Campus Alberta Small Business Engagement (CASBE) Program
At a glance
- Max. $150,000
- Open Date : March 12, 2024
- All industries
- Natural Sciences and Engineering Research Council of Canada
Overview
Eligibility criteria
- Alberta-based academics from Campus Alberta with at least one Alberta SME as an industry partner are eligible.
- Projects must focus on emerging technologies outlined in Alberta's research and commercialization priorities identified in the Alberta Technology and Innovation Strategy.
Who is eligible
Eligible companies for the Campus Alberta Small Business Engagement (CASBE) Program include:
- Alberta-based Small to Medium Enterprises (SMEs)
Eligible expenses
Eligible expenses for this grant include labor costs, materials, property acquisitions, software, professional services, sub-contractor costs, travel expenses, direct operating costs, GST on eligible expenses, and other pre-approved costs by Alberta Innovates.
- Labor costs
- Materials
- Property acquisitions
- Software
- Professional services
- Sub-contractor costs
- Travel expenses
- Direct operating costs
- GST on eligible expenses
- Pre-approved costs by Alberta Innovates
Evaluation & selection criteria
Yes, there are evaluation and selection criteria for the Campus Alberta Small Business Engagement (CASBE) Program. The evaluation process involves reviewing applications based on eligibility criteria, merit indicators from NSERC, and demonstrating Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion (EDI) in project plans.
- Eligibility criteria for the applicant, industry partner, and proposed project
- Merit indicators from NSERC, such as relevance and outcomes, partnership, quality of proposal, and training
- Demonstration of Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion (EDI) in project plans
How to apply
- Step 1: Review the CASBE program guide to understand the eligibility requirements and guidelines for the grant application. This step is crucial as it provides you with essential information to ensure your application aligns with the program requirements.
- Step 2: Contact the senior business partner listed (Shabbir Mustafiz) with your project idea. This contact will help determine if your project is aligned with the program requirements and assess its suitability for the grant.
- Step 3: If your project idea aligns with the program requirements, proceed to the SmartSimple online application portal to submit an intake form labeled Post-Secondary Investments & Emerging Technologies (PSIET). Ensure you select CASBE on the Funding Opportunities tab when filling out the form.
- Step 4: If your intake form is approved, you will be invited to submit an AI CASBE NSERC full proposal. Follow the guidelines in the CASBE Program Guide to complete your application.
Campus Alberta Small Business Engagement (CASBE) Program
Overview of the Campus Alberta Small Business Engagement (CASBE) Program
The Campus Alberta Small Business Engagement (CASBE) Program is a funding initiative that supports collaboration between Alberta post-secondary institutions and small-to-medium sized companies to adopt emerging technologies. With grants of up to $150,000 per year for a maximum of two years, the program aims to create jobs, enhance technical skills, solve real-world challenges, and foster a stronger ecosystem through collaboration between researchers and businesses. Eligible expenses include labor costs, materials, property acquisitions, software, professional services, travel, and more, while ineligible expenses encompass specific exclusions like interest on debt, losses on investments, advertising costs, and others. The program evaluation process involves reviewing applications based on eligibility criteria and merit indicators, emphasizing the practice of Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion (EDI). Interested applicants can apply by following the outlined steps in the CASBE Program Guide, engaging in collaborations on priority emerging technology areas aligned with Alberta's research and commercialization priorities.
