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Impact Canada Cleantech Challenge – Women in Cleantech
National support for women cleantech entrepreneurs
Last Update: May 1, 2026
Funding available
$ 1,000,000
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Location
Alberta, Canada
Overview
A three-year national cleantech challenge supporting women entrepreneurs. It offered incubation, federal lab support, and a $1 million grand prize for the venture that advanced the most.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Develop strategic partnerships
- Increase social or community impact
- Implement environmental initiatives
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 1,000,000 $
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Mining, quarrying, and oil and gas extraction
- Manufacturing
- Professional, scientific and technical services
Location
- Alberta
Legal structures
- For-profit business
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Women
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Building and growing a cleantech venture.
- Advancing a technology toward real-world commercialization.
Official resources
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Women entrepreneurs.
- Cleantech ventures.
Eligible expenses
- Living and travel expenses for finalists.
- Business incubation support.
- Science and technology support from federal laboratories.
Eligible geographic areas
- Canada
Selection criteria
- Potential of the technology.
- Business knowledge.
- Leadership qualities.
Processing and Agreement
- Applications were reviewed through a competitive selection process.
- 148 applications were narrowed down to 6 finalists.
- The top advancing venture was awarded a $1 million grand prize.
Additional information
- The challenge ran for three years.
- Six finalists were selected from 148 applications.
- Delivery was led by MaRS Discovery District.
Frequently Asked Questions about the Impact Canada Cleantech Challenge – Women in Cleantech Program
What is the Impact Canada Cleantech Challenge – Women in Cleantech?
A three-year national cleantech challenge supporting women entrepreneurs. It offered incubation, federal lab support, and a $1 million grand prize for the venture that advanced the most.
How much funding can be received?
Impact Canada Cleantech Challenge – Women in Cleantech Funds up to $1,000,000 of admissible expenses.
Who is eligible for the Impact Canada Cleantech Challenge – Women in Cleantech program?
To be eligible for the Impact Canada Cleantech Challenge – Women in Cleantech program, you must:
Women cleantech entrepreneurs.
Strong business leadership.
Promising technology.
What expenses are eligible under Impact Canada Cleantech Challenge – Women in Cleantech?
Building and growing a cleantech venture.
Advancing a technology toward real-world commercialization.
Who can I contact for more information about the Impact Canada Cleantech Challenge – Women in Cleantech?
You can contact Natural Resources Canada (NRCan).
Where is the Impact Canada Cleantech Challenge – Women in Cleantech available?
The Impact Canada Cleantech Challenge – Women in Cleantech program is available the province of Alberta.
Is the Impact Canada Cleantech Challenge – Women in Cleantech a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Impact Canada Cleantech Challenge – Women in Cleantech is a Researchers And Facilities