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TECTERRA – HIRE Program

This program provides funding for businesses that need to hire highly qualified personnel for development or commercialization purposes to help Canadian Geospatial technology companies achieve commercial success. The Focus is on projects that can create jobs, contribute to company growth, and diversify the economy.

What Is TECTERRA – HIRE Program?

The TECTERRA – HIRE Program offers financial assistance to small companies in Alberta that hire employees for geomatics technology development and commercialization. It aims to support these companies by providing funding for the first year of employment, reducing the onboarding risks and promoting economic value creation.

TECTERRA – HIRE Program Overview

The TECTERRA – HIRE Program is vital in supporting the growth of small companies in Alberta by providing financial assistance for new employee hiring. It enables these companies to overcome initial challenges and focus on innovation and the commercialization of geomatics technology. Additionally, the program contributes to the expansion of the talent pool in the geomatics sector, leading to increased innovation, competitiveness, and economic growth in Alberta. Overall, the TECTERRA – HIRE Program fosters a supportive environment for small geomatics companies, encourages job creation, and contributes to the long-term success of the industry in Alberta.

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How Much Funding?

First year of salary up to 50% to a maximum of $50,000

WHO QUALIFIES?

– For-profit
– Incorporated and operating in Alberta
– 1-50 full-time employees
– Annual sales revenue does not exceed $5M
– Primary business of the company is the development and commercialization of geomatics technology
– The highly qualified personnel being hired must be a net-new hire
– Hire must be a Canadian citizen or permanent resident

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Eligible Activities & Expenditures

Hiring highly qualified personnel for development or commercialization purposes

  • Salary of hired personnel
  • Moving costs

PROGRAM DEADLINE

Ongoing

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