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Alberta Innovates — Industry R&D Associates Program
Funding for Alberta tech companies hiring R&D expertise
Last Update: April 23, 2026
Funding available
$ 105,000
Timeline
- Open Date : January 1, 2023
Location
Alberta, Canada
Overview
This program offers up to $105,000 in non-dilutive funding to help Alberta tech companies hire in-house research and development expertise. It supports salary costs for an Associate to advance new technology, innovation, and product commercialization.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Develop a new product or service
- Conduct research and development activities
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 105,000 $
- Up to 75% of project cost
Timeline
- Open Date : January 1, 2023
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Information and cultural 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 in-house professional research and development expertise
- Advancing the development of new technology and innovative solutions
- Supporting product commercialization and scaling
Documents Needed
- Application form
- Written employment agreement with the Associate
- Financial documents
- Investment Agreement
- Any required reports or templates from Alberta Innovates
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Alberta tech companies
- For-profit corporations
- General partnerships
- Limited partnerships
- Limited liability partnerships
Who is not eligible
- Organizations that are not for-profit
- Companies that are not registered in Alberta
- Businesses with more than 500 full-time employees
- Companies with more than two active Alberta Innovates-funded Associates
Eligible expenses
- Associate base salary for work on the project
- Unrecoverable GST on eligible expenses
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Costs incurred before the project start date
- Transactions between related persons
- Land, buildings, and capital equipment
- Marketing, advertising, and trade show materials
- Routine professional fees, meals, entertainment, and gifts
Eligible geographic areas
- Alberta
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are reviewed for fit with the program objectives and intended outcomes.
- Alberta Innovates staff and external experts evaluate applications.
- Approved applicants must sign an Investment Agreement before funding is issued.
- Progress and final reporting may be required during and after the project.
Additional information
- Applications are accepted on a continuous basis.
- Applicants must first connect with an Alberta Innovates Technology Development Advisor.
- Funding is non-dilutive.
- Approved applicants must sign an Investment Agreement before funding starts.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Alberta Innovates — Industry R&D Associates Program Program
What is the Alberta Innovates — Industry R&D Associates Program?
This program offers up to $105,000 in non-dilutive funding to help Alberta tech companies hire in-house research and development expertise. It supports salary costs for an Associate to advance new technology, innovation, and product commercialization.
How much funding can be received?
Alberta Innovates — Industry R&D Associates Program Funds up to 75% of admissible expenses, capped at $105,000 per project.
Who is eligible for the Alberta Innovates — Industry R&D Associates Program program?
To be eligible for the Alberta Innovates — Industry R&D Associates Program program, you must:
For-profit SME registered in Alberta
Alberta-based with Alberta footprint
Minimum 25% cash contribution
What expenses are eligible under Alberta Innovates — Industry R&D Associates Program?
Hiring in-house professional research and development expertise
Advancing the development of new technology and innovative solutions
Supporting product commercialization and scaling
Who can I contact for more information about the Alberta Innovates — Industry R&D Associates Program?
You can contact Alberta Innovates by email at intake@albertainnovates.ca or by phone at 403-210-5229.
Where is the Alberta Innovates — Industry R&D Associates Program available?
The Alberta Innovates — Industry R&D Associates Program program is available the province of Alberta.
Is the Alberta Innovates — Industry R&D Associates Program a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Alberta Innovates — Industry R&D Associates Program is a Grant and Funding