How much funding can be received?

There is no informations about how much funding can be received.

What is the deadline to apply?

The deadline to apply is not specified.

Who are the financial supporters of the Innovation Canada — Innovation Advisors in AB?

Innovation Canada — Innovation Advisors in AB is funded by Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada (ISED), Government of Canada, Innovation Canada

What are Innovation Canada — Innovation Advisors in AB's eligibility criterias?

Applicants must be businesses seeking to access government programs and services in Alberta. The business should benefit from the expertise of innovation advisors for growth and development.

Innovation Canada — Innovation Advisors in AB

Last Update: July 22, 2025

AB, Canada

Personalized advisory services for innovators in Alberta

Innovation Canada — Innovation Advisors in AB at a glance

Eligible Funding

No Condition

Timeline

Unspecified

Financing Type

Expert Advice

Eligible Industries

Manufacturing
Transportation and warehousing
Information and cultural industries
Professional, scientific and technical services
Educational services
Health care and social assistance

Grant Providers

Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada (ISED)
Government of Canada
Innovation Canada

Program status

Open

Overview of the Innovation Canada — Innovation Advisors in AB program

If you're developing a new product, technology or process, an Innovation Advisor can provide you with free, one-on-one assistance to help you find the government supports that are right for your business. Our advisors a

Eligible projects & activities

The Innovation Canada — Innovation Advisors program in Alberta helps businesses leverage specialized expertise to grow and innovate. While specific projects or activities eligible for this grant are not explicitly detailed in the provided information, Innovation Advisors support projects through strategic advice and connections with relevant government programs.

Examples of admissible projects:

$ 12,000

Upgrading technology for a local social economy enterprise

$ 25,000

Creating an online platform for financial literacy education

$ 20,000

Creating a financial education program for non-profits

$ 30,000

Developing a new financial modeling software for small businesses

$ 20,000

Launching a marketing campaign for an innovative local product

$ 15,000

Implementing a digital marketing strategy for a regional cooperative

Eligibility criteria of the Innovation Canada — Innovation Advisors in AB program

Eligibility for connecting with an Innovation Advisor is determined by specific criteria related to your business status and goals.

The company must be incorporated.
The company should be ready to grow or scale operations.
The company might be looking to create a new product, service, or process.
Alternatively, the company may simply be looking for business advice.

Who is eligible?

Businesses that are incorporated and are either ready to grow or scale, looking to create a new product, service, or process, or seeking advice can apply. These businesses should target leveraging government programs and services through comprehensive support from Innovation Advisors, particularly in areas like financing, technical advice, or expanding into foreign markets. The focus is on businesses that are innovative and poised for growth.

Eligible expenses

This grant connects entrepreneurs and businesses with Innovation Advisors to boost innovation and growth. The eligible projects and activities focus on leveraging government programs and services for business development, financial guidance, market expansion, and strategic business planning.

Connecting with Innovation Advisors for expert advice and leveraging networks.
Accessing government programs for financing and technical advice.
Developing market expansion strategies and exploring foreign markets.
Receiving strategic planning support for growing and scaling businesses.
Utilizing business development strategies for product or service innovation.
Obtaining guidance on regulatory strategy and government affairs.

Eligible geographic areas

This program offers advisory services across multiple regions in Canada, facilitated by Innovation Advisors based in specific geographical areas. Each region caters to businesses within the local innovation ecosystem to match them with relevant services and opportunities.

Pacific and Yukon
Prairies and Northwest Territories
Ontario
Quebec and Nunavut
Atlantic

Eligibility criteria of the Innovation Canada — Innovation Advisors in AB program

There are evaluation and selection criteria for this grant. The grant is evaluated based on specific criteria including:

Financial viability and sustainability of the business
Demonstrated need for government support
Innovation and potential for growth
Potential impact on the Canadian economy
Fulfillment of program and eligibility requirements

How to apply to the Innovation Canada — Innovation Advisors in AB program

Check the eligibility of the company for the grant.

Gather the necessary documents to complete the application.

Create an account on the online submission platform.

Fill out the grant application form.
Attach the required documents to the application.

Verify that all information is correct and complete.

Submit the grant application.

Additional information

Here are additional relevant details for connecting with an Innovation Advisor:

Innovation Advisors can leverage their extensive network to help businesses connect with the right government programs and services.
They offer tailored advice based on your industry and specific business needs, drawing on their own entrepreneurial experiences and expertise in various fields.
The service is inclusive, aiming to support diverse businesses across Canada by providing advice that fosters innovation and growth.
Innovation Advisors are accessible for businesses at different stages of development, whether looking to scale or just starting out.

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