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 NWT?

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

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

The applicant must be incorporated. The applicant should be ready to grow or scale their business. The applicant seeks to create a new product, service, or process, or requires expert advice.

Innovation Canada — Innovation Advisors in NWT

Last Update: July 22, 2025

NT, Canada

Personalized advisory services for innovators in the Northwest Territories

Innovation Canada — Innovation Advisors in NWT at a glance

Eligible Funding

No Condition

Timeline

Unspecified

Financing Type

Other Support

Expert Advice

Eligible Industries

Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
Manufacturing
Information and cultural industries
Professional, scientific and technical services
Educational services

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 NWT 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

This grant facilitates businesses in the Northwest Territories by providing them access to expert advice and resources for growth. Eligible projects include business expansion and innovation activities supported by seasoned Innovation Advisors.

Development and implementation of new products, services, or processes.
Business scaling operations.
Strategic business planning and market analysis.
Access to financing and capital resources.
Technical advice for commercialization of research and development projects.
Guidance on entering foreign markets and global expansion strategies.

Examples of admissible projects:

$ 30,000

Establishing a digital literacy program for senior citizens

$ 75,000

Launching a mental health support app for university students

$ 40,000

Creating a community garden program for local food production and education

$ 60,000

Developing a new eco-friendly packaging solution for small businesses

$ 40,000

Launching a local artisan marketplace website to support small businesses

$ 60,000

Developing a renewable energy system for a small community center

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

Eligibility for connecting with an Innovation Advisor requires meeting specific criteria related to the company's status and goals.

The company must be incorporated.
The company should be ready to grow or scale.
The company must be looking to create a new product, service, or process, or seeking guidance and advice.

Who is eligible?

This service is aimed at incorporated businesses in Canada that are ready to grow or scale, looking to create a new product, service, or process, or those seeking advice. Eligibility primarily extends to businesses positioned for growth or in need of strategic advice to leverage government programs for financing, technical support, or foreign market expertise.

Eligible expenses

This service connects businesses that are ready to grow or scale with experienced Innovation Advisors. These advisors assist businesses by finding suitable government programs and services related to various business activities.

Incorporated businesses looking to grow or scale.
Creating new products, services, or processes.
Seeking digital marketing and business strategy advice.
Looking for finance-related guidance and financial modeling.
Developing go-to-market strategies and business development.
Expanding start-ups through mentorship and strategic planning.
Designing, building, or launching products to global markets.
Accessing capital and government funding opportunities.
Scale-up of businesses in various sectors.

Eligible geographic areas

This grant is directed towards businesses in certain regions where Innovation Advisors provide support services. The eligible geographical areas relate to the locations of the Innovation Advisors as well as the regional focus of the advisory services.

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

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

There are evaluation and selection criteria for this grant. Applicants will be judged based on the following:

Clarity and feasibility of the project proposal
Demonstrated need for the funding
Potential impact on job creation and economic growth
Evidence of innovation and scalability

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

Initial contact with an innovation advisor

Call the toll-free number in Canada: 1-833-201-4358 to express your interest.
Send your contact information to the organization so they can reach you.

Additional information

Here are additional relevant details for this program:

Innovation Advisors are former entrepreneurs or private-sector professionals, providing a wealth of experience and networking opportunities.
They can assist businesses in understanding and leveraging various government programs and services.
Each advisor possesses specific expertise, ranging from digital marketing to financial modeling and international market strategies, which can be valuable in advising on suitable growth strategies.
Advisors are regionally based, offering tailored advice relevant to specific geographical needs and opportunities.
An accessible communication line is provided for interested parties to reach out for initial consultations.