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 NU?

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

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

The company must be incorporated. The applicant should be ready to grow or scale their business. The company may be looking to create a new product, service, or process.

Innovation Canada — Innovation Advisors in NU

Last Update: January 24, 2025

NU, Canada

Personalized advisory services for innovators in Nunavut

Innovation Canada — Innovation Advisors in NU at a glance

Eligible Funding

No Condition

Timeline

Continuous Intakes

Financing Type

Expert Advice

Eligible Industries

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

Grant Providers

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

Status

Open

Overview of the Innovation Canada — Innovation Advisors in NU 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

Examples of admissible projects:

$ 120,000

Creating a mobile app to enhance mental health services

$ 300,000

Launching a renewable energy startup focusing on solar panels

$ 130,000

Development of a smart irrigation system for urban gardens

$ 60,000

Creating an art therapy program for at-risk youth

$ 175,000

Establishing a co-working space for tech startups and freelancers

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

Eligibility for connecting with an Innovation Advisor requires the following criteria:

The business must be incorporated.
The company should be ready to grow or scale.
The organization is looking to create a new product, service, or process.

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.

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

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 to the Innovation Canada — Innovation Advisors in NU program

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.