Innovation Canada — Conseillers en innovation au Nun ### 📋 Eligible Entities - Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) - Businesses developing new products, technologies, or processes - Companies seeking guidance on government funding and support programs - Organizations operating in Canada (with regional focus on Northern regions based on program name) - Sole proprietors and incorporated businesses actively engaged in innovation activities ### 💰 Funding Details - Cost to Participant: Free consultation services - Grant Structure: Non-repayable advisory support (not a direct cash grant) - Financial Assistance: No direct funding provided; program offers in-kind consulting services - Match Requirements: None specified - Budget: Funded through government innovation support programs ### 🛠️ Approved Expenses This program does not fund direct business expenses. Instead, it covers: - Expert consultation and advisory services on innovation initiatives - Guidance on identifying relevant government funding programs - Strategic advice on product, technology, or process development - Information on available grants, loans, and support mechanisms - One-on-one personalized consulting sessions ### ⚠️ Conditions & Milestones - Business must be actively developing a new product, technology, or process - Participants must engage directly with assigned innovation advisor - Consultation services are delivered individually (customized to business needs) - Program aims to connect businesses with appropriate government funding sources - No repayment obligations for advisory services - Eligibility and service availability may vary by region/jurisdiction - Advisors provide guidance only; receipt of other government funding is not guaranteed