Alberta Digital Traction Program

Alberta Digital Traction provides up to $50,000 for Alberta digital tech companies that have software development at the core of their product and/or service.

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Program at a Glance

Program Status: Active
Priority Area(s): Provides funding for Alberta digital tech companies developing software.

Eligibility

Program Status: Active
Alberta-based: Yes
Organization Type: Small to Medium Enterprise

Overview

The Alberta Digital Traction program supports digital tech companies with software development at the core, who are looking to increase their customers, increase revenue, and scale to a global marketplace.

We are looking for candidates who are in the process of validating their product or service in the market and are ready to attract investment.

This program provides up to $50,000 in non-dilutive funding, business coaching, and support to attain digital traction.

Open Intakes

Alberta Digital Traction - Continuous Intake

Due date: Continuous

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Eligibility

  • You are an Alberta digital tech company that relies on software development as core to one or more of your products and/or services.
  • You intend to rapidly scale your digital technology in one-to-two years.
  • You have fewer than 50 full-time employees and less than $1,000,000 in annual reoccurring revenue.
  • You have a minimum viable product to test.
  • Your digital technology offers a significant competitive advantage over existing solutions.
  • Be a for-profit Corporation, General Partnership, Limited Partnership or Limited Liability Partnership and registered in Alberta.
  • Companies must be Alberta-based with an Alberta footprint, which includes a significant physical and corporate operations in Alberta; appropriate Alberta ownership; and discernible intent that operational benefits will flow primarily within the Province of Alberta.

Consult the Program Guide to find a complete list of all eligibility requirements.

Eligible Project Expenses

Schedule C in the Investment Agreement Template outlines the eligible expenses for projects in the Alberta Digital Traction Program. Click here to view Schedule C in the Sample Investment Agreement Template.

How To Apply

  1. Does this program sound like it would be a good fit? The first step is to Connect With Us! One of our business experts will review your details and be in touch with next steps.

For current clients, access and submit application forms through SmartSimple, our online application portal, or connect with your Technology Development Advisor with any questions that you may have.

Any questions? Contact us at intake@albertainnovates.ca or 403-210-5229.

Evaluation Process

All applications are reviewed and evaluated to determine fit with the Alberta Digital Traction objectives and intended outcomes. Alberta Innovates’ staff and external expert reviewers are engaged to evaluate applications.

For more information, consult the Program Guide.

Support Resources

Open and Upcoming Intakes

Alberta Digital Traction - Continuous Intake

Alberta Digital Traction provides up to $50,000 for Alberta digital tech companies that have software development at the core of their product and/or service.

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