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Canada Book Fund Publishers Business Development — Technology Internships
Supports technology internships in book publishing
Last Update: May 28, 2026
Funding available
$ 45,000
Timeline
- Open Date : March 25, 2023
Location
Canada
Overview
This program can provide up to $45,000 for technology internship projects at eligible publishing firms. It supports internships focused on innovative technology skills in production, marketing or information management, with knowledge transfer to the firm.
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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 team skills
- Attract or retain talent
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 45,000 $
- Up to 75% of project cost
Timeline
- Open Date : March 25, 2023
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Information and cultural industries
Location
- Canada
Legal structures
- Non-profit
- Sole proprietorship
- Public or Parapublic institution
- Non-financial cooperative
- Social economy enterprise
- For-profit business
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Indigenous Peoples
- Language Minorities
- Other Racialized Persons
- Canadians
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
- Culture and Arts
Target groups
- Indigenous peoples
- People with disabilities
- Business owners / entrepreneurs
- Artists / creatives
- Minority groups
Revenue structures
- All structures
Scope
- National
- International
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Technology internship projects for new professionals in the book publishing sector
- Internships focused on innovative technology strategies in production, marketing or information management
- Projects that include knowledge transfer so the publishing firm continues to benefit after the internship
Documents Needed
- Application form
- Project plan
- Intern resumé, if applicable
Official resources
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Individual book publishing firms
Who is not eligible
- Publishing firms that did not receive funding from the Canada Book Fund Publishing Support sub-component in 2025-2026
- More than one member of the same affiliated group in a single fiscal year
Eligible expenses
- Intern salary and benefits during the project period
- Professional development costs for eligible interns from Indigenous, racialized, official language minority, or disability communities, excluding travel and accommodation
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Expenses incurred before April 1, 2026
- Travel and accommodation costs tied to intern professional development
- Non-cash project expenses
- Internships involving an existing employee of the applicant organization
- Internships involving someone who previously benefited from a CBF-funded internship
Selection criteria
- Alignment of the project with the objectives of the Canada Book Fund
- Quality of project planning, including clear objectives, defined activities, and realistic measurable results
- Capacity of the applicant to carry out the project
- Priority may be given to projects from Indigenous, official language minority, or racialized-community-owned publishing firms
- Priority may be given to projects involving eligible underrepresented interns or focusing on innovative technology strategies
How to apply
1
Read Guidelines
Read the Application Guidelines thoroughly before beginning your application.
2
Ensure Eligibility
Verify that your organization and project meet all the eligibility requirements.
3
Prepare Application Package
- Complete the application form.
- Prepare a detailed project plan.
- Compile any necessary supporting documents, such as an intern resume if applicable.
4
Submit Application
- Submit your complete application package electronically via the Canadian Heritage Online System.
- Ensure submission is done by 5:00 p.m. (Eastern Time) on January 31.
5
Technical Support
If unable to submit online, contact technical support at info@pch.gc.ca or call 819-997-0055.
Processing and Agreement
- The program acknowledges receipt of applications within two weeks.
- Applications are reviewed for compliance with program requirements and government policies.
- Projects are compared with other applications and prioritized according to available funding.
- Funding decisions on eligibility and amount are final.
- If approved, funding is provided as a grant or contribution, and reporting obligations may apply.
Additional information
- Only one application may be submitted per fiscal year under this sub-component.
- Affiliated groups may submit only one application per fiscal year.
- Projects cannot exceed 12 months.
- If the intern is not identified at application, their resumé must be provided within 60 days of signing the agreement.
Contacts
Other components of this program
Explore related funding streams and grants that belong to the same program.
- Canada Book Fund Publishers Business Development — Business Planning — Aboriginal or Official Language Minority FirmsSupport for publishing business development
- Canada Book Fund Publishers Business Development — Business PlanningBusiness planning support for publishers
- Canada Book Fund Publishers Business Development — Publishing InternshipsFunding for publisher internships and planning
- Canada Book Fund Publishing SupportFinancial support for publishing and sales of books
Frequently Asked Questions about the Canada Book Fund Publishers Business Development — Technology Internships Program
What is the Canada Book Fund Publishers Business Development — Technology Internships?
This program can provide up to $45,000 for technology internship projects at eligible publishing firms. It supports internships focused on innovative technology skills in production, marketing or information management, with knowledge transfer to the firm.
How much funding can be received?
Canada Book Fund Publishers Business Development — Technology Internships Funds up to 75% of admissible expenses, capped at $45,000 per project.
Who is eligible for the Canada Book Fund Publishers Business Development — Technology Internships program?
To be eligible for the Canada Book Fund Publishers Business Development — Technology Internships program, you must:
Individual publishing firm funded in 2025-2026
Technology internship with a Canadian intern
Innovative technology focus and knowledge transfer
What expenses are eligible under Canada Book Fund Publishers Business Development — Technology Internships?
Technology internship projects for new professionals in the book publishing sector
Internships focused on innovative technology strategies in production, marketing or information management
Projects that include knowledge transfer so the publishing firm continues to benefit after the internship
Who can I contact for more information about the Canada Book Fund Publishers Business Development — Technology Internships?
You can contact Canadian Heritage by email at flc-sae-cbf-sfp@pch.gc.ca or by phone at 819-997-0055.
Where is the Canada Book Fund Publishers Business Development — Technology Internships available?
The Canada Book Fund Publishers Business Development — Technology Internships program is available across Canada.
Is the Canada Book Fund Publishers Business Development — Technology Internships a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Canada Book Fund Publishers Business Development — Technology Internships is a Grant and Funding