Administered by Provincial and territorial governments · Last verified: July 2026
Federal funding for high-growth businesses in Manitoba, Saskatchewan, and Alberta. Helps SMBs scale operations, adopt technology, and expand into new markets.
Review times vary by program, from a few weeks to a few months, so check the official page for its timeline. Grant money is usually paid after you sign a funding agreement, and cost-shared programs often reimburse you once you send proof of what you spent.
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Check my eligibilityPrairiesCan Business Scale-up and Productivity is generally open to incorporated businesses, in Manitoba, Saskatchewan, Alberta. Confirm the full criteria on the official program page before applying.
The estimated value is Up to $5,000,000 in interest-free funding. The actual amount depends on your eligible costs, the program's budget, and approval.
1. Contact PrairiesCan in your province 2. Develop scale-up plan with advisor 3. Submit application 4. Receive repayable contribution (interest-free)
Intake-based; not always open (check current status).