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Impact Canada Cleantech Challenge – Women in Cleantech
National support for women cleantech entrepreneurs
Last Update: April 27, 2026
Funding available
$ 1,000,000
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Location
Alberta
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.
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
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.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Impact Canada Cleantech Challenge – Women in Cleantech Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the Impact Canada Cleantech Challenge – Women in Cleantech. 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 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 Municipality of West Elgin by email at none or by phone at none.
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