
Innovation Canada — Innovation Advisors in NL
Last Update: July 22, 2025
NL, Canada
Personalized advisory services for innovators in Newfoundland and Labrador
At a glance
Eligible Funding
- No Condition
Timeline
- Unspecified
Financing Type
Expert Advice
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Funds Providers
Unspecified
Program status
Open
Overview
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
Activities funded
Examples of admissible projects:
$ 125,000
Developing an AI-driven financial planning tool for the Canadian market
$ 90,000
Developing an interactive e-learning platform for secondary school students
$ 100,000
Launching a health and wellness app focused on mental health support
$ 110,000
Launching a gourmet organic food delivery service
$ 150,000
Creating an advanced agricultural sensor system for yield optimization
$ 200,000
Establishing a solar-powered clean water system for remote communities
Eligibility
Eligibility for advice from an Innovation Advisor is influenced by several business-related factors.
- The business must be incorporated.
- The business should be ready to grow or scale its operations.
- The company may be looking to create a new product, service, or process.
- The business might be seeking advice on various aspects of its growth.
Who is eligible?
Businesses that are incorporated and seeking growth through new products, services, or processes are eligible. They can connect with Innovation Advisors to access a range of government programs and services.
Eligible expenses
Eligible projects for this grant include various business development and innovation activities that leverage governmental programs and services. They are designed to help businesses grow, scale, and launch new products and services.
- Connecting with Innovation Advisors for strategic business advice.
- Utilizing government programs and services for financing and technical advice.
- Engaging in business development strategies to enter new markets.
- Accessing foreign market expertise to expand business operations.
- Collaborating with government-supported innovation initiatives.
Eligible geographic areas
This grant is intended to benefit enterprises across Canada by connecting them with Innovation Advisors. It does not restrict eligibility based on geographical location, allowing companies from all regions to access support.
- Enterprises across all Canadian regions, including Atlantic, Ontario, Quebec, Prairies, Northwest Territories, Pacific and Yukon.
Selection criteria
There are evaluation and selection criteria for this grant.
- Evaluation and Selection Criteria:
- - Innovation and uniqueness of the project
- - Potential for economic impact
- - Viability and sustainability of the business model
- - Alignment with government priorities and programs
How to apply
1
Fill out the online application form
- Prepare a detailed business plan
- Gather the required documents (financial statements, certifications, etc.)
2
Submit the complete application before the deadline
Check that all information is accurate and up to date
3
Wait for the response from the grant review committee
Prepare additional documents if requested
4
Accept the terms of the grant if approved
Start implementing the proposed project or activities
Additional information
Here are additional relevant details for connecting with an Innovation Advisor:
- Business advisors are geographically distributed to provide region-specific expertise.
- Innovation Advisors are former entrepreneurs and private-sector professionals.
- Advisors have a diverse background including expertise in digital marketing, financial modeling, business development, international trade, and industrial technology.
- Innovation Advisors can assist with a range of services from financing, technical advice, to creating foreign market strategies.
- Each advisor has a unique background and skill set, potentially offering tailored support based on specific industry needs like agri-food, technology, finance, tourism, etc.
- Regional Deputy Directors are also available, sometimes with specific expertise in managing government funding opportunities or developing innovation ecosystems.
- Advisors and Deputy Directors are equipped to introduce clients to appropriate government programs and services to assist in business growth.
- Advisors are available through a toll-free contact number, making access to advice and services convenient and wide-reaching.
Contacts
1-833-201-4358
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