Innovation Canada — Innovation Advisors in SK

Who is eligible?

This service is designed for incorporated businesses in Canada that are ready to grow, scale, or create a new product, service, or process. It aims to assist businesses by providing access to the expertise of Innovation Advisors who can offer valuable insights and connect businesses with government programs and resources.

• Businesses looking to grow or scale.
• Companies aiming to develop a new product, service, or process.
• Incorporated entities in need of business advice or government resources.

Who is not eligible

There are certain types of companies that are not eligible for this grant. Ineligible companies include:

• Companies not incorporated in Canada
• Companies involved in illegal activities
• Companies that do not meet the specific criteria set by the grant

Eligible expenses

Eligibility for connecting with an Innovation Advisor seems to be flexible, focusing on businesses that are incorporated and ready to grow or scale. The emphasis is on supporting the creation of new products, services, processes, or providing general business advice.

• Support for scaling existing businesses.
• Assistance in creating new products, services, or processes.
• General business advice related to strategic growth.
• Leveraging government programs and services.
• Accessing financial, technical, and foreign market expertise.

Eligible geographic areas

This grant program, administered by Innovation Canada, provides advisory support across various regions in Canada to help businesses grow and scale their operations. However, no specific geographical restrictions for eligibility are mentioned in the provided information.

There are evaluation and selection criteria for this grant. The criteria focus on various aspects such as business viability, innovation potential, impact, and alignment with program objectives.

• Business viability
• Innovation potential
• Impact on the market or society
• Alignment with program objectives

Here are the steps to contact an Innovation Advisor for advice and potential connection to government programs and services:

• Step 1: Determine Eligibility
  • Ensure your business is incorporated and ready to grow or scale, or you are seeking advice for creating a new product, service, or process.
• Step 2: Preparation
  • Prepare a brief overview of your business needs and goals to share with the Innovation Advisor.
• Step 3: Contact an Advisor
  • Call the toll-free number provided: 1-833-201-4358 or TTY: 1-866-694-8389 during business hours.
  • Alternatively, send your details via the provided contact method to receive a callback.
• Step 4: Consultation
  • Engage in a discussion with the Innovation Advisor to explore potential programs and services that fit your business's needs.

Here are additional relevant details for this innovation advisory service:

• Innovation Advisors provide personalized advice tailored to your specific business needs and objectives.
• Advisors offer insights into leveraging government programs and creating strategic partnerships.
• Service is available across various regions in Canada, providing localized expertise.
• Advisors can assist with connecting to foreign markets and accessing international business opportunities.
• The service is designed to support diverse businesses, focusing on the cultivation of innovation and economic growth.