How do medical device companies get grant funding?

Medical device companies can access Innovate UK Biomedical competitions, SBRI Healthcare, and regional life sciences programmes. The development stage and regulatory pathway affect suitable funding routes.

Are there grants for health tech startups?

Yes, health tech startups can access NHS innovation programmes, Innovate UK funding, and regional accelerators. Many areas have dedicated digital health support programmes.

What funding exists for clinical trials?

Clinical trial funding comes from NIHR, MRC, charity funders, and Innovate UK. The pathway depends on the trial phase, indication, and commercial model.

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Alberta Innovates

Accelerating Innovations into CarE (AICE)

The Accelerating Innovations into CarE (AICE) program provides staged, non‑dilutive funding and advisory support to Alberta‑based small‑ and medium‑sized health technology enterprises to generate the scientific and clinical evidence needed for commercialization.

Up to $300,000 for the Validate stream; up to $600,000 for the Market Access stream (minimum 25% applicant contribution)AlbertaInvalid Date

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Trade Commissioner Service (Government of Canada)

CanExport SMEs

The CanExport SMEs program provides competitive funding to help eligible Canadian small and medium-sized enterprises expand into new international markets by sharing the costs of export‑related activities.

$50,000Canada Wide31 Aug 2026

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Prairies Economic Development Canada (PrairiesCan)

Regional Tariff Response Initiative (RTRI) - Saskatchewan

Federal funding from Prairies Economic Development Canada (PrairiesCan) for businesses in Saskatchewan hit by tariffs. Two streams: liquidity support for up to 12 months, and funding for pivot projects that help a business adapt, with repayable funding available for larger transformative projects.

Up to $3M non-repayable per business (liquidity up to $2M, pivot projects up to $1M, both up to 50% of costs); repayable funding above $1M for larger projectsSaskatchewan31 Dec 2028

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Prairies Economic Development Canada (PrairiesCan)

Regional Tariff Response Initiative (RTRI) - Manitoba

Federal funding from Prairies Economic Development Canada (PrairiesCan) for businesses in Manitoba hit by tariffs. Two streams: liquidity support for up to 12 months, and funding for pivot projects that help a business adapt, with repayable funding available for larger transformative projects.

Up to $3M non-repayable per business (liquidity up to $2M, pivot projects up to $1M, both up to 50% of costs); repayable funding above $1M for larger projectsManitoba31 Dec 2028

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Prairies Economic Development Canada (PrairiesCan)

Regional Tariff Response Initiative (RTRI) - Alberta

Federal funding from Prairies Economic Development Canada (PrairiesCan) for businesses in Alberta hit by tariffs. Two streams: liquidity support for up to 12 months, and funding for pivot projects that help a business adapt, with repayable funding available for larger transformative projects.

Up to $3M non-repayable per business (liquidity up to $2M, pivot projects up to $1M, both up to 50% of costs); repayable funding above $1M for larger projectsAlberta31 Dec 2028

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Government of Canada

Regional Tariff Response Initiative (RTRI) - southern Ontario

Federal funding from FedDev Ontario for southern Ontario businesses hit by tariffs. Two streams: liquidity support for up to 12 months, and funding for pivot projects that help a business adapt, with repayable funding available for larger transformative projects.

Up to $3M non-repayable per business (liquidity up to $2M, pivot projects up to $1M, both up to 50% of costs); repayable funding above $1M for larger projectsOntarioRolling

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Government of Saskatchewan

Targeted Mineral Exploration Incentive

The Targeted Mineral Exploration Incentive offers mineral exploration companies financial assistance to undertake drilling in an area of high potential for base metals, precious metals and diamonds.

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Government of Ontario

Summer Company

Program for students that offers start‑up money and mentorship to launch a new summer business.

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Futurpreneur Canada

Provides financing, mentoring and support tools for aspiring business owners aged 18‑39.

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Futurpreneur Canada

Black Entrepreneurship Startup Program

Provides startup loan financing and up to two years of mentorship for Black entrepreneurs.

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Waubetek

Provides programs and services for Aboriginal entrepreneurs, First Nation communities and organizations through commercial financing and economic development initiatives.

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Nishnawbe Aski Development Fund

Provides financing, business support, community planning and training for Aboriginal businesses and economic development.

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All SectorsBusiness Support

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