Innovation Canada — Innovation Advisors in YT ### 📋 Eligible Entities - Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) operating in Yukon Territory - Sole proprietors and self-employed individuals developing innovative products, technologies, or processes - Startups in early-stage development - Established businesses seeking to innovate or diversify operations - Businesses must be registered and operating in Yukon Territory - No specific industry restrictions; all sectors eligible if developing innovation ### 💰 Funding Details - Cost to Business: Free service (no direct funding provided) - Nature of Support: One-on-one advisory services, not financial grants or loans - Advisor Assistance: Personalized guidance to identify and access other government funding programs - No Matching Requirements: N/A (advisory service only) - Repayment Terms: N/A (no capital funds distributed) ### 🛠️ Approved Expenses This program does not provide direct funding. Instead, advisors help businesses: - Identify applicable government grants, loans, and tax incentives - Navigate eligibility criteria for other funding programs - Develop innovation project roadmaps - Connect with relevant funding opportunities (federal, territorial, and other sources) - Understand support available for R&D, commercialization, and market expansion - Access information on technology adoption programs and export support ### ⚠️ Conditions & Milestones - Service Model: Free, confidential one-on-one consultations - Geographic Requirement: Business must be based in Yukon Territory - Project Requirement: Business must be actively developing a new product, technology, or process - Application Process: Contact Innovation Canada to request an advisor assignment - Timeline: Advisors work at pace determined by business needs; no fixed program duration - Ongoing Support: Advisors continue assisting until business identifies and secures appropriate funding - No Commitment: Receiving advisory services does not obligate participation in other programs