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R&D and innovation funding in Manitoba

Research, development, prototyping and commercialisation programs available in Manitoba, federal and provincial, with an honest label on which are grants and which are repayable.

Every federal program applies in Manitoba, and we track its main provincial programs. We are still deepening local coverage here, so treat this as a strong starting point rather than an exhaustive list, and always confirm on the official page.

17 programs on this list

Each with its official source and last-verified date

ActiveFederalLoan

AgriInnovate Program

Government of Canada

For-profit businesses receive repayable contributions to commercialize, demonstrate, or adopt innovative technologies and processes. The program runs until March 31, 2028, and is currently closed to applications.

Value

Up to $5,000,000

Deadline

Mar 31, 2028

ActiveFederalGrant

Industry, government, and academia partnerships receive funding and support for pre-commercial science activities and research benefiting the agriculture and agri-food sector. Support includes non-repayable contributions and collaborative research assistance from Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada scientists.

Value

Up to $5,000,000

Deadline

Not stated

ActiveFederalGrant

Industry organizations and researchers receive funding and support for pre-commercial applied science and research and development activities in the Canadian agriculture and agri-food sector. The program provides up to $5 million per project and $10 million per applicant until March 31, 2028.

Value

The official page does not state a per-applicant amount.

Deadline

Not stated

ActiveFederalGrant

Canadian researchers receive access to digital tools, advanced computing capacity, high-speed networking, and data services. Eligible organizations receive funding to advance national digital research infrastructure activities and expand computing capacity.

Value

The official page does not state a per-applicant amount.

Intake

Ongoing

ActiveFederalService

ElevateIP

Government of Canada

Canadian innovators and small and medium-sized enterprises receive tools and expertise to understand, manage, and leverage intellectual property. Not-for-profit business and innovation organizations deliver education, strategy development, and implementation resources.

Value

Support, not a payment

Deadline

Not stated

Needs verificationFederalService

Agri-food companies get access to food processing equipment, multi-functional pilot plants, laboratories, and experienced technologists for research and testing needs. Clients lease these facilities and receive direct support services to foster food innovation.

Value

Support, not a payment

Deadline

Not stated

ActiveManitobaTax credit

Key Federal Tax Incentives

Government of Manitoba

Canadian businesses of all sizes receive tax incentives to conduct research and development in Canada through the Scientific Research and Experimental Development Program. Qualified corporations producing Canadian film or video productions receive a tax credit.

Value

Depends on your return

Deadline

Not stated

ActiveManitobaTax credit

Taxable Canadian corporations receive a refundable tax credit on qualified labour, marketing, and distribution expenses incurred in developing eligible interactive digital media products. Companies must maintain a permanent establishment in Manitoba and apply for a Certificate of Eligibility before project work begins.

Value

Depends on your return

Deadline

Not stated

ActiveFederalGrant

Advisory services and cost-shared funding for small and medium businesses developing new technology, delivered through a network of Industrial Technology Advisors.

Value

Amount on official page

Intake

Ongoing

ActiveFederalService

Patent Collective Program

Government of Canada

Small and medium-sized enterprises receive intellectual property services to help them navigate patent landscapes and protect their innovations. The Innovation Asset Collective administers these resources to support business growth.

Value

The official page does not state a per-applicant amount.

Deadline

Not stated

Needs verificationFederalGrant

Businesses in the Prairie provinces get funding to bring new artificial intelligence technologies to market and speed up AI adoption in critical sectors. PrairiesCan accepts applications on a continuous basis until December 31, 2028.

Value

The official page does not state a per-applicant amount.

Deadline

Dec 31, 2028

Needs verificationFederalGrant

Not-for-profit organizations providing support to innovative businesses receive investments for projects that create a stronger, inclusive economy. Eligible organizations also get help connecting with key players and finding other sources of funding and expertise.

Value

Amount on official page

Deadline

Not stated

ActiveFederalLoan

Incorporated businesses and not-for-profit organizations in Alberta receive funding to advance and commercialize quantum products and solutions. Recipients use the support for activities including technology commercialization, business scale-up, and ecosystem capacity building.

Value

Repayable, amount set on approval

Intake

Ongoing

ActiveFederalGrant

Strategic Science Fund

Government of Canada

Canadian not-for-profit science and research organizations receive funding through a competitive process. This support helps eligible organizations conduct research and innovation that affects Canadians.

Value

Amount on official page

Deadline

Not stated

ActiveFederalGrant

Talent Innovation Canada

Government of Canada

Ambitious, high-growth Canadian firms get top graduate talent embedded to develop new technologies in four priority sectors. Talent Innovation Canada receives funding to attract, train, and place qualified research personnel with these companies.

Value

The official page does not state a per-applicant amount.

Deadline

Not stated

Related

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