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Grants and Funding for Businesses in Alberta

This directory focuses on business funding connected to Alberta. Use it to compare support for startup activity, productivity, equipment, innovation, technology, workforce, export, energy, environmental improvements, or regional growth, then review each listing’s applicant rules, project location, eligible work, costs, evidence, and timing. Narrow by industry, audience, business stage, or project objective when that dimension offers a more precise search.

722 programs
  • Prairies Economic Development Canada (PrairiesCan) logo
    Grant and FundingLoans and Capital investmentsOpen

    Regional Tariff Response Initiative (RTRI) — Prairie Provinces — Pivot projects

    Prairies Economic Development Canada (PrairiesCan)
    Supports tariff-affected Prairie businesses with pivot projects that improve productivity, develop markets and strengthen supply chains, and organizations helping these businesses adapt.
    Eligible Funding
    From $500,000 to $20,000,000 · Up to 90% of project cost
    Types of eligible projects
    TechnologyDigital Transformation
    Legal Structure
    Non-profit, Public or Parapublic institution, For-profit business, Social economy enterprise
    Timeline
    Closing date : December 31, 2028
    Alberta, Manitoba, Saskatchewan, Canada
  • Public Safety Canada (PSC) logo
    Grant and FundingOpen

    Heavy Urban Search and Rescue (HUSAR)

    Public Safety Canada (PSC)
    Supports specialized emergency response teams for urban disaster management
    Eligible Funding
    Maximum amount : 6,250,000 $ · Up to 75% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    Public administration
    Types of eligible projects
    Construction and Renovation
    Legal Structure
    Public or Parapublic institution
    Canada
  • Government of Alberta logo
    Grant and FundingOpen

    Investment and Growth Fund

    Government of Alberta
    Funding for major private investment in Alberta
    Eligible Funding
    From $500,000 to $10,000,000 · Up to 50% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting, Manufacturing, Transportation and warehousing, Arts, entertainment and recreation
    Types of eligible projects
    Legal Structure
    For-profit business
    Alberta, Canada
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  • Alberta Innovates logo
    Grant and FundingOpen

    Alberta Innovates — Agriculture & Environment (AE) Program

    Alberta Innovates
    Support for sustainable agriculture and environmental innovation
    Eligible Funding
    Maximum amount : 750,000 $ · Up to 50% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting, Utilities, Professional, scientific and technical services, Educational services
    Types of eligible projects
    CommercializationTechnologyEnvironment and ClimateInnovation
    Legal Structure
    Non-profit, Sole proprietorship, Public or Parapublic institution, For-profit business
    Alberta, Canada
  • Federation of Canadian Municipalities (FCM) logo
    Grant and FundingOpen

    Implementation projects: Adaptation in Action

    Federation of Canadian Municipalities (FCM), Green Municipal Fund (GMF)
    Funds municipal climate adaptation implementation projects to build resilience
    Eligible Funding
    Maximum amount : 1,000,000 $ · Up to 60% of project cost
    Types of eligible projects
    Environment and Climate
    Legal Structure
    Non-profit, Public or Parapublic institution
    Timeline
    Open Date : October 6, 2026 · Closing date : November 24, 2026
    Canada
  • Calgary Newcomers Guide (CNG) logo
    Other SupportGrant and FundingOpen

    Future Foundation of Youth (FFY)

    Calgary Newcomers Guide (CNG)
    Supports youth-led community-impact projects with mentorship
    Eligible Funding
    Maximum amount : 2,800 $
    Eligible Industries
    Educational services, Health care and social assistance, Arts, entertainment and recreation, Other services (except public administration)
    Types of eligible projects
    TechnologyEnvironment and Climate
    Calgary, Alberta, Canada
  • Yaletown Partners logo
    Loans and Capital investmentsOpen

    Accelerate Fund

    Yaletown Partners
    Early investment and coaching for Alberta startups
    Eligible Funding
    Maximum amount : 250,000 $
    Eligible Industries
    Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting, Manufacturing, Information and cultural industries, Professional, scientific and technical services
    Types of eligible projects
    CommercializationTechnologyInnovation
    Legal Structure
    For-profit business
    Alberta, Canada

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  • Alberta Innovates logo
    Partnering and CollaborationGrant and FundingExpert AdviceOpen

    Accelerating Innovations into CarE (AICE) – Concepts

    Alberta Innovates
    Competitive health-tech support for Alberta SMEs
    Eligible Funding
    Maximum amount : 600,000 $ · Up to 75% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    Professional, scientific and technical services, Health care and social assistance
    Types of eligible projects
    CommercializationTechnology
    Legal Structure
    For-profit business
    Alberta, Canada
  • Alberta Innovates logo
    Other SupportPartnering and CollaborationGrant and FundingExpert AdviceOpen

    Accelerating Innovations into CarE (AICE) – Market Access

    Alberta Innovates
    Support for Alberta health technology market access
    Eligible Funding
    Maximum amount : 600,000 $ · Up to 75% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    Health care and social assistance
    Types of eligible projects
    CommercializationTechnology
    Legal Structure
    For-profit business
    Alberta, Canada
  • Alberta Innovates logo
    Partnering and CollaborationGrant and FundingExpert AdviceOpen

    Accelerating Innovations into CarE (AICE) – Validate

    Alberta Innovates
    Competitive support for Alberta health technology validation
    Eligible Funding
    Maximum amount : 300,000 $ · Up to 75% of project cost
    Types of eligible projects
    CommercializationTechnology
    Legal Structure
    For-profit business
    Timeline
    Closing date : November 27, 2026
    Alberta, Canada
  • The Sinneave Family Foundation logo
    Grant and FundingOpen

    Advocacy Award

    The Sinneave Family Foundation
    Funding for Autistic advocacy participation
    Eligible Funding
    From $250 to $1,000
    Eligible Industries
    All industries
    Types of eligible projects
    Alberta, Canada
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  • AGAT Foundation (AGAT) logo
    Grant and FundingOpen

    AGAT Foundation — General Funding

    AGAT Foundation (AGAT)
    Support for community-focused philanthropic initiatives
    Eligible Funding
    Varies by project
    Eligible Industries
    Manufacturing, Transportation and warehousing, Professional, scientific and technical services, Administrative and support, waste management and remediation services
    Types of eligible projects
    Innovation
    Legal Structure
    Non-profit
    Alberta, Canada
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  • Government of Alberta logo
    Other SupportGrant and FundingWage Subsidies And InternsOpen

    Agriculture Job Connector

    Government of Alberta
    Agriculture jobs and employer support in Alberta
    Eligible Funding
    Maximum amount : 7,500 $
    Types of eligible projects
    Human Resources
    Legal Structure
    For-profit business, Sole proprietorship
    Timeline
    Open Date : May 12, 2020
    Alberta, Canada
  • Agricorp logo
    Grant and FundingOpen

    AgriStability — Ontario

    Agricorp, Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada (AAFC)
    Income support for large farming income declines
    Eligible Funding
    Up to 80% of project cost
    Types of eligible projects
    Legal Structure
    For-profit business, Non-financial cooperative
    Timeline
    Closing date : January 1, 2027
    Alberta, Ontario, PE, Saskatchewan, Canada

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  • Government of Alberta logo
    Tax CreditsOpen

    Alberta Film and Television Tax Credit

    Government of Alberta
    Refundable tax credit for Alberta screen productions
    Eligible Funding
    Up to 30% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    Information and cultural industries
    Types of eligible projects
    Legal Structure
    For-profit business
    Alberta, Canada
  • Government of Alberta logo
    Grant and FundingOpen

    Alberta Income Support

    Government of Alberta
    Basic living cost support in Alberta
    Eligible Funding
    Varies by project
    Eligible Industries
    All industries
    Types of eligible projects
    Alberta, Canada
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  • Alberta Innovates logo
    Grant and FundingOpen

    Alberta Innovates — Bitumen Beyond Combustion (BBC) Program

    Alberta Innovates
    Supports non-combustion oil sands technologies
    Eligible Funding
    Varies by project
    Eligible Industries
    Mining, quarrying, and oil and gas extraction
    Types of eligible projects
    CommercializationTechnologyEnvironment and ClimateInnovation
    Legal Structure
    Non-profit, Sole proprietorship, Public or Parapublic institution, For-profit business
    Alberta, Canada
  • Alberta Innovates logo
    Grant and FundingOpen

    Alberta Innovates — Energy Storage and Minerals

    Alberta Innovates
    Support for energy storage and critical minerals innovation
    Eligible Funding
    Maximum amount : 2,000,000 $ · Up to 50% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    Mining, quarrying, and oil and gas extraction, Utilities, Manufacturing, Administrative and support, waste management and remediation services
    Types of eligible projects
    CommercializationTechnologyEnvironment and ClimateInnovation
    Legal Structure
    Non-profit, Sole proprietorship, Public or Parapublic institution, For-profit business
    Alberta, Canada
  • Alberta Innovates logo
    Grant and FundingOpen

    Alberta Innovates — Summer Research Studentships

    Alberta Innovates
    Undergraduate summer health research support
    Eligible Funding
    Maximum amount : 7,500 $
    Eligible Industries
    Educational services, Health care and social assistance
    Types of eligible projects
    CommercializationArtificial Intelligence (AI)TechnologyInnovation
    Legal Structure
    Public or Parapublic institution
    Alberta, Canada

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  • Alberta Innovates logo
    Grant and FundingOpen

    Alberta Innovates — Water Innovation Program

    Alberta Innovates
    Supports innovation for sustainable water solutions
    Eligible Funding
    Varies by project
    Eligible Industries
    Professional, scientific and technical services
    Types of eligible projects
    TechnologyEnvironment and ClimateInnovation
    Legal Structure
    Non-profit, Sole proprietorship, Public or Parapublic institution, For-profit business
    Alberta, Canada
  • Government of Alberta logo
    Grant and FundingOpen

    Alberta Media Fund — Post-Production, Visual Effects and Digital Animation Grant

    Government of Alberta, Alberta Ministry of Arts, Culture and Status of Women (ACSW), Alberta Media Fund (AMF), Alberta Ministry of Jobs, Economy and Trade (JETI)
    Funding for Alberta post-production labour costs
    Eligible Funding
    From $500 to $200,000 · Up to 18% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    Information and cultural industries
    Types of eligible projects
    Legal Structure
    For-profit business
    Alberta, Canada
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  • Alberta Women Entrepreneurs (AWE) logo
    Grant and FundingLoans and Capital investmentsOpen

    Alberta Women Entrepreneurs Programs

    Alberta Women Entrepreneurs (AWE)
    Programs and financing for women entrepreneurs
    Eligible Funding
    Varies by project
    Eligible Industries
    All industries
    Types of eligible projects
    Digital Transformation
    Legal Structure
    For-profit business, Sole proprietorship
    Alberta, Canada
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  • Allard Foundation Ltd. logo
    Grant and FundingOpen

    Allard Foundation Grants

    Allard Foundation Ltd.
    Funding for charities in Western Canada
    Eligible Funding
    Varies by project
    Eligible Industries
    All industries
    Types of eligible projects
    Alberta, Canada
  • City of Edmonton logo
    Grant and FundingOpen

    Animal Rescue Fund

    City of Edmonton
    Funding for Edmonton animal rescue organizations
    Eligible Funding
    Maximum amount : 2,000 $
    Types of eligible projects
    Legal Structure
    Non-profit
    Timeline
    Closing date : December 8, 2026
    Edmonton, Alberta, Canada

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  • City of Grande Prairie logo
    Grant and FundingOpen

    Arts & Culture Festival Funding

    City of Grande Prairie
    Support for community arts and culture festivals
    Eligible Funding
    Maximum amount : 14,000 $ · Up to 50% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    All industries
    Types of eligible projects
    Legal Structure
    Non-profit
    Grande Prairie, Alberta, Canada
  • Rozsa Foundation logo
    Grant and FundingOpen

    Arts Management Systems Funding

    Rozsa Foundation
    Supports arts organizations’ management systems
    Eligible Funding
    Maximum amount : 20,000 $
    Eligible Industries
    Arts, entertainment and recreation
    Types of eligible projects
    TechnologyHuman ResourcesDigital Transformation
    Legal Structure
    Non-profit
    Alberta, Canada
  • Alberta Women Entrepreneurs (AWE) logo
    Loans and Capital investmentsOpen

    AWE — Loan Programs

    Alberta Women Entrepreneurs (AWE)
    Business financing for Alberta women entrepreneurs
    Eligible Funding
    From $30,000 to $150,000
    Eligible Industries
    All industries
    Types of eligible projects
    TechnologyConstruction and Renovation
    Legal Structure
    Sole proprietorship
    Alberta, Canada
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  • Help a Buddy Fund logo
    Grant and FundingOpen

    Bella Bucks

    Help a Buddy Fund
    Emergency vet funding for Alberta animal rescue groups
    Eligible Funding
    Maximum amount : 500 $
    Eligible Industries
    Health care and social assistance
    Types of eligible projects
    Legal Structure
    Non-profit
    Alberta, Canada
  • Credit Unions of Alberta logo
    Grant and FundingOpen

    Big Future Innovation Grant

    Credit Unions of Alberta
    Alberta innovation grants for eligible small businesses
    Eligible Funding
    Maximum amount : 25,000 $
    Eligible Industries
    All industries
    Types of eligible projects
    Innovation
    Alberta, Canada
  • Rogers logo
    Grant and FundingOpen

    bourses d'études ted rogers

    Rogers
    Support for technology students at partner universities
    Eligible Funding
    Maximum amount : 100,000 $
    Eligible Industries
    Educational services
    Types of eligible projects
    InnovationDigital Transformation
    Canada

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  • City of Cold Lake logo
    Grant and FundingLoans and Capital investmentsOpen

    Building Incentive Programs (Multiple Programs)

    City of Cold Lake
    Financial support for housing and development projects in Cold Lake
    Eligible Funding
    Maximum amount : 150,000 $ · Up to 100% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    Construction, Real estate and rental and leasing, Educational services, Public administration
    Types of eligible projects
    Construction and Renovation Innovation
    Legal Structure
    For-profit business
    Cold Lake, Alberta, Canada
  • Government of Alberta logo
    Expert AdviceOpen

    Business Link — One-on-one advice

    Government of Alberta, Business Link
    Free personalized guidance for Alberta businesses
    Eligible Funding
    Varies by project
    Eligible Industries
    All industries
    Types of eligible projects
    Business BuyoutDigital Transformation
    Legal Structure
    For-profit business, Sole proprietorship
    Alberta, Canada
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  • Government of Alberta logo
    Grant and FundingOpen

    Canada-Alberta Productivity Grant (CAPG)

    Government of Alberta
    Supports employer-led training to enhance workforce productivity skills
    Eligible Funding
    Maximum amount : 100,000 $ · Up to 75% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    All industries
    Types of eligible projects
    Human Resources
    Legal Structure
    For-profit business, Non-profit
    Alberta, Canada
  • Government of Alberta Health, Research and Innovation Branch logo
    Grant and FundingOpen

    Cancer Research for Screening and Prevention Program Fund

    Government of Alberta Health, Research and Innovation Branch, Alberta Health Services (AHS), Government of Alberta, Alberta Municipal Affairs
    Funding for cancer prevention and screening initiatives
    Eligible Funding
    Maximum amount : 1,000,000 $
    Eligible Industries
    Educational services, Health care and social assistance, Public administration
    Types of eligible projects
    Innovation
    Legal Structure
    Non-profit, Public or Parapublic institution
    Edmonton, Alberta, Canada

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  • Government of Alberta logo
    Tax CreditsOpen

    Capital Investment Tax Credit (CITC)

    Government of Alberta
    Tax credit supporting Alberta manufacturing and tourism infrastructure investments
    Eligible Funding
    From $1,000,000 to $5,000,000 · Up to 10% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    Manufacturing, Arts, entertainment and recreation, Accommodation and food services
    Types of eligible projects
    Environment and ClimateInnovation
    Legal Structure
    For-profit business
    Alberta, Canada
  • Carthy Foundation logo
    Grant and FundingOpen

    Carthy Foundation Grants

    Carthy Foundation
    Funding for Canadian charities and qualified donees
    Eligible Funding
    Varies by project
    Eligible Industries
    All industries
    Types of eligible projects
    Environment and Climate
    Legal Structure
    Non-profit
    Alberta, Manitoba, Saskatchewan, Canada
  • Franco-Albertan Foundation (FFA) logo
    Grant and FundingOpen

    Centralta Francophonie Fund

    Franco-Albertan Foundation (FFA)
    Supports Francophone community initiatives in Centralta
    Eligible Funding
    Varies by project
    Eligible Industries
    Educational services, Other services (except public administration), Public administration
    Types of eligible projects
    Legal Structure
    Non-profit
    Alberta, Quebec, Canada
  • EPCOR Utilities Inc. (EPCOR) logo
    Grant and FundingOpen

    Charitable Partnerships

    EPCOR Utilities Inc. (EPCOR)
    Supports youth education and development initiatives
    Eligible Funding
    Varies by project
    Eligible Industries
    All industries
    Types of eligible projects
    Legal Structure
    Non-profit
    Alberta, Canada
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  • City of Beaumont logo
    Grant and FundingOpen

    City of Beaumont Community Grants

    City of Beaumont
    Funding for Beaumont community initiatives
    Eligible Funding
    Maximum amount : 10,000 $ · Up to 100% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    All industries
    Types of eligible projects
    Legal Structure
    Non-profit
    Beaumont, Alberta, Canada
  • City of Brooks logo
    Grant and FundingOpen

    City of Brooks — Recreation Fee Assistance Program

    City of Brooks
    Discounted recreation memberships for eligible residents
    Eligible Funding
    Up to 50% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    Arts, entertainment and recreation
    Types of eligible projects
    Construction and Renovation
    Legal Structure
    Public or Parapublic institution
    Brooks, Alberta, Canada

Questions about business funding in Alberta

Practical guidance on location, applicant fit, projects, costs, evidence, timing, and narrower searches.

What Alberta connection can a business funding source require?

A source may require incorporation, registration, operations, employees, a project site, spending, or measurable benefits in Alberta. Some accept businesses expanding into the province, while others require an established presence. Confirm which entity applies, where the funded work occurs, and whether the required Alberta connection must continue through the project and reporting period.

Which business projects are useful to search in Alberta?

Useful themes can include starting or expanding operations, improving productivity, buying equipment, adopting technology, developing products, training or hiring workers, entering markets, improving energy or environmental performance, and strengthening regional supply chains. These themes do not establish eligibility. Match the applicant, sector, location, activities, costs, and measurable outcome to each listing.

What makes an Alberta business project ready for funding research?

Define the business problem, current baseline, proposed work, Alberta location, responsible team, partners, budget, timeline, permits, and measurable result. Separate the specific project from ordinary operations and identify the next decision or milestone requiring support. A clear scope makes it easier to compare province-wide listings with narrower industry, audience, technology, workforce, or export options.

Which costs should an Alberta business separate in a funding budget?

Separate internal labour, employee wages, contractors, equipment, building work, software, professional services, research, training, market development, and travel. Connect each cost to a defined project activity and result. A source may treat land, working capital, inventory, taxes, financing, routine overhead, related-party costs, or purchases made before approval differently, so verify classifications before committing.

What evidence can strengthen an Alberta business funding file?

Useful evidence can include a project plan, ownership and registration records, financial statements, cash-flow forecasts, customer or market evidence, vendor quotes, permits, partner commitments, team roles, milestones, risk controls, and target productivity, revenue, employment, export, energy, or environmental indicators. Choose evidence that demonstrates need, feasibility, delivery capacity, and a credible Alberta benefit.

When should I narrow an Alberta business funding search?

Narrow by agriculture, energy, manufacturing, technology, construction, tourism, or another industry when sector rules shape the project. Use startup, small-business, Indigenous, women, youth, nonprofit, or regional directories when applicant identity is central. Productivity, equipment, hiring, training, export, innovation, clean-growth, and digital directories can be more precise when one activity defines the investment.

Does an Alberta business funding match confirm eligibility?

No. A match indicates that available directory data aligns with the selected Alberta filter. Final eligibility may depend on applicant type, operating history, sector, project location, activities, eligible costs, timing, financial capacity, permits, expected benefits, and assessment criteria. Confirm every material condition with the current funding source before making business or spending commitments.

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