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Business Expansion Grants for 2026

Boost your business expansion with targeted grants available in 2026.

1566 programs available
  • Creative BC logo
    Grant and FundingClosed

    Production Program

    Supports B.C. motion picture production and post-production
    Eligible Funding
    • From $20,000 to $200,000
    • Up to 75% of project cost
    Types of eligible projects
    CommercializationDigital Transformation
    Timeline
    • Open Date : March 23, 2026
    • Closing date : April 20, 2026
    BC, Canada
  • Canada Media Fund (CMF) logo
    Grant and FundingLoans and Capital investmentsClosed

    Program for Black and Racialized Communities

    Funding for Black-led audiovisual productions
    Eligible Funding
    • From $100,000 to $750,000
    • Up to 60% of project cost
    Types of eligible projects
    CommercializationHuman ResourcesDigital Transformation
    Timeline
    • Open Date : September 15, 2026
    • Closing date : December 8, 2026
    Canada
  • Prim (PRIM) logo
    Other SupportClosed

    Programme d'aide à la création

    Support for independent media art creation
    Eligible Funding
    • Up to 75% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    • Arts, entertainment and recreation
    Types of eligible projects
    CommercializationInnovationDigital Transformation
    Quebec, Canada
  • Government of Ontario logo
    Grant and FundingClosed

    Project funding and costs

    Funding for rural Ontario business growth projects
    Eligible Funding
    • From $1,000 to $10,000
    • Up to 35% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    • Construction
    • Wholesale trade
    • Retail trade
    • Transportation and warehousing
    Types of eligible projects
    CommercializationInnovation
    Ontario, Canada
  • Kingston Arts Council (KAC) logo
    Grant and FundingClosed

    Promoter Program

    Support for concert promotion by Canadian-owned music companies
    Eligible Funding
    • Varies by project
    Types of eligible projects
    Commercialization
    Timeline
    • Closing date : June 11, 2026
    Canada
  • Government of Ontario logo
    Grant and FundingClosed

    Promoting Agriculture and Food Careers Initiative

    Funding for agriculture and food career promotion
    Eligible Funding
    • Maximum amount : 1,500 $
    • Up to 100% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    • Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
    Types of eligible projects
    Commercialization
    Ontario, Canada
  • Conseil des Arts de Longueuil logo
    Grant and FundingClosed

    Promotion and distribution exchange

    Support for artistic promotion and dissemination
    Eligible Funding
    • Maximum amount : 10,000 $
    Types of eligible projects
    Commercialization
    Timeline
    • Open Date : January 26, 2026
    • Closing date : April 7, 2026
    Longueuil, Quebec, Canada
  • Telefilm Canada logo
    Grant and FundingClosed

    Promotion Program – General Admission Stream

    Funding for small emerging film festivals
    Eligible Funding
    • Maximum amount : 20,000 $
    Eligible Industries
    • Information and cultural industries
    • Arts, entertainment and recreation
    Types of eligible projects
    Commercialization
    Canada
  • Telefilm Canada logo
    Grant and FundingClosed

    Promotion Program – Limited Edition Stream

    Support for established Canadian film festivals and markets
    Eligible Funding
    • Maximum amount : 150,000 $
    Eligible Industries
    • Information and cultural industries
    • Arts, entertainment and recreation
    Types of eligible projects
    Commercialization
    Canada
  • Government of New Brunswick logo
    Grant and FundingClosed

    Promotional travel assistance program

    Promotional travel support for screen industry professionals
    Eligible Funding
    • Maximum amount : 2,000 $
    • Up to 50% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    • Information and cultural industries
    • Arts, entertainment and recreation
    Types of eligible projects
    Commercialization
    NB, Canada
  • Government of Québec logo
    Grant and FundingClosed

    Public Land Enhancement Assistance Program

    Support for sustainable projects on public land
    Eligible Funding
    • Maximum amount : 200,000 $
    • Up to 50% of project cost
    Types of eligible projects
    CommercializationEnvironment and ClimateConstruction and Renovation
    Timeline
    • Closing date : March 31, 2026
    Quebec, Canada
  • Ontario Creates logo
    Grant and FundingClosed

    Publishing Marketing and Discoverability Fund

    Funding for Ontario publishers to grow discoverability
    Eligible Funding
    • Maximum amount : 150,000 $
    • Up to 75% of project cost
    Types of eligible projects
    Commercialization
    Timeline
    • Closing date : June 1, 2026
    Ontario, Canada
  • Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries and Food (MAPAQ) logo
    Grant and FundingClosed

    Quebec Fisheries Fund

    Funding for Quebec fisheries innovation and development
    Eligible Funding
    • Maximum amount : 2,500,000 $
    Eligible Industries
    • Manufacturing
    • Wholesale trade
    • Professional, scientific and technical services
    • Educational services
    Types of eligible projects
    CommercializationInnovation
    Quebec, Canada
  • Fisheries and Oceans Canada (DFO) logo
    Researchers And FacilitiesPartnering and CollaborationGrant and FundingClosed

    Quebec Fisheries Fund — Innovation

    Funding for Quebec fish and seafood innovation
    Eligible Funding
    • Maximum amount : 2,500,000 $
    • Up to 70% of project cost
    Types of eligible projects
    CommercializationTechnologyEnvironment and ClimateConstruction and Renovation
    Timeline
    • Open Date : December 7, 2020
    • Closing date : March 31, 2024
    Quebec, Canada
  • Fisheries and Oceans Canada (DFO) logo
    Researchers And FacilitiesPartnering and CollaborationGrant and FundingClosed

    Quebec Fisheries Fund — Science partnerships

    Funding for Quebec fish and seafood innovation
    Eligible Funding
    • Maximum amount : 1,000,000 $
    • Up to 70% of project cost
    Types of eligible projects
    CommercializationTechnologyEnvironment and ClimateInnovation
    Timeline
    • Open Date : December 7, 2020
    • Closing date : March 31, 2024
    Quebec, Canada
  • Québec International logo
    Other SupportExpert AdviceClosed

    Quebec International — Starting a business and making it grow

    Business support for startups and growing companies
    Eligible Funding
    • Varies by project
    Eligible Industries
    • Manufacturing
    • Information and cultural industries
    • Finance and insurance
    • Health care and social assistance
    Types of eligible projects
    CommercializationTechnologyInnovation
    Quebec City, Quebec, Canada
  • Government of Québec logo
    Partnering and CollaborationGrant and FundingClosed

    Quebec-Jalisco Cooperation Project Call

    Support for Quebec-Jalisco cooperation projects
    Eligible Funding
    • Maximum amount : 5,000 $
    Eligible Industries
    • Manufacturing
    • Information and cultural industries
    • Professional, scientific and technical services
    • Educational services
    Types of eligible projects
    CommercializationArtificial Intelligence (AI)Environment and Climate
    Quebec, Canada
  • Government of Québec logo
    Partnering and CollaborationGrant and FundingClosed

    Québec-Louisiana Cooperation Call for Projects

    Supports Quebec-Louisiana cultural cooperation
    Eligible Funding
    • Maximum amount : 5,000 $
    • Up to 50% of project cost
    Types of eligible projects
    Commercialization
    Timeline
    • Closing date : February 9, 2024
    Quebec, Canada
  • Government of Québec logo
    Partnering and CollaborationGrant and FundingClosed

    Québec-Senegal Cooperation Call for Projects

    Support for Quebec-Senegal cooperation projects
    Eligible Funding
    • Maximum amount : 10,000 $
    Eligible Industries
    • Manufacturing
    • Transportation and warehousing
    • Finance and insurance
    • Professional, scientific and technical services
    Types of eligible projects
    CommercializationEnvironment and ClimateInnovation
    Quebec, Canada
  • Government of Québec logo
    Partnering and CollaborationGrant and FundingClosed

    Québec-Shanghai Cooperation Project Call

    Support for Quebec-Shanghai cooperation projects
    Eligible Funding
    • Maximum amount : 12,000 $
    • Up to 50% of project cost
    Types of eligible projects
    CommercializationEnvironment and ClimateInnovation
    Timeline
    • Closing date : November 10, 2024
    Quebec, Canada
  • Radiostar Fund logo
    Partnering and CollaborationGrant and FundingClosed

    Radiostar fund

    Funding for francophone music promotion projects
    Eligible Funding
    • Maximum amount : 40,000 $
    • Up to 75% of project cost
    Types of eligible projects
    Commercialization
    Timeline
    • Closing date : April 15, 2026
    Quebec, Canada
  • Next Generation Manufacturing Canada (NGen) logo
    Partnering and CollaborationGrant and FundingClosed

    Rapid Response Challenge

    Support for Canadian COVID-19 manufacturing solutions
    Eligible Funding
    • Varies by project
    Eligible Industries
    • Manufacturing
    Types of eligible projects
    CommercializationTechnologyInnovation
    Hamilton, Milton
  • Fonds RISQ (RISQ) logo
    Expert AdviceLoans and Capital investmentsClosed

    Ready for technical support

    Financing for project studies and expert consulting
    Eligible Funding
    • From $1,000 to $10,000
    Eligible Industries
    • Professional, scientific and technical services
    • Administrative and support, waste management and remediation services
    Types of eligible projects
    CommercializationInnovation
    Quebec, Canada
  • Government of Canada logo
    Partnering and CollaborationGrant and FundingClosed

    Rediscover Main Streets

    Community funding for vibrant main streets
    Eligible Funding
    • From $25,000 to $500,000
    • Up to 100% of project cost
    Types of eligible projects
    CommercializationInnovation
    Timeline
    • Open Date : April 4, 2022
    • Closing date : April 29, 2022
    NB, NL, NS, PE, Canada
  • Government of Canada logo
    Grant and FundingLoans and Capital investmentsClosed

    Regional Artificial Intelligence Initiative in British Columbia

    Supports AI commercialization and adoption in British Columbia
    Eligible Funding
    • From $500,000 to $5,000,000
    • Up to 50% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    • Professional, scientific and technical services
    Types of eligible projects
    CommercializationArtificial Intelligence (AI)
    BC, Canada
  • Eligible Funding
    • From $125,000 to $10,000,000
    Types of eligible projects
    CommercializationArtificial Intelligence (AI)TechnologyEnvironment and ClimateInnovationDigital Transformation
    Timeline
    • Open Date : January 1, 2025
    • Closing date : March 31, 2025
    Ontario, Canada
  • Ministère de l'économie, de l'innovation et de l'énergie du Québec (MEIE) logo
    Grant and FundingWage Subsidies And InternsClosed

    Regional Initiatives Fund (FAIR)

    Supports economic development and innovation in Gaspésie–Îles-de-la-Madeleine region
    Eligible Funding
    • Maximum amount : 150,000 $
    • Up to 90% of project cost
    Types of eligible projects
    CommercializationTechnologyEnvironment and ClimateHuman ResourcesInnovation
    Timeline
    • Open Date : April 1, 2019
    • Closing date : March 31, 2025
    Quebec, Canada
  • Government of Québec logo
    Grant and FundingClosed

    Renewable Natural Gas Production Support Program

    Funding for renewable natural gas projects
    Eligible Funding
    • Maximum amount : 15,000,000 $
    • Up to 75% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    • Utilities
    Types of eligible projects
    CommercializationEnvironment and ClimateConstruction and Renovation
    Quebec, Canada
  • Eligible Funding
    • Maximum amount : 300,000 $
    Eligible Industries
    • Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
    • Manufacturing
    • Real estate and rental and leasing
    • Arts, entertainment and recreation
    Types of eligible projects
    CommercializationConstruction and Renovation Business BuyoutInnovation
    Pembroke, Ontario, Canada
  • Coaching Association of Canada (CAC) logo
    Other SupportResearchers And FacilitiesPartnering and CollaborationClosed

    Research on training

    Support for coaching and sport research
    Eligible Funding
    • Varies by project
    Eligible Industries
    • Professional, scientific and technical services
    • Educational services
    • Health care and social assistance
    • Arts, entertainment and recreation
    Types of eligible projects
    CommercializationInnovation
    Canada
  • Emissions Reduction Alberta (ERA) logo
    Researchers And FacilitiesPartnering and CollaborationGrant and FundingExpert AdviceClosed

    Reshaping Energy Systems

    Funding for Alberta energy system innovation
    Eligible Funding
    • From $250,000 to $10,000,000
    • Up to 50% of project cost
    Types of eligible projects
    CommercializationArtificial Intelligence (AI)TechnologyEnvironment and ClimateInnovationDigital Transformation
    Timeline
    • Closing date : June 15, 2023
    Alberta, Canada
  • Ressources Entreprises logo
    Expert AdviceClosed

    Ressources Entreprises

    Business information support for entrepreneurs and SMEs
    Eligible Funding
    • Varies by project
    Types of eligible projects
    CommercializationHuman ResourcesBusiness BuyoutInnovationDigital Transformation
    Timeline
    • Open Date : November 9, 2023
    • Closing date : December 21, 2023
    Quebec, Canada
  • Prim (PRIM) logo
    Other SupportGrant and FundingExpert AdviceClosed

    Risk documentary program

    Support for bold independent documentary projects
    Eligible Funding
    • Up to 85% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    • Information and cultural industries
    • Arts, entertainment and recreation
    Types of eligible projects
    CommercializationDigital Transformation
    Quebec, Canada
  • River Philip Foundation logo
    Researchers And FacilitiesPartnering and CollaborationGrant and FundingClosed

    River Philip Foundation — General Funding

    Funding for community, education, arts, youth and research
    Eligible Funding
    • Maximum amount : 1,000,000 $
    Eligible Industries
    • Educational services
    • Health care and social assistance
    • Arts, entertainment and recreation
    Types of eligible projects
    CommercializationConstruction and Renovation Innovation
    NS, Canada
  • Government of Canada logo
    Researchers And FacilitiesGrant and FundingClosed

    Robbins-Ollivier Equity Excellence Award

    Funding for transformative equity initiatives in research
    Eligible Funding
    • From $100,000 to $100,000
    Eligible Industries
    • Educational services
    Types of eligible projects
    CommercializationInnovation
    Canada
  • FABrIC logo
    Other SupportResearchers And FacilitiesPartnering and CollaborationGrant and FundingTax CreditsExpert AdviceLoans and Capital investmentsWage Subsidies And InternsClosed

    Round 2 Product Development for IoT Device Challenge

    Funding for Canadian IoT product development
    Eligible Funding
    • Maximum amount : 1,000,000 $
    • Up to 37% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    • Manufacturing
    • Transportation and warehousing
    • Professional, scientific and technical services
    • Educational services
    Types of eligible projects
    CommercializationArtificial Intelligence (AI)TechnologyInnovationDigital Transformation
    Canada
  • Regional Tourism Organization 7 (RTO7) logo
    Grant and FundingClosed

    RTO 9 - COVID-19 Tourism Adaptation Fund

    Funding for tourism businesses adapting to COVID-19
    Eligible Funding
    • From $1,500 to $20,000
    • Up to 80% of project cost
    Types of eligible projects
    CommercializationConstruction and Renovation InnovationDigital Transformation
    Timeline
    • Open Date : January 6, 2021
    • Closing date : February 15, 2021
    Ontario, Canada
  • Regional Tourism Organization 3 (RTO3) logo
    Partnering and CollaborationGrant and FundingClosed

    RTO3 2026/27 Partnership Funding Program

    Co-investment support for regional tourism projects
    Eligible Funding
    • Maximum amount : 4,500 $
    • Up to 50% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    • Accommodation and food services
    Types of eligible projects
    CommercializationInnovationDigital Transformation
    Ontario, Canada
  • Regional Tourism Organization 4 (RTO4) logo
    Partnering and CollaborationGrant and FundingExpert AdviceClosed

    RTO4 2026-2027 Partnership Program

    Co-investment support for tourism development
    Eligible Funding
    • Varies by project
    Eligible Industries
    • Arts, entertainment and recreation
    • Accommodation and food services
    • Public administration
    Types of eligible projects
    CommercializationInnovationDigital Transformation
    Ontario, Canada
  • Regional Tourism Organization 7 (RTO7) logo
    Partnering and CollaborationGrant and FundingExpert AdviceClosed

    RTO7 Partnership Program

    Matching funding for tourism projects in BruceGreySimcoe
    Eligible Funding
    • From $350 to $75,000
    • Up to 50% of project cost
    Types of eligible projects
    CommercializationEnvironment and ClimateHuman ResourcesBusiness BuyoutInnovationDigital Transformation
    Timeline
    • Open Date : February 2, 2026
    • Closing date : February 27, 2026
    Ontario, Canada
  • Government of Ontario logo
    Grant and FundingClosed

    Rural Ontario Development Program – Funding for Rural Businesses

    Funding for rural business growth in Ontario
    Eligible Funding
    • From $1,000 to $10,000
    • Up to 35% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    • Retail trade
    • Accommodation and food services
    • Other services (except public administration)
    • Public administration
    Types of eligible projects
    CommercializationConstruction and Renovation Digital Transformation
    Ontario, Canada
  • City of Sault Ste. Marie logo
    Grant and FundingClosed

    Sault Ste. Marie Tourism Development Fund

    Supports tourism projects in Sault Ste. Marie
    Eligible Funding
    • Maximum amount : 50,000 $
    Eligible Industries
    • Arts, entertainment and recreation
    Types of eligible projects
    CommercializationConstruction and Renovation
    Sault Ste. Marie, Ontario, Canada
  • The S. Schulich Foundation logo
    Grant and FundingClosed

    Schulich Leader Scholarship

    STEM scholarship for emerging innovators
    Eligible Funding
    • From $100,000 to $120,000
    Types of eligible projects
    CommercializationInnovation
    Timeline
    • Closing date : February 18, 2026
    Canada
  • Government of Alberta logo
    Grant and FundingTax CreditsClosed

    Screen-Based Production Grant

    Funding for Alberta film and television production
    Eligible Funding
    • Maximum amount : 7,500,000 $
    • Up to 30% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    • Information and cultural industries
    • Arts, entertainment and recreation
    Types of eligible projects
    Commercialization
    Edmonton, Alberta, Canada
  • Culture Mauricie logo
    Grant and FundingClosed

    Sectoral Agreement on Cultural Development in Mauricie

    Funding for cultural development projects in Mauricie
    Eligible Funding
    • From $2,000 to $20,000
    • Up to 80% of project cost
    Types of eligible projects
    CommercializationInnovation
    Timeline
    • Open Date : October 1, 2025
    • Closing date : October 30, 2025
    Quebec, Canada
  • SheBoot logo
    Partnering and CollaborationGrant and FundingExpert AdviceClosed

    SheBoot

    Investment-readiness program for women tech founders
    Eligible Funding
    • From $100,000 to $300,000
    Eligible Industries
    • Manufacturing
    • Retail trade
    • Information and cultural industries
    • Professional, scientific and technical services
    Types of eligible projects
    CommercializationArtificial Intelligence (AI)Technology
    Ottawa, Ontario, Canada
  • SheBoot logo
    Partnering and CollaborationGrant and FundingClosed

    SheBoot Founder Readiness Webinar Series

    Webinars to prepare start-up founders for SheBoot
    Eligible Funding
    • Varies by project
    Types of eligible projects
    CommercializationInnovation
    Timeline
    • Closing date : April 30, 2026
    Canada
  • Shine Foundation logo
    Grant and FundingClosed

    Shine Foundation — Shine Dreams Program

    Customized support for youth with severe disabilities
    Eligible Funding
    • Varies by project
    Eligible Industries
    • Health care and social assistance
    Types of eligible projects
    CommercializationTechnologyInnovation
    Canada
  • Government of New Brunswick logo
    Grant and FundingClosed

    Short Film Venture Program

    Funding for emerging New Brunswick filmmakers
    Eligible Funding
    • Maximum amount : 10,000 $
    • Up to 30% of project cost
    Types of eligible projects
    Commercialization
    Timeline
    • Closing date : July 4, 2025
    NB, Canada
  • Agricorp logo
    Grant and FundingClosed

    Small Distillery Program

    Support for Ontario small distilleries
    Eligible Funding
    • Maximum amount : 220,000 $
    Types of eligible projects
    CommercializationBusiness Buyout
    Timeline
    • Closing date : November 19, 2025
    Ontario, Canada
  • Investment Agriculture Foundation (IAF) logo
    Grant and FundingClosed

    Small Food Processor Scale-Up Program (SFPS)

    Supports small food processors to scale up operations
    Eligible Funding
    • From $25,000 to $150,000
    • Up to 75% of project cost
    Types of eligible projects
    CommercializationArtificial Intelligence (AI)TechnologyConstruction and Renovation
    Timeline
    • Open Date : September 21, 2023
    • Closing date : November 2, 2023
    BC, Canada
  • Startup Canada logo
    Grant and FundingClosed

    Startup Global Pitch Competition

    Support for Canadian businesses expanding internationally
    Eligible Funding
    • From $1,000 to $15,000
    Eligible Industries
    • All industries
    Types of eligible projects
    Commercialization
    Canada