Small Business Venture Capital Tax Credit

Tax credits for Manitoba SMEs
  • Government of Manitoba
Overview of the Small Business Venture Capital Tax Credit program:

The Small Business Venture Capital Tax Credit (SBVCTC) program offered by the Government of Manitoba is designed to encourage private investment in small businesses within the province. The program provides a tax credit to individuals and corporations who invest in eligible small businesses, thereby supporting the growth and development of Manitoba’s entrepreneurial ecosystem.

Benefits of the Small Business Venture Capital Tax Credit program:
  • Up to 45% in tax credits to individuals and corporations who acquire equity capital in eligible Manitoba enterprises.
Eligibility criteria of the Small Business Venture Capital Tax Credit program:
  • Privately Held Small Businesses:
  • The business must be privately owned and operated, not publicly traded on any stock exchange.
  • Manitoba-Based Businesses:
  • The business must be headquartered in Manitoba and conduct the majority of its business activities within the province.
  • Growth-Oriented Companies:
  • Eligible businesses are generally those focused on growth and expansion. This includes companies looking to scale their operations, enter new markets, or develop new products or services.
  • Fewer than 100 Employees:
  • The business must have fewer than 100 full-time employees at the time of application.
  • Sectors Commonly Eligible:
  • While the program is open to various sectors, businesses in the following areas are often eligible:
  • Technology and Innovation
  • Manufacturing and Industrial
  • Agriculture and Agri-Food
  • Renewable Energy and Clean Tech
  • Life Sciences and Health
  • Consumer Products and Services
Request Funding Information

Related Funding Opportunities

Explore similar funding opportunities that match your goals.

DELIA fundOPEN
  • NCFDC
Expansion Loans - WeMBOPEN
  • Wabasca Entrepreneurial & Marketing Board (WEMB)
Business FinancingOPEN
  • First West Capital

Other Grants and Funding by Region

Materials for Clean Fuels Challenge programOPEN
  • National Research Council Canada
Surety Bond InsuranceOPEN
  • Export Development Canada
Supporting Black Canadian Communities (SBCC) (Capacity Capital Assistance)OPEN
  • Employment and Social Development Canada (ESDC)
Women in TradeOPEN
  • Export Development Canada (EDC)
Contract Frustration InsuranceOPEN
  • Export Development Canada
Unlimited Line of Credit: Cash for ReceivablesOPEN
  • Commercial Funding Group Inc.
General LoansOPEN
  • Two Rivers Community Development Centre

More Grants and Funding by Industry

Canada Digital Grant OPEN
  • Canada Digital Grant
business transformationOPEN
  • GO Productivity
Regimen PartnersOPEN
  • Regimen Partners
Celtic House Venture PartnersOPEN
  • Celtic House Venture Partners
#GreenMyCity GrantOPEN
  • Green Cities Foundation
iNovia CapitalOPEN
  • iNovia Capital
Business Plan AssistanceOPEN
  • First Peoples Economic Growth Fund
Home Energy Efficiency LoanOPEN
  • Manitoba Hydro
Awesome Foundation Grant OPEN
  • The Awesome Foundation Grant
Highland West CapitalOPEN
  • Highland West Capital