grant_single_labels|summary

grant_single|eligibleFinancing
  • grant_single|maxCount
grant_single|deadlines
  • grant_single|closingDateFebruary 19, 2024
grant_single|financingType
Loans and Capital investments
grant_single|eligibleIndustries
  • grant_single|allIndustries
grant_single|grantors
  • Business Development Bank of Canada (BDC)
  • Government of Canada
grant_single|status
grant_card_status|open

grant_single_labels|preview

Obtain a loan of up to $100,000 to help small and medium-sized enterprises adopt digital technologies and enhance their competitiveness.

grant_single_labels|projects

Yes, the grant supports specific activities related to digital plan implementation.
  • Acquiring IT equipment
  • Installation of new technologies
  • Updating and/or expanding IT equipment
  • Training staff on onboarded technologies
  • Materials and support services directly related to onboarding the technology
  • Further advisory services on particular aspects of the digital adoption plan
grant_single|admissibleProjectsExample

$40,000

Halifax
Developing a mobile app to enhance user engagement and loyalty

$60,000

Ottawa
Deploying an advanced analytics tool to optimize business processes

$32,000

Montreal
Enhancing e-commerce capabilities through a new digital platform

$45,000

Vancouver
Upgrading IT infrastructure for better cybersecurity and data protection

$35,000

Toronto
Implementing an advanced customer relationship management (CRM) system to streamline operations

$25,000

Calgary
Implementing a digital payroll system for better financial management

grant_single_labels|admissibility

The eligibility criteria for this loan are for businesses that had a valid, signed grant agreement before February 19, 2024, and respected all program deadlines specified in their agreement.
  • You have a valid grant agreement
  • You completed your digital adoption plan and are ready to submit your grant claim
  • Your grant claim was approved and you want to apply for the BDC 0% interest loan and/or a wage subsidy to hire an employee

grant_eligibility_criteria|who_can_apply

However, businesses that have a valid, signed grant agreement prior to February 19, 2024, may still be eligible.
  • A business with revenues between $500,000 and below $5M can request a loan of between $25,000 and $50,000.
  • A business with revenues $5M and more can request a loan between $25,000 and $100,000.
  • The business must have a digital adoption plan that is recognized by the CDAP Boost Your Business Technology stream.

grant_eligibility_criteria|eligible_expenses

Eligible expenses for this grant include acquiring IT equipment, installation of new technologies, updating and/or expanding IT equipment, training staff on onboarded technologies, and materials and support services directly related to onboarding the technology.
  • Acquiring IT equipment
  • Installation of new technologies
  • Updating and/or expanding IT equipment
  • Training staff on onboarded technologies
  • Materials and support services directly related to onboarding the technology

grant_eligibility_criteria|zone

  • National: All provinces and territories in Canada

grant_single_labels|criteria

  • Businesses must have a signed grant agreement prior to February 19, 2024.
  • The digital adoption plan must be built with an ISED-approved partner.
  • Businesses must submit their digital adoption plan and invoices for approval to receive a grant of up to $15,000.
  • Eligibility to apply for a 0% interest loan of up to $100,000 requires having a digital adoption plan approved by ISED.
  • Loan amounts are dependent on annual gross revenues as of the closing date of the last fiscal year-end, with a minimum requirement of $500,000 annual income:
  • Revenues between $500,000 and below $5M: eligible for a loan between $25,000 and $50,000.
  • Revenues $5M and more: eligible for a loan between $25,000 and $100,000.
  • Loan usage must align with recommendations from the approved digital adoption plan.
  • Applicants must comply with all program deadlines for grant claims and loan applications.
  • Applicants must meet BDC loan terms and credit worthiness requirements.

grant_single_labels|register

  • Step 1: Build a digital adoption plan
  • Implication: Partner with an ISED-approved advisor to create a digital plan tailored to your business needs.
  • Step 2: Obtain your grant
  • Implication: Submit your digital adoption plan and invoices to ISED for approval. Upon approval, a grant of up to $15,000 will be disbursed to cover advisory fees.
  • Step 3: Apply for the BDC 0% interest loan
  • Implication: Once your plan is approved, log into the CDAP portal on ISED’s site to apply for a 0% interest loan of up to $100,000 from BDC. This loan must be used for implementing the approved digital plan.

grant_single_labels|otherInfo

  • The Canada Digital Adoption Program (CDAP) provides support for small and medium-sized enterprises to adopt digital technologies, including grants and loans, but it is no longer accepting new applications for the Boost Your Business Technology stream as of February 19, 2024. This program aims to enhance Canadian commerce by helping businesses improve their online presence and digital capabilities.
  • The grant covers up to 90% of the eligible costs of advisory services, up to a maximum amount of $15,000 per SME. Eligible SMEs must have an annual gross revenue of at least $500K as of the last fiscal year-end to qualify for the loan. The loan amount is determined by the size of the business, ranging between $25,000 and $100,000, depending on annual revenues. This loan must be used to cover costs directly related to the digital adoption plan, such as acquiring IT equipment, installation, and training staff.
  • Standard banking practices apply, and a declined loan request will be reflected in the company’s credit score. Applicants must meet both CDAP eligibility criteria and BDC’s credit worthiness requirements to receive a loan offer. Loans can be applied for multiple businesses but are limited to a maximum loan of $200,000 per borrowing group. Applicants have 6 months from the approval of their digital adoption plan to apply for the BDC loan.
  • The CDAP program also provides access to a team of advisors who conduct a thorough assessment of the business's digital needs and create a tailored plan to boost technology implementation. This assessment and subsequent work ensure that the business can effectively utilize the technology to enhance its website, reduce costs, and improve overall operational efficiency. By doing so, Canadian SMEs can stay competitive and thrive in the digital marketplace.

grant_single_labels|documents

BDC — Canada Digital Adoption Program (CDAP) Loan

grant_single_labels|contact

digitaladoption-adoptionnumerique@ised-isde.gc.ca
1-800-328-6189
Apply to this program