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Web Presence Assistance

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Amount:

No Fixed Amount

Type of Program:

Grants

Description:

The Web Presence Assistance is a non-repayable contribution provided to Prince Edward Island businesses and local not-for-profits to assist them in establishing a presence on the Internet or to upgrade an existing website to include e-commerce. The purpose of this assistance is to help Island businesses and not-for-profits increase business by creating a website to establish online visibility and reach.

Comments on Funding:

Web Presence Assistance has two tiers.
Innovation PEI’s contribution is limited to 50 per cent of the eligible cost to a maximum contribution of:

  1. 1
    $1000 for Tier 1 (a non-e-commerce site, for a business that does not have an existing website),
  2. 2
    $2500 for Tier 2 (an e-commerce site, for a business that does not have an existing website or has a website that does not include e-commerce).

The combined project funding from all non-repayable government sources cannot exceed 75% of eligible costs.

When It Ends:

Ongoing

Deadline:

Rolling deadline

Eligibility:

The applicant must:

  • be a Prince Edward Island business or not-for-profit organization,
  • not have received in the prior two years funding from Innovation PEI to support website development, through either the Web Presence Assistance or Covid-19 Business Adaptation Advice Program,
  • not have a defaulted outstanding debt obligation on file in the Province’s Central Default Registry,
  • not have a web presence, or
  • be upgrading an existing website to add e-commerce for the first time, 

Application Steps:

1

should discuss their requirements with an Innovation PEI representative to determine if their activity could be considered for this assistance,

2

must submit the online application before any financial or legal commitment is made on the project

Documentation Needed: 

The applicant must submit:

  • a completed application form including a clear description of their project and how it will help the business,
  • an electronic or scanned copy of a written quote from a web developer outlining services to be provided,
  • HST number, if applicable.
  • a detailed listing of the expenses that will be incurred, if the applicant is creating the site rather than hiring an arm’s length web developer.

Other Things to Note:

No other details available.

Program Contact:

Web Presence Assistance

Façade Improvement Program

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Amount:

$3,000.00

Type of Program:

Grants

Description:

The Façade Improvement Program provides funding to improve the overall attractiveness of the City of Miramichi’s Business Improvement Areas as a shopping and business destination and to assist in attracting and retaining tenants in the Downtowns by providing assistance to commercial property owners within the BIA’s to address issues relating to building facades in the designated area.

Comments on Funding:

The funding is up to 50% of the total improvement costs up to a maximum of $3,000. 

When It Ends:

Ongoing

Deadline:

Rolling Deadline

Eligibility:

The applicant must:

  • The applicant must be the commercial property owner.

Application Steps:

1

contact the City of Miramichi, Department of Economic Development & Tourism to discuss the program and determine pre-eligibility, 

2

complete a signed Application form provided by the Department including all necessary supporting documentation as required on the application. 

Documentation Needed: 

Applicants must submit:

  1. 1
    the completed application form,
  2. 2
    a complete project description,
  3. 3
    a detailed project budget,
  4. 4
    contractor quotes,
  5. 5
    detailed plans (site plan, floor plans, façade details, etc.),
  6. 6
    pictures,
  7. 7
    planning permit (if required),
  8. 8
    copy of most recent property assessment notice from service NB,
  9. 9
    construction schedule (start and finish date),

Other Things to Note:

Grants will be available until the budgeted amount of this program has been depleted for any calendar year.

Program Contact:

City of Miramichi - Municipal Grants

Development-Incentive-E.pdf

Energy Rebates

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Amount:

No Fixed Amount

Type of Program:

Rebate

Description:

Efficiency Nova Scotia provides energy rebates to businesses that choose energy efficient product solutions that can help them save energy, and the environment. The rebates make it more affordable to integrate these products into the business. 

Comments on Funding:

Energy rebates apply to upgrade projects or specific items. Small Businesses may receive a free energy assessment, rebates of up to 80% on upgrade projects, and 24-months interest free financing. Maximum payment will not exceed 60% of the equipment purchase price. 

Potential Rebate examples:

  • for energy efficient lighting upgrades, the potential rebate ranges from $3 to $500,
  • for products like air and ground source heat pumps, HVAC sensors the potential rebate ranges from $50 to $800,
  • for kitchen equipment the potential rebate is $2,000.

When It Ends:

Ongoing

Deadline:

Rolling Deadline

Eligibility:

Applicants must:

  • buy new equipment only, 
  • install products that reduce electrical consumption in a non-residential building serviced by a Nova Scotia electric utility,
  • be all types of businesses, including small businesses, operating in a variety of sectors, like manufacturing, hospitality, agriculture, retail and others.

Application Steps:

Applicants must:

1

complete the contact form to help Efficiency Nova Scotia better understand their business and provide them with the best solutions, complete the contact form,

2

describe their next project, or give some details about what they’re looking to achieve,

3

receive Efficiency Nova Scotia's pre-approval prior to purchase and installation, in order to eligible for rebates and financing options,

4

certify that all equipment for which they are requesting a rebate has been installed within the last 90 days

Documentation Needed:

  1. 1
    commercial product rebate application,
  2. 2
    applicable worksheets,
  3. 3
    detailed quote,
  4. 4
    final detailed invoice with proof of purchase,
  5. 5
    proof of purchase from the distributor or retailer along with the contractors invoice on the eligible products that were approved by Efficiency Nova Scotia,
  6. 6
    project completion form,
  7. 7
    a copy of an electric bill showing the Nova Scotia Rate Code and other information deemed necessary by Efficiency Nova Scotia to adequately review the rebate request.

Other Things to Note:

The Average Small Business Rebate was $5014.75.

Program Contact:

Business Types - Efficiency Nova Scotia

Heating - Efficiency Nova Scotia

Small Business - Efficiency Nova Scotia

TERMS AND CONDITIONS BEFORE PURCHASE APPLICATION

Commercial Buildings Retrofit Program

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Amount:

$1,000,000.00

Type of Program:

Grants

Description:

The Commercial Buildings Retrofit Program provides financial incentives to New Brunswick owners and operators of commercial buildings to reduce energy consumption, increase competitiveness, and create healthier, safer, and more comfortable workspaces for both their teams and customers. Funding can be used for an energy audit of the building and for an efficiency retrofitting project.

Comments on Funding:

Funding is up to $8,000 towards an energy audit of your building, and up to $1,100,000 towards an efficiency retrofitting project.

When It Ends:

Ongoing

Deadline:

December 31, 2023

Eligibility:

The following types of buildings are eligible:

  • commercial or institutional buildings such as, but not limited to: agricultural buildings, arenas, grocery stores, health care facilities, hotels, institutional buildings (colleges, hospitals, schools, universities, nursing homes), provincial buildings, office buildings, places of worship, recreational facilities, restaurants, retail buildings, stand-alone warehouses, water and wastewater treatment plants and pumping stations.
  • municipally owned buildings,
  • multi-unit residential buildings that have 3 or more units,
  • mixed-use commercial/residential buildings, including houses that have been modified for commercial use,
  •  Multi-building/national accounts.

Application Steps:

The applicant (the owner or operator of a commercial building) must:

1

contact an approved Energy Management Service Provider (EMSP) or Specialized Service Provider (SSP) to schedule an energy audit. The EMSP will perform the audit, discuss potential projects, prepare an audit report and submit an application on the applicant's behalf to NB Power. The Commercial Buildings Retrofit Program documents will be sent by email to the Participant once NB Power receives the program application.

2

return to NB Power the signed Program Agreement. The EMSP will submit proof of payment for the energy audit and the applicant will be issued the audit incentive payment within 60 days. 

3

submit his Statement of Work to NB Power, once he receives the audit report. 

4

wait for the approval letter to get started and proceed with implementing the recommendations.

5

request the incentive payment.

Documentation Needed: 

The applicant must submit:

  • the signed Program Agreement,
  • the Audit Report which provides detailed information on potential energy efficiency projects along with their estimated costs, energy savings, and an estimate of the time it will take for the investment to be paid back as a result of energy savings,
  • the Statement of Work which documents the efficiency projects the applicant intends to implement,
  • the Request for Payment form along with copies of invoices, receipts, etc.

Other Things to Note:

The Commercial Building Retrofit Program has funding available for both electric and non-electric saving opportunities. Non-electric funding will expire on December 21, 2023

Version 6.1, August 2022 - Source 1

Program Contact:

Commercial Buildings Retrofit Program

commercial-buildings-retrofit-program-guide.pdf

Scaled Tax Program

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Amount:

No Fixed Amount

Type of Program:

Tax Credit

Description:

The Scaled Taxation Program provides new businesses with financial incentives to establish roots in Mount Pearl. 

Comments on Funding:

Funding will be in the form of a 4-year scaled tax break based on the assessed business tax value of the proposed company. The city will award up to $5,000 per year to each approved applicant in the form of annual tax incentives. The tax incentive will be distributed as follows:

  1. 1
    Year 1: the business pays 20% and the city provides 80%;
  2. 2
    Year 2: the business pays 40% and the city provides 60%;
  3. 3
    Year 3: the business pays 60% and the city provides 40%;
  4. 4
    Year 4: the business pays 80% and the city provides 20%;
  5. 5
    Year 5: the business pays 100% and the city provides 0%.

When It Ends:

Ongoing

Deadline:

Rolling deadline

Eligibility:

The applicants must be businesses who:

  • operate a business in either the Craft, Retail, or Technology industry sectors (other sectors may be approved at City Council’s discretion if the business can demonstrate a viable economic impact on the community);
  • have submitted a new business application or occupancy permit with the City of Mount Pearl and have no other locations or franchisers;
  • have no outstanding debts to the City;
  • are within 3 years of business incorporation;
  • are registered businesses with Service NL (or in application process) and with the Government of Canada.

Application Steps:

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Applicants must submit the application form in an envelope clearly marked, or as a PDF attachment via email with the subject line, “Scaled Taxation Program Application”. Applications can be dropped off in person, by mail, or emailed to:
The City of Mount Pearl
3 Centennial Street
Mount Pearl, NL A1N 1G4
Attention: Jeremy Schwartz, Marketing and Economic Development Officer
Email: jschwartz@mountpearl.ca

Documentation Needed: 

Applicants must submit:

  1. 1
    proof of registration with Service NL (or proof of application);
  2. 2
    proof of registration with the Government of Canada;
  3. 3
    a business plan or expansion outlook that provides an overview of growth plans;
  4. 4
    a job outlook that identifies the number of jobs the organization will create over the next 3-5 years;
  5. 5
    an outline of the economic viability of the project and the benefits it will provide to the community.

Program Contact:

Incentive Programs | Mount Pearl