grant_single_labels|summary

grant_single|eligibleFinancing
  • grant_single|projectCostPercent
grant_single|deadlines
  • grant_single|grantStatusClosed
grant_single|financingType
Grant and Funding
grant_single|eligibleIndustries
  • Information and cultural industries
  • Professional, scientific and technical services
  • Health care and social assistance
grant_single|grantors
  • Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada (ISED)
grant_single|status
grant_card_status|closed

grant_single_labels|preview

The Accessible Technology Program supports the development of assistive technologies to enhance digital accessibility for individuals with disabilities, with eligible projects receiving up to 80% of the costs covered for non-profit and research institutions, and up to 50% for for-profit organizations. Eligible activities include developing, testing, repairing, and promoting assistive technologies.

grant_single_labels|terms_and_conditions

  • The program provides co-funding through non-repayable contribution agreements.
  • For not-for-profit organizations or research institutes, the maximum cost-sharing ratio is 80%.
  • For for-profit organizations, the maximum cost-sharing ratio is 50%.
  • Funding is distributed through claims for reimbursement of eligible costs as outlined in the contribution agreement.
  • Eligible in-kind contributions that are detailed in the budget workbook can count towards the cost-sharing ratio, but in-kind costs will not be reimbursed through program contributions.

grant_single_labels|projects

  • Developing assistive technologies to enhance digital economy participation for Canadians with disabilities.
  • Testing assistive technologies to increase accessibility in the digital economy.
  • Repairing assistive technologies to improve access to the digital economy for Canadians with disabilities.
  • Retrofitting assistive technologies to support digital economy access.
  • Promoting awareness of new assistive technologies developed through the program, including workshops and public events.
  • Collaborations in support of developing and implementing assistive technologies.
grant_single|admissibleProjectsExample

$ 40,000

Installation of solar panels in a community center

grant_single_labels|admissibility

  • Applicants must be a Canadian legal entity in one of the following categories: for-profit organization, not-for-profit organization, or research institute.
  • Applicants must demonstrate their expertise and capacity to manage and/or develop and implement an eligible single project or a combined group of projects in Canada.
  • Applicants must demonstrate that the proposed project or group of projects requires a funding contribution from ISED to achieve the objectives.
  • Applicants must provide their two most recent years of audited financial statements to demonstrate financial viability.
  • For organizations unable to provide audited financial statements, they should consider partnering with other organizations, forming a consortium with a lead applicant, or providing alternative income statements.

grant_eligibility_criteria|who_can_apply

  • For-profit organizations
  • Not-for-profit organizations
  • Research institutes

grant_eligibility_criteria|who_cannot_apply

  • Individuals as they must be a Canadian legal entity in a specified category.
  • Organizations that cannot provide two years of audited financial statements.

grant_eligibility_criteria|eligible_expenses

  • Developing assistive technologies for digital economy participation.
  • Testing assistive technologies for digital economy access.
  • Repairing assistive technologies for enhanced digital economy access.
  • Retrofitting assistive technologies for digital economy engagement.
  • Improving assistive technologies for digital economy use.

grant_single_labels|criteria

  • Need for the project.
  • Distribution strategy.
  • Affordability of the technology developed.
  • Budget considerations and financial management.
  • Project management capabilities.
  • Strategic collaboration and partnerships.

grant_single_labels|apply

1
Verify eligibility conditions
  • Determine if your organization is a for-profit or not-for-profit entity or a research institute
  • Ensure your organization is a Canadian legal entity
  • Verify you can provide two years of audited financial statements
  • If not, consider partnering with another organization that meets the criteria
2
Draft project proposal
  • Compose a detailed proposal that demonstrates the project's need, distribution, and affordability
  • Outline the budget, project management, and strategic collaboration aspects
3
Submit proposal for funding
  • Submit your proposal during the National Call for Proposals period
  • Ensure submission aligns with program objectives on digital economy access and affordability

grant_single_labels|otherInfo

  • The program requires projects to comply with a competitive selection process, prioritizing those that meet comprehensive program requirements.
  • Finalization of contribution agreements and public announcement of selected projects occur after selection.
  • The program mandates regular reporting and tracking through a project management framework.

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