Level Up | Export Support & Global Growth Program

Level Up is an Alberta trade program that helps businesses become export-ready and grow in global markets. Through expert-led training, mentorship, and a mix of virtual and in-person learning, participants gain the knowledge, tools and confidence to expand internationally.

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How it works

Trade Hub

Your one-stop destination for Alberta trade resources, bringing together the information and supports businesses need to grow globally.

Resources include:

Export funding opportunities
Export guides and practical resources
Trade mission information
Free Trade Agreement snapshots
Trade announcements and updates
Alberta trade success stories
Interactive Alberta Trade Deal Map

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Courses

Flexible, on-demand learning focused on specific markets, sectors and export topics. Participants can build a learning path that matches their business goals.

Course Journey

Learn – Complete online courses at your own pace.
Apply – Join a live workshop to explore the topic in greater depth.
Grow – Access one-on-one mentorship with the course instructor for personalized guidance.

This flexible approach allows Alberta businesses to learn, connect and grow at every stage of their export journey.

Level Up is designed for Alberta businesses that are ready to dream bigger and grow globally

Alberta businesses meeting at least one of the following criteria are encouraged to apply:

participation in a trade mission (led by the Government of Alberta, Calgary Economic Development, Global Affairs Canada and/or Edmonton Global)
referral from government staff or a partner organization (Calgary Economic Development, Business Development Bank of Canada, Edmonton Global, Global Affairs Canada, JORI Logistics, Make More Creative)
completion of the Trade Accelerator Program
at least $250,000 in revenue during the most recent fiscal year

Find your community. Find your markets. Then level up on the global stage.

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Level Up Partners

Level Up is a Government of Alberta-funded trade development program, developed in partnership with Calgary Economic Development through the Ministry of Jobs, Economy, Trade and Immigration.