Innovation Canada — Innovation Advisors - Indigenous stream

Q: How much funding can be received?

There is no informations about how much funding can be received.

Q: What is the deadline to apply?

The deadline to apply is not specified.

Q: Who is eligible for the Innovation Canada — Innovation Advisors - Indigenous stream program?

To be eligible for the Innovation Canada — Innovation Advisors - Indigenous stream program, you must: • The applicant must be incorporated and ready to grow or scale their business. • The applicant should be looking to create a new product, service, or process. • Seeking advice from an Innovation Advisor is part of the eligibility.

Q: Who can I contact for more information about the Innovation Canada — Innovation Advisors - Indigenous stream?

You can contact Innovation Canada.

Q: Where is the Innovation Canada — Innovation Advisors - Indigenous stream available?

The Innovation Canada — Innovation Advisors - Indigenous stream program is available across Canada.

Q: Are Indigenous Peoples eligible for the Innovation Canada — Innovation Advisors - Indigenous stream program?

Yes, Indigenous Peoples are eligible to apply for the Innovation Canada — Innovation Advisors - Indigenous stream program.

Last Update: July 22, 2025

Canada

Personalized advisory services for Indigenous innovators

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 are former entrepreneurs with est

Activities funded

This program aims to promote the growth and development of businesses through the support of innovation experts and access to government resources. Eligible activities include strategic support, product development consulting, and assistance in penetrating new markets.

Personalized support from innovation consultants to develop market capabilities.
Consultation for optimizing digital marketing and commercialization strategies.
Guidance towards government funding and support programs tailored for innovative businesses.
Advice on financial management and market analysis to optimize growth.
Support for international expansion and export strategies.

Examples of admissible projects:

$ 80,000

Expansion of the organic product line to international markets

$ 80,000

Development of an innovative telemedicine platform for remote communities

$ 80,000

Development and commercialization of biodegradable cleaning products

$ 75,000

Market expansion of locally crafted sustainable furniture

$ 75,000

Development of an advanced weather prediction system using AI technology

$ 70,000

Commercialization of eco-friendly packaging technology

Eligibility

Eligibility to connect with an Innovation Advisor is determined by the following criteria related to your company's structure and goals.

The company must be incorporated.
The company must be ready to grow or scale its operations.
The company must be looking to create a new product, service, or process.

Who is eligible?

The provided context does not specify detailed evaluation and selection criteria for projects eligible under the Innovation Advisors service. It primarily describes the type of assistance provided by Innovation Advisors in helping incorporated businesses ready to grow or scale their products, services, or processes. As such, there are no specific scoring criteria mentioned for project evaluation in the context shared.

Eligible expenses

This grant connects businesses with Innovation Advisors to leverage government programs and services for growth. While the specific projects eligible for this grant are not detailed, activities are related to leveraging expert advice for scaling businesses and accessing government resources.

Connecting with Innovation Advisors for business growth and scaling advice.
Accessing a network of government programs and services for business development.
Leveraging technical advice and market expertise from experienced professionals.
Receiving guidance on navigating and utilizing government resources for innovation.

Eligible geographic areas

This grant is open to businesses within Canada, allowing connections with regional Innovation Advisors to help meet their developmental goals. The service coverage includes various provinces and territories across the country.

Pacific and Yukon: British Columbia, Yukon
Prairies and Northwest Territories: Alberta, Saskatchewan, Northwest Territories
Ontario
Quebec and Nunavut: Quebec, Nunavut
Atlantic: Prince Edward Island, Newfoundland and Labrador, New Brunswick

Selection criteria

For this grant, evaluation and selection criteria play a crucial role in determining successful applicants. The criteria include:

Evidence of innovation and novel ideas
Demonstrated feasibility and potential impact of the project
Clear objectives and milestones
Capability and experience of the applicant team
Alignment with grant objectives and priorities

How to apply

Contact the Innovation Advisor Service by calling toll-free in Canada at 1-833-201-4358 or TTY at 1-866-694-8389.

Provide your details and business information to the Innovation Advisor.

The Innovation Advisor will assess your eligibility and connect you with the right programs and services.

Additional information

Here are additional relevant details for this grant program:

Innovation Advisors provide mentoring services and leverage their private sector experience to guide businesses.
Advisors are located across different regions to provide tailored support to local businesses.
The service can connect businesses with various government programs and services, including financing, technical advice, and market expertise.
The advisory service is inclusive and aims to support diversity in business innovation.
Businesses can access the service through a toll-free number or by sending their details for a callback.

Apply to this program

Frequently Asked Questions about the Innovation Canada — Innovation Advisors - Indigenous stream Program

Here are answers to the most common questions about the Innovation Canada — Innovation Advisors - Indigenous stream. This section explains what the program is, how much funding is available, eligibility requirements, application deadlines, and other important details to help you determine if this grant is right for your business.