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Alberta Manufacturing Productivity Grant (AMPG)
Last Update: March 4, 2026
Alberta, Canada
Funding for Alberta manufacturers to enhance productivity through technology adoption
Grant and Funding
Overview
The Alberta Manufacturing Productivity Grant (AMPG) provides up to $30,000 in matching funding to help Alberta-based manufacturers invest in technology and equipment that improve productivity and competitiveness. Eligible activities include acquiring and implementing capital equipment, robotics, automation, artificial intelligence, and related operational technologies.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Integrate new technologies
- Optimize production processes
- Develop employee skills
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 30,000 $
- Up to 50% of project cost
Timeline
- Closing date : March 31, 2027
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Location
- Alberta
Legal structures
- For-profit business
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- 5-750 employees
Audience
- Rural or Northern Residents
Activities funded
Examples of admissible projects:
$ 29,700
Acquisition of robotic welding unit for metal fabrication shop
$ 29,500
Automated glass cutting table for custom window manufacturer
$ 29,500
Installation of automated packaging line for food processor
$ 29,500
AI-powered quality control camera for electronics assembly line
$ 28,500
Automated batching and mixing solution for craft beverage producer
$ 28,000
Implementation of smart inventory system in plastics facility
Eligibility
- The applicant must be an incorporated manufacturing business (federally or provincially) operating in Alberta for at least 2 consecutive years.
- The company must have a physical location in Alberta and be actively engaged in manufacturing, processing, fabricating, or refining products or materials in Alberta.
- The business must have more than 5 and fewer than 750 full-time employees in Alberta.
- The project must involve investments in long-term production assets or technology that will be used or located in Alberta.
- The applicant must demonstrate financial stability.
Who is eligible?
- Manufacturing companies operating in Alberta
- Companies involved in making, refining, refurbishing, or processing a product or material in Alberta
Who is not eligible
- Companies that are not actively engaged in manufacturing, processing, fabricating, or refining.
- Businesses without a physical location and active operations in Alberta.
- Companies that do not have between 5 and 750 full-time employees in Alberta.
- Businesses seeking to stack this funding with other Government of Alberta-funded programs.
Eligible expenses
- Purchase of capital equipment related to the project.
- Installation costs for capital equipment.
- Training expenses for new equipment specific to the project.
- Direct materials necessary for project completion.
- Direct labour costs devoted to project management and completion.
- Project management and consulting fees (excluding travel expenses).
Eligible geographic areas
- Companies with a physical location in Alberta.
Selection criteria
- Technology investments that aim to improve and modernize the manufacturing process, leading to increased productivity and competitiveness.
- Creation of long-term employment and high-value jobs.
How to apply
1
Check eligibility criteria
- Ensure your company is an incorporated manufacturing business operating in Alberta
- Confirm your company has between 5 and 750 full-time employees
- Verify you meet all other eligibility requirements, such as financial stability and investment location
2
Complete operational assessment
- Complete a CME approved operational assessment before applying
- Review assessment findings to inform your technology investment decision
3
Prepare application documents
- Prepare a detailed project proposal, including eligible activities and technology implementation
- Develop a proposed budget with an itemized breakdown of costs
- Gather supporting documents to demonstrate company eligibility and project rationale
4
Submit application to CME
- Submit the completed application and supporting documents to CME
- Ensure all requested information is provided to avoid delays
5
Await application review
- CME reviews your application, provides feedback if clarification is needed
- Respond promptly to any CME requests for missing information or clarification
- Application is generally reviewed within 45 business days
6
Sign agreement and receive funding
- If approved, sign the Contribution Agreement provided by CME
- Receive 30% of the approved funding within 30 business days of contract signing
7
Implement project activities
- Complete the approved investment project as outlined in your proposal
- Ensure all project activities and expenditures align with program guidelines
- Retain invoices and supporting documents for all eligible costs
8
Submit final report and expenses
- Submit the final report and Expense Claim Form to CME, including all required invoices and justification for significant budget variations
- Ensure submission is made before January 15, 2027, or as specified in the approval
9
Receive final payment
- CME reviews the final report and expense claims for eligibility
- Final payment (up to 50% of eligible costs; maximum $30,000 total) processed within 30-60 business days of approval
Additional information
- Only one project per company can be funded through this grant.
- Applications are evaluated on a first come, first served basis, and the program closes once funds are exhausted.
- Applicants must sustain the number of full-time equivalent (FTE) employees throughout the project duration.
- A comprehensive operational assessment, approved by CME, is required before applying.
Contacts
AB.ProductivityInvestment@cme-mec.ca
