How do I apply for Equity Investors Incentive?

Visit Government of Prince Edward Island, Innovation PEI's website for application instructions.

Who administers Equity Investors Incentive?

This program is administered by Government of Prince Edward Island, Innovation PEI.

Are there similar programs to Equity Investors Incentive?

Yes! Canada Grants Database has similar programs in the Business Financing & Capital category. Browse our database to find more options that match your needs.

How can I improve my chances of getting approved for Equity Investors Incentive?

Our detailed breakdown covers step-by-step application instructions, required document checklists, and eligible expense breakdowns so you know exactly what to prepare before applying.

Equity Investors Incentive

Government of Prince Edward Island, Innovation PEI

💰 Business Financing & Capital🗺️ Provincial🏪 Small Business📈 Growth🚀 Scale-Up

Funds for PEI businesses to attract investors

Funding

Contact for details

Deadline

See website

Status

Accepting Applications

What Is This Program?

Grow your business by offering potential private-sector investors a 20% direct rebate, to a maximum of $200,000, on the purchase price of their equity investment in your company.

🏆 Detailed Application Guide

Preview of what's included with full access:

📋What Are the Application Steps & Timeline?

📝Steps to Apply: Create an account and submit your profile to the Expression of Interest system.
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🌐Application Portal: https://www.princeedwardisland.ca/en/service/submit-your-expression-of-interest-profile
📤Submission Method: online
📅Key Dates: 30 calendar days from ITASubmission deadline after ITA
November 1, 2025Effective date of new submission window
🔄Intake Type: fixed-deadline

📄What Documents Are Required?

✅Required Documents: copy of the investee company's financial statements for its last taxation year
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📐Format Requirements: PDF only, max 10MB
📥Templates Available: Report of Share Sale and Purchase for Equity Investors Incentive
✉️Supporting Letters: A copy of the opinion from a person entitled to practice law in Prince Edward Island confirming compliance with securities legislation

💰What Expenses Are Eligible?

🤝Is Matching Funding Required?

📊What Are the Reporting Requirements?

🗓️Reporting Frequency: annual
📑Reporting Requirements: financial statements for last taxation year
income tax returns for last taxation year
articles or constating documents
list of directors and officers
list of individuals to whom shares will be issued
legal opinion confirming compliance with securities legislation
business plan describing activities and intended use of funds
🔍Audit Requirements: compliance with securities legislation
📢Branding Requirements: acknowledgment of funding
🗄️Record Retention Period: 4 years