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Startup Zone Resident Company Program

Q: Who is eligible for the Startup Zone Resident Company Program program?

To be eligible for the Startup Zone Resident Company Program program, you must: No specific eligibility criteria available from the provided information.

Q: Where is the Startup Zone Resident Company Program available?

The Startup Zone Resident Company Program program is available the province of Prince Edward Island.

Q: Is the Startup Zone Resident Company Program a grant, loan, or tax credit?

Startup Zone Resident Company Program is a Other Support

Q: Who are the financial supporters of the Startup Zone Resident Company Program?

Startup Zone Resident Company Program is funded by Startup Zone

Last Update: March 3, 2026

PE, Canada

Support to start or grow a PEI business

Other Support

Expert Advice

Loans and Capital investments

Wage Subsidies And Interns

At a glance

Funding available

Financing goals

No objectives are currently available

Eligible Funding

No Condition

Timeline

Unspecified

Eligible candidates

Eligible Industries

All industries

Location

Prince Edward Island

Legal structures

For-profit business
Sole proprietorship

Annual revenue

All revenue ranges

Organisation size

All organization sizes

Audience

Startups
Women

Overview

If you’re looking to accelerate your business, you could get access to a community workspace, professional advice, and networking events through a 6-month residency program in a PEI accelerator.

Activities funded

Examples of admissible projects:

$ 40,000

Create a new organic snack brand emphasizing local ingredients

$ 40,000

Launch a startup apparel line focusing on sustainable fashion

$ 45,000

Expand a wellness center to include mental health services and therapies

$ 50,000

Develop a tech-driven platform to streamline supply chains for local businesses

$ 45,000

Establish a wellness service providing holistic health programs

$ 50,000

Develop a new AI-driven financial analytics software for small businesses

Eligibility

Who is eligible?

There are several types of companies eligible for this grant:

Tech companies
Wellness companies
Food companies
Apparel companies
Social enterprise companies

Eligible expenses

Eligible expenses for this grant include:

Office space and supplies
Telecommunications
Legal support
Accounting support
Growth coaching
Market intelligence services
Financial support including investment support, government programs, loan options, and wage subsidies
Expert support in various areas such as strategy, sales and marketing, product and IT, and human resources

Eligible geographic areas

This grant is intended to support startups in specific locations as outlined by the associated ecosystem partners. The eligible areas are aligned with regional development initiatives facilitated by these partners.

Innovation PEI - Companies in Prince Edward Island (PEI).
Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency (ACOA) - Businesses in the Atlantic Canada region.
Entities supported by Rural Action Centres - Predominantly rural businesses in PEI.
SkillsPEI - Projects based in Prince Edward Island.
Businesses involved with PEI Connectors - Companies in PEI.
Prince Edward Island Women's Business Association - Female-led businesses in PEI.

Selection criteria

There are evaluation and selection criteria for this grant.

Demonstrated high growth potential in the tech, wellness, food, apparel, or social enterprise sectors.
Ability to contribute positively to the Startup Zone community.

How to apply

Fill out the online application form

Prepare the required documents (business plan, financial statement, etc.)

Submit the complete application within the deadline

Wait for confirmation of receipt

Participate in any assessment or interview required by the selection committee

Wait for the final decision regarding the grant allocation

Additional information

Here are additional relevant details for the transition in startup support:

Startups will be transitioning to support from a new model at a new location.
The listed ecosystem partners are available to offer various business support services.
The Startup Zone community's role in supporting company growth and start-up has been acknowledged.
For further queries or clarifications, applicants are encouraged to email info@startupzone.ca.

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Frequently Asked Questions about the Startup Zone Resident Company Program Program

Here are answers to the most common questions about the Startup Zone Resident Company 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.