Grants and Assistance

ACT Government Business Grants

The ACT Government is administering two grant programs to fund specific projects and activities that accelerate the critical developmental stages of business. The programs will focus on innovation, proof of technology and export opportunities.

1. TradeConnect (TCon)—Building Global Opportunities

An ACT Government grant program assisting ACT companies build global opportunities and enhance international competitiveness.

2. InnovationConnect (ICon)—Accelerating Creative Ideas

The ICon grant program is an ACT Government initiative designed to assist Canberra-based businesses develop innovative products or services.

ACT Government Screen Investment Fund

ACT Screen Investment Fund—Supporting the Screen Industry

The Fund is aimed at supporting the growth and sustainability of the ACT screen industry, which includes film, television and digital media.

ACT Government Business Investment Facilitation

Investment Facilitation Program (IFP)—Supporting Strategic Investment

An ACT Government assistance program designed to provide a vehicle for eligible private sector companies to apply for concessions on payroll tax liabilities that are linked to significant new business investment projects in the ACT.

ACT Government Business Assistance — energy, water and waste reduction

ACTSmart Business and Office External Link

The ACT Government provides programs to help ACT businesses save water and energy, and put more efficient waste management and recycling into action.

Other Grants and Assistance External Link

Grants and other funding programs are available from the Federal, State and Territory Governments and in some cases local councils.