Supporting Indigenous-owned and -led businesses to grow and succeed internationally.
Supporting Indigenous-owned and -led businesses to grow and succeed internationally.
Every time you make a sale, send a shipment, or provide a service, there’s a chance you won’t get paid. With EDC Credit Insurance, 90% of your insured losses are covered if your customer doesn’t pay.
EDC can offer your financial institution a guarantee of repayment on the money you borrow, making it easier for you to access working capital.
Sharpen your global business skills and boost your export know-how with short, practical modules on cash flow, international contracts, foreign exchange risk, IP protection and much more.
Learn how to build a global Indigenous brand identity to help your company thrive internationally.
Learn about programs that help Indigenous exporters to access capital and enter new markets.
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Risk is an inevitable part of doing business internationally. However, identifying common risks is the first step in any risk mitigation plan.
Helping small- and medium-sized companies understand and manage the risk of doing business internationally.
EDC’s Todd Evans gives an overview of the Indigenous business community in Canada, its unique challenges and how EDC can help.
The Canadian Council for Aboriginal Business (CCAB) positions Aboriginal business at the focal point for strengthening Aboriginal communities, promoting progressive and prosperous relationships, and growing a new economy based on mutual respect and shared prosperity.
Cando (Council for the Advancement of Native Development Officers) is a national Indigenous organization involved in community economic development. We build capacity which strengthens Indigenous economies by providing programs and services to Economic Development Officers. Cando is the only national organization that focuses on education and professional development for EDOs working in Indigenous communities or organizations.
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