Digital Technology Cluster

📋 Eligible Entities - Small and Medium-sized Enterprises (SMEs) - Women-owned businesses - Indigenous-owned enterprises - Organizations within designated industry clusters - Businesses participating in collaborative projects with multiple partners - Non-profit organizations supporting cluster development (as supporting partners) ### 💰 Funding Details - Grant Structure: Non-repayable contribution covering a portion of eligible project expenses - Funding Coverage: Partial cost-sharing model (specific percentage to be determined by project scope and applicant profile) - Grant Size: Varies based on project scale and cluster designation - Matching Requirements: Cost-sharing obligation applies; applicant must contribute remaining eligible expenses - Repayability: Grant funds are non-repayable provided all conditions are met - Payment Terms: Funding typically disbursed upon project milestone completion and expense verification ### 🛠️ Approved Expenses - Research & Development (R&D) activities to improve connectivity and infrastructure - Technology adoption and digital transformation initiatives - Training and skills development programs for SME staff - Partnership development and facilitation activities - Innovation access and knowledge-sharing platforms - Women and Indigenous entrepreneur support programs - Consulting services related to digital innovation - Equipment and software for cluster collaboration - Feasibility studies and cluster coordination activities ### ⚠️ Conditions & Milestones - Collaborative Requirement: Project must involve multiple partners from the cluster - Focus Areas: Activities must align with improving connectivity, innovation access, or training outcomes - Reporting: Progress reports required at designated milestones - Eligible Participants: Priority given to women, Indigenous peoples, and underrepresented groups - Expense Documentation: All claims must be supported by receipts and documentation - Project Timeline: Completion within agreed funding period - Use of Funds: Money must be used solely for approved expenses as outlined in grant agreement - Compliance: Adherence to all program terms and conditions throughout project duration