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Alberta Innovates — Micro Voucher Program
Supports Alberta tech companies developing innovative technology solutions
Last Update: March 3, 2026
Funding available
$ 10,000
Timeline
- Open continuously
Location
Alberta, Canada
Overview
The Micro Voucher Program provides up to $10,000 in non-dilutive funding to help Alberta tech companies advance innovative technology solutions. Eligible activities include design, engineering, prototype development, product testing, patent development, market assessment, certifications, and advanced business or marketing strategies.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Increase performance through digital transformation
- Develop a new product or service
- Conduct research and development activities
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 10,000 $
- Up to 75% of project cost
Timeline
- Open continuously
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
- Design, engineering, and prototype development.
- Product testing and refinement.
- Patent development.
- Advanced market assessment or segmentation analysis.
- Advanced business and marketing strategies.
Documents Needed
- Current quotation for the work to be completed
- Recent financial statements
- Investment Agreement
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Alberta-based small and medium-sized enterprises
- For-profit corporations
- General partnerships
- Limited partnerships
- Limited liability partnerships
Who is not eligible
- Organizations with 500 or more full-time employees.
- Businesses with annual gross revenue of $50,000,000 or more.
Eligible expenses
- Design, engineering, and prototype development costs.
- Product testing and refinement expenses.
- Patent development costs, excluding patent maintenance fees.
- Market assessment or segmentation analysis costs.
- Certification costs and advanced business or marketing strategy costs.
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Patent maintenance fees.
- Costs incurred before the Investment Agreement is signed.
- Costs above market prices.
- Payments to US-based vendors without prior written consent.
Eligible geographic areas
- Alberta
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are reviewed by Alberta Innovates staff and external expert reviewers.
- Applications are assessed for fit with the program objectives and intended outcomes.
- Approval is at Alberta Innovates’ sole discretion.
- Approved applicants must sign a standard Investment Agreement before funding is released.
Additional information
- Applications are accepted on a continuous basis.
- Approved applicants must sign a standard Investment Agreement.
- Progress or final reporting is required for milestone payments.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Alberta Innovates — Micro Voucher Program Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the Alberta Innovates — Micro Voucher Program. 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 — Micro Voucher Program?
The Micro Voucher Program provides up to $10,000 in non-dilutive funding to help Alberta tech companies advance innovative technology solutions. Eligible activities include design, engineering, prototype development, product testing, patent development, market assessment, certifications, and advanced business or marketing strategies.
How much funding can be received?
Alberta Innovates — Micro Voucher Program Funds up to 75% of admissible expenses, capped at $10,000 per project.
Who is eligible for the Alberta Innovates — Micro Voucher Program program?
To be eligible for the Alberta Innovates — Micro Voucher Program program, you must:
Alberta-based for-profit business
Fewer than 500 employees
Less than $50 million revenue
What expenses are eligible under Alberta Innovates — Micro Voucher Program?
Design, engineering, and prototype development.
Product testing and refinement.
Patent development.
Advanced market assessment or segmentation analysis.
Advanced business and marketing strategies.
Who can I contact for more information about the Alberta Innovates — Micro Voucher Program?
You can contact Government of Alberta by email at intake@albertainnovates.ca or by phone at 403-210-5229.
Where is the Alberta Innovates — Micro Voucher Program available?
The Alberta Innovates — Micro Voucher Program program is available the province of Alberta.
Is the Alberta Innovates — Micro Voucher Program a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Alberta Innovates — Micro Voucher Program is a Grant and Funding