How to apply for financial assistance

Before you apply

• Confirm program fit
  

  Review ACOA programs and initiatives to confirm that your organization and project align with the program objectives and eligibility requirements.

• Prepare your information
  

  You are responsible for submitting a complete and accurate application. An application that is incomplete or that is missing key information may delay its assessment or prevent ACOA from considering your request.

Depending on your organization type, you may be required to provide:

• incorporation or constituting documents
• financial statements
• a detailed project description or plan
• quotes, permits, licences, and other supporting documents

Your project description or plan must clearly explain:

• what your project involves and the activities for which you are seeking ACOA assistance
• key activities, timelines and milestones, where applicable
• project team roles and responsibilities
• project costs and sources of financing
• plans for commercialization or implementation, were applicable
• how your project supports your organization’s objectives, how those objectives will be achieved, and how your products or services will be positioned and sold within target markets

How to apply

1. Go to MyACOA and click “Log in to MyACOA Account.” Sign in using a sign-in partner or your GCKey user ID and password.
2. If you are a new portal user, read and accept the terms and conditions, then register your account using your first and last name and email address.
3. Create a new application by clicking “+ New Application” and complete both the Organizational Profile and Project Information modules.
   • For assistance in filling out the application, consult the Applicant Guide for ACOA Programs and Initiatives.
4. Upload all required supporting documents, as prompted in the portal.
5. Submit your application online by following the instructions in MyACOA.

A copy of your submitted application will remain available in your MyACOA account.

After you apply

1. Once ACOA receives your application, you will receive an acknowledgement confirming receipt. This will include your project number and the name of the program officer assigned to your project.
2. Your application will be assessed based on the information and documentation provided. ACOA may contact you for additional information or clarification.
3. Once all the information required to complete the assessment has been received, ACOA will make a funding decision in accordance with its service standards.