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.
4389 opportunities available
Partnering and CollaborationGrant and FundingClosed
Enhancement of Official Languages Program
Canadian HeritageSupports 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!
National Research Council Canada (NRC)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 FundingClosed
Ontario 400th Celebrations Program
Ministry of Francophone AffairsFunding for cultural and tourism events celebrating Francophone heritage in Ontario
Eligible Funding
- No Condition
Eligible Industries
- Information and cultural industries
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
- Other services (except public administration)
- Public administration
Types of eligible projects
Grant and FundingClosed
Dufferin Vision Fund Grants
Dufferin Community FoundationSupports cultural activities improving community mental health
Eligible Funding
- No Condition
Eligible Industries
- Health care and social assistance
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
Types of eligible projects
Grant and FundingClosed
Alberta Innovates — LevMax-Health
Alberta InnovatesFunding support for health research and innovation in Alberta
Eligible Funding
- No Condition
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Types of eligible projects
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 FundingOpen
INVEST North Program — Investment – Locate Stream
Northern Ontario Heritage Fund Corporation (NOHFC)Supports businesses relocating operations to Northern Ontario for economic growth
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 5,000,000 $
- Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
- Manufacturing
- Information and cultural industries
- Professional, scientific and technical services
Types of eligible projects
CommercializationConstruction and Renovation Digital Transformation
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
Grant and FundingOpen
Council Discretionary Grants
City of VernonSupports community initiatives benefiting residents
Eligible Funding
- No Condition
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Types of eligible projects
Grant and FundingOpen
Yukon Film — Training Fund
Government of YukonFunding for Yukon film and digital media training initiatives
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 10,000 $
- Up to 75% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Information and cultural industries
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
Types of eligible projects
CommercializationHuman ResourcesDigital Transformation
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
Eligible Funding
- From $20,000 to $20,000
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Types of eligible projects
Grant and FundingClosed
Environment Fund Grant
Dufferin Community FoundationSupports innovative community environmental management initiatives
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 2,000 $
Eligible Industries
- Other services (except public administration)
Types of eligible projects
TechnologyEnvironment and ClimateInnovation
Grant and FundingClosed
Energy Innovation Program — Renewable Energy Demonstrations
Natural Resources Canada (NRCan)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 FundingClosed
Anti-Human Trafficking Community Supports Fund
Ministry of Children, Community and Social Services (MCCSS)Supports initiatives to combat human trafficking and aid survivors
Eligible Funding
- No Condition
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Types of eligible projects
Grant and FundingClosed
Brockville and Area Community Foundation
The Brockville Community FoundationSupports community projects led by non-profits
Eligible Funding
- From $500 to $11,800
Eligible Industries
- Other services (except public administration)
Types of eligible projects
Grant and FundingClosed
Canadian Cancer Society - Research Training Awards
Canadian Cancer Society Research InstituteSupports diversity and inclusion in Canadian cancer research through graduate training funding.
Eligible Funding
- No Condition
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Types of eligible projects
Grant and FundingArchived
innovÉÉ — Demonstration in a real environment
innovÉÉSupport 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 FundingOpen
Livestock Incentive Loan Program
Government of New BrunswickLoan guarantee for New Brunswick livestock purchase
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 75,000 $
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Types of eligible projects
Grant and FundingOpen
Mobilize Grant - Truth & Action
Saskatchewan Health Research Foundation (SHRF)Support health research knowledge mobilization for reconciliation
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 10,000 $
Eligible Industries
- Health care and social assistance
Types of eligible projects
Innovation
Grant and FundingOpen
Annual Operations Assistance
SOCAN FoundationSupport for not-for-profit music organizations in operating activities and projects.
Eligible Funding
- No Condition
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Types of eligible projects
Grant and FundingClosed
Canadian Cancer Society - Canadian Cancer Society Emerging Scholar Research Grants
Canadian Cancer Society Research InstituteSupports early career cancer researchers in Canada
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 120,000 $
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Types of eligible projects
Grant and FundingOpen
Wellness Fund
Nova Scotia Health Authority (NSHA)Supports community-led health promotion initiatives
Eligible Funding
- From $500 to $3,500
Eligible Industries
- Health care and social assistance
Types of eligible projects
Grant and FundingClosed
Heritage Grants - Heritage Façade Rehabilitation Program
City of VancouverSupports 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 FundingClosed
Nova Scotia Health & QEII Health Sciences Foundation Health Equity Fund
Nova Scotia Health Authority (NSHA)Supports health equity research and innovation projects
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 100,000 $
Eligible Industries
- Health care and social assistance
Types of eligible projects
TechnologyInnovation
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Grant and FundingOpen
Business Rebate Program
NB PowerSupports 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 FundingExpert AdviceOpen
MRC L'Érable — Self-employment support (STA)
MRC L'ÉrableFinancial and technical support for new entrepreneurs in L’Érable
Eligible Funding
- Up to 20% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Types of eligible projects
Business Buyout
Grant and FundingOpen
Albert Hall Seniors Enhancement Fund
The Yellowknife Community FoundationSupporting seniors recreational activities and well-being
Eligible Funding
- No Condition
Eligible Industries
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
Types of eligible projects
Grant and FundingClosed
Agri-Food Market Development and Access
Government of New BrunswickMoney 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
Grant and FundingOpen
OCI — Technology Demonstration Program (TDP)
Ontario Centre of Innovation (OCI)Supports Ontario SMEs to implement DMAP-recommended digital technologies
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 150,000 $
- Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Manufacturing
- Retail trade
- Information and cultural industries
- Professional, scientific and technical services
Types of eligible projects
CommercializationTechnologyDigital Transformation
Grant and FundingClosed
Building Sector Capacity, Growth and Competitiveness
Government of ManitobaSupports 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 FundingClosed
Maureen Tonge 'Living Your Legacy' Fund
The Yellowknife Community FoundationSupport youth mental health community programming
Eligible Funding
- No Condition
Eligible Industries
- Health care and social assistance
Types of eligible projects
Grant and FundingClosed
Helen & John Parker Community Fund
The Yellowknife Community FoundationSupports community programming and local capacity building
Eligible Funding
- From $1,000 to $12,000
Eligible Industries
- Other services (except public administration)
Types of eligible projects
Grant and FundingOpen
Coast Funds - Stewardship Project Funding
Coast Conservation Endowment Fund FoundationProject-specific funding for conservation activities by First Nation organizations
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 150,000 $
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Types of eligible projects
Grant and FundingOpen
Indigenous Housing Capital Program
Alberta Ministry of Seniors and HousingSupports affordable Indigenous housing development.
Eligible Funding
- No Condition
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Types of eligible projects
Grant and FundingClosed
Financial assistance to improve infrastructure and ensure safe off-road vehicle use
Gouvernement du QuébecSupports safe and sustainable off-road vehicle infrastructure improvement
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 500,000 $
- Up to 75% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
- Public administration
Types of eligible projects
Environment and Climate
Grant and FundingClosed
Tourism Cooperative Marketing Fund
Government of YukonSupports 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
Employment and Social Development Canada (ESDC)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 FundingClosed
Work Commissioning Assistance Grant
SOCAN FoundationSupport for commissioning new musical works from SOCAN members
Eligible Funding
- From $1,000 to $3,000
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Types of eligible projects
Grant and FundingClosed
Eva Henderson Memorial Fund
The Yellowknife Community FoundationSupport palliative and end-of-life care programming
Eligible Funding
- No Condition
Eligible Industries
- Health care and social assistance
Types of eligible projects
Grant and FundingOpen
Coast Funds - Stewardship Operations Funding
Coast Conservation Endowment Fund FoundationSupports conservation projects focused on ecological preservation and resource management.
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 150,000 $
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Types of eligible projects
Grant and FundingOpenClosing Soon
OAC — Visual arts, media arts and crafts: French-speaking self-managed artist organizations and centers – operation
Ontario Arts Council (OAC)Supports operations of French-speaking self-managed arts organizations in Ontario
Eligible Funding
- No Condition
Eligible Industries
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
Types of eligible projects
Grant and FundingClosed
Sharon Morrison Memorial Indigenous Education Fund
The Yellowknife Community FoundationSupports Indigenous language and cultural revitalization activities
Eligible Funding
- No Condition
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Types of eligible projects
Grant and FundingOpen
Assurance Systems Program
Government of Prince Edward IslandFunds for risk management on Prince Edward Island farms
Eligible Funding
- No Condition
Eligible Industries
- Manufacturing
Types of eligible projects
Environment and ClimateHuman Resources
Grant and FundingClosed
Canadian Music Assistance
SOCAN FoundationSupports Canadian music activities and creation
Eligible Funding
- No Condition
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Types of eligible projects
Grant and FundingClosed
Mary Beth Miller Memorial Fund
The Yellowknife Community FoundationSupports community programming and resilient local initiatives
Eligible Funding
- From $1,000 to $7,000
Eligible Industries
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
Types of eligible projects
Grant and FundingClosed
Community Justice Grants
The Law Foundation of British ColumbiaFinancial support for Indigenous-led community justice programs
Eligible Funding
- No Condition
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Types of eligible projects
Grant and FundingClosed
Racial Justice Grants
The Law Foundation of British ColumbiaSupports initiatives to advance racial justice and community development
Eligible Funding
- No Condition
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Types of eligible projects
Grant and FundingOpen
Legacy Community Development Grants
Innovation Credit UnionSupport for one-time community or organizational projects
Eligible Funding
- From $5,000 to $25,000
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Types of eligible projects
Grant and FundingClosed
Smart Agriculture Living Lab Call for Proposal
Centre of Excellence in Next Generation Networks (CENGN)Funding innovative smart agriculture solutions for industry challenges
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 100,000 $
- Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
Types of eligible projects
Artificial Intelligence (AI)TechnologyEnvironment and ClimateInnovationDigital Transformation
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Grant and FundingClosed
Yukon Cultural Industries Training Fund (CTIF)
Government of YukonTraining 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
Holy Family Lutheran Legacy Fund
The Yellowknife Community FoundationSupports community programming for vulnerable populations
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 10,000 $
Eligible Industries
- Health care and social assistance
Types of eligible projects
Grant and FundingOpen
Arts Across Canada — Translation
Canada Council for the Arts (CCA)Supports translation of Canadian literary and dramatic works for publication and presentation
Eligible Funding
- No Condition
Eligible Industries
- Information and cultural industries
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
Types of eligible projects
Grant and FundingClosed
Gardens for Good
Nature's Path FoodsSupports urban organic food projects for low-income communities
Eligible Funding
- From $6,500 to $6,500
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Types of eligible projects
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 50,000 $
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Types of eligible projects
Grant and FundingClosed
Experience Ontario 2024
Ontario Ministry of Tourism, Culture and Sport (MTCS)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
Public Interest Law Participation Fund
The Law Foundation of British ColumbiaSupports public participation in legal proceedings
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 10,000 $
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Types of eligible projects
Grant and FundingClosed
Gladys and Albert Eggenberger Agricultural Fund
The Yellowknife Community FoundationSupports northern food security and community farming initiatives
Eligible Funding
- From $1,000 to $12,000
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
Types of eligible projects
Environment and ClimateInnovation
Grant and FundingOpen
Community Grants - International Community Boards
TELUS CorporationSupports community projects with funding and volunteer initiatives
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 10,000 $
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Types of eligible projects
Grant and FundingOpen
In-Kind Donations
Nature's Path FoodsIn-kind food donations supporting healthy living initiatives
Eligible Funding
- No Condition
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Types of eligible projects
Grant and FundingClosed
Energy Innovation Program — Smart Grids
Natural Resources Canada (NRCan)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 FundingClosed
Get Her Elected Fund
The Yellowknife Community FoundationSupport for women candidates through non-partisan programming
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 2,000 $
Eligible Industries
- Public administration
Types of eligible projects
Grant and FundingClosed
ACOA — Aerospace Regional Recovery Initiative
Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency (ACOA)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
Gary Robinson Memorial Fund
The Yellowknife Community FoundationSupports search and rescue and emergency preparedness activities
Eligible Funding
- From $1,000 to $8,000
Eligible Industries
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
- Other services (except public administration)
Types of eligible projects
Grant and FundingOpen
Methanex Gives - Medicine Hat
Methanex CorporationFunding supports community projects in southeastern Alberta to promote social and environmental well-being.
Eligible Funding
- No Condition
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Types of eligible projects
Grant and FundingArchived
Kakivak Association — Small Tool Grants
Kakivak AssociationFunding for Inuit artists and craftspeople to buy essential tools
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 25,000 $
Eligible Industries
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
- Accommodation and food services
Types of eligible projects
CommercializationBusiness Buyout
Grant and FundingClosed
Chris Argue Memorial Fund
The Yellowknife Community FoundationSupport leadership and confidence through NWT wilderness travel
Eligible Funding
- From $1,000 to $7,000
Eligible Industries
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
Types of eligible projects
Grant and FundingOpenClosing Soon
OAC — Media Artists Creation Projects
Ontario Arts Council (OAC)Funding for Ontario-based media artists' production and post-production projects
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 40,000 $
- Up to 100% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Information and cultural industries
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
Types of eligible projects
Grant and FundingClosed
Transal — Alu 4.0, Digital Locomotive
TransalSupports 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
Grant and FundingClosed
SHRF — Establishment Grant
Saskatchewan Health Research Foundation (SHRF)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 FundingOpen
Law for the Future Fund
LFFFSupports innovative law initiatives serving public interest
Eligible Funding
- No Condition
Eligible Industries
- Professional, scientific and technical services
- Educational services
- Other services (except public administration)
Types of eligible projects
Innovation
Grant and FundingOpen
Transal — Consortium TIC
TransalSupports digital transition through technical expertise adjustments
Eligible Funding
- Up to 15% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Manufacturing
Types of eligible projects
Digital Transformation
Grant and FundingOpen
Rexall Care Network
Rexall FoundationSupport for caregiver wellbeing and advocacy initiatives
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 30,000 $
Eligible Industries
- Health care and social assistance
Types of eligible projects
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
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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
R
Grant and FundingOpen
Robert and Judith Clark Foundation for Animal Rights
Canada Gives Foundation #CG 0698Support for projects ending animal cruelty and promoting plant-based diets
Eligible Funding
- From $5,000 to $25,000
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Types of eligible projects
Grant and FundingClosed
Mini Grants
Community Foundation of Campbellford/Seymour and NorthumberlandSupport for local arts, environment, social, and youth projects
Eligible Funding
- From $100 to $2,500
Eligible Industries
- Health care and social assistance
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
Types of eligible projects
Environment and Climate
Grant and FundingClosed
Weaving Justice Grants
The Law Foundation of British ColumbiaFinancial support for Indigenous legal education and cultural activities
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 10,000,000 $
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Types of eligible projects
Grant and FundingOpen
Heritage Preservation Partnership Program - Publication Grants
Alberta Culture and Status of WomenSupports the production of heritage publications in Alberta
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 10,000 $
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Types of eligible projects
Grant and FundingClosed
Investments in Forest Industry Transformation (IFIT) — Capital Investment Projects
Natural Resources Canada (NRCan)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
Government of Nova ScotiaFunding 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 FundingClosed
Nunavut Arts Program
Government of NunavutSupports development and enhancement of arts initiatives in Nunavut
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 50,000 $
Eligible Industries
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
Types of eligible projects
Grant and FundingClosed
Job Opportunity for Youth Grant
Community Foundation of Campbellford/Seymour and NorthumberlandSupport youth employment through nonprofit projects
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 5,000 $
Eligible Industries
- Other services (except public administration)
Types of eligible projects
Human Resources
Grant and FundingOpen
Toronto Arts Council - Strategic Funding Programs
Toronto Cultural Advisory CorporationSupports strategic arts projects and public programming
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 30,000 $
Eligible Industries
- Information and cultural industries
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
Types of eligible projects
Grant and FundingOpen
Trade Mission Support Program
Ontario's North Economic Development CorporationExport 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 QuebecFinancial 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
Grant and FundingOpen
Toronto Arts Council - Discipline-Based Programs
Toronto Cultural Advisory CorporationSupport for Toronto arts projects and operations
Eligible Funding
- No Condition
Eligible Industries
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
Types of eligible projects
Grant and FundingClosed
Indigenous Priorities Grants
Salt Spring Island FoundationSupports Indigenous community projects on Salt Spring Island
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 50,000 $
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Types of eligible projects
Grant and FundingOpen
Community Conservation Fund
The British Columbia Conservation FoundationSupports community-led conservation for fish and wildlife
Eligible Funding
- No Condition
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
Types of eligible projects
Environment and Climate
Grant and FundingOpenClosing Soon
Saskatchewan REALTORS Care®
Saskatchewan REALTORS® AssociationSupport for community, environmental, and social projects
Eligible Funding
- No Condition
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Types of eligible projects
Grant and FundingClosed
Small Business Support Program — Sustainable Livelihood Fund
Government of NunavutFunds 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 FundingOpen
The Land for Wildlife Fund
The British Columbia Conservation FoundationConservation land acquisition for fish and wildlife habitat
Eligible Funding
- No Condition
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
Types of eligible projects
Environment and Climate
Grant and FundingClosed
The Ecosystem Fund
2SLGBTQI+ Entrepreneurship Program, Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada, Canadian Gay & Lesbian Chamber of Commerce (CGLCC)Supports projects aiding 2SLGBTQI+ entrepreneurs and capacity building
Eligible Funding
- From $10,000 to $400,000
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Types of eligible projects
Grant and FundingOpen
Higher Learning
The Andrew W. Mellon FoundationSupports inclusive humanities education and interdisciplinary studies.
Eligible Funding
- No Condition
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Types of eligible projects
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
SVP Vancouver
B.C Social Venture Partners FoundationFlexible multi-year support to build nonprofit capacity
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 100,000 $
Eligible Industries
- Health care and social assistance
Types of eligible projects
Grant and FundingClosed
Paralympic Sport Development Fund
The Canadian Paralympic CommitteeSupports athlete and coach development in Paralympic sports
Eligible Funding
- From $5,000 to $20,000
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Types of eligible projects
Grant and FundingClosed
BC Festival of the Arts Legacy Fund Grants
Osprey Community FoundationSupport for local artists creating or performing art
Eligible Funding
- No Condition
Eligible Industries
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
Types of eligible projects
Grant and FundingExpert AdviceOpen
School bus electrification program – Stream 2 : Financial assistance for the acquisition and installation of charging infrastructure for electric school buses
Gouvernement du QuébecSupports 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
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Digital Transformation Grants in Alberta
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