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BC Manufacturing Jobs Fund (BCMJF) — Capital Investment
Funding for manufacturing growth in British Columbia
Last Update: April 9, 2026
Funding available
$ 100,000 - $ 10,000,000
Timeline
- Closing date : November 15, 2024
Location
British Columbia, Canada
Overview
Provides non-repayable funding of up to $10 million for manufacturing capital projects in British Columbia. Supports new or renovated infrastructure, technology, equipment, processes, and project readiness planning.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Increase production or service capacity
- Develop a new product or service
- Increase operational productivity
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 10,000,000 $
- Minimum amount : 100,000 $
- Up to 20% of project cost
Timeline
- Closing date : November 15, 2024
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Manufacturing
Location
- British Columbia
Legal structures
- For-profit business
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Indigenous Peoples
- Rural or Northern Residents
- Canadians
- Startups
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Project readiness and final-stage planning for a capital project
- New or renovated manufacturing infrastructure projects
- Technology, equipment, and process upgrades
- Facility expansion or retrofit projects
- Value-added forestry manufacturing initiatives
Documents Needed
- Business financial statements
- Business plan or project planning documents
- Market assessment or forecasts
- Quotes or estimates for project costs
- Letters of support and confirmation of other funding sources
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Businesses
- For-profit organizations
- For-profit manufacturing operations
- Indigenous and First Nation-owned enterprises
- Partnerships with eligible lead applicants
Who is not eligible
- Non-profits applying as lead applicants
- Industry associations applying as lead applicants
- Post-secondary institutions applying as lead applicants
- Crown corporations applying as lead applicants
- Local governments and municipalities applying as lead applicants
Eligible expenses
- Capital expenditures such as equipment, machinery, technology, and construction materials
- Wages or contract costs for net new project-specific labour
- Professional, contractor, and subcontractor fees
- Freight or material transportation, installation, and implementation costs
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Costs not directly related to the project
- Early research, concept development, scoping, and feasibility studies
- Operating costs, core staff salaries, bonuses, and debt refinancing
- Entertainment, marketing, and application development costs
- Land or existing building acquisitions, except in specific Indigenous ownership cases
Eligible geographic areas
- British Columbia
Processing and Agreement
- Step 1 proposals are reviewed for eligibility and fit with program goals
- Selected applications move to a detailed application and due diligence review
- Funding decisions are made by an internal cross-government review panel
- Approved applicants sign a contribution agreement before funding is released
- Recipients must provide progress, financial, and final reports
Additional information
- Applications are no longer being accepted; the intake is closed.
- Applicants can apply more than once for distinct projects.
- Applicants are encouraged to contact the program team before applying.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the BC Manufacturing Jobs Fund (BCMJF) — Capital Investment Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the BC Manufacturing Jobs Fund (BCMJF) — Capital Investment. 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 BC Manufacturing Jobs Fund (BCMJF) — Capital Investment?
Provides non-repayable funding of up to $10 million for manufacturing capital projects in British Columbia. Supports new or renovated infrastructure, technology, equipment, processes, and project readiness planning.
How much funding can be received?
BC Manufacturing Jobs Fund (BCMJF) — Capital Investment Funds up to 20% of admissible expenses, capped at $10,000,000 per project.
Who is eligible for the BC Manufacturing Jobs Fund (BCMJF) — Capital Investment program?
To be eligible for the BC Manufacturing Jobs Fund (BCMJF) — Capital Investment program, you must:
Registered in British Columbia
Manufacturing business or for-profit operation
Project located in B.C.
What expenses are eligible under BC Manufacturing Jobs Fund (BCMJF) — Capital Investment?
Project readiness and final-stage planning for a capital project
New or renovated manufacturing infrastructure projects
Technology, equipment, and process upgrades
Facility expansion or retrofit projects
Value-added forestry manufacturing initiatives
Who can I contact for more information about the BC Manufacturing Jobs Fund (BCMJF) — Capital Investment?
You can contact Government of British Columbia (BC) by email at ManufacturingJobsFund@gov.bc.ca or by phone at none.
Where is the BC Manufacturing Jobs Fund (BCMJF) — Capital Investment available?
The BC Manufacturing Jobs Fund (BCMJF) — Capital Investment program is available the province of British Columbia.
Is the BC Manufacturing Jobs Fund (BCMJF) — Capital Investment a grant, loan, or tax credit?
BC Manufacturing Jobs Fund (BCMJF) — Capital Investment is a Grant and Funding