Grantcasts

Canada’s agricultural landscape is undergoing a seismic shift. Innovation is the new frontier, sustainability is the new standard, and growth is the ultimate goal. Fueling this transformation are government-funded grants, loans, and tax credits to small farmers, major agri-businesses, and innovators at the cutting edge of new product development.

Join us for a must-attend webinar where we'll dive deep into the latest funding opportunities tailored specifically for the agriculture and agri-food sectors. Whether you're a seasoned farmer looking to expand your operations, a budding entrepreneur with a groundbreaking idea, or a sustainability-focused business seeking to reduce your environmental footprint, this event will provide you with the knowledge and tools you need to navigate the complex funding landscape of agricultural innovation in Canada. 

Sustainability has become a global priority. Join the Cisco Public Funding Office and the experts over at Grants Office as we explore the world of grant funding for sustainable practices and its immense potential for positive change.

We’ll provide you with invaluable insights and practical knowledge in securing grants for initiatives across 4 major sustainability pillars:

• Conservation – empowering you to protect and restore natural resources while fostering biodiversity.
• Reduction of Carbon Footprints – enabling you to make your organization more environmentally friendly and resilient.
• Education and Awareness – inspiring wider community involvement to promote sustainability efforts.
• Research and Development – encouraging innovation and breakthroughs that push the boundaries of sustainability practice.

Whether you are a university researcher, nonprofit environmental education organization, transportation agency, or public utilities provider, our expert speakers will guide you through the grant funding landscape and share tips and strategies to increase your chances of success. You’ll also learn about the grant-seeking support services available through the Cisco Public Funding Office. You won’t want to miss this opportunity to unlock the potential of sustainability grant funding and drive positive change within your organization and community.

Over the past few years, the housing sector in Canada has faced a multitude of challenges. The need for affordable housing has never been more critical, with many Canadians struggling to find safe, and affordable homes.

If you are a housing developer, nonprofit organization, or municipal leader looking to secure funding for your housing projects in Canada, join Grants Office for an insightful webcast. We will delve into several funding options available to support the development and sustainability of housing initiatives across the country. We'll also go over federal and provincial programs including Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation (CMHC) initiatives, and provincial grants tailored to housing projects.

While the COVID-19 pandemic accelerated the use of telehealth technologies, there is still much to be done to modernize healthcare in the United States. Maintaining critical applications solely within traditional data centers proves to be increasingly unsustainable for many healthcare organizations. The prevailing question is no longer "Why Cloud?" but rather "When Cloud?" During this event, we will explore the strategic considerations surrounding the migration of healthcare systems to the cloud. Most importantly, we will explore grant programs available to accomplish your cloud-based initiatives and discuss best practices to help you secure funding.

Join Grants Office and special guests from Ingram Micro & Keystone Technologies as we navigate the healthcare funding landscape for cloud technologies and discover how leveraging cloud technologies, including electronic health records, can enhance healthcare delivery, streamline operations, and drive innovation. You will not want to miss this informative session.

The FBI's Internet Crime Complaint Center (IC3) recently shared that the cost of reported cybercrime in the U.S. was more than $12.5 billion in 2023. Cyber-attacks are increasing due to improved technologies, increased connectivity, remote work and learning, reliance on mobile devices, and more. As a result, the necessity for enhanced cybersecurity measures to safeguard our networks and critical infrastructure has also increased, however, the implementation of these technologies can impose a substantial financial burden. The Federal government is encouraging local leaders to utilize federal and state grant funds to prevent and respond to these types of attacks.

Join Grants Office, and special guests from Check Point, to learn how state and local governments, k-12 schools, and institutes of higher education can secure grant funding to help:

• Secure your network
• Protect the cloud
• Guard your workforce, devices, and access

Our Grants Office and Check Point experts will review the grants landscape, highlight specific funding opportunities, and provide tips for creating a competitive application for your organization.

Don’t wait until there is an attack. Now is the time to protect your organization from hackers, phishing, and ransomware. If you want to learn more about funding cybersecurity through grants and how Check Point cybersecurity solutions will help your organization stay secure, register today!

Budget 2024 was announced a few weeks ago so it's time to dive in and explore new and returning funding programs from federal agencies. Learn about funding opportunities for public and private sector organizations, as well as Canada’s priorities for the year.

Join Grants Office to gain insight into new and existing programs and Canada’s priorities in 2024. We’ll provide program details, and projected deadlines. We'll also share useful tips for securing funding for your organization. You don’t want to miss this opportunity to learn about what is available for your organization.

Join Grants Office and special guests from Ingram Micro Cloud as we delve into the world of foundation grant funding for your next cloud-technology-enabled project. Whether you’re a nonprofit organization, K-12 school, college development office, or healthcare fundraiser, we will provide you with the knowledge and strategies necessary to pursue foundation grant opportunities successfully.

During this event, you’ll learn:

• the intricacies of foundation grant-seeking
• how foundation funders differ from their public (state & federal) grant-making fellows
• strategies for building relationships with foundation funders
• how to appropriately align your needs to this unique set of grant-maker's interests and requirements. 

Our experts will guide you through developing long-term relationships with foundations and how to articulate key project and budget components in your applications, thus increasing your chances of securing an award. Don't miss this opportunity to unlock the potential of foundation grant funding for your cloud-technology-enabled projects. Register now to gain the tools and strategies necessary to navigate the landscape of foundation grant-seeking effectively.