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Alberta Manufacturing Productivity Grant (AMPG)
Funding for Alberta manufacturers to boost productivity
Last Update: March 4, 2026
Funding available
$ 30,000
Timeline
- Closing date : March 31, 2027
Location
Alberta, Canada
Overview
The Alberta Manufacturing Productivity Grant offers up to $30,000 in matching funding to help Alberta manufacturers invest in productivity-enhancing technologies and equipment. It supports operational assessments and long-term production assets that improve manufacturing capacity and competitiveness.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Increase performance through digital transformation
- Optimize production processes
- Develop workforce 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
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Operational assessment of technology viability and productivity improvement opportunities.
- Investment in long-term production assets and productivity-enhancing technologies.
- Adoption of equipment, robotics, automation, AI, machine learning, networks, and IoT-related equipment.
Documents Needed
- Eligibility application form.
- Supporting documents requested during review.
- Final report and expense claim form.
- Invoices and supporting documents for claimed expenses.
- Signed Contribution Agreement.
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Alberta-based manufacturing companies.
- Small- and medium-sized manufacturers.
- Companies making, refining, refurbishing, or processing products or materials 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
- Capital equipment and related installation.
- Training on new equipment.
- Direct materials for the project.
- Direct labour for project completion and management.
- Project management and consulting fees, excluding travel.
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Entertainment and meals.
- ERP systems.
- General training.
Eligible geographic areas
- Alberta
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are reviewed by CME and industry experts.
- Applicants may be asked for additional documents or clarification.
- Approved applicants are notified and receive a Contribution Agreement.
- 30% of approved funding is released after the agreement is signed.
- Final report and expense claim are reviewed before final payment.
Additional information
- Only one project per company can be funded.
- Applications are processed on a first-come, first-served basis.
- The program closes when funds are exhausted.
- A CME-approved operational assessment is required.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Alberta Manufacturing Productivity Grant (AMPG) Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the Alberta Manufacturing Productivity Grant (AMPG). 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 Manufacturing Productivity Grant (AMPG)?
The Alberta Manufacturing Productivity Grant offers up to $30,000 in matching funding to help Alberta manufacturers invest in productivity-enhancing technologies and equipment. It supports operational assessments and long-term production assets that improve manufacturing capacity and competitiveness.
How much funding can be received?
Alberta Manufacturing Productivity Grant (AMPG) Funds up to 50% of admissible expenses, capped at $30,000 per project.
Who is eligible for the Alberta Manufacturing Productivity Grant (AMPG) program?
To be eligible for the Alberta Manufacturing Productivity Grant (AMPG) program, you must:
Incorporated manufacturing business in Alberta for 2+ years
5 to 750 full-time employees in Alberta
Physical location and manufacturing activity in Alberta
What expenses are eligible under Alberta Manufacturing Productivity Grant (AMPG)?
Operational assessment of technology viability and productivity improvement opportunities.
Investment in long-term production assets and productivity-enhancing technologies.
Adoption of equipment, robotics, automation, AI, machine learning, networks, and IoT-related equipment.
Who can I contact for more information about the Alberta Manufacturing Productivity Grant (AMPG)?
You can contact Government of Alberta by email at AB.ProductivityInvestment@cme-mec.ca.
Where is the Alberta Manufacturing Productivity Grant (AMPG) available?
The Alberta Manufacturing Productivity Grant (AMPG) program is available the province of Alberta.
Is the Alberta Manufacturing Productivity Grant (AMPG) a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Alberta Manufacturing Productivity Grant (AMPG) is a Grant and Funding