PacifiCan — Regional Economic Growth Through Innovation — Business Growth and Productivity ### 📋 Eligible Entities - Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) operating in Western Canada (British Columbia, Alberta, Saskatchewan, Manitoba) - For-profit businesses across all sectors - Corporations (federal or provincial incorporation) - Sole proprietors and partnerships - Businesses must be Canadian-controlled - Minimum requirement: Must have been operating for at least 2 years - Must be located and conducting primary operations in an eligible PacifiCan region ### 💰 Funding Details - Grant amounts: Typically $25,000 to $250,000+ depending on project scope - Matching requirement: Generally 50% cost-sharing (business contributes matching funds or in-kind contributions) - Repayability: Non-repayable grant (contribution) - Funding type: Contribution/grant (not a loan) - Coverage: Can fund up to 50% of eligible project costs (applicant must cover minimum 50%) - Allocation: Funding distributed by PacifiCan regional office based on economic development priorities ### 🛠️ Approved Expenses - Technology adoption and implementation (software, equipment, digital tools) - Research and development (R&D) related to product/service innovation - Process innovation and operational efficiency improvements - Export marketing and market diversification activities - Commercialization of new technologies or products - Professional services (consulting, technical expertise for eligible projects) - Training and skills development directly tied to project objectives - Equipment and machinery for productivity improvements - Business expansion activities and capacity building - Supply chain optimization and value-chain improvements ### ⚠️ Conditions & Milestones - Application process: Submit detailed project proposal with business plan and financial projections - Evaluation criteria: Innovation potential, economic impact, job creation, market competitiveness - Matching funds: Applicant must demonstrate and secure 50% cost-share before or during project - Project timeline: Typically