Government Grant

Economic Development Initiative (EDI)

The Economic Development Initiative (EDI) provides financial support to economic development projects that encourage economic diversification, business development, innovation, partnerships and increased support for small- and medium-sized enterprises in Official Language Minority Communities (OLMCs).

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  • Western Economic Diversification
  • All levels
  • Last updated 3 years ago
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Description
The Economic Development Initiative (EDI) provides financial support to economic development projects that encourage economic diversification, business development, innovation, partnerships and increased support for small- and medium-sized enterprises in Official Language Minority Communities (OLMCs).

  • WD will invest $3.2 million through the EDI over five years for projects that contribute to the development of capacities, new expertise, and partnerships leading to the economic development of businesses and communities, and the sustainable growth of Western Canada’s francophone communities.