Funding programs for E-Commerce & Retail Tech.
Grants for retail modernization, supply chain optimization, and digital commerce platform development.
E-commerce companies can access the Retail Modernization Project Grant for digital transformation, DCC DMAP for digital adoption planning, and SR&ED for technical R&D in recommendation engines, supply chain optimization, and custom platform development. BDC LIFT finances AI and digital adoption projects for businesses with $1M+ revenue.
Programs to investigate
RMPG + DCC DMAP
Funding amounts
$45,000
Key Parameters
Matching Funding Programs
Programs to investigate for E-Commerce & Retail Tech projects. Confirm current fit and intake status with each official source.
Potential Cost Areas
Costs that may be considered for E-Commerce & Retail Tech projects, subject to the applicable program rules.
Custom e-commerce platform development
Recommendation engine and personalization R&D
Supply chain optimization technology
Digital storefront modernization
Export market digital infrastructure
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Check funding readinessE-Commerce & Retail Tech Funding FAQ
Can I get funding to build an online store?
DCC DMAP provides up to $15,000 for digital adoption planning, and RMPG offers up to $10,000 for retail modernization. Custom platform development with technical uncertainty may also qualify for SR&ED.
Is a recommendation engine eligible for SR&ED?
Yes, if building it involves genuine technical uncertainty — such as real-time personalization at scale, cold-start problems, or integrating multiple data sources with accuracy constraints.
Can we fund international expansion?
CanExport SMEs has provided up to $50,000 for export marketing activities including international e-commerce market entry, trade show attendance, and market research. Its 2026-27 intake closed on August 31, 2026; the next intake is expected in 2027.