Case Studies
Real examples of how Canadian organizations have secured funding with Optigrants. Details are representative composites to protect client confidentiality.
Northern Ontario Nonprofit
Social Services · Ontario
Challenge
A small nonprofit providing food security programs needed to replace aging refrigeration equipment and expand their volunteer coordination capacity. They had applied to two grants previously with no success.
Process
We profiled the organization, identified 6 eligible programs, and prioritized 3 based on deadline and fit. We wrote the narrative, prepared the budget justification, and coordinated document collection over 6 weeks.
Outcome
$87,500 awarded across two programs. Equipment purchased and one part-time coordinator hired.
BC Tech Startup
Software / SaaS · British Columbia
Challenge
A 12-person SaaS company wanted to hire two R&D engineers but couldn't afford the full cost. They were unaware of SR&ED and had never claimed it.
Process
We assessed their R&D activities, confirmed eligibility, and connected them with a qualified SR&ED consultant. We also identified IRAP as a complementary program and supported the application.
Outcome
$142,000 in SR&ED tax credits claimed. $75,000 IRAP contribution approved for the two hires.
Prairie Agricultural Co-op
Agriculture · Saskatchewan
Challenge
A grain farming co-op wanted to invest in precision agriculture technology but lacked the capital and didn't know where to start with government programs.
Process
We identified three federal and provincial programs supporting agricultural innovation. We prepared the business case, technology assessment, and environmental impact summary required by the programs.
Outcome
$210,000 in combined funding approved. Technology deployment underway.
Montreal Immigrant Services Organization
Settlement Services · Quebec
Challenge
A bilingual nonprofit supporting newcomers needed funding to expand their language training and employment readiness programs.
Process
We identified IRCC settlement funding streams and provincial programs. We supported the proposal writing in both official languages and coordinated with their program team on outcome metrics.
Outcome
$320,000 multi-year funding secured. Programs expanded to serve 40% more clients.