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 FundingClosed
Made in Saskatchewan Technology Program (MIST)
Government of SaskatchewanContract opportunities for SK technology companies
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 30,000 $
- Up to 80% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Information and cultural industries
- Professional, scientific and technical services
Types of eligible projects
CommercializationTechnologyInnovation

Expert AdviceOpen
Newcomer Entrepreneur Accelerator Program
LatAm StartupsSupport for technology companies led by newcomer entrepreneurs
Eligible Funding
- No Condition
Eligible Industries
- Information and cultural industries
- Professional, scientific and technical services
Types of eligible projects

Grant and FundingClosed
ISO/Netflix Indigenous Production Apprenticeships and Cultural Mentorships Grant
Indigenous Screen Office (ISO)Supports Indigenous screen training and cultural mentorship
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 30,000 $
Eligible Industries
- Information and cultural industries
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
Types of eligible projects
Human Resources

Grant and FundingClosed
EPRTNT — Structuring the tourism offer
Tourisme Cantons-de-l'EstDigital Transformation Tourism Grant for Quebecans 2022-2025
Eligible Funding
- From $30,000 to $100,000
- 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
Environment and ClimateDigital Transformation

Loans and Capital investmentsOpen
Kakivak Association — Makigiaqvik Loans
Kakivak AssociationLoans for Inuit business in Nunavut’s Qikiqtani Region
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 25,000 $
- Up to 8% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Retail trade
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
- Accommodation and food services
- Other services (except public administration)
Types of eligible projects
CommercializationBusiness Buyout

Grant and FundingOpen
Creating, Knowing and Sharing — Indigenous Organizations
Canada Council for the Arts (CCA)Financial support for Indigenous creative initiatives
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 100,000 $
- Up to 60% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
Types of eligible projects

Grant and FundingOpen
Charitable Gaming Grants
Saskatchewan Liquor and Gaming AuthoritySupports licensed charitable gaming fundraising activities
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 100,000 $
- Up to 25% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
Types of eligible projects

Grant and FundingArchived
Social economy support program (PSES) – Stream 2
Social Economy Cluster — Central QuebecSupports development of strategic sectors in Quebec’s social economy
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 500,000 $
- Up to 70% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Construction
- Manufacturing
- Retail trade
- Transportation and warehousing
Types of eligible projects
Environment and ClimateHuman ResourcesInnovation

Grant and FundingClosed
Ontario Creates Business Intelligence Program
Ontario CreatesOntario Creates supports cultural media industry business intelligence initiatives
Eligible Funding
- Minimum amount : 30,000 $
- Up to 75% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Information and cultural industries
Types of eligible projects
Innovation

Grant and FundingClosed
AFA — Theatre Individual Project Funding
Alberta Foundation for the Arts (AFA)Funding for Alberta artists in theatre/performance project development
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 18,000 $
Eligible Industries
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
Types of eligible projects

Grant and FundingClosed
AFA — Literary Individual Project Funding
Alberta Foundation for the Arts (AFA)Supports Alberta writers and artists developing literary projects
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 18,000 $
Eligible Industries
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
Types of eligible projects

Grant and FundingOpen
Vancouver Sport Hosting Grants
City of VancouverSupports not-for-profit sporting events benefiting Vancouver communities
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 10,000 $
- Up to 30% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
Types of eligible projects

Researchers And FacilitiesExpert AdviceOpen
NRC — Manufacturing and Automotive Innovation Hub
National Research Council Canada (NRC)Automotive manufacturing innovation space in London
Eligible Funding
- No Condition
Eligible Industries
- Manufacturing
- Transportation and warehousing
- Information and cultural industries
- Professional, scientific and technical services
Types of eligible projects
Innovation

Grant and FundingOpen
AFA — Public Art Galleries Operating Funding
Alberta Foundation for the Arts (AFA)Three-year funding for Alberta public visual arts exhibitions
Eligible Funding
- Up to 22% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
Types of eligible projects

Grant and FundingWage Subsidies And InternsClosed
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

Expert AdviceOpen
Market Validation Training Program
Government of British ColumbiaEarly-stage business validation training in British Columbia
Eligible Funding
- No Condition
Eligible Industries
- Information and cultural industries
Types of eligible projects
Innovation

Grant and FundingClosed
CMF — Program for Racialized Communities (PRC)
Canada Media Fund (CMF)Support for racialized community-owned audiovisual productions
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 750,000 $
- Up to 60% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Information and cultural industries
Types of eligible projects

Grant and FundingOpen
QEPD — Hurricane Fiona Recovery Fund - CED (QC)
Canada Economic Development for Quebec Regions (CED)Funding to address impacts of Hurricane Fiona
Eligible Funding
- No Condition
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
- Other services (except public administration)
Types of eligible projects
Environment and ClimateConstruction and Renovation

Grant and FundingClosed
Promotion Program – Industry Initiatives Stream
Telefilm CanadaFunding for promoting Canadian content and talent initiatives
Eligible Funding
- No Condition
Eligible Industries
- Information and cultural industries
Types of eligible projects
Innovation

Grant and FundingClosed
AQT - Young Enterprise Awards
Association québecoise des technologiesThe AQT Young Enterprise Grants merge experience with youthful innovation to drive growth for Quebec's tech sector.
Eligible Funding
- No Condition
Eligible Industries
- Information and cultural industries
Types of eligible projects
Technology

Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 10,000 $
Eligible Industries
- Retail trade
- Professional, scientific and technical services
- Health care and social assistance
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
Types of eligible projects
Business Buyout

Grant and FundingClosed
Off-Road Vehicle Financial Assistance Program - Wildlife and Habitat Protection Stream
Quebec Wildlife FoundationSupports projects mitigating off-road vehicle impact on wildlife habitats
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 500,000 $
- Up to 75% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
- Transportation and warehousing
- Educational services
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
Types of eligible projects
Environment and Climate

Tax CreditsOpen
Manitoba — Interactive Digital Media Tax Credit
Government of ManitobaManitoba tax credit for digital media production
Eligible Funding
- Up to 40% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Information and cultural industries
Types of eligible projects
CommercializationTechnologyHuman ResourcesInnovationDigital Transformation

Tax CreditsOpen
Ontario Computer Animation and Special Effects Tax Credit (OCASE)
Government of OntarioTax credit for animation and special effects work in Ontario
Eligible Funding
- Minimum amount : 25,000 $
- Up to 18% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
Types of eligible projects
Digital Transformation

Grant and FundingArchived
OAC — Public Art Galleries: Operating
Ontario Arts Council (OAC)Supports operating costs of Ontario public art galleries
Eligible Funding
- No Condition
Eligible Industries
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
Types of eligible projects
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Tax CreditsOpen
Manitoba Film and Video Production Tax Credit
Government of ManitobaManitoba film and video production tax credit
Eligible Funding
- Up to 65% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Information and cultural industries
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
Types of eligible projects

Grant and FundingClosed
Heritage grants - Heritage Incentive Program
City of VancouverSupports conservation and seismic upgrades of designated heritage buildings
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 4,000,000 $
- Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Real estate and rental and leasing
- Educational services
- Health care and social assistance
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
Types of eligible projects
Environment and Climate

Grant and FundingClosed
Durham Region Para Sport and Recreation Funds
Durham Community FoundationSupports parasport programs, equipment, infrastructure, and events
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 3,000 $
Eligible Industries
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
Types of eligible projects

Grant and FundingOpen
Arts Across Canada — Circulation and Touring
Canada Council for the Arts (CCA)Supports touring and exhibitions connecting Canadian artists with wider audiences
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 200,000 $
- Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Information and cultural industries
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
Types of eligible projects
Commercialization

Tax CreditsOpen
Show production tax credit
Société de développement des entreprises culturelles (SODEC)Supports Quebec show producers with refundable tax assistance
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 1,250,000 $
- Up to 35% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
Types of eligible projects
CommercializationArtificial Intelligence (AI)TechnologyEnvironment and ClimateHuman ResourcesBusiness BuyoutInnovationDigital Transformation

Loans and Capital investmentsOpen
BDC Capital — Venture Capital
Business Development Bank of Canada (BDC)Venture Capital financing for Canadian entrepreneurs
Eligible Funding
- No Condition
Eligible Industries
- Manufacturing
- Information and cultural industries
- Professional, scientific and technical services
- Health care and social assistance
Types of eligible projects
TechnologyInnovation

Loans and Capital investmentsClosed
Nunavut Business Credit Corporation
Government of NunavutFinancial and business support for businesses in Nunavut
Eligible Funding
- From $150,000 to $2,000,000
Eligible Industries
- Information and cultural industries
Types of eligible projects

Expert AdviceOpen
Quebec International — Set up or expand a business
Québec InternationalSupport to start or grow a business in Quebec City
Eligible Funding
- No Condition
Eligible Industries
- Manufacturing
- Information and cultural industries
- Finance and insurance
- Health care and social assistance
Types of eligible projects
Artificial Intelligence (AI)TechnologyHuman ResourcesBusiness BuyoutInnovationDigital Transformation

Partnering and CollaborationGrant and FundingClosed
Eurogia Cluster's 29th Call for proposals – Clean Technologies
National Research Council Canada (NRC)Supports collaborative international R&D in clean technology innovation
Eligible Funding
- No Condition
Eligible Industries
- Utilities
- Construction
- Manufacturing
- Information and cultural industries
Types of eligible projects
Artificial Intelligence (AI)TechnologyEnvironment and ClimateInnovation

Grant and FundingClosed
Disaster Financial Assistance Program — Non-profits
Government of Nova ScotiaFunding for Nova Scotia wildfire damage to non-profits
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 200,000 $
Eligible Industries
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
Types of eligible projects
Environment and Climate

Grant and FundingClosed
CMF — Distributor Program
Canada Media Fund (CMF)CMF Distributor Program enhances Canadian content distribution opportunities
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 500,000 $
- Up to 49% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Information and cultural industries
Types of eligible projects
Innovation

Grant and FundingClosed
Economic Diversification Fund (FDE) for the MRC des Sources territory
Ministère de l'économie, de l'innovation et de l'énergie du Québec (MEIE)Supports economic diversification and business development in MRC des Sources
Eligible Funding
- No Condition
Eligible Industries
- Construction
- Manufacturing
- Wholesale trade
- Retail trade
Types of eligible projects
Human ResourcesInnovation

Other SupportExpert AdviceOpen
Sector Council Program
Government of ManitobaFunding for workforce training in Manitoba
Eligible Funding
- No Condition
Eligible Industries
- Construction
- Manufacturing
- Retail trade
- Transportation and warehousing
Types of eligible projects
Human Resources

Grant and FundingOpen
Ontario Creates Industry Development Program
Government of OntarioSupports Ontario creative industry organizations with strategic development initiatives
Eligible Funding
- From $5,000 to $35,000
- Up to 75% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Information and cultural industries
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
Types of eligible projects
Environment and Climate

Grant and FundingSuspended
French Language Services Program
Government of NunavutSupports initiatives promoting and protecting Nunavut's Francophone community
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 50,000 $
Eligible Industries
- Information and cultural industries
- Educational services
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
- Other services (except public administration)
Types of eligible projects

Grant and FundingOpen
AFA — Film and Video Individual Project Funding
Alberta Foundation for the Arts (AFA)Funding up to $18,000 for Alberta independent film projects
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 18,000 $
- Up to 75% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
Types of eligible projects

Grant and FundingClosed
Saskatchewan Arts Board Grants
Government of SaskatchewanGrants for arts sector projects in Saskatchewan
Eligible Funding
- No Condition
Eligible Industries
- Information and cultural industries
- Educational services
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
Types of eligible projects
Environment and ClimateInnovation

Grant and FundingClosed
Brant Community Foundation - City of Brantford Community Grant Program
BCFSupports community wellbeing projects aligned with local priorities
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 15,000 $
Eligible Industries
- Health care and social assistance
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
- Public administration
Types of eligible projects
Environment and ClimateConstruction and Renovation

Grant and FundingClosed
Tremplin Grant – Indigenous Arts
Conseil des arts de MontréalMicrofunding for Indigenous artists and organizations in Montréal area
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 3,000 $
- Up to 100% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
Types of eligible projects

Grant and FundingClosed
Northwest Territories Arts Council Funding
NWT Arts CouncilFinancial support for Northwest Territories artists and art projects
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 5,000 $
Eligible Industries
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
Types of eligible projects

Other SupportOpen
Doing Business with the Government — British Columbia
Government of British ColumbiaOpportunities to sell to the Government of British Columbia
Eligible Funding
- No Condition
Eligible Industries
- Retail trade
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
- Accommodation and food services
Types of eligible projects
Commercialization

Grant and FundingOpen
Creative Entrepreneurship Program
Cape Breton Centre for Craft and DesignResources for Cape Breton Island and Mulgrave, Nova Scotia, craft entrepreneurs
Eligible Funding
- No Condition
Eligible Industries
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
- Other services (except public administration)
- Public administration
Types of eligible projects
CommercializationHuman Resources

Grant and FundingOpen
Artist to Market Program (AMP)
Minister of Industry, Tourism and Investment (NWT)Supports NWT artists to sell work at external markets
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 10,000 $
Eligible Industries
- Information and cultural industries
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
Types of eligible projects
Commercialization

Grant and FundingOpen
Heart of Georgian Bay Community Forward Fund
Huronia Community FoundationSupports innovative community projects with measurable regional impact
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 20,000 $
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

Expert AdviceOpen
Innovation Canada — Innovation Advisors
Innovation CanadaPersonalized advisory services for innovators
Eligible Funding
- No Condition
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
- Manufacturing
- Information and cultural industries
- Professional, scientific and technical services
Types of eligible projects
TechnologyInnovation
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Grant and FundingLoans and Capital investmentsOpen
Technology showcase - pre-commercialization of innovation
Quebec CitySupports pre-commercial testing of innovative technologies and products
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 250,000 $
- Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
- Manufacturing
- Information and cultural industries
- Finance and insurance
Types of eligible projects
TechnologyInnovation

Tax CreditsOpen
Manitoba Book Publishing Tax Credit
Government of ManitobaManitoba tax credit for book publishers
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 100,000 $
- Up to 15% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Information and cultural industries
Types of eligible projects
Human Resources

Grant and FundingOpenClosing Soon
Port Coquitlam Community Foundation - Community Capital Projects Matching Grant
PoCo Community FoundationSupports community capital improvements and specialized equipment
Eligible Funding
- From $1,000 to $10,000
- Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
Types of eligible projects
Construction and Renovation

Loans and Capital investmentsOpen
SADC Shawinigan — Digital Strategy Fund
SADC ShawiniganDigital Strategy Fund supports tech transition with loans
Eligible Funding
- From $10,000 to $50,000
Eligible Industries
- Information and cultural industries
Types of eligible projects
Digital Transformation

Grant and FundingOpen
Explore and Create — Professional Development for Artists
Canada Council for the Arts (CCA)Money for artists’ professional development
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 10,000 $
Eligible Industries
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
Types of eligible projects

Tax CreditsClosed
New Brunswick Digital Media Tax Credit
Government of Nova ScotiaTax credit for interactive digital media production in Nova Scotia
Eligible Funding
- Up to 30% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Information and cultural industries
Types of eligible projects
Digital Transformation

Grant and FundingArchived
Tourisme Baie-James — EPRTNT – Attractions, activities and facilities
Tourisme Baie-JamesSupports sustainable tourism development in the Baie-James region
Eligible Funding
- From $5,000 to $200,000
- Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
- Accommodation and food services
Types of eligible projects
Environment and ClimateConstruction and Renovation Digital Transformation

Grant and FundingOpen
Alberta Innovates — Industry R&D Associates Program
Alberta InnovatesFunds Alberta tech firms for in-house research expertise
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 105,000 $
- Up to 25% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Information and cultural industries
- Professional, scientific and technical services
Types of eligible projects
Technology

Grant and FundingOpen
Nova Scotia Film and Television Production Incentive Fund
Government of Nova ScotiaFunding for film and television production in Nova Scotia
Eligible Funding
- Minimum amount : 25,000 $
- Up to 26% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Information and cultural industries
Types of eligible projects

Grant and FundingClosed
Sundance Native Lab 2025
Indigenous Screen Office (ISO)Year-long fellowship supporting emerging Indigenous Canadian filmmakers
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 10,000 $
Eligible Industries
- Information and cultural industries
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
Types of eligible projects

Grant and FundingClosed
CMF-SODEC — Predevelopment Program for Television Series Based on Literary Adaptations
Canada Media Fund (CMF)Program supports pre-development of Quebec literary adaptations for TV
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 50,000 $
- Up to 75% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Information and cultural industries
Types of eligible projects

Partnering and CollaborationGrant and FundingClosed
Call for projects for digital cultural development in the Canadian Francophonie
Gouvernement du QuébecSupports digital cultural development in the Canadian Francophonie
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 25,000 $
- Up to 75% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Information and cultural industries
- Educational services
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
Types of eligible projects
TechnologyInnovationDigital Transformation

Grant and FundingClosed
Ascension competition
Quebec City Junior Chamber of Commerce (JCCQ)Pitch competition supporting early-stage entrepreneurs in Quebec City
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 60,000 $
Eligible Industries
- Construction
- Manufacturing
- Retail trade
- Transportation and warehousing
Types of eligible projects
CommercializationInnovation

Grant and FundingArchived
Tourisme Baie-James — EPRTNT – Festivals and events
Tourisme Baie-JamesSupports tourism events fostering economic and sustainable development
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 50,000 $
- Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
Types of eligible projects
Digital Transformation

Grant and FundingClosed
Screen BC Short Film Award
Creative BCSupports emerging filmmakers in developing creative short film projects
Eligible Funding
- From $15,000 to $15,000
Eligible Industries
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
Types of eligible projects

Grant and FundingClosed
Acadian and Francophone Culture Fund
Government of Prince Edward IslandSupport for francophone culture in PEI
Eligible Funding
- Up to 60% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Information and cultural industries
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
Types of eligible projects

Grant and Fundingnull
Employee Training Program
Minister of Industry, Tourism and Investment (NWT)Funding for employers to train and upskill Northwest Territories employees
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 13,000 $
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
- Mining, quarrying, and oil and gas extraction
- Utilities
- Construction
Types of eligible projects
Human Resources

Grant and FundingOpen
McGregor Morris Fund
Elgin-St. Thomas Community FoundationSupport for permanent public art purchases
Eligible Funding
- From $200 to $1,000
Eligible Industries
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
Types of eligible projects

Grant and FundingClosed
Ecosystem Services Grant Program
Government of AlbertaSupports conservation of ecosystem services on Alberta private lands
Eligible Funding
- Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
- Educational services
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
- Other services (except public administration)
Types of eligible projects
Environment and Climate

Grant and FundingClosed
CMF — Iteration Program
Canada Media Fund (CMF)Iteration Program supports previous FMC-funded digital media projects
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 350,000 $
- Up to 75% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Information and cultural industries
Types of eligible projects
Digital Transformation

Researchers And FacilitiesExpert AdviceOpen
NRC — Advanced Electronics and Photonics Research Centre
National Research Council Canada (NRC)Collaborate on new communication and sensor technologies R&D
Eligible Funding
- No Condition
Eligible Industries
- Manufacturing
- Information and cultural industries
- Professional, scientific and technical services
- Health care and social assistance
Types of eligible projects
Technology

Grant and FundingClosed
CMF-SODEC — Corporate Financial Program for Television Production
Canada Media Fund (CMF)Quebec animation series prototyping support for young audiences
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 500,000 $
- Up to 75% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Information and cultural industries
Types of eligible projects
Innovation

Grant and FundingClosed
Cultural Spaces Grant Program - Cultural Infrastructure Grants (CIG)
City of VancouverSupports development and improvement of Vancouver cultural spaces
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 250,000 $
Eligible Industries
- Information and cultural industries
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
Types of eligible projects

Grant and FundingClosed
OMIF — Music Industry Initiatives
Government of OntarioFunding for music service organizations in Ontario
Eligible Funding
- From $10,000 to $300,000
- Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Information and cultural industries
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
Types of eligible projects
CommercializationHuman ResourcesInnovation

Expert AdviceOpen
Digital Main Street – ShopHere
Digital Main StreetHelp to launch an online store for Ontario businesses
Eligible Funding
- No Condition
Eligible Industries
- Retail trade
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
- Accommodation and food services
- Other services (except public administration)
Types of eligible projects
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Grant and FundingClosed
Nunavut Filmmakers Funding — Short Film Fund
Nunavut Film Development CorporationGrants to create Nunavut short films
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 25,000 $
- Up to 27% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
Types of eligible projects
CommercializationInnovation

Grant and FundingClosed
Innovation Growth Program
Government of ManitobaFunding for Innovative Projects in Manitoba
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 100,000 $
- Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Manufacturing
- Information and cultural industries
- Professional, scientific and technical services
Types of eligible projects
CommercializationConstruction and Renovation Innovation

Other SupportOpen
Business, Market and Trade Ready Training Program
Government of YukonTraining to improve tourism business marketing and sales
Eligible Funding
- No Condition
Eligible Industries
- Retail trade
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
- Accommodation and food services
- Other services (except public administration)
Types of eligible projects
Commercialization

Grant and FundingOpen
Regional Action Support Program (RASP)
Gouvernement du QuébecSupport 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

Grant and FundingClosed
Rogers Indigenous Film Fund Program
Creative BCSupports Indigenous filmmakers' early project development in B.C
Eligible Funding
- From $5,000 to $20,000
- Up to 80% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
Types of eligible projects
Innovation

Grant and FundingOpen
PacifiCan — Regional Economic Growth through Innovation — Regional Innovation Ecosystems
Pacific Economic Development Canada (PacifiCan)Funding to support business growth in British Columbia
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

Grant and FundingOpen
Tourisme Baie-James — EPRTNT – Studies and consulting services
Tourisme Baie-JamesSupports tourism development in Baie-James region of Quebec
Eligible Funding
- From $5,000 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

Grant and FundingClosed
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
- Minimum amount : 125,000 $
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

Wage Subsidies And InternsOpen
OVIN — TalentEdge Internship
Ontario Vehicle Innovation Network (OVIN)Interns for automotive and smart mobility technology
Eligible Funding
- No Condition
Eligible Industries
- Manufacturing
- Transportation and warehousing
- Information and cultural industries
- Professional, scientific and technical services
Types of eligible projects
Artificial Intelligence (AI)TechnologyInnovation

Tax CreditsOpen
Canadian journalism labour tax credit
Canada Revenue Agency (CRA)Refundable tax credit for eligible journalism organizations’ labour costs
Eligible Funding
- Up to 35% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Information and cultural industries
Types of eligible projects
Human Resources

Grant and FundingClosed
Engage and Sustain — Artistic Catalysts
Canada Council for the Arts (CCA)Grants for organizations promoting the arts
Eligible Funding
- Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
Types of eligible projects

Grant and FundingClosed
AFA — Visual Arts and New Media Individual Project Funding
Alberta Foundation for the Arts (AFA)Funding for Alberta artists' visual arts and new media projects
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 18,000 $
Eligible Industries
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
Types of eligible projects

Grant and FundingClosed
BCAC — Arts Circulation and Touring – Organizations
British Columbia Arts Council (BCAC)Foster regional, national, and international opportunities for B.C. artists, enhancing exposure and mobility across artistic disciplines
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 25,000 $
- Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
Types of eligible projects
Digital Transformation

Grant and FundingClosed
Arts, Culture & Heritage Fund Grants
Dufferin Community FoundationSupport for local arts and heritage initiatives
Eligible Funding
- No Condition
Eligible Industries
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
Types of eligible projects

Researchers And FacilitiesPartnering and CollaborationGrant and FundingClosed
AI Sovereign Compute Infrastructure Program
Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada (ISED)Supports Canadian AI innovation with advanced national computing infrastructure
Eligible Funding
- No Condition
Eligible Industries
- Manufacturing
- Information and cultural industries
- Professional, scientific and technical services
- Educational services
Types of eligible projects
Artificial Intelligence (AI)

Grant and FundingOpen
PacifiCan — Economic Development Initiative (EDI)
Pacific Economic Development Canada (PacifiCan)Funding to support francophone businesses and communities in British Columbia
Eligible Funding
- No Condition
Eligible Industries
- Information and cultural industries
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
Types of eligible projects
CommercializationInnovation

Grant and FundingClosed
Green and Inclusive Community Buildings (GICB) Program
Housing, Infrastructure and Communities CanadaImproving underserved Canadian community buildings' energy efficiency
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
- Public administration
Types of eligible projects
Environment and ClimateConstruction and Renovation

Grant and FundingOpen
AFA — Summer School Project Funding
Alberta Foundation for the Arts (AFA)Supports Alberta nonprofits delivering residence-based summer arts training for youth
Eligible Funding
- Up to 40% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
Types of eligible projects

Grant and FundingOpen
Cinespace Technician Roster
Indigenous Screen Office (ISO)Training and placements for Indigenous film and television crew
Eligible Funding
- No Condition
Eligible Industries
- Information and cultural industries
Types of eligible projects
Human Resources

Tax CreditsOpen
BC Small Business Venture Capital Program
Government of British ColumbiaStimulate equity investments in local small businesses, fostering economic growth
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 400,000 $
- Up to 30% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Manufacturing
- Information and cultural industries
- Professional, scientific and technical services
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
Types of eligible projects

Grant and FundingOpen
OAC — French-language edition – how it works
Ontario Arts Council (OAC)Supports Ontario-based French-language publishing organizations' operations and production
Eligible Funding
- No Condition
Eligible Industries
- Information and cultural industries
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
Types of eligible projects

Grant and FundingOpen
CALQ — Professional Development
Conseil des arts et des lettres du Québec (CALQ)Supports professional development for Québec artists and curators
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 15,000 $
Eligible Industries
- Information and cultural industries
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
Types of eligible projects
CommercializationTechnologyEnvironment and ClimateHuman ResourcesBusiness BuyoutInnovationDigital Transformation

Grant and FundingOpen
AFA — Community Performing Arts Organizations Operating Funding
Alberta Foundation for the Arts (AFA)Annual funding for Alberta non-profits producing performing arts
Eligible Funding
- No Condition
Eligible Industries
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
Types of eligible projects

Grant and FundingClosed
Support Fund for Accessibility Costs
Conseil des arts de MontréalSupports accessibility costs for D/deaf and disabled people
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 2,000 $
- Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
Types of eligible projects

Grant and FundingWage Subsidies And InternsClosed
CultivART program – organization component
Conseil des arts de MontréalPaid mentored internships for emerging Indigenous arts workers
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 20,000 $
Eligible Industries
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
Types of eligible projects
Human Resources
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