United States market intelligence

EDC is committed to providing Canadian companies with knowledge and solutions to help you navigate this challenging time

The Canadian and U.S. economies are intricately linked through trade. Our countries traded an average of $2.5 million in bilateral goods and services every minute of every day in 2023. The U.S. is Canada’s largest trading partner, where approximately 75% of Canadian exports go. 

At Export Development Canada (EDC), we understand this is a time of uncertainty for Canadian businesses and we are committed to providing the support and information they need to succeed.

How EDC supports Canadian exporters

For 80 years, EDC has been helping Canadian companies expand on the global stage. Through economic upturns and downturns, whether under protectionist policies or free trade, we’ve stood by your side. As you consider your next shipment, contract or market, what’s your biggest concern?

• Do you need more working capital to purchase additional inventory?
• Are you looking to set up operations abroad through merger or acquisition (M&A)?
• Are you worried about how currency fluctuations could impact your bottom line?
• Is the thought of non-payment, or refusal to accept goods, by your international customer keeping you up at night? 
• Are you looking to expand your operations into other markets and need financing or business connections? 

We can help with these challenges, and more. Reach out to get started. 

New to EDC? Take a quick assessment to see how we can support your business.

Already an EDC customer? Contact your EDC relationship manager or call us at 1-800-229-0575.

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How can I protect my business against volatile currencies? 

• Webinar: Protect your profits from currency risk
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How can I expand my business through M&A?

• Webinar: Unlock new markets with mergers & acquisitions
• Checklist: Assess your company’s readiness for mergers and acquisitions in 2025
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How can my business expand beyond Canada and the U.S.?

• Article: Manage risk through market diversification
• Webinar: Diversify your global markets to hedge against risks

Questions about exporting to the U.S.?

• Export Help Hub : Find answers to the latest questions about the US market.
• Have a question about exporting? Ask the Export Help Team

Insights from our alliances and partners

EDC works with a wide array of partners and financial institutions, within Canada and abroad, to support Canadian exporters. We’re an integral part of Canada’s trade team—six interconnected agencies, including the Trade Commissioner Service, that work together to support Canadian companies throughout their export journey. Explore their resources to learn how they can support your export journey.

• BDC Small business loan: Apply online for up to $100,000
• Canadian Chamber of Commerce:  Visit the Canada-US trade tracker, a new tool designed to illustrate the ties between our two economies
• Business Benefits Finder: Get a tailored list of government programs and services for your business
• Canada’s trade team webinar: Discover the programs and services available to support your business growth and international expansion
• Canada.ca: Visit the Export from Canada page, your  one stop shop for export essentials
• The Business Development Bank of Canada (BDC) offers financing, advisory solutions and capital to small- and medium-sized business in all industries and at all stages of growth.  
• The Canadian Commercial Corporation (CCC) supports you to pursue sales to foreign governments at all levels and provides a government-to-government contracting mechanism that de-risks the transaction for both you and your buyer.  
• Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada (ISED) helps you find and take advantage of the government services you need to expand or scale up your business in Canada and around the world.  
• The Trade Commissioner Service (TCS) offers tailored export advisory services, funding, qualified  business contacts, accelerator programs and support at trade events, provided by our on-the-ground network in 160+ cities worldwide.