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Economic Trust of the Southern Interior BC (ETSI-BC) - Developing Human Capital
Last Update: February 4, 2026
BC, Canada
Support for collaborations to develop human capital and create jobs
Grant and Funding
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
Integrate new technologies
Develop strategic partnerships
Develop an online presence
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Eligible Funding
- No Condition
Timeline
- Unspecified
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Location
- British Columbia
Legal structures
- Non-profit
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- All groups
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
- Higher Education
- Research
Target groups
- All the groups
Revenue structures
- 100% donations / grants
Scope
- Local
Overview
This funding program offers support to projects involving collaboration between post-secondary institutions, research organizations, and businesses with the goal of developing human capital. The focus includes supporting entrepreneurship, student internships, and applied research activities that meet industry needs. The program aims to create jobs and share knowledge within the regional economy by providing financial contributions to facilitate these initiatives.
Activities funded
- Supporting entrepreneurship centers at post-secondary institutions
- Providing matching funds for student internships focused on business recovery needs
- Hosting industry-education collaboration meetings
- Funding applied research projects for industry benefit
Examples of admissible projects:
Implementation of digital marketing tools to enhance outreach and sales
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Post-secondary educational institutions
- Research organizations
- Businesses engaged in regional development activities
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Activities not related to education, research, or employment development
- Projects outside the regional area
Selection criteria
- Alignment with regional development goals
- Potential for job creation and economic impact
- Strength of partnership between institutions and industry
- Feasibility and clarity of project plan
How to apply
Create a partnership proposal outlining project objectives and activitiesGather required supporting documents, such as partnership letters and research plansComplete the application form through the designated portal or submission processSubmit the application before the deadlineWait for review and notification of funding decision
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are reviewed for completeness and eligibility.
- Decisions are communicated to applicants typically within a specified review period.
- Successful applicants receive a funding agreement outlining terms and conditions.
- Funds are disbursed following agreement signing and may be subject to reporting and compliance obligations.
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