CanNor Jobs and Growth Fund — Not-for-Profit
Canada
Money to future-proof your non-profit in Northern Canada
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- grant_single|closingDateJuly 21, 2021
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Grant and Funding
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- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
- Manufacturing
- Professional, scientific and technical services
- Health care and social assistance
- Other services (except public administration)
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- Government of Canada
- Canadian Northern Economic Development Agency (CANNOR)
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If your organization is working on a project to transition to a green economy, foster an inclusive recovery, become more competitive and create jobs for Canadians, you could get a non-repayable contribution for up to 90% of the project’s cost.
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There are eligible activities for the Jobs and Growth Fund grant:
- Supporting the transition to a green economy, including developing clean technology and fostering sustainable economic growth.
- Fostering an inclusive recovery by supporting underrepresented groups, increasing their participation in the economy, and promoting equity in the workforce.
- Preserving Canada's competitiveness and future-proofing SMEs through digital adoption, including investing in digital solutions and technologies.
- Strengthening capacity in critical sectors for Canada's recovery and growth, such as supporting market expansion, developing global competitive advantage, and enhancing supply chain adaptation.
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$180,000
Developing a platform to support minority-owned businesses
$90,000
Expanding a tech startup's market reach through digital marketing strategies
$108,000
Creating an inclusive hiring program for individuals with disabilities
$450,000
Upgrading manufacturing plant's machinery to energy-efficient models
$540,000
Building an eco-friendly community center with solar panels and green spaces
$135,000
Implementing digital solutions for a small farm cooperative to enhance productivity
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The Jobs and Growth Fund provides funding to businesses and organizations to help create jobs and position local economies for long-term growth. Eligible applicants include businesses, not-for-profit organizations, community economic development partners, and Indigenous-led organizations.
- Businesses, including co-operatives
- Not-for-profit organizations and community economic development partners
- Indigenous-led organizations and/or businesses
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Eligible types of companies for the Jobs and Growth Fund grant include businesses, co-operatives, and not-for-profit organizations. Indigenous-led organizations and/or businesses are also strongly encouraged to apply.
- Businesses
- Co-operatives
- Not-for-profit organizations and community economic development partners
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The Jobs and Growth Fund covers a range of eligible expenses including support for the transition to a green economy, fostering an inclusive recovery, preserving competitiveness through digital adoption, and strengthening capacity in critical sectors. Eligible expenses may include but are not limited to:
- Development and adoption of clean technology
- Planning and driving sustainable economic growth
- Catalyzing the development of green regional clusters
- Supporting underrepresented groups in the economy
- Building more inclusive and equitable workforce
- Investing in digital and technological solutions to increase business productivity
- Supporting scale-up and market expansion activities
- Adapting and diversifying supply chains in critical sectors
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There are evaluation and selection criteria for the Jobs and Growth Fund grant:
- Relevance of the project to the objectives and eligible activities of the fund.
- Demonstrated need for funding and potential economic impact.
- Credibility of the applicant's business plan or project proposal.
- Capacity and capability of the applicant to successfully implement the project.
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- Step 1: Review the eligibility criteria and ensure your project aligns with the activities outlined in the Jobs and Growth Fund.
- Step 2: Prepare a detailed project proposal that clearly outlines how your project will contribute to job creation, economic growth, and the specific objectives of the Fund.
- Step 3: Submit your application to the Canadian Northern Economic Development Agency (CanNor) or the relevant regional development agency (RDA) responsible for administering the Fund.
Apply to this program
Jobs and Growth Fund Summary
The Jobs and Growth Fund provides funding to businesses, not-for-profit organizations, and Indigenous applicants to support the transition to a green economy, foster an inclusive recovery, preserve Canada's competitiveness, and strengthen capacity in key sectors. Eligible businesses can receive interest-free repayable contributions, while eligible not-for-profit organizations can receive non-repayable contributions.
Jobs and Growth Fund Detailed Explanation
The Jobs and Growth Fund, administered by Canada's regional development agencies, aims to create jobs, drive economic growth, and enhance competitiveness. With a focus on activities that support the transition to a green economy, the fund provides financial assistance to businesses, not-for-profit organizations, and Indigenous applicants.
Businesses, including co-operatives, and not-for-profit organizations can access funding to develop and adopt clean technology, plan sustainable economic growth, and drive regional green clusters. The Fund also supports activities that promote an inclusive recovery by assisting businesses led by underrepresented groups and enhancing workforce diversity through training and resources.
Furthermore, the Jobs and Growth Fund encourages digital adoption and future-proofs SMEs by investing in technologies that boost productivity, scalability, and resilience. It also strengthens capacity in critical sectors by supporting market expansion, developing competitive advantages, and fostering supply chain adaptation in areas like food production and biomanufacturing.
Eligible businesses may receive interest-free repayable contributions for up to 50% of eligible costs, while not-for-profit organizations can benefit from non-repayable contributions covering up to 90% of eligible expenses. The Fund is open for applications on a continuous intake basis until the allocated funding is fully utilized.
For additional information and inquiries about the Jobs and Growth Fund, interested parties can contact Operations@cannor.gc.ca or reach out to regional offices for assistance and guidance on the application process.
