Capital Investment Program - Grant Brief ### 📋 Eligible Entities - Private corporations (federally or provincially incorporated) - Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) with fewer than 500 employees - Sole proprietors operating as registered businesses - Partnerships (general and limited) - Social enterprises and co-operatives - Businesses must be Canadian-controlled and operating for a minimum of 12 months - Excluded: Not-for-profits, charities, crown corporations, and publicly traded companies ### 💰 Funding Details - Grant type: Non-repayable contribution (not a loan) - Typical funding range: $5,000–$50,000 per applicant (subject to program year and available budget) - Matching requirement: No matching funds required from applicant - Cost-sharing: Government covers 100% of eligible service delivery costs - Repayability: Funds are non-recoverable; no repayment obligation - Frequency: One application per fiscal year per eligible entity ### 🛠️ Approved Expenses - Investor pitch development and presentation coaching - Capital strategy consulting and financial planning services - Investor networking events and matchmaking facilitation - Due diligence preparation and documentation review - Business plan refinement for investment readiness - Financial modeling and valuation assessments - Legal and regulatory compliance guidance related to capital raising - Market analysis and competitive positioning for investor appeal - Management team development training - Third-party professional fees (accountants, lawyers, consultants) related to capital preparation ### ⚠️ Conditions & Milestones - Eligibility verification: Applicants must provide proof of business registration and financial statements - Application deadline: Varies by program intake; typically annual or quarterly deadlines - Approval timeline: 4–8 weeks from complete application submission - Service delivery window: Must complete program activities within 12 months of funding approval - Reporting requirements: Quarterly progress reports and final completion summary required - Outcome tracking: Participants must