Foreign Affiliate Financing

For Canadian companies expanding beyond domestic borders, securing capital for overseas operations can be a major challenge. The Foreign Affiliate Financing program is designed to help address that gap by supporting Canadian businesses with subsidiaries operating outside Canada. Offered by Export Development Canada, this financing solution recognizes that international growth often requires on-the-ground investment, whether that’s scaling production, establishing local operations, or strengthening a foreign affiliate’s balance sheet.

Rather than focusing on grants or short-term support, this program provides repayable financing tailored to the needs of foreign subsidiaries that are majority-owned by Canadian companies. Funding amounts are structured around the size and scope of each project, making it suitable for a wide range of industries and business models. This can be particularly valuable for companies pursuing long-term international strategies, where access to stable financing can help manage risk, improve cash flow, and support sustained growth in global markets.

Because the program is available to businesses across Canada and is not limited to a specific sector, it offers flexibility for companies at different stages of international expansion. Businesses meeting certain requirements may be able to use this financing to complement other funding sources or to unlock opportunities that would be difficult to pursue otherwise. Reviewing the full details can help determine whether this type of international financing aligns with your company’s expansion plans.