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Last Update: March 4, 2026
Funding available
Varies by project
Timeline
- Open Date : January 1, 2023
- Closing date : September 24, 2023
Location
Canada
Overview
VFC’s Intrapreneurship Program supports small and medium-sized businesses with paid student talent on 7-week projects. Eligible work includes innovation-focused projects in marketing, communications, data analysis, operations, research, and related fields.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Develop strategic partnerships
- Develop workforce skills
- Launch or market a product/service
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Timeline
- Open Date : January 1, 2023
- Closing date : September 24, 2023
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Location
- Canada
Legal structures
- Non-profit
- Sole proprietorship
- Public or Parapublic institution
- Social economy enterprise
- For-profit business
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- 500 employees maximum
Audience
- Persons with Disabilities
- Newcomers to Canada
- Rural or Northern Residents
- Canadians
- Women
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
- Economic, Social and Community Development
- Employment and Training
- Diversity and Inclusion
Target groups
- Young adults
- Indigenous peoples
- New immigrants & refugees
- People with disabilities
- Women & girls
- Rural / Remote communities
- Business owners / entrepreneurs
- Academia / students
- Minority groups
Revenue structures
- All structures
Scope
- National
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Innovation projects for small businesses and organizations.
- Marketing, communications, and media projects.
- Research, data analysis, and market research projects.
- Operations, project management, and human resources projects.
- Design and education projects.
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Small businesses and startups.
- Non-profits and social enterprises.
- Entrepreneurs and band councils.
Who is not eligible
- International students.
Eligible expenses
The eligible projects for this grant aim to enhance organizational innovation and provide valuable work experience for underserved communities in Canada. The projects cover a diverse range of areas, allowing students to develop critical skills and contribute meaningfully to the participating organizations.
- Marketing projects that focus on strategy and execution.
- Communications projects to enhance internal and external messaging.
- Human Resources projects for developing inclusive policies and practices.
- Market Research projects involving data collection and analysis.
- Operations & Project Management projects to optimize efficiency and productivity.
- Sales projects that strategize market expansion and revenue growth.
- Data Analysis & Mathematics projects that leverage statistical tools and techniques.
- Design projects focusing on product or brand development.
- Media projects that engage with digital and traditional platforms.
- Education projects aimed at enhancing learning tools and resources.
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- International students are not eligible.
Eligible geographic areas
- Canadian provinces and territories.
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are reviewed within 3 to 5 business days.
- Eligible employers are invited to an onboarding webinar.
- Project submissions are reviewed and approved within 6 to 8 weeks.
- Students select projects during orientation, and projects are assigned when space is available.
- Students are paid after the cohort ends and their exit survey is submitted.
Additional information
- Applications are reviewed every 3 to 5 business days.
- Project approval takes 6 to 8 weeks.
- Applications are first-come, first-served for students.
- Students must submit an exit survey before payment is issued.
Frequently Asked Questions about the Intrapreneurship program Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the Intrapreneurship program. 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.
What is the Intrapreneurship program?
VFC’s Intrapreneurship Program supports small and medium-sized businesses with paid student talent on 7-week projects. Eligible work includes innovation-focused projects in marketing, communications, data analysis, operations, research, and related fields.
What is the deadline to apply?
The application deadline for this grant program was September 24, 2023.
Who is eligible for the Intrapreneurship program program?
To be eligible for the Intrapreneurship program program, you must:
Operate in any Canadian province or territory.
Have fewer than 500 staff members.
Be interested in diversifying voices and talent at your organization.
What expenses are eligible under Intrapreneurship program?
Innovation projects for small businesses and organizations.
Marketing, communications, and media projects.
Research, data analysis, and market research projects.
Operations, project management, and human resources projects.
Design and education projects.
Who can I contact for more information about the Intrapreneurship program?
You can contact Venture for Canada (VFC).
Where is the Intrapreneurship program available?
The Intrapreneurship program program is available across Canada.
Is the Intrapreneurship program a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Intrapreneurship program is a Wage Subsidies And Interns