I just wanted to remind you that March 31, 2017 is the deadline for some funding programs you or your friends, clients or partners may be interested in. Please read carefully the information about the programs below and let us know if you would like to apply. We still have time to write your applications. But you need to act quickly!
This government funding program allows your business to provide 3rd party training for your employees and covers up to $10,000 per employee. You must be a for-profit business of any size and industry OR non-profit organization acting on behalf of employers (e.g. industry association, union). Find more details here
This program is for small or medium-sized enterprises, incorporated and profit-oriented with 500 or fewer full-time equivalent employees that have the objective to grow and generate profits through development and commercialization of innovative, technology-driven new or improved products, services, or processes. This funding covers up to $50,000 for R&D projects. Find more details here
Aboriginal Economic Development Fund
This fund is for aboriginal businesses that are planning the following projects: equipment purchase, building expansion, construction, training, R&D and others. It covers 75% to 90% of eligible cost up to $99,999 per individual Aboriginal Business or $249,999 per community-owned Aboriginal Business. Find more details here.
These programs may or may not be extended when the new fiscal year starts on April 01, 2017. So, if you wanted to make sure you are not missing a boat, please contact us today and we’ll help you apply for those funding programs.
Sincerely,
Igor Chigrin
