Discover grants and funding in culture in Canada
Grants and funding in Canadian culture support the arts, heritage, and diversity, enriching the nation's cultural landscape.
In Canada, grants and funding play a crucial role in nurturing the arts, heritage, and multiculturalism, ensuring a vibrant cultural scene. These financial supports enable artists, cultural organizations, and heritage institutions to create, preserve, and showcase Canada's diverse cultural expressions and histories.
1242 opportunities available

Grant and FundingOpen
Canada Music Fund - Individual Initiatives
Canadian HeritageSupports development and promotion of Canadian music artists
Eligible Funding
- No Condition
Eligible Industries
- Information and cultural industries
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
Types of eligible projects
Commercialization

Grant and FundingOpen
MRC Portneuf — Financial Assistance Program for Heritage Restoration
MRC PortneufSupport program for heritage property restoration in Portneuf
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 20,000 $
- Up to 80% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Real estate and rental and leasing
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
Types of eligible projects

Grant and FundingOpen
SODEXPORT — Component 5: Strategic initiatives
Société de développement des entreprises culturelles (SODEC)Supports major cultural export projects with international development potential
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 100,000 $
- Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Information and cultural industries
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
Types of eligible projects
CommercializationInnovation

Loans and Capital investmentsOpen
MRC Beauce-Sartigan — Fund for tourism and cultural events (FÉTC)
MRC Beauce-SartiganTourism and cultural events fund for Beauce-Sartigan nonprofits
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 25,000 $
Eligible Industries
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
Types of eligible projects

Grant and FundingClosed
Mitis MRC — Regional and Rural Fund (RRF) - Component 1
La Mitis RCMSupports regional development in agriculture, tourism, and transportation
Eligible Funding
- No Condition
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
- Transportation and warehousing
- Educational services
- Health care and social assistance
Types of eligible projects
CommercializationEnvironment and ClimateBusiness Buyout

Grant and FundingSuspended
RCM de la Mitis — Component 3 : “Signature Innovation” Projects
La Mitis RCMSupports innovative digital projects strengthening local territorial identity
Eligible Funding
- No Condition
Eligible Industries
- Information and cultural industries
- Educational services
- Public administration
Types of eligible projects
TechnologyInnovationDigital Transformation

Grant and FundingOpen
MRC La Côte-de-Beaupré — Support Measure for Self-Employment
MRC La Côte-de-BeaupréSupport for viable and profitable self-employment business projects
Eligible Funding
- No Condition
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
- Construction
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
Types of eligible projects
Human Resources

Grant and FundingOpen
MRC La Vallée-de-l'Or — Support Program for Structuring Projects (PSPS)
MRC La Vallée-de-l'OrSupports structuring community projects improving living conditions and development
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 25,000 $
- Up to 60% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Educational services
- Health care and social assistance
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
- Other services (except public administration)
Types of eligible projects
Environment and Climate

Grant and FundingClosed
Enabling Accessibility Fund – Youth Innovation Component
Employment and Social Development Canada (ESDC)Empowering youth to improve accessibility for people with disabilities
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 12,000 $
Eligible Industries
- Educational services
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
- Accommodation and food services
- Other services (except public administration)
Types of eligible projects
TechnologyInnovation

Other SupportPartnering and CollaborationExpert AdviceClosed
eCommerce North Tech Accelerator
Elevate TalentAccelerator supporting Canadian tech startups in ecommerce innovation
Eligible Funding
- No Condition
Eligible Industries
- Retail trade
- Information and cultural industries
- Professional, scientific and technical services
Types of eligible projects
TechnologyInnovationDigital Transformation

Grant and FundingOpen
Tourism Innovation Program — Stream 1 - Call for proposals to support the development of innovative solutions
MT LabTourism Innovation Program fosters solutions in Quebec industry
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 150,000 $
Eligible Industries
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
- Accommodation and food services
Types of eligible projects
Environment and ClimateInnovationDigital Transformation

Grant and FundingOpen
MRC des Chenaux — Economic Diversification Fund (FDÉ)
MRC des ChenauxEconomic diversification fund for SMEs in MRC des Chenaux
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 15,000 $
- Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Manufacturing
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
- Other services (except public administration)
- Public administration
Types of eligible projects
CommercializationTechnologyInnovation

Grant and FundingOpen
MRC Pontiac — FRR Stream 3
MRC PontiacSupports innovative signature projects for MRC territorial development
Eligible Funding
- No Condition
Eligible Industries
- Information and cultural industries
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
Types of eligible projects
Innovation

Grant and FundingClosed
Regional partnership and digital transformation agreement for tourism 2022-2025 – Festivals and events
Tourisme Saguenay–Lac-Saint-JeanSupports sustainable tourism festival and event development
Eligible Funding
- From $60,000 to $15,000
Eligible Industries
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
- Accommodation and food services
Types of eligible projects
Digital Transformation

Grant and FundingClosed
OAC — Visual Artists Creation Projects
Ontario Arts Council (OAC)Supports Ontario visual artists in creating new work
Eligible Funding
- From $5,000 to $15,000
Eligible Industries
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
Types of eligible projects

Grant and FundingClosed
Regional partnership and digital transformation agreement for tourism 2022-2025 – Structuring the tourism offer
Tourisme Saguenay–Lac-Saint-JeanDigital transformation grant for tourism businesses in Québec
Eligible Funding
- From $30,000 to $50,000
- Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
- Accommodation and food services
Types of eligible projects
Environment and ClimateDigital Transformation

Loans and Capital investmentsOpen
MRC Matawinie — Local investment fund
MRC de MatawinieInvestment support for business development in Matawinie
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 150,000 $
- Up to 15% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
- Manufacturing
- Information and cultural industries
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
Types of eligible projects
Construction and Renovation Business Buyout

Grant and FundingClosed
Estrie — FRR – Component 1
Table of MRCs in the Estrie regionSupports regional projects for environment, tourism, and community vitality
Eligible Funding
- Minimum amount : 100,000 $
- Up to 80% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Educational services
- Health care and social assistance
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
- Other services (except public administration)
Types of eligible projects
Environment and ClimateInnovation

Grant and FundingOpen
MRC La Jacques-Cartier — Social economy enterprise development fund
MRC La Jacques-CartierFinancial support for social economy organizations in La Jacques-Cartier
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 15,000 $
- Up to 80% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Information and cultural industries
- Educational services
- Health care and social assistance
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
Types of eligible projects

Grant and FundingOpen
MRC Maskinongé — RRF-stream 3 Signature innovation
MRC de MaskinongéInnovation projects for nature accessibility in Maskinongé
Eligible Funding
- No Condition
Eligible Industries
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
Types of eligible projects
Innovation

Other SupportOpen
Temporary Foreign Worker Program (TFW) — Positions in QC
Employment and Social Development Canada (ESDC)Skilled foreign workers for Quebec companies
Eligible Funding
- No Condition
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
- Construction
- Manufacturing
- Retail trade
Types of eligible projects
Human Resources

Grant and FundingClosed
Community Economic Development (CED)
City of OttawaSupports non-profit economic initiatives fostering job and business creation
Eligible Funding
- From $5,000 to $50,000
Eligible Industries
- Educational services
- Health care and social assistance
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
- Other services (except public administration)
Types of eligible projects
Human Resources

Grant and FundingClosed
OAC — Deaf and Disability Arts Projects
Ontario Arts Council (OAC)Supports Ontario Deaf and disabled artists' creative and professional projects
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 10,000 $
Eligible Industries
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
Types of eligible projects
Innovation

Grant and FundingOpen
Artists in Communities program
City of VancouverSupports artist residencies to foster community engagement through art
Eligible Funding
- No Condition
Eligible Industries
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
Types of eligible projects

Grant and FundingClosed
Financial assistance program for businesses in physical activities (PAFEMAP)
Ministry of Education of QuebecFinancial support for workplace physical activity initiatives
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 200,000 $
- Up to 80% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Educational services
- Health care and social assistance
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
Types of eligible projects
Human Resources
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Grant and FundingClosed
MRC Maskinongé — Social Economy Fund (ES)
MRC de MaskinongéSocial Economy Fund supports community-focused entrepreneurial projects
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 15,000 $
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
- Manufacturing
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
- Other services (except public administration)
Types of eligible projects
CommercializationBusiness BuyoutInnovationDigital Transformation

Grant and FundingSuspended
RCM de la Mitis — Component 4 : Support for revitalization and intermunicipal cooperation
La Mitis RCMFunding for municipal revitalization and intermunicipal cooperation projects
Eligible Funding
- No Condition
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
- Transportation and warehousing
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
Types of eligible projects
Environment and ClimateInnovationDigital Transformation

Grant and FundingClosed
MRC Les Etchemins — Call for projects: Signature innovation
MRC des EtcheminsEnhancing Les Etchemins' natural heritage through tourism development
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 200,000 $
- Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
- Accommodation and food services
Types of eligible projects
CommercializationEnvironment and Climate

Grant and FundingOpen
PME MTL — Digital Circuit Program
PME MTLSupport in digital transformation for Montreal SMEs
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 9,000 $
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
- Manufacturing
- Information and cultural industries
- Other services (except public administration)
Types of eligible projects

Grant and FundingOpen
Musicaction — International Event
MusicactionProgram supports Canadian artists' international career development
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 60,000 $
- Up to 75% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
Types of eligible projects
Commercialization

Grant and FundingExpert AdviceLoans and Capital investmentsOpen
RCM de la Vallée-Du-Richelieu — Futurpreneur Canada
RCM Vallée-Du-RichelieuFunding, mentorship, and support for young business founders
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 60,000 $
- Up to 20% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
- Other services (except public administration)
- Public administration
Types of eligible projects
CommercializationTechnologyBusiness BuyoutInnovationDigital Transformation

Partnering and CollaborationGrant and FundingExpert AdviceClosed
Game Changer Pitch Competition
Decentralised Energy Canada (DEC)Pitch competition for innovative decentralised energy technology companies
Eligible Funding
- No Condition
Eligible Industries
- Utilities
- Information and cultural industries
- Professional, scientific and technical services
Types of eligible projects
Artificial Intelligence (AI)TechnologyEnvironment and ClimateInnovation

Grant and FundingOpening Soon
RCM Vallée-Du-Richelieu — Programme Innovation (PI)
RCM Vallée-Du-RichelieuSupports digital transformation projects for local businesses and organizations
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 10,000 $
- Up to 20% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Manufacturing
- Information and cultural industries
- Professional, scientific and technical services
- Other services (except public administration)
Types of eligible projects
TechnologyInnovationDigital Transformation

Grant and FundingExpert AdviceLoans and Capital investmentsOpening Soon
RCM Vallée-Du-Richelieu — Fonds de soutien à l'entrepreneuriat
RCM Vallée-Du-RichelieuFinancial support for business development in Vallée-du-Richelieu
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 5,000 $
- Up to 20% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
- Manufacturing
- Retail trade
- Information and cultural industries
Types of eligible projects
CommercializationTechnologyBusiness BuyoutInnovationDigital Transformation

Grant and FundingOpen
Laval — Regional and Rural Fund (FRR) – Stream 2
City of LavalEnhances Laval's community life through strategic local projects
Eligible Funding
- Up to 85% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Educational services
- Health care and social assistance
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
Types of eligible projects
CommercializationEnvironment and ClimateHuman Resources

Loans and Capital investmentsOpen
MRC La Côte-de-Beaupré — Local Investment Fund (FLI) – Local Solidarity Fund (FLS)
MRC La Côte-de-BeaupréLocal funds support startups and expanding businesses with loans
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 150,000 $
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
- Construction
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
Types of eligible projects
CommercializationConstruction and Renovation

Grant and FundingOpen
Elevate Women+
Elevate TalentSupports women and gender-diverse founders in Canadian tech entrepreneurship
Eligible Funding
- No Condition
Eligible Industries
- Information and cultural industries
- Professional, scientific and technical services
Types of eligible projects
TechnologyInnovation

Grant and FundingExpert AdviceOpen
MRC Beaharnois-Salaberry — Policy to support structuring projects
MRC Beauharnois-SalaberrySupports innovative projects to enhance local quality of life
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 100,000 $
- Up to 70% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Information and cultural industries
- Educational services
- Health care and social assistance
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
Types of eligible projects
Environment and ClimateInnovation

Tax CreditsClosed
Laval Économique — Tax credit – Urban Expansion
Laval EconomiqueProperty tax credit for non-residential construction or renovations
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 1,600,000 $
- Up to 100% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Manufacturing
- Administrative and support, waste management and remediation services
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
Types of eligible projects
Environment and Climate

Grant and FundingOpen
Ville de La Tuque — RRF stream 2 - Support for local and regional development skills
Ville de La TuqueLocal and regional development support through MRC priorities
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 25,000 $
- Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
- Manufacturing
- Retail trade
- Professional, scientific and technical services
Types of eligible projects
Environment and ClimateBusiness Buyout

Grant and FundingClosed
SODEC — Support for cultural events
Société de développement des entreprises culturelles (SODEC)Support for showcasing and promoting Quebec cultural events
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 400,000 $
Eligible Industries
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
Types of eligible projects
CommercializationEnvironment and Climate

Expert AdviceLoans and Capital investmentsOpen
MRC Témiscamingue — Local Investment Fund Loan
MRC TémiscaminguePersonalized business support and flexible financial assistance
Eligible Funding
- From $5,000 to $150,000
Eligible Industries
- Health care and social assistance
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
- Accommodation and food services
Types of eligible projects
Business Buyout

Tax CreditsOpen
Ontario Production Services Tax Credit (OPSTC)
Government of OntarioTax credit for film and television production in Ontario
Eligible Funding
- Minimum amount : 1,000,000 $
- Up to 21.5% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Information and cultural industries
Types of eligible projects
Digital Transformation

Grant and FundingOpen
PrairiesCan — Regional Economic Growth through Innovation — Business Scale-Up and Productivity
Prairies Economic Development Canada (PrairiesCan)Financing to accelerate growth in the Prairies
Eligible Funding
- From $200,000 to $5,000,000
- Up to 50% 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
Commercialization

Other SupportPartnering and CollaborationLoans and Capital investmentsOpen
Ventures at Coralus
CoralusFunding and support for women and non-binary entrepreneurs
Eligible Funding
- Up to 45% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Manufacturing
- Health care and social assistance
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
- Other services (except public administration)
Types of eligible projects
Environment and ClimateInnovation

Grant and FundingOpen
Regional partnership and digital transformation agreement for tourism 2022-2025 – Hosting
Tourisme Saguenay–Lac-Saint-JeanDigital Transformation Tourism Partnership Program for Sustainable Growth
Eligible Funding
- From $30,000 to $75,000
- Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
- Accommodation and food services
Types of eligible projects
Construction and Renovation Digital Transformation

Grant and FundingClosed
MRC Collines-de-l'Outaouais — FRR Stream 2
MRC des Collines-de-l'OutaouaisSupport for local and regional development projects
Eligible Funding
- Up to 80% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
Types of eligible projects
Environment and ClimateHuman Resources

Grant and FundingArchived
Défi-Québec, Sustainable City
Quebec CitySupport eco-friendly projects in Québec businesses
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 50,000 $
Eligible Industries
- Manufacturing
- Transportation and warehousing
- Finance and insurance
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
Types of eligible projects
TechnologyConstruction and Renovation Innovation

Grant and FundingOpen
Social economy enterprises — Support for structuring projects
Quebec CityFinancial support for innovative socioeconomic development projects in Quebec
Eligible Funding
- Up to 80% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Educational services
- Health care and social assistance
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
- Other services (except public administration)
Types of eligible projects
Environment and ClimateHuman ResourcesInnovation

Partnering and CollaborationGrant and FundingLoans and Capital investmentsOpen
MRC La Matanie — Grant and Sponsorship Program
MRC La MatanieDEM offers financial support for sustainable business development
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 250,000 $
Eligible Industries
- Retail trade
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
- Accommodation and food services
- Other services (except public administration)
Types of eligible projects
CommercializationBusiness BuyoutInnovation
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Loans and Capital investmentsOpen
MRC de Thérèse de Blainville — FLI/FLS
MRC Thérèse de BlainvilleFinancial support for business development in Thérèse-De Blainville
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 150,000 $
- 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
Construction and Renovation Business Buyout

Grant and FundingClosed
Laurentides Tourism — Regional Partnership and Digital Transformation Agreement in Tourism (EPRTNT) – Attractions, activities, and amenities
Laurentides TourismSupports sustainable tourism development projects in the Laurentians region
Eligible Funding
- From $30,000 to $95,000
- Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
- Accommodation and food services
Types of eligible projects
Environment and ClimateInnovationDigital Transformation

Grant and FundingOpen
Indigenous Languages Program - Indigenous Languages Component - Inuit Language Funding Model
Canadian HeritageSupports Inuit organizations advancing Indigenous language priorities
Eligible Funding
- No Condition
Eligible Industries
- Information and cultural industries
- Educational services
Types of eligible projects

Grant and FundingOpen
Évolution-Compétences — Call for projects Parcours Exploration
Commission des partenaires du marché du travail (CPMT)Supports innovative workforce skills development and training pathways
Eligible Funding
- Up to 100% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Construction
- Manufacturing
- Information and cultural industries
- Professional, scientific and technical services
Types of eligible projects
Human ResourcesInnovation

Loans and Capital investmentsClosed
MRC des Chenaux — Local Investment Fund (FLI) and Solidarity Fund (FLS)
MRC des ChenauxInvestment policy for supporting Quebec's economic development
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 150,000 $
- Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Manufacturing
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
Types of eligible projects
CommercializationConstruction and Renovation Business BuyoutDigital Transformation

Grant and FundingClosed
MRC La Vallée-de-l’Or — Support Program for Events and Festivals
MRC La Vallée-de-l'OrSupport program for festivals and events in La Vallée-de-l’Or
Eligible Funding
- From $500 to $5,000
- Up to 70% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
Types of eligible projects

Grant and FundingOpen
Northern Ontario Development Program — Community Economic Development
Federal Economic Development Agency for Northern Ontario (FedNor)Funding for Northern Ontario community economic development
Eligible Funding
- Up to 33% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
- Mining, quarrying, and oil and gas extraction
- Utilities
- Manufacturing
Types of eligible projects
Innovation

Loans and Capital investmentsOpen
PME MTL — Innovation Investment Fund — Loans
PME MTLLoans for projects by Montreal-based businesses
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 150,000 $
- Up to 80% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Manufacturing
- Information and cultural industries
- Professional, scientific and technical services
Types of eligible projects
CommercializationInnovation

Grant and FundingOpen
MRC Caniapiscau — FDE
MRC de CaniapiscauCaniapiscau supports entrepreneurial and social economic development
Eligible Funding
- Up to 50% 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
Innovation

Tax CreditsOpen
Tax credits for production of multimedia titles
Investissement Québec (IQ)Tax credit for the production of multimedia titles in Quebec
Eligible Funding
- Up to 37% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Information and cultural industries
Types of eligible projects
Technology

Loans and Capital investmentsOpen
Développement Vaudreuil-Soulanges — FSAET
Développement Vaudreuil-SoulangesTourism project loan with potential to convert to funding
Eligible Funding
- From $10,000 to $250,000
- Up to 15% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
- Accommodation and food services
Types of eligible projects

Grant and FundingOpen
MRC La Côte-de-Beaupré — Social Economy Business Development Fund (FDEES)
MRC La Côte-de-BeaupréSupports social economy businesses in MRC de La Côte-de-Beaupré
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 10,000 $
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
- Other services (except public administration)
- Public administration
Types of eligible projects

Grant and FundingOpen
Financial assistance for tourism festivals and events — Stream 4
Gouvernement du QuébecFinancial assistance for Québec festivals and events program
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 1,000,000 $
- Up to 25% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
Types of eligible projects
Environment and Climate

Grant and FundingOpen
SODEXPORT — Component 3: Collective presence at markets and fairs, and other export activities
Société de développement des entreprises culturelles (SODEC)Supports collective participation of Quebec cultural businesses at international events
Eligible Funding
- No Condition
Eligible Industries
- Information and cultural industries
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
Types of eligible projects
Commercialization

Grant and FundingClosed
Musicaction — Skills development
MusicactionSupports skill development for Canadian music artists and entrepreneurs
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 75,000 $
- Up to 75% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
Types of eligible projects
Human Resources

Grant and FundingOpen
Strategic Science Fund (SSF)
Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada (ISED)Mobilizes research to enhance Canada's scientific excellence
Eligible Funding
- Up to 15% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Information and cultural industries
- Professional, scientific and technical services
- Educational services
- Health care and social assistance
Types of eligible projects
CommercializationTechnologyHuman ResourcesInnovation

Grant and FundingOpen
Musicaction — National marketing – Stream 1 - Promotion
MusicactionSupports national promotion and image production for Canadian music recordings
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 50,000 $
- Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
Types of eligible projects
Commercialization

Partnering and CollaborationGrant and FundingOpen
Tourism Innovation Program — Stream 3 - Networking with regional innovation organisations
MT LabQuebec's tourism innovation program enhances industry productivity and sustainability
Eligible Funding
- No Condition
Eligible Industries
- Information and cultural industries
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
- Accommodation and food services
Types of eligible projects
Environment and ClimateHuman ResourcesInnovationDigital Transformation

Grant and FundingClosed
SODEC — Support for innovative initiatives
Société de développement des entreprises culturelles (SODEC)Support for Quebec cultural innovation projects
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 500,000 $
- Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Information and cultural industries
Types of eligible projects
CommercializationTechnologyInnovationDigital Transformation

Loans and Capital investmentsOpen
MRC Coaticook — Local Fund FLI/FLS
MRC de CoaticookSupports economic development for enterprises in Coaticook region
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 100,000 $
- Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Manufacturing
- Information and cultural industries
- Professional, scientific and technical services
- Health care and social assistance
Types of eligible projects
CommercializationConstruction and Renovation Business BuyoutDigital Transformation

Grant and FundingExpert AdviceOpen
MRC Joliette — Business Assistance Fund (FAE) – Stream 3
MRC de Joliette (CDÉJ)Financial support for innovation, export, succession, and professional services
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 3,000 $
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
- Manufacturing
- Professional, scientific and technical services
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
Types of eligible projects
CommercializationBusiness BuyoutInnovation

Grant and FundingOpen
Musicaction — National marketing – Stream 2 - Stage activities
MusicactionSupport for national sound recording marketing through performances
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 25,000 $
- Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
Types of eligible projects
Commercialization

Grant and FundingClosed
MRC Portneuf — Capitale-Nationale Region Fund (FRCN)
MRC PortneufPortneuf's investment fund supports regional economic development
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 100,000 $
- Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
- Manufacturing
- Information and cultural industries
- Administrative and support, waste management and remediation services
Types of eligible projects
CommercializationTechnologyConstruction and Renovation InnovationDigital Transformation

Grant and FundingClosed
Media Artists Program : Creation
Toronto Arts Council (TAO)Supports professional media artists creating or completing new works
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 15,000 $
Eligible Industries
- Information and cultural industries
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
Types of eligible projects

Partnering and CollaborationGrant and FundingClosed
Call for artists - creating artworks with residents of Villeray
City of Montreal (MTL)Collaborative art workshops engaging Villeray’s green alley residents
Eligible Funding
- No Condition
Eligible Industries
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
Types of eligible projects
Environment and Climate
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Grant and FundingClosed
Cultural Development Fund
RCM Vallée-Du-RichelieuFinancial support for community-led cultural projects in La Vallée-du-Richelieu
Eligible Funding
- No Condition
Eligible Industries
- Information and cultural industries
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
Types of eligible projects

Grant and FundingOpen
Saguenay Promotion — FRR – Business Support
Promotion SaguenaySupports business startup, acquisition, expansion, and succession projects
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 20,000 $
- Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
- Mining, quarrying, and oil and gas extraction
- Utilities
- Construction
Types of eligible projects
CommercializationTechnologyHuman ResourcesBusiness BuyoutInnovation

Grant and FundingClosed
MRC Kamouraska — Support Program for Innovative Projects for Cultural Development and Community Animation
MRC KamouraskaInnovative cultural development and community animation grant program
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 4,000 $
Eligible Industries
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
Types of eligible projects
Innovation

Loans and Capital investmentsOpen
SDE Thetford — Local Investment Fund (LIF)
Thetford Region Economic Development CorporationBusiness loans for startups, growth, and productivity in Thetford
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 300,000 $
- Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
- Mining, quarrying, and oil and gas extraction
- Utilities
- Construction
Types of eligible projects
Business BuyoutDigital Transformation

Grant and FundingOpen
MRC Charlevoix-Est — Intercultural Projects
MRC Charlevoix-EstIntercultural projects funding initiative in Charlevoix-Est MRC
Eligible Funding
- No Condition
Eligible Industries
- Information and cultural industries
- Educational services
- Health care and social assistance
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
Types of eligible projects
Human Resources

Grant and FundingClosed
MRC Charlevoix-Est — Signature Innovation Fund
MRC Charlevoix-EstInnovation funding for sustainable tourism in Charlevoix-Est
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 150,000 $
- Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Transportation and warehousing
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
- Accommodation and food services
- Other services (except public administration)
Types of eligible projects
Environment and ClimateConstruction and Renovation Innovation

Grant and FundingClosed
SODEC — Assistance for businesses in the arts and crafts sector — Stream 1
Société de développement des entreprises culturelles (SODEC)Supports Quebec companies in the arts and crafts sector to improve production and marketing.
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 35,000 $
- Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
Types of eligible projects
CommercializationDigital Transformation

Grant and FundingExpert AdviceLoans and Capital investmentsOpen
MRC Sept-Rivières — Support for entrepreneurship (SE)
MRC de Sept-RivièresFinancial support for local entrepreneurs and social economy projects
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 150,000 $
- Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
- Manufacturing
- Information and cultural industries
- Accommodation and food services
Types of eligible projects
Artificial Intelligence (AI)TechnologyEnvironment and ClimateBusiness BuyoutInnovationDigital Transformation

Grant and FundingClosed
MRC Collines-de-l'Outaouais — Festivals and Events Support Fund (FSÉF) – Component 1
MRC des Collines-de-l'OutaouaisSupport fund for events and festivals in Outaouais
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 5,000 $
- Up to 20% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
Types of eligible projects

Grant and FundingClosed
Tourism Industry Recovery Assistance Program (TIRAP)
Gouvernement du QuébecSupport for revitalizing Quebec's tourism industry
Eligible Funding
- From $500,000 to $5,000,000
- Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
- Accommodation and food services
Types of eligible projects
Construction and Renovation

Grant and FundingClosed
Fund to stimulate international business tourism – Stream 1 - Produce a bid book or business plan
Gouvernement du QuébecFSTAI stimulates international business tourism in Quebec
Eligible Funding
- From $5,000 to $200,000
- Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
Types of eligible projects
Commercialization

Grant and FundingExpert AdviceClosed
MRC de Rivière-du-Loup — FRR – Stream 2: Support for structuring projects to improve living environments
MRC Rivière-du-LoupSupports projects enhancing community life in Rivière-du-Loup
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 20,000 $
- Up to 40% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Educational services
- Health care and social assistance
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
- Other services (except public administration)
Types of eligible projects
TechnologyEnvironment and ClimateHuman ResourcesInnovation

Grant and FundingOpen
MRC Pontiac — FRR Stream 1
MRC PontiacSupport for regional development and territorial vitality in Quebec
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 1,000,000 $
- Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Educational services
- Health care and social assistance
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
- Accommodation and food services
Types of eligible projects
Construction and Renovation

Grant and FundingClosed
SODEC — Assistance for businesses in the arts and crafts sector — Stream 2
Société de développement des entreprises culturelles (SODEC)Financial support for young Quebec artisan businesses for their development
Eligible Funding
- From $5,000 to $10,000
- Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
Types of eligible projects
Commercialization

Grant and FundingClosed
Black Arts Projects
Toronto Arts Council (TAO)Supports development and presentation of arts projects by Black creatives
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 20,000 $
- Up to 100% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
Types of eligible projects

Grant and FundingSuspended
Open Innovation Subsidy Program for start-up companies
City of Montreal (MTL)Supports Montréal start-ups testing innovative solutions with partner organizations
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 50,000 $
- Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Transportation and warehousing
- Information and cultural industries
- Health care and social assistance
- Accommodation and food services
Types of eligible projects
CommercializationInnovation

Grant and FundingClosed
MRC de Mékinac — FRR Stream 4
MRC de MékinacMRC de Mékinac's Fund supports regional vitalization initiatives
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 100,000 $
- Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Retail trade
- Educational services
- Health care and social assistance
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
Types of eligible projects
Environment and Climate

Loans and Capital investmentsOpen
City of Lévis — Desjardins Business Fund (FDE)
Ville de LévisEconomic development support for Lévis businesses and entrepreneurs
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 100,000 $
Eligible Industries
- Manufacturing
- Retail trade
- Information and cultural industries
- Accommodation and food services
Types of eligible projects
TechnologyEnvironment and ClimateInnovation

Grant and FundingOpen
MRC de D’Autray — Business Development Program
MRC de D'AutrayEconomic development support for businesses in MRC de D’Autray
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 15,000 $
- Up to 10% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
- Manufacturing
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
- Accommodation and food services
Types of eligible projects
Business Buyout

Grant and FundingClosed
Digital Museums Canada — Digital Projects
Digital Museums Canada (DMC)Funding for Canadian museums to develop accessible digital storytelling projects
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 250,000 $
Eligible Industries
- Information and cultural industries
- Educational services
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
Types of eligible projects
Digital Transformation

Grant and FundingClosed
MRC L'Islet — Support fund for creative caravans
MRC de L'IsletMobile cultural initiatives funding in MRC de L'Islet
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 100,000 $
- Up to 75% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
Types of eligible projects
Construction and Renovation Innovation

Grant and FundingOpen
Creating, Knowing and Sharing — Short-Term Projects
Canada Council for the Arts (CCA)Funding for short-term Indigenous artistic projects
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 100,000 $
Eligible Industries
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
Types of eligible projects

Grant and FundingClosed
Musicaction — Title production and promotion
MusicactionProgram funds production of Francophone and Indigenous sound recordings
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 25,000 $
- Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
Types of eligible projects
Commercialization

Grant and FundingOpen
MRC Portneuf — Young Leaders Fund of the Portneuf Region
MRC PortneufFinancial support for youth-led local community projects
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 500 $
- Up to 80% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Educational services
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
- Other services (except public administration)
- Public administration
Types of eligible projects
Environment and Climate

Grant and FundingClosed
Grants for women entrepreneurs
J. Armand Bombardier FoundationExcellence Grants for Québec Entrepreneurial Women in Key Sectors
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 10,000 $
Eligible Industries
- Manufacturing
- Information and cultural industries
- Health care and social assistance
Types of eligible projects
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