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Business Expansion Grants for 2026

Boost your business expansion with targeted grants available in 2026.

1566 programs
  • Bell Fund logo
    Grant and FundingOpen

    Coolest Thing I've Ever Made - Season 2

    Funding for Canadian series production
    Eligible Funding
    • Varies by project
    Eligible Industries
    • Information and cultural industries
    • Arts, entertainment and recreation
    Types of eligible projects
    CommercializationDigital Transformation
    Canada
  • Canadian Intellectual Property Office (CIPO) logo
    Other SupportOpen

    Copyright

    Information on copyright registration and services
    Eligible Funding
    • Varies by project
    Eligible Industries
    • Information and cultural industries
    Types of eligible projects
    Commercialization
    Canada
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  • Centre québécois de recherche et de développement de l’aluminium (CQRDA) logo
    Partnering and CollaborationGrant and FundingOpen

    CQRDA — PARTENAR-IA — Academic

    Collaborative AI innovation support for Quebec businesses
    Eligible Funding
    • Maximum amount : 1,500,000 $
    • Up to 40% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    • Manufacturing
    • Professional, scientific and technical services
    Types of eligible projects
    CommercializationArtificial Intelligence (AI)TechnologyInnovationDigital Transformation
    Saguenay, Quebec, Canada
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  • Eligible Funding
    • Maximum amount : 75,000 $
    • Up to 50% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    • Manufacturing
    • Professional, scientific and technical services
    Types of eligible projects
    CommercializationEnvironment and ClimateDigital Transformation
    Quebec, Canada
  • Creative Saskatchewan logo
    Grant and FundingOpen

    Craft & Visual Arts Production

    Funding for commercial craft and visual arts production
    Eligible Funding
    • Maximum amount : 20,000 $
    • Up to 50% of project cost
    Types of eligible projects
    Commercialization
    Timeline
    • Open Date : May 27, 2026
    • Closing date : February 3, 2027
    Saskatchewan, Canada
  • Cape Breton Centre for Craft and Design logo
    Grant and FundingOpen

    Creative Entrepreneurship Program

    Resources for Cape Breton Island and Mulgrave, Nova Scotia, craft entrepreneurs
    Eligible Funding
    • Varies by project
    Eligible Industries
    • Arts, entertainment and recreation
    • Other services (except public administration)
    • Public administration
    Types of eligible projects
    CommercializationHuman Resources
    NS, Canada
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  • CWB Welding Foundation (CWB) logo
    Grant and FundingOpen

    CWB John Marinucci Bursary

    Bursary for Mohawk College welding students
    Eligible Funding
    • Maximum amount : 1,250 $
    Types of eligible projects
    Commercialization
    Timeline
    • Open Date : August 1, 2026
    • Closing date : September 30, 2026
    Ontario, Canada
  • Government of Québec logo
    Tax CreditsOpen

    Deduction for copyright income

    Annual deduction on eligible copyright income
    Eligible Funding
    • Varies by project
    Eligible Industries
    • Arts, entertainment and recreation
    Types of eligible projects
    Commercialization
    Quebec, Canada
  • Platform

    Data-driven strategy.

    Leverage historical data to predict your likelihood of success. See how you compare against industry benchmarks and optimize your capital structure.
  • Creative Saskatchewan logo
    Grant and FundingOpen

    Digital Game Development Grant

    Funding for commercial digital game development
    Eligible Funding
    • Maximum amount : 50,000 $
    • Up to 50% of project cost
    Types of eligible projects
    CommercializationInnovationDigital Transformation
    Timeline
    • Open Date : May 20, 2026
    • Closing date : November 18, 2026
    Saskatchewan, Canada
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  • Export Development Canada (EDC) logo
    Loans and Capital investmentsOpen

    Direct Lending

    Direct financing for global expansion
    Eligible Funding
    • Minimum amount : 1,000,000 $
    Eligible Industries
    • Manufacturing
    Types of eligible projects
    Commercialization
    Canada
  • District3 logo
    Other SupportExpert AdviceOpen

    District 3 Innovation Center — Launch & Grow

    Montréal innovation hub
    Eligible Funding
    • Varies by project
    Eligible Industries
    • Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
    • Utilities
    • Manufacturing
    • Professional, scientific and technical services
    Types of eligible projects
    Commercialization
    Canada
  • Hot Docs logo
    Grant and FundingOpen

    Don Haig Award

    Support for independent filmmakers and producers
    Eligible Funding
    • From $5,000 to $5,000
    Eligible Industries
    • Information and cultural industries
    • Arts, entertainment and recreation
    Types of eligible projects
    Commercialization
    Canada
  • Platform

    Discovery at scale.

    Filter thousands of active funding opportunities with granular precision. Our explorer instantly matches your company profile with regional and national credits.
  • LearnSphere logo
    Grant and FundingOpen

    E-tools for Exporting

    Money to help Atlantic Canada businesses export
    Eligible Funding
    • From $5,000 to $15,000
    • Up to 45% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    • Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
    • Mining, quarrying, and oil and gas extraction
    • Utilities
    • Construction
    Types of eligible projects
    CommercializationDigital Transformation
    PE, Canada
  • Fonds Ecofuel logo
    Loans and Capital investmentsOpen

    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
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  • Eligible Funding
    • Varies by project
    Eligible Industries
    • Manufacturing
    • Professional, scientific and technical services
    • Other services (except public administration)
    • Public administration
    Types of eligible projects
    CommercializationTechnologyEnvironment and ClimateHuman ResourcesInnovation
    Quebec, Canada
  • Export Development Canada (EDC) logo
    Other SupportExpert AdviceOpen

    EDC — Company InSight

    Research international companies before partnering
    Eligible Funding
    • Varies by project
    Eligible Industries
    • All industries
    Types of eligible projects
    CommercializationTechnologyBusiness Buyout
    Canada
  • Export Development Canada (EDC) logo
    Other SupportPartnering and CollaborationExpert AdviceLoans and Capital investmentsOpen

    EDC — Indigenous Business

    Export support for Indigenous entrepreneurs
    Eligible Funding
    • Maximum amount : 25,000,000 $
    Eligible Industries
    • All industries
    Types of eligible projects
    Commercialization
    Canada
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  • LearnSphere logo
    Grant and FundingExpert AdviceOpen

    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
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  • Government of Prince Edward Island (PEI) logo
    Grant and FundingOpen

    Equity Investors Incentive

    Funds for PEI businesses to attract investors
    Eligible Funding
    • Maximum amount : 200,000 $
    • Up to 20% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    • Manufacturing
    • Information and cultural industries
    • Professional, scientific and technical services
    • Arts, entertainment and recreation
    Types of eligible projects
    CommercializationTechnologyInnovation
    PE, Canada
  • Eureka Network (EUREKA) logo
    Grant and FundingLoans and Capital investmentsOpen

    Eureka Clusters

    International SMART R&D call
    Eligible Funding
    • From $20,000,000 to $70,000,000
    • Up to 100% of project cost
    Types of eligible projects
    CommercializationTechnologyInnovation
    Timeline
    • Open Date : June 23, 2026
    • Closing date : January 26, 2027
    Canada
  • Platform

    Never miss an opportunity.

    Funding cycles open and close within days. Our real-time engine monitors policy changes and alerts you as soon as a new matching opportunity appears.
  • Investissement Québec (IQ) logo
    Loans and Capital investmentsOpen

    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 FundingOpen

    EUREKA!

    International R&D collaboration for Canadian SMEs
    Eligible Funding
    • Maximum amount : 500,000 $
    • Up to 50% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    • All industries
    Types of eligible projects
    CommercializationTechnologyInnovation
    Canada
  • Telefilm Canada logo
    Partnering and CollaborationOpen

    EURIMAGES – European Cinema Support Fund

    Funding for eligible European co-productions
    Eligible Funding
    • Varies by project
    Eligible Industries
    • Information and cultural industries
    • Arts, entertainment and recreation
    Types of eligible projects
    Commercialization
    Canada
  • National Research Council Canada (NRC) logo
    Grant and FundingLoans and Capital investmentsOpen

    Eurogia2030 – Call 31

    Collaborative low-carbon R&D for international consortia
    Eligible Funding
    • From $20,000,000 to $1,500,000,000
    • Up to 100% of project cost
    Types of eligible projects
    CommercializationEnvironment and ClimateInnovationDigital Transformation
    Timeline
    • Open Date : July 1, 2026
    • Closing date : October 29, 2026
    Canada
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  • Evol logo
    Loans and Capital investmentsOpen

    Evol — Conventional loan

    Loans for diversified and inclusive Quebec businesses
    Eligible Funding
    • From $20,000 to $450,000
    • Up to 5% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    • All industries
    Types of eligible projects
    CommercializationBusiness Buyout
    Quebec, Canada
  • Evol logo
    Loans and Capital investmentsOpen

    Evol — Conventional loans for women entrepreneurs

    Loan fund for women entrepreneurs focused on sustainable development
    Eligible Funding
    • From $20,000 to $50,000
    Eligible Industries
    • All industries
    Types of eligible projects
    CommercializationBusiness Buyout
    Canada
  • Evol logo
    Loans and Capital investmentsOpen

    Evol — Conventional start-up loan

    Startup financing for eligible Québec businesses
    Eligible Funding
    • From $20,000 to $450,000
    Eligible Industries
    • Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
    • Mining, quarrying, and oil and gas extraction
    • Utilities
    • Construction
    Types of eligible projects
    CommercializationConstruction and Renovation Business BuyoutDigital Transformation
    Quebec, Canada
  • Platform

    Data-driven strategy.

    Leverage historical data to predict your likelihood of success. See how you compare against industry benchmarks and optimize your capital structure.
  • Government of Canada logo
    Other SupportTax CreditsOpen

    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
  • LearnSphere logo
    Grant and FundingOpen

    Export Funding NB

    Money to enhance export marketing for New Brunswick businesses
    Eligible Funding
    • From $5,000 to $15,000
    • Up to 65% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    • All industries
    Types of eligible projects
    Commercialization
    NB, Canada
  • LearnSphere logo
    Grant and FundingOpen

    Export Market Access Program (EMAP)

    Money to enhance export marketing for Prince Edward Island businesses
    Eligible Funding
    • From $5,000 to $15,000
    • Up to 45% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    • All industries
    Types of eligible projects
    CommercializationDigital Transformation
    PE, Canada
  • Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada (AAFC) logo
    Expert AdviceOpen

    Farm Debt Mediation Service

    Free mediation service helping insolvent Canadian farmers negotiate debt arrangements with creditors
    Eligible Funding
    • Varies by project
    Eligible Industries
    • Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
    Types of eligible projects
    CommercializationTechnologyHuman ResourcesBusiness BuyoutInnovationDigital Transformation
    Canada
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    Tell us about your business and project so we can identify relevant funding programs and practical next steps.

  • Farm Credit Canada (FCC) logo
    Loans and Capital investmentsOpen

    Farm Land and Buildings Financing

    Flexible financing for farm land and buildings
    Eligible Funding
    • Varies by project
    Eligible Industries
    • Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
    • Construction
    Types of eligible projects
    CommercializationConstruction and Renovation
    Canada
  • Foundation for Angelman Syndrome Therapeutics (FAST) logo
    Grant and FundingOpen

    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
  • Platform

    Discovery at scale.

    Filter thousands of active funding opportunities with granular precision. Our explorer instantly matches your company profile with regional and national credits.
  • Creative Saskatchewan logo
    Partnering and CollaborationGrant and FundingOpen

    Film and Television Development Grant

    Funding for Saskatchewan film and TV development
    Eligible Funding
    • Maximum amount : 40,000 $
    • Up to 75% of project cost
    Types of eligible projects
    Commercialization
    Timeline
    • Open Date : July 14, 2026
    • Closing date : October 8, 2026
    Saskatchewan, Canada
  • National Film Board of Canada (NFB) logo
    Other SupportGrant and FundingOpen

    Filmmaker Assistance Program (FAP)

    Post-production support for independent Canadian filmmakers
    Eligible Funding
    • Maximum amount : 15,000 $
    • Up to 100% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    • Arts, entertainment and recreation
    Types of eligible projects
    CommercializationInnovation
    Montreal, Canada
  • FinDev Canada (DFIC) logo
    Other SupportExpert AdviceLoans and Capital investmentsOpen

    FinDev Canada Financing and Investment

    Private sector development finance in developing countries
    Eligible Funding
    • Varies by project
    Eligible Industries
    • Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
    • Utilities
    • Transportation and warehousing
    • Information and cultural industries
    Types of eligible projects
    CommercializationEnvironment and ClimateDigital Transformation
    Canada
  • Natural Resources Canada (NRCan) logo
    Grant and FundingLoans and Capital investmentsOpen

    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 FundingOpen

    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
  • Turn funding opportunities for expansion into strong applications

    Build a clearer funding plan and prepare stronger applications with guidance from our funding team.

  • Fiera Capital Foundation logo
    Loans and Capital investmentsOpen

    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 FundingOpen

    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
  • MRC de La Côte-de-Gaspé (MRC) logo
    Loans and Capital investmentsOpen

    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
  • Platform

    Your AI grant expert.

    Meet Charles. An AI trained specifically for grants. Get instant answers to complex qualification questions.
  • Perennia Food and Agriculture Corporation logo
    Grant and FundingExpert AdviceOpen

    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
  • Foodpreneur Advantage logo
    Expert AdviceOpen

    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
  • Need help applying for grants for expansion?

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  • Government of Ontario logo
    Grant and FundingLoans and Capital investmentsOpen

    Forest Sector Investment and Innovation Program

    Strategic funding for Ontario forest sector projects
    Eligible Funding
    • Maximum amount : 3,000,000 $
    • Up to 30% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    • Manufacturing
    Types of eligible projects
    CommercializationTechnologyInnovation
    Ontario, Canada
  • Solidarity Funds (FTQ) logo
    Loans and Capital investmentsOpen

    FTQ — Regional Funds

    Local SME growth financing
    Eligible Funding
    • Maximum amount : 5,000,000 $
    Eligible Industries
    • All industries
    Types of eligible projects
    CommercializationBusiness Buyout
    Quebec, Canada
  • Platform

    Never miss an opportunity.

    Funding cycles open and close within days. Our real-time engine monitors policy changes and alerts you as soon as a new matching opportunity appears.
  • MRC du Golfe du Saint Laurent (MRC) logo
    Other SupportGrant and FundingExpert AdviceLoans and Capital investmentsOpen

    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
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  • Futurpreneur Canada logo
    Loans and Capital investmentsOpen

    Futurpreneur Canada Side Hustle

    Flexible financing for side businesses
    Eligible Funding
    • Maximum amount : 25,000 $
    Eligible Industries
    • All industries
    Types of eligible projects
    CommercializationHuman ResourcesBusiness BuyoutDigital Transformation
    Canada
  • City of Guelph logo
    Partnering and CollaborationGrant and FundingOpen

    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