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Delta

Strategic co-investment for scaling tech companies

Offered by
Northern Innovation Network (NIN)
Official source: northerninnovation.ca

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Funding available
$ 45,000
Up to 30% of project cost
Deadline
Open continuously
Location
British Columbia, Canada
Who can apply
Scale up tech companies.
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Overview

Delta supports scale up tech companies in British Columbia’s Interior and Northern regions with 30% co-investment toward high-impact growth initiatives. It helps fund market expansion, operational upgrades, leadership hiring, and product commercialization, alongside strategic support for execution.

At a glance

Funding available

Maximum funding
$45,000
Maximum share of project costs
30%
Financing goals
  • Attract or retain talent
  • Develop a new product or service
  • Increase operational productivity
  • Strengthen organizational capacity
  • Access new markets

Eligible candidates

Location
  • British Columbia
Eligible Industries
All industries
Annual revenue
$ 500 minimum revenue
Organisation size
All organization sizes
Audience
All groups
Legal structures
All legal structures

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Take a practical assessment to gain a clear understanding of how well this program aligns with your specific needs and long-term goals.

Availability timeline

2026
Periods: 1

Latest changes

Delta current round wrapped up

The Delta page now says the current funding round has wrapped up and inquiries sent through the forms will be waitlisted if the program opens again.

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The Delta page now says the current funding round has wrapped up. Inquiries submitted through the forms below will be added to a waitlist if the program opens again. No previously announced deadline or early-closure notice is shown on the updated page.

Official source: northerninnovation.ca
October 3, 2026

Eligibility

Who is eligible?

  • Scale up tech companies.
  • Companies in tech-driven or innovative industries.
  • Companies based in British Columbia’s Interior or Northern regions.

Eligible expenses

  • External expertise, including consultants, agencies, and fractional executives.
  • Short-term staffing, including contract-based roles supporting the initiative.

Ineligible Costs and Activities

  • Ongoing operations.
  • Open-ended R&D.
  • Loosely defined strategy development.

Eligible geographic areas

  • British Columbia’s Interior or Northern regions

Activities funded

  • Market expansion.
  • Operational upgrades.
  • Leadership hiring.
  • Product commercialization.

How to apply

  • Submit a high-leverage project with a clear scope and growth outcome (up to $150,000 project budget).

Selection criteria

  • Clarity.
  • Urgency.
  • Focus.
  • A clearly defined, mission-critical project with measurable goals tied to long-term business growth.

Processing and Agreement

  • Every submission is reviewed by the team.
  • The team assesses goals, offers insight, and connects applicants with the most aligned resources.
  • After approval, the typical turnaround is 2-4 weeks, depending on scope finalization, vendor confirmation, and signed agreements.
  • Budget, deliverables, and a few light touchpoints are aligned to track project progress.

Additional information

  • Delta is led by partner Accelerate Okanagan, with support from Pacifican.
  • Applicants interface with the program through Northern Innovation Network, while certain aspects are delivered through Accelerate Okanagan.
  • Participants receive complimentary Northern Innovation Network membership, curated events and workshops, and access to a peer network and founder community.
  • Pre-identified vendors are preferred, but not mandatory.

Official sources

Delta - Northern Innovation Network
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Frequently Asked Questions about the Delta Program

What is the Delta?

Delta supports scale up tech companies in British Columbia’s Interior and Northern regions with 30% co-investment toward high-impact growth initiatives. It helps fund market expansion, operational upgrades, leadership hiring, and product commercialization, alongside strategic support for execution.

How much funding can be received?

Delta Funds up to 30% of admissible expenses, capped at $45,000 per project.

What is the deadline to apply?

The program is accepting continuous intake

Who is eligible for the Delta program?

To be eligible for the Delta program, you must: Have achieved product-market fit and traction. Operate in a tech-driven or innovative industry and be based in British Columbia’s Interior or Northern regions. Have a project scope of up to $150,000 and show a minimum of $500 ARR with proven 20% YOY growth in the last two years.

What expenses are eligible under Delta?

External expertise, including consultants, agencies, and fractional executives. Short-term staffing, including contract-based roles supporting the initiative.

Who can I contact for more information about the Delta?

You can contact Northern Innovation Network (NIN).

Where is the Delta available?

The Delta program is available the province of British Columbia.