BC Maritime Industries Infrastructure Modernization and Expansion Grant Program

The scope of the program is to align marine industry projects to both the StrongerBC Economic Plan, creating economic and environmental benefits of clean and inclusive growth, and the CleanBC Roadmap to 2030, meeting legislated emissions reduction targets.

The outcomes will greatly benefit marine industry organizations within British Columbia and are expected to:

• Modernize, scale and expand industrial maritime infrastructure in B.C.
• Attract new market demand and investment
• Establish B.C. as a leader in innovative and high-value maritime activity
• Stabilize and grow well-paying, high-quality and inclusive jobs
• Provide opportunity for high-value knowledge based clean made-in-BC technologies
• Contribute to a decrease of harmful air emissions

Eligible applicants must be for-profit organizations that:

• Operate in the ship and boat building, refit, repair and maintenance sector.
• Have been operating in B.C. for at least 24 months. 
• Have an existing footprint in the province of British Columbia.
• Can demonstrate being a viable operation through positive cash flow or have net positive assets.
• Are not currently preparing the business for closure, dissolution, bankruptcy or sale.

Please note:

• Not-for-profit organizations are not eligible. 
• Organizations can apply individually, or in collaboration with other eligible applicants, if the primary applicant is an eligible entity.​​​​​​

There are two different streams which provide different levels of funding for projects:

Stream 1 - Smaller Capital Projects

• 50% of capital costs up to $500,000
• Equipment and facility modernization support for boat and shipyards OR new small vessel construction infrastructure 

Stream 2 - Larger Capital Projects

• 25% of capital costs up to $5 million
• Dry dock and wharfage expansion for boat and ship overhaul, refit, maintenance and repair infrastructure

The intent is to have three funding rounds, provided that funding remains available after each round.  The initial round starts on July 31, 2023 and is outlined below.

Each funding round of the Program follows a two-step application process.

Step 1 - Expression of Interest (EOI)

• To be completed through an online portal which opens July 31.
• Company information and a high-level project overview will be entered here.
• This step should take approximately 20 minutes to complete.
• Companies will receive feedback within 10 days and successful EOI applicants can immediately begin Step 2.

Step 2 - Full Proposal (FP)

• Detail on the proposed project will be submitted here.
• We are available to provide support with your FP should you require it. 
• Deadline for submitting completed FPs is Friday, September 29, 2023.

Companies will be notified as to the funding decision on Friday, October 20, 2023.

For more information on eligibility, timelines and the application process download our Program Guide here: Program Guide.

Discover the BC Maritime Industries Infrastructure Modernization and Expansion Grant Program in our exclusive, free webinar. Learn about eligibility, application process, and funding opportunities. This is a live webinar and questions will be taken from attendees. 

Date: August 15, 2023    Time: 14:00 - 15:30 PDT

Plan to attend and register now. 

Registration Closed

• We will start accepting Expressions of Interest (EOIs) from July 31, 2023.
• The deadline to receive Full Proposal (FP) is Sept 29, 2023.
• To ensure maximum time for completing the FP, it is strongly recommended to submit the EOI as soon as the application window opens. 
• Please note the deadline for submission will not be extended. 

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Interested in the Grant Program? The place to start is completing the EOI which is now open.  We’re here to help so email us with your questions.

• Email: grants@abcmi.ca
• Phone: +1-250-889-9181