Innovation Canada — Innovation Advisors in NU
- Open continuously
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
At a glance
Funding available
- Increase performance through digital transformation
- Improve governance or administrative structure
- Develop strategic partnerships
- Varies by project
- Open continuously
Eligible candidates
- Manufacturing
- Wholesale trade
- Retail trade
- Information and cultural industries
- Finance and insurance
- Professional, scientific and technical services
- Educational services
- Health care and social assistance
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
- Accommodation and food services
- Nunavut
- For-profit business
- All revenue ranges
- All organization sizes
- Rural or Northern Residents
- Startups
Next Steps
Official resources
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
This service is available to Canadian incorporated businesses that are ready to grow or scale, looking to create a new product, service, or process, or seeking advice from experienced professionals. It connects businesses with Innovation Advisors who can guide them in accessing government programs and services to support their business development and growth.
Eligible expenses
This grant connects businesses with Innovation Advisors who guide them in leveraging government programs and services. The activities revolve around enhancing business growth, accessing financing, and exploring new markets with the help of advisors.
- Connecting with Innovation Advisors for business growth strategies.
- Leveraging government programs for technical advice and foreign market expertise.
- Strategic planning and support for creating new products, services, or processes.
- Accessing financing and investment through government resources.
- Guidance on navigating government supports for business scaling.
Eligible geographic areas
Innovation Advisors are available across various Canadian regions to support businesses in their growth and development. Businesses across these regions may be eligible to connect with an Innovation Advisor.
- Pacific and Yukon: Victoria, BC and Vancouver, BC.
- Prairies and Northwest Territories: Edmonton, AB, Winnipeg, MB, Calgary, AB, Saskatoon, SK, and NWT.
- Ontario: Toronto, ON, Ottawa, ON, and Waterloo, ON.
- Quebec and Nunavut: Quebec City, QC and Montreal, QC.
- Atlantic: Charlottetown, P.E.I., St. John's, NL, and Moncton, NB.
Selection criteria
There are evaluation and selection criteria for this grant. The criteria are as follows:
- Evaluating impact on innovation and economic growth
- Assessing the potential for market expansion and job creation
- Reviewing the feasibility and sustainability of the project
- Considering the alignment with government priorities and programs
How to apply
Determine Eligibility
- Ensure that your business is incorporated and ready to grow or scale.
- Identify a need for a new product, service, or process, or seek business advice.
Contact Innovation Canada
- Call the toll-free number at 1-833-201-4358 (TTY: 1-866-694-8389) available Monday to Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., across all time zones in Canada.
- Alternatively, send your details via the contact form provided on their website to have an Innovation Advisor get back to you.
Consultation with Innovation Advisor
- Once contact is made, engage with an Innovation Advisor to discuss your business needs and objectives.
- Work with the advisor to identify suitable government programs and services that match your goals.
Collaborative Planning
- Collaborate with the Innovation Advisor to create a strategic plan outlining steps for growth, innovation, or scaling up.
- Access advisor’s network for additional support and resources as needed.