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Grants and Funding for Black Entrepreneurs in Canada

This directory organizes funding listings associated with Black entrepreneurs and Black-led businesses in Canada. Use it to compare support for starting, operating, growing, hiring, adopting technology, developing products, or entering markets, then verify each source’s ownership, leadership, business-stage, project, cost, and timing rules. Broaden to a location, industry, startup, or small-business directory when another dimension better defines the need.

283 programs
  • Filaction logo
    Loans and Capital investmentsOpen

    Afro-Entrepreneurs Fund

    Financing for growth and business takeovers
    Eligible Funding
    From $50,000 to $500,000
    Eligible Industries
    Construction, Transportation and warehousing, Finance and insurance, Professional, scientific and technical services
    Types of eligible projects
    Business Buyout
    Legal Structure
    For-profit business
    Quebec, Canada
  • City of Toronto logo
    Grant and FundingTax CreditsOpen

    Economic Development & Growth in Employment (EDGE) Incentive Program

    Supports tax-based incentives for employment property development
    Eligible Funding
    From $3,000,000 to $10,000,000 · Up to 77% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    Manufacturing, Wholesale trade, Information and cultural industries, Professional, scientific and technical services
    Types of eligible projects
    Legal Structure
    For-profit business, Non-profit, Public or Parapublic institution
    Toronto, Ontario, Canada
  • Futurpreneur Canada logo
    Loans and Capital investmentsOpen

    Futurpreneur

    Financing and mentorship for young entrepreneurs
    Eligible Funding
    From $5,000 to $75,000
    Eligible Industries
    All industries
    Types of eligible projects
    Business Buyout
    Legal Structure
    Non-profit
    Canada
  • Eligible Funding
    Maximum amount : 75,000 $ · Up to 80% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    Utilities, Construction, Transportation and warehousing
    Types of eligible projects
    CommercializationEnvironment and ClimateConstruction and Renovation
    Legal Structure
    Non-profit
    NS, Canada
  • National Research Council Canada (NRC) logo
    Researchers And FacilitiesPartnering and CollaborationExpert AdviceOpen

    iVisit

    Enables SMEs to solve innovation challenges with research expertise
    Eligible Funding
    Varies by project
    Eligible Industries
    Utilities, Manufacturing, Professional, scientific and technical services, Educational services
    Types of eligible projects
    TechnologyInnovation
    Legal Structure
    For-profit business
    Canada
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  • Elevate Talent logo
    Wage Subsidies And InternsOpen

    Elevate Talent

    Pool of underrepresented talent in the Greater Toronto and Hamilton area
    Eligible Funding
    Varies by project
    Types of eligible projects
    Technology
    Legal Structure
    For-profit business
    Timeline
    Open Date : July 9, 2024
    Ontario, Canada
  • Department of Justice Canada (JUS) logo
    Grant and FundingOpen

    Justice Partnership and Innovation Program

    Supports innovative projects for an accessible, fair Canadian justice system
    Eligible Funding
    Varies by project
    Eligible Industries
    Educational services, Health care and social assistance, Public administration
    Types of eligible projects
    Innovation
    Legal Structure
    Non-profit, Public or Parapublic institution
    Canada
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  • Business Development Bank of Canada (BDC) logo
    Loans and Capital investmentsOpen

    Woman entrepreneur

    Affordable financing for women, Indigenous and Black entrepreneurs
    Eligible Funding
    From $25,000 to $350,000
    Eligible Industries
    All industries
    Types of eligible projects
    Technology
    Legal Structure
    For-profit business
    Canada
  • Futurpreneur Canada logo
    Other SupportExpert AdviceLoans and Capital investmentsOpen

    Black Entrepreneur Startup Program

    Supporting young Black entrepreneurs with funding, mentorship and resources
    Eligible Funding
    Maximum amount : 75,000 $ · Up to 25% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    All industries
    Types of eligible projects
    Business Buyout
    Legal Structure
    Sole proprietorship, For-profit business
    Canada
  • Digital Museums Canada (DMC) logo
    Grant and FundingOpen

    Digital Museums Canada — Digital Projects

    Accessible online projects for cultural organizations
    Eligible Funding
    Maximum amount : 250,000 $ · Up to 5% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    Information and cultural industries, Educational services, Arts, entertainment and recreation
    Types of eligible projects
    Digital Transformation
    Legal Structure
    Non-profit
    Canada
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  • Toronto Arts Council (TAO) logo
    Grant and FundingOpen

    Media Artists Program : Creation

    Supports professional media artists creating or completing new works
    Eligible Funding
    Maximum amount : 15,000 $
    Types of eligible projects
    Legal Structure
    Sole proprietorship
    Timeline
    Closing date : October 15, 2026
    Toronto, Ontario, Canada
  • Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada (ISED) logo
    Grant and FundingOpen

    Strategic Science Fund (SSF)

    Supports science and innovation excellence
    Eligible Funding
    Up to 15% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    Information and cultural industries, Professional, scientific and technical services, Educational services, Health care and social assistance
    Types of eligible projects
    CommercializationTechnologyHuman ResourcesInnovation
    Legal Structure
    Non-profit
    Canada
  • Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation (CMHC) logo
    Partnering and CollaborationGrant and FundingLoans and Capital investmentsOpen

    Affordable Housing Fund

    Funding for affordable and community housing
    Eligible Funding
    Varies by project
    Eligible Industries
    Construction, Real estate and rental and leasing, Public administration
    Types of eligible projects
    Construction and Renovation
    Canada
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  • Arts Nova Scotia logo
    Grant and FundingOpen

    Arts Equity Funding Initiative

    Equity-focused arts support for professional creators
    Eligible Funding
    From $500 to $15,000
    Types of eligible projects
    Legal Structure
    Non-profit
    Timeline
    Open Date : July 15, 2026
    NS, Canada
  • Toronto Arts Foundation logo
    Partnering and CollaborationExpert AdviceWage Subsidies And InternsOpen

    ArtWorksTO Youth Program

    Paid media arts training for Toronto IBPOC youth
    Eligible Funding
    Maximum amount : 5,000 $
    Eligible Industries
    Information and cultural industries, Arts, entertainment and recreation
    Types of eligible projects
    TechnologyDigital Transformation
    Legal Structure
    Non-profit
    Toronto, Ontario, Canada
  • Cadet Foundation logo
    Partnering and CollaborationGrant and FundingOpen

    Cadet Foundation Bursary

    Financial support for Black medical students
    Eligible Funding
    Maximum amount : 100,000 $
    Eligible Industries
    Health care and social assistance
    Types of eligible projects
    Legal Structure
    Non-profit
    Canada
  • Government of Canada logo
    Grant and FundingOpen

    Canada Arts Training Fund — Equity Organizations

    Support for equity-led arts training organizations
    Eligible Funding
    Up to 100% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    Arts, entertainment and recreation
    Types of eligible projects
    InnovationDigital Transformation
    Legal Structure
    Non-profit
    Canada
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  • Public Safety Canada (PSC) logo
    Grant and FundingOpen

    Canada Community Security Program (CCSP)

    Supports security upgrades for at-risk communities
    Eligible Funding
    Maximum amount : 5,000,000 $ · Up to 70% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    Educational services, Health care and social assistance, Other services (except public administration), Public administration
    Types of eligible projects
    TechnologyConstruction and Renovation
    Legal Structure
    Non-profit
    Canada
  • Catapult Canada logo
    Grant and FundingOpen

    Catapult Canada Grants

    Supports youth-serving organizations across Canada
    Eligible Funding
    Varies by project
    Eligible Industries
    Educational services
    Types of eligible projects
    Innovation
    Legal Structure
    Non-profit
    Canada
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  • Canadian Institutes of Health Research (CIHR) logo
    Other SupportResearchers And FacilitiesPartnering and CollaborationGrant and FundingOpen

    CIHR Research Excellence, Diversity, and Independence (REDI) Early Career Transition Award 2025

    Mentored transition to independent health research
    Eligible Funding
    Maximum amount : 660,000 $
    Eligible Industries
    Professional, scientific and technical services, Educational services, Health care and social assistance
    Types of eligible projects
    Innovation
    Legal Structure
    Public or Parapublic institution
    Canada
  • Canada Media Fund (CMF) logo
    Grant and FundingLoans and Capital investmentsOpen

    CMF — Program for Racialized Communities (PRC)

    Audiovisual production support for Black and racialized communities
    Eligible Funding
    Maximum amount : 750,000 $ · Up to 84% of project cost
    Types of eligible projects
    Legal Structure
    For-profit business
    Timeline
    Open Date : September 15, 2026 · Closing date : December 8, 2026
    Canada
  • Veterans Affairs Canada (VAC) logo
    Grant and FundingOpen

    Commemorative Partnership Program

    Funding for commemoration projects
    Eligible Funding
    Maximum amount : 50,000 $ · Up to 50% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    Arts, entertainment and recreation, Other services (except public administration), Public administration
    Types of eligible projects
    Construction and Renovation
    Legal Structure
    Non-profit, Public or Parapublic institution, For-profit business
    Canada
  • City of Thunder Bay logo
    Grant and FundingOpen

    Community, Youth & Cultural Funding Program

    Municipal funding for community, youth, and cultural projects
    Eligible Funding
    Maximum amount : 40,000 $ · Up to 80% of project cost
    Types of eligible projects
    Legal Structure
    Non-profit
    Timeline
    Closing date : October 23, 2026
    Thunder Bay, Ontario, Canada
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  • Dave Stoch Campership Fund logo
    Grant and FundingOpen

    Dave Stoch Campership Fund

    Funding for Camp Kodiak camperships
    Eligible Funding
    Varies by project
    Eligible Industries
    Arts, entertainment and recreation
    Types of eligible projects
    Legal Structure
    Non-profit
    Ontario, Canada
  • SWG Foundation (SWG) logo
    Grant and FundingOpen

    Doris Hillis Scholarship

    Support for a Saskatchewan writer’s retreat registration
    Eligible Funding
    Varies by project
    Eligible Industries
    Arts, entertainment and recreation
    Types of eligible projects
    Regina, Saskatchewan, Canada
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  • Eligible Funding
    Maximum amount : 350,000 $ · Up to 75% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
    Types of eligible projects
    TechnologyEnvironment and ClimateInnovation
    Legal Structure
    Sole proprietorship, For-profit business, Non-profit, Social economy enterprise
    NS, Canada
  • Government of Canada logo
    Other SupportGrant and FundingOpen

    Emergency On-Farm Support Fund

    Funding to improve farm health and safety
    Eligible Funding
    Maximum amount : 100,000 $ · Up to 50% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
    Types of eligible projects
    Construction and Renovation
    Canada
  • Genesis Inspiration Foundation logo
    Grant and FundingOpen

    Girls Write Now Grant

    Supports mentoring and training for young writers
    Eligible Funding
    Maximum amount : 50,000 $
    Eligible Industries
    Information and cultural industries
    Types of eligible projects
    Legal Structure
    Non-profit
    Canada
  • Government of Nova Scotia logo
    Wage Subsidies And InternsOpen

    Graduate to Opportunity (GTO) Program

    Subsidy for Nova Scotia graduate salaries
    Eligible Funding
    Up to 25% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    All industries
    Types of eligible projects
    Innovation
    Legal Structure
    Non-profit, Public or Parapublic institution, Social economy enterprise, For-profit business
    NS, Canada
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  • Government of Ontario logo
    Grant and FundingOpen

    Honours and awards: inclusion

    Recognition awards for inclusion and accessibility
    Eligible Funding
    Maximum amount : 5,000 $
    Eligible Industries
    Public administration
    Types of eligible projects
    Ontario, Canada
  • Canadian Space Agency (CSA) logo
    Grant and FundingOpen

    Human Analogue Studies 2026

    Funding for human spaceflight analogue research
    Eligible Funding
    Maximum amount : 300,000 $
    Types of eligible projects
    Legal Structure
    Public or Parapublic institution, Non-profit
    Timeline
    Closing date : October 29, 2026
    Canada
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  • Eligible Funding
    Maximum amount : 100,000 $ · Up to 100% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting, Educational services, Arts, entertainment and recreation, Other services (except public administration)
    Types of eligible projects
    Environment and Climate
    Legal Structure
    Non-profit
    Quebec, Canada
  • Venture for Canada (VFC) logo
    Wage Subsidies And InternsOpen

    Intrapreneurship program

    Paid talent for innovation projects
    Eligible Funding
    Maximum amount : 1,320 $ · Up to 100% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    All industries
    Types of eligible projects
    Innovation
    Legal Structure
    Non-profit
    Canada
  • Canada Economic Development for Quebec Regions (CED) logo
    Grant and FundingLoans and Capital investmentsOpen

    Jobs and Growth Fund – Quebec

    Funding to support jobs and long-term growth
    Eligible Funding
    Up to 100% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    All industries
    Types of eligible projects
    TechnologyEnvironment and ClimateDigital Transformation
    Legal Structure
    For-profit business, Non-profit, Non-financial cooperative
    Quebec, Canada
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  • Mining Industry Human Resources Council (MiHR) logo
    Wage Subsidies And InternsOpen

    MiHR — Green Jobs

    Paid green placements in mining and clean technology
    Eligible Funding
    Maximum amount : 30,000 $
    Eligible Industries
    Mining, quarrying, and oil and gas extraction
    Types of eligible projects
    TechnologyEnvironment and ClimateInnovation
    Legal Structure
    Non-profit, For-profit business, Public or Parapublic institution
    Canada
  • Government of Nova Scotia logo
    Loans and Capital investmentsOpen

    Nova Scotia Farm Loans

    Flexible financing for Nova Scotia agriculture
    Eligible Funding
    Maximum amount : 500,000 $
    Eligible Industries
    Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
    Types of eligible projects
    TechnologyEnvironment and ClimateConstruction and Renovation
    Legal Structure
    For-profit business, Sole proprietorship
    NS, Canada
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  • Olympia's Gift Scholarship Fund (OGSF) logo
    Grant and FundingOpen

    Olympia's Gift Scholarship Fund

    Funding for African descent students in business studies
    Eligible Funding
    From $2,500 to $5,000
    Eligible Industries
    Finance and insurance, Professional, scientific and technical services, Educational services
    Types of eligible projects
    Alberta, Ontario, Canada
  • Government of Ontario logo
    Grant and FundingOpen

    OMIF — Live Music

    Supports live music events in Ontario
    Eligible Funding
    From $10,000 to $125,000 · Up to 50% of project cost
    Types of eligible projects
    Human Resources
    Legal Structure
    For-profit business
    Timeline
    Closing date : October 22, 2026
    Ontario, Canada
  • United Way/Centraide Windsor-Essex County logo
    Grant and FundingOpen

    On Track to Success

    Support for students to graduate and pursue post-secondary
    Eligible Funding
    Maximum amount : 4,000 $
    Eligible Industries
    Educational services
    Types of eligible projects
    TechnologyInnovationDigital Transformation
    Legal Structure
    Non-profit
    Ontario, Quebec, Canada
  • Black to the Future logo
    Partnering and CollaborationOpen

    Organizational Development Program

    Capacity-building support for Black-led organizations
    Eligible Funding
    Maximum amount : 20,000 $
    Eligible Industries
    Other services (except public administration), Public administration
    Types of eligible projects
    Legal Structure
    Non-profit
    Canada
  • Ontario Vehicle Innovation Network (OVIN) logo
    Partnering and CollaborationGrant and FundingOpen

    Pathways to Possibility

    Funding for inclusive automotive career programs
    Eligible Funding
    From $50,000 to $100,000 · Up to 50% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    Manufacturing, Transportation and warehousing
    Types of eligible projects
    Human ResourcesInnovation
    Ontario, Canada
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  • City of Toronto logo
    Grant and FundingOpen

    PollinateTO

    Funding for community-led pollinator habitat projects in Toronto
    Eligible Funding
    Maximum amount : 5,000 $
    Eligible Industries
    Educational services, Arts, entertainment and recreation, Other services (except public administration), Public administration
    Types of eligible projects
    Environment and Climate
    Legal Structure
    Non-profit
    Toronto, Ontario, Canada
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  • The Presbyterian Church In Canada (PCC) logo
    Grant and FundingOpen

    Program Funds

    Church funding for ministry and education initiatives
    Eligible Funding
    Maximum amount : 15,000 $
    Eligible Industries
    All industries
    Types of eligible projects
    Construction and Renovation Innovation
    Legal Structure
    Non-profit
    Ontario, Canada
  • The Spencer Foundation logo
    Grant and FundingOpen

    Racial Equity Research Grants

    Education research for racial equity
    Eligible Funding
    Maximum amount : 75,000 $
    Eligible Industries
    All industries
    Types of eligible projects
    Legal Structure
    Non-profit
    Canada
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  • Creative BC logo
    Grant and FundingOpen

    Record in BC

    Recording support for out-of-province and international artists in BC
    Eligible Funding
    From $10,000 to $30,000 · Up to 50% of project cost
    Types of eligible projects
    Legal Structure
    Non-profit, For-profit business, Sole proprietorship
    Timeline
    Open Date : August 5, 2026 · Closing date : October 30, 2026
    BC, Canada
  • Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) logo
    Wage Subsidies And InternsOpen

    Research Affiliate Program

    Part-time research work for students
    Eligible Funding
    Varies by project
    Eligible Industries
    Public administration
    Types of eligible projects
    Human Resources
    Legal Structure
    Public or Parapublic institution
    Canada
  • Government of Canada logo
    Grant and FundingOpen

    Robbins-Ollivier Equity Excellence Award

    Equity initiatives for Canadian research institutions
    Eligible Funding
    From $100,000 to $100,000
    Eligible Industries
    Educational services
    Types of eligible projects
    CommercializationInnovation
    Legal Structure
    Public or Parapublic institution
    Canada
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  • Natural Resources Canada (NRCan) logo
    Grant and FundingWage Subsidies And InternsOpen

    Science & Technology Internship Program – Green Jobs

    Funding for youth green jobs in natural resources
    Eligible Funding
    Varies by project
    Eligible Industries
    Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting, Mining, quarrying, and oil and gas extraction, Utilities
    Types of eligible projects
    Environment and ClimateHuman Resources
    Legal Structure
    Non-profit
    Canada
  • Scotiabank logo
    Loans and Capital investmentsOpen

    Scotiabank — Credit Line for business

    Flexible revolving credit to manage business cash flow needs
    Eligible Funding
    Varies by project
    Eligible Industries
    Finance and insurance
    Types of eligible projects
    Legal Structure
    For-profit business
    Canada
  • Health Canada logo
    Grant and FundingOpen

    Sexual and Reproductive Health Fund

    Supports access to sexual and reproductive health care
    Eligible Funding
    Varies by project
    Eligible Industries
    Health care and social assistance
    Types of eligible projects
    Legal Structure
    Non-profit
    Canada
  • Saskatchewan Health Research Foundation  (SHRF) logo
    Grant and FundingOpen

    SHRF Mobilize Grant

    Supports health knowledge mobilization in practice
    Eligible Funding
    Maximum amount : 10,000 $
    Types of eligible projects
    Commercialization
    Legal Structure
    Non-profit
    Timeline
    Closing date : January 21, 2027
    Saskatchewan, Canada
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  • Startup Canada logo
    Grant and FundingOpen

    Startup Canada — Equal Slice Program

    Empowering underserved entrepreneurs across Canada
    Eligible Funding
    From $10,000 to $10,000
    Eligible Industries
    All industries
    Types of eligible projects
    CommercializationArtificial Intelligence (AI)Digital Transformation
    Legal Structure
    For-profit business, Sole proprietorship
    Canada
  • Laval Community Lending Society (SOCLE) logo
    Partnering and CollaborationExpert AdviceLoans and Capital investmentsOpen

    Startup Laval

    Microloans and business support for entrepreneurs
    Eligible Funding
    From $500 to $20,000
    Eligible Industries
    All industries
    Types of eligible projects
    Innovation
    Laval, Quebec, Canada
  • Invest Nova Scotia logo
    Grant and FundingOpen

    Supplier Diversity Certification Program

    Reimbursement for supplier diversity certification costs
    Eligible Funding
    Maximum amount : 1,000 $ · Up to 100% of project cost
    Types of eligible projects
    Commercialization
    Legal Structure
    For-profit business
    Timeline
    Open Date : April 14, 2026 · Closing date : February 26, 2027
    NS, Canada
  • Ocean Frontier Institute (OFI) logo
    Grant and FundingOpen

    TCA Opportunities Fund

    Short-term collaborative research and knowledge mobilization
    Eligible Funding
    From $30,000 to $75,000
    Eligible Industries
    Professional, scientific and technical services, Educational services
    Types of eligible projects
    Artificial Intelligence (AI)Environment and Climate
    Legal Structure
    Public or Parapublic institution
    Canada
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  • Prim (PRIM) logo
    Other SupportGrant and FundingOpen

    The prices

    Support for independent media creation and post-production
    Eligible Funding
    Maximum amount : 20,000 $ · Up to 75% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    Information and cultural industries, Arts, entertainment and recreation
    Types of eligible projects
    Innovation
    Legal Structure
    Non-profit
    Quebec, Canada
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  • Conseil des arts et des lettres du Québec (CALQ) logo
    Grant and FundingOpen

    Vivacité

    Support for diverse artists and writers in Québec
    Eligible Funding
    Maximum amount : 50,000 $
    Eligible Industries
    Information and cultural industries, Arts, entertainment and recreation
    Types of eligible projects
    Legal Structure
    Non-profit
    Quebec, Canada
  • Women's Enterprise Organizations of Canada (WEOC) logo
    Loans and Capital investmentsOpen

    WEOC National Loan Program

    Financing support for women entrepreneurs
    Eligible Funding
    Maximum amount : 50,000 $
    Eligible Industries
    Manufacturing, Retail trade, Transportation and warehousing, Professional, scientific and technical services
    Types of eligible projects
    Digital Transformation
    Legal Structure
    For-profit business
    Canada
  • Women and Gender Equality Canada (WAGE) logo
    Grant and FundingOpen

    Women's Program

    Supports gender equality projects across Canada
    Eligible Funding
    Varies by project
    Eligible Industries
    Educational services, Health care and social assistance, Other services (except public administration)
    Types of eligible projects
    Human Resources
    Legal Structure
    Non-profit, For-profit business, Public or Parapublic institution
    Canada
  • Public Safety Canada (PSC) logo
    Grant and FundingOpen

    Youth Gang Prevention Fund (YGPF)

    Supports projects to prevent youth gang involvement across Canada
    Eligible Funding
    Varies by project
    Eligible Industries
    Educational services, Health care and social assistance, Other services (except public administration), Public administration
    Types of eligible projects
    Human Resources
    Legal Structure
    Non-profit, Public or Parapublic institution
    Quebec, Canada
  • Toronto Arts Council (TAO) logo
    Grant and FundingOpenClosing Soon

    Black Arts Projects

    Supports development and presentation of arts projects by Black creatives
    Eligible Funding
    Maximum amount : 20,000 $ · Up to 100% of project cost
    Types of eligible projects
    Legal Structure
    Non-profit, Sole proprietorship, Public or Parapublic institution
    Timeline
    Closing date : October 1, 2026
    Toronto, Ontario, Canada

Questions about funding for Black entrepreneurs

Practical guidance on audience definitions, business fit, project planning, evidence, and wider searches.

How can a source define a Black entrepreneur or Black-led business?

Definitions vary. A source may consider ownership, voting control, leadership, founder identity, board composition, or the community primarily served. It may also require self-identification or supporting declarations. Use the exact current definition, respect the requested process, and avoid assuming that one program’s audience rule applies to another.

Which business stages can Black entrepreneurs search for?

Useful stages can include validating an idea, launching operations, building capacity, developing a product, adopting technology, hiring, expanding facilities, entering markets, or scaling revenue. These search themes do not define eligible activities. Describe the company’s current stage, constraints, project, timeline, and intended business result before comparing listings.

How should a Black entrepreneur frame a funding project?

Describe a specific change rather than a general need for capital. State the problem, proposed work, responsible team, customers or beneficiaries, budget, milestones, risks, and measurable result. Explain why the project matters now and how it fits the business plan. A defined scope makes it easier to compare different audience-focused and general business sources.

Which costs should Black entrepreneurs separate in a funding budget?

Organize costs around the project and distinguish labour, contractors, equipment, technology, marketing, training, facilities, professional services, and working-capital needs where relevant. Connect each category to an activity and result. Every source sets its own treatment of owner compensation, routine operations, taxes, debt, related parties, and expenses incurred before approval.

What evidence can strengthen a Black entrepreneur’s funding file?

Relevant evidence may include incorporation and ownership records, a business plan, financial statements, forecasts, customer or market validation, quotes, team biographies, partner commitments, permits, and project milestones. Provide only the identity documentation the source legitimately requests. Keep the project narrative, budget, business stage, and evidence consistent.

Should Black entrepreneurs also search general business funding?

Yes. Audience-focused sources are one part of the search. Also compare listings based on province, industry, company size, startup stage, hiring, technology, export, or another project objective. A broader source may fit the work even without an audience-specific mandate. Avoid duplicate claims for the same cost when combining support.

Does a directory match confirm funding eligibility for a Black entrepreneur?

No. A match reflects the audience information available to the directory. Final eligibility may also depend on legal structure, ownership or leadership thresholds, operating history, location, sector, project stage, eligible expenses, financial capacity, and timing. Review the current source and clarify any sensitive or ambiguous definition before preparing a full application.