Saskatchewan Tech Incentive Application Window Closing Soon

Written By Hickey Team

Current round of Innovation Saskatchewan’s (IS) Made in Saskatchewan Technology (MIST) program closes on April 30th

Innovation Saskatchewan’s (IS) Made in Saskatchewan Technology (MIST) program is designed to foster partnerships for pilot projects between Saskatchewan tech startups and public sector entities.

The program aims to encourage innovative solutions to public sector challenges and to promote growth within the province's technology sector.

SNAPSHOT

  • Funding for tech start-ups to support pilot projects in Saskatchewan, Canada.

  • The program address challenges that eligible pilot partners encounter by developing and deploying innovative technological solutions.

  • Eligible companies having fewer than 50 employees, including full-time, part-time and contract workers.

  • MIST is open to applications until April 30th, 2025.

EVALUATION CRITERIA

  • Eligible tech startups must meet the following criteria to be considered for participation in the program:

    • Be based in Saskatchewan, as defined by meeting the following criteria:

      • Has a Saskatchewan head office address;

      • Registered to carry on business in the province; and,

      • At least 50% of its employees reside in the province.

    • Has fewer than 50 employees, including full-time, part-time and contract workers.

    • Reported annual recurring revenue of under $1M in the latest year-end financial statements.

    • Novel technology that is ready to implement or is close to commercialization (at least Technology Readiness Level 6).

    • Reasonable capacity to work with an enterprise-level customer (i.e., government).

APPLICATION TIMING WINDOWS

Saskatchewan MIST Key Application Dates

PROGRAM BENEFITS

  • Startups approved for the MIST program can receive a lifetime maximum of $30,000 to support pilot projects. The MIST grant must be matched 1:1 by the eligible project partner.

CONNECT WITH THE HICKEY’S CALIFORNIA INCENTIVES TEAM

  • The Hickey & Associates incentives team has extensive experience advising companies in the technology industry on financing and funding projects in Saskatchewan and across Western Canada. The next round for applications close on April 30th, 2025! Contact us for more specifics, including eligibility criteria, application details, and funding requirements.

  • If you’d like our support throughout the application process, we are here to help.

Hickey Team

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