PacifiCan — Economic Development Initiative

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: Is the PacifiCan — Economic Development Initiative a grant, loan, or tax credit?

PacifiCan — Economic Development Initiative is a Grant and Funding

Q: Who are the financial supporters of the PacifiCan — Economic Development Initiative?

PacifiCan — Economic Development Initiative is funded by Pacific Economic Development Canada (PacifiCan), Government of Canada

Q: Who is eligible for the PacifiCan — Economic Development Initiative program?

Eligibility criteria are not specified.

Q: Who can I contact for more information about the PacifiCan — Economic Development Initiative?

You can contact Pacific Economic Development Canada (PacifiCan) by email at fdefo@cecs-sk.ca.

Q: Where is the PacifiCan — Economic Development Initiative available?

The PacifiCan — Economic Development Initiative program is available the province of BC.

Last Update: July 22, 2025

BC, Canada

Funding to support francophone businesses and communities in British Columbia

At a glance

Eligible Funding

No Condition

Timeline

Unspecified

Financing Type

Grant and Funding

Eligible Industries

Information and cultural industries
Arts, entertainment and recreation

Funds Providers

Unspecified

Program status

Open

Overview

Get a non-repayable contribution for projects and initiatives that foster economic diversification, business development, innovation, partnerships and increased support for francophone SMEs.

Activities funded

The Economic Development Initiative (EDI) supports projects that enhance the economic participation and vitality of Francophone communities in British Columbia through diverse initiatives. Eligible projects focus on cultural, tourism, and community development activities that offer tangible benefits to these communities.

Development of a Francophone tourism circuit to promote business activities and cultural awareness.
Expansion of cultural and community spaces for arts and community events.
Creation of infrastructure to improve access to natural resources and enhance recreational opportunities.
Digital broadcasting of Francophone arts and events to wider audiences through improved technology.

Examples of admissible projects:

$ 90,000

Expansion of the Francophone community center to meet growing community needs

$ 75,000

Development of a Francophone tourism circuit to promote local businesses

$ 68,000

Enhanced access to the Red River for recreational activities

$ 70,000

Creating a Francophone tourism mobile app to explore Quebec City’s historic sites

$ 85,000

Building a Francophone cultural library to support community engagement

$ 80,000

Digital broadcast of Francophone performing arts events to reach a wider audience

Eligibility

Eligibility for this grant is determined by specific requirements related to the language of operation and target community impact.

Applicants must work in French and contribute to the development and vitality of British Columbia's Francophonie.
Projects must serve a Francophone clientele from official language minority communities (OLMCs) in British Columbia.

Who is eligible?

There are eligible types of companies for this grant. Businesses working in French to contribute to the development and vitality of British Columbia's Francophonie are eligible.

Companies serving a Francophone clientele from official language minority communities in British Columbia.

Who is not eligible

Some types of companies may not be eligible for this grant. Eligibility criteria may exclude companies that do not work in French or do not contribute to the development and vitality of British Columbia's Francophonie.

Companies that do not work in French
Companies that do not contribute to the development and vitality of British Columbia's Francophonie

Eligible expenses

This grant supports projects that contribute to economic development and serve Francophone communities in British Columbia. The projects aim to enhance cultural initiatives, improve community infrastructure, and promote Francophone tourism.

Creation of Francophone tourism circuits to enhance business activities and cultural awareness.
Expansion of cultural and community spaces for various uses, including performing arts and educational purposes.
Development of infrastructure to improve access to natural resources for recreational and tourism purposes.
Digital broadcasting of Francophone performing arts to reach larger audiences and promote cultural events.

Eligible geographic areas

This grant is available to projects supporting Francophone communities in specific regions of British Columbia. The eligible locations are designated to foster economic development among official language minority communities.

Francophone communities in British Columbia.

Selection criteria

The Economic Development Initiative (EDI) grant in British Columbia has specific evaluation and selection criteria to determine project funding eligibility:

Applicant(s) must work in French and contribute to the development and vitality of British Columbia's Francophonie.
Projects must serve a Francophone clientele from OLMCs in British Columbia.
Projects funded under the program may be local, provincial, or interprovincial in scope and must demonstrate measurable benefits in sectors like economic diversification, economic immigration, the green economy, youth, and tourism.

How to apply

Contact Local FEDO

Identify and contact your local Francophone Economic Development Organization (FEDO) in British Columbia.
Discuss your project idea with them to ensure alignment with the grant's objectives and eligibility criteria.

Prepare Application Documentation

Prepare a detailed project proposal that outlines the project’s goals, impact, and alignment with the focus sectors (e.g., economic diversification, economic immigration, green economy, youth, tourism).
Ensure all necessary supporting documents are collected, such as business plans, letters of support, and budgets.

Submit Application

Email the completed application package to fdefo@cecs-sk.ca.
Include all required documents and ensure the email is sent before any application deadlines provided by your local FEDO.

Follow-Up

Await confirmation of receipt from the FEDO managing your application.
Be prepared to provide additional information or clarification if requested.

Additional information

Projects must align with the Economic Development Initiative goals and priorities outlined in the official guidelines.
Applicants should ensure their projects clearly demonstrate a positive impact on economic diversification, business development, innovation, partnerships, and support for small and medium-sized enterprises in official language minority communities.

Contacts

fdefo@cecs-sk.ca

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Frequently Asked Questions about the PacifiCan — Economic Development Initiative Program

Here are answers to the most common questions about the PacifiCan — Economic Development Initiative. 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.