BC Manufacturing Jobs Fund — Project Readiness
BC, Canada
Support for manufacturing companies in BC
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- grant_single|openingDateFebruary 28, 2023
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Grant and Funding
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- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
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- Government of British Columbia
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Get up to $50,000 to cover up to 50% of total eligible projects to complete final-stage business and project planning to help modernize and grow operations.
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There are eligible projects for the BC Manufacturing Jobs Fund grant:
- Expanding manufacturing operations
- Diversifying product lines
- Improving processes or introducing new technology
- Building or expanding manufacturing facilities
- Upgrading equipment or machinery
- Adopting innovative processes for value-added forestry products
- Retrofitting processing facilities for new technology
- Improving fabrication processes
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$50,000
Calgary
Upgrading machinery for a sustainable textile production facility
$50,000
Vancouver
Expanding operations to increase production of eco-friendly packaging solutions
$50,000
Victoria
Retrofitting a processing facility with new forestry technology
$50,000
Ottawa
Building a new facility for a local food manufacturing enterprise
$50,000
Montreal
Implementing new technology in the food processing plant to improve efficiency
$50,000
Toronto
Diversifying product lines with recycled materials for furniture manufacturing
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The eligibility criteria for the BC Manufacturing Jobs Fund grant are:
- Registered to do business in B.C.
- Operate in the manufacturing sector
- Have established operations
- Have an established employee base
- Be in a viable financial position
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Eligible applicants for the BC Manufacturing Jobs Fund grant include businesses, for-profit organizations, and entities with for-profit manufacturing operations, including First Nations and Indigenous- and First Nation-owned enterprises. First Nations and Indigenous-owned enterprises preparing to fully acquire or buy into an established manufacturing operation may also be eligible.
- Businesses
- For-profit organizations
- Entities with for-profit manufacturing operations, including First Nations and Indigenous- and First Nation-owned enterprises
- First Nations and Indigenous-owned enterprises preparing to fully acquire or buy into an established manufacturing operation
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Eligible project costs for the BC Manufacturing Jobs Fund include capital expenditures like equipment and machinery, net new labor costs, material transportation costs, and installation expenses.
- Capital expenditures including equipment, machinery, technology, and construction materials
- Wage or contract costs for net new and project-specific labor
- Material transportation costs
- Installation and implementation costs
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The BC Manufacturing Jobs Fund has evaluation and selection criteria to prioritize projects for funding. These criteria include focusing on projects within the forestry sector, rural or forestry-dependent communities, Indigenous-led projects, and those with a high degree of readiness and direct impact.
- Projects within the forestry sector
- Projects located in rural, remote, or forestry-dependent communities
- Projects with a high degree of readiness, need, and direct impact
- Indigenous-led projects or projects benefiting Indigenous Peoples
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- Step 1:
- Submit an online proposal form for the stream you are applying for.
- Prepare responses in a document offline before copying them into the form.
- Save the online form frequently.
- Step 2:
- Applicants selected will receive a link to a detailed application form.
- Submit additional information and documentation such as business financials and project plans.
- Step 3:
- Funding decisions will be made based on alignment with program goals, economic impact, and project viability.
- Projects may be carried forward for future consideration if not funded initially.
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manufacturingjobsfund@gov.bc.ca
Apply to this program
BC Manufacturing Jobs Fund (MJF) Summary
The BC Manufacturing Jobs Fund (MJF) aims to support manufacturing companies in British Columbia to modernize, innovate, and grow by providing funding for capital projects. The program focuses on promoting economic diversification, sustainability, and job creation, particularly in regional and Indigenous communities.
BC Manufacturing Jobs Fund (MJF) Detailed Explanation
The BC Manufacturing Jobs Fund (MJF) is a significant initiative designed to boost the manufacturing sector in British Columbia by investing up to $180 million in various manufacturing projects across the province. The program, which began accepting proposals on February 28, 2023, is open to all manufacturing sectors but has a particular emphasis on supporting the forestry sector in transitioning to sustainable value-added business lines.
Applicants eligible for the BC Manufacturing Jobs Fund include businesses, for-profit organizations, and entities with for-profit manufacturing operations, including First Nations and Indigenous-owned enterprises. The projects eligible for funding must contribute to long-term regional economic growth, sustainability, and job creation, align with program goals, and be located in BC.
The program offers two funding streams: Project Readiness and Capital Investment. The Project Readiness stream provides funding for final-stage business and project planning, while the Capital Investment stream supports investments in new or renovated manufacturing infrastructure, technology, equipment, and processes. The funding amounts vary based on the stream and project requirements.
To apply for the BC Manufacturing Jobs Fund, applicants must go through a two-step application process. The initial step involves submitting a Project Proposal that requests high-level information about the business and project. Successful applicants will then proceed to the Detailed Application stage, where they will provide additional information and documentation to support their project.
Throughout the continuous intake of the program, project applications will be assessed based on their alignment with program goals, economic impact, and project viability. Priority will be given to projects within the forestry sector, projects in rural or forestry-dependent communities, projects with a high degree of readiness and direct impact, and projects that are Indigenous-led or benefit Indigenous Peoples.
The BC Manufacturing Jobs Fund is a crucial component of the province's efforts to stimulate economic growth, create sustainable jobs, promote innovation, and enhance the competitiveness of the manufacturing sector in British Columbia. By supporting capital projects that drive productivity, supply chain strength, and market competitiveness, the program aims to foster clean, inclusive growth and economic resilience in diverse communities across the province.
