PacifiCan — Regional Economic Growth through Innovation — Business Scale-Up and Productivity ### 📋 Eligible Entities - Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) operating in British Columbia, the Prairies, or Northern Ontario - For-profit businesses registered and operating in Canada - Sole proprietors and partnerships with legitimate business operations - Corporations of any size (though priority given to SMEs) - Businesses must demonstrate: - Viable business model with growth potential - Operations in eligible PacifiCan regions - Capacity to implement proposed project - Ineligible entities: Non-profits, charitable organizations, government agencies, and businesses primarily engaged in real estate speculation ### 💰 Funding Details - Grant amount: Typically $25,000 to $250,000 (varies by project scope) - Contribution rate: Non-repayable contribution covering up to 50% of eligible project costs - Cost-sharing requirement: Applicant must fund minimum 50% through own resources, third-party investment, or other funding sources - Repayability: Grants are non-repayable (contributions, not loans) - No interest or fees: Funding carries no interest charges or administrative fees - Funding duration: Typically 12–36 months depending on project scope ### 🛠️ Approved Expenses - Technology adoption and commercialization: Equipment, software, and systems for productivity improvements - Research and development: Product/service innovation and process improvement initiatives - Market expansion and diversification: Export marketing, market research, and new customer acquisition - Workforce training and development: Skills upgrading and employee training aligned with business scaling - Business consulting and professional services: Strategic planning, technology assessments, and business advisory - Infrastructure improvements: Facility upgrades to support scaling operations - Supply chain optimization: Systems and processes to improve operational efficiency - Digital transformation: E-commerce platforms, cybersecurity, and digital marketing tools - Regulatory compliance: Costs to meet industry standards or certifications required for market entry ### ⚠️ Conditions & Milestones -