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Alberta Innovates — Industry Commercialization Associates
Support for commercialization-focused employee salaries
Last Update: April 9, 2026
Funding available
$ 120,000
Timeline
- Closing date : August 29, 2022
Location
Alberta, Canada
Overview
Provides up to $120,000 in non-dilutive support to help cover an employee salary for commercialization. It supports Alberta SMEs hiring an Associate to accelerate new product commercialization and business growth.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Attract or retain talent
- Develop a new product or service
- Conduct research and development activities
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 120,000 $
- Up to 75% of project cost
Timeline
- Closing date : August 29, 2022
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Professional, scientific and technical services
Location
- Alberta
Legal structures
- For-profit business
Annual revenue
- $ 50,000,000 maximum revenue
Organisation size
- 500 employees maximum
Audience
- Startups
Next steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Hiring an Associate to support commercialization
- Accelerating the commercialization of new technology and innovative products
- Building in-house commercialization capability
Documents Needed
- Application form
- Written employment agreement with the Associate
- Letter confirming the Associate’s intention to participate
- Financial documents
- Project work plan and budget tables
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Small and medium-sized enterprises
- For-profit corporations
- General partnerships, limited partnerships, and limited liability partnerships registered in Alberta
Eligible expenses
- Eligible Associate base salary
- Unrecoverable GST on eligible expenses
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Costs incurred before the project start date
- Transactions between related persons
- Capital equipment, land, buildings, and leasehold improvements
- Marketing materials, trade show booths, and promotional collateral
- Routine overhead, professional fees, fines, taxes, and in-kind costs outside approved terms
Eligible geographic areas
- Alberta
Processing and Agreement
- The applicant must first connect with a Technology Development Advisor.
- Applications are reviewed by Alberta Innovates staff and external expert reviewers.
- Approved applicants must sign the standard Investment Agreement before funding starts.
- Progress reports and a final report are required, and payments are tied to milestone completion.
- Alberta Innovates decides funding at its sole discretion.
Additional information
- Applications are accepted on a continuous intake basis.
- Applicants must first connect with a Technology Development Advisor.
- Approved applicants must sign a standard Investment Agreement.
- Project outcomes may be monitored for up to five years after completion.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Alberta Innovates — Industry Commercialization Associates Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the Alberta Innovates — Industry Commercialization Associates. This section explains what the program is, how much funding is available, eligibility requirements, application deadlines, and other important details to help you determine if this grant is right for your business.
What is the Alberta Innovates — Industry Commercialization Associates?
Provides up to $120,000 in non-dilutive support to help cover an employee salary for commercialization. It supports Alberta SMEs hiring an Associate to accelerate new product commercialization and business growth.
How much funding can be received?
Alberta Innovates — Industry Commercialization Associates Funds up to 75% of admissible expenses, capped at $120,000 per project.
Who is eligible for the Alberta Innovates — Industry Commercialization Associates program?
To be eligible for the Alberta Innovates — Industry Commercialization Associates program, you must:
Alberta-based SME or for-profit business
Fewer than 500 employees and under $50M revenue
25% cash salary contribution required
What expenses are eligible under Alberta Innovates — Industry Commercialization Associates?
Hiring an Associate to support commercialization
Accelerating the commercialization of new technology and innovative products
Building in-house commercialization capability
Who can I contact for more information about the Alberta Innovates — Industry Commercialization Associates?
You can contact Alberta Innovates by email at intake@albertainnovates.ca or by phone at 403-210-5229.
Where is the Alberta Innovates — Industry Commercialization Associates available?
The Alberta Innovates — Industry Commercialization Associates program is available the province of Alberta.
Is the Alberta Innovates — Industry Commercialization Associates a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Alberta Innovates — Industry Commercialization Associates is a Grant and Funding
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