Ignition Fund
This fund supports entrepreneurs with startup capital to launch a new innovative business or bring a new product to market. Successful applicants receive non-repayable seed funding to help turn high-potential ideas into tangible, revenue-generating ventures.
Eligible support may include:
• Product development, testing, and refinement
• Branding, market research, and go-to-market strategies
• Essential startup costs like incorporation, IP protection, and early capital needs
The Ignition Fund accelerates new ideas from concept to launch, creating economic impact and innovation across the region.
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Funding Amount
Up to $25,000 in funding
Eligible Applicants
Projects must be committed to establishing and operating on PEI
Eligible Purposes
Funding may be used to support the launch of innovative businesses or new product development, including:
• Consulting, legal, or incorporation services required to establish the business
• Product refinement, marketing materials, and market research
• IP registration, early-stage capital equipment, and business development costs
Additional expenses may be eligible if they align with the program’s objectives.
Deadline to Apply
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