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Call for Proposals in CareerTech
Co-investment for CareerTech innovation
Last Update: April 29, 2026
Funding available
$ 2,000,000
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Location
Canada
Overview
This program provides up to $10 million in co-investment for CareerTech solutions. It supports commercialization, adoption, workforce innovation, and job-placement tools through industry-led consortia.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Increase performance through digital transformation
- Develop strategic partnerships
- Develop a new program or service
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 2,000,000 $
- Up to 50% of project cost
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Educational services
Location
- Canada
Legal structures
- All legal structures
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- All groups
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Commercialization and adoption of CareerTech solutions.
- Development of new or improved workforce tools and technologies.
- Job placement, skills assessment, and skills-based training solutions.
- Creation of new consortia and networks to expand CareerTech impact.
Documents Needed
- Expression of Interest template
- Full Project Proposal package
- Project budget with funding sources and uses
- IP rationale and data governance information
- Master Project Agreement review notes
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- For-profit organizations
- Not-for-profit organizations
- Indigenous organizations
- Non-federal Crown corporations with commercial funding
Who is not eligible
- Federal Crown corporations
- Government departments and agencies
- International organizations without a registered business presence in Canada, for co-investment purposes
Eligible expenses
- Eligible project costs incurred and paid by Eligible Members.
- Project fees deducted from co-investment payments.
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Project activities carried out by international organizations are not eligible for Digital co-investment unless pre-approved as foreign cost for an Eligible Member.
- Organizations that are not members in good standing are not eligible for co-investment.
Eligible geographic areas
Canada
Processing and Agreement
- Step 1: Expression of Interest review
- Digital reviews complete EOIs for eligibility, fit, and readiness.
- Additional information may be requested.
- Applicants receive a decision by email.
- Step 2: Full Project Proposal review
- Eligible FPPs are reviewed for completeness and eligibility.
- Complete proposals are assessed by an independent Project Selection Committee.
- The committee may request more information and provide feedback.
- Step 3: Investment decision and agreement
- Final investment decisions are made by Digital.
- Successful applicants sign a Master Project Agreement within 30 days.
Additional information
- Only qualified applicants are invited to the full proposal stage.
- All project partners must be DIGITAL Members or Associates at submission.
- A cybersecurity insurance policy of at least $5 million is required.
- The project must be completed by December 31, 2027.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Call for Proposals in CareerTech Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the Call for Proposals in CareerTech. 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 Call for Proposals in CareerTech?
This program provides up to $10 million in co-investment for CareerTech solutions. It supports commercialization, adoption, workforce innovation, and job-placement tools through industry-led consortia.
How much funding can be received?
Call for Proposals in CareerTech Funds up to 50% of admissible expenses, capped at $2,000,000 per project.
Who is eligible for the Call for Proposals in CareerTech program?
To be eligible for the Call for Proposals in CareerTech program, you must:
Industry-led consortium
At least three partners
Project completed by 2027
What expenses are eligible under Call for Proposals in CareerTech?
Commercialization and adoption of CareerTech solutions.
Development of new or improved workforce tools and technologies.
Job placement, skills assessment, and skills-based training solutions.
Creation of new consortia and networks to expand CareerTech impact.
Who can I contact for more information about the Call for Proposals in CareerTech?
You can contact Canada's Digital Technology Cluster by email at DigitalLearningLab@digitalsupercluster.ca.
Where is the Call for Proposals in CareerTech available?
The Call for Proposals in CareerTech program is available across Canada.
Is the Call for Proposals in CareerTech a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Call for Proposals in CareerTech is a Partnering and Collaboration