Grants and Funding Available in Canada for 2026
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5496 opportunities available

Loans and Capital investmentsOpen
MRC Beauce-Sartigan — Social Economy Enterprise Development Fund (FDEÉS)
MRC Beauce-SartiganSocial enterprise funding to improve quality of life
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 10,000 $
- Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Other services (except public administration)
- Public administration
Types of eligible projects
Human Resources

Grant and FundingOpen
MRC Témiscamingue — Créavenir - Desjardins
MRC TémiscamingueSupport for startups with credit and tailored financing
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 15,000 $
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Types of eligible projects
Commercialization

Grant and FundingClosed
New Horizons for Seniors Program
Employment and Social Development Canada (ESDC)Federal funding supporting seniors' engagement and community initiatives
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

Grant and FundingOpen
MRC Abitibi-Ouest — Digital Transition Fund
MRC Abitibi-OuestInternational market expansion and support for businesses
Eligible Funding
- No Condition
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
- Manufacturing
- Wholesale trade
- Retail trade
Types of eligible projects
CommercializationDigital Transformation

Loans and Capital investmentsOpen
MRC Beauce Sartigan — Young Promoters Fund (YP)
MRC Beauce-SartiganSupport for young entrepreneurs starting or acquiring a business
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 10,000 $
- Up to 20% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Types of eligible projects
Business Buyout

Grant and FundingClosed
MRC L’Île-d’Orléans — Regions and Rurality Fund
MRC L'Île-d'OrléansSupport for entrepreneurship and social economy businesses in L'Île-d'Orléans
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 35,000 $
- Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
- Manufacturing
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
- Other services (except public administration)
Types of eligible projects
Business Buyout

Grant and FundingClosed
Digital Museums Canada — Community Stories
Digital Museums Canada (DMC)Funding for digital storytelling projects by Canadian heritage organizations
Eligible Funding
- From $25,000 to $25,000
- Up to 25% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Information and cultural industries
- Educational services
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
Types of eligible projects
Digital Transformation

Loans and Capital investmentsOpen
MRC Rimouski-Neigette — Local Investment Fund
MRC Rimouski-NeigetteFLI/FLS funds support Quebec economic impact projects
Eligible Funding
- From $10,000 to $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
Construction and Renovation Business Buyout

Grant and FundingOpen
MRC Joliette — Assistance fund for the establishment and start-up of structuring companies (FAIDES)
MRC de Joliette (CDÉJ)Financial support for strategic business development in Joliette
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 50,000 $
- Up to 3% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Manufacturing
- Information and cultural industries
- Professional, scientific and technical services
Types of eligible projects
Business BuyoutInnovation

Grant and FundingOpen
MRC Kamouraska — Support Program for the Start-up of Religious Heritage Projects
MRC KamouraskaSupports new uses and pilot projects in religious heritage
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 4,000 $
- Up to 10% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
Types of eligible projects

Grant and FundingOpen
Financial assistance: businesses in areas affected by major construction work
City of Montreal (MTL)Support for businesses impacted by major Montréal infrastructure work
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 40,000 $
- Up to 5% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Retail trade
- Other services (except public administration)
Types of eligible projects

Grant and FundingOpen
"Artère en transformation" : Subsidy for businesses
City of Montreal (MTL)Subsidy supports commercial renovations after infrastructure work impacts
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 250,000 $
- Up to 40% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Retail trade
Types of eligible projects
Construction and Renovation

Loans and Capital investmentsOpen
MRC Portneuf — Joint Investment Fund FLI/FLS
MRC PortneufJoint Investment Policy supporting Quebec enterprises and employment
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 150,000 $
- Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Other services (except public administration)
- Public administration
Types of eligible projects
CommercializationConstruction and Renovation Business BuyoutDigital Transformation

Other SupportGrant and FundingExpert AdviceOpen
Energy Affordability Program
Independent Electricity System Operator (IESO)Free home energy upgrades for income-eligible Ontario households
Eligible Funding
- No Condition
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Types of eligible projects
Environment and Climate

Grant and FundingOpen
MRC Bécancour — Business Support Fund (BSF)
MRC BécancourBusiness Support Fund for investment project preparation assistance
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 10,000 $
- Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Manufacturing
- Retail trade
- Accommodation and food services
- Other services (except public administration)
Types of eligible projects
Commercialization

Grant and FundingOpen
MRC L'Islet — Sectoral agreement for the development of culture in Chaudière-Appalaches
MRC de L'IsletFinancial aid for cultural equipment and infrastructure development
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 30,000 $
Eligible Industries
- Information and cultural industries
Types of eligible projects
Construction and Renovation

Grant and FundingClosed
MRC Charlevoix-Est — Support for Structuring Projects
MRC Charlevoix-EstSupport for structural projects to revitalize communities
Eligible Funding
- Up to 80% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Educational services
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
- Public administration
Types of eligible projects

Grant and FundingOpen
SODEXPORT — Component 2.1: Support for business opportunities and promotion abroad
Société de développement des entreprises culturelles (SODEC)Supports Quebec music businesses expanding and promoting internationally
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 20,000 $
- Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Information and cultural industries
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
Types of eligible projects
Commercialization

Partnering and CollaborationGrant and FundingOpen
Accès jardins
City of Montreal (MTL)Expands public green spaces through public-private partnerships
Eligible Funding
- No Condition
Eligible Industries
- Real estate and rental and leasing
- Educational services
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
- Other services (except public administration)
Types of eligible projects
Environment and Climate

Grant and FundingClosed
Ontario Agri-food Research Initiative (OAFRIP)
Government of OntarioFunding for Ontario agri-food research and innovation projects
Eligible Funding
- No Condition
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
Types of eligible projects
CommercializationTechnologyInnovation

Grant and FundingClosed
Rural Vitality Fund – Automation and Digital Practices
NexDev | Haut-Richelieu Economic DevelopmentFinancial support for rural businesses advancing automation and digitalization
Eligible Funding
- From $1,000 to $5,000
- Up to 10% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Manufacturing
- Retail trade
- Other services (except public administration)
- Public administration
Types of eligible projects
TechnologyDigital Transformation

Tax CreditsOpen
Federal qualifying environmental trust (QET) tax credit
Government of CanadaTax credit for corporations benefiting from qualifying environmental trusts
Eligible Funding
- Up to 15% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Mining, quarrying, and oil and gas extraction
- Utilities
- Administrative and support, waste management and remediation services
Types of eligible projects
Environment and Climate

Loans and Capital investmentsOpen
MRC Caniapiscau — Joint FLI/FLS investment
MRC de CaniapiscauFunding for Quebec businesses and economic initiatives
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 100,000 $
- Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Types of eligible projects
CommercializationConstruction and Renovation Business BuyoutDigital Transformation

Grant and FundingOpen
Grant for the renovation of facades facing a commercial artery
Quebec CityFinancial support for commercial facade renovations in targeted sectors
Eligible Funding
- From $20,000 to $50,000
- Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Types of eligible projects
Construction and Renovation

Grant and FundingClosed
MRC L'Islet — FEEL
MRC de L'IsletSupport for business development in L'Islet region
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 25,000 $
- Up to 40% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Types of eligible projects
CommercializationInnovation
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Expert AdviceWage Subsidies And InternsOpen
ACQ — Proud and Competent training program
Quebec Construction Association (ACQ)Workforce training and development for Quebec’s construction industry
Eligible Funding
- Up to 100% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Construction
Types of eligible projects
Human Resources

Grant and FundingClosed
MRC Fjord-du-Saguenay — Entrepreneurship assistance and support fund (FASE)
MRC Fjord-du-SaguenayEntrepreneurship support fund fostering economic development
Eligible Funding
- From $15,000 to $75,000
- Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
- Manufacturing
- Wholesale trade
- Retail trade
Types of eligible projects
InnovationDigital Transformation

Grant and FundingClosed
Laval économique — Tech shift – Manufacturing
Laval EconomiqueDigital transformation grants for Laval manufacturers
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 75,000 $
- Up to 25% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Manufacturing
Types of eligible projects
Artificial Intelligence (AI)Digital Transformation

Grant and FundingOpen
Aboriginal Entrepreneurship Program (AEP) — Access to Capital
National Aboriginal Capital Corporation Association (NACCA)Financial support for Indigenous entrepreneurs
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 250,000 $
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Types of eligible projects
CommercializationBusiness Buyout

Loans and Capital investmentsOpen
Sherbrooke — Local investment and solidarity funds (FLI and FLS)
Ville de SherbrookeFinancial aid for Sherbrooke business development and job creation
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 100,000 $
- Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Types of eligible projects
Construction and Renovation Business Buyout

Eligible Funding
- No Condition
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Types of eligible projects

Grant and FundingClosed
National Acadian Day funding
Canadian HeritageSupports public celebrations of Acadian culture and heritage
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 5,000 $
- Up to 100% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Educational services
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
- Other services (except public administration)
- Public administration
Types of eligible projects

Loans and Capital investmentsOpen
MRC Les Etchemins — Local investment fund and local solidarity fund
MRC des EtcheminsInvestment loans for business growth and development in MRC
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 150,000 $
- Up to 80% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Types of eligible projects
Business Buyout

Grant and FundingOpen
Grow the Herd Pilot Program
Government of Prince Edward IslandSupports PEI beef producers to expand herds and supply Certified Island Beef
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 5,000 $
- Up to 5% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
Types of eligible projects
Environment and Climate

Loans and Capital investmentsOpen
MRC Bécancour - Local Investment Fund (FLI) - “General” component
MRC BécancourInvestment loans for new, developing, or acquiring businesses
Eligible Funding
- From $5,000 to $75,000
- Up to 10% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Manufacturing
- Retail trade
- Accommodation and food services
- Other services (except public administration)
Types of eligible projects
Construction and Renovation Business Buyout

Grant and FundingOpen
Nunavut Filmmakers Funding — Market Endowment Program
Nunavut Film Development CorporationGrants 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 FundingOpen
MRC La Jacques-Cartier — Young Promoters Fund (JP)
MRC La Jacques-CartierFunding for young entrepreneurs in La Jacques-Cartier
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 9,000 $
- Up to 20% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Types of eligible projects
Business Buyout

Grant and FundingOpen
DEPS — Young Promoters Fund
Economic Development Pierre-De Saurel (DEPS)Funding support for young Quebec entrepreneurs aged 18-39
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 6,000 $
Eligible Industries
- Manufacturing
- Retail trade
- Other services (except public administration)
- Public administration
Types of eligible projects

Grant and FundingClosed
Women in STEM Scholarship
Government of AlbertaSupports Alberta women pursuing studies in underrepresented STEM fields
Eligible Funding
- From $2,500 to $2,500
Eligible Industries
- Professional, scientific and technical services
- Educational services
Types of eligible projects
TechnologyHuman Resources

Grant and FundingOpen
Novoclimat – Small multi-unit building
Environnement Québec (MELCC)Supports construction of energy-efficient small multi-unit residential buildings
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 3,400 $
Eligible Industries
- Construction
- Real estate and rental and leasing
- Health care and social assistance
Types of eligible projects
Environment and Climate

Grant and FundingClosed
MTRIC — SI2TEC – Feasibility Studies
Metal Transformation Research and Innovation Consortium (MTRIC)Supporting feasibility studies for circular metal transformation
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 75,000 $
- Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Manufacturing
Types of eligible projects
TechnologyEnvironment and ClimateInnovation

Loans and Capital investmentsClosed
MRC La Vallée-de-l'Or — Local Investment Fund FLI – Succession Stream
MRC La Vallée-de-l'OrFLI program supports business ownership transition and acquisition
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 250,000 $
- Up to 15% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Types of eligible projects
Construction and Renovation Business Buyout

Other SupportClosed
Adopt a temporary green container and garden in the city!
City of Montreal (MTL)Temporary adoption of public green planters for urban enhancement
Eligible Funding
- No Condition
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Types of eligible projects
Environment and Climate

Loans and Capital investmentsClosed
MRC Témiscamingue — Youth Assistance Loan
MRC TémiscaminguePersonalized support for business projects and funding assistance
Eligible Funding
- From $5,000 to $150,000
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
- Manufacturing
Types of eligible projects
Business BuyoutDigital Transformation

Grant and FundingClosed
MRC Charlevoix-Est — Cultural Development
MRC Charlevoix-EstCharlevoix-Est Cultural Development Project Grant Opportunity
Eligible Funding
- Minimum amount : 500 $
- Up to 80% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
Types of eligible projects
Innovation

Grant and FundingOpen
MRC Les Etchemins — Business support policy
MRC des EtcheminsNon-repayable financial support for eligible business projects
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 25,000 $
- Up to 25% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Types of eligible projects
Construction and Renovation

Loans and Capital investmentsOpen
MRC d'Avignon — Local Investment Funds (FLI) and Local Solidarity Funds (FLS)
MRC AvignonBusiness financing for development and job creation in Avignon
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
CommercializationEnvironment and ClimateBusiness BuyoutInnovationDigital Transformation

Grant and FundingOpen
MRC du Golfe-du-Saint-Laurent — Regional Support Fund for Social Programs (FRSPS)
MRC du Golfe du Saint LaurentSupports stabilizing and continuing regional social programs partnerships
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 20,000 $
- Up to 75% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Health care and social assistance
Types of eligible projects
Human Resources

Grant and FundingClosed
MRC Portneuf — Sustainable Forest Management Program
MRC PortneufSustainable Forest Management Program: Targeted Interventions Initiative
Eligible Funding
- No Condition
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
Types of eligible projects
Environment and Climate

Grant and FundingSuspended
APCHQ — Get financing through the Canada Greener Affordable Housing program: Pre-Retrofit Funding for multi-unit residential buildings
Association des professionnels de la construction et de l’habitation du Québec (APCHQ)Supports pre-retrofit planning for deep energy-efficient housing upgrades
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 130,000 $
- Up to 30% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Health care and social assistance
Types of eligible projects
Environment and Climate
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Grant and FundingClosed
Financial support for aspiring farmers
La Financière agricole (FADQ)Money for aspiring farmers in Quebec
Eligible Funding
- From $10,000 to $50,000
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
Types of eligible projects
Business Buyout

Grant and FundingClosed
Call for innovation projects in agritechnologies
Investissement Québec (IQ)Supports innovative agritechnology projects in Quebec businesses
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 2,000,000 $
- Up to 30% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
Types of eligible projects
TechnologyInnovation

Grant and FundingClosed
MRC L'Islet — Support fund for cultural cafés
MRC de L'IsletCultural Café Support Fund promotes artistic community spaces
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 25,000 $
- Up to 80% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
Types of eligible projects

Loans and Capital investmentsOpen
BDC Financing — Equipment Purchase Loan
Business Development Bank of Canada (BDC)Flexible government financing for equipment and business modernization
Eligible Funding
- Up to 125% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Manufacturing
- Transportation and warehousing
Types of eligible projects
Technology

Grant and FundingOpen
Drawback Program
Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA)Refund of duties on imported goods exported or destroyed
Eligible Funding
- No Condition
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Types of eligible projects
Commercialization

Wage Subsidies And InternsOpenClosing Soon
Odyssey – Language Assistant Program
Canadian HeritageBilingual work experience for postsecondary students across provinces
Eligible Funding
- No Condition
Eligible Industries
- Educational services
Types of eligible projects
Human Resources

Grant and FundingClosed
Quebec Fisheries Fund — Infrastructure
Fisheries and Oceans Canada (DFO)Funds to improve sustainability in Quebec's seafood sector
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 2,500,000 $
- Up to 100% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
Types of eligible projects
CommercializationTechnologyEnvironment and ClimateConstruction and Renovation Innovation

Loans and Capital investmentsOpen
Shelter Enhancement Program – Renovation
Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation (CMHC)Funding for on-reserve shelter repairs for domestic violence victims
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 60,000 $
Eligible Industries
- Health care and social assistance
Types of eligible projects

Grant and FundingOpen
MRC La Matanie — Business Support Program (PAE)
MRC La MatanieFinancial aid for sustainable business development in MRC La Matanie
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 250,000 $
Eligible Industries
- Retail trade
- Accommodation and food services
Types of eligible projects
CommercializationBusiness BuyoutInnovation

Loans and Capital investmentsOpen
MRC Lotbinière — FLS (Local Solidarity Fund)
MRC de LotbinièreFinancial assistance for businesses in Lotbinière région
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 100,000 $
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Types of eligible projects

Grant and FundingClosed
PacifiCan — Regional Economic Growth through Innovation — Business Scale-Up and Productivity
Pacific Economic Development Canada (PacifiCan)Financing to accelerate growth in British Columbia
Eligible Funding
- From $200,000 to $5,000,000
- Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
- Mining, quarrying, and oil and gas extraction
- Manufacturing
- Information and cultural industries
Types of eligible projects
Commercialization

Grant and FundingClosed
Regional partnership and digital transformation agreement for tourism 2022-2025 – Studies and consulting services
Tourisme Saguenay–Lac-Saint-JeanDigital transformation grants for sustainable tourism development
Eligible Funding
- From $3,000 to $25,000
- Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Accommodation and food services
Types of eligible projects
Digital Transformation

Grant and FundingOpen
Training fund for employees in the construction industry
Corporation des maîtres mécaniciens en tuyauterie du Québec (CMMTQ)Financial support for construction workers' training and development
Eligible Funding
- No Condition
Eligible Industries
- Construction
Types of eligible projects
Human Resources

Grant and FundingOpen
MRC Les Moulins — Futurpreneur Canada
MRC Les MoulinsProvides financial and mentorship support for young entrepreneurs
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 20,000 $
- 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
Business Buyout

Grant and FundingOpen
MRC Beauce-Centre — Propulsion Fund
MRC Beauce-CentreFinancial support for emerging businesses in Beauce-Centre
Eligible Funding
- From $1,000 to $10,000
- Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Types of eligible projects
CommercializationInnovation

Grant and FundingOpen
ID Gatineau — FDEES
ID GatineauSupports innovative social economy projects in Gatineau
Eligible Funding
- From $5,000 to $30,000
- Up to 25% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Manufacturing
Types of eligible projects
Commercialization

Grant and FundingClosed
MRC Charlevoix-Est — Vitalization Fund
MRC Charlevoix-EstVitalization Fund supporting Charlevoix-Est's economic revitalization projects
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 150,000 $
- Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Educational services
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
- Public administration
Types of eligible projects
CommercializationConstruction and Renovation Innovation

Grant and FundingClosed
MRC Charlevoix — Special Projects Fund
MRC CharlevoixFinancial support for innovative economic development projects
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 5,000 $
- Up to 35% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
- Construction
- Manufacturing
- Retail trade
Types of eligible projects
Innovation

Grant and FundingOpen
Support for the apple-growing sector to improve profitability and agri-environmental practices
La Financière agricole (FADQ)Support program for sustainable apple sector profitability improvement
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 600,000 $
- Up to 6% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
Types of eligible projects
Environment and Climate

Grant and FundingOpen
Canada Music Fund - Individual Initiatives
Canadian HeritageSupports development and promotion of Canadian music artists
Eligible Funding
- No Condition
Eligible Industries
- Information and cultural industries
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
Types of eligible projects
Commercialization

Loans and Capital investmentsOpen
CAE Rive-Nord — Financing for businesses
CAE Rive-NordBusiness financing solutions for short-term growth and working capital
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 300,000 $
- Up to 75% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Construction
- Manufacturing
- Wholesale trade
Types of eligible projects

Wage Subsidies And InternsOpen
ECO Canada — Environmental Employability Pathways
ECO CanadaGet funding to hire youth professionals
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 12,000 $
- Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Administrative and support, waste management and remediation services
Types of eligible projects
Environment and ClimateHuman Resources

Grant and FundingOpen
MRC Portneuf — Financial Assistance Program for Heritage Restoration
MRC PortneufSupport program for heritage property restoration in Portneuf
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 20,000 $
- Up to 80% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Real estate and rental and leasing
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
Types of eligible projects

Grant and FundingOpen
MRC du Golfe-du-Saint-Laurent — Business support policy
MRC du Golfe du Saint LaurentSupports sustainable job creation and business development in MRC
Eligible Funding
- Up to 90% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Retail trade
- Accommodation and food services
- Public administration
Types of eligible projects
TechnologyBusiness BuyoutInnovation

Loans and Capital investmentsOpen
MRC Abitibi — The Local Solidarity Fund (FLS)
MRC AbitibiLocal entrepreneurial loans for economic resilience and growth
Eligible Funding
- From $5,000 to $35,000
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Types of eligible projects
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Grant and FundingOpen
SODEXPORT — Component 5: Strategic initiatives
Société de développement des entreprises culturelles (SODEC)Supports major cultural export projects with international development potential
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 100,000 $
- Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Information and cultural industries
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
Types of eligible projects
CommercializationInnovation

Eligible Funding
- No Condition
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Types of eligible projects

Loans and Capital investmentsOpen
MRC Beauce-Sartigan — Fund for tourism and cultural events (FÉTC)
MRC Beauce-SartiganTourism and cultural events fund for Beauce-Sartigan nonprofits
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 25,000 $
Eligible Industries
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
Types of eligible projects

Grant and FundingClosed
Mitis MRC — Regional and Rural Fund (RRF) - Component 1
La Mitis RCM (MRC)Supports regional development in agriculture, tourism, and transportation
Eligible Funding
- No Condition
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
- Transportation and warehousing
- Educational services
- Health care and social assistance
Types of eligible projects
CommercializationEnvironment and ClimateBusiness Buyout

Loans and Capital investmentsOpen
MRC Maskinongé — Local Investment Fund (FLI) and Solidarity Fund (FLS)
MRC de MaskinongéFunding support for Quebec startups and business expansion
Eligible Funding
- No Condition
Eligible Industries
- Manufacturing
Types of eligible projects
Construction and Renovation Business Buyout

Grant and FundingOpen
ARBJ — Economic Development Infrastructure Program (PIDE)
Administration régionale Baie-James (ARBJ)Supports economic infrastructure development for community benefit
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 250,000 $
- Up to 35% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Types of eligible projects

Grant and FundingSuspended
RCM de la Mitis — Component 3 : “Signature Innovation” Projects
La Mitis RCM (MRC)Supports innovative digital projects strengthening local territorial identity
Eligible Funding
- No Condition
Eligible Industries
- Information and cultural industries
- Educational services
- Public administration
Types of eligible projects
TechnologyInnovationDigital Transformation

Grant and FundingOpen
MRC La Côte-de-Beaupré — Support Measure for Self-Employment
MRC La Côte-de-BeaupréSupport for viable and profitable self-employment business projects
Eligible Funding
- No Condition
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
- Construction
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
Types of eligible projects
Human Resources

Grant and FundingOpen
MRC La Vallée-de-l'Or — Support Program for Structuring Projects (PSPS)
MRC La Vallée-de-l'OrSupports structuring community projects improving living conditions and development
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 25,000 $
- Up to 60% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Educational services
- Health care and social assistance
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
- Other services (except public administration)
Types of eligible projects
Environment and Climate

Loans and Capital investmentsOpen
BDC Financing — Start-up
Business Development Bank of Canada (BDC)Loan to grow a business
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 250,000 $
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Types of eligible projects
CommercializationBusiness BuyoutDigital Transformation

Grant and FundingClosed
Enabling Accessibility Fund – Youth Innovation Component
Employment and Social Development Canada (ESDC)Empowering youth to improve accessibility for people with disabilities
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 12,000 $
Eligible Industries
- Educational services
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
- Accommodation and food services
- Other services (except public administration)
Types of eligible projects
TechnologyInnovation

Other SupportPartnering and CollaborationExpert AdviceClosed
eCommerce North Tech Accelerator
Elevate TalentAccelerator supporting Canadian tech startups in ecommerce innovation
Eligible Funding
- No Condition
Eligible Industries
- Retail trade
- Information and cultural industries
- Professional, scientific and technical services
Types of eligible projects
TechnologyInnovationDigital Transformation

Grant and FundingClosed
Recyc-Québec — Beverage Container Recycling — Stream 1
Recyc-QuébecFunding for projects to manage used beverage containers
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 1,000,000 $
- Up to 70% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Manufacturing
- Administrative and support, waste management and remediation services
Types of eligible projects
Commercialization

Grant and FundingOpen
Tourism Innovation Program — Stream 1 - Call for proposals to support the development of innovative solutions
MT LabTourism Innovation Program fosters solutions in Quebec industry
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 150,000 $
Eligible Industries
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
- Accommodation and food services
Types of eligible projects
Environment and ClimateInnovationDigital Transformation

Grant and FundingOpen
Innovative Communities Fund (ICF)
Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency (ACOA)Supports economic development projects in Atlantic Canadian communities
Eligible Funding
- No Condition
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Types of eligible projects
Innovation

Grant and FundingOpen
MRC Joliette — Technology and Digital Transition Fund (FTTN) – Stream 2
MRC de Joliette (CDÉJ)Support for digital transformation in Joliette businesses
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 1,500 $
- Up to 20% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Types of eligible projects
Digital Transformation

Other SupportLoans and Capital investmentsOpen
Sofiac — Risk-free energy transition
Sofiac energy performanceSupports business energy transition projects with risk-free investment
Eligible Funding
- No Condition
Eligible Industries
- Real estate and rental and leasing
- Accommodation and food services
- Other services (except public administration)
- Public administration
Types of eligible projects
TechnologyEnvironment and Climate

Grant and FundingOpen
Enbridge Gas Quebec — Cash incentives – Innovation
Enbridge Gas QuebecSupports innovative projects for natural gas efficiency and GHG reduction
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 25,000 $
- Up to 75% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Utilities
- Manufacturing
- Professional, scientific and technical services
- Educational services
Types of eligible projects
Environment and ClimateInnovation

Grant and FundingOpen
MRC des Chenaux — Economic Diversification Fund (FDÉ)
MRC des ChenauxEconomic diversification fund for SMEs in MRC des Chenaux
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 15,000 $
- Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Manufacturing
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
- Other services (except public administration)
- Public administration
Types of eligible projects
CommercializationTechnologyInnovation

Grant and FundingOpen
MRC Pontiac — FRR Stream 3
MRC PontiacSupports innovative signature projects for MRC territorial development
Eligible Funding
- No Condition
Eligible Industries
- Information and cultural industries
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
Types of eligible projects
Innovation

Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 40,950 $
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
Types of eligible projects
CommercializationEnvironment and ClimateHuman Resources

Grant and FundingClosed
Regional partnership and digital transformation agreement for tourism 2022-2025 – Festivals and events
Tourisme Saguenay–Lac-Saint-JeanSupports sustainable tourism festival and event development
Eligible Funding
- From $60,000 to $15,000
Eligible Industries
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
- Accommodation and food services
Types of eligible projects
Digital Transformation

Grant and FundingClosed
MRC Montmagny — Sustainable Forest Management Program (PADF)
MRC de MontmagnySustainable forest management initiative in Chaudière-Appalaches region
Eligible Funding
- No Condition
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
Types of eligible projects
Environment and Climate

Grant and FundingClosed
OAC — Visual Artists Creation Projects
Ontario Arts Council (OAC)Supports Ontario visual artists in creating new work
Eligible Funding
- From $5,000 to $15,000
Eligible Industries
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
Types of eligible projects

Loans and Capital investmentsOpen
MRC Beauce-Centre — Futurpreneur
MRC Beauce-CentreFinancing for young entrepreneurs with mentorship and BDC partnership
Eligible Funding
- From $5,000 to $60,000
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Types of eligible projects
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