Updated May 2026

Technology Grants in British Columbia for 2026

Explore technology grants in British Columbia to propel your tech initiatives in 2026. Federal and provincial subsidies with British Columbia

59 programs available

Grant and FundingOpen
Regional Tariff Response Initiative (RTRI) — British Columbia
Government of Canada
Supports B.C. businesses adapting to tariff-related trade disruptions
BC, Canada
Eligible Funding
- From $200,000 to $10,000,000
- Up to 75% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
- Manufacturing
Types of eligible projects
CommercializationTechnologyInnovationDigital Transformation
BC, Canada
Grant and FundingClosed
Business Scale-up and Productivity in British Columbia
Pacific Economic Development Canada (PacifiCan), Government of Canada
Support for high-growth B.C. business expansion
BC, Canada
Eligible Funding
- From $200,000 to $5,000,000
- Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
- Mining, quarrying, and oil and gas extraction
- Manufacturing
- Information and cultural industries
Types of eligible projects
CommercializationTechnologyInnovationDigital Transformation
BC, Canada
Grant and FundingClosed
Innovate BC — Innovator Skills Initiative (ISI)
Government of British Columbia (BC), Innovate BC
Wage subsidy for B.C's tech sector
BC, Canada
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 10,000 $
Eligible Industries
- Information and cultural industries
- Professional, scientific and technical services
- Educational services
- Public administration
Types of eligible projects
TechnologyHuman ResourcesDigital Transformation
BC, Canada
Grant and FundingOpen
Genome British Columbia — Sector Innovation Program
Genome British Columbia
Funds genomics research addressing strategic challenges in key BC sectors
BC, Canada
Eligible Funding
- From $250,000 to $500,000
Eligible Industries
- Professional, scientific and technical services
- Educational services
- Health care and social assistance
- Public administration
Types of eligible projects
TechnologyEnvironment and ClimateInnovation
BC, Canada
Grant and FundingClosed
Genome British Columbia — Societal Issues Competition
Genome British Columbia
Funds qualitative research on societal issues of genomics in health
BC, Canada
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 250,000 $
Eligible Industries
- Health care and social assistance
Types of eligible projects
TechnologyInnovation
BC, Canada
Grant and FundingClosed
Genome British Columbia — Genomics Innovation Fund – Intake 002
Genome British Columbia
Supports commercialization-focused genomics innovation projects across British Columbia
BC, Canada
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 250,000 $
Eligible Industries
- Professional, scientific and technical services
Types of eligible projects
TechnologyInnovation
BC, Canada
Grant and FundingClosed
Innovate BC — Ignite Program
Innovate BC, Government of British Columbia (BC)
Money to accelerate British Columbia innovation in natural resources and applied science
BC, Canada
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 300,000 $
- Up to 30% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
- Mining, quarrying, and oil and gas extraction
- Professional, scientific and technical services
Types of eligible projects
TechnologyInnovation
BC, Canada
Grant and FundingClosed
Genome British Columbia — GeneSolve Program
Genome British Columbia
Supports genomics research to solve sector challenges in British Columbia
BC, Canada
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 250,000 $
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
- Mining, quarrying, and oil and gas extraction
- Utilities
- Professional, scientific and technical services
Types of eligible projects
CommercializationTechnologyEnvironment and ClimateInnovation
BC, Canada
Grant and FundingClosed
Genome British Columbia — Data Access, Integration and Analysis Program (DAIA) 2
Genome British Columbia
Supports secure integration and analysis of genomics and health data
BC, Canada
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 250,000 $
Eligible Industries
- Health care and social assistance
Types of eligible projects
Technology
BC, Canada
Grant and FundingClosed
CleanBC — Commercial Vehicle Pilots Program
Government of British Columbia (BC), CleanBC
Funding for commercial zero-emission vehicle projects
BC, Canada
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 10,000,000 $
- Up to 33% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Transportation and warehousing
Types of eligible projects
TechnologyEnvironment and ClimateConstruction and Renovation
BC, Canada
Partnering and CollaborationGrant and FundingClosed
Demo Recording
Creative BC, City of Vancouver
Support for B.C. artists to record demos
Prince George, Surrey, Vancouver, BC
Eligible Funding
- From $2,000 to $2,000
- Up to 100% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Information and cultural industries
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
Types of eligible projects
CommercializationTechnologyInnovation
Prince George, Surrey, Vancouver, BC
Grant and FundingExpert AdviceOpen
Level Up Local
Accelerate Okanagan
Support for small business digital transformation
BC, Canada
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Types of eligible projects
TechnologyDigital Transformation
BC, Canada
Grant and FundingClosed
BC On-Farm Technology Adoption Program
Innovate BC
Cost-shared funding for B.C. farms adopting new technologies
BC, Canada
Eligible Funding
- From $300 to $150,000
- Up to 65% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
Types of eligible projects
TechnologyInnovation
BC, Canada
Partnering and CollaborationGrant and FundingClosed
Advancing Groundbreaking Research in Alzheimer's and Parkinson's Diseases - Team Award
CLEAR Foundation (CLEAR)
Funding for BC-based Alzheimer’s and Parkinson’s research teams
BC, Canada
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 500,000 $
Eligible Industries
- Health care and social assistance
Types of eligible projects
TechnologyInnovation
BC, Canada
Grant and FundingClosed
Motorola Solutions Foundation
Motorola Foundation
Funding for first responders and STEM initiatives
BC, Canada
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 50,000 $
Eligible Industries
- Professional, scientific and technical services
- Educational services
- Health care and social assistance
- Public administration
Types of eligible projects
TechnologyInnovation
BC, Canada
Grant and FundingOpen
Northern Industries Innovation Fund
Northern Development Initiative Trust (NDIT)
Innovation funding for certain northern British Columbia SMEs
BC, Canada
Eligible Funding
- From $10 to $50,000
- Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
- Mining, quarrying, and oil and gas extraction
- Manufacturing
- Transportation and warehousing
Types of eligible projects
TechnologyInnovation
BC, Canada
Grant and FundingOpen
Iris Energy Community Grants Program
Iris Energy (IREN)
Funding for local community-benefit initiatives
BC, Canada
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 10,000 $
Eligible Industries
- Information and cultural industries
- Educational services
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
- Other services (except public administration)
Types of eligible projects
TechnologyEnvironment and ClimateInnovation
BC, Canada
Other SupportGrant and FundingOpen
BC Tech Growth Programs
BC Tech Association
Accelerator programs for British Columbia growth and scale-stage companies
BC, Canada
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Eligible Industries
- Information and cultural industries
Types of eligible projects
CommercializationTechnologyHuman ResourcesInnovation
BC, Canada
Grant and FundingClosed
Essential Deliveries: Getting Vital Supplies to Troops Using Autonomous Vehicles
Government of Canada
Autonomous vehicle solutions for military supply transport
Canada
Eligible Funding
- From $176,261 to $229,982
Eligible Industries
- Public administration
Types of eligible projects
TechnologyInnovation
Canada
Grant and FundingClosed
Shine Foundation — Shine Dreams Program
Shine Foundation
Customized support for youth with severe disabilities
Canada
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Eligible Industries
- Health care and social assistance
Types of eligible projects
CommercializationTechnologyInnovation
Canada
Grant and FundingClosed
British Columbia History Digitization Program
Irving K. Barber Learning Centre, University of British Columbia (UBC)
Supports digitization of British Columbia historical materials
BC, Canada
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 15,000 $
- Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Information and cultural industries
- Educational services
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
Types of eligible projects
TechnologyDigital Transformation
BC, Canada
Grant and FundingClosed
Dr. R.E.M. Lee Hospital Foundation — General Healthcare Equipment Funding
Dr. R.E.M. Lee Hospital Foundation
Funding for local healthcare equipment
BC, Canada
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Eligible Industries
- Health care and social assistance
Types of eligible projects
TechnologyConstruction and Renovation
BC, Canada
Grant and FundingClosed
BC Manufacturing Jobs Fund (BCMJF) — Project Readiness
Government of British Columbia (BC)
Funding for manufacturing growth projects in British Columbia
BC, Canada
Eligible Funding
- From $100,000 to $10,000,000
- Up to 20% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Manufacturing
Types of eligible projects
TechnologyConstruction and Renovation Innovation
BC, Canada
Grant and FundingClosed
PGFL 2026 Grants Program
Peter Gzowski Foundation for Literacy (PGFL)
Funding for local adult literacy initiatives
Canada
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 60,000 $
Eligible Industries
- Educational services
Types of eligible projects
Technology
Canada
Grant and FundingOpen
Music Industry Initiatives
Creative BC
Supports B.C. music industry development
BC, Canada
Eligible Funding
- From $2,000 to $60,000
- Up to 75% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Information and cultural industries
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
Types of eligible projects
CommercializationTechnologyInnovation
BC, Canada
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Grant and FundingClosed
IDEaS — The needle in the haystack: Space-Based Intelligence, Surveillance and Reconnaissance (SB-ISR) imagery for decision making
Government of Canada
Funding for innovative SB-ISR decision-making solutions
Canada
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 200,000 $
Eligible Industries
- Public administration
Types of eligible projects
TechnologyInnovation
Canada
Grant and FundingClosed
PacifiCan Business Acceleration Pilot (BizAP)
Pacific Economic Development Canada (PacifiCan), Government of Canada
Support for BC business scale-up initiatives
BC, Canada
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 5,000,000 $
- Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Types of eligible projects
CommercializationTechnologyInnovation
BC, Canada
Grant and FundingClosed
Mitchell Odyssey Foundation — STEM Education Funding
Mitchell Odyssey Foundation (MOF)
STEM education support for youth learning
BC, Canada
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 250,000 $
Eligible Industries
- Educational services
Types of eligible projects
CommercializationTechnologyInnovation
BC, Canada
Grant and FundingClosed
CIHR Mental Health and Substance Use Responses to COVID-19 Funding
Canadian Institutes of Health Research (CIHR)
Rapid funding for COVID-19 mental health research
Canada
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 200,000 $
Eligible Industries
- Health care and social assistance
Types of eligible projects
TechnologyInnovationDigital Transformation
Canada
Other SupportGrant and FundingClosed
Jobs and Growth Fund in British Columbia
Pacific Economic Development Canada (PacifiCan)
Supports growth and job creation in British Columbia
BC, Canada
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 10,000,000 $
- Up to 90% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Construction
- Manufacturing
- Wholesale trade
- Retail trade
Types of eligible projects
CommercializationTechnologyEnvironment and ClimateDigital Transformation
BC, Canada
Grant and FundingClosed
Interactive Fund
Government of British Columbia (BC), Creative BC
Grant for British Columbia digital media or software productions
BC, Canada
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 50,000 $
- Up to 30% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
Types of eligible projects
TechnologyInnovationDigital Transformation
BC, Canada
Grant and FundingClosed
Bee BC Program
Government of British Columbia (BC), Investment Agriculture Foundation (IAF)
Financial support for B.C. beekeeping and Indigenous organizations
BC, Canada
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 7,000 $
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
Types of eligible projects
TechnologyEnvironment and ClimateInnovation
BC, Canada
Grant and FundingOpenClosing Soon
Respiratory Grants
TB Vets Charitable Foundation
Funding for respiratory health initiatives in British Columbia
BC, Canada
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Eligible Industries
- Educational services
- Health care and social assistance
Types of eligible projects
TechnologyInnovation
BC, Canada
Grant and FundingOpen
PacifiCan — Regional Economic Growth through Innovation — Regional Innovation Ecosystems
Pacific Economic Development Canada (PacifiCan), Government of Canada
Funding to support business growth in British Columbia
BC, Canada
Eligible Funding
- Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
- Manufacturing
- Information and cultural industries
- Professional, scientific and technical services
Types of eligible projects
CommercializationTechnologyInnovation
BC, Canada
Grant and FundingClosed
Public Art Grants
City of Vancouver
Funding for innovative, artist-led public art projects in Vancouver
Vancouver, BC, Canada
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 100,000 $
Eligible Industries
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
Types of eligible projects
TechnologyEnvironment and ClimateInnovationDigital Transformation
Vancouver, BC, Canada
Grant and FundingExpert AdviceOpen
SFU VentureLabs
Simon Fraser University VentureLabs
IP education, mentorship and funding for startups
BC, Canada
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 60,000 $
Eligible Industries
- Information and cultural industries
- Professional, scientific and technical services
Types of eligible projects
CommercializationTechnologyInnovation
BC, Canada
Tax CreditsOpen
BC Small Business Venture Capital Program
Government of British Columbia (BC)
Tax credits for B.C. small business investment
BC, Canada
Eligible Funding
- From $25,000 to $10,000,000
- Up to 30% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Manufacturing
- Information and cultural industries
- Professional, scientific and technical services
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
Types of eligible projects
CommercializationTechnologyEnvironment and ClimateInnovationDigital Transformation
BC, Canada
Grant and FundingClosed
Live Music
Creative BC
Supports B.C. live music events and industry sustainability
BC, Canada
Eligible Funding
- From $2,000 to $50,000
- Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
Types of eligible projects
TechnologyConstruction and Renovation Innovation
BC, Canada
Grant and FundingClosed
Innovate BC — BC Fast Pilot program
Government of British Columbia (BC), Innovate BC
Support for B.C. SMEs piloting new technology
Vancouver, BC, Canada
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 200,000 $
Eligible Industries
- Manufacturing
- Professional, scientific and technical services
- Other services (except public administration)
- Public administration
Types of eligible projects
CommercializationTechnologyEnvironment and ClimateConstruction and Renovation
Vancouver, BC, Canada
Grant and FundingOpen
Staff Education Fund
Sechelt Hospital Foundation (SHF)
Funding for staff healthcare education and development
BC, Canada
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 6,000 $
- Up to 100% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Health care and social assistance
Types of eligible projects
TechnologyInnovation
BC, Canada
Grant and FundingClosed
BC Manufacturing Jobs Fund (BCMJF)
Government of British Columbia (BC)
Funding for manufacturing growth and modernization
BC, Canada
Eligible Funding
- From $100,000 to $10,000,000
- Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
- Manufacturing
Types of eligible projects
CommercializationTechnologyConstruction and Renovation Business BuyoutInnovation
BC, Canada
Tax CreditsExpert AdviceLoans and Capital investmentsOpen
Venture Capital Corporation
Government of British Columbia (BC), BC Ministry of Finance
Equity investments for BC businesses
BC, Canada
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Eligible Industries
- Transportation and warehousing
- Information and cultural industries
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
- Accommodation and food services
Types of eligible projects
CommercializationTechnologyInnovation
BC, Canada
Loans and Capital investmentsOpen
Regional Defence Investment Initiative in British Columbia
Pacific Economic Development Canada (PacifiCan), Government of Canada
Defence-focused repayable support for B.C. businesses
BC, Canada
Eligible Funding
- From $100,000 to $10,000,000
- Up to 75% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Manufacturing
- Professional, scientific and technical services
- Public administration
Types of eligible projects
CommercializationArtificial Intelligence (AI)TechnologyInnovationDigital Transformation
BC, Canada
Grant and FundingOpen
Regional Quantum Initiative in British Columbia
Pacific Economic Development Canada (PacifiCan), Government of Canada
Quantum commercialization support in British Columbia
BC, Canada
Eligible Funding
- From $500,000 to $5,000,000
- Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Manufacturing
- Information and cultural industries
- Professional, scientific and technical services
- Educational services
Types of eligible projects
CommercializationTechnologyInnovation
BC, Canada
Grant and FundingClosed
Food Processing Growth Fund (FPG)
Investment Agriculture Foundation (IAF)
Supports scaling BC food processors for productivity and growth
BC, Canada
Eligible Funding
- From $100,000 to $1,000,000
- Up to 75% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Manufacturing
Types of eligible projects
Artificial Intelligence (AI)TechnologyConstruction and Renovation Innovation
BC, Canada
Grant and FundingClosed
Emergency support for Holocaust survivors
La Fondation Azrieli (AF)
Emergency aid for Holocaust survivors in Canada
Alberta, BC, Ontario, Quebec, Canada
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 50,000 $
Eligible Industries
- Health care and social assistance
Types of eligible projects
Technology
Alberta, BC, Ontario, Quebec, Canada
Researchers And FacilitiesPartnering and CollaborationGrant and FundingExpert AdviceLoans and Capital investmentsOpen
Genome Funding Opportunities
Genome British Columbia
Funding for genomics research and innovation in BC
BC, Canada
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 1,750,000 $
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
- Mining, quarrying, and oil and gas extraction
- Utilities
- Health care and social assistance
Types of eligible projects
CommercializationTechnologyInnovation
BC, Canada
Grant and FundingClosed
Open Innovation Program
Government of British Columbia (BC), B.C. Centre for Innovation and Clean Energy (CICE)
Funding for BC-based innovators
BC, Canada
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 6,000,000 $
Eligible Industries
- Utilities
- Manufacturing
- Professional, scientific and technical services
Types of eligible projects
CommercializationTechnologyEnvironment and ClimateInnovation
BC, Canada
Other SupportGrant and FundingClosed
Social Enterprise Fund
Valley First
Funding for social enterprises and community impact
BC, Canada
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Eligible Industries
- Health care and social assistance
Types of eligible projects
TechnologyHuman ResourcesInnovation
BC, Canada
Grant and FundingExpert AdviceClosed
BC Hydro EV Charger Rebate Top-ups
BC Hydro (BCH)
Funding for EV charger installations in B.C.
BC, Canada
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 137,000 $
- Up to 75% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Utilities
- Construction
- Real estate and rental and leasing
- Professional, scientific and technical services
Types of eligible projects
TechnologyEnvironment and ClimateConstruction and Renovation Innovation
BC, Canada
Grant and FundingClosed
CleanBC Industry Fund - Innovation Accelerator Request for Proposals
Province of British Columbia
Funding for clean industry technology trials
BC, Canada
Eligible Funding
- Up to 75% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Mining, quarrying, and oil and gas extraction
- Utilities
- Manufacturing
Types of eligible projects
TechnologyEnvironment and ClimateInnovation
BC, Canada
Grant and FundingClosed
Buy and Upgrade Equipment Program
BC Hydro (BCH)
Funding for business energy efficiency upgrades
BC, Canada
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Eligible Industries
- Utilities
- Construction
- Manufacturing
- Wholesale trade
Types of eligible projects
CommercializationTechnologyEnvironment and ClimateInnovation
BC, Canada
Partnering and CollaborationGrant and FundingClosed
Call for Proposals in Quantum Commercialization
Canada's Digital Technology Cluster
Co-investment for quantum technology commercialization
BC, Canada
Eligible Funding
- Up to 40% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Utilities
- Manufacturing
- Transportation and warehousing
- Professional, scientific and technical services
Types of eligible projects
CommercializationArtificial Intelligence (AI)TechnologyInnovation
BC, Canada
Grant and FundingClosed
BC Manufacturing Jobs Fund (BCMJF) — Capital Investment
Government of British Columbia (BC)
Funding for manufacturing growth in British Columbia
BC, Canada
Eligible Funding
- From $100,000 to $10,000,000
- Up to 20% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Manufacturing
Types of eligible projects
CommercializationTechnologyConstruction and Renovation Digital Transformation
BC, Canada
Partnering and CollaborationGrant and FundingClosed
Health Promotion Program - Suicide Prevention: Supporting the implementation and sustainability of a Pan-Canadian Suicide Prevention Service
Government of Canada
Funding for a national suicide prevention service
Canada
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 4,200,000 $
Eligible Industries
- Educational services
- Health care and social assistance
- Public administration
Types of eligible projects
Technology
Canada
Expert AdviceOpen
New Ventures BC — Venture Accelerator Program
Government of British Columbia (BC), New Ventures BC (NVBC)
Distance accelerator for early-stage technology in BC
BC, Canada
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Eligible Industries
- Information and cultural industries
- Professional, scientific and technical services
- Other services (except public administration)
- Public administration
Types of eligible projects
Technology
BC, Canada
Grant and FundingClosed
Light Reflecting Materials Program
Government of British Columbia (BC), Investment Agriculture Foundation (IAF)
Money for tree fruit producers in British Columbia
BC, Canada
Eligible Funding
- From $500 to $30,000
- Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
Types of eligible projects
Technology
BC, Canada
Grant and FundingClosed
New Ventures BC Competition
Government of British Columbia (BC), New Ventures BC (NVBC)
Compete for start-up cash and prizes in British Columbia
BC, Canada
Eligible Funding
- From $200 to $250,000
Eligible Industries
- Information and cultural industries
Types of eligible projects
CommercializationTechnologyEnvironment and Climate
BC, Canada
Grant and FundingClosed
Small Food Processor Scale-Up Program (SFPS)
Investment Agriculture Foundation (IAF)
Supports small food processors to scale up operations
BC, Canada
Eligible Funding
- From $25,000 to $150,000
- Up to 75% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Manufacturing
Types of eligible projects
CommercializationArtificial Intelligence (AI)TechnologyConstruction and Renovation
BC, Canada

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