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Digital4Health – Disrupting Benefits Challenge
Supports digital health care model pilots in Alberta
Last Update: April 29, 2026
Funding available
$ 200,000
Timeline
- Closing date : December 6, 2023
Location
Alberta, Canada
Overview
Up to $200,000 per project is available for digital health solutions that support Alberta’s health system. The program funds pilot testing, evaluation, and adoption of technology-enabled care models with Alberta partners.
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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
- Enhance an existing program
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 200,000 $
Timeline
- Closing date : December 6, 2023
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Utilities
- Manufacturing
- Finance and insurance
- Professional, scientific and technical services
- Administrative and support, waste management and remediation services
- Educational services
- Health care and social assistance
- Other services (except public administration)
- Public administration
Location
- Alberta
Legal structures
- All legal structures
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Canadians
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Pilot testing of digital health solutions
- Implementation of technology-enabled care models
- Evaluation of health, economic, and feasibility outcomes
- Co-creation of a full proposal with Alberta Blue Cross plan sponsors
Documents Needed
- Letter of Intent form
- Full application or full proposal
- Supporting documentation for the project
- Progress or final reports during the project
- Signed investment agreement
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Canadian digital health technology solution providers
- Health Service Delivery Partners in Alberta
- Academic institutions, governments, not-for-profits, for-profits, and associations or consortia
Who is not eligible
- Technology solution providers that are not Canadian incorporated companies
- Primary applicants who are Technology Solution Providers in the Project Stream
- Organizations that do not meet Alberta Innovates' funding requirements
Eligible expenses
- Labour costs directly tied to the project
- Materials and supplies
- Software or database acquisition
- Subcontractor fees
- Pre-approved travel and other direct operating costs
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Costs incurred before the investment agreement is signed
- General overhead and unrelated project costs
- Land, buildings, and lease-related costs
- Advertising, training, and routine maintenance
- Application costs, fines, penalties, and hospitality
Eligible geographic areas
- Alberta
- Canada
Processing and Agreement
- LOIs or applications are reviewed for fit with program objectives.
- Applicants may be invited to pitch or move to a full proposal stage.
- Applications are assessed by Alberta Innovates staff and external expert reviewers.
- Successful applicants must sign an investment agreement before funding starts.
- Progress and outcome reporting are required during and after the project.
Additional information
- Selected technology solutions may be piloted for up to 24 months.
- Applications are reviewed by Alberta Innovates staff and external expert reviewers.
- Funding is tied to milestone completion and progress reporting.
- A standard investment agreement must be signed before funding is released.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Digital4Health – Disrupting Benefits Challenge Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the Digital4Health – Disrupting Benefits Challenge. 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 Digital4Health – Disrupting Benefits Challenge?
Up to $200,000 per project is available for digital health solutions that support Alberta’s health system. The program funds pilot testing, evaluation, and adoption of technology-enabled care models with Alberta partners.
How much funding can be received?
Digital4Health – Disrupting Benefits Challenge Funds up to $200,000 of admissible expenses.
Who is eligible for the Digital4Health – Disrupting Benefits Challenge program?
To be eligible for the Digital4Health – Disrupting Benefits Challenge program, you must:
Canadian incorporated organization
Market-ready digital health technology
Project aligned with program priorities
What expenses are eligible under Digital4Health – Disrupting Benefits Challenge?
Pilot testing of digital health solutions
Implementation of technology-enabled care models
Evaluation of health, economic, and feasibility outcomes
Co-creation of a full proposal with Alberta Blue Cross plan sponsors
Who can I contact for more information about the Digital4Health – Disrupting Benefits Challenge?
You can contact Alberta Innovates by email at Antonio.Bruni@albertainnovates.ca or by phone at 780-306-3095.
Where is the Digital4Health – Disrupting Benefits Challenge available?
The Digital4Health – Disrupting Benefits Challenge program is available the province of Alberta.
Is the Digital4Health – Disrupting Benefits Challenge a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Digital4Health – Disrupting Benefits Challenge is a Partnering and Collaboration