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Support for Entrepreneurs and Economic Development (SEED) — Business Intelligence and Networking

Funding for Northwest Territories business people to attend seminars and tradeshows
Minister of Industry, Tourism and Investment (NWT)
Last Update: March 4, 2026
Funding available
$ 1,000 - $ 8,000
Timeline
  • Open Date : April 1, 2023
  • Closing date : March 31, 2024
Location
Northwest Territories, Canada

Overview

Get up to $8,000 per year to attend conferences, tradeshows, and seminars to access information on new technologies and business opportunities to build your business.

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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.

At a glance

Funding available

Financing goals
  • Increase performance through digital transformation
  • Reduce environmental footprint
  • Renovate or expand facilities
Eligible Funding
  • Maximum amount : 8,000 $
  • Minimum amount : 1,000 $
Timeline
  • Open Date : April 1, 2023
  • Closing date : March 31, 2024

Eligible candidates

Eligible Industries
  • All industries
Location
  • Northwest Territories
Legal structures
  • For-profit business
  • Sole proprietorship
Annual revenue
  • All revenue ranges
Organisation size
  • All organization sizes
Audience
  • Rural or Northern Residents

Next steps

1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility

Activities funded

The SEED Business Intelligence and Networking grant aids entrepreneurs and business residents of the Northwest Territories in strengthening their industry presence. Eligible projects revolve around leveraging trade shows and seminars for business growth opportunities.

  • Attendance at seminars and trade shows to gather information on new technologies.
  • Participation in business events to explore new business opportunities.
  • Travel within or outside the NWT for business networking purposes, provided the trip costs meet the required thresholds.

Eligibility

Who is eligible?

NWT Residents and NWT Businesses are eligible to apply for the Business Intelligence and Networking program.

Who is not eligible

Some types of companies may not be eligible for this grant. The eligibility criteria do not specify any specific exclusions.

However, here are some general types of companies that may not be eligible for the grant:

  • Non-resident businesses
  • Non-registered businesses
  • Businesses with outstanding tax liabilities

Eligible expenses

This grant facilitates the acquisition of business intelligence and networking opportunities for NWT residents and businesses by supporting travel costs related to industry events. Eligible projects focus on attending seminars and trade shows to gain insights into new technologies and business opportunities.

  • Attendance at seminars offering information on cutting-edge technologies.
  • Participation in trade shows that present new business opportunities.

Eligible geographic areas

This grant is specifically available to residents and businesses of the Northwest Territories (NWT). Eligible geographical areas are within these territories to ensure regional economic development and growth.

  • Sahtu Region, Northwest Territories
  • South Slave Region, Northwest Territories
  • North Slave Region, Northwest Territories
  • Beaufort-Delta Region, Northwest Territories
  • Dehcho Region, Northwest Territories

Additional information

Here are additional relevant details for this grant:

  • Applicants are advised to contact their regional Economic Development Officer for guidance before submitting an application to enhance their chances of success.
  • Funding applications are assessed based on the potential benefit to the business and the overall economic impact within the NWT.

Contacts

867-587-7171

Frequently Asked Questions about the Support for Entrepreneurs and Economic Development (SEED) — Business Intelligence and Networking Program

Here are answers to the most common questions about the Support for Entrepreneurs and Economic Development (SEED) — Business Intelligence and Networking. 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.

What is the Support for Entrepreneurs and Economic Development (SEED) — Business Intelligence and Networking?

Get up to $8,000 per year to attend conferences, tradeshows, and seminars to access information on new technologies and business opportunities to build your business.

How much funding can be received?

Support for Entrepreneurs and Economic Development (SEED) — Business Intelligence and Networking Funds up to $8,000 of admissible expenses.

What is the deadline to apply?

The application deadline for this grant program was March 31, 2024.

Who is eligible for the Support for Entrepreneurs and Economic Development (SEED) — Business Intelligence and Networking program?

To be eligible for the Support for Entrepreneurs and Economic Development (SEED) — Business Intelligence and Networking program, you must: The applicant must be a resident or a business located in the Northwest Territories (NWT).

What expenses are eligible under Support for Entrepreneurs and Economic Development (SEED) — Business Intelligence and Networking?

The SEED Business Intelligence and Networking grant aids entrepreneurs and business residents of the Northwest Territories in strengthening their industry presence. Eligible projects revolve around leveraging trade shows and seminars for business growth opportunities. Attendance at seminars and trade shows to gather information on new technologies. Participation in business events to explore new business opportunities. Travel within or outside the NWT for business networking purposes, provided the trip costs meet the required thresholds.

Who can I contact for more information about the Support for Entrepreneurs and Economic Development (SEED) — Business Intelligence and Networking?

You can contact Government of the Northwest Territories (GNWT) or by phone at 867-587-7171.

Where is the Support for Entrepreneurs and Economic Development (SEED) — Business Intelligence and Networking available?

The Support for Entrepreneurs and Economic Development (SEED) — Business Intelligence and Networking program is available the province of Northwest Territories.

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