Alberta Innovates — Voucher Program

For Alberta-based tech and innovation companies that have moved beyond early experimentation and are ready to push a product toward market, the Alberta Innovates Voucher Program can help bridge that gap. This program is designed for businesses working with promising technologies that already show a clear use case and market potential but need targeted expertise to reach commercialization. By supporting collaborations with external partners, the program helps reduce the cost and risk of taking that next critical step.

Through the Voucher Program, eligible small and medium-sized businesses can access non-repayable funding of up to about $100,000 to engage specialized service providers. These partners may support activities such as technology development, product validation, business strategy, or other commercialization-focused work tied to mid- to late-stage innovation. The program is commonly used by companies in information technology, clean technology, life sciences, manufacturing, and other innovation-driven sectors that need focused, short-term support to accelerate progress.

Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis, and projects are reviewed to ensure they align with Alberta Innovates’ objectives of driving economic and innovation impact within the province. For Alberta entrepreneurs exploring how strategic partnerships and targeted funding could help move their technology closer to market, taking a deeper look at the Voucher Program details can clarify whether it fits their growth plans.