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PEI Tariff Impact Relief Fund

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Conditionally non-repayable grant of up to 50% of eligible...
Expected to remain open until March 31, 2027, subject to available funding
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Co-Funding
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PEI Tariff Impact Relief Fund provides up to Conditionally non-repayable grant of up to 50% of eligible project costs, to a maximum of $50,000. Combined non-repayable government funding cannot exceed 90% of eligible project costs. A temporary Innovation PEI fund for Prince Edward Island businesses hit by U.S. tariffs, Canadian counter-tariffs or related trade disruptions. The program covers up to 50% of eligible costs. Expected to remain open until March 31, 2027, subject to available funding.
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Program Description

A temporary Innovation PEI fund for Prince Edward Island businesses hit by U.S. tariffs, Canadian counter-tariffs or related trade disruptions. It pays a conditionally non-repayable grant of up to 50% of eligible project costs, to a maximum of $50,000, for projects that diversify markets, build interprovincial trade, or raise productivity through equipment, technology and automation. Applications are reviewed first-come, first-served, and the fund is expected to stay open until March 31, 2027, subject to available funding.

Eligibility Requirements

  • Business registered to do business and actively operating in Prince Edward Island
  • Must demonstrate significant economic impacts from U.S. tariffs, Canadian counter-tariffs or related trade disruptions
  • Project must align with the Fund's objectives: market diversification, interprovincial trade development, or productivity and competitiveness
  • Priority goes to businesses directly affected by the U.S. Section 338 tariffs and Canada's related counter-tariff measures; indirectly affected businesses may be considered where a clear and significant impact is shown
  • Not eligible with a defaulted debt on file in the Province's Central Default Registry
  • Applicants in default on any reporting, project completion or financial obligation to Innovation PEI are not reviewed until the default is resolved
  • Application must be submitted before any financial or legal commitment is made on the project
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Prince Edward Island
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Business Stage
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Difficulty
Easy
Competition
Moderate
First-Timer
Friendly

Funding Details

Amount
Conditionally non-repayable grant of up to 50% of eligible project costs, to a maximum of $50,000. Combined non-repayable government funding cannot exceed 90% of eligible project costs.
Type
Grant
Level
Provincial
Co-Funding
Up to 50% of eligible costs
Deadline
Expected to remain open until March 31, 2027, subject to available funding

Program Scorecard

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Moderate
Deadline
Ongoing
Approval
Varies
Accessibility
4/5

Accessible — straightforward requirements

Competition
3/5

Moderate competition — prepare a strong application

Difficulty
2/5

Easy — minimal documentation

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Insider Tip

The case is won on evidence of tariff impact: Innovation PEI asks for your HS codes, your share of sales to the United States and documents showing the impact, and it gives priority to businesses directly hit by the U.S.

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Rejection Pitfalls 6

  • No clear, measurable economic impact from tariffs, counter-tariffs or related trade disruptions
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Required Documents 10

✓ Detailed description of the business's products or services
✓ Description of the proposed project

Eligible Expenses 7

Ineligible Expenses 4

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Clawback Risk

Medium Risk

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How PEI Tariff Impact Relief Fund Compares

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Frequently Asked Questions

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Do I have to export to the United States to qualify?
You must show significant economic impact from U.S. tariffs, Canadian counter-tariffs or related trade disruptions. Businesses directly affected by the U.S. Section 338 tariffs and Canada's counter-tariffs get priority; indirect impacts may be considered where a clear and significant impact can be shown.
How much can I receive?
Up to 50% of eligible project costs, to a maximum of $50,000, and total non-repayable government funding cannot exceed 90% of the project's eligible costs.
How long is the fund open?
It is a temporary program expected to stay open until March 31, 2027, subject to available funding, and projects must be finished by September 30, 2027.

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