PacifiCan — Initiative de développement économique ### 📋 Eligible Entities - Small and Medium-sized Enterprises (SMEs) operating in Western Canada - Francophone businesses (primary focus) - Non-profit organizations engaged in economic development - Industry associations and business groups - Indigenous-owned businesses - Social enterprises with economic development mandates - Businesses demonstrating commitment to regional economic diversification Note: Applicants must be established entities with a legitimate business presence in eligible Western Canadian provinces (British Columbia, Alberta, Saskatchewan, Manitoba) --- ### 💰 Funding Details - Grant Type: Non-repayable contribution (not a loan) - Funding Range: Varies by project scope; typically $25,000 to $500,000+ - Cost-Sharing: Generally requires matching funds or in-kind contributions (ratio varies by project type, typically 25-50% applicant contribution) - Repayability: Non-repayable - Eligible Costs: Contributions cover a percentage of total eligible project costs - Budget Flexibility: Funding allocated based on project merit and available program budget --- ### 🛠️ Approved Expenses - Economic Diversification Projects – initiatives expanding regional economic base beyond traditional sectors - Business Development & Growth – market research, business planning, capacity building - Innovation Initiatives – R&D activities, technology adoption, process improvements - Francophone Business Support – language training, cultural marketing, francophone market development - Strategic Partnerships – collaborative projects, inter-organizational networks - Export Development – market entry strategies, export promotion, international business activities - Skills & Workforce Development – training programs, talent recruitment initiatives - Infrastructure & Equipment – technology systems, tools, facilities supporting business operations - Marketing & Promotion – regional branding, business promotion, market awareness campaigns --- ### ⚠️ Conditions & Milestones - Application Requirements: - Detailed project proposal with clear objectives and deliverables - Business plan or strategic framework - Budget breakdown with cost-sharing demonstrated