Capital Access Advisory Program — Building Companies ### 📋 Eligible Entities - Private companies in the health sector (biotech, medical devices, healthcare services, digital health) - Companies seeking growth capital or preparing for fundraising rounds - Businesses with a viable product or service and demonstrated market potential - Canadian-based enterprises (specific provincial eligibility may apply) - Companies at growth stage or pre-Series A/Series A funding stage ### 💰 Funding Details - Grant Structure: Non-repayable advisory services (in-kind contribution) - Value: Access to strategic advisory committee services at no direct cost to the company - Matching Requirements: None specified; this is a fully-funded advisory program - No Loan Component: This is a grant-based advisory program, not a loan or equity investment - Cost to Company: Minimal or no financial outlay required to participate ### 🛠️ Approved Expenses - Strategic positioning advice for capital fundraising campaigns - Investor relations guidance from international investment professionals - Industry-specific counsel from healthcare sector executives - Business acceleration support to prepare for funding rounds - Advisory committee access composed of investors and sector experts - Fundraising strategy development and market positioning ### ⚠️ Conditions & Milestones - Company must demonstrate readiness for capital acceleration and fundraising - Participation requires commitment to engage with advisory committee recommendations - International steering committee meetings and consultation schedule must be accommodated - Companies expected to implement or act on strategic advice provided - Typical program duration and specific reporting requirements should be confirmed with program administrator - Completion of application process demonstrating company viability and fundraising intent required