Capital Acquisition Support – Grant Analysis ### 📋 Eligible Entities - Small and Medium-sized Enterprises (SMEs) operating in Canada - Start-ups at local/regional level - International exporters based in Canada - Businesses of all levels (implied flexibility across sectors and sizes) - Likely requires: Valid business registration, active operations, and Canadian tax compliance ### 💰 Funding Details - Maximum Grant Amount: $25,000 per project - Cost Coverage: 25% of total eligible project costs - Implied Project Minimum: $100,000 (to reach $25,000 at 25% coverage) - Repayability: Grant funding (non-repayable) - Matching Requirements: Applicant must cover 75% of project costs through own capital or other financing ### 🛠️ Approved Expenses - Technology investments (software, IT infrastructure, digital tools) - Equipment purchases (machinery, tools, production equipment) - Infrastructure development (facilities, improvements, workspace optimization) - Growth-enabling capital assets that demonstrably support business expansion ### ⚠️ Conditions & Milestones - Cost-sharing obligation: Applicant responsible for securing 75% of project funding independently - Project scope: Investment must clearly support documented business growth objectives - Eligible project threshold: Total project costs must justify the $25,000 grant ceiling - Documentation required: Likely includes project proposal, budget breakdown, business plan, quotes for equipment/technology - Timeline: Standard grant cycle milestones (application → approval → fund disbursement → project completion verification) - Compliance: Ongoing reporting of fund usage and project outcomes may be required