grant_single_labels|summary

grant_single|eligibleFinancing
  • grant_single|maxCount
  • grant_single|projectCostPercent
grant_single|deadlines
  • grant_single|timelineUnspecified
grant_single|financingType
Grant and Funding
grant_single|eligibleIndustries
  • Information and cultural industries
grant_single|grantors
  • Alberta Innovates
  • Government of Alberta
grant_single|status
grant_card_status|open

grant_single_labels|preview

SMEs that have software development at the core of one or more of their products and/or services could receive up to $50,000 to help rapidly scale in the global marketplace to accelerate revenue growth.

grant_single_labels|projects

The Alberta Digital Traction Program supports projects that align with its objectives and can achieve milestone outcomes in a one-year term. Eligible projects should have clearly defined milestones and be focused on advancing business and technical outcomes.
  • Align with the objectives of the Digital Traction Program
  • Have a Project Start Date at least forty-five days from the application submission date
  • Identify the first milestone activities to a maximum of $15,000
  • Have no more than three defined milestones based on business and technical outcomes to be reached during the project term
  • Be completed within a one-year term
grant_single|admissibleProjectsExample

$50,000

Calgary
Developing an AI-driven language translation app tailored for medical professionals.

$50,000

Edmonton
Creating a digital platform for the management of sustainable agriculture data.

$50,000

Toronto
Implementing a digital tool for remote mental health therapy sessions.

$50,000

Vancouver
Developing a mobile application for personalized fitness coaching.

$50,000

Montreal
Building a digital marketplace for local artisans.

$50,000

Ottawa
Developing a home automation system integrated with renewable energy sources.

grant_single_labels|admissibility

The Alberta Digital Traction Program is designed for Alberta-based digital tech companies that develop software at the core of their products or services and aim to rapidly scale their digital technology in one-to-two years. Eligible candidates need to meet specific criteria focused on their business structure, financial standing, and project readiness.
  • Alberta-based with a significant physical and corporate operational presence in Alberta.
  • Exist as a corporate person, with up-to-date corporate filings.
  • Have fewer than 50 full-time employees and less than $1,000,000 in annual reoccurring revenue.
  • Have a minimum viable product to test with customers.
  • Demonstrate previous investment into the company by the founding team.
  • Have not previously received Digital Traction funding from Alberta Innovates.
  • Be authorized to undertake the proposed project and execute a grant with Alberta Innovates on standard terms.
  • Have a digital technology with proprietary features that provides a competitive advantage and can be scaled within one to two years.

grant_eligibility_criteria|who_can_apply

The Alberta Digital Traction Program is designed for small to medium enterprises (SMEs) in Alberta that have digital technologies as a core part of their products or services and are looking to rapidly scale in one to two years. Eligible companies must be Alberta-based, for-profit organizations with fewer than 50 full-time employees and annual recurring revenue of less than $1,000,000.
  • Alberta-based small to medium enterprises (SMEs)
  • Relies on software development as core to one or more products or services
  • Intends to rapidly scale digital technology within one to two years
  • Fewer than 50 full-time employees
  • Annual recurring revenue of less than $1,000,000
  • Must have a minimum viable product to test
  • Must not have previously received Digital Traction funding
  • Must demonstrate previous investment by the founding team
  • Have completed customer discovery work and have a traction roadmap
  • Must have an Alberta footprint with significant physical and corporate operational presence in Alberta
  • No significant capital or regulatory barriers unaddressed by the project

grant_eligibility_criteria|who_cannot_apply

The Alberta Digital Traction Program is not open to companies that are not for-profit organizations or those currently receiving funding from other Alberta Innovates programs.
  • Not a for-profit organization
  • Currently receiving funding from other Alberta Innovates programs

grant_eligibility_criteria|eligible_expenses

Eligible expenses under the Alberta Digital Traction Program may include:
  • Salaries for new hires directly related to the project
  • Consultant fees for specialized expertise
  • Materials and supplies necessary for product development
  • Prototype development costs
  • Marketing and promotional expenses

grant_eligibility_criteria|zone

The Alberta Digital Traction Program is open to Alberta-based digital tech companies with a significant physical and operational presence in Alberta. Eligible companies must also demonstrate that operational benefits will primarily flow within the Province of Alberta.
  • Companies must be incorporated in Alberta or extra-provincially registered in Alberta.
  • Significant physical and operational presence in Alberta is required.
  • Operational benefits must primarily accrue within Alberta.

grant_single_labels|criteria

The Alberta Digital Traction Program evaluates applications based on the alignment of the project with its objectives and intended outcomes, assessing the business opportunity, founding team, financial position, and overall benefits to Alberta. Applications are reviewed by Alberta Innovates staff and external expert reviewers to ensure objectivity and impartiality.
  • Alignment of the project with the Digital Traction Program objectives
  • Business opportunity presented by the project
  • Qualifications and experience of the founding team
  • Financial position of the applicant
  • Potential success and return on investment for Alberta
  • Compliance with Alberta Innovates' eligibility criteria and milestones

grant_single_labels|register

  • Step 1: Pre-Application Connection
  • Content: Engage with a Technology Development Advisor (TDA) prior to applying online.
  • Implications: TDAs provide guidance and coaching, assess an applicant’s Digital Traction readiness, recommend suitable alternative Alberta Innovates funding programs, and help direct applicants to external funding opportunities.
  • Step 2: Application and Evaluation
  • Content: Access and submit the application form on the online application portal at any time. Applications outline the current state of the opportunity, the applicant’s management and project team, business and technical outcomes for three milestones, activities for the first Milestone of the Project, and the applicant’s current financial state.
  • Implications: Applications are reviewed and evaluated to determine fit with the Digital Traction objectives and intended outcomes. Alberta Innovates staff and external expert reviewers evaluate applications.
  • Step 3: Monitoring and Reporting
  • Content: For approved applications, execute an Investment Agreement with Alberta Innovates to proceed with the activities of the Project. TDAs monitor the progress of the project and provide coaching to the applicant.
  • Implications: Reporting includes Progress Reports (2) and Final Report (1).

grant_single_labels|otherInfo

The Alberta Digital Traction Program is designed to fill a gap for Alberta’s Digital SMEs seeking to demonstrate product/market fit through customer metrics and traction. The program emphasizes customer discovery and milestone-based projects to reduce risk and accelerate growth.
  • Applicants must demonstrate a competitive advantage through their digital technology.
  • Applicant employee salary costs can be covered up to a maximum of $50/hr.
  • Milestone funds are disbursed upon reaching specific targets and submitting reports.
  • Applicants must have a traction roadmap that shows customer acquisition targets for three years.
  • The program encourages collaboration with other funding agencies but maintains a stacking limit to ensure adequate applicant financial commitment.
  • Funding is contingent upon satisfying all eligibility requirements and is at Alberta Innovates' discretion.

grant_single_labels|contact

intake@albertainnovates.ca
403-210-5229
Apply to this program