Inclusive Diversification and Economic Advancement in the North — For-Profit
NU, Canada
Funding for innovative projects in Northern Canada
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Grant and Funding
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- Canadian Northern Economic Development Agency (CANNOR)
- Government of Canada
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Get funding for projects that contribute to diversifying Canada's northern economy and promoting economic growth.
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There are eligible projects and activities for the IDEANorth grant:
- Economic growth and sector development
- Business scale-up, productivity, and innovation
- Small-scale economic infrastructure development
- Foundational economic infrastructure
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$150,000
Iqaluit
Establishing a community-based tourism program to promote local culture and economy
$100,000
Thunder Bay
Enhancing digital literacy and skills development among Indigenous youth
$160,000
Yellowknife
Building a small business incubator to support local entrepreneurs
$200,000
Yellowknife
Developing a renewable energy project to supply sustainable power
$210,000
Happy Valley-Goose Bay
Enhancing fishing industry productivity through modern equipment
$130,000
Whitehorse
Launching a small-scale aquaponics farm to improve food security
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In order to be eligible for the IDEANorth grant, applicants must:
- Be businesses or public/private organizations with a focus on equitable access for underrepresented groups.
- Demonstrate capacity to deliver projects in the North and engagement in territorial economic development.
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IDEANorth supports businesses and other public or private organizations with a focus on equitable access for underrepresented groups like Indigenous people, women, and youth. Priority is given to recipients with proven capacity to deliver projects in the North and who engage in territorial economic development.
- Businesses
- Public organizations
- Private organizations
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There are certain types of companies that may not be eligible for this grant:
- Companies outside the defined territories of Canada's North
- Companies that do not have a focus on economic development and sector advancement in the North
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Eligible expenses for this grant may include project-specific costs such as:
- Salaries and benefits for project staff
- Consultant fees
- Travel and accommodation for project-related activities
- Materials and supplies directly related to the project
- Equipment rental or purchase necessary for project implementation
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There are evaluation and selection criteria for the IDEANorth grant. The criteria include:
- Proven capacity to deliver projects in the North
- Interest/engagement in territorial economic development
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- Step 1: Review the IDEANorth program guidelines
- Content: Familiarize yourself with the program's objectives, eligibility criteria, and funding priorities
- Implications: Understand the requirements and focus of the grant program to align your application
- Step 2: Complete the Application Form
- Content: Fill out the application form accurately with the necessary details and project information
- Implications: Provide a comprehensive overview of your project for evaluation and funding consideration
- Step 3: Submit the application via email or regional offices
- Content: Email Operations@cannor.gc.ca or reach out to one of the regional offices to submit your application
- Implications: Ensure timely submission of the application to be considered for funding
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operations@cannor.gc.ca
Apply to this program
About IDEANorth Grant
Overview of IDEANorth Grant
The Inclusive Diversification and Economic Advancement in the North (IDEANorth) grant program is designed to make foundational investments in economic infrastructure, sector development, and capacity building in the territories of Canada. It aims to assist Northerners in seizing opportunities within Canada's innovation economy by supporting economic growth, business scale-up, innovation, and infrastructure development.
Key Features of IDEANorth Grant
The IDEANorth program, administered by the Canadian Northern Economic Development Agency, prioritizes investments in economic sectors while ensuring equitable access to funding for underrepresented groups such as Indigenous peoples, women, and youth. The grant focuses on strengthening existing sectors and fostering the emergence of new economic opportunities to enhance and diversify economic activities in Northern Canada.
IDEANorth seeks recipients with proven capacity to execute projects in the North and demonstrate engagement in territorial economic development. By supporting community economic growth through infrastructure investments, IDEANorth plays a vital role in fostering a robust, diverse, and sustainable economy in Canada's North.
To apply for funding under the IDEANorth program, interested parties can reach out to the program management through the provided contact information.
