RTRI Funding Options

Understanding whether your business qualifies for RTRI funding is the critical first step in accessing financial support. Our financial advisors provide comprehensive eligibility assessments to identify your qualification status and strengthen your application position.

Expert Eligibility Assessment for Tariff-Impacted Businesses

Not sure if your business qualifies? Our team offers a complimentary initial eligibility screening to determine your potential for RTRI funding success before you invest time in the full application process. Contact us today to schedule your pre-screening consultation.

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Core Eligibility Requirements

For-Profit Business Criteria

Our advisors will assess your business against these essential qualification factors:

Business Structure & Operations
– Incorporation Status: Must be a legally incorporated entity
– Geographic Presence: Must have staff operating in Canada
– Size Classification: Must employ between 10 and 499 full-time employees

Business Stability & Financial Health
– Operational History: Minimum 3 years of continuous and viable operation before March 21, 2025
– Financial Documentation: At least two complete years of externally prepared/reviewed financial statements
– Pre-Tariff Viability: Must demonstrate the business was viable before U.S. and China tariff implementation

Tariff Impact Evidence
– Must meet at least ONE of these impact criteria:
– Export Dependency: Minimum 25% of sales to U.S. and/or China markets
– Documented Disruption: Evidence of actual negative effects from tariffs or trade disruptions
– High-Risk Exposure: Demonstrated high likelihood of being affected by ongoing trade tensions

Non-Profit Business Criteria

For industry associations, chambers of commerce, and other non-profits:

– Must have a mandate to support small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs)
– Must demonstrate how supported businesses meet the tariff impact requirements
– Must show how proposed projects will benefit multiple tariff-impacted businesses

Eligible Project Activities

Your business activities must align with RTRI program objectives. Our advisors help identify and frame your business initiatives to demonstrate strong alignment with these eligible activities:

Productivity Enhancement

  • Digital transformation and automation implementation
  • Technology integration for operational efficiency
  • Process optimization and modernization
  • Equipment upgrades that reduce production costs

Market Development & Diversification

  • New market entry strategies and execution
  • Export readiness programs and implementation
  • Customer diversification initiatives
  • Brand development for new market positioning

Supply Chain Optimization

  • Logistics efficiency improvements
  • Standards compliance and certification
  • Supply chain vulnerability assessments
  • Supplier diversification strategies

Domestic Trade Strengthening

  • Internal market development
  • Canadian supplier integration
  • Domestic partnership development
  • Local production expansion

Business Transformation

  • Production reshoring initiatives
  • Research and development program development
  • Expertise acquisition and talent development
  • Strategic pivots to adapt to trade realities

Project Timeline Deadlines


  • Eligible Cost Period: Projects can include costs dating back up to 12 months before application submission, but not before March 21, 2025
  • Project Start Date: Cannot be earlier than March 21, 2025
  • Completion Deadline: All project activities must be completed by March 31, 2028
  • Priority Sector Alignment: Businesses in steel, automotive, critical minerals, mining, forestry, cleantechnology, bioeconomy, and agriculture sectors often receive enhanced consideration
  • Economic Impact Potential: Demonstrating broader economic benefits beyond your company
  • Supply Chain Significance: Establishing your role in critical supply chains
  • Canadian Content Utilization: Highlighting use of Canadian suppliers and technologies
  • Cross-Provincial Trade Development: Showing potential for increased inter-provincial commerce

Hidden Eligibility Advantages

Next Step: Your Eligibility Assessment

Don’t risk application rejection due to eligibility uncertainty. Our financial advisors will conduct a thorough review of your business situation to:

  1. Confirm your basic eligibility status
  2. Identify potential eligibility challenges and solutions
  3. Develop documentation strategies for demonstrating tariff impact
  4. Align your business initiatives with RTRI priorities
  5. Structure your project for maximum approval potential

Let’s Get Started!


Contact us today to learn how we can assist your business in securing the funds to grow and evolve. Let’s make your vision a reality.

Call: (437) 295-4911
Email: info@royalbusinessconsulting.com

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