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Intrapreneurship program
Paid talent for innovation projects
Latest source updateLast Update: August 10, 2026Latest change: The Intrapreneurship pages now show an October cohort and September 4 deadline, and the student interest form adds eligibility requirements plus a proof of enrolment requirement if selected.View change
Latest source update
Last Update: August 10, 2026
Latest change: The Intrapreneurship pages now show an October cohort and September 4 deadline, and the student interest form adds eligibility requirements plus a proof of enrolment requirement if selected.
Intrapreneurship application dates and eligibility updated
The Intrapreneurship program now points to an October cohort with an application deadline of September 4 instead of June 5, and the student interest form says applications are being accepted for October 2026. The form also adds that applicants must be currently enrolled in a post-secondary institution and eligible to work in Canada, and that selected applicants must provide proof of enrolment. The student interest form now also links to a Proof of Enrolment Guide, adding new application guidance for required documentation. One program page also changed its call to action from July to October, while the core program description and funding text remain unchanged.
Funding available
$ 1,320
Deadline
Closed
Location
Canada
Who can apply
Entrepreneurs, start-ups, small businesses, non-profits, social enterprises, or band councils.
See full eligibility
Overview
The Intrapreneurship Program connects organizations across any Canadian province or territory with talented post-secondary students to advance innovation, growth, and problem-solving initiatives. It is designed for small and medium-sized businesses and supports marketing, research, data analytics, operations, and project management projects.
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At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Develop strategic partnerships
- Develop workforce skills
- Start a business
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 1,320 $
- Up to 100% of project cost
Funds Providers
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Location
- Canada
Legal structures
- Non-profit
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- 500 employees maximum
Audience
- Indigenous Peoples
- Persons with Disabilities
- Newcomers to Canada
- Other Racialized Persons
- Black Canadians
- Rural or Northern Residents
- 2SLGBTQI+
- Canadians
- Startups
- 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
- Marketing, communications, human resources, market research, operations, project management, sales, data analysis and mathematics, design, media, and education projects.
- Innovation projects for organizations.
Documents Needed
- Proof of enrolment
Official resources
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Entrepreneurs, start-ups, small businesses, non-profits, social enterprises, or band councils.
Who is not eligible
- International students are not eligible to apply.
Eligible geographic areas
- Canadian provinces and territories.
Selection criteria
- Students are selected on a first-come, first-served basis.
- Priority is given to new participants.
How to apply
- Submit the application.
- Attend the onboarding webinar if you meet the base criteria.
- Submit your project details for review and approval.
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are reviewed every 3 to 5 business days.
- Companies meeting the base criteria 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 filled when space becomes available.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Intrapreneurship program Program
What is the Intrapreneurship program?
The Intrapreneurship Program connects organizations across any Canadian province or territory with talented post-secondary students to advance innovation, growth, and problem-solving initiatives. It is designed for small and medium-sized businesses and supports marketing, research, data analytics, operations, and project management projects.
How much funding can be received?
Intrapreneurship program Funds up to 100% of admissible expenses, capped at $1,320 per project.
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.
Submit a project that contributes to the organization’s innovation.
What expenses are eligible under Intrapreneurship program?
Marketing, communications, human resources, market research, operations, project management, sales, data analysis and mathematics, design, media, and education projects.
Innovation projects for organizations.
Who can I contact for more information about the Intrapreneurship program?
You can contact Venture for Canada (VFC) by email at intrapreneurship@ventureforcanada.ca.
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