Alberta Innovates — Programme international de partenariat technologique ### 📋 Eligible Entities - Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) operating in Alberta - Must have an international project partner for technology development - Private sector businesses with capacity to manage collaborative R&D initiatives - Applicants must be able to commit resources and personnel to the project partnership ### 💰 Funding Details - Maximum Grant Amount: $250,000 CAD - Funding Type: Non-repayable contribution (grant) - Matching Requirements: Cost-sharing/matching contribution required from applicant (ratio to be confirmed with program administrator) - Disbursement: Funds provided as reimbursement-based support for eligible expenses incurred during project execution ### 🛠️ Approved Expenses - Development of new technology products and solutions - Piloting and testing of innovative technologies with international partners - Personnel costs related to project management and R&D activities - Technical collaboration and knowledge transfer with international partners - Feasibility studies and design documentation for technology initiatives - Travel and communication expenses directly tied to international partnership coordination ### ⚠️ Conditions & Milestones - Project must involve a confirmed international partner - SME must demonstrate clear technology development or pilot objectives - Funding is contingent on meeting project milestones and deliverables - Regular progress reporting and financial accountability required - Recipient must maintain detailed documentation of all expenses for audit purposes - International partnership agreement or letter of intent must be provided with application - Project timeline and scope must be clearly defined prior to funding approval - Non-compliance with program requirements may result in funding suspension or clawback