Governmentese │November 1 of 2

Hi Everyone,

Grant season is on.

Given the rapid-testing pilot at the Calgary airport, I’ve included export grants below.

Keep smiling and working hard.

Have a great weekend,

David Kincade
https://albertabusinessgrants.ca/contact-us/

1. Agriculture

CAAIN will invest up to $15 million CAD in projects submitted to this Competition. Project Registration Form Submission due December 1, 2020, 2:00 p.m. MT https://caain.ca/582-2/

The Environmental Stewardship and Climate Change – Producer program is to support producers in reducing negative impacts on the environment while enhancing sustainable production, managing climate change and increasing profitability in the agriculture sector. https://cap.alberta.ca/CAP/program/STEW_PROD

The AgriScience Program aims to accelerate the pace of innovation by providing funding and support for pre-commercial science activities and cutting-edge research that benefits the agriculture and agri-food sector and Canadians. Deadline: Ongoing. https://www.agr.gc.ca/eng/agricultural-programs-and-services/agriscience-program-projects/?id=1516993063537

Agri-marketing Program: National Industry Association (NIA) Component aims to increase and diversify exports to international markets and seize domestic market opportunities. Deadline: September 30, 2022, or until funding has been fully committed.
https://www.agr.gc.ca/eng/agricultural-programs-and-services/agri-marketing-program-national-industry-association-component/?id=1515092171804

The Investments in Forest Industry Transformation (IFIT) program is accepting applications for funding to conduct studies linked to the advancement of innovation in the forest sector. Applicants are encouraged to apply under our next call for proposals expected in early 2021. https://www.nrcan.gc.ca/science-data/funding-partnerships/funding-opportunities/forest-sector-funding-programs/investments-forest-industry-tran/ifit-studies-projects/22850

2. Arts and Culture

COVID-19: Information and support for the arts sector: https://canadacouncil.ca/covid-19-information

Post-Production, Visual Effects and Digital Animation Grant (PPG). Deadline: Applications will be accepted until March 1 each year, or when all funds for the budget year have been allocated: https://www.alberta.ca/post-production-visual-effects-digital-animation-grant.aspx

The 3rd Latin American Contemporary Fine Art Competition is now open for application Get a chance to be selected for promotional awards designed to boost your careers. Deadline: January 12, 2021. https://www.affta.ab.ca/news/3rd-latin-american-contemporary-fine-art-competition

3. Employment | Varies

Startup Impact: SDG Pitch Competitions aim to highlight and encourage Canadian entrepreneurs whose startups embrace sustainability and fulfill one of the following 4 SDG’s. Deadline: November 16, 2020. https://www.startupcan.ca/social-impact/sdg-pitch-competition/

The Edmonton Regional Innovation Network (ERIN) Steering Committee has a discretionary fund of $25,000 for Community Initiatives to provide more opportunities for entrepreneur. Deadline: 15th of each month. https://www.edmontonrin.ca/community-initiatives

Through the Canadian Industrial Leadership Award, ten women enrolled in STEM programs at Universities and Colleges across Canada will be awarded a fully paid internship and executive mentorship at L3Harris, CAE or Thales Canada. Deadline: Varies. https://cilaward.ca/

This fall, BioTalent Canada and the Stem Cell Network will launch its new online “Technical Skills Fundamentals Training Program” that will help students transition successfully to the bio-economy workforce. https://www.biotalent.ca/applied-technical-skills-training-for-the-bio-economy/

4. Environment/CleanTech

Alberta Innovates’ TIER Economic Recovery Program (Program) will consist of a set of “shovel-ready” projects that will accelerate innovation in support of GHG emissions reduction, increase long-term economic competitiveness and stimulate growth in critically important sectors of Alberta’s economy. Deadline: November 30, 2020. https://albertainnovates.ca/programs/tier-economic-recovery-program

The new $675M Emissions Reduction Fund (ERF) – Onshore Program is helping Canadian onshore oil and gas companies invest in green solutions toward reducing methane emissions. Deadline: November 30, 2020. https://www.nrcan.gc.ca/science-data/funding-partnerships/funding-opportunities/current-funding-opportunities/new-oil-gas-sector-emissions-red/emissions-reduction-fund-onshore-program/23050

Watershed Resiliency and Restoration Program enhances watershed resiliency to floods and droughts. Deadline: January 4, 2021. https://www.alberta.ca/watershed-resiliency-and-restoration-program.aspx

5. Export

Alberta Export Expansion Program. Funding to help export-ready companies and non-profit organizations enhance access to international markets and attract global buyers: https://www.alberta.ca/alberta-export-expansion-program.aspx

Apply online for up to $75,000 in CanExport SMEs funding to cover up to 75% of your international market development activities: https://www.tradecommissioner.gc.ca/funding-financement/canexport/sme-pme/index.aspx?lang=eng

The BDC Capital Women in Technology (WIT) Venture Fund investis in women-led technology companies and helping to build a robust ecosystem to support women in tech today and in the future. Deadline: Ongoing. https://www.bdc.ca/en/bdc-capital/venture-capital/strategic-approach/women-tech-fund

6. Indigenous

Rupertsland Institute (RLI) provides post-secondary financial aid to Métis students to reduce the overall cost of education and the financial burden it can have. Deadline: November 16, 2020. https://www.rupertsland.org/post-secondary-funding/

The Writers’ Guild of Alberta is happy to announce the launch of the 4th Annual Kemosa Scholarship for First Nations, Métis and Inuit Mothers Who Write! Deadline: December 18, 2020. https://writersguild.ca/4th-annual-kemosa-scholarship-now-open-for-submissions/

Aboriginal Entrepreneurship Program: Access to Capital promotes entrepreneurship in Indigenous communities and seeks to increase the number of viable Indigenous-owned businesses. Deadline: Ongoing: https://www.aadnc-aandc.gc.ca/eng/1375201178602/1375202816581

The Climate Adaptation Program will help Alberta municipalities and Indigenous communities better understand, cope, manage, and adjust to changing climatic conditions. Deadline: Ongoing. https://mccac.ca/programs/climate-adaptation-program/

7. Municipalities

The Municipal Energy Champions Program helps small municipalities manage energy use and offers free support for municipalities interested in nominating staff members to become energy champions. Deadline: December 18, 2020. https://mccac.ca/advisory-services/municipal-energy-champions/

Save money by reducing energy use and greenhouse gas emissions from your municipality’s recreation facilities through the Recreation Energy Conservation Program. Deadline: Ongoing. https://mccac.ca/programs/recreation-energy-conservation-program/

The Climate Adaptation Program will help Alberta municipalities and Indigenous communities better understand, cope, manage, and adjust to changing climatic conditions. Deadline: Ongoing. https://mccac.ca/programs/climate-adaptation-program/

8. Non-Profit

Dementia Community Investment is to support advanced, community-based projects with a special focus on the current COVID-19 context for PLWD and family/friend caregivers. Deadline: November 3, 2020. https://www.canada.ca/en/public-health/services/funding-opportunities/grant-contribution-funding-opportunities/dementia-community-investment-fall-2020.html

Organizations can apply for funding for projects that enhance community mental health and addiction recovery through the Mental Health and Addiction COVID-19 Community Funding grant- Third Call of Proposals. Deadline: November 2020. https://www.alberta.ca/mental-health-and-addiction-covid-19-community-funding-grant.aspx

Syncrude Community Investment Program is proud to support organizations and endeavors in the Regional Municipality of Wood Buffalo and select initiatives in Northern Alberta that focus on Community, Education, Health Safety & Environment and Indigenous. Deadline: Ongoing. https://www.syncrude.ca/community/community-investment/

CNOOC International’s Community Investment program helps strengthen the communities where we live and work.. Deadline: Ongoing. https://cnoocinternational.com/en/related-content/community-investment/applying-for-funding

9. Post Secondary | Varies

UPDATE: The Canada Research Continuity Emergency Fund (CRCEF) has extended the application deadlines for both Stages 3 and 4 to support universities and health research institution affected by COVID-19. Deadline: November 30, 2020 (Stage3); December 15, 2020 (Stage4). https://www.sshrc-crsh.gc.ca/funding-financement/crcef-fucrc/index-eng.aspx

The Alliance literature was recently updated on October 28, 2020. It aims to streamline and clarify various points, as well as to provide access to additional resources based on feedback and questions from the community. Learn more: https://www.nserc-crsng.gc.ca/OnlineServices-ServicesEnLigne/instructions/101/alliance_eng.asp

10. Technology | Varies

The Alberta Innovation Network is launching the Alberta GrowthX Program for technology and knowledge-based Alberta small and medium size enterprises with current sales looking to scale their growth. Deadline: November 10, 2020. https://albertainnovates.ca/programs/alberta-growthx-program/

ITEA offers the opportunity to submit research project proposals that fit in the domain of software innovation. Deadline: November 10, 2020. https://itea3.org/call-process.html

NATO Innovation Challenge is seeking innovative solutions that address how trust in autonomous systems can be established and strengthened. Deadline: November 17, 2020. https://www.innovationhub-act.org/challenge-intro

Find new ways to support our troops with your logistics solutions, new armour designs and visual and data security through the new Competitive Projects Challenges. Deadline: December 8, 2020. https://www.canada.ca/en/department-national-defence/programs/defence-ideas/current-opportunities.html

IDEaS is pleased to announce the re-launch of the the Corrosion Detection in Ships (CDIS) Sandbox. Deadline: Mid December 2020. https://www.canada.ca/en/department-national-defence/programs/defence-ideas/understanding-ideas/sandbox/corrosion-detection-in-ships.html

Alberta Petrochemicals Incentive Program: https://www.alberta.ca/alberta-petrochemicals-incentive-program.aspx

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