Grants and Funding in Canada for 2026
Find Canadian grants, loans, and tax credits that match a real project
Canada offers a wide mix of grants, tax credits, loans, and contribution programs for businesses and non-profits working on hiring, commercialization, export, digital transformation, equipment, clean technology, artificial intelligence, and community-impact projects. This 2026 guide helps you quickly understand which funding paths are most relevant based on the project you are actually trying to move forward.
Instead of treating funding as a generic list of programs, use this page to compare the most common Canadian options by project type, eligibility, and timing. Whether you are growing a business, launching a new initiative, or preparing a major investment, the goal is to help you identify realistic programs and avoid the mistakes that most often weaken an application.
5596 opportunities available
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Recreation Grant - Training and Leadership Development
Supports training and leadership development activities
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Early Learning and Child Care (ELCC) Innovation
Supports innovative early learning and child care projects
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Wildlife Conservation
Supports wildlife habitat protection and ecosystem connectivity projects in British Columbia.
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Petrolia Community Fund Grants
Supports local quality-of-life improvement projects
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Scotiabank - ScotiaRISE
Large-scale social impact funding for organizations serving disadvantaged communities
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Neighbourhood Grant Program - Grass Roots Grant
Community-based project funding to enhance neighborhood livability
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Small Projects Stream
Supports community natural and hybrid infrastructure projects
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Vision Zero in Road Safety Grant Program
Improve community road safety for all users
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Investments in Forest Industry Transformation (IFIT) — Studies projects
Funding for forest sector studies
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Building Safer Communities Program - Organizational and Youth Sector Capacity-building Project Grants
Capacity building for youth violence prevention programs
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Conference/Seminar/Workshop Grants
Support for organizing impactful academic and professional events
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Preservation Projects
Supports archiving and preservation of recorded sound heritage
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Family Violence Prevention Grant
Alberta Ministry of Children and Family Services, Government of Prince Edward Island (PEI), Royal Canadian Mounted Police - Family Violence Initiative Fund (RCMP)
Supports initiatives that prevent family violence through community and targeted programs
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Financial Inclusion Granting Program
Supports innovative financial inclusion and education projects
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Recreation Partner and Facility Investment Program
Supports community sports facility development and upgrades
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Community Projects - Capital Grant Program
Supports community development projects with capital investments
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Alberta Culture Days Grant
Alberta Ministry of Culture, Multiculturalism and Status of Women, Alberta Municipal Affairs, Department of Canadian Heritage (LJI), Alberta Culture and Status of Women, Women and Gender Equality Canada (WAGE), Government of Alberta
Supports community cultural events during Alberta Culture Days.
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Enfant Soleil - Equipment Fund
Supports pediatric healthcare equipment purchase with full or partial funding.
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Sport Tourism Events
Financial support for sport events promoting tourism in Brampton.
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Partnership (Grant) Applications
Partnership support for community impact organizations
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The Home Program
Supports projects improving housing stability and tenancy success
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Partnering and CollaborationGrant and FundingOpen
Grant financing for ICT research partnerships
Finances collaborative ICT applied research and development
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Age-Friendly Communities Grant
Funding for projects supporting active and engaged seniors in Nova Scotia
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United Way Simcoe Muskoka - Reaching Home
Support homelessness interventions and related capital projects
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Culture and Heritage Grants and Contributions Program - French Language Arts and Culture Development
Support for French language and cultural projects in Nunavut
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Designated Heritage Property Grant Program
Supports conservation and restoration of designated heritage properties.
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Major Contributions Grant
Supports major community infrastructure and planning projects
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Culture and Heritage Grants and Contributions Program - Inuit Societal Values
Supports Inuit community projects promoting traditional practices and social well-being.
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Grants, Donations and Sponsorships
Supports health and community initiatives in Canada
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SurreyCares Community Foundation - SurreyCares Community Grants
Supports community projects in Surrey promoting inclusion and youth empowerment
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Esri Nonprofit Organization Program
GIS software support for nonprofit mission delivery
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Exchanges Canada Program - Youth Forums Canada
Financial support for youth activities promoting Canadian identity.
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Partnership Funding - Servus Feel Good Fund
Supports community projects focused on social well-being and regional impact
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Community Grants - Municipal Community Wellbeing Grants
Support for community projects improving residents' quality of life in Banff.
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Vital Community Grants
Supports charities working on community equity and inclusion
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Toronto Enterprise Fund (TEF) - Catalyze New ESEs
Support feasibility studies and business planning for ESEs
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Community Sport and Recreation Infrastructure Fund
Funding for sports and recreation infrastructure projects in Ontario
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Condition of Youth
Supports projects for youth development and social activities.
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Culture and Heritage Grants and Contributions Program - Elder Initiatives
Supports Elder activities and cultural preservation in Nunavut
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Culture and Heritage Grants and Contributions Program - French Language Services Program
Supports initiatives promoting French language and community vitality
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Accessibility Grants
Newfoundland and Labrador Department of Children, Seniors and Social Development, Government of Newfoundland and Labrador, SaskCulture, Saskatchewan Arts Board
Supports projects to improve accessibility and inclusion for persons with disabilities.
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Community Investment Grant Program
Supports community development, social impact, and sustainability projects.
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Kootenay Savings Community Foundation
Supports community-focused non-profit projects in Kootenays
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Charitable contributions, donations and grants
Support for charitable, medical, and educational initiatives
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Support for Korea-Related Cultural Events
Support for Korea-related cultural exchange activities
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Culture and Heritage Grants and Contributions Program - Elders and Youth Facilities
Supports development and renovation of community Elders and Youth facilities
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Critical Food Infrastructure Grant
Supports initiatives enhancing access to traditional and regional foods
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GLOW Indigenous Health Grant: Guiding Local Opportunities for Wellbeing
Support Indigenous-led HIV and hepatitis community health initiatives
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The Environmental Dispute Resolution Fund (EDRF)
Supports legal projects for environmental advocacy and legal challenges.
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Taking Action on Family Violence Grant Program
Supports projects addressing family violence through evidence-informed initiatives
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Philanthropic Engagement Committee - Preventing social isolation together
Supports initiatives that reduce social isolation
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Critical Service Grant Program
Supports community service projects with flexible funding options
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Social Sector Development Grants
Supports sector capacity building through various sector development initiatives
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Domtar Connects
Supports education, humanitarian, and sustainability initiatives
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Gift In Kind Program
Provides in-kind donations to registered charities in Alberta
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HCi3 Grant Program
Supports innovative local greenhouse gas reduction projects
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Ockenden International Prize
Supports refugee self-reliance and measurable outcomes
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Front Line Agency Funding
Supports frontline social services for vulnerable populations in specified regions
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Corporate Donations
Supports philanthropic initiatives and charitable activities
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Community Sustainability Fund
Supports grassroots sustainability projects in local communities
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United Way of Central New Brunswick - Community Fund
Financial support for community-focused programs and services
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RFP: Play Learn Thrive
Funding for innovative early childhood development projects in emergencies
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United Way of Central New Brunswick - United Way Maritimes Operational and Program Funding
Supports community programs and organizational operations
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RFP: Being
Funding to develop and scale youth mental health and wellbeing projects.
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Culture and Heritage Grants and Contributions Program - Youth Initiatives
Supports youth cultural and language programs in Nunavut.
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United Way Waterloo Region Communities - Community Impact Fund - Program/Project Grants
Funds specific organizational programs or projects
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Technical Assistance Grants
Covers specialized consulting support for co-operatives
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Economic Trust of the Southern Interior BC (ETSI-BC) - Developing Human Capital
Support for collaborations to develop human capital and create jobs
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The Tourism Festival Fund
Financial support for festivals demonstrating tourism impact and attendee diversity.
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Caribou Habitat Restoration Grants
Restores critical caribou habitat in British Columbia
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Financial Assistance Program to Promote Access to Justice
Supports projects improving understanding and access to justice
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Community Safety and Well-being Fund - Community Micro-Grants Program
Financial aid supporting community safety and youth development initiatives
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The RONA Foundation - Donation Requests
Support for community improvement and social impact projects
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The RONA Foundation - Build from the Heart
Support for housing access and living-environment projects
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Equitable Access to Reading Program
Supports production of accessible reading materials for print disabilities
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Walk Bike Roll Community Partnership Program
Supports projects promoting active travel and transit in Vancouver.
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Donation or Sponsorship Program
Support for organizations aligned with foundation objectives
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Indigenous Healing and Wellness Grant Program
Supports traditional Indigenous healing and wellness activities in Vancouver
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Emergency Fund Grant
Community Foundation of Whistler, Veterans Affairs Canada (VAC), Foundation for Choral Music in Manitoba (FCMM)
Short-term support after natural or socio-economic disasters
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Building Safer Communities Grants
Funding for community safety and violence prevention initiatives
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REALTORS® Community Foundation
Supports housing and inclusive community initiatives
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Alberta Crime Prevention Grant
Supports community youth crime prevention programs in Alberta
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Gender, Equity, Diversity, Inclusion (GEDI) & Community Enhancement Program
Prince Edward Island Department of Workforce, Advanced Learning and Population, R.L. Cotton Trust Fund for Public Parks
Supports community projects fostering inclusion, diversity, and gender equity.
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National Crime Prevention Strategy (NCPS)
Supports community-led crime prevention activities for at-risk youth in Canada
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Urban/Hometown Green Team Program
Supports youth employment and community development projects.
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The Temiskaming Foundation - Historic Cobalt Legacy Fund
Supports Cobalt heritage, culture, and community wellbeing
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From The Ground Up - Safe Healthy Communities For ALL
Supports community renewal, safety, and youth initiatives.
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Wetlands Conservation Partner Program
Supports wetlands restoration and climate resilience initiatives
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Kamloops Climate Action Grant
Financial aid for community-based climate initiatives in Kamloops
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Small Projects Grant
Funding to support community programs and activities in Mississauga
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United Way West Central Manitoba
Supports community initiatives addressing priority social needs
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