Canada Sector Grants

Technology & Digital Business Grants

The UK offers extensive grant funding for technology and digital businesses. From Innovate UK's smart grants to regional digital transformation programmes, there are opportunities for tech startups, scale-ups, and established technology companies.

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Innovation, growth & development funding

Innovation & R&D Grants

Innovate UK runs competitive grant programmes for innovative technology projects. Smart Grants fund game-changing innovations, while sector-specific competitions target areas like AI, quantum computing, and advanced manufacturing technology.

Digital Transformation Support

Grants are available to help businesses adopt digital technologies. Made Smarter supports manufacturers, while regional programmes help SMEs implement new software, e-commerce platforms, and digital processes.

Cybersecurity & Data

Dedicated funding exists for cybersecurity innovation and businesses working with data. DCMS and NCSC-backed programmes support the UK's cyber sector growth.

Canadian Technology Grants

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Government of Nova Scotia

Graduate to Opportunity (GTO)

A 2-year salary incentive that reduces the cost of hiring recent post-secondary graduates for full-time, permanent jobs.

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Government of Nova Scotia

Energy Training Program

A wage subsidy to help you hire post-secondary students or grads for a summer work experience in the energy sector.

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Government of Nova Scotia

Co-op Education Incentive (CO-OP)

Wage assistance when you hire university or community college co-op students for career-related work terms.

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Government of Nova Scotia

Apprenticeship START

Funding to help you hire an apprentice from a diverse group or in a rural area.

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Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada

Global Innovation Clusters

Supports AI adoption, scale‑up and commercialization through resources and networking opportunities.

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Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada

Innovative Solutions Canada

Provides funding to develop new innovations and test cutting‑edge prototypes in real‑life settings.

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Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada

Women Entrepreneurship Strategy

Provides funding, mentorship, training and growth opportunities for women entrepreneurs through partner organizations.

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Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada

Black Entrepreneurship Program

Supports Black entrepreneurs through Black‑led organizations and financial institutions offering funding and mentorship.

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Canadian Government (through partner organizations)

2SLGBTQI+ Entrepreneurship Program

Provides targeted support, including funding and mentorship, for 2SLGBTQI+ SMEs across Canada.

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Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada

Global Innovation Clusters

Financial support for the development of business-led innovation clusters in Canada.

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Western Economic Diversification Canada

Western innovation funding and support

Repayable funding for enterprises in Western Canada to move their technology research to the marketplace.

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FedNor

Northern Ontario innovation funding

Funding for innovation projects in Northern Ontario communities and businesses.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Canadian technology grants