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Call for Proposals to Grow Housing Production Capacity in B.C.
Co-investment for housing innovation in British Columbia
Funding available
$ 50,000 - $ 800,000
Deadline
Closed
Location
British Columbia, Canada
Who can apply
Any type of organization can act as Project Lead and submit an expression of interest for consideration.
See full eligibility
Overview
The Call for Innovations That Grow Housing Production Capacity in British Columbia offers DIGITAL co-investment up to 50% of total project costs for collaborative teams in British Columbia to use digital innovation for housing production capacity. It funds Discovery Projects and Trial Projects in digital design, digital production and logistics, and catalysts.
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At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Increase performance through digital transformation
- Develop strategic partnerships
- Increase production or service capacity
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 800,000 $
- Minimum amount : 50,000 $
- Up to 50% of project cost
Funds Providers
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Location
- British Columbia
Legal structures
- For-profit business
- Public or Parapublic institution
- Non-profit
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- All groups
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
- Housing
Target groups
- Business owners / entrepreneurs
Revenue structures
- All structures
Scope
- Provincial
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Discovery projects are feasibility studies, assessments and proof of concept work to study needs, defined potential solutions and complete preliminary tests.
- Trial projects take defined solutions that have had some form of preliminary assessment and conduct pilot projects or full-scale trials.
- Digital Design: Utilizing design as a tool for productivity improvements.
- Digital Production & Logistics: Leveraging data to streamline the supply chain.
- Catalysts: An adaptable category aimed at addressing emerging challenges.
Documents Needed
- Expression of Interest (EOI) template
Official resources
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Any type of organization can act as Project Lead and submit an expression of interest for consideration.
Who is not eligible
- Foreign organizations without a registered business presence in Canada, for funded project activities.
Eligible expenses
- Project costs eligible for DIGITAL co-investment, up to 50% of total project costs.
- For foreign participants, approved foreign costs may be eligible.
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Project activities undertaken by foreign organizations without a registered business presence in Canada, unless pre-approved by DIGITAL as a foreign cost.
Eligible geographic areas
- British Columbia
Selection criteria
- Clear objectives, target results, and project deliverables.
- Well-defined need or performance gap.
- Strong team composition and relevant experience.
- Sound solution design, validation approach, and staged workplan.
- Expected impact on housing growth, digital collaboration, knowledge sharing, and B.C.-based companies.
How to apply
- Download the EOI template, and when ready, e-mail to grow.housing@digitalsupercluster.ca.
- For EOIs that are aligned with the purpose of the call, have a strong team and high impact, an invitation to submit a full proposal will be made.
- Project teams will receive a proposal template, instructions and a target deadline for submission.
Processing and Agreement
- Once received, EOIs are reviewed weekly.
- Feedback typically takes 1-2 weeks after submission.
- Completed proposals are reviewed by a project selection committee (PSC) staffed with independent reviewers.
- The PSC makes a clear decision for one of three types of recommendations: Approve, Approve with Conditions, Not Approve.
- The recommendations of the PSC are reviewed and approved by DIGITAL with successful proposal teams moved into contracting, and teams will sign a Master Project Agreement (MPA) which sets out the terms and conditions related to funding, including reporting and compliance obligations.
Additional information
- Applications start with an Expression of Interest (EOI).
- Aligned EOIs may be invited to submit a full proposal.
- Teams of at least 3 organizations are invited.
- The program is currently closed for submissions.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Call for Proposals to Grow Housing Production Capacity in B.C. Program
What is the Call for Proposals to Grow Housing Production Capacity in B.C.?
The Call for Innovations That Grow Housing Production Capacity in British Columbia offers DIGITAL co-investment up to 50% of total project costs for collaborative teams in British Columbia to use digital innovation for housing production capacity. It funds Discovery Projects and Trial Projects in digital design, digital production and logistics, and catalysts.
How much funding can be received?
Call for Proposals to Grow Housing Production Capacity in B.C. Funds up to 50% of admissible expenses, capped at $800,000 per project.
Who is eligible for the Call for Proposals to Grow Housing Production Capacity in B.C. program?
To be eligible for the Call for Proposals to Grow Housing Production Capacity in B.C. program, you must:
At least 3 organizations per team
Project Lead legally registered to operate in Canada
Operational presence in British Columbia
What expenses are eligible under Call for Proposals to Grow Housing Production Capacity in B.C.?
Discovery projects are feasibility studies, assessments and proof of concept work to study needs, defined potential solutions and complete preliminary tests.
Trial projects take defined solutions that have had some form of preliminary assessment and conduct pilot projects or full-scale trials.
Digital Design: Utilizing design as a tool for productivity improvements.
Digital Production & Logistics: Leveraging data to streamline the supply chain.
Catalysts: An adaptable category aimed at addressing emerging challenges.
Who can I contact for more information about the Call for Proposals to Grow Housing Production Capacity in B.C.?
You can contact Canada's Digital Technology Cluster (DIGITAL) by email at grow.housing@digitalsupercluster.ca.
Where is the Call for Proposals to Grow Housing Production Capacity in B.C. available?
The Call for Proposals to Grow Housing Production Capacity in B.C. program is available the province of British Columbia.
Is the Call for Proposals to Grow Housing Production Capacity in B.C. a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Call for Proposals to Grow Housing Production Capacity in B.C. is a Partnering and Collaboration