PrairiesCan Regional Innovation Ecosystem (RIE) Program
Federal grants to Manitoba not-for-profits supporting innovation, business development, and ecosystem-building activities.
About this program
The PrairiesCan Regional Innovation Ecosystem (RIE) program invests in not-for-profit organizations that support innovation, business development, and ecosystem-building activities in Manitoba and across the Prairies. RIE-funded organizations include accelerators, incubators, technology hubs, industry associations, post-secondary institutions, and economic development bodies delivering programs to entrepreneurs and businesses. RIE supports Manitoba ecosystem players including Manitoba Technology Accelerator, North Forge Technology Exchange, and similar organizations that strengthen the province's innovation landscape.
Eligibility
Not-for-profit organizations including incubators, accelerators, technology hubs, industry associations, post-secondary institutions, and economic development organizations serving Manitoba (or other Prairie) innovation ecosystems.
Requirements
- Not-for-profit organization status
- Manitoba (or Prairie) operations or Prairie economic benefit
- Project supporting business development or innovation