SSRIA – Business Growth Program
AB, Canada
Transform cleantech ventures by offering strategic support to scale and deploy sustainable building solutions
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- grant_single|openingDateAugust 01, 2024
- grant_single|closingDateAugust 31, 2024
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Expert Advice
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- Construction
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- Smart Sustainable Resilient Infrastructure Association (SSRIA)
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The SSRIA Business Growth Program, offered in partnership with Foresight Canada, is designed to support ventures in scaling and deploying cleantech solutions to reduce GHG emissions from buildings. Eligible activities include business gap assessments, customized workshops, 1:1 coaching, and high-profile networking opportunities. The program targets ventures that are either located in or expanding to Alberta, focusing on progressive leaders ready to invest in growth and optimization.
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The Business Growth Program is tailored to support ventures focused on reducing greenhouse gas emissions from buildings through scaling and market penetration. These projects align with the goals of decarbonizing the built environment by leveraging innovative cleantech solutions.
- Scaling and deploying cleantech solutions in the built environment.
- Securing and implementing commercial pilot projects for sustainability-focused innovations.
- Enhancing business strategies and market access for growth-focused ventures.
- Conducting comprehensive business strategy assessments to identify growth opportunities.
- Participating in customized workshops and 1:1 coaching to optimize business processes.
- Engaging in high-profile networking opportunities to connect with potential buyers and industry leaders.
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Eligibility for the Business Growth Program requires specific qualifications related to the venture's location, leadership, and operational stage.
- The venture must have solutions to reduce GHG emissions from buildings.
- The venture must be located in or expanding to Alberta.
- The leaders of the venture must be progressive and ready to invest in growth.
- The venture must be beyond the early stages, with a focus on evaluating existing processes to identify opportunities for growth and optimization.
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Eligible applicants for the SSRIA Business Growth Program must be ventures with solutions aimed at reducing GHG emissions in buildings, located in or expanding to Alberta, with a focus on growth and optimization rather than early-stage development. These applicants should be progressive leaders who have identified their business growth needs and are willing to invest in addressing them.
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This grant does not provide specific information on companies or industries that are ineligible to apply beyond the context of their eligibility criteria. No explicit exclusions are stated based on industry or company status.
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The SSRIA Business Growth Program focuses on projects aimed at advancing sustainability in Canada's built environment through strategic growth and market engagement. Eligible activities include scaling cleantech solutions and optimizing business processes to secure growth opportunities.
- Comprehensive assessment of business gaps to identify areas for improvement and growth.
- Utilization of industry-leading advisor expertise to refine business strategies.
- Participation in customized workshops designed to enhance specific capabilities.
- Engagement in 1:1 coaching sessions for personalized guidance and support.
- Networking to connect ventures with potential buyers and industry leaders.
- Presentation at showcase events with opportunities to win cash prizes.
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This grant is available to companies located in specific geographical areas within Alberta. The eligible locations are targeted to support ventures aiming to expand or establish their presence in the Alberta region.
- Companies located in Alberta.
- Ventures planning to expand to Alberta.
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Yes, the SSRIA Business Growth Program has evaluation and selection criteria for eligible ventures aiming to reduce GHG emissions from buildings. Eligible ventures must meet the following criteria:
- Solutions to reduce GHG emissions from buildings
- Located in or expanding to Alberta
- Progressive leaders ready to invest in growth
- Evaluation of existing processes to identify opportunities for growth and optimization (not applicable to early-stage ventures)
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- Step 1: Preliminary Consideration
- Ensure your venture aligns with the program’s goals and eligibility criteria, such as focusing on reducing GHG emissions from buildings and being located in or expanding to Alberta.
- Review the application guidelines to understand the program requirements and benefits.
- Step 2: Prepare Application
- Gather necessary information and documents about your venture, including details of your cleantech solutions and business strategy.
- Highlight how your venture fits within the industry and meets the program’s criteria for progressive leaders ready to invest in growth.
- Step 3: Complete Application Form
- Access the application portal through the provided link.
- Fill out all required sections accurately, addressing how your venture will benefit from the comprehensive business gap assessment, expert guidance, customized workshops, and networking opportunities.
- Step 4: Submit Application
- Review the application to ensure completeness and that all required documents are attached.
- Submit the application before the deadline of August 31, 2024, through the official application portal.
- Step 5: Confirmation of Submission
- Receive confirmation of your application submission, which includes an acknowledgement of receipt and potentially an application reference number.
- Keep a copy of the confirmation for your records and future reference.
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The SSRIA Business Growth Program is specifically designed to support ventures focused on reducing GHG emissions in the building sector, by providing resources and connections to help them scale effectively in Alberta.
- Program participants receive a comprehensive business gap assessment.
- Access to expertise from industry-leading advisors is provided.
- The program includes customized workshops tailored to individual business needs.
- Participants benefit from 1:1 coaching sessions.
- High-profile networking opportunities are included to facilitate connections.
- There is a showcase event with a cash prize for outstanding ventures.
- The program is not suitable for early-stage ventures; it targets those evaluating existing processes for optimization and growth.
- Application deadline is August 31, 2024.
- The program is focused on ventures located in or expanding to Alberta.
Apply to this program
Accelerating Sustainable Building Solutions with SSRIA and Foresight Canada
The SSRIA Business Growth Program in partnership with Foresight Canada aims to expedite the adoption of innovative cleantech solutions in Canada’s building sector. By facilitating business growth and providing strategic guidance, this program empowers ventures to overcome obstacles and lead the charge towards a sustainable built environment.
Detailed Insights into the SSRIA Business Growth Program
In an ambitious endeavor to advance the sustainable transformation of Canada’s building industry, the Smart Sustainable Resilient Infrastructure Association (SSRIA) in collaboration with Foresight Canada has launched the Business Growth Program. This initiative is meticulously crafted to ensure that promising ventures, which have developed potential solutions to minimize greenhouse gas emissions in the built environment, can effectively scale and commercialize their innovations. Recognizing the pivotal role that these ventures play in decarbonizing the industry, the program offers a holistic suite of support designed to address common barriers to growth such as strategic planning, market penetration hurdles, and lack of access to specialized expertise.
The Business Growth Program is distinguished by its comprehensive approach to identifying and bridging business gaps for participating enterprises. It begins with a thorough assessment to uncover areas of improvement and optimization within current business processes. Essential to this program is the bespoke nature of the support offered; from tailored workshops that provide skills training and strategic insights, to one-on-one coaching sessions that allow for personalized guidance from industry veterans.
Another paramount feature of the program is its high-profile networking opportunities. These events not only connect participants with potential buyers and industry leaders but also facilitate meaningful exchanges that foster collaborations and partnerships. This aspect is further complemented by a showcase event where participants can present their evolved projects to a panel of experts, with the opportunity to win a cash prize, thereby adding a competitive yet developmental aspect to the program.
Success stories like those of Savick Inc., and Quantum Building Performance underscore the transformative potential of the Business Growth Program. For example, Savick Inc., a construction startup, benefitted immensely from an experienced instructor through the program, gaining profound insights into optimizing business functions amid tight schedules. Similarly, Quantum Building Performance reported enhanced service delivery quality and improved financial performance owing to the knowledge gained during their participation.
These testimonials highlight the program’s effectiveness in not only nurturing the scalability of ventures but also reinforcing their foundational strategies for sustainable growth. In doing so, the SSRIA Business Growth Program is not merely a catalyst for individual business success but a strategic initiative impacting the broader spectrum of environmental sustainability within the infrastructure sector.
Overall, through its multifaceted support system, the program seeks to ensure that Canadian ventures equipped to tackle the challenges of building sustainability are not left behind due to lack of resources or strategic foresight. By prioritizing ventures situated in or expanding to Alberta, the program further aligns with regional growth objectives, supporting local economies while fostering nationwide environmental sustainability.
Applications are currently open until August 31, 2024, promising a transformative experience for those selective ventures ready to embrace change, enhance their business acumen, and contribute to Canada's decarbonization goals.
