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.
4493 opportunities available
Grant and FundingExpert AdviceClosed
INNOGEC
Supports consulting and governance services for Montréal social enterprises
Eligible Funding
- No Condition
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Types of eligible projects
CommercializationHuman Resources
Grant and FundingOpen
MRC Manicouagan — Manicouagan Cultural Fund
Supports innovative cultural projects fostering community and artistic development
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 5,000 $
Eligible Industries
- Information and cultural industries
- Educational services
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
- Public administration
Types of eligible projects
Grant and FundingOpen
Programme de subventions communautaires
Town of Antigonish, Village of Merrickville-Wolford, Township of North Glengarry, Town of Bradford West Gwillimbury, Norfolk County
Support for community-led services and local programming
Eligible Funding
- No Condition
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Types of eligible projects
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Grant and FundingClosed
Events and Youth Initiatives
Supporting community events and youth initiatives against racism.
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 10,000 $
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Types of eligible projects
Grant and FundingOpen
Inter Pipeline Cares (iCare) Fund
Supports community efforts for societal needs and vulnerable groups
Eligible Funding
- No Condition
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Types of eligible projects
Grant and FundingClosed
Entrepreneurship and Innovation Fund — Small Businesses or Entrepreneurs Developing Agri-tech and Cleantech Solutions
Funding for agri-tech and cleantech solutions in York Region
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 10,000 $
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
- Manufacturing
- Professional, scientific and technical services
Types of eligible projects
Artificial Intelligence (AI)TechnologyEnvironment and ClimateInnovation
Grant and FundingOpen
UFA Agricultural Community Foundation - Major Partnerships
Funding for community-focused agricultural projects and initiatives.
Eligible Funding
- From $15,000 to $15,000
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Types of eligible projects
Grant and FundingOpen
ID Gatineau — Economic Diversification Fund
Supports business projects in Gatineau focusing on innovation
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 100,000 $
- Up to 15% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Manufacturing
- Information and cultural industries
- Professional, scientific and technical services
Types of eligible projects
TechnologyInnovation
Grant and FundingOpen
UFA Agricultural Community Foundation - Rural Communities Grant
Provides funding for physical assets to support rural community development.
Eligible Funding
- From $10,000 to $40,000
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Types of eligible projects
Grant and FundingOpen
Rural Transit Solutions Fund — Capital Projects
Money for transit solutions in rural and remote communities
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 5,000,000 $
- Up to 100% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Transportation and warehousing
- Public administration
Types of eligible projects
Technology
Eligible Funding
- Minimum amount : 250,000 $
- Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Utilities
- Manufacturing
- Transportation and warehousing
- Professional, scientific and technical services
Types of eligible projects
Artificial Intelligence (AI)TechnologyEnvironment and ClimateInnovation
Grant and FundingClosed
Building Communities through Arts and Heritage - Legacy Fund
Funding for community arts and heritage capital projects
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 100,000 $
- Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Types of eligible projects
Grant and FundingClosed
Support for Entrepreneurs and Economic Development (SEED) — Sector Research Support
Funding for strategic sector research in the Northwest Territories
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 30,000 $
- Up to 30% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
- Utilities
- Manufacturing
- Information and cultural industries
Types of eligible projects
Commercialization
Grant and FundingClosed
Small Cidery Program
Supports Ontario small cideries to scale and boost competitiveness
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 220,000 $
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
- Manufacturing
Types of eligible projects
CommercializationBusiness Buyout
Grant and FundingClosed
MRC La Vallée-de-l’Or — Regions and Rurality Fund – Component 4 – Vitalization
Support rural revitalization in Vallée-de-l'Or region
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 100,000 $
- Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
- Other services (except public administration)
- Public administration
Types of eligible projects
Environment and ClimateConstruction and Renovation
Grant and FundingClosed
Grants to Youth Organizations
Newfoundland and Labrador Department of Children, Seniors and Social Development, Government of Newfoundland and Labrador
Financial support for youth organizations to foster leadership and social inclusion
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 30,000 $
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Types of eligible projects
Grant and FundingOpen
St. John Ambulance Mental Health Literacy Grant
Supports mental health education through training courses in Nova Scotia
Eligible Funding
- No Condition
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Types of eligible projects
Grant and FundingOpen
Lorne and Evelyn Johnson Foundation Grants
Supports community and cultural initiatives in southern Saskatchewan
Eligible Funding
- From $5,000 to $15,000
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Types of eligible projects
Grant and FundingClosed
Buy BC Partnership Program — Producers, Processors and Cooperatives
Funding to promote British Columbia agri-food and seafood
Eligible Funding
- From $5,000 to $2,000,000
- Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
- Manufacturing
- Wholesale trade
- Retail trade
Types of eligible projects
Grant and FundingOpen
Newfoundland and Labrador — Business Growth Program
Government of Newfoundland and Labrador, Newfoundland and Labrador Ministry of Industry, Energy and Technology
Supports Newfoundland and Labrador businesses to innovate and expand markets
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 750,000 $
- Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Manufacturing
- Information and cultural industries
- Professional, scientific and technical services
- Administrative and support, waste management and remediation services
Types of eligible projects
CommercializationTechnologyInnovationDigital Transformation
Grant and FundingClosed
MusiCounts - MusiCounts Slaight Family Foundation Innovation Fund
Supports schools in enhancing their music programs
Eligible Funding
- From $5,000 to $20,000
- Up to 75% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Types of eligible projects
Grant and FundingClosed
AFA — Community Support Organizations Operating Funding
Annual funding for arts-supporting nonprofit organizations in Alberta
Eligible Funding
- No Condition
Eligible Industries
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
Types of eligible projects
Eligible Funding
- From $10,000 to $100,000
- Up to 65% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Types of eligible projects
Business Buyout
Grant and FundingArchived
Aboriginal Participation Fund (APF) — Values mapping and related projects
Supports Aboriginal communities in mineral regulatory participation
Eligible Funding
- No Condition
Eligible Industries
- Mining, quarrying, and oil and gas extraction
Types of eligible projects
Environment and ClimateHuman Resources
Grant and FundingOpen
Hydrogen Centre of Excellence - Services Capacity
Supports projects related to hydrogen ecosystem and standards development
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 500,000 $
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Types of eligible projects
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Grant and FundingOpen
Fund for Support for Access
Supports accessibility measures for funded arts projects
Eligible Funding
- No Condition
Eligible Industries
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
Types of eligible projects
Eligible Funding
- Minimum amount : 10,000 $
Eligible Industries
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
Types of eligible projects
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 100,000 $
- Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Manufacturing
- Information and cultural industries
- Professional, scientific and technical services
Types of eligible projects
CommercializationConstruction and Renovation Innovation
Grant and FundingClosed
Indigenous Reconciliation Initiative - Economic Stream
Supports Indigenous owned economic development projects
Eligible Funding
- No Condition
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Types of eligible projects
Grant and FundingClosed
Labour Force Management Strategies Initiative (LFMSI)
Funding for agri-food local labour strategies through pilot projects
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 100,000 $
- Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
- Manufacturing
Types of eligible projects
Human Resources
Grant and FundingClosed
Ontario Dairy Processing Modernization Initiative
Sustainable Canadian Agricultural Partnership (SCAP), Government of Ontario (ON), Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada (AAFC), Ontario Ministry of Agriculture, Food and Agribusiness (OMAFRA)
Funding for dairy processing equipment upgrades
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 200,000 $
- Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
- Manufacturing
Types of eligible projects
Technology
Grant and FundingClosed
Community Recreation Enhancement Grant
Financial support for community recreation initiatives
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 5,000 $
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Types of eligible projects
Grant and FundingClosed
Project Development Fund
Supports film and TV project development in British Columbia
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 20,000 $
- Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
Types of eligible projects
CommercializationEnvironment and Climate
Grant and FundingClosed
Building BC - Building BC: Indigenous Housing Fund
Support for Indigenous housing development and operation
Eligible Funding
- No Condition
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Types of eligible projects
S
Grant and FundingTax CreditsOpen
Sport Funding Programs
Supports sport organizations' development and growth
Eligible Funding
- No Condition
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Types of eligible projects
Grant and FundingOpen
Community Grant and Vibrancy Fund
Financial support for community projects and events in Lambton Shores
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 2,500 $
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Types of eligible projects
Grant and FundingOpen
Saskatchewan Parks and Recreation Association - Get Moving Grant
Supports initiatives to increase physical activity and reduce sedentary living
Eligible Funding
- No Condition
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Types of eligible projects
Grant and FundingOpen
City of Lévis — Quebec Business Access Network
Quebec supports entrepreneurs with unified regional business services
Eligible Funding
- No Condition
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Types of eligible projects
CommercializationHuman ResourcesInnovation
Grant and FundingClosed
Financial Assistance Program for Recreational and Sports Facilities (PAFIRS)
Supports development and renovation of recreational and sports facilities
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 28,000,000 $
- Up to 66% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Educational services
- Health care and social assistance
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
- Public administration
Types of eligible projects
Grant and FundingOpen
Impact Canada Challenge Hub
Financing to solve economic, environmental, and social problems
Eligible Funding
- No Condition
Eligible Industries
- Information and cultural industries
- Health care and social assistance
- Public administration
Types of eligible projects
TechnologyEnvironment and ClimateInnovation
Grant and FundingWage Subsidies And InternsArchived
NBIF — Research Assistantships Initiative (RAI)
Funding for hiring student research assistants in New Brunswick
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 45,000 $
Eligible Industries
- Educational services
Types of eligible projects
Human Resources
Grant and FundingOpen
Community Partnership Capital Programs - Community Partnership Major Capital Program
Supports major capital improvements for parks and recreation facilities
Eligible Funding
- No Condition
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Types of eligible projects
Grant and FundingClosed
Canada Digital Adoption Program — Boost Your Business Technology — Digital Advisors
Call for Digital Advisors to support SMEs adopting new technologies
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 15,000 $
- Up to 90% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Manufacturing
Types of eligible projects
Digital Transformation
Researchers And FacilitiesPartnering and CollaborationGrant and FundingArchived
Training and Career Support Program
Supports training and career development in Canadian health research
Eligible Funding
- No Condition
Eligible Industries
- Professional, scientific and technical services
- Educational services
- Health care and social assistance
Types of eligible projects
Human ResourcesInnovation
Grant and FundingOpen
Museums Assistance Program - Exhibition Circulation Fund
Supports traveling exhibitions and artefact loans for museums
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 15,000 $
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Types of eligible projects
Grant and FundingOpen
Ontario Trillium Foundation - Grow Grants
Support to scale proven community programs
Eligible Funding
- From $100,000 to $600,000
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Types of eligible projects
Grant and FundingOpen
CMF — Commercial Projects Program
Funding Canadian digital media projects with commercial potential
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 1,500,000 $
- Up to 75% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Information and cultural industries
Types of eligible projects
Commercialization
Grant and FundingOpen
Saskatchewan Parks and Recreation Association - Framework In Action Grant
Financial support for community recreation initiatives aligning with national wellbeing goals.
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 5,000 $
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Types of eligible projects
Partnering and CollaborationGrant and FundingExpert AdviceOpen
Horticulture Diversification Program
Supports horticultural producers to expand and diversify production
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 75,000 $
- Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Types of eligible projects
TechnologyEnvironment and ClimateInnovation
Grant and FundingOpenClosing Soon
Capital Project Grants - Social Policy - School-Age Care Expansion Capital Grants
Supports creation of new nonprofit licensed school-age childcare spaces
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 2,500 $
Eligible Industries
- Educational services
- Health care and social assistance
- Other services (except public administration)
- Public administration
Types of eligible projects
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Grant and FundingClosed
Small Capital Sponsorship Program
Provides funding for community infrastructure projects in Manitoba
Eligible Funding
- From $2,500 to $30,000
- Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Types of eligible projects
Grant and FundingWage Subsidies And InternsOpen
Alberta Innovates — R&D Associates Program
Wage subsidy for an R&D associate in Alberta
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 105,000 $
- Up to 25% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Information and cultural industries
- Professional, scientific and technical services
Types of eligible projects
TechnologyInnovation
Eligible Funding
- No Condition
Eligible Industries
- Educational services
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
- Other services (except public administration)
Types of eligible projects
Grant and FundingClosed
Youth Mental Health Fund
Funding for community organizations improving youth mental health service access
Eligible Funding
- No Condition
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Types of eligible projects
Grant and FundingClosed
Indigenous Languages and Cultures Program — Indigenous Languages Component
Funding to maintain and strengthen Indigenous languages
Eligible Funding
- Up to 100% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Information and cultural industries
- Educational services
- Public administration
Types of eligible projects
Human ResourcesInnovationDigital Transformation
Eligible Funding
- No Condition
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Types of eligible projects
Grant and FundingClosed
Greening Canada's School Grounds
Supports school greening to connect students with nature
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 10,000 $
Eligible Industries
- Educational services
Types of eligible projects
Environment and Climate
Grant and FundingClosed
Agricultural Clean Technology Program — Research and Innovation
Information not available
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 2,000,000 $
- Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
- Manufacturing
Types of eligible projects
CommercializationTechnologyEnvironment and ClimateInnovation
Grant and FundingClosed
Search and Rescue New Initiatives Fund
Funding for search and rescue initiatives
Eligible Funding
- Up to 95% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Transportation and warehousing
- Educational services
- Health care and social assistance
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
Types of eligible projects
TechnologyHuman Resources
Grant and FundingClosed
Interactive Fund
Grant for British Columbia digital media or software productions
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 50,000 $
- Up to 30% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
Types of eligible projects
TechnologyInnovationDigital Transformation
Grant and FundingOpen
ACOA — Regional Homebuilding Innovation Initiative (REGI)
Supporting innovative housing solutions and construction technologies in Canada
Eligible Funding
- No Condition
Eligible Industries
- Construction
- Manufacturing
- Educational services
- Public administration
Types of eligible projects
Environment and ClimateConstruction and Renovation
Grant and FundingOpen
Biofood Innovation Program Component 5 – Support for knowledge transfer and dissemination
Promotes knowledge transfer and adoption in the biofood sector
Eligible Funding
- From $8,000 to $143,750
- Up to 70% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
Types of eligible projects
TechnologyInnovation
Grant and FundingClosed
Canada Book Fund Support for Organizations — For-Profit
Funding for projects in the book industry
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 2,000,000 $
- Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Information and cultural industries
Types of eligible projects
CommercializationTechnologyHuman ResourcesInnovation
Grant and FundingOpen
Step Forward Entrepreneurs Program
Money for innovation and commercialization enhancement
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 10,000 $
- Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Types of eligible projects
CommercializationInnovation
Grant and FundingOpen
OAC — Media Arts Organizations: Operating
Supports ongoing operations of Ontario media arts organizations
Eligible Funding
- No Condition
Eligible Industries
- Information and cultural industries
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
Types of eligible projects
Grant and FundingClosed
AFA — Artist Manager Program Funding
Funding for Alberta musicians' professional development at CMI
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 5,000 $
- Up to 100% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
Types of eligible projects
Eligible Funding
- No Condition
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Types of eligible projects
Human Resources
Grant and FundingOpen
Nunavut Filmmakers Funding — Nunavut Spend Incentive Program
Rebate on costs of developing films in Nunavut
Eligible Funding
- From $25,000 to $40,000
- Up to 27% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Information and cultural industries
Types of eligible projects
Grant and FundingClosed
Call for Proposals: Collaboration centre for strengthening Integrated Youth Services across Canada
Supports the development of a collaboration centre for youth services
Eligible Funding
- No Condition
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Types of eligible projects
Grant and FundingClosed
Motorola Solutions Foundation
Supports first responders and STEM education initiatives
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 50,000 $
Eligible Industries
- Professional, scientific and technical services
- Educational services
- Health care and social assistance
- Public administration
Types of eligible projects
TechnologyInnovation
Grant and FundingClosed
Hydro-Québec program for the enhancement of natural environments
Supports the conservation and enhancement of Quebec's natural habitats
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 100,000 $
- Up to 100% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
- Educational services
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
- Other services (except public administration)
Types of eligible projects
Environment and Climate
Grant and FundingSuspended
CleanBC — Commercial Express Program
Supports commercial building owners to reduce greenhouse gas emissions
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 125,000 $
Eligible Industries
- Retail trade
- Transportation and warehousing
- Real estate and rental and leasing
- Educational services
Types of eligible projects
Environment and Climate
Grant and FundingClosed
Alberta — Resilient Agricultural Landscape Program (RALP)
Supports Alberta producers in implementing sustainable land management practices
Eligible Funding
- From $2,000 to $300,000
- Up to 100% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
Types of eligible projects
Environment and Climate
Grant and FundingClosed
Artist Studio Award program
Provides subsidized studio spaces to support Vancouver-based artists
Eligible Funding
- No Condition
Eligible Industries
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
Types of eligible projects
Grant and FundingOpen
Quebec Research Fund — Society and Culture Sector (FRQSC)
Supports research, knowledge dissemination, and student training in Quebec
Eligible Funding
- No Condition
Eligible Industries
- Professional, scientific and technical services
- Educational services
- Health care and social assistance
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
Types of eligible projects
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Grant and FundingOpen
Grant funding
Supports financial literacy and sector knowledge projects in Ontario
Eligible Funding
- No Condition
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Types of eligible projects
Grant and FundingClosed
Building Safer Communities Program Grants (BSCP) - Organizational and Youth Sector Capacity-building Project Grants
Supports non-profits building youth violence prevention capacity
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 20,000 $
Eligible Industries
- Educational services
- Health care and social assistance
- Other services (except public administration)
- Public administration
Types of eligible projects
Human Resources
Grant and FundingOpening Soon
Strategic Innovation Fund — Digital Generator – Stream 2
Enhancing digital capacities for Canadian arts organizations
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 100,000 $
- Up to 100% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
Types of eligible projects
Digital Transformation
Grant and FundingClosed
NGen — Advanced Manufacturing Quantum Program
Propel Canada's leadership in quantum innovation by funding transformative, collaborative manufacturing projects
Eligible Funding
- From $1,000,000 to $2,000,000
- Up to 40% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Manufacturing
Types of eligible projects
Commercialization
Grant and FundingClosed
PRIMA — INNOV-R SME
Supporting innovative projects to reduce Quebec's GHG emissions
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 450,000 $
- Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Utilities
- Manufacturing
- Transportation and warehousing
- Professional, scientific and technical services
Types of eligible projects
TechnologyEnvironment and ClimateInnovation
Grant and FundingClosed
Mining Research and Innovation Support Program
Supports mining R&D and innovation in Quebec industry
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 600,000 $
- Up to 40% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Mining, quarrying, and oil and gas extraction
Types of eligible projects
TechnologyEnvironment and ClimateInnovation
Grant and FundingOpen
Lakeshore Community Benefit Fund Grant
Supports community projects benefiting Lakeshore residents
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 5,000 $
- Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Types of eligible projects
Grant and FundingOpen
Community Action Initiative (CAI) - Youth Wellness Grant
Financial support for programs aiding youth and families impacted by drug-related grief.
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 80,000 $
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Types of eligible projects
Grant and FundingArchived
MRC Beauce-Centre — E-commerce assistance program
Funding to support digital and e-commerce transformation for local businesses
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 10,000 $
- Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Retail trade
- Other services (except public administration)
- Public administration
Types of eligible projects
Digital Transformation
Grant and FundingClosed
Agricultural and Sector Show Support Program – Stream 1.1
Supports annual agricultural exhibitions and animal judging activities
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 225,000 $
- Up to 70% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
Types of eligible projects
Environment and Climate
Grant and FundingOpen
Community Investment Program - Revolving Capital Loan
Interest-free loan for community development projects
Eligible Funding
- No Condition
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Types of eligible projects
Grant and FundingOpen
Co-operators - Co-operators Community Funds
Funding for youth employment and mental health employability initiatives
Eligible Funding
- No Condition
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Types of eligible projects
Other SupportGrant and FundingOpen
Learn 2 Earn
Paid employment training and job support for Edmonton youth with barriers
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 6,800 $
Eligible Industries
- Educational services
- Health care and social assistance
Types of eligible projects
Artificial Intelligence (AI)Human Resources
Grant and FundingClosed
RDAR — On-Farm Climate Action Fund (OFCAF)
Supports Alberta farmers adopting sustainable on-farm climate practices
Eligible Funding
- From $2,500 to $75,000
- Up to 85% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
Types of eligible projects
Environment and Climate
Grant and FundingOpen
PEI - Export Trade Assistance
Funding to explore new global opportunities in PEI
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 3,000 $
- Up to 75% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Manufacturing
- Information and cultural industries
- Professional, scientific and technical services
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
Types of eligible projects
CommercializationTechnologyInnovation
Grant and FundingWage Subsidies And InternsOpen
Staffing UP
Financial support for recruiting, hiring, and retaining employees
Eligible Funding
- Up to 60% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Types of eligible projects
Human Resources
Grant and FundingOpen
AgriMarketing Program — Kosher and Halal Investment
Funding to enhance Canadian kosher and halal meat exports
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 2,000,000 $
- Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
Types of eligible projects
Commercialization
Grant and FundingClosed
innovÉÉ — Accord
Funding collaborative research and innovation in Quebec sectors
Eligible Funding
- From $100,000 to $350,000
- Up to 80% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Utilities
- Manufacturing
- Professional, scientific and technical services
Types of eligible projects
TechnologyEnvironment and ClimateInnovation
Grant and FundingOpen
Provincial Funding for French Language Services
Supports BC non-profits delivering services to francophone residents
Eligible Funding
- No Condition
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Types of eligible projects
Grant and FundingClosed
Organic Industry Development — Specialized Equipment
Government of Prince Edward Island (PEI), Department of Agriculture and Land (PEI), Sustainable Canadian Agricultural Partnership (SCAP)
Funding for specialized equipment in Prince Edward Island for organic farming
Eligible Funding
- From $400 to $60,000
- Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
Types of eligible projects
Technology
Grant and FundingOpen
Nunavut Filmmakers Funding — Story Telling Fund
Funding for Nunavut production companies
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 7,500 $
- Up to 75% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
Types of eligible projects
Commercialization
Grant and FundingClosed
Community Funding - Project Funding
Supports capacity-building projects for non-profit social services organizations
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 75,000 $
Eligible Industries
- Health care and social assistance
Types of eligible projects
Human Resources
Partnering and CollaborationGrant and FundingClosed
Drilling Technology Challenge
Funding for innovative drilling technology projects advancing emissions reduction
Eligible Funding
- From $250,000 to $8,000,000
- Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Mining, quarrying, and oil and gas extraction
- Utilities
- Professional, scientific and technical services
- Educational services
Types of eligible projects
CommercializationTechnologyEnvironment and ClimateInnovation
Grant and FundingOpen
Formations de courte durée (COUD) — Water professions
Supports workforce training in water industry professions
Eligible Funding
- Up to 100% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Utilities
Types of eligible projects
Environment and ClimateHuman Resources
Grant and FundingOpen
Justice and Reconciliation Fund
Funds for projects promoting Indigenous and non-Indigenous reconciliation and dialogue.
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 10,000 $
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Types of eligible projects
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