The Natural Science and Engineering Research Council of Canada (NSERC) provides government funding for research and development through the promotion of their NSERC Engage Program.The Canadian government provides funds up to $25,000 for 6 months of research and development that is to be carried out by a Canadian University. NSERC Engage grants are intended to…
The approaches to learning are quite simple, we may ignore the problem, seek outside help in collaboration or try to put our head down and find our own solution usually with poor results (i.e. due to the gap in our knowledge with respect to some of the technical challenges). However, if you are of mindset…
The Canadian Agricultural Adaptation Council (AAC) has announced a Call for Proposals for the next round of Canadian Agricultural Adaptation Program (CAAP) funding. For those interested in this program, the CAAP is designed for small businesses who have a new technology that will have an impact on the agricultural industry. Eligible projects will seize opportunities…
The Ontario Centres of Excellence (OCE) have announced that they are no longer accepting applications for their First Job hiring program. The Canadian government grant for hiring will be closed until April 2012. Applicants may still be eligible if they are carrying out a Technical Problem Solving (TPS) project through OCE, however they will need…
Please Note: Export Market Access is now closed and not accepting further applications. For trade show grants and other forms of export support, learn more about the CanExport program. You might have noticed a note on Export Market Access’ homepage: Please note we are currently accepting applications for projects that end prior to March 31, 2012.”. Export…
Before now, Ryerson University based out of Toronto, Ontario was the only school in Ontario offering the iSTEM hiring grant. University of Waterloo has officially changed that. Also known as the Graduate Enterprise Internship, the iSTEM program offers up to $15K towards the hiring of a science, technical, engineering, or mathematics student or graduate. The…
Mitacs Enterprise Program With a primary business focus on science, technical, engineering or math sectors, Mitacs is offering a new career development program called Enterprise Internships for iSTEM graduates and current Masters and Doctoral students to enable the growth strategies of small and medium sized companies. iSTEM – Talent to Support Business Growth This Southern…
Please Note: The IRAP DTAPP program is no longer available, however, other Canadian government grants may still be applicable to your project. Please contact a Government Funding Planner to evaluate current funding opportunities. Canada’s Digital Economy Strategy serves to raise awareness of the importance of seeking productivity improvements by adopting technology. By building digital skills,…
Established in 2006, CMHC’s Platinum Program helps small businesses in Canada’s housing industry increase their export opportunities and market diversification through a Canadian government grant. The deadline for this application is Friday, November 25th at 5:00pm EST, so interested parties should submit their application before the end of the week. Eligible Export Regions The Platinum…
The Eastern Ontario Development Fund was announced in 2008, as a four year program ending in March 2012, and is still accepting applications. Previously, we profiled this fund in our July 2011 Blog and based on the near closing date, Mentor Works has researched the key eligibility factors and project criteria to contribute growth and…