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Closed
Who runs it: Trade Commissioner Service
Who can get it: Indigenous-owned/led SMEs (not Indigenous-only). 3–500 FTE, $300K–$100M revenue
What it gives: Non-repayable, up to 50% of export costs
Amount: Amount not stated
Good to know: The 2026-27 intake is closed.
Official page ↗Last checked Oct 31, 2026
Open
Who runs it: Mitacs (non-profit, federally funded)
Who can get it: Indigenous-owned businesses, Indigenous governments, Indigenous-led non-profits, or Indigenous interns. R&D internship, min 4 months
What it gives: Internship cost share
Amount: Partner pays 25%; Mitacs funds up to 75%
Official page ↗Last checked Oct 31, 2026
Open
Who runs it: National Research Council Canada
Who can get it: Indigenous-owned/led SMEs (not Indigenous-only). Incorporated, for-profit, ≤500 employees, technology innovation
What it gives: Advisory + non-repayable funding
Amount: Amount not stated
Good to know: Open to all small businesses, including Indigenous-owned ones.
Official page ↗Last checked Oct 31, 2026