Support for Entrepreneurs and Economic Development (SEED) — Sector Research Support
NT, Canada
Funding for strategic sector research in the Northwest Territories
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- grant_single|openingDateApril 01, 2023
- grant_single|closingDateMarch 31, 2024
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Grant and Funding
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- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
- Utilities
- Manufacturing
- Information and cultural industries
- Professional, scientific and technical services
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
- Accommodation and food services
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- Minister of Industry, Tourism and Investment (NT)
- Government of the Northwest Territories
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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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There are eligible projects for this grant:
- Agriculture development
- Energy sector enhancements
- Film industry investments
- Fishing sector improvements
- Knowledge economy research
- Tourism sector initiatives
- Value-added Manufacturing projects
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$25,000
Toronto
Research on the impact of tech startups in local economy
$25,000
Calgary
Development of a new tourism package focusing on eco-adventures
$25,000
Charlottetown
Enhancing renewable energy capacity for a small-town grid
$25,000
Vancouver
Investment in post-production facilities for the local film industry
$25,000
Halifax
Modernizing fishing equipment for sustainable operations
$25,000
Winnipeg
Developing an advanced irrigation system for sustainable agriculture
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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.
- Applicants must be involved in one of the following sectors as designated by the Minister:
- Agriculture
- Energy
- Film
- Fishing
- Knowledge Economy
- Tourism
- Value-added Manufacturing
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Eligible types of companies for this grant include NWT businesses in sectors such as Agriculture, Energy, Film, Fishing, Knowledge Economy, Tourism, and Value-added Manufacturing.
- NWT businesses in Agriculture
- NWT businesses in Energy
- NWT businesses in Film
- NWT businesses in Fishing
- NWT businesses in Knowledge Economy
- NWT businesses in Tourism
- NWT businesses in Value-added Manufacturing
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Yes, eligible expenses for this grant include:
- Loan interest associated with new capital purchases for business expansion
- Sector-specific research or planning beneficial to sector development
- Sector-specific product development and marketing campaigns
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There are evaluation and selection criteria for this grant. Applicants will be assessed based on the following criteria:
- Alignment with designated sectors
- Demonstrated need for funding
- Potential impact on the sector
- Equity requirements
- Completeness of application
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- Contact your regional Economic Development Officer to discuss your idea prior to developing your proposal.
- Complete an application form and attach all required documents identified in the application checklist.
- Submit the completed application form to your regional office.
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867-687-8023
Apply to this program
Sector Support Grant Program Overview
This Sector Support grant program in the Northwest Territories offers funding to businesses and organizations in two categories: Capital Expansion Incentive for businesses investing in facilities and equipment, and Sector Research Support for research and expansion activities. Eligible sectors include Agriculture, Energy, Film, Fishing, Knowledge Economy, Tourism, and Value-added Manufacturing.
Detailed Explanation of the Sector Support Grant Program
The Sector Support grant program in the Northwest Territories serves to assist NWT businesses and organizations in specific sectors by providing financial support for capital investments and sector research. The program consists of two main categories with distinct funding opportunities:
Capital Expansion Incentive:
Under this category, NWT businesses can receive funding to offset loan interest associated with new capital purchases aimed at expanding their operations. The grant provides support of up to $30,000 distributed over two or three years, with a maximum of $15,000 per year. This funding is intended to help businesses in the NWT grow and enhance their infrastructure and equipment.
Sector Research Support:
The Sector Research Support category offers up to $25,000 in funding to assist Indigenous organizations, business associations, and municipalities in conducting sector-specific research or planning. This support helps in generating critical information for sector development and attracting investments. The funding can also be utilized for sector-specific product development, packaging materials, and marketing campaigns.
Applicants are required to meet certain Equity Requirements based on their community classification:
- Group 1 communities (Yellowknife, Hay River, Fort Smith, and Inuvik) – 30% of project costs
- Group 2 communities (all other communities within NWT) – 20% of project costs
The application deadline for this grant program is annually from April 1 to March 31. Eligible applicants must be involved in one of the designated sectors as determined by the Minister, including Agriculture, Energy, Film, Fishing, Knowledge Economy, Tourism, and Value-added Manufacturing.
How to Apply for the Sector Support Grant:
Prior to developing a proposal, it is recommended to consult with the regional Economic Development Officer. Applicants must complete an application form and submit all required documents specified in the application checklist. The completed application should be submitted to the regional office for review and consideration.
For further information and assistance, interested parties can contact the regional offices of the Industry, Tourism, and Investment department in the Northwest Territories:
- Sahtu: 867-587-7171
- South Slave: 867-872-8046
- North Slave (Yellowknife): 867-767-9212
- North Slave (Behchokǫ̀): 867-392-6119
- Beaufort-Delta: 867-678-8023
- Dehcho: 867-695-7500
Overall, the Sector Support grant program aims to support and promote economic growth in key sectors of the Northwest Territories by providing financial assistance for capital expansion and sector-specific research and development.