Funding for business and not-for-profits in the Prairie provinces
Funding programs
Business Scale-up and Productivity (BSP)
Funding for businesses to scale up and produce innovative goods, services or technologies.
Regional Innovation Ecosystems (RIE)
Funding for not-for-profit organizations that support businesses at each stage of development.
Economic Development Initiative (EDI)
Funding for Francophone businesses, partnerships and economic development projects in the Prairie provinces.
Community Economic Development and Diversification (CEDD)
Funding for not-for-profit organizations for projects that support business development and community economic growth.
Strategic Partnerships Initiative (SPI)
Funding for Indigenous economic growth from 14 federal departments, overseen by Indigenous and Northern Affairs Canada.
Strategic Innovation Fund (SIF)
Funding for large innovation projects to make Canada a top destination for businesses to invest, grow and create jobs.
Past Programs
Funding programs PrairiesCan no longer delivers, but whose impact in the community remains strong.
COVID-19 relief and recovery funding
Canada Community Revitalization Fund (CCRF)
Funding to build and improve community infrastructure and public spaces in the Prairie provinces.
Jobs and Growth Fund (JGF)
Funding for Prairie province businesses to create jobs through green, digital and inclusive growth.
Tourism Relief Fund (TRF)
Funding for tourism businesses and organizations to adapt to health regulations and position for growth.
Aerospace Regional Recovery Initiative (ARRI)
Funding for the aerospace sector to become greener and more productive, and to better reach global markets.
Regional Air Transportation Initiative (RATI)
Funding for regional and local air carriers and airports in the Prairie provinces to support economic growth.
Major Festivals and Events Support Initiative (MFESI)
Funding for large Canadian festivals and events to adapt to public health guidelines and invest in their future.
Regional Relief and Recovery Fund (RRRF)
Funding for businesses affected by COVID-19 to continue operations, retain staff and prepare for recovery.
Canadian Seafood Stabilization Fund (CSSF)
Funding for fish and seafood processors to safely and efficiently process, store and ship during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Managing your business during COVID-19
Loans, subsidies and income support for businesses, employees and the self-employed affected by COVID-19.
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