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Business Expansion Grants for 2026

Boost your business expansion with targeted grants available in 2026.

1565 programs available
  • Invest Nova Scotia logo
    Partnering and CollaborationGrant and FundingClosed

    Early Stage Commercialization Fund (ESCF)

    Funding for early-stage research commercialization
    Eligible Funding
    • Maximum amount : 50,000 $
    • Up to 100% of project cost
    Types of eligible projects
    CommercializationTechnologyEnvironment and ClimateInnovation
    Timeline
    • Open Date : January 5, 2026
    • Closing date : February 9, 2026
    NS, Canada
  • Grant and FundingExpert AdviceClosed

    Earth Tech: Adapt

    Climate adaptation support for Canadian startups
    Eligible Funding
    • Varies by project
    Eligible Industries
    • All industries
    Types of eligible projects
    CommercializationEnvironment and ClimateInnovation
    Canada
  • MRC Fjord-du-Saguenay logo
    Grant and FundingExpert AdviceClosed

    ÉCLO Regional Fund – Stream 1

    Supports Saguenay–Lac-Saint-Jean businesses in market diversification strategies
    Eligible Funding
    • Up to 75% of project cost
    Types of eligible projects
    Commercialization
    Timeline
    • Open Date : June 30, 2025
    • Closing date : September 15, 2025
    Quebec, Canada
  • MRC Fjord-du-Saguenay logo
    Grant and FundingExpert AdviceClosed

    ÉCLO Regional Fund – Stream 2

    Supports market diversification and economic development for local businesses
    Eligible Funding
    • Maximum amount : 10,000 $
    • Up to 75% of project cost
    Types of eligible projects
    Commercialization
    Timeline
    • Open Date : June 30, 2025
    • Closing date : September 15, 2025
    Quebec, Canada
  • MRC Fjord-du-Saguenay logo
    Grant and FundingClosed

    ÉCLO Regional Fund – Stream 3

    Supports regional businesses in market diversification and expansion
    Eligible Funding
    • Maximum amount : 10,000 $
    • Up to 75% of project cost
    Types of eligible projects
    Commercialization
    Timeline
    • Open Date : June 30, 2025
    • Closing date : September 15, 2025
    Quebec, Canada
  • Fonds Ecofuel logo
    Loans and Capital investmentsClosed

    Ecofuel fund

    Clean tech investment for early-stage companies
    Eligible Funding
    • Maximum amount : 1,500,000 $
    Eligible Industries
    • Manufacturing
    • Professional, scientific and technical services
    • Administrative and support, waste management and remediation services
    Types of eligible projects
    CommercializationTechnologyEnvironment and ClimateInnovation
    Montreal, Quebec, Canada
  • City of Edmonton logo
    Grant and FundingClosed

    Edmonton Edge Fund

    Supports Edmonton businesses to start, scale, and innovate
    Eligible Funding
    • From $75,000 to $1,000,000
    • Up to 50% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    • All industries
    Types of eligible projects
    CommercializationEnvironment and ClimateHuman ResourcesInnovation
    Edmonton, Alberta, Canada
  • LearnSphere logo
    Grant and FundingExpert AdviceClosed

    EMAP/EforE PEI

    Support for PEI SMEs expanding export marketing
    Eligible Funding
    • Maximum amount : 15,000 $
    • Up to 65% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    • Manufacturing
    • Wholesale trade
    • Professional, scientific and technical services
    Types of eligible projects
    CommercializationTechnologyConstruction and Renovation InnovationDigital Transformation
    PE, Canada
  • Government of Alberta logo
    Partnering and CollaborationGrant and FundingClosed

    Emerging Innovators Challenge

    SME-led clean technology funding in Alberta
    Eligible Funding
    • From $250,000 to $5,000,000
    • Up to 50% of project cost
    Types of eligible projects
    CommercializationArtificial Intelligence (AI)TechnologyEnvironment and ClimateInnovationDigital Transformation
    Timeline
    • Closing date : December 14, 2023
    Calgary, Alberta, Canada
  • Natural Resources Canada (NRCan) logo
    Partnering and CollaborationGrant and FundingClosed

    Emerging Renewable Power Program

    Funding for emerging renewable electricity projects
    Eligible Funding
    • Maximum amount : 50,000,000 $
    • Up to 50% of project cost
    Types of eligible projects
    CommercializationEnvironment and Climate
    Timeline
    • Closing date : April 20, 2018
    Alberta, NS, Saskatchewan, Canada
  • MaRS Discovery District logo
    Other SupportResearchers And FacilitiesPartnering and CollaborationGrant and FundingWage Subsidies And InternsClosed

    ENCQOR 5G at MaRS

    Pre-commercial 5G support for innovative startups
    Eligible Funding
    • Varies by project
    Eligible Industries
    • Transportation and warehousing
    • Information and cultural industries
    • Professional, scientific and technical services
    • Educational services
    Types of eligible projects
    CommercializationTechnologyInnovationDigital Transformation
    Toronto, Ontario, Canada
  • Emissions Reduction Alberta (ERA) logo
    Grant and FundingClosed

    ERA — 2025 Industrial Transformation Challenge

    Transformative industrial decarbonization projects in Alberta
    Eligible Funding
    • From $500,000 to $10,000,000
    • Up to 50% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    • Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
    • Mining, quarrying, and oil and gas extraction
    • Utilities
    • Manufacturing
    Types of eligible projects
    CommercializationTechnologyEnvironment and ClimateInnovation
    Alberta, Canada
  • Emissions Reduction Alberta (ERA) logo
    Grant and FundingClosed

    ERA — Advanced Materials Challenge

    Funding for advanced materials and low-emissions innovation
    Eligible Funding
    • From $250,000 to $5,000,000
    • Up to 50% of project cost
    Types of eligible projects
    CommercializationTechnologyEnvironment and ClimateConstruction and Renovation Innovation
    Timeline
    • Closing date : January 22, 2025
    Alberta, Canada
  • Emissions Reduction Alberta (ERA) logo
    Grant and FundingClosed

    ERA — Expanded Technologies Pilot

    Supports Alberta businesses testing new energy technologies
    Eligible Funding
    • Maximum amount : 250,000 $
    • Up to 50% of project cost
    Types of eligible projects
    CommercializationTechnologyEnvironment and ClimateInnovation
    Timeline
    • Closing date : September 30, 2023
    Alberta, Canada
  • Government of Alberta logo
    Grant and FundingLoans and Capital investmentsClosed

    ERA — Tailings Technology Challenge

    Funding for oil sands tailings technology projects
    Eligible Funding
    • From $1,000,000 to $15,000,000
    • Up to 50% of project cost
    Types of eligible projects
    CommercializationTechnologyEnvironment and ClimateInnovation
    Timeline
    • Open Date : June 17, 2025
    • Closing date : September 24, 2025
    Alberta, Canada
  • Investissement Québec (IQ) logo
    Loans and Capital investmentsClosed

    Eurêka Investment Fund

    Supports commercialization of Quebec public research
    Eligible Funding
    • Varies by project
    Eligible Industries
    • Manufacturing
    • Information and cultural industries
    • Finance and insurance
    • Professional, scientific and technical services
    Types of eligible projects
    CommercializationInnovation
    Quebec, Canada
  • National Research Council Canada (NRC) logo
    Grant and FundingClosed

    EUREKA!

    Supports international R&D collaboration
    Eligible Funding
    • Maximum amount : 500,000 $
    • Up to 50% of project cost
    Types of eligible projects
    CommercializationInnovationDigital Transformation
    Timeline
    • Closing date : March 19, 2026
    Canada
  • Evol logo
    Loans and Capital investmentsClosed

    Evol — Conventional loans for women entrepreneurs

    Loan fund for women entrepreneurs focused on sustainable development
    Eligible Funding
    • From $20,000 to $50,000
    Types of eligible projects
    CommercializationBusiness Buyout
    Timeline
    • Open Date : November 15, 2023
    • Closing date : February 28, 2024
    Canada
  • Evol logo
    Loans and Capital investmentsClosed

    Evol — Conventional start-up loan

    Startup financing for eligible Québec businesses
    Eligible Funding
    • From $20,000 to $450,000
    Types of eligible projects
    CommercializationConstruction and Renovation Business BuyoutDigital Transformation
    Timeline
    • Open Date : January 1, 2024
    • Closing date : December 31, 2024
    Quebec, Canada
  • Universities Canada logo
    Grant and FundingClosed

    Expérience compétences mondiales

    Supports international study and work abroad experiences
    Eligible Funding
    • Up to 50% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    • Educational services
    Types of eligible projects
    CommercializationInnovation
    Canada
  • Government of Canada logo
    Other SupportTax CreditsClosed

    Export Distribution Centre Program

    GST/HST relief for export-oriented businesses
    Eligible Funding
    • Varies by project
    Eligible Industries
    • Manufacturing
    • Wholesale trade
    • Transportation and warehousing
    Types of eligible projects
    Commercialization
    Canada
  • Laval Economique logo
    Grant and FundingClosed

    Export+ Fund

    Funding for Laval export expansion projects
    Eligible Funding
    • Maximum amount : 10,000 $
    • Up to 50% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    • Manufacturing
    • Wholesale trade
    • Retail trade
    • Transportation and warehousing
    Types of eligible projects
    Commercialization
    Laval, Quebec, Canada
  • FABrIC logo
    Grant and FundingClosed

    FABrIC Quantum Computing Sandbox (QCS)

    Support for Canadian quantum computing projects
    Eligible Funding
    • Maximum amount : 100,000 $
    Types of eligible projects
    CommercializationTechnologyInnovation
    Timeline
    • Open Date : December 10, 2025
    • Closing date : January 19, 2026
    Canada
  • Foundation for Angelman Syndrome Therapeutics (FAST) logo
    Grant and FundingClosed

    FAST-Trac Award

    Funding for translational Angelman syndrome research
    Eligible Funding
    • Maximum amount : 150,000 $
    • Up to 5% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    • Professional, scientific and technical services
    Types of eligible projects
    CommercializationInnovation
    Canada
  • Gaspésie Tourism (TG) logo
    Grant and FundingClosed

    Financial Assistance – Marketing and Media Stays

    Marketing support for Tourisme Gaspésie members
    Eligible Funding
    • Maximum amount : 5,000 $
    • Up to 30% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    • Arts, entertainment and recreation
    • Accommodation and food services
    Types of eligible projects
    CommercializationInnovationDigital Transformation
    Quebec, Canada
  • Natural Resources Canada (NRCan) logo
    Grant and FundingLoans and Capital investmentsClosed

    First and Last Mile Fund

    Federal support for critical minerals projects
    Eligible Funding
    • Varies by project
    Eligible Industries
    • Mining, quarrying, and oil and gas extraction
    Types of eligible projects
    CommercializationEnvironment and ClimateConstruction and Renovation
    Quebec, Canada
  • First Book Canada logo
    Partnering and CollaborationGrant and FundingClosed

    First Book Canada — Book Distribution Program

    Access books and resources for children in need
    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
    CommercializationBusiness Buyout
    NS, Ontario, Canada
  • Fiera Capital Foundation logo
    Loans and Capital investmentsClosed

    Flow Capital — General Funding

    Flexible growth capital for high-growth companies
    Eligible Funding
    • From $2,000,000 to $10,000,000
    Eligible Industries
    • Information and cultural industries
    • Finance and insurance
    • Professional, scientific and technical services
    Types of eligible projects
    CommercializationInnovation
    BC, Ontario, Quebec, Canada
  • Eye Disease Foundation (FMO) logo
    Partnering and CollaborationGrant and FundingClosed

    FMO - Research funding

    Supports eye and vision research projects
    Eligible Funding
    • From $1,000 to $50,000
    Eligible Industries
    • Professional, scientific and technical services
    • Health care and social assistance
    Types of eligible projects
    CommercializationInnovation
    Canada
  • Quebec Foundation for the Blind (FAQ) logo
    Grant and FundingClosed

    Fonds marguerite monastesse

    Funding for inclusive recreational and educational projects
    Eligible Funding
    • Varies by project
    Eligible Industries
    • Educational services
    • Health care and social assistance
    • Arts, entertainment and recreation
    Types of eligible projects
    CommercializationInnovation
    Quebec, Canada
  • MRC de La Côte-de-Gaspé (MRC) logo
    Loans and Capital investmentsClosed

    Fonds Première entreprise de la Pointe-de-la-Gaspésie

    Support for first-time business start-up and growth
    Eligible Funding
    • From $8,000 to $10,000
    • Up to 80% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    • Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
    • Construction
    • Manufacturing
    • Transportation and warehousing
    Types of eligible projects
    CommercializationConstruction and Renovation Business BuyoutDigital Transformation
    Cloridorme, Gaspe, Quebec
  • Grow-NY logo
    Loans and Capital investmentsClosed

    Food & Agriculture Startup Competition

    Competition for food and agtech startups
    Eligible Funding
    • Maximum amount : 1,000,000 $
    Types of eligible projects
    CommercializationInnovation
    Timeline
    • Open Date : March 1, 2026
    • Closing date : May 15, 2026
    Canada
  • Perennia Food and Agriculture Corporation logo
    Grant and FundingExpert AdviceClosed

    Food Ventures Program

    Supports Nova Scotia food businesses with quality and safety services
    Eligible Funding
    • Maximum amount : 10,000 $
    • Up to 75% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    • Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
    • Manufacturing
    • Accommodation and food services
    Types of eligible projects
    CommercializationInnovation
    NS, Canada
  • Municipality of Chatham-Kent (CK) logo
    Grant and FundingExpert AdviceClosed

    Foodpreneur Advantage - Scale-Up Program

    Training and funding for growing food businesses
    Eligible Funding
    • Maximum amount : 5,000 $
    Eligible Industries
    • Manufacturing
    • Wholesale trade
    • Retail trade
    • Accommodation and food services
    Types of eligible projects
    CommercializationInnovation
    Chatham-Kent, Ontario, Canada
  • Foodpreneur Advantage logo
    Expert AdviceClosed

    Foodpreneur Start-Up Seminars

    Food and beverage start-up education webinars
    Eligible Funding
    • Varies by project
    Eligible Industries
    • Accommodation and food services
    Types of eligible projects
    CommercializationBusiness BuyoutDigital Transformation
    Ontario, Canada
  • Foresight Canada logo
    Grant and FundingExpert AdviceClosed

    Foresight Canada Capital Support Programs

    Capital support for fundraising readiness
    Eligible Funding
    • Varies by project
    Eligible Industries
    • All industries
    Types of eligible projects
    CommercializationInnovation
    Canada
  • Eureka Network (EUREKA) logo
    Grant and FundingLoans and Capital investmentsClosed

    France and South Korea call for projects 2026

    International R&D collaboration for commercialisation
    Eligible Funding
    • Maximum amount : 500,000,000 $
    Types of eligible projects
    CommercializationArtificial Intelligence (AI)TechnologyInnovationDigital Transformation
    Timeline
    • Closing date : July 9, 2026
    Canada
  • City of Gatineau logo
    Grant and FundingClosed

    Fund to Support Projects Contributing to Economic Development

    Funding for economic development projects in Gatineau
    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
  • 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
    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 Guelph logo
    Partnering and CollaborationGrant and FundingClosed

    Gather Here Sponsorship Fund

    Funding for visitor-focused events in Guelph
    Eligible Funding
    • Maximum amount : 25,000 $
    • Up to 15% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    • Arts, entertainment and recreation
    Types of eligible projects
    Commercialization
    Guelph, Ontario, Canada
  • Scale AI Cluster logo
    Grant and FundingClosed

    Gen AI Call for Projects

    Supports collaborative generative AI projects improving operational productivity in 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
  • Acfas logo
    Other SupportClosed

    Geniuses in business

    Student innovation commercialization competition
    Eligible Funding
    • Varies by project
    Types of eligible projects
    Commercialization
    Timeline
    • Closing date : March 25, 2025
    Montreal, Quebec, Canada
  • Gilead Sciences, Inc. logo
    Grant and FundingClosed

    Gilead Canada Grants Program

    Funding for innovative health projects in Canada
    Eligible Funding
    • Maximum amount : 75,000 $
    Eligible Industries
    • Health care and social assistance
    Types of eligible projects
    CommercializationInnovationDigital Transformation
    Canada
  • Natural Resources Canada (NRCan) logo
    Grant and FundingClosed

    Global Forest Leadership Program

    Supports forest sector export diversification
    Eligible Funding
    • Varies by project
    Eligible Industries
    • Manufacturing
    • Wholesale trade
    • Transportation and warehousing
    • Public administration
    Types of eligible projects
    CommercializationEnvironment and Climate
    Canada
  • Natural Resources Canada (NRCan) logo
    Partnering and CollaborationGrant and FundingClosed

    Global Partnerships Initiative

    Supports international critical minerals collaboration
    Eligible Funding
    • Up to 100% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    • Mining, quarrying, and oil and gas extraction
    • Manufacturing
    • Professional, scientific and technical services
    • Educational services
    Types of eligible projects
    CommercializationEnvironment and ClimateInnovationDigital Transformation
    Canada
  • Innovate BC logo
    Grant and FundingClosed

    Go-To-Market Microgrant

    Funding for early market launch and sales growth
    Eligible Funding
    • From $10,000 to $50,000
    • Up to 75% of project cost
    Types of eligible projects
    CommercializationDigital Transformation
    Timeline
    • Open Date : November 17, 2025
    • Closing date : November 30, 2025
    BC, Canada
  • University of Calgary logo
    Other SupportResearchers And FacilitiesGrant and FundingWage Subsidies And InternsClosed

    Graeme Bell Travel Award

    Travel support for professional artists
    Eligible Funding
    • Maximum amount : 1,600 $
    Types of eligible projects
    Commercialization
    Timeline
    • Closing date : January 30, 2026
    Calgary, Alberta, Canada
  • Robin Hood Foundation (RF) logo
    Grant and FundingExpert AdviceClosed

    Grant Readiness and Insights Training (GRIT)

    Invite-only training for NYC nonprofits
    Eligible Funding
    • Varies by project
    Eligible Industries
    • Educational services
    • Health care and social assistance
    • Arts, entertainment and recreation
    Types of eligible projects
    CommercializationArtificial Intelligence (AI)InnovationDigital Transformation
    Canada
  • Independent Production Fund (IPF) logo
    Partnering and CollaborationGrant and FundingClosed

    Grants for industry development

    Funding for short-form fiction industry development
    Eligible Funding
    • Varies by project
    Eligible Industries
    • Information and cultural industries
    Types of eligible projects
    CommercializationDigital Transformation
    Montreal, Quebec, Canada
  • Natural Resources Canada (NRCan) logo
    Grant and FundingClosed

    Green Construction through Wood (GCWood) Program

    Funding for innovative wood-based construction projects
    Eligible Funding
    • Maximum amount : 5,000,000 $
    • Up to 50% of project cost
    Types of eligible projects
    CommercializationTechnologyEnvironment and ClimateInnovation
    Timeline
    • Open Date : February 25, 2026
    • Closing date : April 27, 2026
    Canada
  • Bioenterprise Canada logo
    Expert AdviceClosed

    Grow Ontario Accelerator Hub (GOAH)

    Mentorship support for Ontario agri-food innovators
    Eligible Funding
    • Varies by project
    Types of eligible projects
    CommercializationTechnologyInnovation
    Timeline
    • Closing date : March 10, 2025
    Ontario, Canada
  • City of Thunder Bay logo
    Grant and FundingTax CreditsClosed

    Growth Community Improvement Plan

    Funding for Thunder Bay growth projects
    Eligible Funding
    • Maximum amount : 500,000 $
    • Up to 100% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    • Construction
    • Manufacturing
    • Wholesale trade
    • Retail trade
    Types of eligible projects
    CommercializationConstruction and Renovation InnovationDigital Transformation
    North Bay, Thunder Bay, Ontario
  • Government of Canada logo
    Grant and FundingClosed

    Harbourfront Centre Funding Program

    Operational funding for Toronto waterfront programming
    Eligible Funding
    • Maximum amount : 5,000,000 $
    • Up to 32% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    • Arts, entertainment and recreation
    Types of eligible projects
    Commercialization
    Ontario, Canada
  • The Sabrina & Camillo D'Alesio Foundation logo
    Grant and FundingClosed

    Healing with a Smile

    Supports complementary therapies for sick children
    Eligible Funding
    • Maximum amount : 10,000 $
    Eligible Industries
    • Health care and social assistance
    Types of eligible projects
    CommercializationEnvironment and ClimateHuman ResourcesInnovation
    Quebec, Canada
  • Government of New Brunswick logo
    Grant and FundingClosed

    Heritage Fair 2026

    School heritage research support and recognition
    Eligible Funding
    • Maximum amount : 250 $
    Types of eligible projects
    Commercialization
    Timeline
    • Closing date : December 19, 2025
    NB, Canada