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Updated June 2026

Grants and Funding in Canada in 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.

10624 programs available
  • City of Gatineau logo
    Grant and FundingClosed

    Fund to Support Projects Contributing to Economic Development

    Funding for economic development projects in Gatineau
    Quebec, Canada
    Eligible Funding
    • From $25,000 to $100,000
    • Up to 80% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    • Professional, scientific and technical services
    • Educational services
    • Other services (except public administration)
    • Public administration
    Types of eligible projects
    CommercializationTechnologyInnovationDigital Transformation
    Quebec, Canada
  • Microfinance institution logo
    Other SupportExpert AdviceLoans and Capital investmentsClosed

    Funding available for starting and expanding a business

    Financing for business startup and growth
    Quebec, Canada
    Eligible Funding
    • From $500 to $20,000
    Eligible Industries
    • All industries
    Types of eligible projects
    CommercializationTechnologyInnovationDigital Transformation
    Quebec, Canada
  • CMTN Foundation (CMTN) logo
    Grant and FundingClosed

    Funding for BC Former Youth from Care

    Support for BC former youth from care students
    BC, Canada
    Eligible Funding
    • Maximum amount : 3,500 $
    Eligible Industries
    • Educational services
    Types of eligible projects
    BC, Canada
  • Government of Canada logo
    Researchers And FacilitiesPartnering and CollaborationGrant and FundingClosed

    Funding for impact assessment research in Canada

    Funding for federal impact assessment research
    Canada
    Eligible Funding
    • Maximum amount : 75,000 $
    Eligible Industries
    • Professional, scientific and technical services
    • Educational services
    • Other services (except public administration)
    • Public administration
    Types of eligible projects
    Environment and Climate
    Canada
  • Employment and Social Development Canada (ESDC) logo
    Researchers And FacilitiesPartnering and CollaborationGrant and FundingClosed

    Funding for Longitudinal Research Projects Stream – Work Integration Social Enterprises Phase II

    Support for longitudinal WISE research projects
    Canada
    Eligible Funding
    • Maximum amount : 550,000 $
    Eligible Industries
    • Professional, scientific and technical services
    • Educational services
    • Health care and social assistance
    Types of eligible projects
    Canada
  • Government of New Brunswick logo
    Grant and FundingLoans and Capital investmentsClosed

    Funding for part-time students

    Financial aid for part-time post-secondary study
    NB, Yukon, Canada
    Eligible Funding
    • Maximum amount : 20,000 $
    Eligible Industries
    • Educational services
    Types of eligible projects
    NB, Yukon, Canada
  • Canada Water Agency (CWA) logo
    Grant and FundingClosed

    Funding for the Fraser River Freshwater Ecosystem Initiative

    Supports projects improving Fraser River Basin water quality and ecosystem health
    BC, Canada
    Eligible Funding
    • Maximum amount : 200,000 $
    • Up to 40% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    • Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
    • Professional, scientific and technical services
    • Educational services
    • Public administration
    Types of eligible projects
    Environment and Climate
    BC, Canada
  • CLD Rouyn-Noranda (CLDRN) logo
    Grant and FundingClosed

    Funding for the next generation

    Support for business succession services
    Quebec, Canada
    Eligible Funding
    • Maximum amount : 5,000 $
    • Up to 50% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    • All industries
    Types of eligible projects
    Quebec, Canada
  • Grant and FundingClosed

    Funding granted to patient groups

    Funding for independent patient groups
    Quebec, Canada
    Eligible Funding
    • Varies by project
    Eligible Industries
    • Health care and social assistance
    Types of eligible projects
    Quebec, Canada
  • MRC du Golfe du Saint Laurent (MRC) logo
    Other SupportGrant and FundingExpert AdviceLoans and Capital investmentsClosed

    Funding Guide

    Funding for rural development and business projects
    Quebec, Canada
    Eligible Funding
    • Maximum amount : 35,000 $
    • Up to 90% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    • Manufacturing
    • Retail trade
    • Transportation and warehousing
    • Information and cultural industries
    Types of eligible projects
    CommercializationTechnologyConstruction and Renovation InnovationDigital Transformation
    Quebec, Canada
  • City of Hamilton logo
    Grant and FundingWage Subsidies And InternsClosed

    Funding Opportunities for Child Care Operators

    Financial support for Hamilton child care operators
    Hamilton, Ontario, Canada
    Eligible Funding
    • Maximum amount : 10,920 $
    Eligible Industries
    • Educational services
    • Health care and social assistance
    Types of eligible projects
    Human Resources
    Hamilton, Ontario, Canada
  • Hewitt Foundation logo
    Grant and FundingClosed

    Funding to organizations

    Support for health, education, and community initiatives
    Canada
    Eligible Funding
    • Varies by project
    Eligible Industries
    • Educational services
    • Health care and social assistance
    Types of eligible projects
    Canada
  • Government of Canada logo
    Grant and FundingClosed

    Funding to Support Public Travel

    Public travel support for environmental review participation
    Canada
    Eligible Funding
    • Maximum amount : 1,000 $
    Eligible Industries
    • Public administration
    Types of eligible projects
    Environment and Climate
    Canada
  • Employment and Social Development Canada (ESDC) logo
    Grant and FundingClosed

    Funding WORBE: Workplace opportunities: Removing barriers to equity

    Supports employment equity solutions and measurable workplace inclusion results
    Canada
    Eligible Funding
    • Maximum amount : 1,500,000 $
    Eligible Industries
    • Transportation and warehousing
    • Information and cultural industries
    • Finance and insurance
    • Other services (except public administration)
    Types of eligible projects
    Human Resources
    Canada
  • Government of Canada logo
    Partnering and CollaborationGrant and FundingClosed

    Funding: Employment Assistance for Older Workers

    Support for older workers returning to employment
    Canada
    Eligible Funding
    • Varies by project
    Eligible Industries
    • Public administration
    Types of eligible projects
    Human Resources
    Canada
  • FRAS logo
    Grant and FundingClosed

    Fundraising project organization

    Support for time-limited fundraising projects
    Quebec, Canada
    Eligible Funding
    • Varies by project
    Eligible Industries
    • Health care and social assistance
    Types of eligible projects
    Quebec, Canada
  • Region of Peel logo
    Grant and FundingClosed

    Funeral arrangements financial help

    Financial help for basic funeral arrangements
    Ontario, Canada
    Eligible Funding
    • Maximum amount : 2,250 $
    Eligible Industries
    • All industries
    Types of eligible projects
    Construction and Renovation
    Ontario, Canada
  • City of Hamilton logo
    Grant and FundingClosed

    Funerals, Burials & Cremations

    Financial help for basic funeral costs
    Hamilton, Ontario, Canada
    Eligible Funding
    • Varies by project
    Eligible Industries
    • Health care and social assistance
    • Other services (except public administration)
    • Public administration
    Types of eligible projects
    Construction and Renovation
    Hamilton, Ontario, Canada
  • Grant and FundingClosed

    FUQAC - Scholarships

    Scholarships supporting UQAC students
    Quebec, Canada
    Eligible Funding
    • Varies by project
    Eligible Industries
    • Educational services
    Types of eligible projects
    Quebec, Canada
  • Government of Prince Edward Island (PEI) logo
    Grant and FundingClosed

    Future Farmer Program

    Support for new farmers in Prince Edward Island
    PE, Canada
    Eligible Funding
    • Maximum amount : 10,000 $
    • Up to 50% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    • Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
    Types of eligible projects
    Business Buyout
    PE, Canada
  • Future Generations Foundation logo
    Grant and FundingClosed

    Future Generation Foundation Individual Call for Applications 2025-2026

    Funding for First Nations education and cultural learning
    Canada
    Eligible Funding
    • Maximum amount : 20,000 $
    • Up to 90% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    • Information and cultural industries
    • Educational services
    • Health care and social assistance
    • Arts, entertainment and recreation
    Types of eligible projects
    TechnologyEnvironment and ClimateInnovation
    Canada
  • Next Generation Manufacturing Canada (NGen) logo
    Grant and FundingClosed

    Future Ready program

    Funding for manufacturer training and skills development
    Canada
    Eligible Funding
    • Up to 80% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    • Manufacturing
    Types of eligible projects
    Human ResourcesDigital Transformation
    Canada
  • Gainey Foundation logo
    Grant and FundingClosed

    Gainey Foundation — General Funding

    Support for youth arts and environment initiatives
    Canada
    Eligible Funding
    • Varies by project
    Eligible Industries
    • Educational services
    • Arts, entertainment and recreation
    Types of eligible projects
    Environment and Climate
    Canada
  • Tennis Canada logo
    Grant and FundingClosed

    Game. Set. Equity. Community Tennis Grants

    Funding for community tennis equity initiatives
    Canada
    Eligible Funding
    • Maximum amount : 20,000 $
    • Up to 70% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    • Educational services
    • Arts, entertainment and recreation
    • Other services (except public administration)
    • Public administration
    Types of eligible projects
    Canada
  • Nature's Path Foods logo
    Grant and FundingClosed

    Gardens for Good

    Supports urban organic food projects for low-income communities
    Canada
    Eligible Funding
    • From $6,500 to $6,500
    Eligible Industries
    • All industries
    Types of eligible projects
    Canada
  • Garth Homer Foundation logo
    Grant and FundingClosed

    Garth Homer Foundation — General Funding

    Funding for disability-focused community projects
    Canada
    Eligible Funding
    • Varies by project
    Eligible Industries
    • Health care and social assistance
    Types of eligible projects
    Construction and Renovation
    Canada
  • FortisBC logo
    Grant and FundingExpert AdviceClosed

    Gas absorption heat pump rebates for non-profit organizations

    Rebates for non-profit heat pump installations
    BC, Canada
    Eligible Funding
    • Maximum amount : 200,000 $
    • Up to 75% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    • Real estate and rental and leasing
    • Health care and social assistance
    • Public administration
    Types of eligible projects
    Environment and Climate
    BC, Canada
  • FortisBC logo
    Grant and FundingClosed

    Gas Boiler Rebate

    Rebate for high-efficiency gas boiler installations
    BC, Canada
    Eligible Funding
    • Maximum amount : 45,000 $
    Eligible Industries
    • Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
    • Manufacturing
    Types of eligible projects
    Construction and Renovation
    BC, Canada
  • Ronin Sharma Foundation (RSF) logo
    Grant and FundingClosed

    Gear Up Equipment Program

    Equipment support for first-time youth hockey players
    BC, Canada
    Eligible Funding
    • Varies by project
    Eligible Industries
    • Arts, entertainment and recreation
    Types of eligible projects
    BC, Canada
  • Scale AI Cluster logo
    Grant and FundingClosed

    Gen AI Call for Projects

    Supports collaborative generative AI projects improving operational productivity in Canada
    Canada
    Eligible Funding
    • Minimum amount : 750,000 $
    • Up to 50% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    • Professional, scientific and technical services
    Types of eligible projects
    CommercializationArtificial Intelligence (AI)
    Canada
  • Government of New Brunswick logo
    Grant and FundingClosed

    Gender Equity Action Fund (GEAF)

    Support for community-led gender equity projects
    NB, Canada
    Eligible Funding
    • Maximum amount : 5,000 $
    Eligible Industries
    • All industries
    Types of eligible projects
    NB, Canada
  • Minister of Industry, Tourism and Investment (NWT) (ITI) logo
    Grant and FundingClosed

    Gender Equity Grant

    Funds community projects advancing gender equity across the Northwest Territories
    NT, Canada
    Eligible Funding
    • Maximum amount : 5,000 $
    Eligible Industries
    • Other services (except public administration)
    • Public administration
    Types of eligible projects
    NT, Canada
  • Women and Gender Equality Canada (WAGE) logo
    Researchers And FacilitiesPartnering and CollaborationGrant and FundingClosed

    Gender-Based Violence Research Initiative

    Partnered research on gender-based violence
    Canada
    Eligible Funding
    • Maximum amount : 700,000 $
    Eligible Industries
    • Professional, scientific and technical services
    • Educational services
    • Public administration
    Types of eligible projects
    Canada
  • Telefilm Canada logo
    Grant and FundingClosed

    General Admission Festivals Program

    Funding for small Canadian film festivals
    Canada
    Eligible Funding
    • From $5,000 to $15,000
    Eligible Industries
    • Information and cultural industries
    • Arts, entertainment and recreation
    Types of eligible projects
    Canada
  • Oxford Community Foundation logo
    Grant and FundingClosed

    General Fall Grants

    Community funding for Oxford County organizations
    Ontario, Canada
    Eligible Funding
    • From $500 to $10,000
    Eligible Industries
    • Educational services
    • Health care and social assistance
    • Arts, entertainment and recreation
    • Other services (except public administration)
    Types of eligible projects
    Ontario, Canada
  • Halton Region (HATCH) logo
    Wage Subsidies And InternsClosed

    General Operating Grant

    Operating support for licensed child care programs
    Ontario, Canada
    Eligible Funding
    • Varies by project
    Eligible Industries
    • Educational services
    • Health care and social assistance
    Types of eligible projects
    Human Resources
    Ontario, Canada
  • Government of Québec logo
    Quebec, Canada
    Eligible Funding
    • Maximum amount : 485,000 $
    • Up to 100% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    • Real estate and rental and leasing
    • Other services (except public administration)
    • Public administration
    Types of eligible projects
    Environment and ClimateConstruction and Renovation Business Buyout
    Quebec, Canada
  • Acfas logo
    Other SupportClosed

    Geniuses in business

    Student innovation commercialization competition
    Montreal, Quebec, Canada
    Eligible Funding
    • Varies by project
    Eligible Industries
    • All industries
    Types of eligible projects
    Commercialization
    Montreal, Quebec, Canada
  • Genome Canada logo
    Researchers And FacilitiesPartnering and CollaborationGrant and FundingClosed

    Genome Prairie — Canadian Biotechnology Innovation and Commercialization (CBIC) Initiative

    Funding for genomics innovation partnerships
    Alberta, Manitoba, Saskatchewan, Canada
    Eligible Funding
    • From $100,000 to $2,000,000
    • Up to 33% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    • Manufacturing
    • Professional, scientific and technical services
    • Health care and social assistance
    Types of eligible projects
    CommercializationTechnologyInnovation
    Alberta, Manitoba, Saskatchewan, Canada
  • Natural Resources Canada (NRCan) logo
    Grant and FundingClosed

    GeoConnections Program (Voted)

    Supports innovative geospatial data initiatives
    Canada
    Eligible Funding
    • Varies by project
    Eligible Industries
    • Professional, scientific and technical services
    • Educational services
    • Public administration
    Types of eligible projects
    TechnologyInnovationDigital Transformation
    Canada
  • Toronto Metropolitan University (TMU) logo
    Grant and FundingClosed

    Geoff Boyes Graduate Award

    Support for MSc Applied Mathematics students
    Ontario, Canada
    Eligible Funding
    • From $2,000 to $2,000
    Eligible Industries
    • Educational services
    Types of eligible projects
    Ontario, Canada
  • NunatuKavut Community Council (NCC) logo
    Grant and FundingClosed

    George Roberts Community Grant Program

    Community funding for culture and well-being initiatives
    NL, Canada
    Eligible Funding
    • Maximum amount : 4,000 $
    Eligible Industries
    • Arts, entertainment and recreation
    • Other services (except public administration)
    • Public administration
    Types of eligible projects
    Innovation
    NL, Canada
  • Natural Resources Canada (NRCan) logo
    Researchers And FacilitiesPartnering and CollaborationGrant and FundingClosed

    Geoscience, multidisciplinary and Northern academia research grants recipients

    Supports geoscience research in Northern Canada
    Canada
    Eligible Funding
    • Varies by project
    Eligible Industries
    • Mining, quarrying, and oil and gas extraction
    • Utilities
    • Professional, scientific and technical services
    • Educational services
    Types of eligible projects
    Artificial Intelligence (AI)Environment and ClimateInnovationDigital Transformation
    Canada
  • Gershon Iskowitz Foundation logo
    Grant and FundingClosed

    Gershon Iskowitz Prize

    Prize for professional Canadian visual artists
    Canada
    Eligible Funding
    • Maximum amount : 75,000 $
    Eligible Industries
    • Arts, entertainment and recreation
    Types of eligible projects
    Canada
  • The Yellowknife Community Foundation (YKCF) logo
    Grant and FundingClosed

    Get Her Elected Fund

    Funding for women’s political leadership support
    NT, Canada
    Eligible Funding
    • Maximum amount : 2,000 $
    Eligible Industries
    • Public administration
    Types of eligible projects
    NT, Canada
  • Genesis Inspiration Foundation logo
    Grant and FundingClosed

    Get Lit – Words Ignite

    Support for youth literacy and creativity
    Canada
    Eligible Funding
    • Maximum amount : 50,000 $
    Eligible Industries
    • Educational services
    • Arts, entertainment and recreation
    Types of eligible projects
    Canada
  • Grocery Foundation Atlantic (GFA) logo
    Grant and FundingClosed

    GFA Funding Program

    Supports charities helping children in Atlantic Canada
    NB, NL, NS, PE, Canada
    Eligible Funding
    • Varies by project
    Eligible Industries
    • Health care and social assistance
    Types of eligible projects
    NB, NL, NS, PE, Canada
  • GHD Foundation (GHD) logo
    Grant and FundingClosed

    GHD Foundation — General Funding

    Funding for resilient communities and STEAM equity
    Canada
    Eligible Funding
    • Varies by project
    Eligible Industries
    • Educational services
    • Arts, entertainment and recreation
    Types of eligible projects
    Canada
  • Town of Gravenhurst logo
    Grant and FundingClosed

    GHS Bursary Award

    Annual bursary support for Gravenhurst High School students
    Ontario, Canada
    Eligible Funding
    • Varies by project
    Eligible Industries
    • Educational services
    Types of eligible projects
    Ontario, Canada
  • Gillott Family Trust logo
    Grant and FundingClosed

    Gill Foundation — LGBTQ Equality Funding

    Funding for invited LGBTQ equality initiatives
    Canada
    Eligible Funding
    • Varies by project
    Eligible Industries
    • Professional, scientific and technical services
    • Health care and social assistance
    • Other services (except public administration)
    • Public administration
    Types of eligible projects
    Canada
  • Gillespie Foundation (GF) logo
    Grant and FundingClosed

    Gillespie Foundation — General Funding

    Community support for youth and safety initiatives
    Canada
    Eligible Funding
    • Varies by project
    Eligible Industries
    • Educational services
    • Health care and social assistance
    • Arts, entertainment and recreation
    • Public administration
    Types of eligible projects
    Canada
  • Genesis Inspiration Foundation logo
    Grant and FundingClosed

    Girls Write Now Grant

    Supports mentoring and training for young writers
    Canada
    Eligible Funding
    • Maximum amount : 50,000 $
    Eligible Industries
    • Information and cultural industries
    Types of eligible projects
    Canada
  • Foundation For The Children logo
    Grant and FundingClosed

    Give children a good start in life

    Support for child nutrition initiatives
    Canada
    Eligible Funding
    • Varies by project
    Eligible Industries
    • Educational services
    • Health care and social assistance
    Types of eligible projects
    Canada
  • Oakville Community Foundation (OCF) logo
    Grant and FundingClosed

    GIVEOakville

    Online community funding for Oakville charities
    Ontario, Canada
    Eligible Funding
    • Maximum amount : 25,000 $
    Eligible Industries
    • All industries
    Types of eligible projects
    Ontario, Canada
  • BNI Foundation (BNI) logo
    Grant and FundingClosed

    Givers Gain Grants

    Funding for children’s education projects
    Canada
    Eligible Funding
    • From $1,000 to $1,000
    Eligible Industries
    • Educational services
    Types of eligible projects
    Canada
  • Municipality of Chatham-Kent (CK) logo
    Grant and FundingClosed

    Gleaning Project Grant

    Funding to expand local gleaning coordination
    Ontario, Canada
    Eligible Funding
    • Maximum amount : 25,000 $
    Eligible Industries
    • Health care and social assistance
    • Public administration
    Types of eligible projects
    Ontario, Canada
  • Canadian Copper Refinery (CCR) logo
    Grant and FundingClosed

    Glencore — Community engagement

    Community funding for local projects
    Canada
    Eligible Funding
    • Varies by project
    Eligible Industries
    • Educational services
    • Health care and social assistance
    • Arts, entertainment and recreation
    • Other services (except public administration)
    Types of eligible projects
    Environment and ClimateConstruction and Renovation Innovation
    Canada