Technology & Digital Business Grants
The UK offers extensive grant funding for technology and digital businesses. From Innovate UK's smart grants to regional digital transformation programmes, there are opportunities for tech startups, scale-ups, and established technology companies.
Innovation & R&D Grants
Innovate UK runs competitive grant programmes for innovative technology projects. Smart Grants fund game-changing innovations, while sector-specific competitions target areas like AI, quantum computing, and advanced manufacturing technology.
Digital Transformation Support
Grants are available to help businesses adopt digital technologies. Made Smarter supports manufacturers, while regional programmes help SMEs implement new software, e-commerce platforms, and digital processes.
Cybersecurity & Data
Dedicated funding exists for cybersecurity innovation and businesses working with data. DCMS and NCSC-backed programmes support the UK's cyber sector growth.
Canadian Technology Grants
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Saskatchewan Technology Start-Up Incentive
The Saskatchewan Technology Start-up Incentive is designed to encourage investment in the province's technology sector.
Regional Innovation Centres
Programming and services for innovation and technology companies in Ontario.
GreenSTEM
A pan-Alberta pilot to provide funding and support for technology company creation and high-tech entrepreneurial development.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Summer Company
Program for students that offers start‑up money and mentorship to launch a new summer business.
Futurpreneur Canada
Provides financing, mentoring and support tools for aspiring business owners aged 18‑39.
Black Entrepreneurship Startup Program
Provides startup loan financing and up to two years of mentorship for Black entrepreneurs.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Canadian technology grants