Alberta Digital Traction Program

📋 Eligible Entities - Digital technology companies headquartered in Alberta - Software-focused businesses with software development as a core component of their product and/or service - Companies with a proven business model and operational presence in Alberta - Early-stage to growth-stage tech companies - Must be registered and operating Canadian businesses (federal or provincial incorporation) Note: Sole proprietors and incorporated entities may be eligible; verify current status with program administrator --- ### 💰 Funding Details - Maximum Grant Amount: $50,000 (non-repayable) - Grant Type: Non-repayable contribution (not a loan) - Matching Requirements: To be confirmed with program administrator; many Alberta tech grants require cost-sharing - Funding Structure: Typically issued in installments upon milestone achievement - Budget Range: Best suited for companies with projects valued between $50,000–$150,000+ --- ### 🛠️ Approved Expenses - Software development costs (payroll, contractor fees, development tools) - Technology infrastructure and platform development - Digital product commercialization activities - Market validation and customer development - Testing, prototyping, and MVP refinement - Digital marketing and go-to-market strategy - Professional services related to tech deployment (consulting, advisory) - Hardware and tools directly supporting software development Note: Restrictions typically apply to general overhead, retrospective costs, and items ineligible under Alberta Innovation programs --- ### ⚠️ Conditions & Milestones - Geographic Requirement: Company must be based in Alberta and deliver services/products from Alberta - Core Software Requirement: Software development must be demonstrably central to the business model - Milestone-Based Disbursement: Funds typically released upon achievement of project milestones - Reporting Obligations: Quarterly or agreed-upon progress reports required - Eligible Payroll: Employee salaries must align with Alberta wage standards; excessive executive compensation may be flagged - Intellectual Property: IP ownership typically remains with the recipient company - **Use of Funds