NBIF — CleanTech Accelerator Program

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 application deadline for this grant program was November 30, 2024.

Q: Is the NBIF — CleanTech Accelerator Program a grant, loan, or tax credit?

NBIF — CleanTech Accelerator Program is a Partnering and Collaboration

Q: Who are the financial supporters of the NBIF — CleanTech Accelerator Program?

NBIF — CleanTech Accelerator Program is funded by New Brunswick Innovation Foundation (NBIF)

Q: Who is eligible for the NBIF — CleanTech Accelerator Program program?

To be eligible for the NBIF — CleanTech Accelerator Program program, you must: • The company must be a startup based in New Brunswick, either incorporated in New Brunswick or nationally, but based in New Brunswick. • The company should be commercializing a solution in climate tech, CleanTech, or environmental sustainability.

Q: Who can I contact for more information about the NBIF — CleanTech Accelerator Program?

You can contact New Brunswick Innovation Foundation (NBIF) by email at programs@nbif.ca.

Q: Where is the NBIF — CleanTech Accelerator Program available?

The NBIF — CleanTech Accelerator Program program is available the province of New Brunswick.

Q: Are startups eligible for the NBIF — CleanTech Accelerator Program program?

Yes, startups are eligible to apply for the NBIF — CleanTech Accelerator Program program.

Last Update: July 22, 2025

NB, Canada

NBIF partners with Foresight for CleanTech startups accelerator program

At a glance

Eligible Funding

No Condition

Timeline

Open Date : October 1, 2024
Closing date : November 30, 2024

Financing Type

Partnering and Collaboration

Eligible Industries

Professional, scientific and technical services

Funds Providers

New Brunswick Innovation Foundation

Program status

Closed

Overview

NBIF, in partnership with Foresight Canada, offers New Brunswick startups a chance to participate in CleanTech Accelerator Programs for climate tech, CleanTech, or environmental sustainability solutions with no participation cost. Eligible activities include validation, launch and growth, and investor readiness programs, supported by mentorship and networking opportunities.

Financing terms and conditions

This grant offers a unique financing structure that provides comprehensive support to eligible startups without imposing direct costs for accelerator program participation.

Full coverage of participation costs for selected startups in Foresight accelerator programming.

Activities funded

Participation in Foresight’s CleanTech Accelerator Program for climate tech solutions.
Engagement in programs aimed at validating new CleanTech business models.
Support for launching and growing CleanTech startup projects.
Access to mentorship and venture support tailored to environmental sustainability innovations.

Examples of admissible projects:

$ 50,000

Launch digital literacy courses for senior citizens

Eligibility

Eligibility for this program requires that the applicant meet certain criteria specific to their business status and location.

The company must be a startup.
The company must be involved in commercializing a solution in climate tech, CleanTech, or environmental sustainability.
The company must be incorporated either in New Brunswick or nationally but based in New Brunswick.

Who is eligible?

This program is designed for New Brunswick startups either incorporated in New Brunswick or incorporated nationally and based in New Brunswick, who are working on commercializing solutions in climate tech, CleanTech, or environmental sustainability.

New Brunswick startups in the Climate Tech sector.
New Brunswick startups in the CleanTech sector.
New Brunswick startups focused on environmental sustainability solutions.

Eligible geographic areas

This grant is focused on providing support to startups located within a specific region. Eligible companies must have a presence in the specified geographical area.

New Brunswick, Canada

How to apply

Contact NBIF

Email the programs team at NBIF using the email address programs@nbif.ca to express interest in the CleanTech Accelerator Programs.

Access NBIF Portal

Visit the NBIF portal to access the application form.

Application Submission

Complete the application form provided on the NBIF portal, ensuring all company details and documentation are accurately provided.
Submit the application on the NBIF portal before the deadline on November 30, 2024.

Interview with Foresight

If selected, participate in a call with Foresight to determine your company’s stage of development and the most suitable program stream.

Additional information

Below are additional relevant details for this grant:

Participating companies will benefit from regular mentorship and 1:1 venture support as part of the accelerator programs.
Access to an extensive network of industry leaders and entrepreneurs-in-residence is available, offering valuable connections and insights.
Companies will undergo an interview process with Foresight personnel to select the most suitable programming stream based on the company's development stage.
There will be no financial cost for the startups chosen to participate in the Foresight accelerator programs.

Contacts

programs@nbif.ca

NB, Canada

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Frequently Asked Questions about the NBIF — CleanTech Accelerator Program Program

Here are answers to the most common questions about the NBIF — CleanTech Accelerator 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 NBIF — CleanTech Accelerator Program?

How much funding can be received?

What expenses are eligible under NBIF — CleanTech Accelerator Program?

The NBIF — CleanTech Accelerator Program is designed to support New Brunswick startups involved in climate tech, CleanTech, or environmental sustainability. Participants will access programs tailored to the validation, launch, and growth stages of their businesses. Participation in Foresight’s CleanTech Accelerator Program for climate tech solutions. Engagement in programs aimed at validating new CleanTech business models. Support for launching and growing CleanTech startup projects. Access to mentorship and venture support tailored to environmental sustainability innovations.