Impact Investing
HCi3 invests in low-carbon solutions that will reduce greenhouse gas emissions, support a just transition and positively impact communities. We support scalable and innovative approaches located in Halifax/Kjipuktuk or that directly benefit this region.
Offered by Halifax Climate Investment, Innovation and Impact (HCi3)
Amount
A minimum of $100,000 up to $1 million, through loans, lines of credit, community bonds, equipment leases, loan guarantees and equity investment
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Who can apply
We support scalable and innovative approaches located in Halifax/Kjipuktuk or that directly benefit this region.
Measurable Carbon Reductions
Projects have long term carbon reduction potential.
Scalable Opportunities
Projects must have potential to scale up or be replicated.
Proven Technologies
Technologies must be field-tested and verified by third parties.
Local Impact
Projects can be located anywhere but must benefit Halifax/Kjipuktuk.
Social Equity and Reconciliation
We look to invest in and partner with organizations advancing social equity and contributing to Reconciliation.
Community Benefit
Projects must have co-benefits for local communities, e.g., job creation, well-being, food security or improved environmental quality.
About the funding
- A minimum of $100,000 up to $1 million
- Investing with others for greater impact
- Adaptable financial frameworks, including loans, lines of credit, community bonds, equipment leases, loan guarantees and equity investment. We aim to provide flexible financial solutions tailored to the unique needs and aspirations of diverse communities
- Energy efficient building solutions
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- EVs and low carbon mobility
- Renewable energy
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| Program | Type | Amount | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Advancing Clean Technologies | Loan | 0.50% interest-rate reduction on the entirety of the loan for eligible projects | Open |
| Business Development Program (BDP) | Loan | Interest-free, unsecured repayable funding of up to 50% of the capital needed to grow or launch a business | Open |
| Energy Efficiency Innovation financing | Loan | 0.50% interest-rate reduction for projects that have been given approval for grants, program funding or rebates for energy efficiency | Open |
| BDC Small business loan | Loan | Up to $350,000 per BDC Small Business Loan: up to $100K (up to 6 months interest-only payments, 5-year amortization) or over $100K and up to $350K (up to 12 months interest-only payments, up to 8-year amortization) | Open |
