDC backs Canadian exporters
- Bank loan guarantees. EDC guarantees a significant share of commercial bank operating lines and term loans to help exporters fulfil international purchase orders.
- Accounts receivable protection. Insurance on international receivables against buyer insolvency, contract default and political transfer risk.
- Direct foreign buyer loans. Medium-term financing that lets international customers buy Canadian capital goods.
What to know
EDC is a Crown corporation that makes its own credit and insurance decisions. Guarantee and coverage percentages vary by product, transaction and company profile.
How we can help
We help place EDC solutions within the overall export plan, coordinate applications with grants such as CanExport SMEs, and prepare a coherent file. Decisions rest with EDC and the financial institutions.
Frequently asked questions
What Canadian businesses are eligible for EDC support?
Canadian incorporated businesses of all sizes that currently export goods, software or professional services, or are actively preparing to enter an export market.
How does the Export Guarantee Program work with my bank?
EDC works directly with your Canadian commercial bank to provide a federal guarantee that encourages the bank to increase your operating credit limit.
Can we combine EDC financing with CanExport SMEs?
Yes. Many exporters use CanExport to fund travel, trade show marketing and foreign legal setup, while relying on EDC guarantees to fund purchase order fulfilment.
Official sources
- Export Development Canada — Solutions — guarantees, credit insurance and buyer financing
Canadian Funding Partners Inc. is an independent advisory firm and does not administer this program. Rates, ceilings and eligibility are set by the administering authority and change. Confirm current terms with the official source before relying on them.