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Grant and Funding
grant_single|eligibleIndustries
  • Manufacturing
grant_single|grantors
  • Government of British Columbia
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grant_card_status|closed

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The BC Manufacturing Jobs Fund provides non-repayable funding up to $10 million to support modernization and growth in manufacturing sectors, focusing on economic resilience and sustainability. Eligible activities include infrastructure investments, technology upgrades, and the development of innovative processes.

grant_single_labels|terms_and_conditions

  • Non-repayable contributions are available through two streams: Project Readiness and Capital Investment.
  • Stream 1 - Project Readiness offers up to 50% of total project costs to a maximum of $50,000.
  • Stream 2 - Capital Investment provides contributions ranging between $100,000 and $10 million, covering up to 20% of eligible total project costs.
  • Funding is disbursed in installments based on milestones achieved, as outlined in the contribution agreement.
  • Organizations must contribute at least 25% of total project costs from loans, private investment, or cash reserves.
  • Funding does not cover previous project phases and expenses.
  • Tax implications of program funding should be discussed with a tax professional, as the program does not issue tax slips.
  • Costs not directly related to the project, ineligible for rebate, or considered operating costs, among others, are excluded from funding.
  • Funding is contingent upon project duration with eligible phases completed by March 2026.
  • Recipients are required to provide both milestone and final reports, and funding is subject to potential audits.

grant_single_labels|projects

  • Manufacture of value-added forestry products from biomass or other alternatives.
  • Building or expanding a manufacturing facility.
  • Refitting idle community assets like unused mill sites for new or updated manufacturing purposes.
  • Upgrading equipment or machinery to support new product lines.
  • Adopting innovative processes to enhance manufacturing capabilities.
  • Retrofitting a processing facility to incorporate new technology and processes.
  • Completing a business case to expand operations or diversify product lines.
  • Conducting operational or technical assessments to boost productivity or introduce new technology.
grant_single|admissibleProjectsExample

$ 12,000

Launching an organic urban farming initiative

$ 16,000

Creating a digital archive of local historical records

$ 17,000

Launching a mental health support app

$ 18,000

Developing an educational program for youth empowerment

$ 30,000

Establishing a tech incubator for startup support

$ 40,000

Implementing renewable energy solutions in remote areas

grant_single_labels|admissibility

  • The applicant must be a business or for-profit organization.
  • Entities with for-profit manufacturing operations, including First Nations and Indigenous- and First Nation-owned enterprises, are eligible.
  • The applicant must be registered to do business in B.C.
  • Must operate in the manufacturing sector, creating products using industrial or mass production processes.
  • Need to have established operations, either at the proposed project location or elsewhere.
  • The organization must have an established employee base.
  • The applicant must be in a viable financial position, for example, not in foreclosure or for sale.
  • A business plan and financial records must show current or projected growth, profits, and/or ability to pay off short-term debts.

grant_eligibility_criteria|who_can_apply

  • Businesses and for-profit organizations
  • Entities with for-profit manufacturing operations
  • Indigenous and First Nation-owned enterprises
  • Forestry sector companies
  • Aerospace sector companies
  • Agritech sector companies
  • Food and beverage processing companies
  • Metals and machinery sector companies
  • Biomanufacturing sector companies
  • Industrial Marine/Shipbuilding sector companies

grant_eligibility_criteria|who_cannot_apply

  • Not-for-profit organizations.
  • Industry associations.
  • Post-secondary institutions.
  • Crown corporations.
  • Local government and municipalities (unless in partnership with an eligible applicant).

grant_eligibility_criteria|eligible_expenses

  • Capital expenditures including equipment, machinery, technology, and construction materials.
  • Wage or contract costs for net new and project-specific labour.
  • Material transportation costs.
  • Installation and implementation costs.
  • Professional, contractor, and subcontractor fees.
  • Freight or material transportation costs.
  • Other time-limited costs directly related to project implementation.

grant_eligibility_criteria|zone

  • Companies operating within British Columbia (B.C.)

grant_single_labels|criteria

  • Projects within the forestry sector will be prioritized.
  • Projects located in rural, remote, or forestry-dependent communities are given preference.
  • Projects that demonstrate a high degree of readiness, need, and direct impact are favored.
  • Indigenous-led projects or those benefitting Indigenous Peoples are prioritized.

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  • Projects within the forestry sector, as well as those located in rural, remote, or forestry-dependent communities, will be given priority.
  • Indigenous-led projects or those benefiting Indigenous Peoples are highly encouraged and prioritized.
  • The funding is structured as non-repayable contributions, disbursed based on project milestones.
  • Businesses are encouraged to secure additional funding from other sources to demonstrate the project's viability.
  • Reports on progress, financials, and project outcomes are required throughout and after project completion.
  • A follow-up survey focusing on measurable outcomes is required up to two years post-project completion.
  • Successful applications are subject to audit at any time to ensure compliance with funding terms.

grant_single_labels|contact

ManufacturingJobsFund@gov.bc.ca

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