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Business Grants and Funding in Canada

Business funding in Canada includes grants, tax credits, wage subsidies, loans, capital, research support, and other mechanisms. Eligibility depends on the applicant, project, industry, location, costs, and timing defined by each funder. Compare whether support is repayable or claimed after spending, the contribution required from the business, and the obligations that follow. Define the project scope, budget, work plan, and expected outcomes before confirming current terms directly with the funder.

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  • Investissement Québec (IQ) logo
    Loans and Capital investmentsOpen

    Offensive Fund to Strengthen Economic Capacity (FORCE)

    Liquidity support for exporters affected by U.S. tariffs
    Eligible Funding
    Maximum amount : 50,000,000 $
    Eligible Industries
    Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting, Mining, quarrying, and oil and gas extraction, Manufacturing
    Types of eligible projects
    Legal Structure
    For-profit business, Social economy enterprise
    Quebec, Canada
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  • Aliments du Québec logo
    Grant and FundingOpen

    Individual Market Access Support (SIAM)

    Support for Quebec food processors expanding market access
    Eligible Funding
    From $10,000 to $100,000 · Up to 50% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    Manufacturing
    Types of eligible projects
    Commercialization
    Legal Structure
    For-profit business, Sole proprietorship
    Quebec, Canada
  • Canadian Heritage logo
    Grant and FundingOpen

    International Single Sport Events - Hosting Program

    Supports hosting international single sport events in Canada
    Eligible Funding
    Maximum amount : 250,000 $ · Up to 100% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    Arts, entertainment and recreation
    Types of eligible projects
    Legal Structure
    Non-profit
    Canada
  • Government of Manitoba logo
    Grant and FundingOpen

    Manitoba — Export Development Program (EDP)

    Supports Manitoba SMEs to expand exports through trade events
    Eligible Funding
    Maximum amount : 50,000 $ · Up to 75% of project cost
    Types of eligible projects
    Commercialization
    Legal Structure
    For-profit business
    Timeline
    Open Date : January 1, 2026
    Manitoba, Canada
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  • Investissement Québec (IQ) logo
    Loans and Capital investmentsOpen

    Panorama Program

    Supports export diversification with financial services and expert guidance
    Eligible Funding
    Varies by project
    Eligible Industries
    Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting, Manufacturing
    Types of eligible projects
    Commercialization
    Legal Structure
    For-profit business
    Quebec, Canada
  • Ministère du Travail, de l'Emploi et de la Solidarité sociale (MESSQ) logo
    Grant and FundingOpen

    Workforce Training Measure (MFOR)

    Workforce Development Program Supporting Employee Training in Québec
    Eligible Funding
    Maximum amount : 100,000 $ · Up to 75% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    All industries
    Types of eligible projects
    Human Resources
    Legal Structure
    Non-profit, Sole proprietorship, Public or Parapublic institution, Non-financial cooperative, For-profit business
    Quebec, Canada
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  • Quebec Federation of Chambers of Commerce (FCCQ) logo
    Wage Subsidies And InternsOpen

    Accueillez un stagiaire

    Wage support for Quebec student internships
    Eligible Funding
    Maximum amount : 5,000 $ · Up to 50% of project cost
    Types of eligible projects
    Human Resources
    Legal Structure
    Non-profit, For-profit business
    Timeline
    Open Date : September 1, 2026
    Quebec, Canada
  • Eligible Funding
    Maximum amount : 500,000 $ · Up to 50% of project cost
    Types of eligible projects
    TechnologyEnvironment and ClimateInnovation
    Legal Structure
    For-profit business, Financial cooperative, Non-profit, Sole proprietorship, Public or Parapublic institution, Non-financial cooperative, Social economy enterprise
    Timeline
    Closing date : March 31, 2028
    Quebec, Canada
  • Hydro-Québec logo
    Grant and FundingOpen

    Electricity Management Systems

    Industrial energy management system support
    Eligible Funding
    Up to 50% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    Manufacturing
    Types of eligible projects
    Environment and Climate
    Quebec, Canada
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  • Investissement Québec (IQ) logo
    Grant and FundingLoans and Capital investmentsOpen

    ESSOR – Component 2: Support for investment projects promoting productivity and business expansion

    Supports investment projects for productivity and expansion
    Eligible Funding
    Maximum amount : 10,000,000 $ · Up to 25% of project cost
    Types of eligible projects
    Artificial Intelligence (AI)TechnologyConstruction and Renovation Digital Transformation
    Legal Structure
    For-profit business, Social economy enterprise
    Timeline
    Open Date : March 26, 2026 · Closing date : April 1, 2027
    Quebec, Canada
  • Mitacs logo
    Grant and FundingOpen

    Mitacs Accelerate

    Research internships linking organizations with academic talent
    Eligible Funding
    From $10,000 to $20,000
    Eligible Industries
    All industries
    Types of eligible projects
    Legal Structure
    Non-profit, Public or Parapublic institution, For-profit business
    Canada
  • National Research Council Canada (NRC) logo
    Grant and FundingOpen

    NRC IRAP – Support for clean technology

    Funding for Canadian SMEs advancing innovative clean technology commercialization
    Eligible Funding
    Maximum amount : 10,000,000 $
    Eligible Industries
    Utilities, Construction, Manufacturing, Transportation and warehousing
    Types of eligible projects
    TechnologyEnvironment and ClimateInnovation
    Legal Structure
    For-profit business
    Canada
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  • Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries and Food (MAPAQ) logo
    Grant and FundingOpen

    Program to support the development of agriculture and agri-food in the regions

    Support program for regional agriculture and agri-food development
    Eligible Funding
    Maximum amount : 50,000 $ · Up to 70% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
    Types of eligible projects
    Innovation
    Legal Structure
    Sole proprietorship, Non-financial cooperative, Social economy enterprise, For-profit business
    Quebec, Canada
  • Riipen logo
    Wage Subsidies And InternsOpen

    Riipen — Level UP

    Short-term remote internships
    Eligible Funding
    From $1,400 to $1,400
    Eligible Industries
    All industries
    Types of eligible projects
    Human Resources
    Legal Structure
    Non-profit, Public or Parapublic institution, For-profit business
    Canada
  • Eligible Funding
    Maximum amount : 5,000 $ · Up to 50% of project cost
    Types of eligible projects
    TechnologyInnovationDigital Transformation
    Legal Structure
    For-profit business, Social economy enterprise
    Timeline
    Closing date : January 31, 2027
    Quebec, Canada
  • Government of Québec logo
    Wage Subsidies And InternsOpen

    Employee Wage Subsidy

    Support for hiring and integrating workers in Quebec
    Eligible Funding
    Varies by project
    Eligible Industries
    All industries
    Types of eligible projects
    Construction and Renovation Human Resources
    Legal Structure
    Non-profit, Public or Parapublic institution, Social economy enterprise, For-profit business
    Quebec, Canada
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  • Revenu Québec logo
    Tax CreditsOpen

    Investment and innovation tax credit (IITC)

    Tax credit for investment and innovation in Quebec
    Eligible Funding
    Up to 25% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    All industries
    Types of eligible projects
    TechnologyInnovationDigital Transformation
    Legal Structure
    Non-financial cooperative, For-profit business
    Quebec, Canada
  • Innovation Canada logo
    Researchers And FacilitiesPartnering and CollaborationGrant and FundingExpert AdviceOpen

    Global Innovation Clusters

    Financial assistance to work in collaboration on innovation projects
    Eligible Funding
    Up to 50% of project cost
    Types of eligible projects
    CommercializationArtificial Intelligence (AI)TechnologyInnovation
    Legal Structure
    For-profit business, Non-profit, Public or Parapublic institution
    Timeline
    Open Date : July 17, 2023
    Canada
  • Telefilm Canada logo
    Grant and FundingOpen

    Export Assistance Program

    International film distribution support
    Eligible Funding
    From $5,000 to $90,000 · Up to 50% of project cost
    Types of eligible projects
    Commercialization
    Legal Structure
    For-profit business
    Timeline
    Open Date : April 14, 2026 · Closing date : February 9, 2027
    Canada
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  • Scale AI Cluster logo
    Grant and FundingOpen

    SCALE AI — Acceleration

    Funds AI startup support programs in Canada
    Eligible Funding
    Maximum amount : 50,000 $
    Eligible Industries
    Manufacturing, Transportation and warehousing, Professional, scientific and technical services
    Types of eligible projects
    CommercializationArtificial Intelligence (AI)Innovation
    Legal Structure
    For-profit business
    Canada
  • Hydro-Québec logo
    Grant and FundingOpen

    Technology and Business Demonstration

    Supports innovative energy-saving demonstrations
    Eligible Funding
    Maximum amount : 500,000 $ · Up to 75% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    All industries
    Types of eligible projects
    Technology
    Legal Structure
    Non-profit, Sole proprietorship, Public or Parapublic institution, Social economy enterprise, For-profit business
    Quebec, Canada
  • Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada (AAFC) logo
    Grant and FundingOpen

    Canada Pavilion Program

    Supports Canadian exporters at major food trade shows
    Eligible Funding
    Varies by project
    Eligible Industries
    Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
    Types of eligible projects
    Commercialization
    Legal Structure
    For-profit business
    Canada
  • ECO Canada (ECO) logo
    Wage Subsidies And InternsOpen

    ECO Canada — Student Work Placement Program

    Wage support for student environmental placements
    Eligible Funding
    Maximum amount : 5,000 $ · Up to 50% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    Professional, scientific and technical services, Educational services
    Types of eligible projects
    Environment and Climate
    Legal Structure
    Non-profit, Sole proprietorship, Public or Parapublic institution, For-profit business
    Canada
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  • Canadian Intellectual Property Office (CIPO) logo
    Other SupportOpen

    IP for Business

    Tools for managing and commercializing IP
    Eligible Funding
    Varies by project
    Types of eligible projects
    Commercialization
    Legal Structure
    For-profit business, Sole proprietorship
    Timeline
    Open Date : March 8, 2023
    Canada
  • Farm Credit Canada (FCC) logo
    Loans and Capital investmentsOpen

    Farm Equipment Financing

    Farm equipment purchase financing
    Eligible Funding
    Maximum amount : 500,000 $
    Eligible Industries
    Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
    Types of eligible projects
    Legal Structure
    Sole proprietorship, For-profit business
    Canada
  • Farm Credit Canada (FCC) logo
    Loans and Capital investmentsOpen

    Women Entrepreneur Program

    Financing and development support for women entrepreneurs
    Eligible Funding
    Varies by project
    Eligible Industries
    Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
    Types of eligible projects
    Business Buyout
    Legal Structure
    For-profit business, Sole proprietorship
    Canada
  • Independent Electricity System Operator (IESO) logo
    Grant and FundingOpen

    XLerate Program

    Pay-for-performance funding for large-scale Ontario energy-efficiency projects
    Eligible Funding
    Maximum amount : 15,000,000 $ · Up to 75% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    Manufacturing, Health care and social assistance, Public administration
    Types of eligible projects
    TechnologyEnvironment and Climate
    Legal Structure
    For-profit business, Non-profit, Public or Parapublic institution
    Ontario, Canada
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  • Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada (AAFC) logo
    Grant and FundingOpen

    AgriRisk Initiatives - Microgrants Funding

    Supports development of innovative agricultural risk management solutions
    Eligible Funding
    Maximum amount : 2,500,000 $ · Up to 85% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
    Types of eligible projects
    Innovation
    Legal Structure
    Financial cooperative, Non-profit, Public or Parapublic institution, Non-financial cooperative
    Canada
  • Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada (AAFC) logo
    Researchers And FacilitiesGrant and FundingOpen

    AgriScience Program – Projects

    Supports pre-commercial agricultural research and innovation
    Eligible Funding
    Maximum amount : 5,000,000 $ · Up to 70% of project cost
    Types of eligible projects
    Legal Structure
    For-profit business, Non-profit
    Timeline
    Closing date : March 31, 2028
    Canada
  • Hydro-Québec logo
    Grant and FundingOpen

    Efficient Solutions Program — Agricultural Component

    Financial support for agricultural operations
    Eligible Funding
    From $100 to $5,000,000 · Up to 75% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
    Types of eligible projects
    Environment and Climate
    Legal Structure
    Sole proprietorship, For-profit business
    Quebec, Canada
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  • Independent Electricity System Operator (IESO) logo
    Grant and FundingOpen

    Expanded Energy Management Program

    Energy management support for Ontario facilities
    Eligible Funding
    From $500 to $250,000 · Up to 50% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting, Mining, quarrying, and oil and gas extraction, Utilities, Construction
    Types of eligible projects
    Environment and Climate
    Legal Structure
    For-profit business, Non-profit, Public or Parapublic institution
    Ontario, Canada
  • Public Safety Canada (PSC) logo
    Grant and FundingOpen

    Humanitarian Workforce (HWF) - COVID-19 and other large-scale emergencies

    Supports NGOs in emergency response and capacity building
    Eligible Funding
    Up to 100% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    Health care and social assistance, Other services (except public administration), Public administration
    Types of eligible projects
    Environment and ClimateHuman Resources
    Legal Structure
    Non-profit, Public or Parapublic institution
    Canada
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  • Eligible Funding
    Maximum amount : 1,000,000 $ · Up to 75% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    Transportation and warehousing
    Types of eligible projects
    TechnologyEnvironment and ClimateInnovation
    Legal Structure
    For-profit business, Financial cooperative, Non-profit, Public or Parapublic institution, Non-financial cooperative, Social economy enterprise
    Quebec, Canada
  • Minister of Transport and Sustainable Mobility of Quebec logo
    Grant and FundingOpen

    Program for efficiency in maritime, air, and rail transport - Infrastructure and equipment component

    Supports infrastructure projects reducing greenhouse gas emissions in transportation
    Eligible Funding
    Maximum amount : 4,000,000 $ · Up to 75% of project cost
    Types of eligible projects
    TechnologyEnvironment and Climate
    Legal Structure
    For-profit business, Public or Parapublic institution
    Timeline
    Closing date : December 1, 2027
    Quebec, Canada
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  • Investissement Québec (IQ) logo
    Loans and Capital investmentsOpen

    Program Supporting the Development of Tourist Attractions — Stream 1

    Loans to develop Quebec tourist attractions
    Eligible Funding
    From $150,000 to $5,000,000 · Up to 50% of project cost
    Types of eligible projects
    Construction and Renovation
    Legal Structure
    Non-profit, Public or Parapublic institution, Non-financial cooperative, For-profit business
    Timeline
    Closing date : December 31, 2026
    Quebec, Canada
  • Investissement Québec (IQ) logo
    Grant and FundingOpen

    PSCE – Component 3

    Support for high-growth international expansion
    Eligible Funding
    From $25,000 to $60,000
    Eligible Industries
    All industries
    Types of eligible projects
    Commercialization
    Legal Structure
    Non-financial cooperative, For-profit business, Social economy enterprise
    Quebec, Canada
  • Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency (ACOA) logo
    Grant and FundingExpert AdviceOpen

    Strategic Industry Growth Initiative (SIGGI) - ACOA

    Funding for sustainable business growth projects
    Eligible Funding
    Maximum amount : 50,000 $ · Up to 75% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    Manufacturing, Wholesale trade, Professional, scientific and technical services, Administrative and support, waste management and remediation services
    Types of eligible projects
    CommercializationArtificial Intelligence (AI)TechnologyEnvironment and ClimateHuman ResourcesDigital Transformation
    Legal Structure
    For-profit business
    Canada
  • Health Canada logo
    Grant and FundingOpen

    Substance Use and Addictions Program (SUAP)

    Supports innovative substance use projects
    Eligible Funding
    Maximum amount : 53,000,000 $
    Eligible Industries
    Educational services, Health care and social assistance, Other services (except public administration), Public administration
    Types of eligible projects
    Innovation
    Legal Structure
    Non-profit, Public or Parapublic institution
    Quebec, Canada
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  • Government of Québec logo
    Tax CreditsOpen

    Workplace Apprenticeship (PAMT)

    On-the-job trade training with workplace mentorship
    Eligible Funding
    Varies by project
    Eligible Industries
    All industries
    Types of eligible projects
    Human Resources
    Legal Structure
    For-profit business, Sole proprietorship
    Quebec, Canada
  • Government of Québec logo
    Grant and FundingOpen

    Roulez Vert — Rebate for charging station at work

    Get financial aid to install electric charging stations at your Quebec business
    Eligible Funding
    Maximum amount : 49,000 $ · Up to 50% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    All industries
    Types of eligible projects
    Environment and Climate
    Legal Structure
    For-profit business, Financial cooperative, Non-profit, Sole proprietorship, Public or Parapublic institution, Non-financial cooperative, Social economy enterprise
    Quebec, Canada
  • Eligible Funding
    Up to 40% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    Construction, Manufacturing, Retail trade, Transportation and warehousing
    Types of eligible projects
    CommercializationArtificial Intelligence (AI)InnovationDigital Transformation
    Legal Structure
    For-profit business
    Canada
  • Quebec City logo
    Grant and FundingOpen

    Capitale-Productivity

    Supports investment projects for growth and productivity
    Eligible Funding
    Maximum amount : 500,000 $ · Up to 40% of project cost
    Types of eligible projects
    TechnologyEnvironment and ClimateConstruction and Renovation
    Legal Structure
    For-profit business, Sole proprietorship, Social economy enterprise, Non-profit, Non-financial cooperative
    Timeline
    Open Date : August 27, 2025
    Quebec, Canada
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  • Investissement Québec (IQ) logo
    Grant and FundingOpen

    Economic development program to help revitalize territories (DEPART)

    Supports business growth in targeted Quebec territories
    Eligible Funding
    From $15,000 to $125,000 · Up to 60% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting, Manufacturing
    Types of eligible projects
    CommercializationTechnologyInnovation
    Legal Structure
    For-profit business, Social economy enterprise
    Quebec, Canada
  • Magnet logo
    Partnering and CollaborationOpen

    Magnet — Outcome Campus Connect

    Online network for student work-integrated learning
    Eligible Funding
    Maximum amount : 7,000 $
    Eligible Industries
    Educational services
    Types of eligible projects
    Human Resources
    Legal Structure
    For-profit business, Financial cooperative, Non-profit, Sole proprietorship, Public or Parapublic institution, Non-financial cooperative, Social economy enterprise
    Canada
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  • Filaction logo
    Loans and Capital investmentsOpen

    Afro-Entrepreneurs Fund

    Financing for growth and business takeovers
    Eligible Funding
    From $50,000 to $500,000
    Eligible Industries
    Construction, Transportation and warehousing, Finance and insurance, Professional, scientific and technical services
    Types of eligible projects
    Business Buyout
    Legal Structure
    For-profit business
    Quebec, Canada
  • Quebec Ministry of the Environment and the Fight Against Climate Change (MELCC) logo
    Grant and FundingOpen

    Bioénergies — Analysis

    Reducing GHG emissions in Quebec's fossil fuel sector
    Eligible Funding
    Maximum amount : 50,000 $ · Up to 50% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    Manufacturing, Public administration
    Types of eligible projects
    Environment and Climate
    Legal Structure
    Non-profit, Sole proprietorship, Public or Parapublic institution, Non-financial cooperative, Social economy enterprise, For-profit business
    Quebec, Canada
  • Quebec Ministry of the Environment and the Fight Against Climate Change (MELCC) logo
    Grant and FundingOpen

    Bioénergies — Implementation

    Funds for Quebec companies, institutions and municipalities to reduce GHG emissions
    Eligible Funding
    Maximum amount : 5,000,000 $ · Up to 75% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    All industries
    Types of eligible projects
    Environment and Climate
    Legal Structure
    For-profit business, Sole proprietorship, Non-profit, Public or Parapublic institution
    Quebec, Canada
  • BioTalent Canada logo
    Wage Subsidies And InternsOpen

    BioTalent — Student Work Placement Program (SWPP)

    Wage subsidies for student placements in biosciences
    Eligible Funding
    Maximum amount : 5,000 $ · Up to 50% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    Professional, scientific and technical services, Educational services, Health care and social assistance
    Types of eligible projects
    Human Resources
    Legal Structure
    For-profit business
    Canada
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  • Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada (AAFC) logo
    Grant and FundingLoans and Capital investmentsOpen

    Canadian Agricultural Strategic Priorities Program

    Supports strategic agriculture and agri-food sector projects
    Eligible Funding
    Maximum amount : 5,000,000 $ · Up to 50% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
    Types of eligible projects
    Artificial Intelligence (AI)TechnologyEnvironment and ClimateInnovationDigital Transformation
    Legal Structure
    Non-profit, For-profit business, Non-financial cooperative
    Canada
  • Government of Québec logo
    Grant and FundingOpen

    ÉcoPerformance — Standard Analysis Stream

    Supports studies to cut greenhouse gas emissions
    Eligible Funding
    Maximum amount : 75,000 $ · Up to 50% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    All industries
    Types of eligible projects
    Environment and Climate
    Legal Structure
    Non-profit, Public or Parapublic institution, For-profit business, Sole proprietorship, Social economy enterprise, Non-financial cooperative
    Quebec, Canada
  • Energir logo
    Grant and FundingOpen

    Energir — Energy efficiency program – Efficient Renovation

    Supports business building envelope renovations to improve energy efficiency
    Eligible Funding
    From $500 to $100,000 · Up to 15% of project cost
    Types of eligible projects
    Environment and ClimateConstruction and Renovation
    Timeline
    Open Date : May 19, 2025
    Quebec, Canada
  • Investissement Québec (IQ) logo
    Loans and Capital investmentsOpen

    ESSOR - Component 5

    Support for resilient softwood lumber sawmill investments
    Eligible Funding
    From $10,000,000 to $10,000,000 · Up to 50% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    All industries
    Types of eligible projects
    CommercializationArtificial Intelligence (AI)TechnologyConstruction and Renovation InnovationDigital Transformation
    Legal Structure
    For-profit business, Social economy enterprise
    Quebec, Canada
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  • Investissement Québec (IQ) logo
    Loans and Capital investmentsOpen

    Impulsion Fund

    Early-stage investment for innovative Quebec startups
    Eligible Funding
    From $250,000 to $2,000,000
    Eligible Industries
    All industries
    Types of eligible projects
    Innovation
    Legal Structure
    For-profit business
    Quebec, Canada
  • Revenu Québec logo
    Tax CreditsOpen

    Incentive deduction for the commercialization of innovations (IDCI)

    Reduced tax rate for Québec innovation commercialization
    Eligible Funding
    Up to 83% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting, Manufacturing, Information and cultural industries, Professional, scientific and technical services
    Types of eligible projects
    CommercializationInnovation
    Legal Structure
    For-profit business
    Quebec, Canada
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  • Hydro-Québec logo
    Grant and FundingOpen

    LogisVert — Financial assistance for installers

    Installer reimbursement for energy-efficient systems
    Eligible Funding
    Maximum amount : 54,000 $ · Up to 100% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    All industries
    Types of eligible projects
    Construction and Renovation
    Legal Structure
    For-profit business
    Quebec, Canada
  • Minister of Transport and Sustainable Mobility of Quebec logo
    Grant and FundingOpen

    Maritime, Air, and Rail Transportation Efficiency Program - Studies Component

    Supports studies to improve efficiency in maritime, air, and rail transport
    Eligible Funding
    Maximum amount : 250,000 $ · Up to 75% of project cost
    Types of eligible projects
    TechnologyEnvironment and ClimateInnovation
    Legal Structure
    For-profit business, Financial cooperative, Non-profit, Public or Parapublic institution, Non-financial cooperative, Social economy enterprise
    Timeline
    Closing date : December 1, 2027
    Quebec, Canada
  • CCTT Network - Synchronex logo
    Grant and FundingOpen

    My Digital Success

    Support for Quebec digital transformation projects
    Eligible Funding
    Maximum amount : 11,200 $
    Types of eligible projects
    Digital Transformation
    Legal Structure
    For-profit business, Non-profit, Non-financial cooperative
    Timeline
    Open Date : March 13, 2026 · Closing date : March 31, 2027
    Quebec, Canada

Questions about business grants and funding in Canada

Funding types, eligibility, preparation, comparison, and changes in Canadian business support.

What forms of business funding are available in Canada?

Business support can include non-repayable grants, tax credits, wage subsidies, loans, capital, research facilities, expert support, and partnership funding. Each mechanism has different rules for repayment, claim timing, applicant contributions, eligible costs, and application steps. The best fit depends on the project’s cash flow, stage, evidence, and capacity to meet the obligations.

Which eligibility factor should a business assess first?

Start with the condition most likely to determine fit: the work to be completed, the applicant profile, the industry, the funding mechanism, or the project location. Then confirm how that condition interacts with business size, legal structure, eligible costs, timing, and required contributions. This sequence helps rule out weak options before investing time in detailed application work.

How should I compare different funding mechanisms?

Compare when value is received, whether repayment is required, which costs can be claimed, how much the applicant must contribute, and what reporting follows. A larger nominal contribution is not automatically the best fit if its cash-flow timing, security, partnership, or evidence requirements do not suit the project.

Does identifying a funding opportunity confirm eligibility?

No. The funder makes the final eligibility and funding decision. It may assess ownership, legal structure, operating location, business size, project stage, eligible costs, financial capacity, timing, and the quality of the supporting evidence. Confirm every material condition in the current program guidance before committing costs or treating support as part of the financing plan.

What should I prepare before comparing funding options?

Prepare a concise project scope, a dated work plan, a cost breakdown, the expected business or community outcome, and the resources your organization can contribute. These elements help distinguish promising matches from options whose timing, mechanism, cost rules, or evidence requirements do not suit the proposed work.

Why can one funding program support several types of projects or applicants?

A program can recognize several project purposes, applicant categories, industries, mechanisms, or locations under one set of rules. That breadth does not create separate funding programs or make every combination eligible. Focus on the specific applicant and project conditions that apply to the proposed work, and use the current funder guidance as the authority when categories overlap.

Why does business funding availability change?

Program guidance, intake status, deadlines, budgets, and source information can change. A funder may open or close an intake, revise eligible activities, replace a delivery stream, or correct published details. Confirm material terms directly with the funder before acting, especially the intake status, eligible dates, costs, contribution limits, and documents required for the application.

How should a business define its project before comparing funding?

Describe the problem, objective, activities, delivery period, costs, and intended result. Separate essential project work from normal operations and identify what the business can contribute. A clear scope makes funding easier to compare because the applicant can test eligible costs, timing, evidence, and expected outcomes against one concrete plan.

How do federal, provincial, and regional business programs differ?

The level of government does not determine the full eligibility area. A federal program may target one sector or region, while provincial support may help a business reach wider markets. Read the actual location test. It may concern the applicant's operations, the project site, planned spending, employees, beneficiaries, or where the economic benefit will occur.

How do eligible costs and applicant contributions affect funding fit?

A project can match a program's purpose while some expenses remain ineligible. Check cost categories, eligible dates, overhead limits, taxes, and the treatment of in-kind support. Then confirm the cash or other contribution expected from the applicant and when it must be available. This reveals the portion the business must finance itself.

Are personal benefits and consumer assistance part of business funding?

Personal assistance and business funding serve different applicants and purposes. Support available to an individual should not be assumed to cover commercial work or company expenses. Identify whether the applicant is the person, the business, or another organization. Then assess the eligible activity, costs, and evidence under the rules for that applicant.