$55K Awarded to Three Canadian Startups at the Clean Tech Momentum Technology Pitch Competition
May 7, 2021- the second Momentum Technology pitch competition saw ten innovative Canadian technology startups in the Clean Tech sector pitch virtually to a panel of expert judges for a chance to take home one of three prizes totaling a combined $55,000 in cash and in-kind services. Launched in 2020 by a group of start-up […]
Momentum Technology Pitch Competition: Judge Spotlight
The Momentum Technology pitch competition was launched in 2020 by a group of angel investors, venture capitalists, and advisors to help connect investors and government with early-stage Canadian technology start-ups in emerging technology sectors. The second pitch competition will be held in May 2021 and will see ten innovative Canadian start-ups in Clean Tech pitch […]
Highlights of the 2021 Federal Budget
The 2021 federal budget has proposed several measures that impact small- to medium-sized business in Canada. To follow is a summary of key announcements. Extension of Canada Emergency Wage and Canada Emergency Rent Subsidies Budget 2021 proposes to extend the Canada Emergency Wage Subsidy, the Canada Emergency Rent Subsidy and the Lockdown Support until September […]
April 2021 Grant Round-Up
At NorthBridge, we keep up to date on all the most recent government funding updates, intake announcements and upcoming deadlines so you don’t have to. Each month, we provide a summary of the most important news in government funding. Get in touch today to learn more about each program and assess your eligibility. For: Alberta-based companies […]
March 2021 Government Funding Roundup
At NorthBridge, we keep up to date on all the most recent government funding updates, intake announcements and upcoming deadlines so you don’t have to. Each month, we provide a summary of the most important news in government funding. Get in touch today to learn more about each program and assess your eligibility. For: Quebec-based SMEs […]
February 2021 Government Funding Roundup
At NorthBridge, we keep up to date on all the most recent government funding updates, intake announcements and upcoming deadlines so you don’t have to. Each month, we provide a summary of the most important news in government funding. Get in touch today to learn more about each program and assess your eligibility. For: Collaborative […]
January 2021 Government Funding Roundup
For: Canadian companies involved in large-scale, transformative, and collaborative projects concerning decarbonization Strategic Innovation Fund – Net Zero Accelerator On December 17, 2020, the Government of Canada announced a new initiative to support rapid decarbonization in Canada via a $3B investment over five years in the Strategic Innovation Fund – Net Zero Accelerator. The program […]
Alberta’s Proposed Innovation Employment Grant
The province of Alberta has proposed to make its province more attractive for small- and medium-sized technology businesses through the launch of its new Innovation Employment Grant (IEG). The program is currently under development and is expected to launch January 1, 2021, as part of Alberta’s Recovery Plan. The IEG will offer reimbursement of 8% on […]
Momentum Technology Start-Up Pitch Competition
Are you a technology start-up in Canada targeting the advanced manufacturing, energy, and mining sectors? We are a group of start-up angel investors, venture capitalists, and start-up advisors who are interested in hearing your pitch! [Read more] Target companies You should apply if: You are a Canadian incorporated start-up with a minimum-viable product You have […]
Canada Emergency Wage Subsidy and Its Impact on SR&ED Claims
The Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) has officially announced that the Canada Emergency Wage Subsidy (CEWS) and the 10% Temporary Wage Subsidy for Employers will be considered government assistance. Thus, assistance received under either wage subsidy will reduce the amount of expenses eligible for Scientific Research and Experimental Development (SR&ED) investment tax credits and film and […]