PacifiCan — Jobs and Growth Fund — Indigenous Stream

• 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.

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.

• 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.

• 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.

• 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.

• 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.