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PacifiCan — Jobs and Growth Fund — Indigenous Stream - British Columbia - Canada
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PacifiCan — Jobs and Growth Fund — Indigenous Stream

Support for job-creating growth projects in British Columbia
Offered by
Pacific Economic Development Canada (PacifiCan)
Official source: canada.ca
Funding available
$ 10,000,000
Deadline
Closed
Location
British Columbia, Canada
Who can apply

Businesses.

See full eligibility

Overview

PacifiCan’s Jobs and Growth Fund in British Columbia provides $85.4 million to businesses and organizations that create jobs and support inclusive, long-term economic growth. It funds green transition, inclusive recovery, digital adoption, and projects that strengthen critical sectors and supply chains.
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At a glance

Funding available

Financing goals
  • Increase performance through digital transformation
  • Develop a new product or service
  • Develop an online presence
Eligible Funding
  • Maximum amount : 10,000,000 $
  • Up to 90% of project cost
Funds Providers

Eligible candidates

Eligible Industries
  • All industries
Location
  • British Columbia
Legal structures
  • Non-profit
  • Public or Parapublic institution
  • For-profit business
Annual revenue
  • All revenue ranges
Organisation size
  • All organization sizes
Audience
  • Indigenous Peoples
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
  • Environment
  • Economic, Social and Community Development
  • Employment and Training
  • Business Associations
  • Diversity and Inclusion
Target groups
  • Indigenous peoples
  • New immigrants & refugees
  • People with disabilities
  • Women & girls
  • LGBTQ+ community
  • Rural / Remote communities
  • Business owners / entrepreneurs
  • Minority groups
Revenue structures
  • All structures
Scope
  • Regional
  • Provincial

Next Steps

1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility

Activities funded

  • Green economy transition projects.
  • Inclusive recovery initiatives supporting underrepresented groups.
  • Digital adoption projects for SMEs.
  • Projects that strengthen critical sectors and supply chains.

Documents Needed

  • Evidence of confirmed funding from another source other than an ADR, such as a recent bank statement, an official funding confirmation letter, a funding agreement, or a term sheet.

Official resources

Official page

Jobs and Growth Fund in British Columbia

Eligibility

Who is eligible?

  • Businesses.
  • Not-for-profit organizations.
  • Community economic development partners, including municipalities, post-secondary institutions, provinces and related entities, and Indigenous organizations.

Who is not eligible

  • Sole proprietors.

Eligible expenses

  • Capital costs such as equipment and machinery.
  • Labour costs, including wages and benefits.
  • Marketing and intellectual property-related costs.
  • Technology development, commercial demonstrations, and professional services.

Ineligible Costs and Activities

  • Basic and applied R&D at Technology Readiness Levels 1 to 6.
  • Land, salary bonuses, dividend payments, and entertainment expenses.
  • Refinancing existing debt, asset depreciation or amortization.
  • Lobbying, donations, dues, and membership fees.

Selection criteria

  • Program alignment with the four eligible activity areas.
  • Economic benefits, including job creation.
  • Management capability and ability to deliver results.
  • Financial capacity, including repayment ability for businesses and leverage from confirmed funding.
  • Market demand and technology readiness where applicable.

How to apply

  • Step 1: Contact PacifiCan Officer
    • Reach out to a PacifiCan officer to discuss your project and ensure alignment with the program’s objectives.
    • Use this opportunity to clarify any doubts or questions about the application process.
  • Step 2: Prepare Your Application
    • Draft a detailed project proposal focusing on program alignment, economic benefits, management capability, financial capacity, market demand, and technology readiness if applicable.
    • Gather all necessary supporting documents such as budgets, timelines, and confirmed funding evidence (official letters, funding agreements).
  • Step 3: Application Submission
    • Submit your complete application package to PacifiCan, ensuring all information is accurate and comprehensive.
    • Follow any specific instructions provided by PacifiCan for submission.
  • Step 4: Await Confirmation
    • Receive confirmation of submission from PacifiCan, which typically includes an application reference number.
    • Keep this confirmation for your records and future reference.

Processing and Agreement

  • Applications are reviewed against program objectives and relative strengths.
  • Only the strongest applications are funded.
  • Assessment considers program alignment, economic benefits, management, financial capacity, market demand, and technology readiness.
  • A funding agreement and confirmed non-RDA funding may be required before funding is finalized.

Additional information

  • This program is now closed.
  • Applications were accepted on a continuous basis until March 31, 2024, or until funds were fully allocated.
  • Applicants were strongly encouraged to contact PacifiCan before applying.

Contacts

info@pacifican.gc.ca
1-888-338-9378

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Frequently Asked Questions about the PacifiCan — Jobs and Growth Fund — Indigenous Stream Program

What is the PacifiCan — Jobs and Growth Fund — Indigenous Stream?

PacifiCan’s Jobs and Growth Fund in British Columbia provides $85.4 million to businesses and organizations that create jobs and support inclusive, long-term economic growth. It funds green transition, inclusive recovery, digital adoption, and projects that strengthen critical sectors and supply chains.

How much funding can be received?

PacifiCan — Jobs and Growth Fund — Indigenous Stream Funds up to 90% of admissible expenses, capped at $10,000,000 per project.

Who is eligible for the PacifiCan — Jobs and Growth Fund — Indigenous Stream program?

To be eligible for the PacifiCan — Jobs and Growth Fund — Indigenous Stream program, you must: Businesses, nonprofits, and partners No sole proprietors Commercial NPO projects treated as businesses

What expenses are eligible under PacifiCan — Jobs and Growth Fund — Indigenous Stream?

Green economy transition projects. Inclusive recovery initiatives supporting underrepresented groups. Digital adoption projects for SMEs. Projects that strengthen critical sectors and supply chains.

Who can I contact for more information about the PacifiCan — Jobs and Growth Fund — Indigenous Stream?

You can contact Pacific Economic Development Canada (PacifiCan) by email at info@pacifican.gc.ca or by phone at 1-888-338-9378.

Where is the PacifiCan — Jobs and Growth Fund — Indigenous Stream available?

The PacifiCan — Jobs and Growth Fund — Indigenous Stream program is available the province of British Columbia.

Is the PacifiCan — Jobs and Growth Fund — Indigenous Stream a grant, loan, or tax credit?

PacifiCan — Jobs and Growth Fund — Indigenous Stream is a Grant and Funding