Business Financing in Canada

National Research Council Canada (NRC)

Funding to increase agricultural sustainability in PEI

Eligible Funding

Maximum amount : 100,000 $
Up to 50% of project cost

Eligible Industries

All industries

Types of eligible projects

Download the official 2025 grants guide

Access key insights to maximize your funding opportunities

Understand the different funding programs and find the best options for your business.

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Innovation and R&D grants for companies developing new products, services, or technologies.
Export and international expansion subsidies to help businesses enter new markets.
Workforce development funding for training, hiring, and upskilling employees.
Green energy and sustainability grants for eco-friendly initiatives and energy-efficient projects.
Startup and entrepreneur support programs for new businesses seeking capital and resources.

Maximize Your Business Growth with Non-Repayable Financial Assistance

Take Advantage of Government Funding Opportunities Today

Partnering and CollaborationGrant and FundingClosed

Enhancement of Official Languages Program

Canadian Heritage

Supports linguistic duality and bilingual service delivery in Canada

Eligible Funding

No Condition

Eligible Industries

Information and cultural industries
Educational services
Arts, entertainment and recreation
Other services (except public administration)

Types of eligible projects

INNOVATION

Partnering and CollaborationGrant and FundingExpert AdviceClosed

EUREKA!

Funds for international R&D projects

Eligible Funding

No Condition

Eligible Industries

Manufacturing
Information and cultural industries
Professional, scientific and technical services
Administrative and support, waste management and remediation services

Types of eligible projects

COMMERCIALIZATIONTECHNOLOGYINNOVATION

Grant and FundingOpen

Ontario — Growing Future Opportunities Initiative

Sustainable Canadian Agricultural Partnership (SCAP)

Cost-share support for competitive grape and fruit replanting

Eligible Funding

Maximum amount : 50,000 $
Up to 75% of project cost

Eligible Industries

Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting

Types of eligible projects

ENVIRONMENT AND CLIMATEINNOVATION

Grant and FundingClosed

REGI — Jobs and Growth Fund — CED (QC) — Not-for-profit

Canada Economic Development for Quebec Regions (CED)

Money to future-proof your Quebec non-profit

Eligible Funding

Up to 50% of project cost

Eligible Industries

All industries

Types of eligible projects

ENVIRONMENT AND CLIMATEINNOVATION

Partnering and CollaborationGrant and FundingWage Subsidies And InternsClosed

OCI — ENCQOR 5G Technology Development (SME) Program

Ontario Centre of Innovation (OCI)

ENCQOR 5G SME Program for Ontario technology development

Eligible Funding

Up to 100% of project cost

Eligible Industries

Manufacturing
Information and cultural industries
Professional, scientific and technical services

Types of eligible projects

COMMERCIALIZATIONTECHNOLOGYINNOVATION

Find tailored funding for your business

Discover more funding opportunities on the helloDarwin platform

Look through over 3000 grants, tax credits, loans and more financial aid on the helloDarwin application.

Imagine this: a fast-growing technology startup in Montreal is ready to expand internationally. They’ve built a solid team, developed an innovative SaaS product, and attracted their first round of investors. But as they prepare to hire new talent and scale operations abroad, they face a familiar roadblock—budget constraints. What they don’t realize is that there are government grants that could cover up to 75% of their next hire's salary and fund a good portion of their export marketing campaign. The only problem? They don’t know these programs exist, and even if they did, they wouldn’t know where to start.

This is exactly the problem helloDarwin set out to solve.

In Canada, there are thousands of grant programs available to support business development, innovation, sustainability, digitalization, and more. Yet navigating this ecosystem is like walking through a maze: confusing, technical, time-consuming, and—more often than not—discouraging. The result? Countless companies leave money on the table every year.

helloDarwin’s grant platform is flipping the script by turning complexity into clarity and making funding a strategic advantage for Canadian businesses of all sizes.

The Vision: A Smarter Way to Fund Business Growth

At its core, helloDarwin’s grant platform is built on a simple but powerful idea: funding should empower businesses, not overwhelm them.

Rather than forcing companies to research, interpret, and apply for grants on their own, helloDarwin offers an integrated digital solution that streamlines the entire process—from discovery to application, and even post-approval support.

This vision is rooted in the company’s broader mission: helping Canadian businesses thrive through smart connections. While helloDarwin originally made its name as a B2B matchmaking platform between businesses and service providers, its grant platform marks a bold and logical evolution: solving a systemic challenge with scalable impact.

Step 1: Discovery Made Easy

The first hurdle most companies face with grants is simply knowing what’s out there. With over 3,000 active programs available from federal, provincial, and municipal governments—not to mention sector-specific or innovation-focused initiatives—most businesses don’t have the time or resources to sort through the noise.

That’s where helloDarwin’s discovery engine comes in.

By inputting basic information—such as location, industry, company size, and project goals—users are instantly matched with relevant programs tailored to their needs. The platform’s smart algorithms cross-reference eligibility criteria with real-time data, surfacing only the most promising opportunities.

This eliminates guesswork and opens doors to programs that many companies never knew they were eligible for. A food processor in rural Ontario might find a grant for green packaging innovation. A Vancouver-based marketing agency may qualify for wage subsidies for creative hires. A manufacturing company in Halifax could discover federal funds for equipment modernization.

Step 2: Clear Guidance and Next Steps

Finding a grant is just the beginning. The real challenge begins when companies try to translate program guidelines into action. What are the actual funding limits? How are expenses defined? What paperwork is required? How long does approval take? What’s reimbursed, and what’s not?

helloDarwin’s platform demystifies these questions by offering clear, step-by-step breakdowns of each program: key dates, financial caps, co-funding ratios, admissible costs, and how to prepare a strong application. This reduces friction and helps companies build a confident, executable plan.

Step 3: Human Expertise When It Matters Most

Even the best-designed digital tools have their limits. That’s why helloDarwin complements its technology with real human expertise—grant advisors, funding strategists, and technical writers who know the process inside out.

For businesses that want to maximize their chances of approval, these experts step in to:

Review and validate eligibility
Write or revise grant applications
Build strong business cases aligned with funding priorities
Ensure deadlines are met
Coordinate post-funding reporting

This hybrid model—automation plus consultation—ensures that users get the best of both worlds. It’s fast and accessible for simple cases, and strategic and personalized for more complex projects.

And because helloDarwin is deeply embedded in the business services ecosystem, its advisors also help connect users with certified service providers—consultants, developers, training firms—who can execute the funded work.

Built for Real Business Use Cases

One of the most compelling aspects of the helloDarwin platform is its adaptability to real-life business scenarios. Here are just a few examples of how companies use the platform:

1. The AI Startup Expanding to Europe

A Montreal-based AI startup wants to open a sales office in Germany. With helloDarwin, they discover a combination of export development grants, translation subsidies, and hiring incentives that reduce their international expansion costs by 60%. With grant experts supporting their application, they secure the funds within two months and focus on entering the new market with confidence.

2. The Manufacturing Company Going Green

A mid-sized manufacturer in Ontario needs to modernize its equipment to reduce its carbon footprint. Using helloDarwin’s platform, they match with four green innovation programs that together cover 70% of the investment. The platform connects them with a sustainability consultant and a grant writer—both familiar with the funders' expectations.

3. The Agency Hiring Young Talent

A Toronto-based creative agency wants to hire two recent graduates but fears they can’t afford the full salaries. With helloDarwin’s help, they discover wage subsidy programs for youth employment. The grants cover 80% of the salary for the first six months, allowing them to hire sooner and accelerate delivery.

A Platform That Grows With You

helloDarwin’s platform isn’t just for one-time projects—it’s designed to become a strategic companion as businesses evolve. As companies grow, pivot, or explore new markets, the platform adapts, updating its recommendations and surfacing new opportunities.

Users can track application statuses, upload documents, and collaborate with consultants directly through the platform. They can also explore industry trends, funding cycles, and newly launched programs relevant to their sector.

It’s more than a transactional tool—it’s a business intelligence asset that supports growth over the long term.

Why It Works: Trust, Transparency, and Efficiency

Three values underpin the success of helloDarwin’s grant platform:

Trust Businesses know they are getting objective, vetted information—not biased promotions or limited program listings. The platform operates independently of government agencies and focuses on delivering value to its users first.
Transparency All fees (where applicable) and engagement terms are clear. Grant estimates are realistic, based on program rules, and users are guided toward opportunities that genuinely match their profiles.
Efficiency In a world where time is money, the platform reduces the time spent searching, guessing, and redoing failed submissions. From onboarding to approval, every step is optimized for speed and simplicity.

Making Grants a Growth Habit

Perhaps the greatest long-term value of helloDarwin’s platform is cultural. It helps businesses shift from viewing grants as a bonus—or a last resort—to seeing them as a routine part of their funding strategy.

This change in mindset has ripple effects. Companies that consistently use grants can:

Experiment with innovative ideas without bearing all the risk
Hire sooner, train better, and retain more talent
Invest in technology and sustainability with confidence
Build resilience against market shocks or supply chain disruptions
Gain recognition and trust from investors, clients, and government partners

Grants become not just about reducing costs, but about unlocking potential.

Who Is It For?

The helloDarwin grant platform is purpose-built for:

Startups exploring early-stage growth and hiring
SMEs seeking to modernize or expand internationally
Manufacturers aiming to automate or go green
Professional service firms investing in tools, marketing, or skills
Nonprofits and social enterprises scaling their impact

It’s ideal for companies with lean teams, limited admin bandwidth, and high-impact ideas that need a push to launch.

A New Standard for Funding Access

helloDarwin’s platform doesn’t just make it easier to access grants—it raises the bar for what businesses should expect from the process. No more fragmented research, unreadable PDF guides, or rushed last-minute applications. Instead, it offers a guided, intelligent, and empowering experience that brings grants into the heart of business planning.

In doing so, it supports a more dynamic, resilient, and forward-looking Canadian economy—one company at a time.

Grant and FundingClosed

Energy Innovation Program — Renewable Energy Demonstrations

Supports demonstration of innovative renewable energy projects across Canada

Eligible Funding

No Condition

Eligible Industries

Utilities

Types of eligible projects

TECHNOLOGYENVIRONMENT AND CLIMATEINNOVATION

Grant and FundingOpen

innovÉÉ — Demonstration in a real environment

innovÉÉ

Support for SMEs innovating in sustainable transportation and mobility

Eligible Funding

Maximum amount : 350,000 $
Up to 50% of project cost

Eligible Industries

Transportation and warehousing

Types of eligible projects

TECHNOLOGYINNOVATION

Grant and FundingClosed

Heritage Grants - Heritage Façade Rehabilitation Program

City of Vancouver

Supports restoration and seismic upgrades of heritage building façades

Eligible Funding

Maximum amount : 50,000 $
Up to 50% of project cost

Eligible Industries

Manufacturing
Wholesale trade
Retail trade
Information and cultural industries

Types of eligible projects

Grant and FundingOpen

Business Rebate Program

NB Power

Supports business energy efficiency upgrades in New Brunswick

Eligible Funding

Maximum amount : 250,000 $
Up to 25% of project cost

Eligible Industries

Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
Utilities
Construction
Manufacturing

Types of eligible projects

ENVIRONMENT AND CLIMATE

Grant and FundingClosed

Agri-Food Market Development and Access

Money for New Brunswick agrifood businesses

Eligible Funding

Maximum amount : 45,000 $
Up to 50% of project cost

Eligible Industries

Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting

Types of eligible projects

COMMERCIALIZATION

Access over 3000 different funding opportunities

Try the helloDarwin platform today and find programs that fit your needs

The helloDarwin application makes it easy to unlock grants so your business can grow faster—with less hassle and more impact.

Across the Canadian entrepreneurial landscape, one paradox persists: billions of dollars are available every year in public funding and government grants, yet a large percentage of those funds remain unclaimed. Why? Because accessing them feels like trying to crack a bureaucratic code written in a foreign language.

Public funding is real—but it hides behind administrative red tape, eligibility mazes, fluctuating deadlines, and cryptic forms. The result? Thousands of businesses miss out on critical financial support, not because they’re unworthy, but because the system wasn’t built for speed, clarity, or accessibility.

That’s the problem helloDarwin set out to solve with its grant platform—a tool designed not only to uncover hidden opportunities but to turn them into engines for business growth.

The Reality: Entrepreneurs Don’t Have Time to Chase 28 Government Websites

What the team at helloDarwin realized early on is this: business owners have no shortage of vision, ideas, or ambition. What they lack is time, administrative capacity, and a clear path to funding.

Rather than throwing another data-heavy directory into the mix, helloDarwin built a smart, intuitive interface, backed by a high-impact support system, designed to translate public funding into real action.

No guesswork. No 100-page PDFs. No copy-pasting into spreadsheets at 10 p.m. Just a straight line from idea to opportunity—and from opportunity to execution.

Not a Promise. A Proven Process.

While it may look like a platform, helloDarwin is better described as a methodology. One that has been purpose-built for overworked founders, lean teams, and agile businesses. It follows three clear steps:

Explore — Use a dynamic tool to identify relevant programs based on your business profile, project goals, and sector.
Estimate — Get a personalized forecast of potential funding amounts.
Act — Access expert support to write, file, and manage your grant application all the way through approval.

What used to take companies three to six months (or was abandoned altogether) can now be launched in under a week. And unlike many do-it-yourself systems, helloDarwin’s method is reinforced by actual human support.

On the Ground: “We Thought It Wasn’t for Us”

Sophie, a co-founder of a sustainable design firm in Québec, had always assumed government grants were “for the big guys” or “tech companies with labs.” One afternoon, on a colleague’s recommendation, she logged into helloDarwin.

Within 15 minutes, she found she was eligible for:

80% funding for upskilling her team
Up to $50,000 for a digital process transformation
Export assistance for her eco-certified furniture line

With expert help from the platform’s network, two applications were submitted within six weeks. Three months later, the funds were flowing.

Her team kept working. She didn’t miss a single client meeting. The paperwork? Someone else handled it.

The Secret Weapon: Human Expertise + Automated Insight

The real strength of helloDarwin lies in the seamless handoff between technology and human expertise. Where most platforms offer tools and leave users to figure it out, helloDarwin provides real, qualified experts to walk alongside your business.

Once a relevant program is identified, users can activate support from:

Grant application specialists
Financial and tax consultants
Industry-specific advisors (tech, manufacturing, sustainability…)

These professionals know how to speak the language of funding agencies, avoid technical pitfalls, and build credible, compelling submissions that align with government priorities.

Grants as Strategy, Not Serendipity

One of the key cultural shifts that helloDarwin enables is this: stop seeing grants as a bonus. Start using them as a core business strategy.

By integrating public funding into your business roadmap, you can plan projects more effectively, make smarter investments, and time your initiatives with upcoming funding windows.

Take, for instance, a company that plans to hire three engineers in Q2 of next year. With helloDarwin, they can:

See which programs will be active
Prepare their documentation in advance
Maximize their reimbursement rate (often 50%–75%)
Accelerate hiring without overextending cash flow

This is not opportunism. It’s strategic resource allocation—backed by public funding that already exists.

A Platform That Evolves With You

Grants are seasonal. Programs change. Budgets close. That’s why a truly valuable tool must be living, adaptive, and proactive.

helloDarwin’s grant platform updates in real time. Its users receive alerts when:

A new program launches in their region or sector
Their business becomes eligible for something previously unavailable
A deadline is approaching for a high-value grant

It becomes a funding radar, embedded in your growth planning—not a tool you only use in times of desperation.

Who Is It For?

The answer is simple: any business with a project to fund. That includes:

Startups in early or late stages
SMEs looking to modernize
Manufacturers planning to automate
Creative firms digitizing their services
Exporters preparing to go global
Green innovators solving environmental challenges

Whether you're running a two-person creative agency or a 50-person industrial operation, there are grants for you. The only thing missing is a way to find them—and a partner to help unlock them.

Building an Ecosystem, Not Just a Platform

helloDarwin doesn’t work in isolation. It collaborates with:

Local economic development organizations
Industry associations and chambers of commerce
Banks and financial institutions
Professional service firms and consultants

This ecosystem allows the platform to not only recommend funding, but also connect users with vetted experts and service providers who can execute the projects being funded.

Need help building your e-commerce site, launching your ESG strategy, or hiring an export advisor? helloDarwin connects the dots—from funding to fulfillment.

Three Common Mistakes That helloDarwin Helps You Avoid

Waiting Too Long Many businesses defer their plans because they believe it’s “not the right time.” In reality, most grants have narrow windows. Wait too long, and the funding is gone.
Assuming You’re Not Eligible Public funding isn’t just for deep-tech startups or cleantech firms. It supports marketing, recruitment, training, IT upgrades, and much more.
DIY Grant Applications Too many companies go it alone. But one wrong number, one missed document, or one misinterpreted eligibility clause can ruin your chances.

helloDarwin addresses all three by offering structure, automation, and expert support from the start.

A Cultural Shift in How Businesses See Funding

The deeper mission of helloDarwin isn’t just technological—it’s cultural.

It’s about creating a new reflex in business planning: "We have a project. Let’s see what support exists for it." It’s about empowering even the smallest businesses to dream bigger, knowing that capital is accessible, and the roadmap to get it is clear.

A company that integrates grants into its financial strategy can:

Innovate without draining its runway
Recruit more confidently
Accelerate product launches
De-risk export strategies
Improve retention through training and benefits

Grants don’t just lower costs. They unlock momentum.

Grant and FundingClosed

Building Sector Capacity, Growth and Competitiveness

Government of Manitoba

Supports agri-processing sector modernization, growth, and sustainability in Manitoba

Eligible Funding

From $50,000 to $2,500,000
Up to 25% of project cost

Eligible Industries

Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
Manufacturing

Types of eligible projects

COMMERCIALIZATIONTECHNOLOGYENVIRONMENT AND CLIMATEINNOVATIONDIGITAL TRANSFORMATION

Grant and FundingOpen

Agri-Land Accessibility and Enhancement

Employment and Social Development Canada (ESDC)

Funding for the development of farmland in New Brunswick

Eligible Funding

Maximum amount : 35,000 $
Up to 50% of project cost

Eligible Industries

Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting

Types of eligible projects

ENVIRONMENT AND CLIMATE

Grant and FundingClosed

Tourism Cooperative Marketing Fund

Government of Yukon

Supports Yukon's tourism marketing and visitor attraction efforts

Eligible Funding

From $2,500 to $50,000
Up to 50% of project cost

Eligible Industries

Transportation and warehousing
Arts, entertainment and recreation
Accommodation and food services

Types of eligible projects

INNOVATION

Grant and FundingOpen

Canadian Apprenticeship Strategy – Investments in Training Equipment

Support for Red Seal trades training equipment acquisition

Eligible Funding

Maximum amount : 5,000,000 $
Up to 50% of project cost

Eligible Industries

Construction

Types of eligible projects

TECHNOLOGYENVIRONMENT AND CLIMATE

Grant and FundingOpen

Assurance Systems Program

Ontario Ministry of Tourism, Culture and Sport (MTCS)

Funds for risk management on Prince Edward Island farms

Eligible Funding

No Condition

Eligible Industries

Manufacturing

Types of eligible projects

ENVIRONMENT AND CLIMATEHUMAN RESOURCES

Discover how much grant funding is available for your business

Subsidize your projects with government financial aid

Use our free grant estimator to quickly identify the available grant amounts for which your company may be eligible.

Unlock Your Business’s Full Potential with Government Grants and Financial Aid

Discover How Much Grant Funding Your Business Can Access

Innovation and R&D grants for companies developing new products, services, or technologies.
Export and international expansion subsidies to help businesses enter new markets.
Workforce development funding for training, hiring, and upskilling employees.
Green energy and sustainability grants for eco-friendly initiatives and energy-efficient projects.
Startup and entrepreneur support programs for new businesses seeking capital and resources.

Maximize Your Business Growth with Non-Repayable Financial Assistance

Take Advantage of Government Funding Opportunities Today

Grant and FundingClosed

Yukon Cultural Industries Training Fund (CTIF)

Government of Yukon

Training grant for employees in Yukon cultural industries sector

Eligible Funding

No Condition

Eligible Industries

Information and cultural industries
Arts, entertainment and recreation

Types of eligible projects

HUMAN RESOURCES

Grant and FundingClosed

Experience Ontario 2024

Support for Ontario's tourism festivals and events.

Eligible Funding

Maximum amount : 125,000 $
Up to 50% of project cost

Eligible Industries

Arts, entertainment and recreation

Types of eligible projects

HUMAN RESOURCESINNOVATION

Grant and FundingClosed

Energy Innovation Program — Smart Grids

Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency (ACOA)

Supports smart grid innovations for cleaner, resilient energy systems

Eligible Funding

No Condition

Eligible Industries

Utilities

Types of eligible projects

TECHNOLOGYENVIRONMENT AND CLIMATEINNOVATION

Grant and FundingOpen

ACOA — Aerospace Regional Recovery Initiative

Funding to recover Atlantic aerospace sector

Eligible Funding

Up to 100% of project cost

Eligible Industries

Manufacturing

Types of eligible projects

COMMERCIALIZATIONARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE (AI)TECHNOLOGYENVIRONMENT AND CLIMATEINNOVATIONDIGITAL TRANSFORMATION

Grant and FundingClosed

Transal — Alu 4.0, Digital Locomotive

Transal

Supports Quebec aluminum industry's digital transformation initiatives

Eligible Funding

Maximum amount : 400,000 $
Up to 46.3% of project cost

Eligible Industries

Manufacturing

Types of eligible projects

DIGITAL TRANSFORMATION

Tired of scrolling through all these programs?

Filter funding opportunities relevant for your company on the helloDarwin platform

Sort over 3,000 business funds by your industry, projects and location with helloDarwin's free app.

A Platform Designed for Modern Business Needs

A Vast and Continuously Updated Grant Database

Personalized and Smart Grant Matching

Full-Service Expert Support

Diverse Project Categories and Funding Options

Popular funding categories include:

Digital Transformation: software, cybersecurity, automation, AI
Human Resources: hiring graduates, professional training, retention
Export & Market Development: trade missions, translation, digital campaigns
Sustainability: energy efficiency, waste management, eco-certification
R&D & Innovation: product development, process improvement, prototyping
Infrastructure & Capital Assets: renovations, equipment purchases, workspace upgrades

Many programs offer reimbursement rates ranging from 25% to over 90% of eligible costs, and some can be combined for even greater impact.

Direct Impact on Business Performance

A Perfect Balance of Technology and Human Support

Strengthening the Canadian Business Ecosystem

This dynamic ecosystem not only improves outcomes for funded initiatives but also contributes to a more connected and supportive business community.

A Simple and Accessible Process

From Idea to Execution: Enabling Growth

Grant and FundingOpen

Clean Energy for Rural and Remote Communities

Saskatchewan Health Research Foundation (SHRF)

Funding for renewable energy and capacity building projects

Eligible Funding

No Condition

Eligible Industries

Utilities

Types of eligible projects

Grant and FundingClosed

SHRF — Establishment Grant

Funding for early-career health researchers in Saskatchewan

Eligible Funding

Maximum amount : 150,000 $

Eligible Industries

Health care and social assistance

Types of eligible projects

CONSTRUCTION AND RENOVATION INNOVATION

Grant and FundingOpen

MRC Joliette — Business Assistance Fund (FAE) – Stream 1

MRC de Joliette (CDÉJ)

Non-repayable financial support for new businesses in Joliette

Eligible Funding

Maximum amount : 7,000 $

Eligible Industries

All industries

Types of eligible projects

BUSINESS BUYOUT

Grant and FundingClosed

SHRF — Solutions Program – Innovation + Impact Grants

Saskatchewan Health Research Foundation (SHRF)

Supports Saskatchewan health research for innovative and sustainable impacts

Eligible Funding

Maximum amount : 150,000 $

Eligible Industries

Health care and social assistance

Types of eligible projects

INNOVATION

Grant and FundingClosed

CFI — John R. Evans Leaders Fund (JELF)

Canada Foundation for Innovation (CFI)

Strategic investment for research excellence and infrastructure development

Eligible Funding

Maximum amount : 800,000 $
Up to 30% of project cost

Eligible Industries

Professional, scientific and technical services
Educational services
Health care and social assistance

Types of eligible projects

TECHNOLOGYCONSTRUCTION AND RENOVATION HUMAN RESOURCESINNOVATION

Download the official 2025 grants guide

Access key insights to maximize your funding opportunities

Understand the different funding programs and find the best options for your business.

Unlock Your Business’s Full Potential with Government Grants and Financial Aid

Discover How Much Grant Funding Your Business Can Access

Innovation and R&D grants for companies developing new products, services, or technologies.
Export and international expansion subsidies to help businesses enter new markets.
Workforce development funding for training, hiring, and upskilling employees.
Green energy and sustainability grants for eco-friendly initiatives and energy-efficient projects.
Startup and entrepreneur support programs for new businesses seeking capital and resources.

Maximize Your Business Growth with Non-Repayable Financial Assistance

Take Advantage of Government Funding Opportunities Today

Grant and FundingClosed

Investments in Forest Industry Transformation (IFIT) — Capital Investment Projects

Government of Nova Scotia

Capital for forest sector innovations

Eligible Funding

Minimum amount : 1,000,000 $
Up to 50% of project cost

Eligible Industries

Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
Manufacturing

Types of eligible projects

COMMERCIALIZATIONTECHNOLOGYENVIRONMENT AND CLIMATEINNOVATION

Grant and FundingClosed

Low Carbon Communities

Funding for low-carbon solutions projects

Eligible Funding

Maximum amount : 75,000 $
Up to 75% of project cost

Eligible Industries

Utilities
Transportation and warehousing
Educational services
Public administration

Types of eligible projects

Grant and FundingOpen

Aboriginal Participation Fund (APF) — Advanced exploration and development support

Government of Ontario

Supporting Aboriginal communities in advanced exploration and mine development

Eligible Funding

Maximum amount : 15,000 $

Eligible Industries

Mining, quarrying, and oil and gas extraction

Types of eligible projects

COMMERCIALIZATIONARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE (AI)TECHNOLOGYENVIRONMENT AND CLIMATEHUMAN RESOURCESBUSINESS BUYOUTINNOVATIONDIGITAL TRANSFORMATION

Grant and FundingOpen

Trade Mission Support Program

Ontario's North Economic Development Corporation

Export assistance for not-for-profit organizations in Northern Ontario

Eligible Funding

Maximum amount : 10,000 $

Eligible Industries

Mining, quarrying, and oil and gas extraction
Manufacturing
Transportation and warehousing
Information and cultural industries

Types of eligible projects

Grant and FundingOpen

Enbridge Gas Quebec — Cash incentives – Condensing Water Heater

Enbridge Gas Quebec

Financial aid for energy-efficient commercial water heater installations

Eligible Funding

Maximum amount : 500 $
Up to 90% of project cost

Eligible Industries

Real estate and rental and leasing
Accommodation and food services

Types of eligible projects

ENVIRONMENT AND CLIMATE

Find tailored funding for your business

Discover more funding opportunities on the helloDarwin platform

Look through over 3000 grants, tax credits, loans and more financial aid on the helloDarwin application.

This is exactly the problem helloDarwin set out to solve.

helloDarwin’s grant platform is flipping the script by turning complexity into clarity and making funding a strategic advantage for Canadian businesses of all sizes.

The Vision: A Smarter Way to Fund Business Growth

At its core, helloDarwin’s grant platform is built on a simple but powerful idea: funding should empower businesses, not overwhelm them.

Step 1: Discovery Made Easy

That’s where helloDarwin’s discovery engine comes in.

Step 2: Clear Guidance and Next Steps

Step 3: Human Expertise When It Matters Most

For businesses that want to maximize their chances of approval, these experts step in to:

Review and validate eligibility
Write or revise grant applications
Build strong business cases aligned with funding priorities
Ensure deadlines are met
Coordinate post-funding reporting

Built for Real Business Use Cases

One of the most compelling aspects of the helloDarwin platform is its adaptability to real-life business scenarios. Here are just a few examples of how companies use the platform:

1. The AI Startup Expanding to Europe

2. The Manufacturing Company Going Green

3. The Agency Hiring Young Talent

A Platform That Grows With You

It’s more than a transactional tool—it’s a business intelligence asset that supports growth over the long term.

Why It Works: Trust, Transparency, and Efficiency

Three values underpin the success of helloDarwin’s grant platform:

Trust Businesses know they are getting objective, vetted information—not biased promotions or limited program listings. The platform operates independently of government agencies and focuses on delivering value to its users first.
Transparency All fees (where applicable) and engagement terms are clear. Grant estimates are realistic, based on program rules, and users are guided toward opportunities that genuinely match their profiles.
Efficiency In a world where time is money, the platform reduces the time spent searching, guessing, and redoing failed submissions. From onboarding to approval, every step is optimized for speed and simplicity.

Making Grants a Growth Habit

This change in mindset has ripple effects. Companies that consistently use grants can:

Experiment with innovative ideas without bearing all the risk
Hire sooner, train better, and retain more talent
Invest in technology and sustainability with confidence
Build resilience against market shocks or supply chain disruptions
Gain recognition and trust from investors, clients, and government partners

Grants become not just about reducing costs, but about unlocking potential.

Who Is It For?

The helloDarwin grant platform is purpose-built for:

Startups exploring early-stage growth and hiring
SMEs seeking to modernize or expand internationally
Manufacturers aiming to automate or go green
Professional service firms investing in tools, marketing, or skills
Nonprofits and social enterprises scaling their impact

It’s ideal for companies with lean teams, limited admin bandwidth, and high-impact ideas that need a push to launch.

A New Standard for Funding Access

In doing so, it supports a more dynamic, resilient, and forward-looking Canadian economy—one company at a time.

Grant and FundingClosed

Small Business Support Program — Sustainable Livelihood Fund

Government of Nunavut

Funds for tourism, arts & crafts and harvesting sectors in Nunavut

Eligible Funding

No Condition

Eligible Industries

Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
Retail trade
Arts, entertainment and recreation
Accommodation and food services

Types of eligible projects

COMMERCIALIZATIONTECHNOLOGYENVIRONMENT AND CLIMATEHUMAN RESOURCES

Grant and FundingArchived

Assistance program for organizations working for the economic development of Quebec (PAODEQ)

Ministère de l'économie, de l'innovation et de l'énergie du Québec (MEIE)

Supports Quebec organizations promoting regional export development and capacity

Eligible Funding

Maximum amount : 200,000 $
Up to 50% of project cost

Eligible Industries

All industries

Types of eligible projects

COMMERCIALIZATION

Grant and FundingExpert AdviceOpen

School bus electrification program – Stream 2 : Financial assistance for the acquisition and installation of charging infrastructure for electric school buses

Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries and Food (MAPAQ)

Supports electric school bus charging infrastructure installation in Quebec

Eligible Funding

Maximum amount : 25,000 $
Up to 75% of project cost

Eligible Industries

Transportation and warehousing
Educational services

Types of eligible projects

TECHNOLOGYENVIRONMENT AND CLIMATE

Grant and FundingClosed

Program to support the fight against climate change in the bio-food sector – Component A

Supports biofood sector training on climate change resilience

Eligible Funding

From $40,000 to $330,000
Up to 50% of project cost

Eligible Industries

Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
Manufacturing

Types of eligible projects

ENVIRONMENT AND CLIMATEHUMAN RESOURCES

Grant and FundingClosed

AFA — Dance Individual Project Funding

Alberta Foundation for the Arts (AFA)

Fund supports Alberta dancers' projects with up to $18,000

Eligible Funding

Maximum amount : 18,000 $

Eligible Industries

Arts, entertainment and recreation

Types of eligible projects

Access over 3000 different funding opportunities

Try the helloDarwin platform today and find programs that fit your needs

The helloDarwin application makes it easy to unlock grants so your business can grow faster—with less hassle and more impact.

That’s the problem helloDarwin set out to solve with its grant platform—a tool designed not only to uncover hidden opportunities but to turn them into engines for business growth.

The Reality: Entrepreneurs Don’t Have Time to Chase 28 Government Websites

No guesswork. No 100-page PDFs. No copy-pasting into spreadsheets at 10 p.m. Just a straight line from idea to opportunity—and from opportunity to execution.

Not a Promise. A Proven Process.

Explore — Use a dynamic tool to identify relevant programs based on your business profile, project goals, and sector.
Estimate — Get a personalized forecast of potential funding amounts.
Act — Access expert support to write, file, and manage your grant application all the way through approval.

On the Ground: “We Thought It Wasn’t for Us”

Within 15 minutes, she found she was eligible for:

80% funding for upskilling her team
Up to $50,000 for a digital process transformation
Export assistance for her eco-certified furniture line

With expert help from the platform’s network, two applications were submitted within six weeks. Three months later, the funds were flowing.

Her team kept working. She didn’t miss a single client meeting. The paperwork? Someone else handled it.

The Secret Weapon: Human Expertise + Automated Insight

Once a relevant program is identified, users can activate support from:

Grant application specialists
Financial and tax consultants
Industry-specific advisors (tech, manufacturing, sustainability…)

These professionals know how to speak the language of funding agencies, avoid technical pitfalls, and build credible, compelling submissions that align with government priorities.

Grants as Strategy, Not Serendipity

One of the key cultural shifts that helloDarwin enables is this: stop seeing grants as a bonus. Start using them as a core business strategy.

By integrating public funding into your business roadmap, you can plan projects more effectively, make smarter investments, and time your initiatives with upcoming funding windows.

Take, for instance, a company that plans to hire three engineers in Q2 of next year. With helloDarwin, they can:

See which programs will be active
Prepare their documentation in advance
Maximize their reimbursement rate (often 50%–75%)
Accelerate hiring without overextending cash flow

This is not opportunism. It’s strategic resource allocation—backed by public funding that already exists.

A Platform That Evolves With You

Grants are seasonal. Programs change. Budgets close. That’s why a truly valuable tool must be living, adaptive, and proactive.

helloDarwin’s grant platform updates in real time. Its users receive alerts when:

A new program launches in their region or sector
Their business becomes eligible for something previously unavailable
A deadline is approaching for a high-value grant

It becomes a funding radar, embedded in your growth planning—not a tool you only use in times of desperation.

Who Is It For?

The answer is simple: any business with a project to fund. That includes:

Startups in early or late stages
SMEs looking to modernize
Manufacturers planning to automate
Creative firms digitizing their services
Exporters preparing to go global
Green innovators solving environmental challenges

Whether you're running a two-person creative agency or a 50-person industrial operation, there are grants for you. The only thing missing is a way to find them—and a partner to help unlock them.

Building an Ecosystem, Not Just a Platform

helloDarwin doesn’t work in isolation. It collaborates with:

Local economic development organizations
Industry associations and chambers of commerce
Banks and financial institutions
Professional service firms and consultants

This ecosystem allows the platform to not only recommend funding, but also connect users with vetted experts and service providers who can execute the projects being funded.

Need help building your e-commerce site, launching your ESG strategy, or hiring an export advisor? helloDarwin connects the dots—from funding to fulfillment.

Three Common Mistakes That helloDarwin Helps You Avoid

Waiting Too Long Many businesses defer their plans because they believe it’s “not the right time.” In reality, most grants have narrow windows. Wait too long, and the funding is gone.
Assuming You’re Not Eligible Public funding isn’t just for deep-tech startups or cleantech firms. It supports marketing, recruitment, training, IT upgrades, and much more.
DIY Grant Applications Too many companies go it alone. But one wrong number, one missed document, or one misinterpreted eligibility clause can ruin your chances.

helloDarwin addresses all three by offering structure, automation, and expert support from the start.

A Cultural Shift in How Businesses See Funding

The deeper mission of helloDarwin isn’t just technological—it’s cultural.

A company that integrates grants into its financial strategy can:

Innovate without draining its runway
Recruit more confidently
Accelerate product launches
De-risk export strategies
Improve retention through training and benefits

Grants don’t just lower costs. They unlock momentum.

Grant and FundingClosed

SODEC — Support for entrepreneurial development — Stream 1

Société de développement des entreprises culturelles (SODEC)

Support for enhancing cultural businesses' entrepreneurial development

Eligible Funding

Maximum amount : 75,000 $
Up to 50% of project cost

Eligible Industries

Information and cultural industries

Types of eligible projects

COMMERCIALIZATIONDIGITAL TRANSFORMATION

Grant and FundingClosed

Agricultural and Sector Show Support Program – Stream 2

Government of Saskatchewan

Supports public awareness and youth engagement in agriculture exhibitions

Eligible Funding

Maximum amount : 30,000 $
Up to 80% of project cost

Eligible Industries

Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting

Types of eligible projects

ENVIRONMENT AND CLIMATE

Grant and FundingClosed

Alberta Media Fund — Post-Production, Visual Effects and Digital Animation Grant

Government of Alberta

Grant for Alberta post-production labour costs

Eligible Funding

From $500 to $200,000
Up to 18% of project cost

Eligible Industries

Information and cultural industries

Types of eligible projects

DIGITAL TRANSFORMATION

Grant and FundingExpert AdviceOpen

SK Startup Institute — Business Advising

Advice and expertise for entrepreneurs in Saskatchewan

Eligible Funding

No Condition

Eligible Industries

All industries

Types of eligible projects

Grant and FundingClosed

Trade Commissioner Service — CanExport Associations

Global Affairs Canada (GAC)

Funding for international business development by national organizations

Eligible Funding

From $20,000 to $250,000
Up to 50% of project cost

Eligible Industries

All industries

Types of eligible projects

COMMERCIALIZATION

Discover how much grant funding is available for your business

Subsidize your projects with government financial aid

Use our free grant estimator to quickly identify the available grant amounts for which your company may be eligible.

Unlock Your Business’s Full Potential with Government Grants and Financial Aid

Discover How Much Grant Funding Your Business Can Access

Innovation and R&D grants for companies developing new products, services, or technologies.
Export and international expansion subsidies to help businesses enter new markets.
Workforce development funding for training, hiring, and upskilling employees.
Green energy and sustainability grants for eco-friendly initiatives and energy-efficient projects.
Startup and entrepreneur support programs for new businesses seeking capital and resources.

Maximize Your Business Growth with Non-Repayable Financial Assistance

Take Advantage of Government Funding Opportunities Today

Grant and FundingOpen

Support for Translation and Interpretation Program

Financial assistance for translation in New Brunswick

Eligible Funding

Maximum amount : 10,000 $
Up to 100% of project cost

Eligible Industries

Other services (except public administration)
Public administration

Types of eligible projects

INNOVATION

Grant and FundingClosed

Alberta Innovates — Bitumen Beyond Combustion (BBC) Program

The Forest Enhancement Society of BC (FESBC)

Transform Alberta's oil sands into high-value, non-combustion products, enhancing economic potential and sustainability

Eligible Funding

Maximum amount : 2,000,000 $
Up to 50% of project cost

Eligible Industries

Mining, quarrying, and oil and gas extraction
Manufacturing

Types of eligible projects

COMMERCIALIZATIONTECHNOLOGYENVIRONMENT AND CLIMATE

Grant and FundingOpen

FESBC — 2025-27 Fibre Utilization Funding

Supports innovative fibre utilization projects on BC provincial crown land

Eligible Funding

No Condition

Eligible Industries

Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
Utilities
Manufacturing
Public administration

Types of eligible projects

ENVIRONMENT AND CLIMATEINNOVATION

Grant and FundingClosed

Women Entrepreneurship Strategy’s Ecosystem Fund

Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada (ISED)

Funding for women entrepreneurship growth and support in Canada

Eligible Funding

From $250,000 to $3,000,000

Eligible Industries

Retail trade
Health care and social assistance
Other services (except public administration)
Public administration

Types of eligible projects

INNOVATION

Grant and FundingOpen

Cultural Supports Program — Community Events Stream

Government of Ontario

Funds to increase community profiles in Northern Ontario

Eligible Funding

Maximum amount : 15,000 $
Up to 30% of project cost

Eligible Industries

Arts, entertainment and recreation
Accommodation and food services

Types of eligible projects

Tired of scrolling through all these programs?

Filter funding opportunities relevant for your company on the helloDarwin platform

Sort over 3,000 business funds by your industry, projects and location with helloDarwin's free app.

A Platform Designed for Modern Business Needs

A Vast and Continuously Updated Grant Database

Personalized and Smart Grant Matching

Full-Service Expert Support

Diverse Project Categories and Funding Options

Popular funding categories include:

Digital Transformation: software, cybersecurity, automation, AI
Human Resources: hiring graduates, professional training, retention
Export & Market Development: trade missions, translation, digital campaigns
Sustainability: energy efficiency, waste management, eco-certification
R&D & Innovation: product development, process improvement, prototyping
Infrastructure & Capital Assets: renovations, equipment purchases, workspace upgrades

Many programs offer reimbursement rates ranging from 25% to over 90% of eligible costs, and some can be combined for even greater impact.

Direct Impact on Business Performance

A Perfect Balance of Technology and Human Support

Strengthening the Canadian Business Ecosystem

This dynamic ecosystem not only improves outcomes for funded initiatives but also contributes to a more connected and supportive business community.

A Simple and Accessible Process

From Idea to Execution: Enabling Growth

Partnering and CollaborationGrant and FundingExpert AdviceOpen

Kenora and Rainy River District Business Accelerator Fund

Northwestern Ontario Innovation Centre

Supports business growth in Kenora and Rainy River Districts

Eligible Funding

Maximum amount : 10,000 $
Up to 50% of project cost

Eligible Industries

Manufacturing

Types of eligible projects

COMMERCIALIZATIONTECHNOLOGYHUMAN RESOURCESINNOVATIONDIGITAL TRANSFORMATION

Grant and FundingOpen

Alberta Innovates — Recovery Technologies Program

Government of British Columbia

Advances hydrocarbon recovery technology, reducing emissions

Eligible Funding

Maximum amount : 2,000,000 $
Up to 25% of project cost

Eligible Industries

Mining, quarrying, and oil and gas extraction

Types of eligible projects

COMMERCIALIZATIONTECHNOLOGYENVIRONMENT AND CLIMATEINNOVATION

Partnering and CollaborationGrant and FundingExpert AdviceOpen

Water Incubation Program

2 Degrés

Supports startups developing innovative water solutions

Eligible Funding

No Condition

Eligible Industries

Utilities

Types of eligible projects

TECHNOLOGYENVIRONMENT AND CLIMATEINNOVATION

Grant and FundingClosed

Toronto Main Street Innovation Fund

City of Toronto

The Main Street Innovation Fund supports Toronto's business recovery through grants for innovative community projects.

Eligible Funding

From $25,000 to $100,000

Eligible Industries

All industries

Types of eligible projects

INNOVATION

Grant and FundingClosed

First Nations Clean Energy Business Fund — Equity Funding

Funding for clean energy and capacity-building projects

Eligible Funding

Maximum amount : 500,000 $

Eligible Industries

All industries

Types of eligible projects

TECHNOLOGYENVIRONMENT AND CLIMATECONSTRUCTION AND RENOVATION INNOVATION

Download the official 2025 grants guide

Access key insights to maximize your funding opportunities

Understand the different funding programs and find the best options for your business.

Unlock Your Business’s Full Potential with Government Grants and Financial Aid

Discover How Much Grant Funding Your Business Can Access

Innovation and R&D grants for companies developing new products, services, or technologies.
Export and international expansion subsidies to help businesses enter new markets.
Workforce development funding for training, hiring, and upskilling employees.
Green energy and sustainability grants for eco-friendly initiatives and energy-efficient projects.
Startup and entrepreneur support programs for new businesses seeking capital and resources.

Maximize Your Business Growth with Non-Repayable Financial Assistance

Take Advantage of Government Funding Opportunities Today

Grant and FundingOpen

Alberta Women Entrepreneurs Programs

Alberta Women Entrepreneurs (AWE)

Support for Alberta women entrepreneurs

Eligible Funding

No Condition

Eligible Industries

All industries

Types of eligible projects

COMMERCIALIZATIONHUMAN RESOURCESBUSINESS BUYOUT

Grant and FundingOpen

Accelerate Fund

Yaletown Partners

Early investment and coaching for Alberta startups

Eligible Funding

Maximum amount : 250,000 $

Eligible Industries

Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
Manufacturing
Information and cultural industries
Professional, scientific and technical services

Types of eligible projects

COMMERCIALIZATIONTECHNOLOGYINNOVATION

Grant and FundingClosed

Rural Innovation Fund (RIF)

Northwestern Ontario Innovation Centre

Supports rural Northwestern Ontario communities adopting innovative solutions

Eligible Funding

Maximum amount : 10,000 $

Eligible Industries

All industries

Types of eligible projects

TECHNOLOGYENVIRONMENT AND CLIMATEINNOVATION

Grant and FundingClosed

Fund to stimulate international business tourism – Stream 3 - Support the implementation of incentives designed to attract international business events to Quebec

Supports international business event tourism in Quebec

Eligible Funding

Maximum amount : 200,000 $
Up to 20% of project cost

Eligible Industries

Arts, entertainment and recreation
Accommodation and food services

Types of eligible projects

Grant and FundingOpen

Alberta Innovates — Land and Biodiversity Program

Innovation et Développement économique Trois-Rivières (IDETR)

Leverage the Land and Biodiversity Program to drive sustainable practices in Alberta's natural resource development and enhance biodiversity.

Eligible Funding

Maximum amount : 2,000,000 $
Up to 50% of project cost

Eligible Industries

Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
Mining, quarrying, and oil and gas extraction
Utilities
Professional, scientific and technical services

Types of eligible projects

ENVIRONMENT AND CLIMATE

Find tailored funding for your business

Discover more funding opportunities on the helloDarwin platform

Look through over 3000 grants, tax credits, loans and more financial aid on the helloDarwin application.

This is exactly the problem helloDarwin set out to solve.

helloDarwin’s grant platform is flipping the script by turning complexity into clarity and making funding a strategic advantage for Canadian businesses of all sizes.

The Vision: A Smarter Way to Fund Business Growth

At its core, helloDarwin’s grant platform is built on a simple but powerful idea: funding should empower businesses, not overwhelm them.

Step 1: Discovery Made Easy

That’s where helloDarwin’s discovery engine comes in.

Step 2: Clear Guidance and Next Steps

Step 3: Human Expertise When It Matters Most

For businesses that want to maximize their chances of approval, these experts step in to:

Review and validate eligibility
Write or revise grant applications
Build strong business cases aligned with funding priorities
Ensure deadlines are met
Coordinate post-funding reporting

Built for Real Business Use Cases

One of the most compelling aspects of the helloDarwin platform is its adaptability to real-life business scenarios. Here are just a few examples of how companies use the platform:

1. The AI Startup Expanding to Europe

2. The Manufacturing Company Going Green

3. The Agency Hiring Young Talent

A Platform That Grows With You

It’s more than a transactional tool—it’s a business intelligence asset that supports growth over the long term.

Why It Works: Trust, Transparency, and Efficiency

Three values underpin the success of helloDarwin’s grant platform:

Trust Businesses know they are getting objective, vetted information—not biased promotions or limited program listings. The platform operates independently of government agencies and focuses on delivering value to its users first.
Transparency All fees (where applicable) and engagement terms are clear. Grant estimates are realistic, based on program rules, and users are guided toward opportunities that genuinely match their profiles.
Efficiency In a world where time is money, the platform reduces the time spent searching, guessing, and redoing failed submissions. From onboarding to approval, every step is optimized for speed and simplicity.

Making Grants a Growth Habit

This change in mindset has ripple effects. Companies that consistently use grants can:

Experiment with innovative ideas without bearing all the risk
Hire sooner, train better, and retain more talent
Invest in technology and sustainability with confidence
Build resilience against market shocks or supply chain disruptions
Gain recognition and trust from investors, clients, and government partners

Grants become not just about reducing costs, but about unlocking potential.

Who Is It For?

The helloDarwin grant platform is purpose-built for:

Startups exploring early-stage growth and hiring
SMEs seeking to modernize or expand internationally
Manufacturers aiming to automate or go green
Professional service firms investing in tools, marketing, or skills
Nonprofits and social enterprises scaling their impact

It’s ideal for companies with lean teams, limited admin bandwidth, and high-impact ideas that need a push to launch.

A New Standard for Funding Access

In doing so, it supports a more dynamic, resilient, and forward-looking Canadian economy—one company at a time.

Grant and FundingClosed

Cultural Supports Program — Film and Television Stream

Government of Ontario

Funds for film and TV productions in Northern Ontario

Eligible Funding

Maximum amount : 2,000,000 $
Up to 50% of project cost

Eligible Industries

Information and cultural industries
Arts, entertainment and recreation

Types of eligible projects

Grant and FundingOpen

Fonds Mon virage écologique

Support for Trois-Rivières SMEs in environmental impact reduction

Eligible Funding

From $2,000 to $15,000
Up to 50% of project cost

Eligible Industries

Manufacturing
Retail trade
Professional, scientific and technical services
Administrative and support, waste management and remediation services

Types of eligible projects

ENVIRONMENT AND CLIMATE

Grant and FundingOpen

Nunavut Filmmakers Funding — Market Endowment Program

Nunavut Film Development Corporation

Grants to bring Nunavut films to international markets

Eligible Funding

Maximum amount : 5,000 $
Up to 75% of project cost

Eligible Industries

Arts, entertainment and recreation

Types of eligible projects

COMMERCIALIZATION

Grant and FundingClosed

CBC-APTN Early Stage Scripted Development Program for Indigenous Creators

Indigenous Screen Office (ISO)

Scripted development support for emerging Indigenous screen creators

Eligible Funding

Maximum amount : 30,000 $

Eligible Industries

Information and cultural industries

Types of eligible projects

COMMERCIALIZATIONARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE (AI)TECHNOLOGYENVIRONMENT AND CLIMATEHUMAN RESOURCESBUSINESS BUYOUTINNOVATIONDIGITAL TRANSFORMATION

Grant and FundingOpen

Local Festivals — Building Communities Through Arts and Heritage

Government of Canada

Funding for community festivals showcasing local arts and heritage

Eligible Funding

Maximum amount : 200,000 $
Up to 100% of project cost

Eligible Industries

Arts, entertainment and recreation

Types of eligible projects

Access over 3000 different funding opportunities

Try the helloDarwin platform today and find programs that fit your needs

The helloDarwin application makes it easy to unlock grants so your business can grow faster—with less hassle and more impact.

That’s the problem helloDarwin set out to solve with its grant platform—a tool designed not only to uncover hidden opportunities but to turn them into engines for business growth.

The Reality: Entrepreneurs Don’t Have Time to Chase 28 Government Websites

No guesswork. No 100-page PDFs. No copy-pasting into spreadsheets at 10 p.m. Just a straight line from idea to opportunity—and from opportunity to execution.

Not a Promise. A Proven Process.

Explore — Use a dynamic tool to identify relevant programs based on your business profile, project goals, and sector.
Estimate — Get a personalized forecast of potential funding amounts.
Act — Access expert support to write, file, and manage your grant application all the way through approval.

On the Ground: “We Thought It Wasn’t for Us”

Within 15 minutes, she found she was eligible for:

80% funding for upskilling her team
Up to $50,000 for a digital process transformation
Export assistance for her eco-certified furniture line

With expert help from the platform’s network, two applications were submitted within six weeks. Three months later, the funds were flowing.

Her team kept working. She didn’t miss a single client meeting. The paperwork? Someone else handled it.

The Secret Weapon: Human Expertise + Automated Insight

Once a relevant program is identified, users can activate support from:

Grant application specialists
Financial and tax consultants
Industry-specific advisors (tech, manufacturing, sustainability…)

These professionals know how to speak the language of funding agencies, avoid technical pitfalls, and build credible, compelling submissions that align with government priorities.

Grants as Strategy, Not Serendipity

One of the key cultural shifts that helloDarwin enables is this: stop seeing grants as a bonus. Start using them as a core business strategy.

By integrating public funding into your business roadmap, you can plan projects more effectively, make smarter investments, and time your initiatives with upcoming funding windows.

Take, for instance, a company that plans to hire three engineers in Q2 of next year. With helloDarwin, they can:

See which programs will be active
Prepare their documentation in advance
Maximize their reimbursement rate (often 50%–75%)
Accelerate hiring without overextending cash flow

This is not opportunism. It’s strategic resource allocation—backed by public funding that already exists.

A Platform That Evolves With You

Grants are seasonal. Programs change. Budgets close. That’s why a truly valuable tool must be living, adaptive, and proactive.

helloDarwin’s grant platform updates in real time. Its users receive alerts when:

A new program launches in their region or sector
Their business becomes eligible for something previously unavailable
A deadline is approaching for a high-value grant

It becomes a funding radar, embedded in your growth planning—not a tool you only use in times of desperation.

Who Is It For?

The answer is simple: any business with a project to fund. That includes:

Startups in early or late stages
SMEs looking to modernize
Manufacturers planning to automate
Creative firms digitizing their services
Exporters preparing to go global
Green innovators solving environmental challenges

Whether you're running a two-person creative agency or a 50-person industrial operation, there are grants for you. The only thing missing is a way to find them—and a partner to help unlock them.

Building an Ecosystem, Not Just a Platform

helloDarwin doesn’t work in isolation. It collaborates with:

Local economic development organizations
Industry associations and chambers of commerce
Banks and financial institutions
Professional service firms and consultants

This ecosystem allows the platform to not only recommend funding, but also connect users with vetted experts and service providers who can execute the projects being funded.

Need help building your e-commerce site, launching your ESG strategy, or hiring an export advisor? helloDarwin connects the dots—from funding to fulfillment.

Three Common Mistakes That helloDarwin Helps You Avoid

Waiting Too Long Many businesses defer their plans because they believe it’s “not the right time.” In reality, most grants have narrow windows. Wait too long, and the funding is gone.
Assuming You’re Not Eligible Public funding isn’t just for deep-tech startups or cleantech firms. It supports marketing, recruitment, training, IT upgrades, and much more.
DIY Grant Applications Too many companies go it alone. But one wrong number, one missed document, or one misinterpreted eligibility clause can ruin your chances.

helloDarwin addresses all three by offering structure, automation, and expert support from the start.

A Cultural Shift in How Businesses See Funding

The deeper mission of helloDarwin isn’t just technological—it’s cultural.

A company that integrates grants into its financial strategy can:

Innovate without draining its runway
Recruit more confidently
Accelerate product launches
De-risk export strategies
Improve retention through training and benefits

Grants don’t just lower costs. They unlock momentum.

Researchers And FacilitiesPartnering and CollaborationGrant and FundingClosed

Canadian Emissions Reduction Innovation Network

Government of British Columbia

Supports development and deployment of emissions reduction technologies

Eligible Funding

No Condition

Eligible Industries

Mining, quarrying, and oil and gas extraction

Types of eligible projects

TECHNOLOGYENVIRONMENT AND CLIMATEINNOVATION

Grant and FundingClosed

New Ventures BC Competition

Compete for start-up cash and prizes in British Columbia

Eligible Funding

From $200 to $250,000

Eligible Industries

Information and cultural industries

Types of eligible projects

COMMERCIALIZATIONTECHNOLOGYENVIRONMENT AND CLIMATE

Grant and FundingClosed

Airports Capital Assistance Program

Transport Canada

Transport Canada funds airport safety capital projects.

Eligible Funding

Up to 100% of project cost

Eligible Industries

Transportation and warehousing

Types of eligible projects

Grant and FundingClosed

Call for Indigenous Producers for ISO Delegation to Prime Time

Indigenous Screen Office (ISO)

Support for Indigenous producers attending national industry conference

Eligible Funding

Maximum amount : 2,000 $
Up to 51% of project cost

Eligible Industries

Information and cultural industries

Types of eligible projects

Grant and FundingOpen

Genome Prairie — Precision Health Initiative

Genome Prairie

Genomic precision health initiative for personalized Canadian healthcare

Eligible Funding

Maximum amount : 6 $
Up to 45% of project cost

Eligible Industries

Health care and social assistance

Types of eligible projects

TECHNOLOGYINNOVATION

Discover how much grant funding is available for your business

Subsidize your projects with government financial aid

Use our free grant estimator to quickly identify the available grant amounts for which your company may be eligible.

Unlock Your Business’s Full Potential with Government Grants and Financial Aid

Discover How Much Grant Funding Your Business Can Access

Innovation and R&D grants for companies developing new products, services, or technologies.
Export and international expansion subsidies to help businesses enter new markets.
Workforce development funding for training, hiring, and upskilling employees.
Green energy and sustainability grants for eco-friendly initiatives and energy-efficient projects.
Startup and entrepreneur support programs for new businesses seeking capital and resources.

Maximize Your Business Growth with Non-Repayable Financial Assistance

Take Advantage of Government Funding Opportunities Today

Grant and FundingClosed

Government assistance program for public transportation

Minister of Transport and Sustainable Mobility of Quebec

Financial support for sustainable public transportation projects in Quebec

Eligible Funding

Up to 100% of project cost

Eligible Industries

Transportation and warehousing

Types of eligible projects

TECHNOLOGYENVIRONMENT AND CLIMATE

Grant and FundingOpen

Electric Vehicle Incentive

MRC Thérèse de Blainville

Financial incentive for electric and plug-in hybrid vehicle purchases

Eligible Funding

Maximum amount : 4,000 $

Eligible Industries

Retail trade
Transportation and warehousing
Other services (except public administration)
Public administration

Types of eligible projects

ENVIRONMENT AND CLIMATE

Grant and FundingClosed

Musicaction — Support for Indigenous Entrepreneurs

Musicaction

Empowers Indigenous music businesses through financial support

Eligible Funding

Maximum amount : 75,000 $
Up to 90% of project cost

Eligible Industries

Arts, entertainment and recreation

Types of eligible projects

COMMERCIALIZATION

Grant and FundingOpenClosing Soon

Indigenous Genomics Training and Capacity Program – Alberta

Genome Alberta

Supports Indigenous-led genomics training and career development initiatives

Eligible Funding

Maximum amount : 400,000 $

Eligible Industries

Professional, scientific and technical services
Educational services
Health care and social assistance

Types of eligible projects

HUMAN RESOURCES

Grant and FundingClosed

Articipate — Creation and Development Grant

Articipate

Funding support for developing new artistic work in Ottawa-Gatineau

Eligible Funding

Maximum amount : 5,000 $

Eligible Industries

Arts, entertainment and recreation

Types of eligible projects

Tired of scrolling through all these programs?

Filter funding opportunities relevant for your company on the helloDarwin platform

Sort over 3,000 business funds by your industry, projects and location with helloDarwin's free app.

A Platform Designed for Modern Business Needs

A Vast and Continuously Updated Grant Database

Personalized and Smart Grant Matching

Full-Service Expert Support

Diverse Project Categories and Funding Options

Popular funding categories include:

Digital Transformation: software, cybersecurity, automation, AI
Human Resources: hiring graduates, professional training, retention
Export & Market Development: trade missions, translation, digital campaigns
Sustainability: energy efficiency, waste management, eco-certification
R&D & Innovation: product development, process improvement, prototyping
Infrastructure & Capital Assets: renovations, equipment purchases, workspace upgrades

Many programs offer reimbursement rates ranging from 25% to over 90% of eligible costs, and some can be combined for even greater impact.

Direct Impact on Business Performance

A Perfect Balance of Technology and Human Support

Strengthening the Canadian Business Ecosystem

This dynamic ecosystem not only improves outcomes for funded initiatives but also contributes to a more connected and supportive business community.

A Simple and Accessible Process

From Idea to Execution: Enabling Growth

Grant and FundingLoans and Capital investmentsOpen

MRC de Thérèse de Blainville — Entrepreneurial financial assistance program

Supports entrepreneurs in Blainville through financial assistance

Eligible Funding

No Condition

Eligible Industries

Manufacturing
Retail trade
Information and cultural industries
Professional, scientific and technical services

Types of eligible projects

Grant and FundingOpen

Perennia — On-Farm Climate Action Fund (OFCAF)

Perennia Food and Agriculture Corporation

Supports Nova Scotia farmers adopting climate-friendly agricultural practices

Eligible Funding

Maximum amount : 100,000 $
Up to 85% of project cost

Eligible Industries

Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting

Types of eligible projects

ENVIRONMENT AND CLIMATE

Grant and FundingClosed

Tourism Product Diversification and Marketing Program — Business Planning and Transition Assistance

Government of the Northwest Territories

Funding for tourism product business planning in the Northwest Territories

Eligible Funding

Maximum amount : 250,000 $
Up to 15% of project cost

Eligible Industries

Arts, entertainment and recreation
Accommodation and food services

Types of eligible projects

COMMERCIALIZATION

Grant and FundingClosed

Small Food Processor Scale-Up Program (SFPS)

Investment Agriculture Foundation (IAF)

Supports scaling operations for food processors in BC

Eligible Funding

From $25,000 to $150,000
Up to 75% of project cost

Eligible Industries

Manufacturing

Types of eligible projects

COMMERCIALIZATIONARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE (AI)TECHNOLOGYCONSTRUCTION AND RENOVATION INNOVATION

Grant and FundingOpen

ARBJ — Company follow-up program (PSE)

Administration régionale Baie-James (ARBJ)

Supports business continuity and strategic growth planning

Eligible Funding

Maximum amount : 20,000 $
Up to 50% of project cost

Eligible Industries

All industries

Types of eligible projects

BUSINESS BUYOUT

Download the official 2025 grants guide

Access key insights to maximize your funding opportunities

Understand the different funding programs and find the best options for your business.

Unlock Your Business’s Full Potential with Government Grants and Financial Aid

Discover How Much Grant Funding Your Business Can Access

Innovation and R&D grants for companies developing new products, services, or technologies.
Export and international expansion subsidies to help businesses enter new markets.
Workforce development funding for training, hiring, and upskilling employees.
Green energy and sustainability grants for eco-friendly initiatives and energy-efficient projects.
Startup and entrepreneur support programs for new businesses seeking capital and resources.

Maximize Your Business Growth with Non-Repayable Financial Assistance

Take Advantage of Government Funding Opportunities Today

Grant and FundingClosed

PacifiCan — Aerospace Regional Recovery Initiative (ARRI)

Pacific Economic Development Canada (PacifiCan)

Funding to recover Canada’s aerospace sector in British Columbia

Eligible Funding

Up to 100% of project cost

Eligible Industries

Manufacturing

Types of eligible projects

Grant and FundingClosed

Economic Development Capacity Building

Northern Development Initiative Trust

Financial incentive for local governments' economic development activities

Eligible Funding

Maximum amount : 50,000 $
Up to 50% of project cost

Eligible Industries

All industries

Types of eligible projects

HUMAN RESOURCES

Grant and FundingClosed

Aquatic Invasive Species Prevention Fund

Fisheries and Oceans Canada (DFO)

Supports prevention and management of aquatic invasive species

Eligible Funding

Maximum amount : 250,000 $

Eligible Industries

Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
Professional, scientific and technical services
Educational services
Other services (except public administration)

Types of eligible projects

ENVIRONMENT AND CLIMATE

Grant and FundingOpen

Island Community Food Security Program

Funds for food literacy and security projects in Prince Edward Island

Eligible Funding

Maximum amount : 10,000 $

Eligible Industries

Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
Educational services
Health care and social assistance
Other services (except public administration)

Types of eligible projects

ENVIRONMENT AND CLIMATE

Grant and FundingClosed

Agro-Environmental Services

Government of Nova Scotia

Funding for agro-environmental services

Eligible Funding

Up to 100% of project cost

Eligible Industries

Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting

Types of eligible projects

ENVIRONMENT AND CLIMATE

Find tailored funding for your business

Discover more funding opportunities on the helloDarwin platform

Look through over 3000 grants, tax credits, loans and more financial aid on the helloDarwin application.

This is exactly the problem helloDarwin set out to solve.

helloDarwin’s grant platform is flipping the script by turning complexity into clarity and making funding a strategic advantage for Canadian businesses of all sizes.

The Vision: A Smarter Way to Fund Business Growth

At its core, helloDarwin’s grant platform is built on a simple but powerful idea: funding should empower businesses, not overwhelm them.

Step 1: Discovery Made Easy

That’s where helloDarwin’s discovery engine comes in.

Step 2: Clear Guidance and Next Steps

Step 3: Human Expertise When It Matters Most

For businesses that want to maximize their chances of approval, these experts step in to:

Review and validate eligibility
Write or revise grant applications
Build strong business cases aligned with funding priorities
Ensure deadlines are met
Coordinate post-funding reporting

Built for Real Business Use Cases

One of the most compelling aspects of the helloDarwin platform is its adaptability to real-life business scenarios. Here are just a few examples of how companies use the platform:

1. The AI Startup Expanding to Europe

2. The Manufacturing Company Going Green

3. The Agency Hiring Young Talent

A Platform That Grows With You

It’s more than a transactional tool—it’s a business intelligence asset that supports growth over the long term.

Why It Works: Trust, Transparency, and Efficiency

Three values underpin the success of helloDarwin’s grant platform:

Trust Businesses know they are getting objective, vetted information—not biased promotions or limited program listings. The platform operates independently of government agencies and focuses on delivering value to its users first.
Transparency All fees (where applicable) and engagement terms are clear. Grant estimates are realistic, based on program rules, and users are guided toward opportunities that genuinely match their profiles.
Efficiency In a world where time is money, the platform reduces the time spent searching, guessing, and redoing failed submissions. From onboarding to approval, every step is optimized for speed and simplicity.

Making Grants a Growth Habit

This change in mindset has ripple effects. Companies that consistently use grants can:

Experiment with innovative ideas without bearing all the risk
Hire sooner, train better, and retain more talent
Invest in technology and sustainability with confidence
Build resilience against market shocks or supply chain disruptions
Gain recognition and trust from investors, clients, and government partners

Grants become not just about reducing costs, but about unlocking potential.

Who Is It For?

The helloDarwin grant platform is purpose-built for:

Startups exploring early-stage growth and hiring
SMEs seeking to modernize or expand internationally
Manufacturers aiming to automate or go green
Professional service firms investing in tools, marketing, or skills
Nonprofits and social enterprises scaling their impact

It’s ideal for companies with lean teams, limited admin bandwidth, and high-impact ideas that need a push to launch.

A New Standard for Funding Access

In doing so, it supports a more dynamic, resilient, and forward-looking Canadian economy—one company at a time.

Grant and FundingOpen

Innovation Rebate Program

Funding for Nova Scotia SMEs

Eligible Funding

Minimum amount : 350,000 $

Eligible Industries

Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
Manufacturing

Types of eligible projects

ENVIRONMENT AND CLIMATEINNOVATION

Grant and FundingOpen

Enbridge Gas Quebec — Cash incentives – Effective renovation

Enbridge Gas Quebec

Support for energy-efficient renovations of windows, walls, and roofs

Eligible Funding

No Condition

Eligible Industries

Retail trade
Accommodation and food services
Other services (except public administration)
Public administration

Types of eligible projects

Grant and FundingClosed

Investing in Canada Infrastructure Program — COVID-19 Resilience stream

Infrastructure Canada

Funding for infrastructure projects

Eligible Funding

Up to 100% of project cost

Eligible Industries

Educational services
Health care and social assistance
Arts, entertainment and recreation
Public administration

Types of eligible projects

Partnering and CollaborationGrant and FundingOpen

Strategic Partnerships Initiative

Government of Canada

Supports Indigenous economic development through coordinated federal partnerships

Eligible Funding

No Condition

Eligible Industries

Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
Utilities
Transportation and warehousing
Professional, scientific and technical services

Types of eligible projects

ENVIRONMENT AND CLIMATEHUMAN RESOURCESINNOVATION

Grant and FundingClosed

SOCAN — Travel Assistance

SOCAN Foundation

Travel grants for SOCAN members to support career activities

Eligible Funding

Maximum amount : 1,000 $

Eligible Industries

Arts, entertainment and recreation

Types of eligible projects

Access over 3000 different funding opportunities

Try the helloDarwin platform today and find programs that fit your needs

The helloDarwin application makes it easy to unlock grants so your business can grow faster—with less hassle and more impact.

That’s the problem helloDarwin set out to solve with its grant platform—a tool designed not only to uncover hidden opportunities but to turn them into engines for business growth.

The Reality: Entrepreneurs Don’t Have Time to Chase 28 Government Websites

No guesswork. No 100-page PDFs. No copy-pasting into spreadsheets at 10 p.m. Just a straight line from idea to opportunity—and from opportunity to execution.

Not a Promise. A Proven Process.

Explore — Use a dynamic tool to identify relevant programs based on your business profile, project goals, and sector.
Estimate — Get a personalized forecast of potential funding amounts.
Act — Access expert support to write, file, and manage your grant application all the way through approval.

On the Ground: “We Thought It Wasn’t for Us”

Within 15 minutes, she found she was eligible for:

80% funding for upskilling her team
Up to $50,000 for a digital process transformation
Export assistance for her eco-certified furniture line

With expert help from the platform’s network, two applications were submitted within six weeks. Three months later, the funds were flowing.

Her team kept working. She didn’t miss a single client meeting. The paperwork? Someone else handled it.

The Secret Weapon: Human Expertise + Automated Insight

Once a relevant program is identified, users can activate support from:

Grant application specialists
Financial and tax consultants
Industry-specific advisors (tech, manufacturing, sustainability…)

These professionals know how to speak the language of funding agencies, avoid technical pitfalls, and build credible, compelling submissions that align with government priorities.

Grants as Strategy, Not Serendipity

One of the key cultural shifts that helloDarwin enables is this: stop seeing grants as a bonus. Start using them as a core business strategy.

By integrating public funding into your business roadmap, you can plan projects more effectively, make smarter investments, and time your initiatives with upcoming funding windows.

Take, for instance, a company that plans to hire three engineers in Q2 of next year. With helloDarwin, they can:

See which programs will be active
Prepare their documentation in advance
Maximize their reimbursement rate (often 50%–75%)
Accelerate hiring without overextending cash flow

This is not opportunism. It’s strategic resource allocation—backed by public funding that already exists.

A Platform That Evolves With You

Grants are seasonal. Programs change. Budgets close. That’s why a truly valuable tool must be living, adaptive, and proactive.

helloDarwin’s grant platform updates in real time. Its users receive alerts when:

A new program launches in their region or sector
Their business becomes eligible for something previously unavailable
A deadline is approaching for a high-value grant

It becomes a funding radar, embedded in your growth planning—not a tool you only use in times of desperation.

Who Is It For?

The answer is simple: any business with a project to fund. That includes:

Startups in early or late stages
SMEs looking to modernize
Manufacturers planning to automate
Creative firms digitizing their services
Exporters preparing to go global
Green innovators solving environmental challenges

Whether you're running a two-person creative agency or a 50-person industrial operation, there are grants for you. The only thing missing is a way to find them—and a partner to help unlock them.

Building an Ecosystem, Not Just a Platform

helloDarwin doesn’t work in isolation. It collaborates with:

Local economic development organizations
Industry associations and chambers of commerce
Banks and financial institutions
Professional service firms and consultants

This ecosystem allows the platform to not only recommend funding, but also connect users with vetted experts and service providers who can execute the projects being funded.

Need help building your e-commerce site, launching your ESG strategy, or hiring an export advisor? helloDarwin connects the dots—from funding to fulfillment.

Three Common Mistakes That helloDarwin Helps You Avoid

Waiting Too Long Many businesses defer their plans because they believe it’s “not the right time.” In reality, most grants have narrow windows. Wait too long, and the funding is gone.
Assuming You’re Not Eligible Public funding isn’t just for deep-tech startups or cleantech firms. It supports marketing, recruitment, training, IT upgrades, and much more.
DIY Grant Applications Too many companies go it alone. But one wrong number, one missed document, or one misinterpreted eligibility clause can ruin your chances.

helloDarwin addresses all three by offering structure, automation, and expert support from the start.

A Cultural Shift in How Businesses See Funding

The deeper mission of helloDarwin isn’t just technological—it’s cultural.

A company that integrates grants into its financial strategy can:

Innovate without draining its runway
Recruit more confidently
Accelerate product launches
De-risk export strategies
Improve retention through training and benefits

Grants don’t just lower costs. They unlock momentum.

Grant and FundingClosed

Accelerating Innovations into CarE (AICE) – Tech for Healthy Aging

MRC du Golfe du Saint Laurent

Accelerates the commercialization of innovative technologies to enhance healthy aging

Eligible Funding

Maximum amount : 300,000 $
Up to 50% of project cost

Eligible Industries

Health care and social assistance

Types of eligible projects

COMMERCIALIZATIONTECHNOLOGYDIGITAL TRANSFORMATION

Grant and FundingOpen

MRC du Golfe-du-Saint-Laurent — Rural Development Fund (FDR)

Supports sustainable rural community development in Quebec

Eligible Funding

Maximum amount : 25,000 $

Eligible Industries

Educational services
Health care and social assistance
Arts, entertainment and recreation
Other services (except public administration)

Types of eligible projects

ENVIRONMENT AND CLIMATEHUMAN RESOURCES

Grant and FundingOpen

PRCCM – Stream 1

Supports forest road and bridge development for public land

Eligible Funding

Up to 90% of project cost

Eligible Industries

Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
Mining, quarrying, and oil and gas extraction

Types of eligible projects

ENVIRONMENT AND CLIMATE

Grant and FundingOpen

Agriculture Research and Innovation — Applied Research (Agricultural Producers)

Ontario Centre of Innovation (OCI)

Funding for short-term applied research in Prince Edward Island agriculture

Eligible Funding

Maximum amount : 80,000 $
Up to 35% of project cost

Eligible Industries

All industries

Types of eligible projects

Grant and FundingOpen

Enbridge Gas Quebec — Cash incentives – Dishwasher Energy Star

Enbridge Gas Quebec

Supports energy-efficient commercial dishwasher upgrades in Quebec kitchens

Eligible Funding

From $1,400 to $3,060

Eligible Industries

Accommodation and food services

Types of eligible projects

TECHNOLOGYENVIRONMENT AND CLIMATE

Discover how much grant funding is available for your business

Subsidize your projects with government financial aid

Use our free grant estimator to quickly identify the available grant amounts for which your company may be eligible.

Unlock Your Business’s Full Potential with Government Grants and Financial Aid

Discover How Much Grant Funding Your Business Can Access

Innovation and R&D grants for companies developing new products, services, or technologies.
Export and international expansion subsidies to help businesses enter new markets.
Workforce development funding for training, hiring, and upskilling employees.
Green energy and sustainability grants for eco-friendly initiatives and energy-efficient projects.
Startup and entrepreneur support programs for new businesses seeking capital and resources.

Maximize Your Business Growth with Non-Repayable Financial Assistance

Take Advantage of Government Funding Opportunities Today

Grant and FundingOpen

OCI — Ready 4 Market (R4M)

Ontario pre-seed fund for early-stage tech start-ups

Eligible Funding

From $500,000 to $250,000

Eligible Industries

Information and cultural industries
Professional, scientific and technical services
Health care and social assistance

Types of eligible projects

COMMERCIALIZATIONTECHNOLOGYINNOVATION

Grant and FundingOpen

OTF — Youth Innovations Test Grant

Ontario Trillium Foundation (OTF)

Funding for youth-led projects testing new community solutions

Eligible Funding

Maximum amount : 100,000 $
Up to 15% of project cost

Eligible Industries

Arts, entertainment and recreation
Other services (except public administration)
Public administration

Types of eligible projects

INNOVATION

Grant and FundingOpen

Documentary Heritage Communities Program (DHCP)

Library and Archives Canada

Money for documentary heritage organizations

Eligible Funding

From $24,999 to $150,000
Up to 100% of project cost

Eligible Industries

Information and cultural industries

Types of eligible projects

DIGITAL TRANSFORMATION

Grant and FundingClosed

Strategic Industry Growth Initiative

Funding for Prince Edward Island to commercialize new food products

Eligible Funding

Maximum amount : 20,000 $
Up to 85% of project cost

Eligible Industries

Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
Manufacturing

Types of eligible projects

COMMERCIALIZATION

Grant and FundingClosed

Investments in Forest Industry Transformation (IFIT) — Studies projects

Funding for forest sector studies

Eligible Funding

Minimum amount : 100,000 $
Up to 50% of project cost

Eligible Industries

Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
Manufacturing

Types of eligible projects

COMMERCIALIZATIONTECHNOLOGYENVIRONMENT AND CLIMATEINNOVATION

Tired of scrolling through all these programs?

Filter funding opportunities relevant for your company on the helloDarwin platform

Sort over 3,000 business funds by your industry, projects and location with helloDarwin's free app.

A Platform Designed for Modern Business Needs

A Vast and Continuously Updated Grant Database

Personalized and Smart Grant Matching

Full-Service Expert Support

Diverse Project Categories and Funding Options

Popular funding categories include:

Digital Transformation: software, cybersecurity, automation, AI
Human Resources: hiring graduates, professional training, retention
Export & Market Development: trade missions, translation, digital campaigns
Sustainability: energy efficiency, waste management, eco-certification
R&D & Innovation: product development, process improvement, prototyping
Infrastructure & Capital Assets: renovations, equipment purchases, workspace upgrades

Many programs offer reimbursement rates ranging from 25% to over 90% of eligible costs, and some can be combined for even greater impact.

Direct Impact on Business Performance

A Perfect Balance of Technology and Human Support

Strengthening the Canadian Business Ecosystem

This dynamic ecosystem not only improves outcomes for funded initiatives but also contributes to a more connected and supportive business community.

A Simple and Accessible Process

From Idea to Execution: Enabling Growth

Grant and FundingOpen

Business Planning, Skills Development and Agriculture Education

Économie du Savoir Mauricie (ESM)

Agriculture business planning and skills development in New Brunswick

Eligible Funding

Maximum amount : 25,000 $
Up to 80% of project cost

Eligible Industries

Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting

Types of eligible projects

COMMERCIALIZATIONTECHNOLOGYHUMAN RESOURCESINNOVATION

Grant and FundingClosed

Initiatives program (FIP)

Tourisme Montréal

Funding for innovative and sustainable Montreal tourism projects

Eligible Funding

Up to 80% of project cost

Eligible Industries

Arts, entertainment and recreation
Accommodation and food services

Types of eligible projects

ENVIRONMENT AND CLIMATECONSTRUCTION AND RENOVATION DIGITAL TRANSFORMATION

Grant and FundingOpen

Creative Saskatchewan - Feature Film & TV Production

Creative Saskatchewan

Funding for Saskatchewan film and TV production projects

Eligible Funding

Maximum amount : 5,000,000 $
Up to 30% of project cost

Eligible Industries

Information and cultural industries

Types of eligible projects

CONSTRUCTION AND RENOVATION

Grant and FundingOpen

ERACM program - Business support: assistance and financing

Business funding and support for innovation projects

Eligible Funding

Maximum amount : 24,750 $
Up to 55% of project cost

Eligible Industries

Manufacturing
Information and cultural industries
Professional, scientific and technical services

Types of eligible projects

COMMERCIALIZATIONINNOVATIONDIGITAL TRANSFORMATION

Grant and FundingOpen

Market Development and Access

Funding for emerging market opportunities in New Brunswick agriculture

Eligible Funding

Maximum amount : 45,000 $
Up to 50% of project cost

Eligible Industries

Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting

Types of eligible projects

COMMERCIALIZATIONINNOVATION

Download the official 2025 grants guide

Access key insights to maximize your funding opportunities

Understand the different funding programs and find the best options for your business.

Unlock Your Business’s Full Potential with Government Grants and Financial Aid

Discover How Much Grant Funding Your Business Can Access

Innovation and R&D grants for companies developing new products, services, or technologies.
Export and international expansion subsidies to help businesses enter new markets.
Workforce development funding for training, hiring, and upskilling employees.
Green energy and sustainability grants for eco-friendly initiatives and energy-efficient projects.
Startup and entrepreneur support programs for new businesses seeking capital and resources.

Maximize Your Business Growth with Non-Repayable Financial Assistance

Take Advantage of Government Funding Opportunities Today

Grant and FundingOpen

Adjustment Services

Canadian Northern Economic Development Agency (CanNor)

Funding to support human resource management

Eligible Funding

Up to 50% of project cost

Eligible Industries

Educational services

Types of eligible projects

HUMAN RESOURCES

Grant and FundingOpen

CanNor — IDEANorth

IDEANorth promotes Northern economic diversification and development

Eligible Funding

Maximum amount : 6,000,000 $
Up to 80% of project cost

Eligible Industries

Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
Mining, quarrying, and oil and gas extraction

Types of eligible projects

COMMERCIALIZATIONTECHNOLOGYCONSTRUCTION AND RENOVATION INNOVATION

Grant and FundingClosed

Sectoral Workforce Solutions Program

Employment and Social Development Canada (ESDC)

Funding to support employers toward economic recovery

Eligible Funding

Up to 10% of project cost

Eligible Industries

All industries

Types of eligible projects

HUMAN RESOURCES

Grant and FundingClosed

OTF — Capital Grant

Ontario Trillium Foundation (OTF)

Funding to enhance and upgrade Ontario community facilities and spaces

Eligible Funding

From $10,000 to $200,000

Eligible Industries

Arts, entertainment and recreation
Other services (except public administration)
Public administration

Types of eligible projects

CONSTRUCTION AND RENOVATION

Grant and FundingClosed

Supporting Artistic Practice — Literary Publishing Projects

Canada Council for the Arts (CCA)

Money to support publishing Canadian literature

Eligible Funding

Maximum amount : 30,000 $

Eligible Industries

Arts, entertainment and recreation

Types of eligible projects

Find tailored funding for your business

Discover more funding opportunities on the helloDarwin platform

Look through over 3000 grants, tax credits, loans and more financial aid on the helloDarwin application.

This is exactly the problem helloDarwin set out to solve.

helloDarwin’s grant platform is flipping the script by turning complexity into clarity and making funding a strategic advantage for Canadian businesses of all sizes.

The Vision: A Smarter Way to Fund Business Growth

At its core, helloDarwin’s grant platform is built on a simple but powerful idea: funding should empower businesses, not overwhelm them.

Step 1: Discovery Made Easy

That’s where helloDarwin’s discovery engine comes in.

Step 2: Clear Guidance and Next Steps

Step 3: Human Expertise When It Matters Most

For businesses that want to maximize their chances of approval, these experts step in to:

Review and validate eligibility
Write or revise grant applications
Build strong business cases aligned with funding priorities
Ensure deadlines are met
Coordinate post-funding reporting

Built for Real Business Use Cases

One of the most compelling aspects of the helloDarwin platform is its adaptability to real-life business scenarios. Here are just a few examples of how companies use the platform:

1. The AI Startup Expanding to Europe

2. The Manufacturing Company Going Green

3. The Agency Hiring Young Talent

A Platform That Grows With You

It’s more than a transactional tool—it’s a business intelligence asset that supports growth over the long term.

Why It Works: Trust, Transparency, and Efficiency

Three values underpin the success of helloDarwin’s grant platform:

Trust Businesses know they are getting objective, vetted information—not biased promotions or limited program listings. The platform operates independently of government agencies and focuses on delivering value to its users first.
Transparency All fees (where applicable) and engagement terms are clear. Grant estimates are realistic, based on program rules, and users are guided toward opportunities that genuinely match their profiles.
Efficiency In a world where time is money, the platform reduces the time spent searching, guessing, and redoing failed submissions. From onboarding to approval, every step is optimized for speed and simplicity.

Making Grants a Growth Habit

This change in mindset has ripple effects. Companies that consistently use grants can:

Experiment with innovative ideas without bearing all the risk
Hire sooner, train better, and retain more talent
Invest in technology and sustainability with confidence
Build resilience against market shocks or supply chain disruptions
Gain recognition and trust from investors, clients, and government partners

Grants become not just about reducing costs, but about unlocking potential.

Who Is It For?

The helloDarwin grant platform is purpose-built for:

Startups exploring early-stage growth and hiring
SMEs seeking to modernize or expand internationally
Manufacturers aiming to automate or go green
Professional service firms investing in tools, marketing, or skills
Nonprofits and social enterprises scaling their impact

It’s ideal for companies with lean teams, limited admin bandwidth, and high-impact ideas that need a push to launch.

A New Standard for Funding Access

In doing so, it supports a more dynamic, resilient, and forward-looking Canadian economy—one company at a time.

Grant and FundingExpert AdviceOpen

Invest Ottawa Scale-Up Platform

Invest Ottawa

Support for high-growth product-based tech firms

Eligible Funding

No Condition

Eligible Industries

Information and cultural industries
Professional, scientific and technical services

Types of eligible projects

TECHNOLOGY

Grant and FundingOpen

Nunavummi Nangminiqaqtunik Ikajuuti Procurement

Government of Nunavut

Bid adjustment on Nunavut contracts

Eligible Funding

Up to 5% of project cost

Eligible Industries

All industries

Types of eligible projects

Grant and FundingClosed

Canada - Manitoba Job Grant

Government of Manitoba

Money for employee training in Manitoba

Eligible Funding

Maximum amount : 100,000 $
Up to 75% of project cost

Eligible Industries

All industries

Types of eligible projects

HUMAN RESOURCES

Grant and FundingOpen

Sustainable Canadian Agricultural Partnership in New Brunswick

Government of British Columbia

Funds for agri-food sustainability in New Brunswick

Eligible Funding

Maximum amount : 50,000 $
Up to 25% of project cost

Eligible Industries

Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
Manufacturing

Types of eligible projects

TECHNOLOGYINNOVATION

Grant and FundingOpen

Child Care Operating Funding (CCOF) - Base Funding

Financial support for BC family and group child-care providers

Eligible Funding

No Condition

Eligible Industries

Health care and social assistance

Types of eligible projects

Access over 3000 different funding opportunities

Try the helloDarwin platform today and find programs that fit your needs

The helloDarwin application makes it easy to unlock grants so your business can grow faster—with less hassle and more impact.

That’s the problem helloDarwin set out to solve with its grant platform—a tool designed not only to uncover hidden opportunities but to turn them into engines for business growth.

The Reality: Entrepreneurs Don’t Have Time to Chase 28 Government Websites

No guesswork. No 100-page PDFs. No copy-pasting into spreadsheets at 10 p.m. Just a straight line from idea to opportunity—and from opportunity to execution.

Not a Promise. A Proven Process.

Explore — Use a dynamic tool to identify relevant programs based on your business profile, project goals, and sector.
Estimate — Get a personalized forecast of potential funding amounts.
Act — Access expert support to write, file, and manage your grant application all the way through approval.

On the Ground: “We Thought It Wasn’t for Us”

Within 15 minutes, she found she was eligible for:

80% funding for upskilling her team
Up to $50,000 for a digital process transformation
Export assistance for her eco-certified furniture line

With expert help from the platform’s network, two applications were submitted within six weeks. Three months later, the funds were flowing.

Her team kept working. She didn’t miss a single client meeting. The paperwork? Someone else handled it.

The Secret Weapon: Human Expertise + Automated Insight

Once a relevant program is identified, users can activate support from:

Grant application specialists
Financial and tax consultants
Industry-specific advisors (tech, manufacturing, sustainability…)

These professionals know how to speak the language of funding agencies, avoid technical pitfalls, and build credible, compelling submissions that align with government priorities.

Grants as Strategy, Not Serendipity

One of the key cultural shifts that helloDarwin enables is this: stop seeing grants as a bonus. Start using them as a core business strategy.

By integrating public funding into your business roadmap, you can plan projects more effectively, make smarter investments, and time your initiatives with upcoming funding windows.

Take, for instance, a company that plans to hire three engineers in Q2 of next year. With helloDarwin, they can:

See which programs will be active
Prepare their documentation in advance
Maximize their reimbursement rate (often 50%–75%)
Accelerate hiring without overextending cash flow

This is not opportunism. It’s strategic resource allocation—backed by public funding that already exists.

A Platform That Evolves With You

Grants are seasonal. Programs change. Budgets close. That’s why a truly valuable tool must be living, adaptive, and proactive.

helloDarwin’s grant platform updates in real time. Its users receive alerts when:

A new program launches in their region or sector
Their business becomes eligible for something previously unavailable
A deadline is approaching for a high-value grant

It becomes a funding radar, embedded in your growth planning—not a tool you only use in times of desperation.

Who Is It For?

The answer is simple: any business with a project to fund. That includes:

Startups in early or late stages
SMEs looking to modernize
Manufacturers planning to automate
Creative firms digitizing their services
Exporters preparing to go global
Green innovators solving environmental challenges

Whether you're running a two-person creative agency or a 50-person industrial operation, there are grants for you. The only thing missing is a way to find them—and a partner to help unlock them.

Building an Ecosystem, Not Just a Platform

helloDarwin doesn’t work in isolation. It collaborates with:

Local economic development organizations
Industry associations and chambers of commerce
Banks and financial institutions
Professional service firms and consultants

This ecosystem allows the platform to not only recommend funding, but also connect users with vetted experts and service providers who can execute the projects being funded.

Need help building your e-commerce site, launching your ESG strategy, or hiring an export advisor? helloDarwin connects the dots—from funding to fulfillment.

Three Common Mistakes That helloDarwin Helps You Avoid

Waiting Too Long Many businesses defer their plans because they believe it’s “not the right time.” In reality, most grants have narrow windows. Wait too long, and the funding is gone.
Assuming You’re Not Eligible Public funding isn’t just for deep-tech startups or cleantech firms. It supports marketing, recruitment, training, IT upgrades, and much more.
DIY Grant Applications Too many companies go it alone. But one wrong number, one missed document, or one misinterpreted eligibility clause can ruin your chances.

helloDarwin addresses all three by offering structure, automation, and expert support from the start.

A Cultural Shift in How Businesses See Funding

The deeper mission of helloDarwin isn’t just technological—it’s cultural.

A company that integrates grants into its financial strategy can:

Innovate without draining its runway
Recruit more confidently
Accelerate product launches
De-risk export strategies
Improve retention through training and benefits

Grants don’t just lower costs. They unlock momentum.

Grant and FundingOpen

LRCC — Metis Women Entrepreneurship Program

Louis Riel Capital Corporation (LRCC)

Money for Metis Women-owned businesses in Manitoba

Eligible Funding

Maximum amount : 50,000 $

Eligible Industries

All industries

Types of eligible projects

COMMERCIALIZATIONINNOVATION

Grant and FundingOpen

Advancing Agri-Food Processing

New Brunswick agri-food product development funding

Eligible Funding

Maximum amount : 50,000 $
Up to 30% of project cost

Eligible Industries

Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
Manufacturing

Types of eligible projects

INNOVATION

Grant and FundingOpen

Livestock Strategy Program — Provincial Abattoir

Funding to increase profitability of PEI livestock industry

Eligible Funding

No Condition

Eligible Industries

Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
Public administration

Types of eligible projects

TECHNOLOGYENVIRONMENT AND CLIMATEINNOVATION

Grant and FundingArchived

Technology showcase program for buildings and innovative wood solutions