How much funding can be received?

If your business is working on a project to transition to a green economy, foster an inclusive recovery, become more competitive and create jobs for Canadians, you could get a non-repayable contribution for up to 90% of the project’s cost.

Financing terms and conditions

The Jobs and Growth Fund offers specific financing arrangements to support eligible businesses and non-profit organizations. These arrangements are designed to facilitate growth while ensuring accountability and effective use of funds.

Eligible businesses can receive interest-free repayable contributions for up to 50% of eligible costs.
Eligible non-profit organizations can receive non-repayable contributions for up to 90% of eligible costs.

Eligible projects & activities

The eligible activities for the ACOA Jobs and Growth Fund are designed to bolster regional economic resilience while fostering sustainable and inclusive growth. These projects focus on creating long-term employment opportunities and enhancing the competitive edge of Canadian enterprises.

Transitioning businesses to a green economy, including clean technology adoption and production.
Increasing business productivity through digital adoption and technological advancements.
Strengthening capacity in critical sectors vital to Canada's growth, such as food production and biomanufacturing.
Supporting inclusive recovery efforts, enhancing participation from under-represented groups, such as women and Indigenous communities.
Investing in projects that adapt to climate change, increasing resilience among SMEs.
Enhancing competitiveness by modernizing manufacturing processes through automation.
Catalyzing the development of consortia for green economy transitions and technological adoption.
Diversifying local capacities to foster future clean growth potential.
Supporting market expansion and scale-up activities in traditional and emerging sectors.
Facilitating the development and adoption of digital and technological solutions aimed at scaling businesses.
Protecting and developing supply chain diversification in critical Canadian sectors.

Examples of admissible projects:

$ 135,000

Implementing a solar panel installation program in residential areas to promote green energy

$ 225,000

Launching a tech incubator to enhance digital adoption and market expansion

$ 180,000

Developing an inclusive digital platform to enhance job opportunities for under-represented groups

$ 450,000

Establishing a green housing development project targeting sustainable construction practices

$ 108,000

Developing a digital tool to assist local artisans in enhancing their online presence

$ 72,000

Creating a localized reforestation project to support green economy transitions

Eligibility criteria of the ACOA Jobs and Growth Fund — Non Profit program

Eligibility for this grant is determined by specific requirements related to the applicant's profile and proposed activities.

The applicant must be a not-for-profit organization or other eligible entities such as municipalities, post-secondary institutions, provinces and territories, and Indigenous organizations.
The project must contribute to job creation and economic growth through specific activities such as transitioning to a green economy and fostering an inclusive recovery.

Who is eligible?

Eligible applicants for the ACOA Jobs and Growth Fund — Non Profit include a range of organizations such as:- Not-for-profit organizations;- Incorporated businesses (primarily Small and medium-size enterprises (SMEs));- Municipalities;- Post-secondary institutions;- Provinces and territories and related entities; - Indigenous organizations, including but not limited to Indigenous-led not-for-profits, First Nations as represented by their Chief and Council, Tribal Councils, Indigenous Representative Organizations, Métis and Inuit organizations, and Settlements, as well as Indigenous/First Nation/Métis Settlement owned organizations.

Eligible expenses

Eligible expenses for this grant are associated with activities that support the transition to a green economy, foster an inclusive recovery, preserve competitiveness, and strengthen capacity in critical sectors. These include activities meeting specific criteria under these categories.

Development and adoption of clean technology
Planning and driving clean, sustainable economic growth
Catalyzing the development of green regional clusters
Supporting businesses to transition to a green economy
Supporting businesses owned or majority-led by under-represented groups
Increasing the participation of under-represented groups in the economy
Development or adoption of digital and technological solutions
Investing in technologies to scale businesses and enhance capabilities
Supporting scale-up and market expansion activities
Developing emerging areas of global competitive advantage
Supporting supply chain adaptation and diversification opportunities

Eligible geographic areas

This grant is managed by the Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency (ACOA), suggesting that eligibility may be related to regions within Atlantic Canada. However, specific geographical areas were not detailed in the provided extract.

Eligibility criteria of the ACOA Jobs and Growth Fund — Non Profit program

The evaluation and selection criteria for the Jobs and Growth Fund focus on supporting activities that help transition to a green economy, foster an inclusive recovery, preserve competitiveness through digital adoption, and strengthen capacity in critical sectors.

Support the transition to a green economy, including:
Development and adoption of clean technology
Planning and driving clean, sustainable economic growth
Catalyzing the development of green regional clusters
Supporting businesses to transition to a green economy
Foster an inclusive recovery, including:
Supporting businesses owned or majority-led by under-represented groups
Increasing participation of under-represented groups in the economy
Supporting not-for-profit organizations that provide funding and business services to under-represented groups
Preserve Canada's competitiveness and future-proof SMEs through digital adoption, including:
Development or adoption of digital and technological solutions
Investing in technologies to scale businesses and enhance resilience
Strengthen capacity in sectors critical to Canada’s recovery and growth, including:
Supporting scale-up and market expansion activities
Developing emerging areas of global competitive advantage
Supporting supply chain adaptation and diversification opportunities

How to apply to the ACOA Jobs and Growth Fund — Non Profit program

Download Application

Locate the application form specific to the Jobs and Growth Fund.
Download the form to your computer for completion.

Complete Application Form

Refer to the Applicant Guide to accurately fill out the application form.
Prepare all required supporting documents, including financial statements and project plans.

Submit Application

Use the "Ready to submit online" button on the application page to submit your application electronically.
To submit a paper application, print the completed form and mail it with supporting documents to an ACOA regional office in your province.
Retain a copy of the completed and signed application for your records.

Additional information

Here are additional relevant details for this grant:

A continuous intake process is used for applications, meaning there is no specific deadline for submission.
Applicants must ensure all forms and supporting documents are complete to avoid disqualification.
Legal commitments or expenses incurred by the applicant prior to receiving approval are the responsibility of the applicant.
The applicant must provide comprehensive information about any previous assistance from ACOA to avoid conflicts.
All projects must clearly align with one or more of the fund's identified areas of activity, such as the green economy or digital adoption.
Consent and certification of the application must be properly attested to maintain eligibility.