Looking to take your Toronto business global?
The World Trade Centre Toronto’s Trade Accelerator Program (TAP) helps small and medium-sized businesses turn international ambitions into real growth. Backed by top export advisors and delivered in partnership with the City of Toronto, TAP provides leaders, CEOs, owners and c-suite executives with expert coaching, tailored resources, and proven strategies.
In just six weeks, participants build a customized export plan through hands-on workshops and one-on-one mentoring, gaining the clarity and confidence to grow worldwide.
Successful participants will be eligible to apply for a micro-grant of $5,000 to assist with the growth and expansion of their business.
WHEN & WHERE
- Week 1 (In-Person): August 26, North York
- Week 2 (Virtual): Date, TBC
- Week 3 (Virtual): Date, TBC
- Week 4 (In-Person): September 21st, 2026, North York
ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS
Eligible entrepreneurs must have small businesses that meet the following criteria:
- Must be located in Toronto with ability to demonstrate proof of physical address,
- Must be a registered business at the time of application (Sole Proprietor, Partnership or Corporation) and this business registration documentation (Master Business License or Articles of Incorporation) must show a Toronto address,
- Must have a commercial business bank account at the time of application which corresponds with Business Registration documentation,
- Must have been in operation for minimum 6 months and up to 10 years and be able to demonstrate financial activity statements for this period,
- Must have majority ownership and the ability to demonstrate proof of ownership and/or shareholder agreement,
- Must not be a past recipient of the Retail Accelerator Program and any stream of the Starter Company Plus Grant or other funding from a Small Business Enterprise Centre within Ontario,
- Businesses that require certification and/or license must be current at the time of application,
- Businesses that operate year-round i.e. not seasonal businesses) with consistent revenues month over month,
- Must be able to commit to in-person and/or virtual entrepreneurship training,
- Must have already invested 25 per cent of the grant amount ($1,250) into the business at the time of application (cash, marketing efforts, equipment, commercial rent or other legitimate startup expenses).
Applications are now open. Apply by July 16 at 4 PM
To learn more about the program, register for an online information session on one of the following dates:
FEES
Thanks to our generous partners, this special cohort is being offered free of charge to Toronto businesses.
KEY CONTACT
Carissa Consoli | cconsoli@bot.com
