Alberta Innovates — Alberta Digital Traction Program

📋 Eligible Entities - Small and Medium-sized Enterprises (SMEs) operating in Alberta - Businesses with software development as a core component of at least one product or service - Companies demonstrating active business operations and revenue generation - Profit and non-profit organizations engaged in software-based business models - Businesses seeking to scale and expand into global markets ### 💰 Funding Details - Maximum Grant Amount: $50,000 per eligible applicant - Grant Type: Non-repayable contribution (grant, not a loan) - Matching Requirements: Varies by program stream; applicants should confirm current co-investment expectations with Alberta Innovates - Funding Source: Alberta provincial government through Alberta Innovates - No payback obligation upon successful completion of program milestones ### 🛠️ Approved Expenses - Software product development and enhancement - Market entry and global expansion activities - Sales and marketing initiatives targeting international markets - Technology infrastructure and tools to support scaling - Professional services (legal, accounting, business consulting related to growth) - Team hiring and training for expansion roles - Go-to-market strategy development and execution - Digital platform optimization and deployment ### ⚠️ Conditions & Milestones - Applicants must demonstrate a clear path to global market traction - Funds must be deployed to accelerate revenue growth and market expansion - Recipient must maintain active business operations throughout the funding period - Progress tracking and milestone reporting required at specified intervals - Eligible expenses must align with rapid scaling and market entry objectives - Funds must be expended within defined timeline (confirm current program period) - Ongoing compliance with Alberta Innovates terms and conditions - Potential requirement to provide updates on revenue and business growth outcomes post-funding