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Last Update: March 4, 2026
Funding available
$ 75,000 - $ 1,000,000
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Location
Edmonton, Alberta, Canada
Overview
The Edmonton Edge Fund provides project-based grants of up to $1 million to support businesses starting, scaling, or growing in Edmonton. Funding is available for activities such as prototype development, commercialization, market expansion, production improvement, and supply chain localization.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Develop a new product or service
- Access new markets
- Launch or market a product/service
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 1,000,000 $
- Minimum amount : 75,000 $
- Up to 50% of project cost
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Location
- Edmonton
- Alberta
Legal structures
- Non-profit
- Public or Parapublic institution
- For-profit business
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Newcomers to Canada
- Other Racialized Persons
- Canadians
- Startups
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
- Economic, Social and Community Development
- Employment and Training
- Business Associations
- Diversity and Inclusion
Target groups
- New immigrants & refugees
- Business owners / entrepreneurs
- Nonprofits / charities
- Minority groups
Revenue structures
- All structures
Scope
- Municipal
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Advancement and commercialization of innovative products or services.
- Scaling business operations to support significant growth.
- Development and testing of prototypes to bring new ideas to market.
- Expansion into new markets, including domestic and international growth initiatives.
- Projects that strengthen or localize supply chains within Edmonton.
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Registered businesses in any industry or sector operating in Edmonton
- Registered nonprofit organizations with an Economic Mandate operating in Edmonton
Who is not eligible
- Religious organizations without an Economic Mandate.
- Applicants that are in arrears with the City of Edmonton.
- Applicants currently in dispute with the City of Edmonton.
Eligible expenses
- Direct capital costs, such as equipment and materials essential to the project.
- Direct labour costs, including salaries or wages of new employees and contractor fees specifically for the project.
- Marketing costs directly related to the promotion of the product(s) or service(s) connected to the project.
- Professional, advisory, and technical service fees required for the project.
- Reasonable travel expenses directly related to the project, in line with the National Joint Council Travel Directive.
Eligible geographic areas
- City of Edmonton
Additional information
- Applicants may submit multiple applications; however, only the highest-scoring application per applicant will be considered for funding.
- Funding is disbursed in milestone payments, linked to the completion of key project deliverables.
- Applications are evaluated competitively due to limited program funding.
- Decisions on funding approval or rejection are final and may not be appealed.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Edmonton Edge Fund Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the Edmonton Edge Fund. 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 Edmonton Edge Fund?
The Edmonton Edge Fund provides project-based grants of up to $1 million to support businesses starting, scaling, or growing in Edmonton. Funding is available for activities such as prototype development, commercialization, market expansion, production improvement, and supply chain localization.
How much funding can be received?
Edmonton Edge Fund Funds up to 50% of admissible expenses, capped at $1,000,000 per project.
Who is eligible for the Edmonton Edge Fund program?
To be eligible for the Edmonton Edge Fund program, you must:
Must be a registered, active legal entity
Must operate in Edmonton or plan to relocate/expand there
Must have or plan to obtain a valid City of Edmonton Business Licence
What expenses are eligible under Edmonton Edge Fund?
Advancement and commercialization of innovative products or services.
Scaling business operations to support significant growth.
Development and testing of prototypes to bring new ideas to market.
Expansion into new markets, including domestic and international growth initiatives.
Projects that strengthen or localize supply chains within Edmonton.
Who can I contact for more information about the Edmonton Edge Fund?
You can contact City of Edmonton by email at EdgeFund@edmonton.ca.
Where is the Edmonton Edge Fund available?
The Edmonton Edge Fund program is available the province of Alberta.
Is the Edmonton Edge Fund a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Edmonton Edge Fund is a Grant and Funding