Ag Action Manitoba Capital Assets and Equipment Deadline: May 15, 2019

Ag Action Manitoba Capital Assets and Equipment Deadline: May 15, 2019

Ag Action Manitoba is a suite of government funding programs designed to support agricultural producers, processors, industry associations, and industry service providers. It offers multiple streams of Manitoba agriculture grants, including one specifically for Capital Assets and Equipment projects. This stream is ideal for agricultural processors and industry service providers such as food distributors and…

Manitoba Waste Reduction and Pollution Prevention Fund (WRAPP)

Manitoba Waste Reduction and Pollution Prevention Fund (WRAPP)

In recent years, the Government of Manitoba has been dedicated to identifying ways to improve the province’s waste disposal practices. According to Statistics Canada’s 2015 report, Manitoba produces an average of 1,026,522 tonnes of waste per year. Although actions have been taken to support waste management solutions, businesses and municipalities require the government’s support to…

Manitoba Commercialization Support for Business Program (CSBP) Eligibility

Manitoba Commercialization Support for Business Program (CSBP) Eligibility

Update: The Commercialization Support for Business Program (CSBP) is closed and no longer accepting applications. Please refer to the Innovation Growth Program for similar support. The Commercialization Support for Business Program (CSBP) provides Manitoba government grants to support innovative technology development projects. Business can use CSBP funding to offset product/process development and commercialization project costs,…

Manitoba Industrial Opportunities Program: Business Expansion Loans

Manitoba Industrial Opportunities Program: Business Expansion Loans

Manitoba’s diverse economy offers extensive opportunities for business growth. One of the reasons for this is that the Provincial Government of Manitoba encourages new, large-scale business investments with lucrative government grants and loans for businesses. This access to capital provides organizations a unique incentive for expanding their business in Manitoba. The Manitoba Industrial Opportunities Program…

Manitoba Commercialization Support for Business Program (CSBP)

Manitoba Commercialization Support for Business Program (CSBP)

Update: The Commercialization Support for Business Program (CSBP) is closed and no longer accepting applications. Please refer to the Innovation Growth Program for similar support. Manitoba small businesses occasionally face difficulties when commercializing innovative products or processes. Companies often lack the capital required develop products; and even once a working prototype is developed, finding customers…

Canada-Manitoba Job Grant: Training Grants to Enhance Your Workforce

Canada-Manitoba Job Grant: Training Grants to Enhance Your Workforce

The Canada-Manitoba Job Grant (CMJG) is a government grant designed to help businesses invest in employee training programs. Through Canadian government funding, employers will be able to reduce the cost of providing new and existing employees. When accessed on a regular basis, CMJG grants can help develop a more skilled and innovative workforce. CMJG provides…

Western Innovation Initiative (WINN) Canadian Tech Development Funding

Western Innovation Initiative (WINN) Canadian Tech Development Funding

Created in 2013, the five-year Western Innovation Initiative (WINN) will invest up to $100 million towards late-stage research and development projects conducted by businesses in western Canada. By commercializing new innovative products and processes, small and mid-sized businesses across western Canada will be able to expand and support employment opportunities. The Western Innovation Initiative provides…

Federal Government Invests in New Equipment to Ensure Quality & Safety of Manitoba Milk

Federal Government Invests in New Equipment to Ensure Quality & Safety of Manitoba Milk

On December 15, 2014, Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada (AAFC) announced a $397,000 investment to support the purchase of testing equipment for an accredited laboratory in Winnipeg, Manitoba called Horizon Lab Ltd. About Growing Forward 2 Funding Recipient, Horizon Lab Ltd. Horizon Lab is a subsidiary of Dairy Farmers of Manitoba (DFM), which provided an additional…

Feasibility Studies Program – Manitoba

The Feasibility Studies Program is a cost-shared study program for Manitoba companies only. There is financial assistance up to 50 percent of the cost to a maximum of $25 000. This incorporates the net sum of all government financial assistance received. This program is for applicants considering investing in a project that could result in…