Business Expansion Grants for 2026

Boost your business expansion with targeted grants available in 2026.

1522 programs

Grant and FundingOpen
OAC — Diffusion – French-language projects
Ontario Arts Council (OAC)
Supporting French-language arts presenters in Ontario
Eligible Funding
Maximum amount : 12,000 $
Eligible Industries
Arts, entertainment and recreation
Types of eligible projects
Commercialization
Legal Structure
Non-profit
Ontario, Canada
Partnering and CollaborationGrant and FundingExpert AdviceWage Subsidies And InternsOpen
OBIO — (WiHI) Training and Wage Subsidies
Ontario Bioscience Innovation Organization (OBIO)
Support for women-led health science companies
Eligible Funding
Maximum amount : 20,000 $
Eligible Industries
Health care and social assistance
Types of eligible projects
CommercializationHuman Resources
Legal Structure
For-profit business
Ontario, Canada
Grant and FundingOpen
OBIO — Early Adopter Health Network (EAHN)
Ontario Bioscience Innovation Organization (OBIO)
Real-world evaluation for Canadian health technologies
Eligible Funding
Maximum amount : 250,000 $
Types of eligible projects
CommercializationTechnologyInnovation
Legal Structure
Non-profit, Public or Parapublic institution, For-profit business
Timeline
Open Date : August 1, 2022
Ontario, Canada
Grant and FundingOpen
OCI — Critical Industrial Technologies initiative (CIR)
Ontario Centre of Innovation (OCI)
Critical technology internships for Ontario SMEs
Eligible Funding
From $10,000 to $1,000,000 · Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries
Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting, Mining, quarrying, and oil and gas extraction, Construction, Manufacturing
Types of eligible projects
Commercialization
Legal Structure
For-profit business
Ontario, Canada
Loans and Capital investmentsOpen
OCI — Ready 4 Market (R4M)
Ontario Centre of Innovation (OCI)
Co-investment for Ontario technology start-ups
Eligible Funding
Maximum amount : 250,000 $
Eligible Industries
Manufacturing, Information and cultural industries, Professional, scientific and technical services
Types of eligible projects
Commercialization
Legal Structure
For-profit business
Ontario, Canada
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Loans and Capital investmentsOpen
OCLF — Small Business Loans
Ottawa Community Loan Fund (OCLF)
Offers loans for small business startup or expansion
Eligible Funding
Maximum amount : 15,000 $
Eligible Industries
All industries
Types of eligible projects
CommercializationBusiness Buyout
Legal Structure
Non-profit, Sole proprietorship, Public or Parapublic institution, Non-financial cooperative, For-profit business
Ottawa, Ontario, Canada
Grant and FundingOpen
Official Languages Economic Development Initiative in Quebec — For-profit
Canada Economic Development for Quebec Regions (CED)
Support for Quebec official language minority communities
Eligible Funding
Varies by project
Eligible Industries
Information and cultural industries, Professional, scientific and technical services, Other services (except public administration)
Types of eligible projects
CommercializationArtificial Intelligence (AI)Construction and Renovation Human ResourcesInnovationDigital Transformation
Legal Structure
For-profit business
Quebec, Canada
Grant and FundingOpen
Official Languages Economic Development Initiative in Quebec — Not-for-profit
Canada Economic Development for Quebec Regions (CED)
Supports economic growth in official language minority communities
Eligible Funding
Up to 90% of project cost
Eligible Industries
Other services (except public administration), Public administration
Types of eligible projects
CommercializationTechnologyInnovation
Legal Structure
Non-profit
Quebec, Canada
Tax CreditsOpen
Oil and Gas Processing Investment Incentive
Government of Saskatchewan
Transferable tax credits for processing investments
Eligible Funding
Maximum amount : 75,000,000 $ · Up to 15.000001% of project cost
Types of eligible projects
Commercialization
Legal Structure
For-profit business
Timeline
Open Date : July 8, 2019 · Closing date : March 31, 2029
Saskatchewan, Canada
Tax CreditsOpen
Oil Infrastructure Investment Program (OIIP)
Government of Saskatchewan
Support for pipeline infrastructure projects
Eligible Funding
Maximum amount : 40,000,000 $ · Up to 20% of project cost
Types of eligible projects
CommercializationConstruction and Renovation
Legal Structure
For-profit business
Timeline
Open Date : April 8, 2020 · Closing date : March 31, 2029
Saskatchewan, Canada
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Grant and FundingOpen
On-Farm Value-Added Program
Government of Alberta
Cost-shared support for Alberta farm value-added growth
Eligible Funding
From $1,000 to $250,000 · Up to 25% of project cost
Eligible Industries
Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
Types of eligible projects
CommercializationInnovation
Alberta, Canada
Tax CreditsOpen
Ontario Book Publishing Tax Credit (OBPTC)
Ontario Creates, Ontario Ministry of Finance
Refundable tax relief for Ontario book publishers
Eligible Funding
Maximum amount : 30,000 $ · Up to 30% of project cost
Eligible Industries
Information and cultural industries
Types of eligible projects
Commercialization
Legal Structure
For-profit business
Ontario, Canada
Expert AdviceOpen
Ontario Export Services
Government of Ontario
Export support for Ontario companies
Eligible Funding
Varies by project
Eligible Industries
All industries
Types of eligible projects
CommercializationArtificial Intelligence (AI)TechnologyEnvironment and ClimateInnovationDigital Transformation
Legal Structure
For-profit business
Ontario, Canada
Tax CreditsOpen
Ontario Shortline Railway Investment Tax Credit
Government of Ontario
Temporary tax credit for Ontario shortline railways
Eligible Funding
Maximum amount : 8,500 $ · Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries
Transportation and warehousing
Types of eligible projects
Commercialization
Legal Structure
For-profit business
Ontario, Canada
Grant and FundingLoans and Capital investmentsOpen
Ontario Together Trade Fund (OTTF)
Government of Ontario
Supports trade resilience and market diversification in Ontario
Eligible Funding
Maximum amount : 5,000,000 $ · Up to 75% of project cost
Types of eligible projects
CommercializationTechnologyConstruction and Renovation Human ResourcesInnovation
Legal Structure
For-profit business
Timeline
Open Date : April 23, 2025
Ontario, Canada
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Opportunities New Brunswick — Mentorship
Government of New Brunswick, Opportunities New Brunswick (ONB)
Mentorship and connections in New Brunswick
Eligible Funding
Varies by project
Types of eligible projects
Commercialization
Legal Structure
For-profit business
Timeline
Open Date : July 9, 2024
NB, Canada
Grant and FundingOpen
Organic Industry Development - Implementation of Strategic Initiatives
Government of Prince Edward Island (PEI), Department of Agriculture and Land (PEI)
Funding to support organic farming in Prince Edward Island
Eligible Funding
Maximum amount : 60,000 $ · Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries
All industries
Types of eligible projects
CommercializationTechnologyEnvironment and Climate
Legal Structure
Non-profit, Sole proprietorship, Public or Parapublic institution, Non-financial cooperative, For-profit business
PE, Canada
Grant and FundingOpen
Organic Industry Development — Increasing Market Competitiveness
Government of Prince Edward Island (PEI), Department of Agriculture and Land (PEI)
Funding to help Prince Edward Island organic businesses increase market share
Eligible Funding
Maximum amount : 60,000 $ · Up to 70% of project cost
Eligible Industries
All industries
Types of eligible projects
CommercializationTechnology
Legal Structure
Non-profit, Sole proprietorship, Public or Parapublic institution, Non-financial cooperative, Social economy enterprise, For-profit business
PE, Canada
Grant and FundingOpen
Other Initiatives Program (OIP)
Government of Alberta, Women and Gender Equality Canada (WAGE)
Community support for urgent Alberta projects
Eligible Funding
Varies by project
Eligible Industries
All industries
Types of eligible projects
CommercializationArtificial Intelligence (AI)TechnologyEnvironment and ClimateConstruction and Renovation Human ResourcesBusiness BuyoutInnovationDigital Transformation
Legal Structure
Non-profit
Alberta, Canada
Grant and FundingOpen
Outaouais Tourism — PDTO 2025-2027 – Attractions, activities and facilities
Outaouais Tourism
Funding for tourism development projects in Outaouais
Eligible Funding
From $25,000 to $90,000 · Up to 25% of project cost
Eligible Industries
Arts, entertainment and recreation, Accommodation and food services
Types of eligible projects
CommercializationEnvironment and ClimateConstruction and Renovation InnovationDigital Transformation
Quebec, Canada
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OVIN — R&D Partnership Fund – Advanced Charging and Vehicle-to-Grid (V2G) Stream
Ontario Vehicle Innovation Network (OVIN)
Co-investment for connected vehicle innovation
Eligible Funding
Maximum amount : 1,000,000 $
Eligible Industries
Manufacturing, Transportation and warehousing
Types of eligible projects
CommercializationTechnology
Legal Structure
For-profit business
Ontario, Canada
Partnering and CollaborationGrant and FundingOpen
OVIN — TalentEdge Fellowship
Ontario Vehicle Innovation Network (OVIN)
Funding for automotive and smart mobility fellowships
Eligible Funding
From $35,000 to $70,000 · Up to 70% of project cost
Types of eligible projects
CommercializationArtificial Intelligence (AI)TechnologyInnovation
Legal Structure
For-profit business
Timeline
Open Date : May 6, 2022
Ontario, Canada
Grant and FundingOpen
OVIN Research and Development (R&D) Partnership Fund – Stream 1
Ontario Vehicle Innovation Network (OVIN)
Ontario mobility innovation partnership support
Eligible Funding
Maximum amount : 100,000 $ · Up to 33% of project cost
Eligible Industries
All industries
Types of eligible projects
CommercializationTechnology
Ontario, Canada
Partnering and CollaborationGrant and FundingOpen
OVIN Technology Pilot Zones
Ontario Vehicle Innovation Network (OVIN)
Pilot automotive and mobility solutions in Ontario
Eligible Funding
Maximum amount : 100,000 $
Eligible Industries
Manufacturing, Transportation and warehousing, Professional, scientific and technical services
Types of eligible projects
CommercializationTechnologyInnovationDigital Transformation
Legal Structure
For-profit business
Sarnia, Toronto, Windsor, Ontario
Grant and FundingLoans and Capital investmentsOpen
PacifiCan — Jobs and Growth Fund — Indigenous Stream
Pacific Economic Development Canada (PacifiCan)
Support for job-creating growth projects in British Columbia
Eligible Funding
Maximum amount : 10,000,000 $ · Up to 90% of project cost
Eligible Industries
Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting, Manufacturing, Information and cultural industries, Professional, scientific and technical services
Types of eligible projects
CommercializationTechnologyInnovationDigital Transformation
Legal Structure
Non-profit, Public or Parapublic institution, For-profit business
BC, Canada
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Grant and FundingOpen
PartÉS — Programme d’appui pour ressources techniques en économie sociale
Fonds RISQ (RISQ)
Technical support funding for social economy businesses
Eligible Funding
From $2,000 to $15,000 · Up to 50% of project cost
Types of eligible projects
CommercializationConstruction and Renovation
Timeline
Closing date : December 31, 2027
Canada
Partnering and CollaborationGrant and FundingExpert AdviceOpen
Partners in scholarships Canada
Universities Canada
Scholarship program administration support
Eligible Funding
Varies by project
Eligible Industries
Educational services
Types of eligible projects
CommercializationInnovation
Legal Structure
Non-profit
Canada
Grant and FundingOpen
Passport to Markets
Creative BC
Travel support for B.C. creative media professionals
Eligible Funding
Maximum amount : 10,000 $ · Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries
Information and cultural industries, Arts, entertainment and recreation
Types of eligible projects
CommercializationInnovationDigital Transformation
Legal Structure
For-profit business
BC, Canada
Grant and FundingOpen
PEC Winegrowers Association (PECWA) Bursary
The County Foundation
Annual bursary for wine industry studies
Eligible Funding
From $1,000 to $1,000
Eligible Industries
Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
Types of eligible projects
Commercialization
Legal Structure
Non-profit
Ontario, Canada
Grant and FundingOpen
PEI - Export Trade Assistance
Government of Prince Edward Island (PEI), Innovation PEI (PEI)
Funding to explore new global opportunities in PEI
Eligible Funding
Maximum amount : 3,000 $ · Up to 75% of project cost
Eligible Industries
Manufacturing, Information and cultural industries, Professional, scientific and technical services, Arts, entertainment and recreation
Types of eligible projects
CommercializationTechnologyInnovation
Legal Structure
Sole proprietorship, For-profit business
PE, Canada
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Grant and FundingOpen
PEI — Business Development Program
Government of Prince Edward Island (PEI), Department of Agriculture and Land (PEI)
Business training and planning funding for agri-businesses in Prince Edward Island
Eligible Funding
Maximum amount : 100,000 $
Eligible Industries
All industries
Types of eligible projects
Commercialization
PE, Canada
Grant and FundingOpen
Piano 2017
Montreal International Music Competition (CMIM)
International piano competition with major prizes
Eligible Funding
From $1,000 to $50,000
Eligible Industries
Arts, entertainment and recreation
Types of eligible projects
Commercialization
Montreal, Quebec, Canada
Other SupportPartnering and CollaborationOpen
Prairie Agtech Validation Program
Canadian Agri-Food Automation and Intelligence Network (CAAIN)
Supports prairie agtech validation with producers and research experts
Eligible Funding
Varies by project
Eligible Industries
Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting, Professional, scientific and technical services
Types of eligible projects
CommercializationArtificial Intelligence (AI)TechnologyInnovationDigital Transformation
Legal Structure
For-profit business
Alberta, Manitoba, Saskatchewan, Canada
Grant and FundingOpen
PrairiesCan — Economic Development Initiative
Prairies Economic Development Canada (PrairiesCan)
Support for Francophone economic development projects
Eligible Funding
Varies by project
Eligible Industries
Professional, scientific and technical services, Educational services, Arts, entertainment and recreation, Accommodation and food services
Types of eligible projects
CommercializationEnvironment and Climate
Legal Structure
Non-profit, Public or Parapublic institution, Social economy enterprise, For-profit business
Alberta, Manitoba, Saskatchewan, Canada
Grant and FundingOpen
PrairiesCan — Francophone economic development in the Prairie provinces
Prairies Economic Development Canada (PrairiesCan)
Francophone business support in the Prairies
Eligible Funding
Varies by project
Eligible Industries
All industries
Types of eligible projects
CommercializationHuman Resources
Legal Structure
Non-financial cooperative, For-profit business, Social economy enterprise
Alberta, Manitoba, Saskatchewan, Canada
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PrairiesCan — Regional Economic Growth through Innovation — Regional Innovation Ecosystems (RIE)
Prairies Economic Development Canada (PrairiesCan), Government of Canada
Support for innovation ecosystems across the Prairie provinces
Eligible Funding
Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries
Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting, Manufacturing, Information and cultural industries, Professional, scientific and technical services
Types of eligible projects
CommercializationTechnologyInnovation
Legal Structure
Non-profit, Public or Parapublic institution, Social economy enterprise
Alberta, Manitoba, Saskatchewan, Canada
Loans and Capital investmentsOpen
Prêt de prédémarrage
Fonds RISQ (RISQ)
Pre-startup financing for social economy businesses
Eligible Funding
Maximum amount : 100,000 $
Eligible Industries
Other services (except public administration), Public administration
Types of eligible projects
CommercializationHuman Resources
Legal Structure
Non-profit, Non-financial cooperative
Quebec, Canada
Other SupportOpen
Price Pooling Program
Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada (AAFC)
Agricultural price protection for marketing agencies
Eligible Funding
Up to 65% of project cost
Eligible Industries
Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
Types of eligible projects
Commercialization
Legal Structure
Non-financial cooperative
Canada
Grant and FundingOpen
PRIMA — INNOV-R SME
Advanced Materials Research and Innovation Hub (PRIMA)
Supporting collaborative industrial research to cut GHGs
Eligible Funding
Maximum amount : 450,000 $ · Up to 50% of project cost
Types of eligible projects
CommercializationEnvironment and ClimateInnovation
Legal Structure
For-profit business
Timeline
Closing date : November 2, 2026
Quebec, Canada
Tax CreditsOpen
Printed Book Rebate
Canada Revenue Agency (CRA)
GST/HST rebate guidance for printed books
Eligible Funding
Varies by project
Eligible Industries
Information and cultural industries
Types of eligible projects
Commercialization
Legal Structure
Non-profit
Canada
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Grant and FundingOpen
Private Archives Processing Support Program
National Library and Archives of Quebec (BANQ)
Support for processing private historical archives
Eligible Funding
From $5,000 to $20,000 · Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries
Information and cultural industries, Public administration
Types of eligible projects
Commercialization
Legal Structure
Non-profit, Public or Parapublic institution, Social economy enterprise
Quebec, Canada
Other SupportPartnering and CollaborationOpen
Prix Clément-Marchand Société des écrivains de la Mauricie
The SSJB Foundation of Mauricie (SSJB)
Supports emerging literary talent in the region
Eligible Funding
From $250 to $1,000
Eligible Industries
Information and cultural industries, Educational services, Arts, entertainment and recreation
Types of eligible projects
Commercialization
Quebec, Canada
Grant and FundingOpen
Product and Market Development Program — Agri-Businesses
Government of Prince Edward Island (PEI), Sustainable Canadian Agricultural Partnership (SCAP)
Support for agri-food product and market growth
Eligible Funding
Varies by project
Eligible Industries
Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
Types of eligible projects
CommercializationTechnologyEnvironment and ClimateInnovation
Legal Structure
For-profit business, Non-profit, Public or Parapublic institution
PE, Canada
Grant and FundingOpen
Product and Market Development Program — Agricultural Industry Organizations
Government of Prince Edward Island (PEI), Sustainable Canadian Agricultural Partnership (SCAP)
Supports agricultural organizations developing new products and markets
Eligible Funding
Maximum amount : 30,000 $ · Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries
Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting, Manufacturing, Wholesale trade
Types of eligible projects
Commercialization
Legal Structure
Non-profit, Sole proprietorship, Public or Parapublic institution, For-profit business
PE, Canada
Grant and FundingOpen
Program to Support the Positioning of Québec Alcoholic Beverages — Stream 2: Reserved Designations and Value-Added Claims
Ministère de l'économie, de l'innovation et de l'énergie du Québec (MEIE)
Supports certification and positioning of Québec alcoholic products
Eligible Funding
Maximum amount : 200,000 $ · Up to 2% of project cost
Eligible Industries
Manufacturing
Types of eligible projects
Commercialization
Legal Structure
For-profit business, Social economy enterprise, Sole proprietorship, Non-profit
Quebec City, Quebec, Canada
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Programme de réussite économique pour les femmes de Jordanie
Canadian Bureau for International Education (CBIE)
Supports women’s economic empowerment in Jordan
Eligible Funding
Varies by project
Eligible Industries
Public administration
Types of eligible projects
CommercializationInnovation
Legal Structure
For-profit business
Canada
Grant and FundingOpen
Programme de soutien à la diffusion des connaissances sur le Québec
AIEQ (AIEQ)
Financial support for Quebec knowledge initiatives
Eligible Funding
Varies by project
Eligible Industries
Professional, scientific and technical services, Educational services
Types of eligible projects
Commercialization
Canada
Expert AdviceOpen
Programme parcours d'accès aux soins et au traitement (PACT)
World Federation of Hemophilia (WFH)
Improves care access for bleeding disorders
Eligible Funding
Varies by project
Eligible Industries
Health care and social assistance
Types of eligible projects
CommercializationTechnologyInnovation
Legal Structure
Non-profit
Canada
Grant and FundingOpen
Project Development Fund
Creative BC
Supports B.C. film, TV, and documentary development
Eligible Funding
Maximum amount : 20,000 $ · Up to 50% of project cost
Types of eligible projects
CommercializationEnvironment and Climate
Legal Structure
For-profit business
Timeline
Open Date : April 27, 2026 · Closing date : March 31, 2027
BC, Canada
Grant and FundingOpen
Promotion Program – Limited Edition Stream
Telefilm Canada
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
Legal Structure
Non-profit
Canada
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Grant and FundingOpen
Promotional travel assistance program
Government of New Brunswick
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
Legal Structure
For-profit business
NB, Canada
Grant and FundingOpen
Quantum Leap
Quebec Consortium for Drug Discovery (CQDM), Regroupements sectoriels de recherche industrielle du Québec (RSRI)
Connects Canadian innovators with pharma partners
Eligible Funding
From $500,000 to $1,500,000 · Up to 33% of project cost
Eligible Industries
Health care and social assistance
Types of eligible projects
CommercializationTechnology
Legal Structure
Non-profit, Public or Parapublic institution, For-profit business
Canada
Grant and FundingOpen
Quebec Alcohol Positioning Support Program — Support for maintaining sales development for artisan wine producers
Government of Québec
Support for Quebec artisan wine sales development
Eligible Funding
From $2 to $650,000 · Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries
Wholesale trade, Retail trade
Types of eligible projects
Commercialization
Quebec, Canada
Loans and Capital investmentsOpen
Quebec City — Business Loans — Growth and Expansion
Quebec City
Support for the growth of established businesses
Eligible Funding
Maximum amount : 300,000 $
Eligible Industries
Manufacturing
Types of eligible projects
Commercialization
Legal Structure
For-profit business, Non-profit, Non-financial cooperative
Quebec City, Quebec, Canada
Grant and FundingOpen
Quebec Economic Development Program - Diversify your economy
Canada Economic Development for Quebec Regions (CED)
Supports regional economic diversification in Quebec
Eligible Funding
Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries
All industries
Types of eligible projects
Commercialization
Legal Structure
Non-profit
Quebec, Canada
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Quebec Economic Development Program (QEDP)
Canada Economic Development for Quebec Regions (CED)
Supports regional economic development and diversification in Quebec
Eligible Funding
Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries
Manufacturing, Professional, scientific and technical services, Arts, entertainment and recreation, Accommodation and food services
Types of eligible projects
CommercializationTechnologyBusiness BuyoutInnovation
Legal Structure
Non-profit, Public or Parapublic institution, For-profit business
Quebec, Canada
Grant and FundingOpen
Quebec Fisheries Fund
Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries and Food (MAPAQ)
Supports fisheries innovation, infrastructure, and market growth
Eligible Funding
Maximum amount : 2,500,000 $
Types of eligible projects
CommercializationTechnologyInnovation
Legal Structure
For-profit business, Sole proprietorship, Non-financial cooperative, Non-profit, Public or Parapublic institution
Timeline
Open Date : September 1, 2026
Quebec, Canada
Researchers And FacilitiesPartnering and CollaborationGrant and FundingOpen
Quebec Fisheries Fund — Innovation
Fisheries and Oceans Canada (DFO)
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 : September 1, 2026
Quebec, Canada
Expert AdviceOpen
Quebec International — Selling and Exporting — Set your sights on the world
Québec International
Export support for international market expansion
Eligible Funding
Varies by project
Types of eligible projects
Commercialization
Legal Structure
For-profit business
Timeline
Open Date : June 18, 2026
Quebec, Canada
Other SupportExpert AdviceOpen
Quebec International — Starting a business and making it grow
Québec International
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
Legal Structure
For-profit business
Quebec City, Quebec, Canada
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Researchers And FacilitiesGrant and FundingOpen
Québec Research Fund - Health Sector (FRQS)
Québec Research Fund (FRQ)
Funding support for health research and student training in Québec
Eligible Funding
Varies by project
Eligible Industries
Professional, scientific and technical services, Educational services, Health care and social assistance
Types of eligible projects
CommercializationTechnologyHuman ResourcesInnovation
Legal Structure
Non-profit, Public or Parapublic institution
Quebec, Canada
Grant and FundingWage Subsidies And InternsOpen
Quebec Research Support Program
Secrétariat du Québec aux relations canadiennes (SQRC)
Funding for research and knowledge dissemination
Eligible Funding
Maximum amount : 100,000 $ · Up to 80% of project cost
Eligible Industries
Professional, scientific and technical services
Types of eligible projects
Commercialization
Legal Structure
Non-profit
Quebec, Canada
Partnering and CollaborationGrant and FundingExpert AdviceOpen
Québec’s Integrated Animal Health Program (PISAQ)
Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries and Food (MAPAQ)
Veterinary support for livestock farms
Eligible Funding
Maximum amount : 150,000 $ · Up to 90% of project cost
Types of eligible projects
CommercializationTechnologyEnvironment and ClimateHuman ResourcesBusiness BuyoutInnovationDigital Transformation
Timeline
Closing date : December 15, 2027
Quebec, Canada
Grant and FundingOpen
Radiostar fund
Radiostar Fund
Selection-based funding for Quebec music promotion
Eligible Funding
Maximum amount : 350,000 $ · Up to 100% of project cost
Eligible Industries
Information and cultural industries, Arts, entertainment and recreation
Types of eligible projects
Commercialization
Quebec, Canada
Grant and FundingOpen
Rapid Response to Business Development Initiative (RRBDI)
Agricultural Adaptation Council (AAC)
Fast market access support for Ontario agri-businesses
Eligible Funding
Maximum amount : 10,000 $ · Up to 100% of project cost
Types of eligible projects
Commercialization
Legal Structure
For-profit business
Timeline
Open Date : June 22, 2026 · Closing date : March 1, 2027
Ontario, Canada
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Fonds RISQ (RISQ)
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
Grant and FundingOpen
REGI — Regional Innovation Ecosystems — CED (QC) — Not-for-profit
Canada Economic Development for Quebec Regions (CED)
Money to support business growth in Quebec
Eligible Funding
Up to 90% of project cost
Eligible Industries
Manufacturing, Information and cultural industries, Educational services, Other services (except public administration)
Types of eligible projects
CommercializationTechnologyHuman ResourcesInnovation
Legal Structure
Non-profit, Public or Parapublic institution
Quebec, Canada
Grant and FundingOpen
Regional Action Support Program (RASP)
Government of Québec
Support for regional actions in Capitale-Nationale and Lévis
Eligible Funding
Up to 30% of project cost
Eligible Industries
Arts, entertainment and recreation, Accommodation and food services, Other services (except public administration), Public administration
Types of eligible projects
CommercializationEnvironment and Climate
Legal Structure
Non-profit, Public or Parapublic institution, Non-financial cooperative, For-profit business
Quebec, Canada
Grant and FundingLoans and Capital investmentsOpen
Regional Artificial Intelligence Initiative (RAII) in the Prairie Provinces
Prairies Economic Development Canada (PrairiesCan), Government of Canada
Support for responsible AI commercialization and adoption
Eligible Funding
From $250,000 to $5,000,000 · Up to 90% of project cost
Eligible Industries
Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting, Mining, quarrying, and oil and gas extraction, Manufacturing, Information and cultural industries
Types of eligible projects
CommercializationArtificial Intelligence (AI)TechnologyHuman Resources
Legal Structure
Non-profit, Public or Parapublic institution, For-profit business
Alberta, Manitoba, Saskatchewan, Canada
Grant and FundingOpen
Regional Development Fund — Regional Development Program
Government of Newfoundland and Labrador (CBDC), Department of Industry, Energy and Technology (NL)
Funding for regional development in Newfoundland and Labrador
Eligible Funding
Maximum amount : 10,000 $ · Up to 25% of project cost
Types of eligible projects
CommercializationInnovation
Legal Structure
Non-profit, Public or Parapublic institution, Non-financial cooperative
Timeline
Open Date : February 3, 2026
NL, Canada
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Regional Economic Growth through Innovation — Regional Innovation Ecosystems — ACOA
Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency (ACOA)
Support for business growth and innovation
Eligible Funding
Varies by project
Eligible Industries
All industries
Types of eligible projects
CommercializationTechnologyInnovation
Legal Structure
For-profit business, Sole proprietorship, Social economy enterprise, Non-financial cooperative, Non-profit, Public or Parapublic institution
NB, NL, NS, PE, Canada
Grant and FundingOpen
Regional Economic Growth Through Innovation & Southern Ontario Prosperity Program
Federal Economic Development Agency for Southern Ontario (FedDev)
Funding for SMEs in Southern Ontario to grow, innovate and compete
Eligible Funding
From $125,000 to $10,000,000
Eligible Industries
Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting, Manufacturing, Information and cultural industries, Professional, scientific and technical services
Types of eligible projects
CommercializationTechnologyEnvironment and ClimateInnovationDigital Transformation
Legal Structure
For-profit business
Ontario, Canada
Grant and FundingOpen
Regional Economic Growth Through Innovation & Southern Ontario Prosperity Program — Indigenous
Federal Economic Development Agency for Southern Ontario (FedDev)
Financing for Indigenous businesses and organizations in Southern Ontario
Eligible Funding
Varies by project
Types of eligible projects
CommercializationTechnologyHuman ResourcesInnovation
Legal Structure
Non-profit, Sole proprietorship, Public or Parapublic institution, For-profit business
Timeline
Open Date : November 1, 2023
Ontario, Canada
Partnering and CollaborationGrant and FundingOpen
Regional Future Workforce (RFW) – Critical Minerals Pilot Program
Ontario Vehicle Innovation Network (OVIN)
Support for Ontario critical minerals workforce projects
Eligible Funding
Maximum amount : 300,000 $
Eligible Industries
Mining, quarrying, and oil and gas extraction, Manufacturing, Educational services
Types of eligible projects
CommercializationHuman ResourcesInnovation
Ontario, Canada
Grant and FundingWage Subsidies And InternsOpen
Regional Initiatives Fund (FAIR)
Ministère de l'économie, de l'innovation et de l'énergie du Québec (MEIE)
Supports economic development and innovation in Gaspésie–Îles-de-la-Madeleine region
Eligible Funding
Maximum amount : 150,000 $ · Up to 90% of project cost
Eligible Industries
Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting, Utilities, Construction, Manufacturing
Types of eligible projects
CommercializationTechnologyEnvironment and ClimateHuman ResourcesInnovation
Legal Structure
Non-profit, Public or Parapublic institution, Non-financial cooperative, Social economy enterprise, For-profit business
Quebec, Canada
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Regional Quantum Initiative (RQI) in the Prairie Provinces
Government of Canada, Prairies Economic Development Canada (PrairiesCan)
Funding for quantum commercialization in Alberta
Eligible Funding
Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries
Professional, scientific and technical services
Types of eligible projects
CommercializationInnovation
Alberta, Canada
Grant and FundingLoans and Capital investmentsOpen
Regional Quantum Initiative in British Columbia
Pacific Economic Development Canada (PacifiCan), Prairies Economic Development Canada (PrairiesCan)
Quantum commercialization support in British Columbia
Eligible Funding
From $500,000 to $5,000,000 · Up to 50% of project cost
Types of eligible projects
CommercializationTechnology
Legal Structure
Non-profit, Public or Parapublic institution, For-profit business
Timeline
Closing date : March 31, 2028
BC, Canada
Grant and FundingOpen
Regions and Rurality Fund (RRF) – Territory Development Fund Support Policy
MRC des Etchemins
Funding for territorial development and community vitalization
Eligible Funding
From $10,000 to $250,000 · Up to 90% of project cost
Eligible Industries
Construction, Manufacturing, Wholesale trade, Retail trade
Types of eligible projects
CommercializationEnvironment and ClimateConstruction and Renovation
Quebec, Canada
Grant and FundingOpen
Registered Tire Processor Incentive Program Requirements
Alberta Recycling Management Authority (ARMA)
Supports tire collection and recycling operations
Eligible Funding
Varies by project
Eligible Industries
Administrative and support, waste management and remediation services
Types of eligible projects
CommercializationEnvironment and Climate
Alberta, BC, Manitoba, Saskatchewan, Canada
Loans and Capital investmentsOpen
Renfrew County Community Futures Development Corporation — Business Financing
Renfrew County Community Futures Development Corporation (RCCFDC)
Business financing for local companies
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
Legal Structure
For-profit business
Pembroke, Ontario, Canada
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Research & Development Partnership Fund (R&D PF)
Ontario Vehicle Innovation Network (OVIN)
Ontario co-investment for automotive technology commercialization
Eligible Funding
Maximum amount : 1,000,000 $ · Up to 33% of project cost
Eligible Industries
All industries
Types of eligible projects
CommercializationArtificial Intelligence (AI)Technology
Legal Structure
For-profit business
Ontario, Canada
Other SupportResearchers And FacilitiesPartnering and CollaborationOpen
Research on training
Coaching Association of Canada (CAC)
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
Legal Structure
Non-profit
Canada
Researchers And FacilitiesPartnering and CollaborationGrant and FundingOpen
Research Support Program for Research and Innovation Organizations — Support for Research Projects in Collaboration with the Community (PSO, stream 2b)
Government of Québec
Funding for collaborative research and innovation projects
Eligible Funding
From $100,000 to $9,000,000 · Up to 100% of project cost
Eligible Industries
Professional, scientific and technical services, Educational services, Health care and social assistance
Types of eligible projects
CommercializationTechnologyConstruction and Renovation Business BuyoutInnovation
Quebec, Canada
Expert AdviceOpen
Réseau des SADC et CAE — Business Start-Up and Expansion
Réseau des SADC et CAE (SADC)
Personalized support for Quebec businesses
Eligible Funding
Varies by project
Eligible Industries
All industries
Types of eligible projects
CommercializationBusiness Buyout
Legal Structure
For-profit business, Sole proprietorship
Quebec, Canada
Other SupportGrant and FundingExpert AdviceOpen
Risk documentary program
Prim (PRIM)
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
Legal Structure
Non-profit
Quebec, Canada
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River Philip Foundation — General Funding
River Philip Foundation
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
Grant and FundingOpen
Robbins-Ollivier Equity Excellence Award
Government of Canada
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
Loans and Capital investmentsOpen
Rouyn-Noranda — Structuring Projects Fund (FPS)
CLD Rouyn-Noranda (CLDRN)
Support for business start-up and succession
Eligible Funding
Maximum amount : 25,000 $ · Up to 5% of project cost
Eligible Industries
Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting, Manufacturing, Arts, entertainment and recreation, Accommodation and food services
Types of eligible projects
CommercializationBusiness Buyout
Legal Structure
For-profit business
Rouyn-Noranda, Quebec, Canada
Grant and FundingOpen
RTO3 2026/27 Partnership Funding Program
Regional Tourism Organization 3 (RTO3)
Co-investment support for regional tourism projects
Eligible Funding
Maximum amount : 2,250 $ · Up to 50% of project cost
Types of eligible projects
CommercializationInnovationDigital Transformation
Timeline
Open Date : March 19, 2026
Ontario, Canada
Partnering and CollaborationGrant and FundingExpert AdviceOpen
RTO4 2026-2027 Partnership Program
Regional Tourism Organization 4 (RTO4)
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
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Grant and FundingOpen
Rural Economy Fund
Government of New Brunswick
Support for rural economic growth in New Brunswick
Eligible Funding
Maximum amount : 1,000,000 $ · Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries
Public administration
Types of eligible projects
CommercializationConstruction and Renovation
Legal Structure
For-profit business, Non-profit, Public or Parapublic institution
NB, Canada
Grant and FundingOpen
S.M. Blair Family Foundation Grants
S.M. Blair Family Foundation
Support for Canadian charitable and research initiatives
Eligible Funding
Varies by project
Types of eligible projects
CommercializationTechnologyInnovation
Legal Structure
Non-profit
Timeline
Closing date : November 15, 2026
Quebec, Canada
Loans and Capital investmentsOpen
SADC Lac-St-Jean Ouest — Acquisition Loan +
SADC Lac-St-Jean Ouest (SADC)
Financing for business acquisition projects
Eligible Funding
Maximum amount : 150,000 $
Eligible Industries
All industries
Types of eligible projects
CommercializationTechnologyEnvironment and ClimateConstruction and Renovation Business BuyoutDigital Transformation
Legal Structure
For-profit business
Quebec, Canada
Loans and Capital investmentsOpen
SADC Lac-St-Jean Ouest — Regular loan
SADC Lac-St-Jean Ouest (SADC)
Business financing for growth and relocation
Eligible Funding
Maximum amount : 300,000 $
Eligible Industries
All industries
Types of eligible projects
CommercializationEnvironment and ClimateConstruction and Renovation Business BuyoutDigital Transformation
Legal Structure
For-profit business
Quebec, Canada
Loans and Capital investmentsOpen
SADC Shawinigan — Flexiprêt for women
SADC Shawinigan (SADC)
Financing for women entrepreneurs in part-time businesses
Eligible Funding
Maximum amount : 25,000 $
Types of eligible projects
CommercializationBusiness Buyout
Legal Structure
For-profit business, Sole proprietorship
Timeline
Open Date : January 1, 2023
Shawinigan, Quebec, Canada
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Saint-Hyacinthe Technopole — FLI/FLS
Saint-Hyacinthe Technopole, MRC des Maskoutains
Supports business startup, growth, and succession projects
Eligible Funding
Varies by project
Eligible Industries
Manufacturing
Types of eligible projects
CommercializationTechnologyConstruction and Renovation Business BuyoutDigital Transformation
Legal Structure
Non-profit, For-profit business, Social economy enterprise, Non-financial cooperative
Quebec, Canada
Tax CreditsOpen
Saskatchewan Critical Minerals Innovation Incentive (SCMII)
Government of Saskatchewan
Transferable credits for critical minerals innovation
Eligible Funding
From $1,000,000 to $5,000,000 · Up to 25% of project cost
Types of eligible projects
CommercializationInnovation
Legal Structure
For-profit business
Timeline
Open Date : August 1, 2024 · Closing date : March 31, 2029
Saskatchewan, Canada
Tax CreditsOpen
Saskatchewan Critical Minerals Processing Investment Incentive
Saskatchewan Ministry of Energy and Resources
Transferable credits for critical minerals processing investments
Eligible Funding
Maximum amount : 75,000,000 $ · Up to 15% of project cost
Types of eligible projects
CommercializationConstruction and Renovation
Legal Structure
For-profit business
Timeline
Open Date : August 1, 2024 · Closing date : March 31, 2029
Saskatchewan, Canada
Tax CreditsOpen
Saskatchewan Manufacturing and Processing Investment Tax Credit
Government of Saskatchewan
Refundable tax credit for manufacturing property
Eligible Funding
Up to 6% of project cost
Eligible Industries
Manufacturing
Types of eligible projects
CommercializationConstruction and Renovation Innovation
Legal Structure
For-profit business
Saskatchewan, Canada
Tax CreditsOpen
Saskatchewan Manufacturing and Processing Profits Tax Reduction
Government of Saskatchewan, Canada Revenue Agency (CRA), Ministry of Finance (SK)
Income tax reduction for manufacturing and processing in Saskatchewan
Eligible Funding
Up to 2% of project cost
Eligible Industries
Manufacturing
Types of eligible projects
CommercializationHuman ResourcesInnovation
Legal Structure
For-profit business
Saskatchewan, Canada

Business Expansion Grants for 2026

OAC — Diffusion – French-language projects

OBIO — (WiHI) Training and Wage Subsidies

OBIO — Early Adopter Health Network (EAHN)

OCI — Critical Industrial Technologies initiative (CIR)

OCI — Ready 4 Market (R4M)

Discovery at scale.

OCLF — Small Business Loans

Official Languages Economic Development Initiative in Quebec — For-profit

Official Languages Economic Development Initiative in Quebec — Not-for-profit

Oil and Gas Processing Investment Incentive

Oil Infrastructure Investment Program (OIIP)

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On-Farm Value-Added Program

Ontario Book Publishing Tax Credit (OBPTC)

Ontario Export Services

Ontario Shortline Railway Investment Tax Credit

Ontario Together Trade Fund (OTTF)

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Opportunities New Brunswick — Mentorship

Organic Industry Development - Implementation of Strategic Initiatives

Organic Industry Development — Increasing Market Competitiveness

Other Initiatives Program (OIP)

Outaouais Tourism — PDTO 2025-2027 – Attractions, activities and facilities

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OVIN — R&D Partnership Fund – Advanced Charging and Vehicle-to-Grid (V2G) Stream

OVIN — TalentEdge Fellowship

OVIN Research and Development (R&D) Partnership Fund – Stream 1

OVIN Technology Pilot Zones

PacifiCan — Jobs and Growth Fund — Indigenous Stream

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PartÉS — Programme d’appui pour ressources techniques en économie sociale

Partners in scholarships Canada

Passport to Markets

PEC Winegrowers Association (PECWA) Bursary

PEI - Export Trade Assistance

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PEI — Business Development Program

Piano 2017

Prairie Agtech Validation Program

PrairiesCan — Economic Development Initiative

PrairiesCan — Francophone economic development in the Prairie provinces

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PrairiesCan — Regional Economic Growth through Innovation — Regional Innovation Ecosystems (RIE)

Prêt de prédémarrage

Price Pooling Program

PRIMA — INNOV-R SME

Printed Book Rebate

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Private Archives Processing Support Program

Prix Clément-Marchand Société des écrivains de la Mauricie

Product and Market Development Program — Agri-Businesses

Product and Market Development Program — Agricultural Industry Organizations

Program to Support the Positioning of Québec Alcoholic Beverages — Stream 2: Reserved Designations and Value-Added Claims

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Programme de réussite économique pour les femmes de Jordanie

Programme de soutien à la diffusion des connaissances sur le Québec

Programme parcours d'accès aux soins et au traitement (PACT)

Project Development Fund

Promotion Program – Limited Edition Stream

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Promotional travel assistance program

Quantum Leap

Quebec Alcohol Positioning Support Program — Support for maintaining sales development for artisan wine producers

Quebec City — Business Loans — Growth and Expansion

Quebec Economic Development Program - Diversify your economy

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Quebec Economic Development Program (QEDP)

Quebec Fisheries Fund

Quebec Fisheries Fund — Innovation

Quebec International — Selling and Exporting — Set your sights on the world

Quebec International — Starting a business and making it grow

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Québec Research Fund - Health Sector (FRQS)

Quebec Research Support Program

Québec’s Integrated Animal Health Program (PISAQ)

Radiostar fund

Rapid Response to Business Development Initiative (RRBDI)

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