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Digital Transformation Grants in the Canadian Prairies for 2026

Across Alberta, Saskatchewan, and Manitoba, organizations can access federal, regional, and provincial support to fund digital adoption and Industry 4.0. Programs in the Prairies target e‑commerce, ERP, CRM, cybersecurity, AI/ML, cloud migration, data analytics, and workforce upskilling. This directory explains the landscape, eligibility, and application steps to help businesses choose the right non‑repayable contributions and tax incentives

68 programs
  • Prairies Economic Development Canada (PrairiesCan) logo
    Grant and FundingLoans and Capital investmentsOpen

    Regional Tariff Response Initiative (RTRI) — Prairie Provinces — Pivot projects

    Prairies Economic Development Canada (PrairiesCan)
    Supports tariff-affected Prairie businesses with pivot projects that improve productivity, develop markets and strengthen supply chains, and organizations helping these businesses adapt.
    Eligible Funding
    From $500,000 to $20,000,000 · Up to 90% of project cost
    Types of eligible projects
    TechnologyDigital Transformation
    Legal Structure
    Non-profit, Public or Parapublic institution, For-profit business, Social economy enterprise
    Timeline
    Closing date : December 31, 2028
    Alberta, Manitoba, Saskatchewan, Canada
  • Alberta Women Entrepreneurs (AWE) logo
    Grant and FundingLoans and Capital investmentsOpen

    Alberta Women Entrepreneurs Programs

    Alberta Women Entrepreneurs (AWE)
    Programs and financing for women entrepreneurs
    Eligible Funding
    Varies by project
    Eligible Industries
    All industries
    Types of eligible projects
    Digital Transformation
    Legal Structure
    For-profit business, Sole proprietorship
    Alberta, Canada
  • Rozsa Foundation logo
    Grant and FundingOpen

    Arts Management Systems Funding

    Rozsa Foundation
    Supports arts organizations’ management systems
    Eligible Funding
    Maximum amount : 20,000 $
    Eligible Industries
    Arts, entertainment and recreation
    Types of eligible projects
    TechnologyHuman ResourcesDigital Transformation
    Legal Structure
    Non-profit
    Alberta, Canada
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  • Rogers logo
    Grant and FundingOpen

    bourses d'études ted rogers

    Rogers
    Support for technology students at partner universities
    Eligible Funding
    Maximum amount : 100,000 $
    Eligible Industries
    Educational services
    Types of eligible projects
    InnovationDigital Transformation
    Canada
  • Government of Manitoba logo
    Grant and FundingOpen

    Building Sector Capacity, Growth and Competitiveness

    Government of Manitoba
    Supports agri-processing modernization and capacity growth in Manitoba
    Eligible Funding
    Maximum amount : 2,500,000 $ · Up to 25% of project cost
    Types of eligible projects
    CommercializationTechnologyDigital Transformation
    Legal Structure
    For-profit business, Financial cooperative, Non-profit, Sole proprietorship, Public or Parapublic institution, Non-financial cooperative
    Timeline
    Closing date : December 31, 2026
    Manitoba, Canada
  • Creative Saskatchewan logo
    Grant and FundingOpen

    Business Improvement Grant

    Creative Saskatchewan
    Funding for creative business growth and efficiency
    Eligible Funding
    Maximum amount : 15,000 $ · Up to 50% of project cost
    Types of eligible projects
    CommercializationHuman ResourcesInnovationDigital Transformation
    Timeline
    Open Date : April 22, 2026 · Closing date : February 3, 2027
    Saskatchewan, Canada
  • Government of Alberta logo
    Expert AdviceOpen

    Business Link — One-on-one advice

    Government of Alberta, Business Link
    Free personalized guidance for Alberta businesses
    Eligible Funding
    Varies by project
    Eligible Industries
    All industries
    Types of eligible projects
    Business BuyoutDigital Transformation
    Legal Structure
    For-profit business, Sole proprietorship
    Alberta, Canada

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  • Creative Saskatchewan logo
    Grant and FundingOpen

    Digital Game Development Grant

    Creative Saskatchewan
    Funding for commercial digital game development
    Eligible Funding
    Maximum amount : 50,000 $ · Up to 50% of project cost
    Types of eligible projects
    CommercializationInnovationDigital Transformation
    Timeline
    Open Date : May 20, 2026 · Closing date : November 18, 2026
    Saskatchewan, Canada
  • Government of Manitoba logo
    Other SupportExpert AdviceOpen

    Digital Services Program

    Government of Manitoba, Manitoba Chambers of Commerce (MMDF)
    Free digital advisory services for Manitoba businesses
    Eligible Funding
    Up to 100% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    Professional, scientific and technical services
    Types of eligible projects
    TechnologyDigital Transformation
    Legal Structure
    For-profit business, Sole proprietorship
    Manitoba, Canada
  • Grant and FundingOpen

    HRJ Consulting Grants

    HRJ Consulting (HRJ)
    Flexible funding for aligned nonprofit initiatives
    Eligible Funding
    Varies by project
    Eligible Industries
    Professional, scientific and technical services, Educational services, Health care and social assistance
    Types of eligible projects
    CommercializationArtificial Intelligence (AI)TechnologyConstruction and Renovation InnovationDigital Transformation
    Legal Structure
    Non-profit
    Alberta, Canada
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  • Government of Canada logo
    Partnering and CollaborationGrant and FundingOpen

    Jobs and Growth Fund in Western Canada

    Government of Canada
    Funding for growth, jobs and resilience
    Eligible Funding
    Up to 100% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    Manufacturing, Professional, scientific and technical services, Administrative and support, waste management and remediation services, Accommodation and food services
    Types of eligible projects
    CommercializationEnvironment and ClimateDigital Transformation
    Alberta, BC, Manitoba, Saskatchewan, Canada
  • Manitoba Arts Council (MAC) logo
    Other SupportGrant and FundingOpen

    MAC — Strengthen

    Manitoba Arts Council (MAC)
    Support for arts organizations to strengthen capacity
    Eligible Funding
    Maximum amount : 5,000 $
    Eligible Industries
    Arts, entertainment and recreation
    Types of eligible projects
    InnovationDigital Transformation
    Manitoba, Canada
  • Creative Saskatchewan logo
    Grant and FundingOpen

    Marketing Grant

    Creative Saskatchewan
    Marketing support to improve visibility and generate sales
    Eligible Funding
    Maximum amount : 25,000 $ · Up to 50% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    Information and cultural industries, Arts, entertainment and recreation
    Types of eligible projects
    CommercializationDigital Transformation
    Legal Structure
    Non-profit
    Saskatchewan, Canada

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  • Government of Alberta logo
    Grant and FundingOpen

    Other Initiatives Program (OIP)

    Government of Alberta, Women and Gender Equality Canada (WAGE)
    Community support for urgent Alberta projects
    Eligible Funding
    Varies by project
    Eligible Industries
    All industries
    Types of eligible projects
    CommercializationArtificial Intelligence (AI)TechnologyEnvironment and ClimateConstruction and Renovation Human ResourcesBusiness BuyoutInnovationDigital Transformation
    Legal Structure
    Non-profit
    Alberta, Canada
  • Pembina-Manitou Area Foundation (PMAF) logo
    Grant and FundingOpen

    Pembina-Manitou Area Foundation Grants

    Pembina-Manitou Area Foundation (PMAF)
    Local funding for community projects and charities
    Eligible Funding
    Varies by project
    Eligible Industries
    Educational services, Health care and social assistance, Arts, entertainment and recreation
    Types of eligible projects
    Construction and Renovation InnovationDigital Transformation
    Legal Structure
    Non-profit
    Manitoba, Canada
  • Canadian Agri-Food Automation and Intelligence Network (CAAIN) logo
    Other SupportPartnering and CollaborationOpen

    Prairie Agtech Validation Program

    Canadian Agri-Food Automation and Intelligence Network (CAAIN)
    Supports prairie agtech validation with producers and research experts
    Eligible Funding
    Varies by project
    Eligible Industries
    Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting, Professional, scientific and technical services
    Types of eligible projects
    CommercializationArtificial Intelligence (AI)TechnologyInnovationDigital Transformation
    Legal Structure
    For-profit business
    Alberta, Manitoba, Saskatchewan, Canada
  • Government of Saskatchewan logo
    Tax CreditsOpen

    Saskatchewan Technology Startup Incentive (STSI)

    Government of Saskatchewan, Innovation Saskatchewan (IS)
    Money to invest in tech startups in Sask.
    Eligible Funding
    Maximum amount : 2,000,000 $ · Up to 45% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    Information and cultural industries, Professional, scientific and technical services
    Types of eligible projects
    CommercializationArtificial Intelligence (AI)TechnologyEnvironment and ClimateDigital Transformation
    Legal Structure
    For-profit business
    Saskatchewan, Canada
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  • Creative Saskatchewan logo
    Grant and FundingOpen

    Showcase or Sell Travel Grant

    Creative Saskatchewan
    Travel support for creative market opportunities
    Eligible Funding
    Maximum amount : 15,000 $ · Up to 50% of project cost
    Types of eligible projects
    CommercializationConstruction and Renovation InnovationDigital Transformation
    Timeline
    Open Date : April 22, 2026
    Saskatchewan, Canada
  • Government of Manitoba logo
    Grant and FundingOpening Soon

    Manitoba Accessibility Fund

    Government of Manitoba, Manitoba Housing (MHRC), Manitoba Accessibility Office
    Funding for Manitoba accessibility improvement projects
    Eligible Funding
    Maximum amount : 50,000 $ · Up to 100% of project cost
    Types of eligible projects
    Human ResourcesDigital Transformation
    Legal Structure
    Non-profit, Public or Parapublic institution, For-profit business
    Timeline
    Open Date : October 5, 2026 · Closing date : November 27, 2026
    Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada
  • Government of Alberta logo
    Grant and FundingClosed

    Enhanced Capacity Advancement Program (ECAP)

    Government of Alberta, Alberta Ministry of Arts, Culture and Status of Women (ACSW)
    Supports Alberta non-profits in advancing sector-wide capacity building
    Eligible Funding
    Maximum amount : 150,000 $
    Eligible Industries
    Other services (except public administration), Public administration
    Types of eligible projects
    Human ResourcesDigital Transformation
    Legal Structure
    Non-profit, Public or Parapublic institution
    Alberta, Canada

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  • Alberta Innovates logo
    Researchers And FacilitiesPartnering and CollaborationGrant and FundingClosed

    Accelerating Innovations into CarE (AICE) – Tech for Healthy Aging

    Alberta Innovates
    Supports technologies for healthy aging
    Eligible Funding
    Maximum amount : 300,000 $ · Up to 50% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    All industries
    Types of eligible projects
    CommercializationArtificial Intelligence (AI)TechnologyInnovationDigital Transformation
    Legal Structure
    For-profit business, Public or Parapublic institution
    Alberta, Canada
  • Department of Agriculture of Manitoba logo
    Grant and FundingClosed

    Agri-processing Productivity Improvement

    Department of Agriculture of Manitoba
    Supports agri-processing productivity upgrades
    Eligible Funding
    Maximum amount : 10,000 $ · Up to 50% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    Manufacturing
    Types of eligible projects
    InnovationDigital Transformation
    Legal Structure
    Non-profit
    Manitoba, Canada
  • Alberta Innovates logo
    Partnering and CollaborationGrant and FundingClosed

    Alberta Innovates — Agri-Food and Bioindustrial Innovation Program

    Alberta Innovates
    Funding for agri-food and bioindustrial innovation
    Eligible Funding
    Maximum amount : 500,000 $ · Up to 75% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting, Construction, Manufacturing
    Types of eligible projects
    CommercializationArtificial Intelligence (AI)TechnologyEnvironment and ClimateConstruction and Renovation InnovationDigital Transformation
    Legal Structure
    Non-profit, Public or Parapublic institution, For-profit business
    Alberta, Canada
  • Alberta Innovates logo
    Grant and FundingClosed

    Alberta Innovates — Digital Innovation in Clean Energy (DICE)

    Alberta Innovates
    Funding for digital clean energy technology development
    Eligible Funding
    Maximum amount : 250,000 $ · Up to 50% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    Mining, quarrying, and oil and gas extraction, Utilities, Professional, scientific and technical services
    Types of eligible projects
    Artificial Intelligence (AI)TechnologyEnvironment and ClimateInnovationDigital Transformation
    Legal Structure
    Non-profit, Sole proprietorship, Public or Parapublic institution, For-profit business
    Alberta, Canada
  • Alberta Innovates logo
    Researchers And FacilitiesPartnering and CollaborationGrant and FundingClosed

    Alberta Innovates — Health Innovation Platform Partnerships Program

    Alberta Innovates
    Supports Alberta health innovation platforms
    Eligible Funding
    Maximum amount : 200,000 $ · Up to 75% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    Health care and social assistance
    Types of eligible projects
    CommercializationArtificial Intelligence (AI)TechnologyInnovationDigital Transformation
    Legal Structure
    Non-profit, Public or Parapublic institution, For-profit business
    Alberta, Canada
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  • Alberta Innovates logo
    Grant and FundingClosed

    Alberta Innovates — Health Innovations

    Alberta Innovates, Government of Alberta
    Funding for health solutions in Alberta
    Eligible Funding
    Maximum amount : 200,000 $ · Up to 75% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    Health care and social assistance
    Types of eligible projects
    CommercializationArtificial Intelligence (AI)InnovationDigital Transformation
    Legal Structure
    Non-profit, Public or Parapublic institution, For-profit business
    Alberta, Canada
  • Alberta Innovates logo
    Grant and FundingClosed

    Alberta Innovates — Land and Biodiversity Program

    Alberta Innovates
    Support for sustainable land and biodiversity innovation
    Eligible Funding
    Varies by project
    Eligible Industries
    Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting, Mining, quarrying, and oil and gas extraction, Utilities
    Types of eligible projects
    Artificial Intelligence (AI)TechnologyEnvironment and ClimateInnovationDigital Transformation
    Legal Structure
    Non-profit, Sole proprietorship, Public or Parapublic institution, For-profit business
    Alberta, Canada
  • Government of Alberta logo
    Grant and FundingClosed

    Alberta Innovates — Micro Voucher Program

    Government of Alberta, Alberta Innovates
    Supports Alberta tech companies developing innovative technology solutions
    Eligible Funding
    Maximum amount : 10,000 $
    Eligible Industries
    Professional, scientific and technical services
    Types of eligible projects
    CommercializationInnovationDigital Transformation
    Legal Structure
    For-profit business
    Alberta, Canada
  • Alberta Media Fund (AMF) logo
    Grant and FundingWage Subsidies And InternsClosed

    Alberta Media Fund - Interactive Digital Media Grant

    Alberta Media Fund (AMF)
    Labour-based funding for Alberta digital media companies
    Eligible Funding
    Maximum amount : 200,000 $ · Up to 35% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    All industries
    Types of eligible projects
    CommercializationDigital Transformation
    Legal Structure
    For-profit business, Sole proprietorship, Non-profit
    Alberta, Canada

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  • Alberta Innovates logo
    Researchers And FacilitiesPartnering and CollaborationGrant and FundingClosed

    Campus Alberta Small Business Engagement (CASBE) Program

    Alberta Innovates, Natural Sciences and Engineering Research Council of Canada (NSERC)
    Funding for Alberta academic-industry technology collaboration
    Eligible Funding
    Maximum amount : 150,000 $
    Eligible Industries
    Manufacturing, Information and cultural industries, Professional, scientific and technical services, Educational services
    Types of eligible projects
    CommercializationArtificial Intelligence (AI)TechnologyInnovationDigital Transformation
    Legal Structure
    For-profit business
    Alberta, Canada
  • Community Foundation of Portage & District Inc. logo
    Grant and FundingClosed

    Community Foundation of Portage and District Grant Program

    Community Foundation of Portage & District Inc.
    Funding for charitable community projects
    Eligible Funding
    Varies by project
    Eligible Industries
    Educational services, Health care and social assistance, Arts, entertainment and recreation, Other services (except public administration)
    Types of eligible projects
    TechnologyEnvironment and ClimateConstruction and Renovation InnovationDigital Transformation
    Legal Structure
    Non-profit
    Portage La Prairie, Manitoba, Canada
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  • Alberta Innovates logo
    Grant and FundingClosed

    Digital Health Sandbox

    Alberta Innovates
    Accelerates digital health technology adoption in Alberta clinical settings
    Eligible Funding
    Maximum amount : 300,000 $
    Eligible Industries
    Professional, scientific and technical services, Educational services, Health care and social assistance, Public administration
    Types of eligible projects
    CommercializationTechnologyInnovationDigital Transformation
    Legal Structure
    For-profit business, Public or Parapublic institution
    Alberta, Canada
  • Alberta Innovates logo
    Partnering and CollaborationGrant and FundingClosed

    Digital4Health – Disrupting Benefits Challenge

    Alberta Innovates
    Supports digital health care model pilots in Alberta
    Eligible Funding
    Maximum amount : 200,000 $
    Eligible Industries
    Utilities, Manufacturing, Finance and insurance, Professional, scientific and technical services
    Types of eligible projects
    CommercializationDigital Transformation
    Alberta, Canada
  • Government of Manitoba logo
    Grant and FundingClosed

    Disaster Financial Assistance (DFA) – Non-Profit Organizations

    Government of Manitoba, Manitoba Tax Assistance Office (TAO)
    Disaster recovery support for Manitoba applicants
    Eligible Funding
    Maximum amount : 2,400,000 $
    Eligible Industries
    Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting, Construction, Retail trade, Real estate and rental and leasing
    Types of eligible projects
    Environment and ClimateConstruction and Renovation InnovationDigital Transformation
    Legal Structure
    Non-profit
    Manitoba, Canada

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  • Emissions Reduction Alberta (ERA) logo
    Grant and FundingClosed

    Drilling Technology Challenge

    Emissions Reduction Alberta (ERA)
    Advanced drilling technologies for emissions reduction
    Eligible Funding
    From $250,000 to $8,000,000 · Up to 50% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    Mining, quarrying, and oil and gas extraction, Utilities, Professional, scientific and technical services, Educational services
    Types of eligible projects
    CommercializationTechnologyEnvironment and ClimateInnovationDigital Transformation
    Legal Structure
    Non-profit, Sole proprietorship, Public or Parapublic institution, For-profit business
    Alberta, Canada
  • Government of Alberta logo
    Partnering and CollaborationGrant and FundingClosed

    Emerging Innovators Challenge

    Government of Alberta, Emissions Reduction Alberta (ERA)
    SME-led clean technology funding in Alberta
    Eligible Funding
    From $250,000 to $5,000,000 · Up to 50% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting, Mining, quarrying, and oil and gas extraction, Utilities, Construction
    Types of eligible projects
    CommercializationArtificial Intelligence (AI)TechnologyEnvironment and ClimateInnovationDigital Transformation
    Legal Structure
    Non-profit, Sole proprietorship, Public or Parapublic institution, For-profit business
    Calgary, Alberta, Canada
  • Government of Alberta logo
    Partnering and CollaborationGrant and FundingClosed

    Industry Advancement Grant

    Government of Alberta
    Funding for Alberta transportation industry projects
    Eligible Funding
    Maximum amount : 1,000,000 $
    Eligible Industries
    Transportation and warehousing
    Types of eligible projects
    CommercializationInnovationDigital Transformation
    Alberta, Canada
  • Alberta Ministry of Jobs, Economy and Trade (JETI) logo
    Grant and FundingClosed

    Major innovation fund : call for proposals

    Alberta Ministry of Jobs, Economy and Trade (JETI)
    Supports Alberta-led research and innovation
    Eligible Funding
    From $3,000,000 to $7,000,000 · Up to 50% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    Educational services
    Types of eligible projects
    CommercializationArtificial Intelligence (AI)InnovationDigital Transformation
    Legal Structure
    Public or Parapublic institution
    Alberta, Canada
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  • Government of Manitoba logo
    Grant and FundingClosed

    Manitoba Security Rebate for Businesses

    Government of Manitoba
    Funding for business security upgrades and repairs
    Eligible Funding
    Maximum amount : 2,500 $
    Eligible Industries
    All industries
    Types of eligible projects
    TechnologyConstruction and Renovation Digital Transformation
    Manitoba, Canada
  • Mental Health Commission of Canada logo
    Partnering and CollaborationGrant and FundingClosed

    Mental Health Grants and Awards

    Mental Health Commission of Canada
    Funding for mental health research and innovation
    Eligible Funding
    From $5,000 to $138,000
    Eligible Industries
    Health care and social assistance
    Types of eligible projects
    InnovationDigital Transformation
    BC, NB, Ontario, Saskatchewan, Canada
  • Forest Resource Improvement Association of Alberta (FRIAA) logo
    Grant and FundingClosed

    On-Farm Efficiency Program

    Forest Resource Improvement Association of Alberta (FRIAA)
    Funding for efficient farm technology adoption
    Eligible Funding
    From $500 to $150,000 · Up to 50% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
    Types of eligible projects
    TechnologyEnvironment and ClimateInnovationDigital Transformation
    Legal Structure
    For-profit business
    Alberta, Canada
  • Alberta Innovates logo
    Researchers And FacilitiesPartnering and CollaborationGrant and FundingClosed

    Partnership for Research and Innovation in the Health System (PRIHS) Program

    Alberta Innovates
    Funding for Alberta digital health implementation projects
    Eligible Funding
    Varies by project
    Eligible Industries
    Health care and social assistance
    Types of eligible projects
    Artificial Intelligence (AI)Digital Transformation
    Legal Structure
    Public or Parapublic institution
    Alberta, Canada
  • Prairies Economic Development Canada (PrairiesCan) logo
    Loans and Capital investmentsClosed

    Prairies Economic Development Canada (PrairiesCan) — Regional Relief and Recovery Fund – Women’s Enterprise Initiative Stream

    Prairies Economic Development Canada (PrairiesCan), Government of Canada
    Financing support for pandemic-affected businesses
    Eligible Funding
    Maximum amount : 60,000 $
    Eligible Industries
    All industries
    Types of eligible projects
    CommercializationArtificial Intelligence (AI)Construction and Renovation Human ResourcesDigital Transformation
    Legal Structure
    Sole proprietorship, Social economy enterprise
    Alberta, Manitoba, Saskatchewan, Canada

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  • Emissions Reduction Alberta (ERA) logo
    Researchers And FacilitiesPartnering and CollaborationGrant and FundingExpert AdviceClosed

    Reshaping Energy Systems

    Emissions Reduction Alberta (ERA), Government of Alberta
    Funding for Alberta energy system innovation
    Eligible Funding
    From $250,000 to $10,000,000 · Up to 50% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    Mining, quarrying, and oil and gas extraction, Utilities, Construction, Manufacturing
    Types of eligible projects
    CommercializationArtificial Intelligence (AI)TechnologyEnvironment and ClimateInnovationDigital Transformation
    Legal Structure
    Non-profit, Sole proprietorship, Public or Parapublic institution, For-profit business
    Alberta, Canada
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    Grant and FundingLoans and Capital investmentsClosed

    Tourism Relief Fund (TRF) in the Prairie provinces

    Prairies Economic Development Canada (PrairiesCan), Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada (ISED)
    Supports tourism businesses adapting and growing
    Eligible Funding
    Maximum amount : 500,000 $ · Up to 75% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    Arts, entertainment and recreation
    Types of eligible projects
    CommercializationTechnologyEnvironment and ClimateConstruction and Renovation Human ResourcesInnovationDigital Transformation
    Legal Structure
    For-profit business, Non-profit, Public or Parapublic institution, Sole proprietorship, Non-financial cooperative
    Alberta, Manitoba, Saskatchewan, Canada
  • Government of Canada logo
    Grant and FundingClosed

    Tourism Relief Fund (TRF) in Western Canada

    Government of Canada
    Funding for tourism adaptation and growth
    Eligible Funding
    Maximum amount : 500,000 $ · Up to 50% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    Arts, entertainment and recreation, Accommodation and food services
    Types of eligible projects
    CommercializationConstruction and Renovation Human ResourcesInnovationDigital Transformation
    Alberta, BC, Manitoba, Saskatchewan, Canada
  • Travel Alberta logo
    Grant and FundingClosed

    Travel Alberta — Product Development Fund

    Travel Alberta
    Supports new tourism experiences in Alberta
    Eligible Funding
    From $75,000 to $500,000 · Up to 25% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    Arts, entertainment and recreation, Accommodation and food services
    Types of eligible projects
    Environment and ClimateConstruction and Renovation Digital Transformation
    Legal Structure
    For-profit business, Non-profit, Public or Parapublic institution
    Alberta, Canada

Frequently asked questions about digital transformation grants in the Prairies

Below are concise answers to help Prairie organizations understand eligibility, programs, and application steps for digital adoption funding

What are the main digital adoption grants available in the Prairies?

Key programs include the Canada Digital Adoption Program (CDAP/PCAN), NRC IRAP funding for innovation, SR&ED tax credits for software R&D, PrairiesCan Business Scale‑up and Productivity, and provincial options such as Alberta Innovates vouchers, Manitoba innovation funding, and Saskatchewan productivity supports. Municipal or sectoral programs may complement these streams

Who can apply for Prairie digital transformation funding?

Most streams target SMEs and mid‑sized companies, with lines for nonprofits, municipalities, Indigenous organizations, women‑led businesses, and rural applicants. Projects must show productivity, export readiness, or innovation benefits. Eligibility depends on location, size, sector, and project scope

Which digital projects are commonly funded (ERP, CRM, e‑commerce, cybersecurity)?

Common activities include ERP implementation, CRM modernization, e‑commerce and POS upgrades, WMS/OMS integration, IIoT and robotics, cloud migration, data analytics, and cybersecurity audits or SOC/SIEM deployment. Training and change management costs are often eligible

Can I combine grants like IRAP, PrairiesCan BSP, and provincial vouchers?

Stacking may be possible but depends on each program’s assistance rules, cost categories, and maximum stacking thresholds. Document all contributions and disclose them in applications. Verify whether tax credits like SR&ED interact with grants on the same expenses

How do I apply for digital adoption grants in Saskatchewan?

Start with a technology assessment or a digital roadmap if required, then gather vendor quotes and define clear milestones and KPIs. Submit before deadlines and respond quickly to program officers. helloDarwin can guide you through eligibility checks and application documentation

What costs are typically eligible for Prairie digital grants?

Eligible costs often include software licenses, implementation services, integration, cybersecurity tooling, hardware, training, and project management. Some programs allow internal labor others limit it. Always map costs to the program guide

How can helloDarwin help my Alberta SME secure grants for ERP or automation?

helloDarwin’s hybrid model connects you with experts and a SaaS platform to identify Alberta Innovates vouchers, PrairiesCan BSP options, and federal programs. We streamline scoping, budgeting, eligibility verification, and audit‑ready applications, reducing friction from plan to deployment

Are nonprofits and municipalities eligible for digitalization funding in Manitoba?

Many streams include nonprofit digital transformation grants, digitization of records funding, GIS and e‑procurement supports, and training subsidies. Municipal programs may complement federal and provincial sources. Confirm eligibility criteria for your entity type

What’s the difference between a grant and a tax credit like SR&ED?

Grants are non‑repayable contributions paid upfront or by milestones, while tax credits are claimed after expenses via filings. Both can support digital projects, but stacking and eligible cost rules differ. Plan early to optimize

How do I find a qualified CDAP digital advisor in Regina or Saskatoon?

Use the program’s advisor directories and verify experience with ERP, e‑commerce, or cybersecurity. helloDarwin can match you to vetted digital adoption advisors and coordinate a digital readiness assessment aligned with grant requirements

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