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PacifiCan — Lytton Business Restart Program

Q: How much funding can be received?

PacifiCan — Lytton Business Restart Program Funds up to 1000000% of admissible expenses.

Q: What is the deadline to apply?

The program is accepting continuous intake

Q: Is the PacifiCan — Lytton Business Restart Program a grant, loan, or tax credit?

PacifiCan — Lytton Business Restart Program is a Grant and Funding

Q: Who are the financial supporters of the PacifiCan — Lytton Business Restart Program?

PacifiCan — Lytton Business Restart Program is funded by Pacific Economic Development Canada (PacifiCan)

Q: Who is eligible for the PacifiCan — Lytton Business Restart Program program?

To be eligible for the PacifiCan — Lytton Business Restart Program program, you must: • Operate in or within 15 km of the Village of Lytton, including on reserve • Have fewer than 500 employees • Be a registered business for tax purposes

Q: Who can I contact for more information about the PacifiCan — Lytton Business Restart Program?

You can contact Pacific Economic Development Canada (PacifiCan) by email at lytton@pacifican.gc.ca.

Q: Where is the PacifiCan — Lytton Business Restart Program available?

The PacifiCan — Lytton Business Restart Program program is available the province of British Columbia.

Q: Are startups eligible for the PacifiCan — Lytton Business Restart Program program?

Yes, startups are eligible to apply for the PacifiCan — Lytton Business Restart Program program.

Last Update: December 3, 2025

Lytton, BC

Supports business recovery and revitalization in Lytton, BC

Grant and Funding

Loans and Capital investments

Pacific Economic Development Canada

At a glance

Funding available

Financing goals

Reduce the ecological footprint

Eligible Funding

Maximum amount : 1,000,000 $

Timeline

Unspecified

Eligible candidates

Eligible Industries

Retail trade
Health care and social assistance
Accommodation and food services
Other services (except public administration)
Public administration

Location

Lytton

Legal structures

Non-profit
Public or Parapublic institution
For-profit business
Sole proprietorship
Non-financial cooperative

Annual revenue

All revenue ranges

Organisation size

500 employees maximum

Audience

Indigenous Peoples
Startups

Non-profit candidates

Sector of operation

Economic, Social and Community Development
Business Associations

Target group

Indigenous peoples
Rural / Remote communities
Business owners / entrepreneurs

Revenue structure

All structures

Scope

Local
Regional

Overview

The PacifiCan Lytton Business Restart Program supports the economic recovery of Lytton, B.C., by providing eligible businesses with up to $1 million in funding for restarting or starting operations. Funding covers essential business activities such as equipment, supplies, professional services, commercial space fit-up, salaries, and certain construction costs.

Activities funded

Restarting or establishing businesses operating in the Village of Lytton or within 15 km, supporting the community's economic recovery.
Launching new ventures that contribute to the rebuilding and revitalization of Lytton’s business landscape.
Expanding or rebuilding core businesses essential to the community, such as grocery stores, pharmacies, restaurants, hotels, and gathering places.

Examples of admissible projects:

$ 40,000

Restocking supplies and restyling for a local clothing store

$ 60,000

Setting up a new warehouse and purchasing equipment for a local organic farm

$ 35,000

Upgrading production equipment and facilities for a local honey producer

$ 50,000

Purchase new kitchen equipment and renovate space for a local bakery

$ 30,000

Acquire new computers and set up a coworking space for freelancers

$ 60,000

Purchase new gym equipment and renovation for a local fitness center

Eligibility

The applicant must be a legal business entity or organization, such as an individual/sole proprietorship, cooperative, non-profit organization, incorporated business, or Indigenous-owned business.
The business must plan to operate in the Village of Lytton or within 15 km of the Village, including on reserve.
The business must have fewer than 500 employees.
The business must be registered and recognized for tax purposes.
The business must be prepared to (re)start operations as the Lytton community rebuilds.

Who is eligible?

Individuals or sole proprietorships
Cooperatives
Non-profit organizations
Small- and medium-sized incorporated, for-profit enterprises
Indigenous-owned businesses

Who is not eligible

Businesses seeking funding for land acquisition, land remediation, or archeology activities.
Companies aiming to finance the construction of a personal residence.
Businesses seeking to fund activities already covered by insurance or other funding services.
Applicants seeking to use funds for back-pay or the repayment of existing debts or loans, including Canada Emergency Business Account (CEBA), Regional Relief and Recovery Fund (RRRF), or Tourism Relief Fund (TRF) loans.

Eligible expenses

Purchase of equipment (e.g., machinery, computers)
Acquisition of supplies (e.g., textiles, baking ingredients)
Professional services
Salaries and benefits for employees
Business expenses such as commercial space fit-up and communications
Basic construction costs (eligible only as repayable expenses in the Small Business Recovery stream)

Eligible geographic areas

Village of Lytton, British Columbia
Within 15 km of the Village of Lytton, including on reserve lands

Selection criteria

Viability of the business.
Capability to achieve project completion or restart operations.
Expected contribution to the economic and commercial recovery of Lytton.

How to apply

Review Program Eligibility

Ensure that your business meets the eligibility requirements for the program.
Understand the types of costs that are eligible for funding under the program.

Contact PacifiCan

Before preparing an application, contact PacifiCan at lytton@pacifican.gc.ca for a consultation.
Discuss your business plans and potential program application during the consultation.

Prepare Business Plan

Draft a comprehensive business plan which is critical for project assessment.
Ensure the plan outlines how the business will contribute to the economic and commercial recovery of Lytton.

Gather Required Information

Collect necessary documents and information that might be needed for the application.

Submit Application

Follow any specific submission instructions provided by PacifiCan during the consultation.
Submit the application along with the business plan and any other required documents.

Additional information

Applications will be accepted until March 31, 2026, or until program funds are fully committed.
No collateral is required and there is no penalty for early repayment of repayable contributions.
Free business support services are available through regional Community Futures organizations and WeBC.
PacifiCan will review a credit score report for Small Business Recovery stream applicants.

Contacts

lytton@pacifican.gc.ca

Lytton, BC, Canada

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Frequently Asked Questions about the PacifiCan — Lytton Business Restart Program Program

Here are answers to the most common questions about the PacifiCan — Lytton Business Restart 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.