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Support for Entrepreneurs and Economic Development (SEED) — Sector Research Support
Funding for strategic sector research in the Northwest Territories
Last Update: March 3, 2026
Funding available
$ 30,000
Timeline
- Open Date : April 1, 2023
- Closing date : March 31, 2024
Location
Northwest Territories, Canada
Overview
Receive up to $25,000 to develop new products or packages, or to work on enhancing your organization's strategic advantage in priority sectors.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Develop a new product or service
- Access new markets
- Launch or market a product/service
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 30,000 $
- Up to 30% of project cost
Timeline
- Open Date : April 1, 2023
- Closing date : March 31, 2024
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
- Utilities
- Manufacturing
- Information and cultural industries
- Professional, scientific and technical services
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
- Accommodation and food services
Location
- Northwest Territories
Legal structures
- For-profit business
- Social economy enterprise
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- All groups
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
This grant provides financial assistance to business associations and communities in the NWT to support research and expansion activities that enhance their presence in specific sectors. Eligible projects aim to leverage sector-specific knowledge and marketing initiatives to attract investment and boost sector development.
- Conducting sector-specific research or planning to provide critical information for sector development and investment attraction.
- Investing in product development and related packaging materials tailored to a specific sector.
- Implementing sector-specific marketing campaigns to increase visibility and attract investment.
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
NWT Businesses can apply to the Capital Expansion Incentive category while Indigenous organizations, business associations, and municipalities can apply to the Sector Research Support category.Eligible expenses
The grant program offers sector-specific funding for businesses and associations in the Northwest Territories to enhance their capital infrastructure and support sector-oriented research. Eligible projects involve expanding facilities, purchasing new equipment, and conducting vital sector research or marketing initiatives.
- Investment in new or expanded facilities and equipment for NWT businesses as part of the Capital Expansion Incentive.
- Offsetting loan interest associated with new capital purchases aimed at business expansion.
- Conducting sector-specific research or planning to aid business development and attract investments within a sector.
- Investments in sector-specific product development, including packaging materials and sector-specific marketing campaigns.
Eligible geographic areas
This grant primarily supports businesses, associations, and municipalities within the Northwest Territories (NWT). Eligible locations include communities within the specified geographical divisions of NWT.
- Group 1 communities: Yellowknife, Hay River, Fort Smith, and Inuvik.
- Group 2 encompasses all other NWT communities.
Additional information
Additional relevant details for this grant are not specified in the given context.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Support for Entrepreneurs and Economic Development (SEED) — Sector Research Support Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the Support for Entrepreneurs and Economic Development (SEED) — Sector Research Support. 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) — Sector Research Support?
Receive up to $25,000 to develop new products or packages, or to work on enhancing your organization's strategic advantage in priority sectors.
How much funding can be received?
Support for Entrepreneurs and Economic Development (SEED) — Sector Research Support Funds up to 30% of admissible expenses, capped at $30,000 per project.
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) — Sector Research Support program?
To be eligible for the Support for Entrepreneurs and Economic Development (SEED) — Sector Research Support program, you must:
NWT businesses can apply to the Capital Expansion Incentive category.
Indigenous organizations, business associations, and municipalities can apply to the Sector Research Support category.
What expenses are eligible under Support for Entrepreneurs and Economic Development (SEED) — Sector Research Support?
This grant provides financial assistance to business associations and communities in the NWT to support research and expansion activities that enhance their presence in specific sectors. Eligible projects aim to leverage sector-specific knowledge and marketing initiatives to attract investment and boost sector development. Conducting sector-specific research or planning to provide critical information for sector development and investment attraction.
Investing in product development and related packaging materials tailored to a specific sector.
Implementing sector-specific marketing campaigns to increase visibility and attract investment.
Who can I contact for more information about the Support for Entrepreneurs and Economic Development (SEED) — Sector Research Support?
You can contact Government of the Northwest Territories (GNWT) or by phone at 867-687-8023.
Where is the Support for Entrepreneurs and Economic Development (SEED) — Sector Research Support available?
The Support for Entrepreneurs and Economic Development (SEED) — Sector Research Support program is available the province of Northwest Territories.