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Business Financing in Canada

Funding is a crucial element for any business looking to start, grow, or innovate. In addition to traditional options such as bank loans or relying on investors, there is a frequently underestimated alternative: grants. This detailed guide explores the various sources of grants available, as well as the financial services and sustainable funding strategies for businesses in Canada. By following the outlined steps, entrepreneurs can identify grants suited to their projects, whether they are government programs, innovation funds, or initiatives specifically targeting certain sectors. Grants are an advantageous solution, often non-repayable, allowing businesses to fund their projects without resorting to debt.

3934 opportunities available
Alberta Conservation Association - ACA Conservation, Community and Education Grants
Grant and FundingOpen

Alberta Conservation Association - ACA Conservation, Community and Education Grants

Supports conservation activities improving wildlife habitats and awareness
Alberta, Canada
Eligible Funding
  • Varies by project
Eligible Industries
  • All industries
Types of eligible projects
Alberta, Canada
Canada Foundation for Innovation - Innovation Fund
Grant and FundingClosed

Canada Foundation for Innovation - Innovation Fund

Supports large-scale research infrastructure projects in Canada
Canada
Eligible Funding
  • Maximum amount : 4,000,000 $
  • Up to 40% of project cost
Eligible Industries
  • All industries
Types of eligible projects
Canada
Community Action Program in the Field of Education (PACTE)
Partnering and CollaborationGrant and FundingOpen

Community Action Program in the Field of Education (PACTE)

Funding for community education organizations
Quebec, Canada
Eligible Funding
  • Maximum amount : 120,000 $
  • Up to 100% of project cost
Eligible Industries
  • Educational services
Types of eligible projects
Quebec, Canada
Eligible Funding
  • Maximum amount : 6,000 $
  • Up to 30% of project cost
Eligible Industries
  • Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
  • Mining, quarrying, and oil and gas extraction
  • Arts, entertainment and recreation
Types of eligible projects
Northwest Territories, Canada
Eligible Funding
  • Minimum amount : 125,000 $
Eligible Industries
  • Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
  • Manufacturing
  • Information and cultural industries
  • Professional, scientific and technical services
Types of eligible projects
CommercializationTechnologyEnvironment and ClimateInnovationDigital Transformation
Ontario, Canada
L’Oréal Fund for Women
Grant and FundingClosed

L’Oréal Fund for Women

Support for vulnerable women and girls resilience
Canada
Eligible Funding
  • From $50,000 to $250,000
Eligible Industries
  • Health care and social assistance
  • Other services (except public administration)
Types of eligible projects
Human Resources
Canada
Launch Lab — Entrepreneurs In Residence (EIR)
Grant and FundingExpert AdviceOpen

Launch Lab — Entrepreneurs In Residence (EIR)

Assistance for technology based businesses in Southern Ontario
Ontario, Canada
Eligible Funding
  • Varies by project
Eligible Industries
  • Professional, scientific and technical services
Types of eligible projects
CommercializationTechnologyInnovation
Ontario, Canada
Eligible Funding
  • Maximum amount : 350,000 $
  • Up to 80% of project cost
Eligible Industries
  • Transportation and warehousing
Types of eligible projects
Construction and Renovation
Quebec, Canada
Group Travel Assistance Grant
Grant and FundingOpen

Group Travel Assistance Grant

Supports group travel for community participation
British Columbia, Canada
AFA — Literary Individual Project Funding
Grant and FundingOpen

AFA — Literary Individual Project Funding

Funding for individual literary arts projects
Alberta, Canada
Open Grants
Grant and FundingOpen

Open Grants

Supports projects in community development and sectors
Canada
The Physicians' Services Incorporated Foundation - Health Research Grants
Grant and FundingOpen

The Physicians' Services Incorporated Foundation - Health Research Grants

Supports physician-led health research priorities
Canada
Arts in communities
Grant and FundingClosed

Arts in communities

Funding for community arts projects in New Brunswick
New Brunswick, Canada
RDAR — On-Farm Climate Action Fund (OFCAF)
Alberta, Canada
Community Involvement Program
Grant and FundingOpen

Community Involvement Program

Financial support for community projects promoting health, education, and sustainability.
Quebec, Canada
Export Market Access Program (EMAP)
Grant and FundingOpen

Export Market Access Program (EMAP)

Money to enhance export marketing for Prince Edward Island businesses
Prince Edward Island, Canada
ProVision Fund
Grant and FundingOpen

ProVision Fund

Support for church-related community projects and ministries
Quebec, Canada
Crabtree Foundation
Grant and FundingOpen

Crabtree Foundation

Supports community and family support activities
Canada
Fund Supported Charities
Grant and FundingOpen

Fund Supported Charities

Multi-year support for local charitable initiatives
Prince Edward Island, Canada
Canada-Alberta Job Grant (CAJG)
Grant and FundingOpen

Canada-Alberta Job Grant (CAJG)

Grant for cost-shared employee training in Alberta
Alberta, Canada
United Way Simcoe Muskoka - Women United
Grant and FundingClosed

United Way Simcoe Muskoka - Women United

Support initiatives for women and children’s wellbeing
Ontario, Canada
R
Grant and FundingOpen

Research Grants (RFA)

Supports research to improve Canadian seniors’ wellbeing
Canada
Historic resource conservation grants
Grant and FundingClosed

Historic resource conservation grants

Matching funding for conserving and studying Alberta historic places
Alberta, Canada
Défi-Québec, an entrepreneurial city
Grant and FundingClosed

Défi-Québec, an entrepreneurial city

Supports innovative startups in Québec and Wendake to launch operations
Quebec City, Quebec, Canada
Freshslice Cares
Grant and FundingOpen

Freshslice Cares

Support youth sport participation and community physical activity
Canada

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Fisheries and Aquaculture Energy Efficiency Innovation Fund (FAEEIF)
Grant and FundingClosed

Fisheries and Aquaculture Energy Efficiency Innovation Fund (FAEEIF)

Provincial funding for sustainable energy-efficient fisheries practices
Nova Scotia, Canada
AFA — Indigenous Arts Individual Project Funding
Grant and FundingOpen

AFA — Indigenous Arts Individual Project Funding

Funding for Indigenous arts projects in Alberta
Alberta, Canada
Climate-Resilient Coastal Communities Program
Grant and FundingClosed

Climate-Resilient Coastal Communities Program

Supports coastal climate resilience and adaptation initiatives.
Quebec, Canada
Brant Community Foundation - Brant Community Foundation Grant
Grant and FundingClosed

Brant Community Foundation - Brant Community Foundation Grant

Supports local charitable community initiatives
Ontario, Canada
FortisBC — Custom Performance Program
Grant and FundingOpen

FortisBC — Custom Performance Program

Custom energy efficiency support for businesses
British Columbia, Canada
Call for Proposals: Skills Research
Grant and FundingClosed

Call for Proposals: Skills Research

Funds skills and labour market research projects
Canada
Language Implementation Fund - Inuit Language Promotion and Protection (Schedule B-1)
Grant and FundingOpen

Language Implementation Fund - Inuit Language Promotion and Protection (Schedule B-1)

Supports Inuktut language promotion and revitalization initiatives in Nunavut
Nunavut, Canada
Research Development Grants
Grant and FundingClosed

Research Development Grants

Support for Indigenous health research development activities
British Columbia, Canada
AFA — Theatre Individual Project Funding
Grant and FundingOpen

AFA — Theatre Individual Project Funding

Funding for Alberta theatre project development
Alberta, Canada
Skills for Success - Research and Innovation Stream
Grant and FundingClosed

Skills for Success - Research and Innovation Stream

Funding for innovative employment and skills research
Canada
Funding of organizations for regional projects
Grant and FundingClosed

Funding of organizations for regional projects

Support for regional urban planning and development projects in Quebec.
Quebec, Canada
Aquatic Habitat Quality Improvement Program
Grant and FundingClosed

Aquatic Habitat Quality Improvement Program

Supports aquatic habitat conservation and restoration projects
Canada
HIV Endgame Funding Program
Grant and FundingOpen

HIV Endgame Funding Program

Supports HIV prevention and care innovation in Ontario
Ontario, Canada
Sports for Kids Grant
Grant and FundingClosed

Sports for Kids Grant

Supports inclusive youth sport participation in Vancouver
Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada
Regional Tourism Grant
Grant and FundingClosed

Regional Tourism Grant

Increase visitation to regional tourism initiatives
Ontario, Canada
United Way Central Alberta - Project Grants
Grant and FundingOpen

United Way Central Alberta - Project Grants

Funding for one-time community impact projects
Alberta, Canada
Metcalf Foundation - Performing Arts Program: Internships
Grant and FundingOpen

Metcalf Foundation - Performing Arts Program: Internships

Supports paid internships in Ontario's performing arts sector
Canada
Heritage Program Grants - Community Museum Grants Program
Grant and FundingOpen

Heritage Program Grants - Community Museum Grants Program

Funding to support museum operations and heritage preservation activities.
Manitoba, Canada
Anti-Crime Capacity Building Program (ACCBP)
Partnering and CollaborationGrant and FundingClosed

Anti-Crime Capacity Building Program (ACCBP)

Strengthens international capacity to combat transnational and organized crime
Canada
Economic Development Initiative in southern Ontario
Ontario, Canada
Employee Donations Fund
Grant and FundingClosed

Employee Donations Fund

Support for local health and food security initiatives
Canada
Public Interest Articling Fellowship
Grant and FundingOpen

Public Interest Articling Fellowship

Funding to support legal training and help nonprofits host articling students.
Canada
AFA — Dance Individual Project Funding
Grant and FundingOpen

AFA — Dance Individual Project Funding

Funding for Alberta dance projects
Alberta, Canada

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Ontario On-Farm Climate Action Fund (OFCAF)
Ontario, Canada
Pathways to Safe Indigenous Communities Initiative
Grant and FundingOpen

Pathways to Safe Indigenous Communities Initiative

Supports Indigenous-led community safety and well-being projects
Canada
Mille et UN Fund for Young People
Grant and FundingOpen

Mille et UN Fund for Young People

Supports projects aimed at young people with funding and crowdfunding.
Quebec, Canada
Alberta — Value-Added Program
Grant and FundingClosed

Alberta — Value-Added Program

Alberta supports growth in value-added food sectors
Alberta, Canada
Zero Emission Transit Fund
Grant and FundingLoans and Capital investmentsOpen

Zero Emission Transit Fund

Supports zero-emission bus fleet electrification
Canada
BC On-Farm Technology Adoption Program
Grant and FundingClosed

BC On-Farm Technology Adoption Program

Cost-shared funding for B.C. farmers adopting new technologies
British Columbia, Canada
Green Transition Fund
Grant and FundingOpen

Green Transition Fund

Financial support for green economy projects in Newfoundland and Labrador
Canada
Training and Regional Events
Grant and FundingClosed

Training and Regional Events

Support for cultural trainings and regional events
Canada
Game Changer Grant
Grant and FundingClosed

Game Changer Grant

Startup support for innovative community projects
Canada
Granting Requests
Grant and FundingOpen

Granting Requests

Supports community activities promoting active lifestyles
Alberta, Canada
Community Initiatives Program (CIP) - Major Sport Event Grant
Grant and FundingOpen

Community Initiatives Program (CIP) - Major Sport Event Grant

Supports hosting major international sports events in Alberta
Alberta, Canada
Gaelic Language and Culture in the Community
Grant and FundingOpen

Gaelic Language and Culture in the Community

Supports Gaelic cultural and language activities in Nova Scotia
Canada
CRIBIQ — PSO-Bioproducts and bioprocesses
Grant and FundingArchived

CRIBIQ — PSO-Bioproducts and bioprocesses

Innovative support for bioproducts and bioprocesses development
Quebec, Canada
Rosemary’s Pantry Grant
Grant and FundingClosed

Rosemary’s Pantry Grant

Support for innovative youth hunger solutions
New Brunswick, Canada
Indigenous Community-Based Climate Monitoring Program
Grant and FundingOpen

Indigenous Community-Based Climate Monitoring Program

Support for Indigenous-led community climate monitoring projects
Canada
Indigenous Priorities Fund
Grant and FundingOpen

Indigenous Priorities Fund

Supports Indigenous-led social, cultural, and legal projects.
British Columbia, Canada
Solid Waste Management Innovation Fund
Grant and FundingOpen

Solid Waste Management Innovation Fund

Financial support for sustainable waste management projects.
Canada
Community Social Investment Program - Sustainable Food Security Fund
Grant and FundingOpen

Community Social Investment Program - Sustainable Food Security Fund

Supports sustainable solutions for local food security
Durham, Ontario, Canada
Community Investment Program - Small Capital Fund
Grant and FundingOpen

Community Investment Program - Small Capital Fund

Supports core operating and small facility expenses
Peel, Ontario, Canada
Community Enhancement Grants
Grant and FundingClosed

Community Enhancement Grants

Funding program supporting local community improvement projects
Prince George, British Columbia, Canada
M
Grant and FundingClosed

Municipal Climate Resiliency Grant

Funding practical climate adaptation solutions for communities
Canada
Culture Quest
Grant and FundingOpen

Culture Quest

Supports Yukon artists with funding for cultural projects
Yukon, Canada
RePlay Fund
Grant and FundingClosed

RePlay Fund

Supports recycled rubber upgrades for community infrastructure
Canada

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Carrot Cache Fund
Grant and FundingClosed

Carrot Cache Fund

Supports projects advancing sustainable, just local food systems
Ontario, Canada
Youth-led Community Health Grants Program
Grant and FundingClosed

Youth-led Community Health Grants Program

Support youth-led health prevention initiatives
Saskatchewan, Canada
AI Sovereign Compute Infrastructure Program
Researchers And FacilitiesPartnering and CollaborationGrant and FundingClosed

AI Sovereign Compute Infrastructure Program

Supports Canadian AI innovation with advanced national computing infrastructure
Canada
Reaching Home Grant
Grant and FundingClosed

Reaching Home Grant

Funding to support community efforts in homelessness prevention and reduction.
Canada
Civil Forfeiture Grant Program - Indigenous Healing
Grant and FundingOpen

Civil Forfeiture Grant Program - Indigenous Healing

Funding supports Indigenous healing projects reflecting cultural practices in BC
British Columbia, Canada
Local Food Infrastructure Fund – Small Scale Projects
Grant and FundingClosed

Local Food Infrastructure Fund – Small Scale Projects

Funding for non-profits to support local food systems
Canada
I
Grant and FundingOpen

Industry Development Partnerships

Support for Canadian dramatic web series initiatives
Canada
Equity through Diverse Impact (EDI) Grant
Grant and FundingClosed

Equity through Diverse Impact (EDI) Grant

Support inclusive youth sport and recreation participation
Ontario, Canada
Heritage Legacy Fund (HLF) - Heritage Awareness Program
Grant and FundingClosed

Heritage Legacy Fund (HLF) - Heritage Awareness Program

Supports awareness and preservation of British Columbia heritage resources
British Columbia, Canada
Local Food Infrastructure Fund – Large Scale Projects
Grant and FundingClosed

Local Food Infrastructure Fund – Large Scale Projects

Boosts community food security and local food accessibility
Canada
Support for Indigenous collectives and organizations
Grant and FundingClosed

Support for Indigenous collectives and organizations

Supports Indigenous arts creation and organizational development
Quebec, Canada
Caring for our Community Grant Program
Grant and FundingClosed

Caring for our Community Grant Program

Supports community mental health and addictions initiatives
British Columbia, Canada
PacifiCan — Economic Development Initiative (EDI)
Grant and FundingOpen

PacifiCan — Economic Development Initiative (EDI)

Funding to support francophone businesses and communities in British Columbia
British Columbia, Canada
The Healing Fund
Grant and FundingOpen

The Healing Fund

Supports healing initiatives in Indigenous communities
Canada
Explore and Create — Professional Development for Artists
Grant and FundingOpen

Explore and Create — Professional Development for Artists

Money for artists’ professional development 
Canada
Audience Development Funding
Grant and FundingClosed

Audience Development Funding

Support for arts audience research and engagement
Alberta, Canada
PEI - Export Trade Assistance
Grant and FundingOpen

PEI - Export Trade Assistance

Funding to explore new global opportunities in PEI
Prince Edward Island, Canada
Première Ovation - Visual Arts, Media Arts, and Crafts
Grant and FundingOpen

Première Ovation - Visual Arts, Media Arts, and Crafts

Bursary program for emerging visual and media artists
Canada
AFA — Summer School Project Funding
Grant and FundingOpen

AFA — Summer School Project Funding

Support for residence-based summer arts schools
Alberta, Canada
CFNS VISIONS Fund
Grant and FundingOpen

CFNS VISIONS Fund

Financial aid for community and educational projects in Nova Scotia
Canada
Première Ovation - Dance
Grant and FundingOpen

Première Ovation - Dance

Quebec City grant supporting emerging dance artists
Quebec, Canada
Great Lakes Protection Initiative
Grant and FundingClosed

Great Lakes Protection Initiative

Supports projects protecting and restoring the Great Lakes
Canada
Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women and Girls+ Community Response Fund
Grant and FundingOpen

Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women and Girls+ Community Response Fund

Support for projects to prevent violence against Indigenous women and girls
Saskatchewan, Canada
Tourism PEI Festivals and Events Fund
Prince Edward Island, Canada
Kindred Cares Grants
Grant and FundingClosed

Kindred Cares Grants

Supports palliative and end-of-life care initiatives
Canada

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