Alberta Innovates — Product Demonstration Program

For Alberta technology companies that have moved beyond development and are ready to prove their solution in the real world, securing the right demonstration opportunity can be a turning point. The Alberta Innovates — Product Demonstration Program is built for businesses that need support to validate their technology with a real customer, partner, or market-facing pilot before scaling commercially. Rather than funding early R&D, this program focuses on helping companies show that their product works technically and delivers clear business value.

Through this initiative, Alberta Innovates supports collaborations between an Alberta-based tech business and a strategic partner such as a first customer, distributor, or influential industry player. Funding of up to around $150,000 is available on a non-repayable basis to offset the costs of running a pilot project or demonstration that strengthens market positioning. The program is especially relevant for companies aiming to accelerate revenue, reduce commercialization risk, or open doors to national and global markets across sectors like clean technology, health and life sciences, energy, data-driven technologies, and other emerging fields.

Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis and are assessed on both the strength of the technology and the commercial opportunity it represents for Alberta. For business owners considering a product demonstration as their next growth step, reviewing the full program details can help clarify whether this funding aligns with your commercialization plans.