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Venture Investment Program

Q: How much funding can be received?

Venture Investment Program Funds up to $15,100 of admissible expenses.

Q: Who is eligible for the Venture Investment Program program?

To be eligible for the Venture Investment Program program, you must: Businesses must be located in the Northwest Territories. Applicants must demonstrate a need for digital project support, such as adopting new digital technologies or enhancing their online presence. Support is available to eligible businesses wishing to digitalize operations.

Q: Who can I contact for more information about the Venture Investment Program?

You can contact Government of the Northwest Territories (GNWT).

Q: Where is the Venture Investment Program available?

The Venture Investment Program program is available the province of Northwest Territories.

Q: Is the Venture Investment Program a grant, loan, or tax credit?

Venture Investment Program is a Grant and Funding

Last Update: March 3, 2026

Northwest Territories, Canada

Preferred equity investment in Northwest Territories businesses

Grant and Funding

Business Development and Investment Corporation

Government of the Northwest Territories

Overview

Access business investment through the purchase of preferred shares.

At a glance

Funding available

Financing goals

Integrate new technologies

Optimize production processes

Eligible Funding

Maximum amount : 15,100 $

Timeline

Closing date : May 17, 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
Startups

Activities funded

Adopting new digital technologies for business growth and efficiency.
Enhancing the online presence of businesses to reach wider audiences.
Digitalizing business operations to streamline processes and increase productivity.
Access to digital advisors for advancing digital projects.

Examples of admissible projects:

$ 15,100

Implementing an inventory management system for our e-commerce store

$ 15,100

Creating a digital marketing campaign to boost our online presence

$ 15,100

Implementing advanced digital payment systems in our retail stores

$ 15,100

Digitalizing our membership management system

$ 15,100

Upgrading our community website for better user engagement

$ 15,100

Developing a mobile app for our financial services

Eligibility

Eligibility for digital project grants from Prosper NWT requires businesses to meet certain criteria to qualify for support.

The applicant must be a business operating in the Northwest Territories (NWT).
The digital project should focus on adopting new digital technologies, enhancing online presence, or digitalizing operations.
The applicant must demonstrate the need for digital advancement in their business operations.
The business must meet any additional criteria as laid out by Prosper NWT for digital project support.

Who is eligible?

Eligible applicants for Prosper NWT's grant for digital projects include businesses located in the Northwest Territories seeking to adopt digital technologies, enhance their online presence, or digitalize their operations. The available grant offers up to $15,100 for qualifying projects, and emphasizes the support from digital advisors to assist in advancing these digital initiatives. However, specific evaluation and selection criteria details are not provided in the context.

Who is not eligible

There are certain types of companies that are not eligible for the Prosper NWT grant.

Non-profit organizations
Government entities
Unregistered or informal businesses

Eligible expenses

The grant offers support to NWT businesses for digital projects aimed at enhancing their technological capabilities. Eligible activities include technology adoption, online presence enhancement, and operational digitalization.

Adoption of new digital technologies.
Enhancement of online presence.
Digitalization of business operations.

Eligible geographic areas

This grant is specifically available to businesses located in the Northwest Territories as determined by the funding body, Prosper NWT. The eligible locations align with regional support and development initiatives in the Northern territories.

Businesses based in the Northwest Territories, Canada.

Selection criteria

There are evaluation and selection criteria for the Prosper NWT grant:

Economic Impact: The project's potential economic impact on NWT businesses and communities.
Innovation: The degree of innovation demonstrated by the project and its contribution to digital advancement.
Feasibility: The feasibility and sustainability of the digital project proposed by the business.

How to apply

Determine Eligibility

Review the eligibility criteria for the digital projects support program to ensure your business qualifies for funding.

Gather Required Documentation

Prepare necessary documents such as business registration details, project plan, and financial statements.

Develop Project Proposal

Outline the objectives, expected outcomes, and benefits of the digital project for your business.
Include a detailed timeline and budget for the project.

Contact Digital Advisor

Engage with a digital advisor from Prosper NWT for guidance and support in developing your digital project.

Complete Application Form

Access and fill out the online application form available on the Prosper NWT website.
Ensure all required fields are completed and documents are attached.

Submit Application

Submit the completed application through the Prosper NWT online portal.
Verify that you have received a confirmation of submission from Prosper NWT.

Await Response

Monitor your email for any communications from Prosper NWT regarding the status of your application.
Be prepared to provide additional information or clarification if requested.

Additional information

Here are additional relevant details for this grant:

The program offers access to digital advisors who can guide businesses in advancing their digital projects.
Grants/contributions are capped at $15,100 for eligible digital initiatives.

Apply to this program

Frequently Asked Questions about the Venture Investment Program Program

Here are answers to the most common questions about the Venture Investment 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.

What is the Venture Investment Program?

How much funding can be received?

Who is eligible for the Venture Investment Program program?

What expenses are eligible under Venture Investment Program?

The Venture Investment Program under Prosper NWT aims to foster digital transformation and resilience among businesses in the Northwest Territories. Eligible activities focus on digital adoption, improving online presence, and operational digitalization. Adopting new digital technologies for business growth and efficiency. Enhancing the online presence of businesses to reach wider audiences. Digitalizing business operations to streamline processes and increase productivity. Access to digital advisors for advancing digital projects.