Grants and Funding for Artists in Canada for 2025

Funding for Canadian creative industry exports

Canada

Eligible Funding

Max. $2,500,000
Up to 75% of project cost

Eligible Industries

Information and cultural industries
Arts, entertainment and recreation

Types of eligible projects

COMMERCIALIZATION

Canada

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Explore and Create — Concept to Realization

Financial support for creative projects

Canada

Eligible Funding

Max. $100,000

Eligible Industries

Arts, entertainment and recreation

Types of eligible projects

Canada

Grant and FundingOpening Soon

International outreach — Travel

Empower Canadian artists and arts organizations to expand global connections and opportunities

Canada

Eligible Funding

Max. $30,000

Eligible Industries

Arts, entertainment and recreation

Types of eligible projects

COMMERCIALIZATION

Canada

Grant and FundingOpen

Creative Export Canada (CEC) — Export Development Stream (EDS)

Société de développement des entreprises culturelles (SODEC)

Canadian Creative Export supports global market expansion for creative industries

Canada

Eligible Funding

From $15,000 to $90,000
Up to 75% of project cost

Eligible Industries

Arts, entertainment and recreation

Types of eligible projects

COMMERCIALIZATION

Canada

Grant and FundingOpen

Additional support for the circulation of shows

Financial support for touring Quebec music and comedy performances

Quebec, Canada

Eligible Funding

Max. $275,000

Eligible Industries

Information and cultural industries
Arts, entertainment and recreation

Types of eligible projects

Quebec, Canada

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Unlock Your Business’s Full Potential with Government Grants and Financial Aid

Are you looking for ways to secure funding for your business and reduce costs? Government grants, subsidies, and financial aid programs offer valuable opportunities for companies across various industries. Whether you’re a startup, an established small business, or a growing enterprise, you may be eligible for non-repayable grants, tax credits, and financial assistance to support your projects.

Discover How Much Grant Funding Your Business Can Access

Many businesses miss out on free funding opportunities simply because they don’t know they exist. That’s why we’ve created a free grant estimator—a powerful tool designed to help you identify available grant amounts based on your company’s profile, sector, and project type. In just a few clicks, you can gain insights into the financial aid programs that match your business needs.Our estimator scans a wide range of government grants, including:

Innovation and R&D grants for companies developing new products, services, or technologies.
Export and international expansion subsidies to help businesses enter new markets.
Workforce development funding for training, hiring, and upskilling employees.
Green energy and sustainability grants for eco-friendly initiatives and energy-efficient projects.
Startup and entrepreneur support programs for new businesses seeking capital and resources.

Maximize Your Business Growth with Non-Repayable Financial Assistance

Unlike traditional loans, many government grants and subsidies do not require repayment, making them a valuable way to boost your company’s financial health. By securing business funding, you can invest in key areas such as technology, infrastructure, hiring, and research without straining your cash flow.Here’s how our free grant estimator can help you: ✅ Quickly assess your eligibility for various funding programs. ✅ Save time by filtering out programs that don’t apply to your business. ✅ Unlock hidden financial opportunities that you might not be aware of. ✅ Reduce financial risks by accessing non-repayable funding sources. ✅ Increase your chances of approval with up-to-date funding information.

Take Advantage of Government Funding Opportunities Today

Don’t let your business miss out on grant funding that could propel your success. Whether you need support for a new project, expansion, hiring, or innovation, government financial aid programs are available to help. Start using our free grant estimator now and discover how much grant money your company can access today!

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Engage and Sustain — Artistic Institutions

Money for artists building public outreach

Canada

Eligible Funding

Up to 25% of project cost

Eligible Industries

Arts, entertainment and recreation

Types of eligible projects

TECHNOLOGYENVIRONMENT AND CLIMATEINNOVATION

Canada

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Arts Abroad — Residencies

Grant for international arts research or networking

Canada

Eligible Funding

Max. $20,000

Eligible Industries

Information and cultural industries
Arts, entertainment and recreation

Types of eligible projects

Canada

Grant and FundingOpening Soon

Supporting Artistic Practice — Sector Innovation and Development

Financial support to grow the arts sector

Canada

Eligible Funding

Max. $50,000

Eligible Industries

Arts, entertainment and recreation

Types of eligible projects

INNOVATION

Canada

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Arts Across Canada — Travel

Money for arts-related travel

Canada

Eligible Funding

Max. $30,000

Eligible Industries

Arts, entertainment and recreation

Types of eligible projects

Canada

Grant and FundingOpening Soon

Supporting Artistic Practice — National Arts Service Organizations

Money to promote vitality in the Canadian arts sector

Canada

Eligible Funding

Up to 60% of project cost

Eligible Industries

Arts, entertainment and recreation

Types of eligible projects

Canada

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The helloDarwin application makes it easy to unlock grants so your business can grow faster—with less hassle and more impact.

Across the Canadian entrepreneurial landscape, one paradox persists: billions of dollars are available every year in public funding and government grants, yet a large percentage of those funds remain unclaimed. Why? Because accessing them feels like trying to crack a bureaucratic code written in a foreign language.

Public funding is real—but it hides behind administrative red tape, eligibility mazes, fluctuating deadlines, and cryptic forms. The result? Thousands of businesses miss out on critical financial support, not because they’re unworthy, but because the system wasn’t built for speed, clarity, or accessibility.

That’s the problem helloDarwin set out to solve with its grant platform—a tool designed not only to uncover hidden opportunities but to turn them into engines for business growth.

The Reality: Entrepreneurs Don’t Have Time to Chase 28 Government Websites

What the team at helloDarwin realized early on is this: business owners have no shortage of vision, ideas, or ambition. What they lack is time, administrative capacity, and a clear path to funding.

Rather than throwing another data-heavy directory into the mix, helloDarwin built a smart, intuitive interface, backed by a high-impact support system, designed to translate public funding into real action.

No guesswork. No 100-page PDFs. No copy-pasting into spreadsheets at 10 p.m. Just a straight line from idea to opportunity—and from opportunity to execution.

Not a Promise. A Proven Process.

While it may look like a platform, helloDarwin is better described as a methodology. One that has been purpose-built for overworked founders, lean teams, and agile businesses. It follows three clear steps:

Explore — Use a dynamic tool to identify relevant programs based on your business profile, project goals, and sector.
Estimate — Get a personalized forecast of potential funding amounts.
Act — Access expert support to write, file, and manage your grant application all the way through approval.

What used to take companies three to six months (or was abandoned altogether) can now be launched in under a week. And unlike many do-it-yourself systems, helloDarwin’s method is reinforced by actual human support.

On the Ground: “We Thought It Wasn’t for Us”

Sophie, a co-founder of a sustainable design firm in Québec, had always assumed government grants were “for the big guys” or “tech companies with labs.” One afternoon, on a colleague’s recommendation, she logged into helloDarwin.

Within 15 minutes, she found she was eligible for:

80% funding for upskilling her team
Up to $50,000 for a digital process transformation
Export assistance for her eco-certified furniture line

With expert help from the platform’s network, two applications were submitted within six weeks. Three months later, the funds were flowing.

Her team kept working. She didn’t miss a single client meeting. The paperwork? Someone else handled it.

The Secret Weapon: Human Expertise + Automated Insight

The real strength of helloDarwin lies in the seamless handoff between technology and human expertise. Where most platforms offer tools and leave users to figure it out, helloDarwin provides real, qualified experts to walk alongside your business.

Once a relevant program is identified, users can activate support from:

Grant application specialists
Financial and tax consultants
Industry-specific advisors (tech, manufacturing, sustainability…)

These professionals know how to speak the language of funding agencies, avoid technical pitfalls, and build credible, compelling submissions that align with government priorities.

Grants as Strategy, Not Serendipity

One of the key cultural shifts that helloDarwin enables is this: stop seeing grants as a bonus. Start using them as a core business strategy.

By integrating public funding into your business roadmap, you can plan projects more effectively, make smarter investments, and time your initiatives with upcoming funding windows.

Take, for instance, a company that plans to hire three engineers in Q2 of next year. With helloDarwin, they can:

See which programs will be active
Prepare their documentation in advance
Maximize their reimbursement rate (often 50%–75%)
Accelerate hiring without overextending cash flow

This is not opportunism. It’s strategic resource allocation—backed by public funding that already exists.

A Platform That Evolves With You

Grants are seasonal. Programs change. Budgets close. That’s why a truly valuable tool must be living, adaptive, and proactive.

helloDarwin’s grant platform updates in real time. Its users receive alerts when:

A new program launches in their region or sector
Their business becomes eligible for something previously unavailable
A deadline is approaching for a high-value grant

It becomes a funding radar, embedded in your growth planning—not a tool you only use in times of desperation.

Who Is It For?

The answer is simple: any business with a project to fund. That includes:

Startups in early or late stages
SMEs looking to modernize
Manufacturers planning to automate
Creative firms digitizing their services
Exporters preparing to go global
Green innovators solving environmental challenges

Whether you're running a two-person creative agency or a 50-person industrial operation, there are grants for you. The only thing missing is a way to find them—and a partner to help unlock them.

Building an Ecosystem, Not Just a Platform

helloDarwin doesn’t work in isolation. It collaborates with:

Local economic development organizations
Industry associations and chambers of commerce
Banks and financial institutions
Professional service firms and consultants

This ecosystem allows the platform to not only recommend funding, but also connect users with vetted experts and service providers who can execute the projects being funded.

Need help building your e-commerce site, launching your ESG strategy, or hiring an export advisor? helloDarwin connects the dots—from funding to fulfillment.

Three Common Mistakes That helloDarwin Helps You Avoid

Waiting Too Long Many businesses defer their plans because they believe it’s “not the right time.” In reality, most grants have narrow windows. Wait too long, and the funding is gone.
Assuming You’re Not Eligible Public funding isn’t just for deep-tech startups or cleantech firms. It supports marketing, recruitment, training, IT upgrades, and much more.
DIY Grant Applications Too many companies go it alone. But one wrong number, one missed document, or one misinterpreted eligibility clause can ruin your chances.

helloDarwin addresses all three by offering structure, automation, and expert support from the start.

A Cultural Shift in How Businesses See Funding

The deeper mission of helloDarwin isn’t just technological—it’s cultural.

It’s about creating a new reflex in business planning: "We have a project. Let’s see what support exists for it." It’s about empowering even the smallest businesses to dream bigger, knowing that capital is accessible, and the roadmap to get it is clear.

A company that integrates grants into its financial strategy can:

Innovate without draining its runway
Recruit more confidently
Accelerate product launches
De-risk export strategies
Improve retention through training and benefits

Grants don’t just lower costs. They unlock momentum.

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Supporting Artistic Practice — Support Organizations

Funding to support Canadian art practices

Canada

Eligible Funding

Up to 60% of project cost

Eligible Industries

Arts, entertainment and recreation

Types of eligible projects

Canada

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Arts Across Canada — Representation and Promotion

Travel funds for incorporated arts organizations

Canada

Eligible Funding

Max. $30,000

Eligible Industries

Arts, entertainment and recreation

Types of eligible projects

COMMERCIALIZATION

Canada

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Strategic Funds and Initiatives — Market Access Strategy

Funds for official-language minority community artists

Canada

Eligible Funding

Max. $60,000

Eligible Industries

Information and cultural industries
Arts, entertainment and recreation

Types of eligible projects

COMMERCIALIZATION

Canada

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Explore and Create — Professional Development for Artists

Money for artists’ professional development

Canada

Eligible Funding

Max. $10,000

Eligible Industries

Arts, entertainment and recreation

Types of eligible projects

Canada

Grant and FundingOpening Soon

Canada Council for the Arts —

Société de développement des entreprises culturelles (SODEC)

Supports multi-year artistic and cultural sector activities

Canada

Eligible Funding

Max. $100,000

Eligible Industries

Information and cultural industries
Arts, entertainment and recreation

Types of eligible projects

INNOVATION

Canada

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Unlock Your Business’s Full Potential with Government Grants and Financial Aid

Discover How Much Grant Funding Your Business Can Access

Innovation and R&D grants for companies developing new products, services, or technologies.
Export and international expansion subsidies to help businesses enter new markets.
Workforce development funding for training, hiring, and upskilling employees.
Green energy and sustainability grants for eco-friendly initiatives and energy-efficient projects.
Startup and entrepreneur support programs for new businesses seeking capital and resources.

Maximize Your Business Growth with Non-Repayable Financial Assistance

Take Advantage of Government Funding Opportunities Today

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Technology showcase - pre-commercialization of innovation

Quebec City

Supports pre-commercial testing of innovative technologies and products

Québec, Quebec

Eligible Funding

Max. $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

COMMERCIALIZATIONARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE (AI)TECHNOLOGYENVIRONMENT AND CLIMATEINNOVATION

Québec, Quebec

Grant and FundingClosed

Support for music and variety companies — Component 2: Support for management activities and Component 3: Para-industrial sector - Project support

Financial support for Quebec's music and variety industries

Quebec, Canada

Eligible Funding

No Condition

Eligible Industries

Arts, entertainment and recreation

Types of eligible projects

Quebec, Canada

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Rural Economic Development program — Economic Diversification and Competitiveness Stream

Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency (ACOA)

Cost-share funding for rural economic development

Ontario, Canada

Eligible Funding

Max. $150,000
Up to 50% of project cost

Eligible Industries

Retail trade
Information and cultural industries
Arts, entertainment and recreation
Public administration

Types of eligible projects

Ontario, Canada

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Regional Economic Growth through Innovation (REGI) — Business Scale-up and Productivity — ACOA

Financing to accelerate growth in Atlantic Canada

Nova Scotia, Canada

Eligible Funding

No Condition

Eligible Industries

Manufacturing
Information and cultural industries
Arts, entertainment and recreation

Types of eligible projects

COMMERCIALIZATIONHUMAN RESOURCESINNOVATION

Nova Scotia, Canada

Grant and FundingClosed

Promotional assistance for music and entertainment companies

Société de développement des entreprises culturelles (SODEC)

Supports promotion and marketing for Quebec music and entertainment companies

Quebec, Canada

Eligible Funding

Max. $400,000
Up to 100% of project cost

Eligible Industries

Information and cultural industries
Arts, entertainment and recreation

Types of eligible projects

COMMERCIALIZATION

Quebec, Canada

Find tailored funding for your business

Discover more funding opportunities on the helloDarwin platform

Look through over 3000 grants, tax credits, loans and more financial aid on the helloDarwin application.

Imagine this: a fast-growing technology startup in Montreal is ready to expand internationally. They’ve built a solid team, developed an innovative SaaS product, and attracted their first round of investors. But as they prepare to hire new talent and scale operations abroad, they face a familiar roadblock—budget constraints. What they don’t realize is that there are government grants that could cover up to 75% of their next hire's salary and fund a good portion of their export marketing campaign. The only problem? They don’t know these programs exist, and even if they did, they wouldn’t know where to start.

This is exactly the problem helloDarwin set out to solve.

In Canada, there are thousands of grant programs available to support business development, innovation, sustainability, digitalization, and more. Yet navigating this ecosystem is like walking through a maze: confusing, technical, time-consuming, and—more often than not—discouraging. The result? Countless companies leave money on the table every year.

helloDarwin’s grant platform is flipping the script by turning complexity into clarity and making funding a strategic advantage for Canadian businesses of all sizes.

The Vision: A Smarter Way to Fund Business Growth

At its core, helloDarwin’s grant platform is built on a simple but powerful idea: funding should empower businesses, not overwhelm them.

Rather than forcing companies to research, interpret, and apply for grants on their own, helloDarwin offers an integrated digital solution that streamlines the entire process—from discovery to application, and even post-approval support.

This vision is rooted in the company’s broader mission: helping Canadian businesses thrive through smart connections. While helloDarwin originally made its name as a B2B matchmaking platform between businesses and service providers, its grant platform marks a bold and logical evolution: solving a systemic challenge with scalable impact.

Step 1: Discovery Made Easy

The first hurdle most companies face with grants is simply knowing what’s out there. With over 3,000 active programs available from federal, provincial, and municipal governments—not to mention sector-specific or innovation-focused initiatives—most businesses don’t have the time or resources to sort through the noise.

That’s where helloDarwin’s discovery engine comes in.

By inputting basic information—such as location, industry, company size, and project goals—users are instantly matched with relevant programs tailored to their needs. The platform’s smart algorithms cross-reference eligibility criteria with real-time data, surfacing only the most promising opportunities.

This eliminates guesswork and opens doors to programs that many companies never knew they were eligible for. A food processor in rural Ontario might find a grant for green packaging innovation. A Vancouver-based marketing agency may qualify for wage subsidies for creative hires. A manufacturing company in Halifax could discover federal funds for equipment modernization.

Step 2: Clear Guidance and Next Steps

Finding a grant is just the beginning. The real challenge begins when companies try to translate program guidelines into action. What are the actual funding limits? How are expenses defined? What paperwork is required? How long does approval take? What’s reimbursed, and what’s not?

helloDarwin’s platform demystifies these questions by offering clear, step-by-step breakdowns of each program: key dates, financial caps, co-funding ratios, admissible costs, and how to prepare a strong application. This reduces friction and helps companies build a confident, executable plan.

Step 3: Human Expertise When It Matters Most

Even the best-designed digital tools have their limits. That’s why helloDarwin complements its technology with real human expertise—grant advisors, funding strategists, and technical writers who know the process inside out.

For businesses that want to maximize their chances of approval, these experts step in to:

Review and validate eligibility
Write or revise grant applications
Build strong business cases aligned with funding priorities
Ensure deadlines are met
Coordinate post-funding reporting

This hybrid model—automation plus consultation—ensures that users get the best of both worlds. It’s fast and accessible for simple cases, and strategic and personalized for more complex projects.

And because helloDarwin is deeply embedded in the business services ecosystem, its advisors also help connect users with certified service providers—consultants, developers, training firms—who can execute the funded work.

Built for Real Business Use Cases

One of the most compelling aspects of the helloDarwin platform is its adaptability to real-life business scenarios. Here are just a few examples of how companies use the platform:

1. The AI Startup Expanding to Europe

A Montreal-based AI startup wants to open a sales office in Germany. With helloDarwin, they discover a combination of export development grants, translation subsidies, and hiring incentives that reduce their international expansion costs by 60%. With grant experts supporting their application, they secure the funds within two months and focus on entering the new market with confidence.

2. The Manufacturing Company Going Green

A mid-sized manufacturer in Ontario needs to modernize its equipment to reduce its carbon footprint. Using helloDarwin’s platform, they match with four green innovation programs that together cover 70% of the investment. The platform connects them with a sustainability consultant and a grant writer—both familiar with the funders' expectations.

3. The Agency Hiring Young Talent

A Toronto-based creative agency wants to hire two recent graduates but fears they can’t afford the full salaries. With helloDarwin’s help, they discover wage subsidy programs for youth employment. The grants cover 80% of the salary for the first six months, allowing them to hire sooner and accelerate delivery.

A Platform That Grows With You

helloDarwin’s platform isn’t just for one-time projects—it’s designed to become a strategic companion as businesses evolve. As companies grow, pivot, or explore new markets, the platform adapts, updating its recommendations and surfacing new opportunities.

Users can track application statuses, upload documents, and collaborate with consultants directly through the platform. They can also explore industry trends, funding cycles, and newly launched programs relevant to their sector.

It’s more than a transactional tool—it’s a business intelligence asset that supports growth over the long term.

Why It Works: Trust, Transparency, and Efficiency

Three values underpin the success of helloDarwin’s grant platform:

Trust Businesses know they are getting objective, vetted information—not biased promotions or limited program listings. The platform operates independently of government agencies and focuses on delivering value to its users first.
Transparency All fees (where applicable) and engagement terms are clear. Grant estimates are realistic, based on program rules, and users are guided toward opportunities that genuinely match their profiles.
Efficiency In a world where time is money, the platform reduces the time spent searching, guessing, and redoing failed submissions. From onboarding to approval, every step is optimized for speed and simplicity.

Making Grants a Growth Habit

Perhaps the greatest long-term value of helloDarwin’s platform is cultural. It helps businesses shift from viewing grants as a bonus—or a last resort—to seeing them as a routine part of their funding strategy.

This change in mindset has ripple effects. Companies that consistently use grants can:

Experiment with innovative ideas without bearing all the risk
Hire sooner, train better, and retain more talent
Invest in technology and sustainability with confidence
Build resilience against market shocks or supply chain disruptions
Gain recognition and trust from investors, clients, and government partners

Grants become not just about reducing costs, but about unlocking potential.

Who Is It For?

The helloDarwin grant platform is purpose-built for:

Startups exploring early-stage growth and hiring
SMEs seeking to modernize or expand internationally
Manufacturers aiming to automate or go green
Professional service firms investing in tools, marketing, or skills
Nonprofits and social enterprises scaling their impact

It’s ideal for companies with lean teams, limited admin bandwidth, and high-impact ideas that need a push to launch.

A New Standard for Funding Access

helloDarwin’s platform doesn’t just make it easier to access grants—it raises the bar for what businesses should expect from the process. No more fragmented research, unreadable PDF guides, or rushed last-minute applications. Instead, it offers a guided, intelligent, and empowering experience that brings grants into the heart of business planning.

In doing so, it supports a more dynamic, resilient, and forward-looking Canadian economy—one company at a time.

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Arts Abroad — Co-Production

Funding to co-create arts productions

Quebec, Canada

Eligible Funding

Max. $50,000
Up to 50% of project cost

Eligible Industries

Arts, entertainment and recreation

Types of eligible projects

Quebec, Canada

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Musicaction - Global Funding Envelope – Support Program

Société de développement des entreprises culturelles (SODEC)

Canadian Music Fund supports career development for Canadian artists

Canada

Eligible Funding

Max. $600,000
Up to 50% of project cost

Eligible Industries

Arts, entertainment and recreation

Types of eligible projects

COMMERCIALIZATION

Canada

Grant and FundingOpen

Music management and publishing assistance

Supports Quebec music managers and publishers in career development

Quebec, Canada

Eligible Funding

Max. $120,000

Eligible Industries

Information and cultural industries
Arts, entertainment and recreation

Types of eligible projects

COMMERCIALIZATION

Quebec, Canada

Partnering and CollaborationExpert AdviceOpen

Zú program — Incubation

Zú

Business growth through strategic mentoring and exclusive resources

Quebec, Canada

Eligible Funding

No Condition

Eligible Industries

Information and cultural industries
Arts, entertainment and recreation

Types of eligible projects

TECHNOLOGYINNOVATION

Quebec, Canada

Grant and FundingClosed

Supporting Artistic Practice — Literary Publishers

Canada Economic Development for Quebec Regions (CED)

Money to support literary publishers

Canada

Eligible Funding

Max. $300,000

Eligible Industries

Arts, entertainment and recreation

Types of eligible projects

Canada

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In today’s fast-paced economic environment, where innovation, digital transformation, and competitiveness require ongoing investment, grants and public funding are crucial tools for business success. However, despite the abundance of available programs, many businesses underuse them—often due to their complexity, lack of awareness, or the administrative burden required to apply.

That’s where helloDarwin’s grant platform comes in: a centralized, intelligent, and guided solution designed to help companies gain faster, easier access to the financial support they’re entitled to.

A Platform Designed for Modern Business Needs

helloDarwin’s grant platform was designed to match the realities of today’s businesses. It caters to all types of organizations—from startups and SMEs to nonprofits and scaling enterprises—with a clear mission: to offer a centralized, tech-driven, and human-supported entry point to the world of grants and government funding.

Thanks to its user-friendly interface and smart search engine, businesses can instantly identify the most relevant grants for their needs. Whether the goal is to hire talent, develop new technologies, expand internationally, or embrace sustainable practices, the platform offers comprehensive support—from identifying relevant programs to finalizing the funding application.

A Vast and Continuously Updated Grant Database

One of the platform’s key strengths lies in its extensive database of over 3,000 grant and funding programs, covering local, provincial, and federal opportunities across Canada. This ensures that businesses can discover the full spectrum of available funding—whether it’s for digitalization, workforce development, marketing, sustainability, or infrastructure.

The database is constantly updated to reflect new funding programs, changes in eligibility criteria, and submission deadlines. Businesses using the platform benefit from up-to-date, relevant information that allows them to act at the right time, with the right tools.

Personalized and Smart Grant Matching

helloDarwin offers more than just a directory. With just a few details—such as your business sector, location, size, and project type—the platform provides a personalized eligibility analysis. The built-in estimator also allows users to forecast the amounts they might receive, helping them make better-informed strategic decisions.

This initial simulation is completely free and offers businesses a quick understanding of their grant potential. Instead of postponing important projects due to budget constraints, companies can explore viable financial support options that make those projects feasible sooner than expected.

Full-Service Expert Support

Applying for grants can be overwhelming: deciphering eligibility, preparing required documents, writing persuasive proposals, and tracking deadlines. helloDarwin solves this by providing end-to-end support through its network of experts and funding consultants.

These professionals assist with every stage of the process—from eligibility assessment and document preparation to submission and follow-up. Businesses benefit from a turnkey service that maximizes success rates while minimizing internal workload.

This also helps avoid common mistakes—missing a submission date, providing incomplete information, or misunderstanding program rules—that could jeopardize a funding application. With helloDarwin’s experts at their side, companies can approach the grant process with confidence and focus on their core operations.

Diverse Project Categories and Funding Options

helloDarwin’s platform accommodates a wide variety of business projects, making it a valuable tool regardless of the company’s size or industry. Whether you’re a manufacturer looking to automate your production line, a service provider rolling out a new CRM, or a food producer aiming to expand internationally, there’s likely a grant program that fits your goals.

Popular funding categories include:

Digital Transformation: software, cybersecurity, automation, AI
Human Resources: hiring graduates, professional training, retention
Export & Market Development: trade missions, translation, digital campaigns
Sustainability: energy efficiency, waste management, eco-certification
R&D & Innovation: product development, process improvement, prototyping
Infrastructure & Capital Assets: renovations, equipment purchases, workspace upgrades

Many programs offer reimbursement rates ranging from 25% to over 90% of eligible costs, and some can be combined for even greater impact.

Direct Impact on Business Performance

By simplifying access to funding, helloDarwin empowers businesses to lower their investment risk, accelerate project timelines, and enhance their competitiveness. The effect is tangible: a delayed project can be launched; a strategic hire can be made; an international expansion can be undertaken under more favorable conditions.

Long-term, businesses that take advantage of grants become more productive, attract better talent, increase market visibility, and strengthen their credibility with stakeholders. In this way, grants become more than just financial support—they are a strategic management tool that fosters long-term resilience and innovation.

A Perfect Balance of Technology and Human Support

helloDarwin’s hybrid approach—combining smart digital tools with real human expertise—is what sets it apart. Users benefit from a sleek, efficient platform that helps them search, filter, and evaluate funding opportunities, as well as direct access to professionals who help them turn those opportunities into concrete results.

This makes the platform suitable for all types of users. Independent business owners can self-navigate and explore grants at their own pace, while those looking for complete support can rely on dedicated experts for a hands-free experience. The result is a flexible, scalable, and personalized solution that adapts to every business profile.

Strengthening the Canadian Business Ecosystem

Beyond individual companies, helloDarwin’s grant platform plays a key role in strengthening Canada’s broader business ecosystem. By making grants more accessible, it helps stimulate innovation, encourage sustainable growth, support post-pandemic recovery, and accelerate digital and green transitions across sectors.

It also fosters collaboration among businesses, consultants, and service providers. helloDarwin’s marketplace allows grant recipients to easily connect with vetted professionals—marketing agencies, IT consultants, sustainability experts—who can help execute their funded projects.

This dynamic ecosystem not only improves outcomes for funded initiatives but also contributes to a more connected and supportive business community.

A Simple and Accessible Process

Signing up is easy and quick. Users create a business profile, answer a short questionnaire, and within minutes receive a tailored overview of their funding options. The estimator tool is free to use, and the initial consultation with a funding advisor is offered at no charge.

This makes the platform accessible even to small companies without in-house financial or grant expertise. It effectively democratizes access to public funding, ensuring that all businesses—not just large corporations—can take full advantage of government programs.

From Idea to Execution: Enabling Growth

helloDarwin’s platform guides businesses from the first spark of an idea to successful grant application and project execution. It encourages strategic thinking: What goals can we reach if we access the right support? How can we grow faster, smarter, and more sustainably with public funds?

Rather than viewing grants as optional or secondary, companies that use helloDarwin’s platform begin to see them as a key component of their business strategy. Whether investing in digital tools, hiring for the future, reducing environmental impact, or entering new markets, grants can be the enabler that turns vision into reality.

Grant and FundingOpen

QEPD — Diversify your economy - CED (QC)

Money to develop local economy and tourism in Quebec

Quebec, Canada

Eligible Funding

Up to 50% of project cost

Eligible Industries

Information and cultural industries
Professional, scientific and technical services
Arts, entertainment and recreation
Accommodation and food services

Types of eligible projects

COMMERCIALIZATIONINNOVATION

Quebec, Canada

Grant and FundingClosed

Regional partnership and digital transformation agreement in tourism

Quebec Ministry of Tourism (MTO)

Revitalize regional tourism by supporting innovative, responsible, sustainable, and economically impactful projects

Quebec, Canada

Eligible Funding

No Condition

Eligible Industries

Arts, entertainment and recreation
Accommodation and food services

Types of eligible projects

ENVIRONMENT AND CLIMATECONSTRUCTION AND RENOVATION DIGITAL TRANSFORMATION

Quebec, Canada

Partnering and CollaborationGrant and FundingOpen

Contributions in support of Indigenous Economic Development

Indigenous Services Canada

Supports Indigenous economic development through coordinated federal funding partnerships

Canada

Eligible Funding

Max. $10,000,000
Up to 100% of project cost

Eligible Industries

Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
Mining, quarrying, and oil and gas extraction
Construction
Manufacturing

Types of eligible projects

COMMERCIALIZATIONENVIRONMENT AND CLIMATECONSTRUCTION AND RENOVATION HUMAN RESOURCESBUSINESS BUYOUT

Canada

Grant and FundingOpen

CALQ — Exploration and Research

Funding for artistic research, experimentation, and creative development

Quebec, Canada

Eligible Funding

Max. $25,000

Eligible Industries

Information and cultural industries
Arts, entertainment and recreation

Types of eligible projects

TECHNOLOGYINNOVATION

Quebec, Canada

Grant and FundingOpening Soon

Creating, Knowing and Sharing — Long-Term Projects

Funding for long-term Indigenous artistic projects

Canada

Eligible Funding

Max. $300,000

Eligible Industries

Arts, entertainment and recreation

Types of eligible projects

HUMAN RESOURCESINNOVATION

Canada

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Innovation and R&D grants for companies developing new products, services, or technologies.
Export and international expansion subsidies to help businesses enter new markets.
Workforce development funding for training, hiring, and upskilling employees.
Green energy and sustainability grants for eco-friendly initiatives and energy-efficient projects.
Startup and entrepreneur support programs for new businesses seeking capital and resources.

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Grant and FundingClosed

Tourisme Côte-Nord — EPRTNT – Festivals and events

Tourisme Côte-Nord

Supports regional and digital transformation for sustainable tourism development

Quebec, Canada

Eligible Funding

Max. $10,000
Up to 90% of project cost

Eligible Industries

Arts, entertainment and recreation
Accommodation and food services

Types of eligible projects

ENVIRONMENT AND CLIMATEDIGITAL TRANSFORMATION

Quebec, Canada

Grant and FundingClosed

Arts Across Canada — Foreign Artist Tours

Money for non-profits supporting artists

Canada

Eligible Funding

Max. $75,000
Up to 50% of project cost

Eligible Industries

Arts, entertainment and recreation

Types of eligible projects

Canada

Grant and FundingClosed

Arts Across Canada — Public Outreach

Grant for arts and architecture professionals

Canada

Eligible Funding

Max. $100,000

Eligible Industries

Arts, entertainment and recreation

Types of eligible projects

COMMERCIALIZATION

Canada

Grant and FundingOpen

Ontario Creates Industry Development Program

Funding for the Ontario cultural media industry

Ontario, Canada

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

INNOVATION

Ontario, Canada

Grant and FundingClosed

Explore and Create — Research and Creation

Grant to begin the creative process

Canada

Eligible Funding

Max. $25,000

Eligible Industries

Arts, entertainment and recreation

Types of eligible projects

Canada

Access over 3000 different funding opportunities

Try the helloDarwin platform today and find programs that fit your needs

The helloDarwin application makes it easy to unlock grants so your business can grow faster—with less hassle and more impact.

That’s the problem helloDarwin set out to solve with its grant platform—a tool designed not only to uncover hidden opportunities but to turn them into engines for business growth.

The Reality: Entrepreneurs Don’t Have Time to Chase 28 Government Websites

No guesswork. No 100-page PDFs. No copy-pasting into spreadsheets at 10 p.m. Just a straight line from idea to opportunity—and from opportunity to execution.

Not a Promise. A Proven Process.

Explore — Use a dynamic tool to identify relevant programs based on your business profile, project goals, and sector.
Estimate — Get a personalized forecast of potential funding amounts.
Act — Access expert support to write, file, and manage your grant application all the way through approval.

On the Ground: “We Thought It Wasn’t for Us”

Within 15 minutes, she found she was eligible for:

80% funding for upskilling her team
Up to $50,000 for a digital process transformation
Export assistance for her eco-certified furniture line

With expert help from the platform’s network, two applications were submitted within six weeks. Three months later, the funds were flowing.

Her team kept working. She didn’t miss a single client meeting. The paperwork? Someone else handled it.

The Secret Weapon: Human Expertise + Automated Insight

Once a relevant program is identified, users can activate support from:

Grant application specialists
Financial and tax consultants
Industry-specific advisors (tech, manufacturing, sustainability…)

These professionals know how to speak the language of funding agencies, avoid technical pitfalls, and build credible, compelling submissions that align with government priorities.

Grants as Strategy, Not Serendipity

One of the key cultural shifts that helloDarwin enables is this: stop seeing grants as a bonus. Start using them as a core business strategy.

By integrating public funding into your business roadmap, you can plan projects more effectively, make smarter investments, and time your initiatives with upcoming funding windows.

Take, for instance, a company that plans to hire three engineers in Q2 of next year. With helloDarwin, they can:

See which programs will be active
Prepare their documentation in advance
Maximize their reimbursement rate (often 50%–75%)
Accelerate hiring without overextending cash flow

This is not opportunism. It’s strategic resource allocation—backed by public funding that already exists.

A Platform That Evolves With You

Grants are seasonal. Programs change. Budgets close. That’s why a truly valuable tool must be living, adaptive, and proactive.

helloDarwin’s grant platform updates in real time. Its users receive alerts when:

A new program launches in their region or sector
Their business becomes eligible for something previously unavailable
A deadline is approaching for a high-value grant

It becomes a funding radar, embedded in your growth planning—not a tool you only use in times of desperation.

Who Is It For?

The answer is simple: any business with a project to fund. That includes:

Startups in early or late stages
SMEs looking to modernize
Manufacturers planning to automate
Creative firms digitizing their services
Exporters preparing to go global
Green innovators solving environmental challenges

Whether you're running a two-person creative agency or a 50-person industrial operation, there are grants for you. The only thing missing is a way to find them—and a partner to help unlock them.

Building an Ecosystem, Not Just a Platform

helloDarwin doesn’t work in isolation. It collaborates with:

Local economic development organizations
Industry associations and chambers of commerce
Banks and financial institutions
Professional service firms and consultants

This ecosystem allows the platform to not only recommend funding, but also connect users with vetted experts and service providers who can execute the projects being funded.

Need help building your e-commerce site, launching your ESG strategy, or hiring an export advisor? helloDarwin connects the dots—from funding to fulfillment.

Three Common Mistakes That helloDarwin Helps You Avoid

Waiting Too Long Many businesses defer their plans because they believe it’s “not the right time.” In reality, most grants have narrow windows. Wait too long, and the funding is gone.
Assuming You’re Not Eligible Public funding isn’t just for deep-tech startups or cleantech firms. It supports marketing, recruitment, training, IT upgrades, and much more.
DIY Grant Applications Too many companies go it alone. But one wrong number, one missed document, or one misinterpreted eligibility clause can ruin your chances.

helloDarwin addresses all three by offering structure, automation, and expert support from the start.

A Cultural Shift in How Businesses See Funding

The deeper mission of helloDarwin isn’t just technological—it’s cultural.

A company that integrates grants into its financial strategy can:

Innovate without draining its runway
Recruit more confidently
Accelerate product launches
De-risk export strategies
Improve retention through training and benefits

Grants don’t just lower costs. They unlock momentum.

Grant and FundingClosed

Fund to stimulate international business tourism – Stream 1 - Produce a bid book or business plan

Société de développement des entreprises culturelles (SODEC)

FSTAI stimulates international business tourism in Quebec

Quebec, Canada

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

Quebec, Canada

Grant and FundingOpen

SODEXPORT — Component 3: Collective presence at markets and fairs, and other export activities

Supports collective participation of Quebec cultural businesses at international events

Quebec, Canada

Eligible Funding

No Condition

Eligible Industries

Information and cultural industries
Arts, entertainment and recreation

Types of eligible projects

COMMERCIALIZATION

Quebec, Canada

Grant and FundingClosed

Assistance program for venues

Société de développement des entreprises culturelles (SODEC)

SODEC aids Quebec venues for diverse music scene vitality

Quebec, Canada

Eligible Funding

Max. $50,000
Up to 50% of project cost

Eligible Industries

Arts, entertainment and recreation

Types of eligible projects

COMMERCIALIZATION

Quebec, Canada

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

Quebec, Canada

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

Quebec, Canada

Loans and Capital investmentsOpen

Rouyn-Noranda — FLI-FLS – Entrepreneurial Succession

City of Rouyn-Noranda

FLI-FLS funds projects and entrepreneurial succession in Rouyn-Noranda

Rouyn-Noranda, Quebec

Eligible Funding

Max. $250,000
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

COMMERCIALIZATIONCONSTRUCTION AND RENOVATION BUSINESS BUYOUTDIGITAL TRANSFORMATION

Rouyn-Noranda, Quebec

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Access key insights to maximize your funding opportunities

Understand the different funding programs and find the best options for your business.

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Innovation and R&D grants for companies developing new products, services, or technologies.
Export and international expansion subsidies to help businesses enter new markets.
Workforce development funding for training, hiring, and upskilling employees.
Green energy and sustainability grants for eco-friendly initiatives and energy-efficient projects.
Startup and entrepreneur support programs for new businesses seeking capital and resources.

Maximize Your Business Growth with Non-Repayable Financial Assistance

Take Advantage of Government Funding Opportunities Today

Grant and FundingOpen

Indigenous Arts Projects

Toronto Arts Council (TAO)

Supports creation, development, and presentation of Indigenous arts projects

Toronto, Ontario

Eligible Funding

Max. $15,000

Eligible Industries

Arts, entertainment and recreation

Types of eligible projects

Toronto, Ontario

Grant and FundingOpen

SODEXPORT — Component 5: Strategic initiatives

Société de développement des entreprises culturelles (SODEC)

Supports major cultural export projects with international development potential

Quebec, Canada

Eligible Funding

Max. $100,000
Up to 50% of project cost

Eligible Industries

Information and cultural industries
Arts, entertainment and recreation

Types of eligible projects

COMMERCIALIZATIONINNOVATION

Quebec, Canada

Grant and FundingOpen

MRC Charlevoix-Est — Signature Innovation Fund

MRC Charlevoix-Est

Innovation funding for sustainable tourism in Charlevoix-Est

Clermont, Quebec

Eligible Funding

Max. $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

Clermont, Quebec

Grant and FundingOpen

Black Arts Projects

Toronto Arts Council (TAO)

Supports development and presentation of arts projects by Black creatives

Toronto, Ontario

Eligible Funding

Max. $20,000
Up to 100% of project cost

Eligible Industries

Arts, entertainment and recreation

Types of eligible projects

Toronto, Ontario

Grant and FundingClosed

MRC La Matapédia — Regions and Rurality Fund of La Matapédia - 2024 Business Support Policy

MRC La Matapédia

Support for business growth in rural La Matapédia

Quebec, Canada

Eligible Funding

Max. $150,000
Up to 50% of project cost

Eligible Industries

Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
Professional, scientific and technical services
Arts, entertainment and recreation

Types of eligible projects

COMMERCIALIZATIONBUSINESS BUYOUTDIGITAL TRANSFORMATION

Quebec, Canada

Find tailored funding for your business

Discover more funding opportunities on the helloDarwin platform

Look through over 3000 grants, tax credits, loans and more financial aid on the helloDarwin application.

This is exactly the problem helloDarwin set out to solve.

helloDarwin’s grant platform is flipping the script by turning complexity into clarity and making funding a strategic advantage for Canadian businesses of all sizes.

The Vision: A Smarter Way to Fund Business Growth

At its core, helloDarwin’s grant platform is built on a simple but powerful idea: funding should empower businesses, not overwhelm them.

Step 1: Discovery Made Easy

That’s where helloDarwin’s discovery engine comes in.

Step 2: Clear Guidance and Next Steps

Step 3: Human Expertise When It Matters Most

For businesses that want to maximize their chances of approval, these experts step in to:

Review and validate eligibility
Write or revise grant applications
Build strong business cases aligned with funding priorities
Ensure deadlines are met
Coordinate post-funding reporting

Built for Real Business Use Cases

One of the most compelling aspects of the helloDarwin platform is its adaptability to real-life business scenarios. Here are just a few examples of how companies use the platform:

1. The AI Startup Expanding to Europe

2. The Manufacturing Company Going Green

3. The Agency Hiring Young Talent

A Platform That Grows With You

It’s more than a transactional tool—it’s a business intelligence asset that supports growth over the long term.

Why It Works: Trust, Transparency, and Efficiency

Three values underpin the success of helloDarwin’s grant platform:

Trust Businesses know they are getting objective, vetted information—not biased promotions or limited program listings. The platform operates independently of government agencies and focuses on delivering value to its users first.
Transparency All fees (where applicable) and engagement terms are clear. Grant estimates are realistic, based on program rules, and users are guided toward opportunities that genuinely match their profiles.
Efficiency In a world where time is money, the platform reduces the time spent searching, guessing, and redoing failed submissions. From onboarding to approval, every step is optimized for speed and simplicity.

Making Grants a Growth Habit

This change in mindset has ripple effects. Companies that consistently use grants can:

Experiment with innovative ideas without bearing all the risk
Hire sooner, train better, and retain more talent
Invest in technology and sustainability with confidence
Build resilience against market shocks or supply chain disruptions
Gain recognition and trust from investors, clients, and government partners

Grants become not just about reducing costs, but about unlocking potential.

Who Is It For?

The helloDarwin grant platform is purpose-built for:

Startups exploring early-stage growth and hiring
SMEs seeking to modernize or expand internationally
Manufacturers aiming to automate or go green
Professional service firms investing in tools, marketing, or skills
Nonprofits and social enterprises scaling their impact

It’s ideal for companies with lean teams, limited admin bandwidth, and high-impact ideas that need a push to launch.

A New Standard for Funding Access

In doing so, it supports a more dynamic, resilient, and forward-looking Canadian economy—one company at a time.

Grant and FundingOpen

MRC La Côte-de-Beaupré — Support Measure for Self-Employment

MRC La Côte-de-Beaupré

Support for viable and profitable self-employment business projects

Beaupré, Quebec

Eligible Funding

No Condition

Eligible Industries

Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
Construction
Arts, entertainment and recreation

Types of eligible projects

HUMAN RESOURCES

Beaupré, Quebec

Tax CreditsOpen

Tax credit for multimedia event or environment productions sponsored outside Quebec

Société de développement des entreprises culturelles (SODEC)

Money to showcase your multimedia project outside Quebec

Quebec, Canada

Eligible Funding

No Condition

Eligible Industries

Information and cultural industries
Arts, entertainment and recreation

Types of eligible projects

COMMERCIALIZATION

Quebec, Canada

Grant and FundingOpen

MRC La Jacques-Cartier — Jacques-Cartier Tourism Envelope

MRC La Jacques-Cartier

Support for tourism projects in La Jacques-Cartier region

Quebec, Canada

Eligible Funding

Max. $2,500

Eligible Industries

Arts, entertainment and recreation
Accommodation and food services

Types of eligible projects

INNOVATION

Quebec, Canada

Grant and FundingSuspended

Financial assistance for tourism festivals and events — Stream 3

Quebec tourism event financial assistance program eligibility criteria

Quebec, Canada

Eligible Funding

Max. $1,000,000

Eligible Industries

Arts, entertainment and recreation
Accommodation and food services

Types of eligible projects

ENVIRONMENT AND CLIMATE

Quebec, Canada

Grant and FundingClosed

Musicaction — Support for emerging artists – Production assistance

Société de développement des entreprises culturelles (SODEC)

Canadian grant for emerging artists' digital music production

Quebec, Canada

Eligible Funding

Max. $5,000
Up to 75% of project cost

Eligible Industries

Arts, entertainment and recreation

Types of eligible projects

COMMERCIALIZATION

Quebec, Canada

Tired of scrolling through all these programs?

Filter funding opportunities relevant for your company on the helloDarwin platform

Sort over 3,000 business funds by your industry, projects and location with helloDarwin's free app.

A Platform Designed for Modern Business Needs

A Vast and Continuously Updated Grant Database

Personalized and Smart Grant Matching

Full-Service Expert Support

Diverse Project Categories and Funding Options

Popular funding categories include:

Digital Transformation: software, cybersecurity, automation, AI
Human Resources: hiring graduates, professional training, retention
Export & Market Development: trade missions, translation, digital campaigns
Sustainability: energy efficiency, waste management, eco-certification
R&D & Innovation: product development, process improvement, prototyping
Infrastructure & Capital Assets: renovations, equipment purchases, workspace upgrades

Many programs offer reimbursement rates ranging from 25% to over 90% of eligible costs, and some can be combined for even greater impact.

Direct Impact on Business Performance

A Perfect Balance of Technology and Human Support

Strengthening the Canadian Business Ecosystem

This dynamic ecosystem not only improves outcomes for funded initiatives but also contributes to a more connected and supportive business community.

A Simple and Accessible Process

From Idea to Execution: Enabling Growth

Grant and FundingOpen

SODEXPORT — Component 4: International relations

Supports international cooperation and recognition for Quebec cultural industries

Quebec, Canada

Eligible Funding

No Condition

Eligible Industries

Information and cultural industries
Arts, entertainment and recreation

Types of eligible projects

COMMERCIALIZATION

Quebec, Canada

Grant and FundingClosed

SODEC — Support for cultural events

Société de développement des entreprises culturelles (SODEC)

Support for showcasing and promoting Quebec cultural events

Quebec, Canada

Eligible Funding

Max. $400,000

Eligible Industries

Arts, entertainment and recreation

Types of eligible projects

COMMERCIALIZATIONENVIRONMENT AND CLIMATE

Quebec, Canada

Grant and FundingOpen

Musicaction — Canvassing

Music professionals' travel support for market development

Quebec, Canada

Eligible Funding

Max. $10,000
Up to 50% of project cost

Eligible Industries

Arts, entertainment and recreation

Types of eligible projects

COMMERCIALIZATION

Quebec, Canada

Grant and FundingOpen

Financial assistance for tourism festivals and events — Stream 4

Conseil des arts de Montréal

Financial assistance for Québec festivals and events program

Quebec, Canada

Eligible Funding

Max. $1,000,000
Up to 25% of project cost

Eligible Industries

Arts, entertainment and recreation

Types of eligible projects

ENVIRONMENT AND CLIMATE

Quebec, Canada

Grant and FundingClosed

MRC La Vallée-de-l’Or — Support Program for Events and Festivals

MRC La Vallée-de-l'Or

Support program for festivals and events in La Vallée-de-l’Or

Val-d’Or, Quebec

Eligible Funding

From $500 to $5,000
Up to 70% of project cost

Eligible Industries

Arts, entertainment and recreation

Types of eligible projects

Val-d’Or, Quebec

Discover how much grant funding is available for your business

Subsidize your projects with government financial aid

Use our free grant estimator to quickly identify the available grant amounts for which your company may be eligible.

Unlock Your Business’s Full Potential with Government Grants and Financial Aid

Discover How Much Grant Funding Your Business Can Access

Innovation and R&D grants for companies developing new products, services, or technologies.
Export and international expansion subsidies to help businesses enter new markets.
Workforce development funding for training, hiring, and upskilling employees.
Green energy and sustainability grants for eco-friendly initiatives and energy-efficient projects.
Startup and entrepreneur support programs for new businesses seeking capital and resources.

Maximize Your Business Growth with Non-Repayable Financial Assistance

Take Advantage of Government Funding Opportunities Today

Grant and FundingOpen

Tourisme Baie-James — EPRTNT – Festivals and events

Tourisme Baie-James

Supports tourism events fostering economic and sustainable development

Quebec, Canada

Eligible Funding

Max. $50,000
Up to 50% of project cost

Eligible Industries

Arts, entertainment and recreation

Types of eligible projects

DIGITAL TRANSFORMATION

Quebec, Canada

Grant and FundingOpen

Environmentally responsible production, dissemination, promotion and consolidation or resource-pooling

Support for eco-friendly projects and resource-sharing in arts

Montréal, Quebec

Eligible Funding

Max. $30,000
Up to 80% of project cost

Eligible Industries

Arts, entertainment and recreation

Types of eligible projects

ENVIRONMENT AND CLIMATE

Montréal, Quebec

Grant and FundingOpen

Musicaction — Musical Showcases – Stream 1 - National Showcase

Supporting francophone artists in minority community events

Quebec, Canada

Eligible Funding

Max. $15,000
Up to 75% of project cost

Eligible Industries

Arts, entertainment and recreation

Types of eligible projects

Quebec, Canada

Grant and FundingOpening Soon

Creating, Knowing and Sharing — Short-Term Projects

Funding for short-term Indigenous artistic projects

Canada

Eligible Funding

Max. $100,000

Eligible Industries

Arts, entertainment and recreation

Types of eligible projects

Canada

Grant and FundingOpen

Financial assistance for tourism festivals and events — Stream 2

Québec tourism festival and events financial assistance program

Quebec, Canada

Eligible Funding

Max. $750,000
Up to 50% of project cost

Eligible Industries

Arts, entertainment and recreation
Accommodation and food services

Types of eligible projects

ENVIRONMENT AND CLIMATE

Quebec, Canada

Access over 3000 different funding opportunities

Try the helloDarwin platform today and find programs that fit your needs

The helloDarwin application makes it easy to unlock grants so your business can grow faster—with less hassle and more impact.

That’s the problem helloDarwin set out to solve with its grant platform—a tool designed not only to uncover hidden opportunities but to turn them into engines for business growth.

The Reality: Entrepreneurs Don’t Have Time to Chase 28 Government Websites

No guesswork. No 100-page PDFs. No copy-pasting into spreadsheets at 10 p.m. Just a straight line from idea to opportunity—and from opportunity to execution.

Not a Promise. A Proven Process.

Explore — Use a dynamic tool to identify relevant programs based on your business profile, project goals, and sector.
Estimate — Get a personalized forecast of potential funding amounts.
Act — Access expert support to write, file, and manage your grant application all the way through approval.

On the Ground: “We Thought It Wasn’t for Us”

Within 15 minutes, she found she was eligible for:

80% funding for upskilling her team
Up to $50,000 for a digital process transformation
Export assistance for her eco-certified furniture line

With expert help from the platform’s network, two applications were submitted within six weeks. Three months later, the funds were flowing.

Her team kept working. She didn’t miss a single client meeting. The paperwork? Someone else handled it.

The Secret Weapon: Human Expertise + Automated Insight

Once a relevant program is identified, users can activate support from:

Grant application specialists
Financial and tax consultants
Industry-specific advisors (tech, manufacturing, sustainability…)

These professionals know how to speak the language of funding agencies, avoid technical pitfalls, and build credible, compelling submissions that align with government priorities.

Grants as Strategy, Not Serendipity

One of the key cultural shifts that helloDarwin enables is this: stop seeing grants as a bonus. Start using them as a core business strategy.

By integrating public funding into your business roadmap, you can plan projects more effectively, make smarter investments, and time your initiatives with upcoming funding windows.

Take, for instance, a company that plans to hire three engineers in Q2 of next year. With helloDarwin, they can:

See which programs will be active
Prepare their documentation in advance
Maximize their reimbursement rate (often 50%–75%)
Accelerate hiring without overextending cash flow

This is not opportunism. It’s strategic resource allocation—backed by public funding that already exists.

A Platform That Evolves With You

Grants are seasonal. Programs change. Budgets close. That’s why a truly valuable tool must be living, adaptive, and proactive.

helloDarwin’s grant platform updates in real time. Its users receive alerts when:

A new program launches in their region or sector
Their business becomes eligible for something previously unavailable
A deadline is approaching for a high-value grant

It becomes a funding radar, embedded in your growth planning—not a tool you only use in times of desperation.

Who Is It For?

The answer is simple: any business with a project to fund. That includes:

Startups in early or late stages
SMEs looking to modernize
Manufacturers planning to automate
Creative firms digitizing their services
Exporters preparing to go global
Green innovators solving environmental challenges

Whether you're running a two-person creative agency or a 50-person industrial operation, there are grants for you. The only thing missing is a way to find them—and a partner to help unlock them.

Building an Ecosystem, Not Just a Platform

helloDarwin doesn’t work in isolation. It collaborates with:

Local economic development organizations
Industry associations and chambers of commerce
Banks and financial institutions
Professional service firms and consultants

This ecosystem allows the platform to not only recommend funding, but also connect users with vetted experts and service providers who can execute the projects being funded.

Need help building your e-commerce site, launching your ESG strategy, or hiring an export advisor? helloDarwin connects the dots—from funding to fulfillment.

Three Common Mistakes That helloDarwin Helps You Avoid

Waiting Too Long Many businesses defer their plans because they believe it’s “not the right time.” In reality, most grants have narrow windows. Wait too long, and the funding is gone.
Assuming You’re Not Eligible Public funding isn’t just for deep-tech startups or cleantech firms. It supports marketing, recruitment, training, IT upgrades, and much more.
DIY Grant Applications Too many companies go it alone. But one wrong number, one missed document, or one misinterpreted eligibility clause can ruin your chances.

helloDarwin addresses all three by offering structure, automation, and expert support from the start.

A Cultural Shift in How Businesses See Funding

The deeper mission of helloDarwin isn’t just technological—it’s cultural.

A company that integrates grants into its financial strategy can:

Innovate without draining its runway
Recruit more confidently
Accelerate product launches
De-risk export strategies
Improve retention through training and benefits

Grants don’t just lower costs. They unlock momentum.

Grant and FundingClosed

MRC L'Islet — Support fund for creative caravans

MRC de L'Islet

Mobile cultural initiatives funding in MRC de L'Islet

Saint-Jean-Port-Joli, Quebec

Eligible Funding

Max. $100,000
Up to 75% of project cost

Eligible Industries

Arts, entertainment and recreation

Types of eligible projects

CONSTRUCTION AND RENOVATION INNOVATION

Saint-Jean-Port-Joli, Quebec

Grant and FundingClosed

MRC L'Islet — Support fund for cultural cafés

MRC de L'Islet

Cultural Café Support Fund promotes artistic community spaces

L'Islet, Quebec

Eligible Funding

Max. $25,000
Up to 80% of project cost

Eligible Industries

Arts, entertainment and recreation

Types of eligible projects

L'Islet, Quebec

Grant and FundingOpen

MRC La Côte-de-Beaupré — Event Fund

MRC La Côte-de-Beaupré

$3,000 non-refundable grant for Côte-de-Beaupré event development

Quebec, Canada

Eligible Funding

Max. $3,000

Eligible Industries

Arts, entertainment and recreation
Accommodation and food services

Types of eligible projects

Quebec, Canada

Grant and FundingClosed

Musicaction — Skills development

Société de développement des entreprises culturelles (SODEC)

Supports skill development for Canadian music artists and entrepreneurs

Quebec, Canada

Eligible Funding

Max. $75,000
Up to 75% of project cost

Eligible Industries

Arts, entertainment and recreation

Types of eligible projects

HUMAN RESOURCES

Quebec, Canada

Grant and FundingClosed

SODEC — Assistance for businesses in the arts and crafts sector — Stream 3

Funding for Quebec arts and crafts product retailers and promoters

Quebec, Canada

Eligible Funding

Max. $10,000
Up to 50% of project cost

Eligible Industries

Arts, entertainment and recreation

Types of eligible projects

COMMERCIALIZATIONDIGITAL TRANSFORMATION

Quebec, Canada

Download the official 2025 grants guide

Access key insights to maximize your funding opportunities

Understand the different funding programs and find the best options for your business.

Unlock Your Business’s Full Potential with Government Grants and Financial Aid

Discover How Much Grant Funding Your Business Can Access

Innovation and R&D grants for companies developing new products, services, or technologies.
Export and international expansion subsidies to help businesses enter new markets.
Workforce development funding for training, hiring, and upskilling employees.
Green energy and sustainability grants for eco-friendly initiatives and energy-efficient projects.
Startup and entrepreneur support programs for new businesses seeking capital and resources.

Maximize Your Business Growth with Non-Repayable Financial Assistance

Take Advantage of Government Funding Opportunities Today

Grant and FundingClosed

MRC Kamouraska — Bas-Saint-Laurent Territorial Partnership Program

MRC Kamouraska

Territorial Partnership Program for artistic creation and inclusion

Rimouski, Quebec

Eligible Funding

No Condition

Eligible Industries

Arts, entertainment and recreation

Types of eligible projects

DIGITAL TRANSFORMATION

Rimouski, Quebec

Grant and FundingOpen

Musicaction — National marketing – Stream 1 - Promotion

Société de développement des entreprises culturelles (SODEC)

National music commercialization support for promotion and image production

Quebec, Canada

Eligible Funding

Max. $50,000
Up to 50% of project cost

Eligible Industries

Arts, entertainment and recreation

Types of eligible projects

COMMERCIALIZATION

Quebec, Canada

Grant and FundingClosed

SODEXPORT — Component 1: Strategic development of companies abroad

Supports Quebec cultural companies' international business and market development

Quebec, Canada

Eligible Funding

Max. $160,000
Up to 50% of project cost

Eligible Industries

Information and cultural industries
Arts, entertainment and recreation

Types of eligible projects

COMMERCIALIZATION

Quebec, Canada

Grant and FundingOpen

MRC Collines-de-l'Outaouais — Festivals and Events Support Fund (FSÉF) – Component 2

MRC des Collines-de-l'Outaouais

Support Fund for Local and Emerging Events and Festivals

Quebec, Canada

Eligible Funding

Max. $5,000
Up to 20% of project cost

Eligible Industries

Arts, entertainment and recreation

Types of eligible projects

Quebec, Canada

Loans and Capital investmentsOpen

MRC Beauce-Sartigan — Fund for tourism and cultural events (FÉTC)

MRC Beauce-Sartigan

Tourism and cultural events fund for Beauce-Sartigan nonprofits

Quebec, Canada

Eligible Funding

Max. $25,000

Eligible Industries

Arts, entertainment and recreation

Types of eligible projects

Quebec, Canada

Find tailored funding for your business

Discover more funding opportunities on the helloDarwin platform

Look through over 3000 grants, tax credits, loans and more financial aid on the helloDarwin application.

This is exactly the problem helloDarwin set out to solve.

helloDarwin’s grant platform is flipping the script by turning complexity into clarity and making funding a strategic advantage for Canadian businesses of all sizes.

The Vision: A Smarter Way to Fund Business Growth

At its core, helloDarwin’s grant platform is built on a simple but powerful idea: funding should empower businesses, not overwhelm them.

Step 1: Discovery Made Easy

That’s where helloDarwin’s discovery engine comes in.

Step 2: Clear Guidance and Next Steps

Step 3: Human Expertise When It Matters Most

For businesses that want to maximize their chances of approval, these experts step in to:

Review and validate eligibility
Write or revise grant applications
Build strong business cases aligned with funding priorities
Ensure deadlines are met
Coordinate post-funding reporting

Built for Real Business Use Cases

One of the most compelling aspects of the helloDarwin platform is its adaptability to real-life business scenarios. Here are just a few examples of how companies use the platform:

1. The AI Startup Expanding to Europe

2. The Manufacturing Company Going Green

3. The Agency Hiring Young Talent

A Platform That Grows With You

It’s more than a transactional tool—it’s a business intelligence asset that supports growth over the long term.

Why It Works: Trust, Transparency, and Efficiency

Three values underpin the success of helloDarwin’s grant platform:

Trust Businesses know they are getting objective, vetted information—not biased promotions or limited program listings. The platform operates independently of government agencies and focuses on delivering value to its users first.
Transparency All fees (where applicable) and engagement terms are clear. Grant estimates are realistic, based on program rules, and users are guided toward opportunities that genuinely match their profiles.
Efficiency In a world where time is money, the platform reduces the time spent searching, guessing, and redoing failed submissions. From onboarding to approval, every step is optimized for speed and simplicity.

Making Grants a Growth Habit

This change in mindset has ripple effects. Companies that consistently use grants can:

Experiment with innovative ideas without bearing all the risk
Hire sooner, train better, and retain more talent
Invest in technology and sustainability with confidence
Build resilience against market shocks or supply chain disruptions
Gain recognition and trust from investors, clients, and government partners

Grants become not just about reducing costs, but about unlocking potential.

Who Is It For?

The helloDarwin grant platform is purpose-built for:

Startups exploring early-stage growth and hiring
SMEs seeking to modernize or expand internationally
Manufacturers aiming to automate or go green
Professional service firms investing in tools, marketing, or skills
Nonprofits and social enterprises scaling their impact

It’s ideal for companies with lean teams, limited admin bandwidth, and high-impact ideas that need a push to launch.

A New Standard for Funding Access

In doing so, it supports a more dynamic, resilient, and forward-looking Canadian economy—one company at a time.

Grant and FundingClosed

Regional partnership and digital transformation agreement for tourism 2022-2025 – Festivals and events

Tourisme Saguenay–Lac-Saint-Jean

Supports sustainable tourism festival and event development

Quebec, Canada

Eligible Funding

From $60,000 to $15,000

Eligible Industries

Arts, entertainment and recreation
Accommodation and food services

Types of eligible projects

DIGITAL TRANSFORMATION

Quebec, Canada

Grant and FundingOpen

SODEXPORT – Component 2.2 : Support for touring music and variety shows abroad

Société de développement des entreprises culturelles (SODEC)

Financial support for Quebec music and variety show tours abroad

Quebec, Canada

Eligible Funding

Max. $25,000
Up to 40% of project cost

Eligible Industries

Information and cultural industries
Arts, entertainment and recreation

Types of eligible projects

COMMERCIALIZATION

Quebec, Canada

Grant and FundingOpen

SODEXPORT — Component 2.1: Support for business opportunities and promotion abroad

Société de développement des entreprises culturelles (SODEC)

Supports Quebec music businesses expanding and promoting internationally

Quebec, Canada

Eligible Funding

Max. $20,000
Up to 50% of project cost

Eligible Industries

Information and cultural industries
Arts, entertainment and recreation

Types of eligible projects

COMMERCIALIZATION

Quebec, Canada

Wage Subsidies And InternsOpen

FedNor — Economic Development Initiative (EDI)

Federal Economic Development Agency for Northern Ontario (FedNor)

Supporting Francophone economic growth in Northern Ontario

Ontario, Canada

Eligible Funding

Up to 90% of project cost

Eligible Industries

Information and cultural industries
Educational services
Arts, entertainment and recreation

Types of eligible projects

COMMERCIALIZATIONHUMAN RESOURCESINNOVATION

Ontario, Canada

Grant and FundingClosed

Musicaction — Musical Showcases – Stream 4 - Event in song in French Canada

Funding for Francophone musical events in Canada and Quebec

Quebec, Canada

Eligible Funding

Max. $85,000
Up to 75% of project cost

Eligible Industries

Arts, entertainment and recreation

Types of eligible projects

Quebec, Canada

Tired of scrolling through all these programs?

Filter funding opportunities relevant for your company on the helloDarwin platform

Sort over 3,000 business funds by your industry, projects and location with helloDarwin's free app.

A Platform Designed for Modern Business Needs

A Vast and Continuously Updated Grant Database

Personalized and Smart Grant Matching

Full-Service Expert Support

Diverse Project Categories and Funding Options

Popular funding categories include:

Digital Transformation: software, cybersecurity, automation, AI
Human Resources: hiring graduates, professional training, retention
Export & Market Development: trade missions, translation, digital campaigns
Sustainability: energy efficiency, waste management, eco-certification
R&D & Innovation: product development, process improvement, prototyping
Infrastructure & Capital Assets: renovations, equipment purchases, workspace upgrades

Many programs offer reimbursement rates ranging from 25% to over 90% of eligible costs, and some can be combined for even greater impact.

Direct Impact on Business Performance

A Perfect Balance of Technology and Human Support

Strengthening the Canadian Business Ecosystem

This dynamic ecosystem not only improves outcomes for funded initiatives but also contributes to a more connected and supportive business community.

A Simple and Accessible Process

From Idea to Execution: Enabling Growth

Grant and FundingClosed

Musicaction — National marketing – Stream 2 - Stage activities

Support for national sound recording marketing through performances

Quebec, Canada

Eligible Funding

Max. $25,000
Up to 50% of project cost

Eligible Industries

Arts, entertainment and recreation

Types of eligible projects

COMMERCIALIZATION

Quebec, Canada

Grant and FundingClosed

Musicaction — Title production and promotion

Program funds production of Francophone and Indigenous sound recordings

Quebec, Canada

Eligible Funding

Max. $25,000
Up to 50% of project cost

Eligible Industries

Arts, entertainment and recreation

Types of eligible projects

COMMERCIALIZATION

Quebec, Canada

Grant and FundingClosed

Program to help Québec tourism activities, attractions and events go digital — Incoming and fixed-price agencies

MRC des Collines-de-l'Outaouais

Digital transformation support for Quebec's tourism industry

Quebec, Canada

Eligible Funding

From $10,000 to $60
Up to 75% of project cost

Eligible Industries

Arts, entertainment and recreation
Accommodation and food services

Types of eligible projects

DIGITAL TRANSFORMATION

Quebec, Canada

Grant and FundingClosed

MRC Collines-de-l'Outaouais — Festivals and Events Support Fund (FSÉF) – Component 1

Support fund for events and festivals in Outaouais

Quebec, Canada

Eligible Funding

Max. $5,000
Up to 20% of project cost

Eligible Industries

Arts, entertainment and recreation

Types of eligible projects

Quebec, Canada

Grant and FundingOpen

Musicaction — International Commercialization – Stream 1 Exploring a Target Market

MRC de La Nouvelle-Beauce

Supports Canadian artists' international market exploration and integration

Quebec, Canada

Eligible Funding

Max. $25,000
Up to 75% of project cost

Eligible Industries

Arts, entertainment and recreation

Types of eligible projects

COMMERCIALIZATION

Quebec, Canada

Discover how much grant funding is available for your business

Subsidize your projects with government financial aid

Use our free grant estimator to quickly identify the available grant amounts for which your company may be eligible.

Unlock Your Business’s Full Potential with Government Grants and Financial Aid

Discover How Much Grant Funding Your Business Can Access

Innovation and R&D grants for companies developing new products, services, or technologies.
Export and international expansion subsidies to help businesses enter new markets.
Workforce development funding for training, hiring, and upskilling employees.
Green energy and sustainability grants for eco-friendly initiatives and energy-efficient projects.
Startup and entrepreneur support programs for new businesses seeking capital and resources.

Maximize Your Business Growth with Non-Repayable Financial Assistance

Take Advantage of Government Funding Opportunities Today

Grant and FundingClosed

MRC Charlevoix — Support Fund for the Emergence of Business Projects

MRC Charlevoix

Funding for business growth and entrepreneurship in Charlevoix

Baie-Saint-Paul, Quebec

Eligible Funding

Max. $100,000
Up to 50% of project cost

Eligible Industries

Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
Manufacturing
Professional, scientific and technical services
Arts, entertainment and recreation

Types of eligible projects

TECHNOLOGYBUSINESS BUYOUTINNOVATION

Baie-Saint-Paul, Quebec

Grant and FundingClosed

MRC Kamouraska — Support Program for Innovative Projects for Cultural Development and Community Animation

MRC Kamouraska

Innovative cultural development and community animation grant program

Quebec, Canada

Eligible Funding

Max. $4,000

Eligible Industries

Arts, entertainment and recreation

Types of eligible projects

INNOVATION

Quebec, Canada

Loans and Capital investmentsOpen

MRC La Côte-de-Beaupré — Local Investment Fund (FLI) – Local Solidarity Fund (FLS)

MRC La Côte-de-Beaupré

Local funds support startups and expanding businesses with loans

Beaupré, Quebec

Eligible Funding

Max. $150,000

Eligible Industries

Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
Construction
Arts, entertainment and recreation

Types of eligible projects

COMMERCIALIZATIONCONSTRUCTION AND RENOVATION

Beaupré, Quebec

Loans and Capital investmentsOpen

MRC La Nouvelle-Beauce — Local investment and solidarity funds (FLI and FLS)

Support for job creation and business growth in Nouvelle-Beauce

Quebec, Canada

Eligible Funding

From $10,000 to $250,000

Eligible Industries

Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
Manufacturing
Arts, entertainment and recreation
Accommodation and food services

Types of eligible projects

CONSTRUCTION AND RENOVATION BUSINESS BUYOUT

Quebec, Canada

Grant and FundingClosed

MRC Charlevoix-Est — Support for Structuring Projects

MRC Charlevoix-Est

Support for structural projects to revitalize communities

Quebec, Canada

Eligible Funding

Up to 80% of project cost

Eligible Industries

Educational services
Arts, entertainment and recreation
Public administration

Types of eligible projects

Quebec, Canada

Access over 3000 different funding opportunities

Try the helloDarwin platform today and find programs that fit your needs

The helloDarwin application makes it easy to unlock grants so your business can grow faster—with less hassle and more impact.

That’s the problem helloDarwin set out to solve with its grant platform—a tool designed not only to uncover hidden opportunities but to turn them into engines for business growth.

The Reality: Entrepreneurs Don’t Have Time to Chase 28 Government Websites

No guesswork. No 100-page PDFs. No copy-pasting into spreadsheets at 10 p.m. Just a straight line from idea to opportunity—and from opportunity to execution.

Not a Promise. A Proven Process.

Explore — Use a dynamic tool to identify relevant programs based on your business profile, project goals, and sector.
Estimate — Get a personalized forecast of potential funding amounts.
Act — Access expert support to write, file, and manage your grant application all the way through approval.

On the Ground: “We Thought It Wasn’t for Us”

Within 15 minutes, she found she was eligible for:

80% funding for upskilling her team
Up to $50,000 for a digital process transformation
Export assistance for her eco-certified furniture line

With expert help from the platform’s network, two applications were submitted within six weeks. Three months later, the funds were flowing.

Her team kept working. She didn’t miss a single client meeting. The paperwork? Someone else handled it.

The Secret Weapon: Human Expertise + Automated Insight

Once a relevant program is identified, users can activate support from:

Grant application specialists
Financial and tax consultants
Industry-specific advisors (tech, manufacturing, sustainability…)

These professionals know how to speak the language of funding agencies, avoid technical pitfalls, and build credible, compelling submissions that align with government priorities.

Grants as Strategy, Not Serendipity

One of the key cultural shifts that helloDarwin enables is this: stop seeing grants as a bonus. Start using them as a core business strategy.

By integrating public funding into your business roadmap, you can plan projects more effectively, make smarter investments, and time your initiatives with upcoming funding windows.

Take, for instance, a company that plans to hire three engineers in Q2 of next year. With helloDarwin, they can:

See which programs will be active
Prepare their documentation in advance
Maximize their reimbursement rate (often 50%–75%)
Accelerate hiring without overextending cash flow

This is not opportunism. It’s strategic resource allocation—backed by public funding that already exists.

A Platform That Evolves With You

Grants are seasonal. Programs change. Budgets close. That’s why a truly valuable tool must be living, adaptive, and proactive.

helloDarwin’s grant platform updates in real time. Its users receive alerts when:

A new program launches in their region or sector
Their business becomes eligible for something previously unavailable
A deadline is approaching for a high-value grant

It becomes a funding radar, embedded in your growth planning—not a tool you only use in times of desperation.

Who Is It For?

The answer is simple: any business with a project to fund. That includes:

Startups in early or late stages
SMEs looking to modernize
Manufacturers planning to automate
Creative firms digitizing their services
Exporters preparing to go global
Green innovators solving environmental challenges

Whether you're running a two-person creative agency or a 50-person industrial operation, there are grants for you. The only thing missing is a way to find them—and a partner to help unlock them.

Building an Ecosystem, Not Just a Platform

helloDarwin doesn’t work in isolation. It collaborates with:

Local economic development organizations
Industry associations and chambers of commerce
Banks and financial institutions
Professional service firms and consultants

This ecosystem allows the platform to not only recommend funding, but also connect users with vetted experts and service providers who can execute the projects being funded.

Need help building your e-commerce site, launching your ESG strategy, or hiring an export advisor? helloDarwin connects the dots—from funding to fulfillment.

Three Common Mistakes That helloDarwin Helps You Avoid

Waiting Too Long Many businesses defer their plans because they believe it’s “not the right time.” In reality, most grants have narrow windows. Wait too long, and the funding is gone.
Assuming You’re Not Eligible Public funding isn’t just for deep-tech startups or cleantech firms. It supports marketing, recruitment, training, IT upgrades, and much more.
DIY Grant Applications Too many companies go it alone. But one wrong number, one missed document, or one misinterpreted eligibility clause can ruin your chances.

helloDarwin addresses all three by offering structure, automation, and expert support from the start.

A Cultural Shift in How Businesses See Funding

The deeper mission of helloDarwin isn’t just technological—it’s cultural.

A company that integrates grants into its financial strategy can:

Innovate without draining its runway
Recruit more confidently
Accelerate product launches
De-risk export strategies
Improve retention through training and benefits

Grants don’t just lower costs. They unlock momentum.

Grant and FundingClosed

Tourism Growth Program (TGP) — Quebec

Canada Economic Development for Quebec Regions (CED)

Tourism Growth Program boosts Quebec's regional tourism attractions

Quebec, Canada

Eligible Funding

From $60,000 to $250,000
Up to 15% of project cost

Eligible Industries

Arts, entertainment and recreation
Accommodation and food services

Types of eligible projects

ENVIRONMENT AND CLIMATE

Quebec, Canada

Grant and FundingOpen

Musicaction — International Event

Foundation Assisting Canadian Talent on Recordings (FACTR)

Program supports Canadian artists' international career development

Quebec, Canada

Eligible Funding

Max. $60,000
Up to 75% of project cost

Eligible Industries

Arts, entertainment and recreation

Types of eligible projects

COMMERCIALIZATION

Quebec, Canada

Grant and FundingOpen

FACTOR funding for the sound recording industry

Financial support for musicians (en-language market)

Canada

Eligible Funding

From $5,000 to $5,000

Eligible Industries

Information and cultural industries
Arts, entertainment and recreation

Types of eligible projects

COMMERCIALIZATION

Canada

Grant and FundingClosed

Assistance program for Festivals, Events and Museum exhibitions

Tourisme Montréal

Tourism Montreal supports festivals enhancing destination appeal

Montréal, Quebec

Eligible Funding

Min. $10,000
Up to 10% of project cost

Eligible Industries

Arts, entertainment and recreation

Types of eligible projects

COMMERCIALIZATION

Montréal, Quebec

Grant and FundingOpen

Business Rebate Program

NB Power

Supports business energy efficiency upgrades in New Brunswick

New Brunswick, Canada

Eligible Funding

Max. $250,000
Up to 25% of project cost

Eligible Industries

Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
Utilities
Construction
Manufacturing

Types of eligible projects

ENVIRONMENT AND CLIMATE

New Brunswick, Canada

Download the official 2025 grants guide

Access key insights to maximize your funding opportunities

Understand the different funding programs and find the best options for your business.

Unlock Your Business’s Full Potential with Government Grants and Financial Aid

Discover How Much Grant Funding Your Business Can Access

Innovation and R&D grants for companies developing new products, services, or technologies.
Export and international expansion subsidies to help businesses enter new markets.
Workforce development funding for training, hiring, and upskilling employees.
Green energy and sustainability grants for eco-friendly initiatives and energy-efficient projects.
Startup and entrepreneur support programs for new businesses seeking capital and resources.

Maximize Your Business Growth with Non-Repayable Financial Assistance

Take Advantage of Government Funding Opportunities Today

Grant and FundingClosed

Canada Council for the Arts — Prizes

Money and other prizes for artists

Canada

Eligible Funding

No Condition

Eligible Industries

Educational services
Arts, entertainment and recreation
Other services (except public administration)

Types of eligible projects

Canada

Grant and FundingOpenClosing Soon

Creating, Knowing and Sharing — Small-Scale Activities

Financial support for Indigenous artistic development

Canada

Eligible Funding

Max. $3,000

Eligible Industries

Arts, entertainment and recreation

Types of eligible projects

Canada

Grant and FundingOpen

OAC — Music – French-language projects

Supports French-language music projects for professional Ontario artists

Ontario, Canada

Eligible Funding

Max. $10,000

Eligible Industries

Arts, entertainment and recreation

Types of eligible projects

Ontario, Canada

Grant and FundingOpen

AFA — Indigenous Arts Individual Project Funding

Funding opportunity for Indigenous artists' development in Alberta

Alberta, Canada

Eligible Funding

Max. $18,000

Eligible Industries

Arts, entertainment and recreation

Types of eligible projects

Alberta, Canada

Grant and FundingClosed

Articipate — Creation and Development Grant

Articipate

Funding support for developing new artistic work in Ottawa-Gatineau

Ottawa, Ontario

Eligible Funding

Max. $5,000

Eligible Industries

Arts, entertainment and recreation

Types of eligible projects

Ottawa, Ontario

Find tailored funding for your business

Discover more funding opportunities on the helloDarwin platform

Look through over 3000 grants, tax credits, loans and more financial aid on the helloDarwin application.

This is exactly the problem helloDarwin set out to solve.

helloDarwin’s grant platform is flipping the script by turning complexity into clarity and making funding a strategic advantage for Canadian businesses of all sizes.

The Vision: A Smarter Way to Fund Business Growth

At its core, helloDarwin’s grant platform is built on a simple but powerful idea: funding should empower businesses, not overwhelm them.

Step 1: Discovery Made Easy

That’s where helloDarwin’s discovery engine comes in.

Step 2: Clear Guidance and Next Steps

Step 3: Human Expertise When It Matters Most

For businesses that want to maximize their chances of approval, these experts step in to:

Review and validate eligibility
Write or revise grant applications
Build strong business cases aligned with funding priorities
Ensure deadlines are met
Coordinate post-funding reporting

Built for Real Business Use Cases

One of the most compelling aspects of the helloDarwin platform is its adaptability to real-life business scenarios. Here are just a few examples of how companies use the platform:

1. The AI Startup Expanding to Europe

2. The Manufacturing Company Going Green

3. The Agency Hiring Young Talent

A Platform That Grows With You

It’s more than a transactional tool—it’s a business intelligence asset that supports growth over the long term.

Why It Works: Trust, Transparency, and Efficiency

Three values underpin the success of helloDarwin’s grant platform:

Trust Businesses know they are getting objective, vetted information—not biased promotions or limited program listings. The platform operates independently of government agencies and focuses on delivering value to its users first.
Transparency All fees (where applicable) and engagement terms are clear. Grant estimates are realistic, based on program rules, and users are guided toward opportunities that genuinely match their profiles.
Efficiency In a world where time is money, the platform reduces the time spent searching, guessing, and redoing failed submissions. From onboarding to approval, every step is optimized for speed and simplicity.

Making Grants a Growth Habit

This change in mindset has ripple effects. Companies that consistently use grants can:

Experiment with innovative ideas without bearing all the risk
Hire sooner, train better, and retain more talent
Invest in technology and sustainability with confidence
Build resilience against market shocks or supply chain disruptions
Gain recognition and trust from investors, clients, and government partners

Grants become not just about reducing costs, but about unlocking potential.

Who Is It For?

The helloDarwin grant platform is purpose-built for:

Startups exploring early-stage growth and hiring
SMEs seeking to modernize or expand internationally
Manufacturers aiming to automate or go green
Professional service firms investing in tools, marketing, or skills
Nonprofits and social enterprises scaling their impact

It’s ideal for companies with lean teams, limited admin bandwidth, and high-impact ideas that need a push to launch.

A New Standard for Funding Access

In doing so, it supports a more dynamic, resilient, and forward-looking Canadian economy—one company at a time.

Grant and FundingOpen

OAC — Music Creation Projects

Supports Ontario artists in creating new, original musical works

Ontario, Canada

Eligible Funding

Max. $20,000

Eligible Industries

Arts, entertainment and recreation

Types of eligible projects

Ontario, Canada

Grant and FundingOpen

OAC — Dance Organizations: Operating

Government of British Columbia

Supports operating funding for professional dance organizations in Ontario

Ontario, Canada

Eligible Funding

No Condition

Eligible Industries

Educational services
Arts, entertainment and recreation

Types of eligible projects

Ontario, Canada

Grant and FundingClosed

British Columbia Arts Council Funding

Funding for the arts in British Columbia

British Columbia, Canada

Eligible Funding

No Condition

Eligible Industries

Arts, entertainment and recreation

Types of eligible projects

British Columbia, Canada

Grant and FundingOpen

OAC — French-language broadcasting - how it works

CCTT Network - Synchronex

Supports Ontario's French-language professional arts organizations' operating activities

Ontario, Canada

Eligible Funding

Min. $75,000

Eligible Industries

Information and cultural industries
Arts, entertainment and recreation

Types of eligible projects

Ontario, Canada

Researchers And FacilitiesExpert AdviceOpen

Synchronex

Research centres and technical experts across Quebec

Quebec, Canada

Eligible Funding

No Condition

Eligible Industries

Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
Manufacturing
Transportation and warehousing
Professional, scientific and technical services

Types of eligible projects

TECHNOLOGY

Quebec, Canada

Tired of scrolling through all these programs?

Filter funding opportunities relevant for your company on the helloDarwin platform

Sort over 3,000 business funds by your industry, projects and location with helloDarwin's free app.

A Platform Designed for Modern Business Needs

A Vast and Continuously Updated Grant Database

Personalized and Smart Grant Matching

Full-Service Expert Support

Diverse Project Categories and Funding Options

Popular funding categories include:

Digital Transformation: software, cybersecurity, automation, AI
Human Resources: hiring graduates, professional training, retention
Export & Market Development: trade missions, translation, digital campaigns
Sustainability: energy efficiency, waste management, eco-certification
R&D & Innovation: product development, process improvement, prototyping
Infrastructure & Capital Assets: renovations, equipment purchases, workspace upgrades

Many programs offer reimbursement rates ranging from 25% to over 90% of eligible costs, and some can be combined for even greater impact.

Direct Impact on Business Performance

A Perfect Balance of Technology and Human Support

Strengthening the Canadian Business Ecosystem

This dynamic ecosystem not only improves outcomes for funded initiatives but also contributes to a more connected and supportive business community.

A Simple and Accessible Process

From Idea to Execution: Enabling Growth

Partnering and CollaborationGrant and FundingClosed

Call for projects for digital cultural development in the Canadian Francophonie

Supports digital cultural development in the Canadian Francophonie

Quebec, Canada

Eligible Funding

Max. $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

Quebec, Canada

Grant and FundingClosed

Musicaction — Incubator project

Artist export career development through intensive skill sessions

Quebec, Canada

Eligible Funding

No Condition

Eligible Industries

Arts, entertainment and recreation

Types of eligible projects

Quebec, Canada

Grant and FundingOpen

AFA — Music Individual Project Funding

Ministère de l'économie, de l'innovation et de l'énergie du Québec (MEIE)

Funding up to $18,000 for Alberta artists' music projects

Alberta, Canada

Eligible Funding

Max. $18,000

Eligible Industries

Arts, entertainment and recreation

Types of eligible projects

Alberta, Canada

Grant and FundingClosed

Northwest Territories Arts Council Funding

NWT Arts Council

Financial support for Northwest Territories artists and art projects

Northwest Territories, Canada

Eligible Funding

Max. $5,000

Eligible Industries

Arts, entertainment and recreation

Types of eligible projects

Northwest Territories, Canada

Grant and FundingWage Subsidies And InternsArchived

Regional Initiatives Fund (FAIR)

Supports economic development and innovation in Gaspésie–Îles-de-la-Madeleine region

Quebec, Canada

Eligible Funding

Max. $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

Quebec, Canada

Discover how much grant funding is available for your business

Subsidize your projects with government financial aid

Use our free grant estimator to quickly identify the available grant amounts for which your company may be eligible.

Unlock Your Business’s Full Potential with Government Grants and Financial Aid

Discover How Much Grant Funding Your Business Can Access

Innovation and R&D grants for companies developing new products, services, or technologies.
Export and international expansion subsidies to help businesses enter new markets.
Workforce development funding for training, hiring, and upskilling employees.
Green energy and sustainability grants for eco-friendly initiatives and energy-efficient projects.
Startup and entrepreneur support programs for new businesses seeking capital and resources.

Maximize Your Business Growth with Non-Repayable Financial Assistance

Take Advantage of Government Funding Opportunities Today

Grant and FundingOpening Soon

Community Facility Enhancement Program Large (CFEP)

Government of Alberta

Funding for enhancing Alberta public-use community facilities

Alberta, Canada

Eligible Funding

From $125,000 to $1,000,000
Up to 50% of project cost

Eligible Industries

Information and cultural industries
Educational services
Health care and social assistance
Arts, entertainment and recreation

Types of eligible projects

Alberta, Canada

Grant and FundingOpening Soon

Arts Abroad — Translation

Money to translate artistic works for international presentation

Canada

Eligible Funding

Max. $20,000
Up to 50% of project cost

Eligible Industries

Information and cultural industries
Arts, entertainment and recreation

Types of eligible projects

Canada

Grant and FundingClosed

OMIF — Music Industry Initiatives

Funding for music service organizations in Ontario

Ontario, Canada

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

Ontario, Canada

Grant and FundingOpen

OAC — Multi and Inter-Arts Projects

Supports multi- and inter-arts creation, production, and development

Ontario, Canada

Eligible Funding

Max. $20,000

Eligible Industries

Arts, entertainment and recreation

Types of eligible projects

Ontario, Canada

Grant and FundingOpen

AFA — Professional Performing Arts Organizations Operating Funding

Three-year funding for Alberta's professional performing arts organizations

Alberta, Canada

Eligible Funding

Up to 10% of project cost

Eligible Industries

Arts, entertainment and recreation

Types of eligible projects

Alberta, Canada

Access over 3000 different funding opportunities

Try the helloDarwin platform today and find programs that fit your needs

The helloDarwin application makes it easy to unlock grants so your business can grow faster—with less hassle and more impact.

That’s the problem helloDarwin set out to solve with its grant platform—a tool designed not only to uncover hidden opportunities but to turn them into engines for business growth.

The Reality: Entrepreneurs Don’t Have Time to Chase 28 Government Websites

No guesswork. No 100-page PDFs. No copy-pasting into spreadsheets at 10 p.m. Just a straight line from idea to opportunity—and from opportunity to execution.

Not a Promise. A Proven Process.

Explore — Use a dynamic tool to identify relevant programs based on your business profile, project goals, and sector.
Estimate — Get a personalized forecast of potential funding amounts.
Act — Access expert support to write, file, and manage your grant application all the way through approval.

On the Ground: “We Thought It Wasn’t for Us”

Within 15 minutes, she found she was eligible for:

80% funding for upskilling her team
Up to $50,000 for a digital process transformation
Export assistance for her eco-certified furniture line

With expert help from the platform’s network, two applications were submitted within six weeks. Three months later, the funds were flowing.

Her team kept working. She didn’t miss a single client meeting. The paperwork? Someone else handled it.

The Secret Weapon: Human Expertise + Automated Insight

Once a relevant program is identified, users can activate support from:

Grant application specialists
Financial and tax consultants
Industry-specific advisors (tech, manufacturing, sustainability…)

These professionals know how to speak the language of funding agencies, avoid technical pitfalls, and build credible, compelling submissions that align with government priorities.

Grants as Strategy, Not Serendipity

One of the key cultural shifts that helloDarwin enables is this: stop seeing grants as a bonus. Start using them as a core business strategy.

By integrating public funding into your business roadmap, you can plan projects more effectively, make smarter investments, and time your initiatives with upcoming funding windows.

Take, for instance, a company that plans to hire three engineers in Q2 of next year. With helloDarwin, they can:

See which programs will be active
Prepare their documentation in advance
Maximize their reimbursement rate (often 50%–75%)
Accelerate hiring without overextending cash flow

This is not opportunism. It’s strategic resource allocation—backed by public funding that already exists.

A Platform That Evolves With You

Grants are seasonal. Programs change. Budgets close. That’s why a truly valuable tool must be living, adaptive, and proactive.

helloDarwin’s grant platform updates in real time. Its users receive alerts when:

A new program launches in their region or sector
Their business becomes eligible for something previously unavailable
A deadline is approaching for a high-value grant

It becomes a funding radar, embedded in your growth planning—not a tool you only use in times of desperation.

Who Is It For?

The answer is simple: any business with a project to fund. That includes:

Startups in early or late stages
SMEs looking to modernize
Manufacturers planning to automate
Creative firms digitizing their services
Exporters preparing to go global
Green innovators solving environmental challenges

Whether you're running a two-person creative agency or a 50-person industrial operation, there are grants for you. The only thing missing is a way to find them—and a partner to help unlock them.

Building an Ecosystem, Not Just a Platform

helloDarwin doesn’t work in isolation. It collaborates with:

Local economic development organizations
Industry associations and chambers of commerce
Banks and financial institutions
Professional service firms and consultants

This ecosystem allows the platform to not only recommend funding, but also connect users with vetted experts and service providers who can execute the projects being funded.

Need help building your e-commerce site, launching your ESG strategy, or hiring an export advisor? helloDarwin connects the dots—from funding to fulfillment.

Three Common Mistakes That helloDarwin Helps You Avoid

Waiting Too Long Many businesses defer their plans because they believe it’s “not the right time.” In reality, most grants have narrow windows. Wait too long, and the funding is gone.
Assuming You’re Not Eligible Public funding isn’t just for deep-tech startups or cleantech firms. It supports marketing, recruitment, training, IT upgrades, and much more.
DIY Grant Applications Too many companies go it alone. But one wrong number, one missed document, or one misinterpreted eligibility clause can ruin your chances.

helloDarwin addresses all three by offering structure, automation, and expert support from the start.

A Cultural Shift in How Businesses See Funding

The deeper mission of helloDarwin isn’t just technological—it’s cultural.

A company that integrates grants into its financial strategy can:

Innovate without draining its runway
Recruit more confidently
Accelerate product launches
De-risk export strategies
Improve retention through training and benefits

Grants don’t just lower costs. They unlock momentum.

Grant and FundingClosed

Musicaction — Support for music entrepreneurs and organizations working in Francophone OLMCs

Support for Francophone minority music entrepreneurs and organizations

Canada

Eligible Funding

Max. $75,000
Up to 90% of project cost

Eligible Industries

Arts, entertainment and recreation

Types of eligible projects

COMMERCIALIZATION

Canada

Grant and FundingOpen

OAC — Dance Projects

Supports creation, production, and development of professional dance projects

Ontario, Canada

Eligible Funding

Max. $20,000

Eligible Industries

Arts, entertainment and recreation

Types of eligible projects

Ontario, Canada

Grant and FundingOpening Soon

Creating, Knowing and Sharing — Travel

Travel funds for Indigenous artists

Canada

Eligible Funding

Max. $30,000

Eligible Industries

Information and cultural industries
Arts, entertainment and recreation

Types of eligible projects

COMMERCIALIZATION

Canada

Grant and FundingClosed

Live Music

Toronto Arts Council (TAO)

Supports B.C. live music events and industry sustainability

British Columbia, Canada

Eligible Funding

From $2,000 to $50,000
Up to 50% of project cost

Eligible Industries

Arts, entertainment and recreation

Types of eligible projects

TECHNOLOGYCONSTRUCTION AND RENOVATION INNOVATION

British Columbia, Canada

Grant and FundingOpening Soon

TAO — TAC Accessibility Grant

Supports accessibility costs for artists in funded projects

Ontario, Canada

Eligible Funding

Max. $5,000

Eligible Industries

Arts, entertainment and recreation

Types of eligible projects

Ontario, Canada

Download the official 2025 grants guide

Access key insights to maximize your funding opportunities

Understand the different funding programs and find the best options for your business.

Unlock Your Business’s Full Potential with Government Grants and Financial Aid

Discover How Much Grant Funding Your Business Can Access

Innovation and R&D grants for companies developing new products, services, or technologies.
Export and international expansion subsidies to help businesses enter new markets.
Workforce development funding for training, hiring, and upskilling employees.
Green energy and sustainability grants for eco-friendly initiatives and energy-efficient projects.
Startup and entrepreneur support programs for new businesses seeking capital and resources.

Maximize Your Business Growth with Non-Repayable Financial Assistance

Take Advantage of Government Funding Opportunities Today

Grant and FundingOpen

AFA — Major Arts Presenters Operating Funding

Funding for Alberta-based major arts presenters organizations

Alberta, Canada

Eligible Funding

No Condition

Eligible Industries

Arts, entertainment and recreation

Types of eligible projects

Alberta, Canada

Grant and FundingOpen

AFA — Provincial Arts Service Organizations Operating Funding

Funding for province-wide arts organizations in Alberta

Alberta, Canada

Eligible Funding

Up to 50% of project cost

Eligible Industries

Arts, entertainment and recreation

Types of eligible projects

Alberta, Canada

Grant and FundingOpening Soon

Arts Across Canada — Circulation and Touring

Financial support for arts touring and exhibition

Canada

Eligible Funding

Max. $200,000
Up to 50% of project cost

Eligible Industries

Information and cultural industries
Arts, entertainment and recreation

Types of eligible projects

COMMERCIALIZATION

Canada

Grant and FundingClosed

General Admission Festivals Program

Telefilm Canada

Funding for small and emerging Canadian film festivals

Canada

Eligible Funding

From $5,000 to $15,000

Eligible Industries

Arts, entertainment and recreation

Types of eligible projects

Canada

Grant and FundingOpen

AFA — Art Acquisitions by Application

AFA purchases artworks for permanent collection from Alberta artists

Edmonton, Alberta

Eligible Funding

No Condition

Eligible Industries

Arts, entertainment and recreation

Types of eligible projects

Edmonton, Alberta

Find tailored funding for your business

Discover more funding opportunities on the helloDarwin platform

Look through over 3000 grants, tax credits, loans and more financial aid on the helloDarwin application.

This is exactly the problem helloDarwin set out to solve.

helloDarwin’s grant platform is flipping the script by turning complexity into clarity and making funding a strategic advantage for Canadian businesses of all sizes.

The Vision: A Smarter Way to Fund Business Growth

At its core, helloDarwin’s grant platform is built on a simple but powerful idea: funding should empower businesses, not overwhelm them.

Step 1: Discovery Made Easy

That’s where helloDarwin’s discovery engine comes in.

Step 2: Clear Guidance and Next Steps

Step 3: Human Expertise When It Matters Most

For businesses that want to maximize their chances of approval, these experts step in to:

Review and validate eligibility
Write or revise grant applications
Build strong business cases aligned with funding priorities
Ensure deadlines are met
Coordinate post-funding reporting

Built for Real Business Use Cases

One of the most compelling aspects of the helloDarwin platform is its adaptability to real-life business scenarios. Here are just a few examples of how companies use the platform:

1. The AI Startup Expanding to Europe

2. The Manufacturing Company Going Green

3. The Agency Hiring Young Talent

A Platform That Grows With You

It’s more than a transactional tool—it’s a business intelligence asset that supports growth over the long term.

Why It Works: Trust, Transparency, and Efficiency

Three values underpin the success of helloDarwin’s grant platform:

Trust Businesses know they are getting objective, vetted information—not biased promotions or limited program listings. The platform operates independently of government agencies and focuses on delivering value to its users first.
Transparency All fees (where applicable) and engagement terms are clear. Grant estimates are realistic, based on program rules, and users are guided toward opportunities that genuinely match their profiles.
Efficiency In a world where time is money, the platform reduces the time spent searching, guessing, and redoing failed submissions. From onboarding to approval, every step is optimized for speed and simplicity.

Making Grants a Growth Habit

This change in mindset has ripple effects. Companies that consistently use grants can:

Experiment with innovative ideas without bearing all the risk
Hire sooner, train better, and retain more talent
Invest in technology and sustainability with confidence
Build resilience against market shocks or supply chain disruptions
Gain recognition and trust from investors, clients, and government partners

Grants become not just about reducing costs, but about unlocking potential.

Who Is It For?

The helloDarwin grant platform is purpose-built for:

Startups exploring early-stage growth and hiring
SMEs seeking to modernize or expand internationally
Manufacturers aiming to automate or go green
Professional service firms investing in tools, marketing, or skills
Nonprofits and social enterprises scaling their impact

It’s ideal for companies with lean teams, limited admin bandwidth, and high-impact ideas that need a push to launch.

A New Standard for Funding Access

In doing so, it supports a more dynamic, resilient, and forward-looking Canadian economy—one company at a time.

Grant and FundingClosed

Touring Artist Fund

Government of Yukon

Financial assistance for touring Yukon artists

Yukon, Canada

Eligible Funding

Max. $10,000

Eligible Industries

Arts, entertainment and recreation

Types of eligible projects

COMMERCIALIZATION

Yukon, Canada

Grant and FundingOpen

OAC — Accessibility Fund: Project Support

Supports accessibility for Deaf and disabled project recipients

Ontario, Canada

Eligible Funding

Max. $5,000
Up to 50% of project cost

Eligible Industries

Arts, entertainment and recreation

Types of eligible projects

Ontario, Canada

Grant and FundingClosed

AFA — Literary Individual Project Funding

Supports Alberta writers and artists developing literary projects

Alberta, Canada

Eligible Funding

Max. $18,000

Eligible Industries

Arts, entertainment and recreation

Types of eligible projects

Alberta, Canada

Grant and FundingOpen

AFA — Theatre Individual Project Funding

Canada Economic Development for Quebec Regions (CED)

Funding for Alberta artists in theatre/performance project development

Alberta, Canada

Eligible Funding

Max. $18,000

Eligible Industries

Arts, entertainment and recreation

Types of eligible projects

Alberta, Canada

Partnering and CollaborationGrant and FundingExpert AdviceOpen

Quebec Economic Development Program (QEDP)

Supports regional economic development and business innovation in Quebec

Quebec, Canada

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

Quebec, Canada

Tired of scrolling through all these programs?

Filter funding opportunities relevant for your company on the helloDarwin platform

Sort over 3,000 business funds by your industry, projects and location with helloDarwin's free app.

A Platform Designed for Modern Business Needs

A Vast and Continuously Updated Grant Database

Personalized and Smart Grant Matching

Full-Service Expert Support

Diverse Project Categories and Funding Options

Popular funding categories include:

Digital Transformation: software, cybersecurity, automation, AI
Human Resources: hiring graduates, professional training, retention
Export & Market Development: trade missions, translation, digital campaigns
Sustainability: energy efficiency, waste management, eco-certification
R&D & Innovation: product development, process improvement, prototyping
Infrastructure & Capital Assets: renovations, equipment purchases, workspace upgrades

Many programs offer reimbursement rates ranging from 25% to over 90% of eligible costs, and some can be combined for even greater impact.

Direct Impact on Business Performance

A Perfect Balance of Technology and Human Support

Strengthening the Canadian Business Ecosystem

This dynamic ecosystem not only improves outcomes for funded initiatives but also contributes to a more connected and supportive business community.

A Simple and Accessible Process

From Idea to Execution: Enabling Growth

Grant and FundingOpen

AFA — Public Art Galleries Operating Funding

Three-year funding for Alberta public visual arts exhibitions

Alberta, Canada

Eligible Funding

Up to 22% of project cost

Eligible Industries

Arts, entertainment and recreation

Types of eligible projects

Alberta, Canada

Grant and FundingOpen

Canada Arts Presentation Fund (CAPF) – Development

Funding for emerging arts presenters in under-served communities

Canada

Eligible Funding

No Condition

Eligible Industries

Information and cultural industries
Educational services
Arts, entertainment and recreation

Types of eligible projects

Canada

Grant and FundingOpening Soon

Arts Across Canada — Translation

Government of Nova Scotia

Funding for arts translations

Canada

Eligible Funding

No Condition

Eligible Industries

Information and cultural industries
Arts, entertainment and recreation

Types of eligible projects

Canada

Grant and FundingClosed

Creative Industries Fund in Nova Scotia

Creative industry global growth funding in Nova Scotia

Nova Scotia, Canada

Eligible Funding

Max. $30,000
Up to 50% of project cost

Eligible Industries

Information and cultural industries
Arts, entertainment and recreation

Types of eligible projects

COMMERCIALIZATION

Nova Scotia, Canada

Grant and FundingOpen

Canada Arts Presentation Fund (CAPF) – Soutien à la programmation : Festivals artistiques et diffuseurs de saisons de spectacles professionnels

Government of Saskatchewan

Supports professional arts festivals and performing arts series presenters

Canada

Eligible Funding

Max. $1,000,000
Up to 25% of project cost

Eligible Industries

Information and cultural industries
Educational services
Arts, entertainment and recreation

Types of eligible projects

Canada

Discover how much grant funding is available for your business

Subsidize your projects with government financial aid

Use our free grant estimator to quickly identify the available grant amounts for which your company may be eligible.

Unlock Your Business’s Full Potential with Government Grants and Financial Aid

Discover How Much Grant Funding Your Business Can Access

Innovation and R&D grants for companies developing new products, services, or technologies.
Export and international expansion subsidies to help businesses enter new markets.
Workforce development funding for training, hiring, and upskilling employees.
Green energy and sustainability grants for eco-friendly initiatives and energy-efficient projects.
Startup and entrepreneur support programs for new businesses seeking capital and resources.

Maximize Your Business Growth with Non-Repayable Financial Assistance

Take Advantage of Government Funding Opportunities Today

Grant and FundingClosed

Saskatchewan Arts Board Grants

Grants for arts sector projects in Saskatchewan

Saskatchewan, Canada

Eligible Funding

No Condition

Eligible Industries

Information and cultural industries
Educational services
Arts, entertainment and recreation

Types of eligible projects

ENVIRONMENT AND CLIMATEINNOVATION

Saskatchewan, Canada

Grant and FundingOpen

OAC — Music Recording Projects

Supports Ontario musicians with funding for music recording projects

Ontario, Canada

Eligible Funding

Max. $10,000

Eligible Industries

Arts, entertainment and recreation

Types of eligible projects

Ontario, Canada

Other SupportPartnering and CollaborationGrant and FundingOpen

Arts et lettres de Montréal - Territorial partnership - Ecoresponsibility and sharing

Government of Prince Edward Island

Supports eco-responsible and collaborative projects by Montreal arts organizations

Montréal, Quebec

Eligible Funding

Max. $30,000
Up to 80% of project cost

Eligible Industries

Information and cultural industries
Arts, entertainment and recreation

Types of eligible projects

ENVIRONMENT AND CLIMATE

Montréal, Quebec

Grant and FundingClosed

Acadian and Francophone Culture Fund

Support for francophone culture in PEI

Prince Edward Island, Canada

Eligible Funding

Up to 60% of project cost

Eligible Industries

Information and cultural industries
Arts, entertainment and recreation

Types of eligible projects

Prince Edward Island, Canada

Grant and FundingOpen

OAC — Literary Organizations Projects

Supports Ontario literary organizations in presenting and promoting literature

Ontario, Canada

Eligible Funding

Max. $12,000

Eligible Industries

Information and cultural industries
Arts, entertainment and recreation

Types of eligible projects

Ontario, Canada

Access over 3000 different funding opportunities

Try the helloDarwin platform today and find programs that fit your needs

The helloDarwin application makes it easy to unlock grants so your business can grow faster—with less hassle and more impact.

That’s the problem helloDarwin set out to solve with its grant platform—a tool designed not only to uncover hidden opportunities but to turn them into engines for business growth.

The Reality: Entrepreneurs Don’t Have Time to Chase 28 Government Websites

No guesswork. No 100-page PDFs. No copy-pasting into spreadsheets at 10 p.m. Just a straight line from idea to opportunity—and from opportunity to execution.

Not a Promise. A Proven Process.

Explore — Use a dynamic tool to identify relevant programs based on your business profile, project goals, and sector.
Estimate — Get a personalized forecast of potential funding amounts.
Act — Access expert support to write, file, and manage your grant application all the way through approval.

On the Ground: “We Thought It Wasn’t for Us”

Within 15 minutes, she found she was eligible for:

80% funding for upskilling her team
Up to $50,000 for a digital process transformation
Export assistance for her eco-certified furniture line

With expert help from the platform’s network, two applications were submitted within six weeks. Three months later, the funds were flowing.

Her team kept working. She didn’t miss a single client meeting. The paperwork? Someone else handled it.

The Secret Weapon: Human Expertise + Automated Insight

Once a relevant program is identified, users can activate support from:

Grant application specialists
Financial and tax consultants
Industry-specific advisors (tech, manufacturing, sustainability…)

These professionals know how to speak the language of funding agencies, avoid technical pitfalls, and build credible, compelling submissions that align with government priorities.

Grants as Strategy, Not Serendipity

One of the key cultural shifts that helloDarwin enables is this: stop seeing grants as a bonus. Start using them as a core business strategy.

By integrating public funding into your business roadmap, you can plan projects more effectively, make smarter investments, and time your initiatives with upcoming funding windows.

Take, for instance, a company that plans to hire three engineers in Q2 of next year. With helloDarwin, they can:

See which programs will be active
Prepare their documentation in advance
Maximize their reimbursement rate (often 50%–75%)
Accelerate hiring without overextending cash flow

This is not opportunism. It’s strategic resource allocation—backed by public funding that already exists.

A Platform That Evolves With You

Grants are seasonal. Programs change. Budgets close. That’s why a truly valuable tool must be living, adaptive, and proactive.

helloDarwin’s grant platform updates in real time. Its users receive alerts when:

A new program launches in their region or sector
Their business becomes eligible for something previously unavailable
A deadline is approaching for a high-value grant

It becomes a funding radar, embedded in your growth planning—not a tool you only use in times of desperation.

Who Is It For?

The answer is simple: any business with a project to fund. That includes:

Startups in early or late stages
SMEs looking to modernize
Manufacturers planning to automate
Creative firms digitizing their services
Exporters preparing to go global
Green innovators solving environmental challenges

Whether you're running a two-person creative agency or a 50-person industrial operation, there are grants for you. The only thing missing is a way to find them—and a partner to help unlock them.

Building an Ecosystem, Not Just a Platform

helloDarwin doesn’t work in isolation. It collaborates with:

Local economic development organizations
Industry associations and chambers of commerce
Banks and financial institutions
Professional service firms and consultants

This ecosystem allows the platform to not only recommend funding, but also connect users with vetted experts and service providers who can execute the projects being funded.

Need help building your e-commerce site, launching your ESG strategy, or hiring an export advisor? helloDarwin connects the dots—from funding to fulfillment.

Three Common Mistakes That helloDarwin Helps You Avoid

Waiting Too Long Many businesses defer their plans because they believe it’s “not the right time.” In reality, most grants have narrow windows. Wait too long, and the funding is gone.
Assuming You’re Not Eligible Public funding isn’t just for deep-tech startups or cleantech firms. It supports marketing, recruitment, training, IT upgrades, and much more.
DIY Grant Applications Too many companies go it alone. But one wrong number, one missed document, or one misinterpreted eligibility clause can ruin your chances.

helloDarwin addresses all three by offering structure, automation, and expert support from the start.

A Cultural Shift in How Businesses See Funding

The deeper mission of helloDarwin isn’t just technological—it’s cultural.

A company that integrates grants into its financial strategy can:

Innovate without draining its runway
Recruit more confidently
Accelerate product launches
De-risk export strategies
Improve retention through training and benefits

Grants don’t just lower costs. They unlock momentum.

Grant and FundingClosed

Cultural Infrastructure Development Program

Supports development and improvement of public cultural infrastructure

Quebec, Canada

Eligible Funding

From $100,000 to $20,000,000
Up to 35% of project cost

Eligible Industries

Information and cultural industries
Arts, entertainment and recreation
Public administration

Types of eligible projects

ENVIRONMENT AND CLIMATE

Quebec, Canada

Grant and FundingClosed

Yukon Arts Fund

Government of Yukon

Yukon arts community funding

Yukon, Canada

Eligible Funding

Max. $500,000
Up to 70% of project cost

Eligible Industries

Arts, entertainment and recreation

Types of eligible projects

Yukon, Canada

Grant and FundingOpen

AFA — Summer School Project Funding

Residence-based arts summer school funding for Alberta organizations

Alberta, Canada

Eligible Funding

Up to 40% of project cost

Eligible Industries

Arts, entertainment and recreation

Types of eligible projects

Alberta, Canada

Grant and FundingOpen

Demo Recording

Supports emerging artists from excluded groups with recording mentorship

Vancouver, British Columbia

Eligible Funding

Max. $2,000
Up to 100% of project cost

Eligible Industries

Arts, entertainment and recreation

Types of eligible projects

INNOVATION

Vancouver, British Columbia

Other SupportResearchers And FacilitiesGrant and FundingClosed

PANAM recognition program

City of Montreal (MTL)

Supports non-profits providing activities for disabled individuals

Montréal, Quebec

Eligible Funding

No Condition

Eligible Industries

Educational services
Health care and social assistance
Arts, entertainment and recreation

Types of eligible projects

HUMAN RESOURCES

Montréal, Quebec

Download the official 2025 grants guide

Access key insights to maximize your funding opportunities

Understand the different funding programs and find the best options for your business.

Unlock Your Business’s Full Potential with Government Grants and Financial Aid

Discover How Much Grant Funding Your Business Can Access

Innovation and R&D grants for companies developing new products, services, or technologies.
Export and international expansion subsidies to help businesses enter new markets.
Workforce development funding for training, hiring, and upskilling employees.
Green energy and sustainability grants for eco-friendly initiatives and energy-efficient projects.
Startup and entrepreneur support programs for new businesses seeking capital and resources.

Maximize Your Business Growth with Non-Repayable Financial Assistance

Take Advantage of Government Funding Opportunities Today

Grant and FundingOpen

OAC — Diffusion – French-language projects

Supports the presentation of Ontario's professional Francophone artists

Ontario, Canada

Eligible Funding

Max. $20,000

Eligible Industries

Arts, entertainment and recreation

Types of eligible projects

COMMERCIALIZATION

Ontario, Canada

Grant and FundingClosed

SOCAN — Travel Assistance

SOCAN Foundation

Travel grants for SOCAN members to support career activities

Canada

Eligible Funding

Max. $1,000

Eligible Industries

Arts, entertainment and recreation

Types of eligible projects

Canada

Grant and FundingOpen

OAC — Ontario Arts Presenters Projects

Pacific Economic Development Canada (PacifiCan)

Supports audience development for professional arts presentations outside Toronto

Ontario, Canada

Eligible Funding

Max. $7,500

Eligible Industries

Educational services
Arts, entertainment and recreation
Public administration

Types of eligible projects

Ontario, Canada

Grant and FundingOpen

PacifiCan — Economic Development Initiative

Funding to support francophone businesses and communities in British Columbia

British Columbia, Canada

Eligible Funding

No Condition

Eligible Industries

Information and cultural industries
Arts, entertainment and recreation

Types of eligible projects

COMMERCIALIZATIONINNOVATION

British Columbia, Canada

Grant and FundingClosed

Tremplin Grant – Indigenous Arts

Conseil des arts de Montréal

Microfunding for Indigenous artists and organizations in Montréal area

Montréal, Quebec

Eligible Funding

Max. $3,000
Up to 100% of project cost

Eligible Industries

Arts, entertainment and recreation

Types of eligible projects

Montréal, Quebec

Find tailored funding for your business

Discover more funding opportunities on the helloDarwin platform

Look through over 3000 grants, tax credits, loans and more financial aid on the helloDarwin application.

This is exactly the problem helloDarwin set out to solve.

helloDarwin’s grant platform is flipping the script by turning complexity into clarity and making funding a strategic advantage for Canadian businesses of all sizes.

The Vision: A Smarter Way to Fund Business Growth

At its core, helloDarwin’s grant platform is built on a simple but powerful idea: funding should empower businesses, not overwhelm them.

Step 1: Discovery Made Easy

That’s where helloDarwin’s discovery engine comes in.

Step 2: Clear Guidance and Next Steps

Step 3: Human Expertise When It Matters Most

For businesses that want to maximize their chances of approval, these experts step in to:

Review and validate eligibility
Write or revise grant applications
Build strong business cases aligned with funding priorities
Ensure deadlines are met
Coordinate post-funding reporting

Built for Real Business Use Cases

One of the most compelling aspects of the helloDarwin platform is its adaptability to real-life business scenarios. Here are just a few examples of how companies use the platform:

1. The AI Startup Expanding to Europe

2. The Manufacturing Company Going Green

3. The Agency Hiring Young Talent

A Platform That Grows With You

It’s more than a transactional tool—it’s a business intelligence asset that supports growth over the long term.

Why It Works: Trust, Transparency, and Efficiency

Three values underpin the success of helloDarwin’s grant platform:

Trust Businesses know they are getting objective, vetted information—not biased promotions or limited program listings. The platform operates independently of government agencies and focuses on delivering value to its users first.
Transparency All fees (where applicable) and engagement terms are clear. Grant estimates are realistic, based on program rules, and users are guided toward opportunities that genuinely match their profiles.
Efficiency In a world where time is money, the platform reduces the time spent searching, guessing, and redoing failed submissions. From onboarding to approval, every step is optimized for speed and simplicity.

Making Grants a Growth Habit

This change in mindset has ripple effects. Companies that consistently use grants can:

Experiment with innovative ideas without bearing all the risk
Hire sooner, train better, and retain more talent
Invest in technology and sustainability with confidence
Build resilience against market shocks or supply chain disruptions
Gain recognition and trust from investors, clients, and government partners

Grants become not just about reducing costs, but about unlocking potential.

Who Is It For?

The helloDarwin grant platform is purpose-built for:

Startups exploring early-stage growth and hiring
SMEs seeking to modernize or expand internationally
Manufacturers aiming to automate or go green
Professional service firms investing in tools, marketing, or skills
Nonprofits and social enterprises scaling their impact

It’s ideal for companies with lean teams, limited admin bandwidth, and high-impact ideas that need a push to launch.

A New Standard for Funding Access

In doing so, it supports a more dynamic, resilient, and forward-looking Canadian economy—one company at a time.

Grant and FundingClosed

Screen BC Short Film Award

Supports emerging filmmakers in developing creative short film projects

British Columbia, Canada

Eligible Funding

From $15,000 to $15,000

Eligible Industries

Arts, entertainment and recreation

Types of eligible projects

British Columbia, Canada

Grant and FundingOpen

Canada Cultural Spaces Fund

Funding to create or upgrade cultural spaces

Canada

Eligible Funding

Up to 50% of project cost

Eligible Industries

Information and cultural industries
Arts, entertainment and recreation

Types of eligible projects

CONSTRUCTION AND RENOVATION

Canada

Grant and FundingOpen

OAC — Northern Arts Projects

Supports creation, presentation, and development of northern Ontario arts

Ontario, Canada

Eligible Funding

Max. $15,000

Eligible Industries

Information and cultural industries
Arts, entertainment and recreation

Types of eligible projects

Ontario, Canada

Grant and FundingOpen

Community Facility Enhancement Program (CFEP) Small

Government of Alberta

Supports non-profits enhancing public-use community facilities in Alberta

Alberta, Canada

Eligible Funding

Max. $125,000
Up to 50% of project cost

Eligible Industries

Information and cultural industries
Educational services
Health care and social assistance
Arts, entertainment and recreation

Types of eligible projects

Alberta, Canada

Grant and FundingOpen

OAC — Market Development Travel

Supports Ontario artists' travel to connect with arts presenters

Ontario, Canada

Eligible Funding

From $1,000 to $2,000

Eligible Industries

Information and cultural industries
Arts, entertainment and recreation

Types of eligible projects

COMMERCIALIZATION

Ontario, Canada

Tired of scrolling through all these programs?

Filter funding opportunities relevant for your company on the helloDarwin platform

Sort over 3,000 business funds by your industry, projects and location with helloDarwin's free app.

A Platform Designed for Modern Business Needs

A Vast and Continuously Updated Grant Database

Personalized and Smart Grant Matching

Full-Service Expert Support

Diverse Project Categories and Funding Options

Popular funding categories include:

Digital Transformation: software, cybersecurity, automation, AI
Human Resources: hiring graduates, professional training, retention
Export & Market Development: trade missions, translation, digital campaigns
Sustainability: energy efficiency, waste management, eco-certification
R&D & Innovation: product development, process improvement, prototyping
Infrastructure & Capital Assets: renovations, equipment purchases, workspace upgrades

Many programs offer reimbursement rates ranging from 25% to over 90% of eligible costs, and some can be combined for even greater impact.

Direct Impact on Business Performance

A Perfect Balance of Technology and Human Support

Strengthening the Canadian Business Ecosystem

This dynamic ecosystem not only improves outcomes for funded initiatives but also contributes to a more connected and supportive business community.

A Simple and Accessible Process

From Idea to Execution: Enabling Growth

Grant and FundingOpen

OAC — Francophone arts service organizations – operations

Supports operational activities of Ontario Francophone arts service organizations

Ontario, Canada

Eligible Funding

Min. $75,000

Eligible Industries

Arts, entertainment and recreation

Types of eligible projects

Ontario, Canada

Grant and FundingClosed

AFA — Community Support Organizations Operating Funding

Government of Newfoundland and Labrador

Annual funding for arts-supporting nonprofit organizations in Alberta

Alberta, Canada

Eligible Funding

No Condition

Eligible Industries

Arts, entertainment and recreation

Types of eligible projects

Alberta, Canada

Expert AdviceOpen

Digital Main Street – ShopHere

Digital Main Street

Help to launch an online store for Ontario businesses

Ontario, Canada

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

Ontario, Canada

Tax CreditsOpen

Newfoundland and Labrador film and video industry tax credit

Tax credit for film production in Newfoundland and Labrador

Newfoundland and Labrador, Canada

Eligible Funding

Max. $5,000,000
Up to 40% of project cost

Eligible Industries

Arts, entertainment and recreation

Types of eligible projects

HUMAN RESOURCES

Newfoundland and Labrador, Canada

Grant and FundingClosed

Yvonne L. Bombardier Visual Arts Scholarship Program

J. Armand Bombardier Foundation

Visual Arts scholarship for Master’s students in Québec

Quebec, Canada

Eligible Funding

Max. $10,000

Eligible Industries

Arts, entertainment and recreation

Types of eligible projects

Quebec, Canada

Discover how much grant funding is available for your business

Subsidize your projects with government financial aid

Use our free grant estimator to quickly identify the available grant amounts for which your company may be eligible.

Unlock Your Business’s Full Potential with Government Grants and Financial Aid

Discover How Much Grant Funding Your Business Can Access

Innovation and R&D grants for companies developing new products, services, or technologies.
Export and international expansion subsidies to help businesses enter new markets.
Workforce development funding for training, hiring, and upskilling employees.
Green energy and sustainability grants for eco-friendly initiatives and energy-efficient projects.
Startup and entrepreneur support programs for new businesses seeking capital and resources.

Maximize Your Business Growth with Non-Repayable Financial Assistance

Take Advantage of Government Funding Opportunities Today

Grant and FundingOpen

MRC Manicouagan — Manicouagan Cultural Fund

MRC de Manicouagan

Supports innovative cultural projects fostering community and artistic development

Quebec, Canada

Eligible Funding

Max. $5,000

Eligible Industries

Information and cultural industries
Educational services
Arts, entertainment and recreation
Public administration

Types of eligible projects

Quebec, Canada

Grant and FundingOpen

Project Development Fund

British Columbia Arts Council (BCAC)

Supports film and TV project development in British Columbia

British Columbia, Canada

Eligible Funding

Max. $20,000
Up to 50% of project cost

Eligible Industries

Arts, entertainment and recreation

Types of eligible projects

COMMERCIALIZATIONENVIRONMENT AND CLIMATE

British Columbia, Canada

Grant and FundingClosed

BCAC — Arts Circulation and Touring – Organizations

Foster regional, national, and international opportunities for B.C. artists, enhancing exposure and mobility across artistic disciplines

British Columbia, Canada

Eligible Funding

Max. $25,000
Up to 50% of project cost

Eligible Industries

Arts, entertainment and recreation

Types of eligible projects

DIGITAL TRANSFORMATION

British Columbia, Canada

Grant and FundingOpen

Élan Madeleine Féquière Scholarship

Centre culturel afro-canadien de Montréal (CCAM)

Supports cultural entrepreneurship for young Black women in Montreal

Montreal, Quebec

Eligible Funding

Max. $2,000

Eligible Industries

Arts, entertainment and recreation

Types of eligible projects

TECHNOLOGYINNOVATION

Montreal, Quebec

Tax CreditsOpen

Ontario Computer Animation and Special Effects Tax Credit (OCASE)

Société de développement des entreprises culturelles (SODEC)

Tax credit for animation and special effects work in Ontario

Ontario, Canada

Eligible Funding

Min. $25,000
Up to 18% of project cost

Eligible Industries

Arts, entertainment and recreation

Types of eligible projects

DIGITAL TRANSFORMATION

Ontario, Canada

Access over 3000 different funding opportunities

Try the helloDarwin platform today and find programs that fit your needs

The helloDarwin application makes it easy to unlock grants so your business can grow faster—with less hassle and more impact.

That’s the problem helloDarwin set out to solve with its grant platform—a tool designed not only to uncover hidden opportunities but to turn them into engines for business growth.

The Reality: Entrepreneurs Don’t Have Time to Chase 28 Government Websites

No guesswork. No 100-page PDFs. No copy-pasting into spreadsheets at 10 p.m. Just a straight line from idea to opportunity—and from opportunity to execution.

Not a Promise. A Proven Process.

Explore — Use a dynamic tool to identify relevant programs based on your business profile, project goals, and sector.
Estimate — Get a personalized forecast of potential funding amounts.
Act — Access expert support to write, file, and manage your grant application all the way through approval.

On the Ground: “We Thought It Wasn’t for Us”

Within 15 minutes, she found she was eligible for:

80% funding for upskilling her team
Up to $50,000 for a digital process transformation
Export assistance for her eco-certified furniture line

With expert help from the platform’s network, two applications were submitted within six weeks. Three months later, the funds were flowing.

Her team kept working. She didn’t miss a single client meeting. The paperwork? Someone else handled it.

The Secret Weapon: Human Expertise + Automated Insight

Once a relevant program is identified, users can activate support from:

Grant application specialists
Financial and tax consultants
Industry-specific advisors (tech, manufacturing, sustainability…)

These professionals know how to speak the language of funding agencies, avoid technical pitfalls, and build credible, compelling submissions that align with government priorities.

Grants as Strategy, Not Serendipity

One of the key cultural shifts that helloDarwin enables is this: stop seeing grants as a bonus. Start using them as a core business strategy.

By integrating public funding into your business roadmap, you can plan projects more effectively, make smarter investments, and time your initiatives with upcoming funding windows.

Take, for instance, a company that plans to hire three engineers in Q2 of next year. With helloDarwin, they can:

See which programs will be active
Prepare their documentation in advance
Maximize their reimbursement rate (often 50%–75%)
Accelerate hiring without overextending cash flow

This is not opportunism. It’s strategic resource allocation—backed by public funding that already exists.

A Platform That Evolves With You

Grants are seasonal. Programs change. Budgets close. That’s why a truly valuable tool must be living, adaptive, and proactive.

helloDarwin’s grant platform updates in real time. Its users receive alerts when:

A new program launches in their region or sector
Their business becomes eligible for something previously unavailable
A deadline is approaching for a high-value grant

It becomes a funding radar, embedded in your growth planning—not a tool you only use in times of desperation.

Who Is It For?

The answer is simple: any business with a project to fund. That includes:

Startups in early or late stages
SMEs looking to modernize
Manufacturers planning to automate
Creative firms digitizing their services
Exporters preparing to go global
Green innovators solving environmental challenges

Whether you're running a two-person creative agency or a 50-person industrial operation, there are grants for you. The only thing missing is a way to find them—and a partner to help unlock them.

Building an Ecosystem, Not Just a Platform

helloDarwin doesn’t work in isolation. It collaborates with:

Local economic development organizations
Industry associations and chambers of commerce
Banks and financial institutions
Professional service firms and consultants

This ecosystem allows the platform to not only recommend funding, but also connect users with vetted experts and service providers who can execute the projects being funded.

Need help building your e-commerce site, launching your ESG strategy, or hiring an export advisor? helloDarwin connects the dots—from funding to fulfillment.

Three Common Mistakes That helloDarwin Helps You Avoid

Waiting Too Long Many businesses defer their plans because they believe it’s “not the right time.” In reality, most grants have narrow windows. Wait too long, and the funding is gone.
Assuming You’re Not Eligible Public funding isn’t just for deep-tech startups or cleantech firms. It supports marketing, recruitment, training, IT upgrades, and much more.
DIY Grant Applications Too many companies go it alone. But one wrong number, one missed document, or one misinterpreted eligibility clause can ruin your chances.

helloDarwin addresses all three by offering structure, automation, and expert support from the start.

A Cultural Shift in How Businesses See Funding

The deeper mission of helloDarwin isn’t just technological—it’s cultural.

A company that integrates grants into its financial strategy can:

Innovate without draining its runway
Recruit more confidently
Accelerate product launches
De-risk export strategies
Improve retention through training and benefits

Grants don’t just lower costs. They unlock momentum.

Tax CreditsOpen

Show production tax credit

Supports Quebec show producers with refundable tax assistance

Quebec, Canada

Eligible Funding

Max. $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

Quebec, Canada

Grant and FundingClosed

Musicaction — Support for Indigenous Entrepreneurs

Empowers Indigenous music businesses through financial support

Canada

Eligible Funding

Max. $75,000
Up to 90% of project cost

Eligible Industries

Arts, entertainment and recreation

Types of eligible projects

COMMERCIALIZATION

Canada

Grant and FundingClosed

Musicaction — Album production

Government of British Columbia

Sound recording production grant for Francophone artists

Quebec, Canada

Eligible Funding

Max. $25,000
Up to 50% of project cost

Eligible Industries

Arts, entertainment and recreation

Types of eligible projects

COMMERCIALIZATION

Quebec, Canada

Grant and FundingClosed

Interactive Fund

Grant for British Columbia digital media or software productions

British Columbia, Canada

Eligible Funding

Max. $50,000
Up to 30% of project cost

Eligible Industries

Arts, entertainment and recreation

Types of eligible projects

TECHNOLOGYINNOVATIONDIGITAL TRANSFORMATION

British Columbia, Canada

Grant and FundingOpen

EPRTNT — Structuring the tourism offer

Tourisme Cantons-de-l'Est

Digital Transformation Tourism Grant for Quebecans 2022-2025

Quebec, Canada

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

Quebec, Canada

Download the official 2025 grants guide

Access key insights to maximize your funding opportunities

Understand the different funding programs and find the best options for your business.

Unlock Your Business’s Full Potential with Government Grants and Financial Aid

Discover How Much Grant Funding Your Business Can Access

Innovation and R&D grants for companies developing new products, services, or technologies.
Export and international expansion subsidies to help businesses enter new markets.
Workforce development funding for training, hiring, and upskilling employees.
Green energy and sustainability grants for eco-friendly initiatives and energy-efficient projects.
Startup and entrepreneur support programs for new businesses seeking capital and resources.

Maximize Your Business Growth with Non-Repayable Financial Assistance

Take Advantage of Government Funding Opportunities Today

Grant and FundingClosed

Career Development

Supports career growth for B.C. artists in music.

British Columbia, Canada

Eligible Funding

From $1,000 to $30,000
Up to 75% of project cost

Eligible Industries

Arts, entertainment and recreation

Types of eligible projects

TECHNOLOGYINNOVATIONDIGITAL TRANSFORMATION

British Columbia, Canada

Grant and FundingOpen

AFA — Dance Individual Project Funding

Fund supports Alberta dancers' projects with up to $18,000

Alberta, Canada

Eligible Funding

Max. $18,000

Eligible Industries

Arts, entertainment and recreation

Types of eligible projects

Alberta, Canada

Grant and FundingOpen

Musicaction — Musical Showcases – Stream 2 - National Tour

Supports national tours for Francophone artists to increase visibility

Canada

Eligible Funding

Max. $20,000
Up to 75% of project cost

Eligible Industries

Arts, entertainment and recreation

Types of eligible projects

COMMERCIALIZATIONDIGITAL TRANSFORMATION

Canada

Grant and FundingOpen

AFA — Arts Presenting Project Funding

Funding reimburses a portion of previous year's artist fees

Alberta, Canada

Eligible Funding

Up to 65% of project cost

Eligible Industries

Arts, entertainment and recreation

Types of eligible projects

Alberta, Canada

Grant and FundingOpen

Experience Ontario 2025

Conseil des arts de Montréal

Experience Ontario 2025 funds impactful tourism events in Ontario

Ontario, Canada

Eligible Funding

Max. $125,000
Up to 50% of project cost

Eligible Industries

Arts, entertainment and recreation
Accommodation and food services

Types of eligible projects

Ontario, Canada

Find tailored funding for your business

Discover more funding opportunities on the helloDarwin platform

Look through over 3000 grants, tax credits, loans and more financial aid on the helloDarwin application.

This is exactly the problem helloDarwin set out to solve.

helloDarwin’s grant platform is flipping the script by turning complexity into clarity and making funding a strategic advantage for Canadian businesses of all sizes.

The Vision: A Smarter Way to Fund Business Growth

At its core, helloDarwin’s grant platform is built on a simple but powerful idea: funding should empower businesses, not overwhelm them.

Step 1: Discovery Made Easy

That’s where helloDarwin’s discovery engine comes in.

Step 2: Clear Guidance and Next Steps

Step 3: Human Expertise When It Matters Most

For businesses that want to maximize their chances of approval, these experts step in to:

Review and validate eligibility
Write or revise grant applications
Build strong business cases aligned with funding priorities
Ensure deadlines are met
Coordinate post-funding reporting

Built for Real Business Use Cases

One of the most compelling aspects of the helloDarwin platform is its adaptability to real-life business scenarios. Here are just a few examples of how companies use the platform:

1. The AI Startup Expanding to Europe

2. The Manufacturing Company Going Green

3. The Agency Hiring Young Talent

A Platform That Grows With You

It’s more than a transactional tool—it’s a business intelligence asset that supports growth over the long term.

Why It Works: Trust, Transparency, and Efficiency

Three values underpin the success of helloDarwin’s grant platform:

Trust Businesses know they are getting objective, vetted information—not biased promotions or limited program listings. The platform operates independently of government agencies and focuses on delivering value to its users first.
Transparency All fees (where applicable) and engagement terms are clear. Grant estimates are realistic, based on program rules, and users are guided toward opportunities that genuinely match their profiles.
Efficiency In a world where time is money, the platform reduces the time spent searching, guessing, and redoing failed submissions. From onboarding to approval, every step is optimized for speed and simplicity.

Making Grants a Growth Habit

This change in mindset has ripple effects. Companies that consistently use grants can:

Experiment with innovative ideas without bearing all the risk
Hire sooner, train better, and retain more talent
Invest in technology and sustainability with confidence
Build resilience against market shocks or supply chain disruptions
Gain recognition and trust from investors, clients, and government partners

Grants become not just about reducing costs, but about unlocking potential.

Who Is It For?

The helloDarwin grant platform is purpose-built for:

Startups exploring early-stage growth and hiring
SMEs seeking to modernize or expand internationally
Manufacturers aiming to automate or go green
Professional service firms investing in tools, marketing, or skills
Nonprofits and social enterprises scaling their impact

It’s ideal for companies with lean teams, limited admin bandwidth, and high-impact ideas that need a push to launch.

A New Standard for Funding Access

In doing so, it supports a more dynamic, resilient, and forward-looking Canadian economy—one company at a time.

Grant and FundingClosed

Dance Creation Residency

Dance Creation Residency offers technical support for Montréal artists

Montréal, Quebec

Eligible Funding

Max. $8,500

Eligible Industries

Arts, entertainment and recreation

Types of eligible projects

Montréal, Quebec

Grant and FundingOpen

Cultural industries — Financial assistance

Government of New Brunswick

Financial assistance for cultural industries in New Brunswick

New Brunswick, Canada

Eligible Funding

No Condition

Eligible Industries

Information and cultural industries
Arts, entertainment and recreation
Public administration

Types of eligible projects

INNOVATION

New Brunswick, Canada

Grant and FundingClosed

Canada Arts Presentation Fund — Programming: Presenter Support Organizations

Government of Canada

Supports organizations enhancing Canadian arts presentation sector professionalism

Canada

Eligible Funding

Max. $200,000
Up to 25% of project cost

Eligible Industries

Educational services
Arts, entertainment and recreation
Public administration

Types of eligible projects

COMMERCIALIZATIONARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE (AI)TECHNOLOGYENVIRONMENT AND CLIMATEHUMAN RESOURCESBUSINESS BUYOUTINNOVATIONDIGITAL TRANSFORMATION

Canada

Grant and FundingClosed

Summer Employment Opportunities (SEO) Program

Fonds d'investissement de la culture et des communications (FICC)

Funding for student summer employment positions in key sectors

Ontario, Canada

Eligible Funding

Max. $3,741

Eligible Industries

Arts, entertainment and recreation
Accommodation and food services
Public administration

Types of eligible projects

HUMAN RESOURCES

Ontario, Canada

Loans and Capital investmentsClosed

Culture and Communications Investment Fund

Support for cultural enterprises in Quebec

Quebec, Canada

Eligible Funding

No Condition

Eligible Industries

Information and cultural industries
Arts, entertainment and recreation

Types of eligible projects

Quebec, Canada

Tired of scrolling through all these programs?

Filter funding opportunities relevant for your company on the helloDarwin platform

Sort over 3,000 business funds by your industry, projects and location with helloDarwin's free app.

A Platform Designed for Modern Business Needs

A Vast and Continuously Updated Grant Database

Personalized and Smart Grant Matching

Full-Service Expert Support

Diverse Project Categories and Funding Options

Popular funding categories include:

Digital Transformation: software, cybersecurity, automation, AI
Human Resources: hiring graduates, professional training, retention
Export & Market Development: trade missions, translation, digital campaigns
Sustainability: energy efficiency, waste management, eco-certification
R&D & Innovation: product development, process improvement, prototyping
Infrastructure & Capital Assets: renovations, equipment purchases, workspace upgrades

Many programs offer reimbursement rates ranging from 25% to over 90% of eligible costs, and some can be combined for even greater impact.

Direct Impact on Business Performance

A Perfect Balance of Technology and Human Support

Strengthening the Canadian Business Ecosystem

This dynamic ecosystem not only improves outcomes for funded initiatives but also contributes to a more connected and supportive business community.

A Simple and Accessible Process

From Idea to Execution: Enabling Growth

Grant and FundingClosed

Music Industry Initiatives

British Columbia Arts Council (BCAC)

Supports development of British Columbia's music industry ecosystem

British Columbia, Canada

Eligible Funding

From $2,000 to $60,000
Up to 75% of project cost

Eligible Industries

Arts, entertainment and recreation

Types of eligible projects

ENVIRONMENT AND CLIMATEHUMAN RESOURCESINNOVATION

British Columbia, Canada

Grant and FundingClosed

BCAC — Arts Infrastructure Program

Supports development and enhancement of arts and cultural spaces

British Columbia, Canada

Eligible Funding

Max. $250,000
Up to 75% of project cost

Eligible Industries

Arts, entertainment and recreation

Types of eligible projects

CONSTRUCTION AND RENOVATION

British Columbia, Canada

Grant and FundingClosed

AFA — Queen's Platinum Jubilee Scholarship for Performing Arts

Alberta scholarship for young theatre talent with educational goals

Alberta, Canada

Eligible Funding

Max. $7,000

Eligible Industries

Arts, entertainment and recreation

Types of eligible projects

Alberta, Canada

Grant and FundingClosed

Engage and Sustain — Artistic Catalysts

Grants for organizations promoting the arts

Canada

Eligible Funding

Up to 50% of project cost

Eligible Industries

Arts, entertainment and recreation

Types of eligible projects

Canada

Grant and FundingOpen

AFA — Film and Video Individual Project Funding

Funding up to $18,000 for Alberta independent film projects

Alberta, Canada

Eligible Funding

Max. $18,000
Up to 75% of project cost

Eligible Industries

Arts, entertainment and recreation

Types of eligible projects

Alberta, Canada

Discover how much grant funding is available for your business

Subsidize your projects with government financial aid

Use our free grant estimator to quickly identify the available grant amounts for which your company may be eligible.

Unlock Your Business’s Full Potential with Government Grants and Financial Aid

Discover How Much Grant Funding Your Business Can Access

Innovation and R&D grants for companies developing new products, services, or technologies.
Export and international expansion subsidies to help businesses enter new markets.
Workforce development funding for training, hiring, and upskilling employees.
Green energy and sustainability grants for eco-friendly initiatives and energy-efficient projects.
Startup and entrepreneur support programs for new businesses seeking capital and resources.

Maximize Your Business Growth with Non-Repayable Financial Assistance

Take Advantage of Government Funding Opportunities Today

Grant and FundingOpen

Creative Saskatchewan Investment Programs

Creative Saskatchewan

Money for Saskatchewan creative industries

Saskatchewan, Canada

Eligible Funding

No Condition

Eligible Industries

Information and cultural industries
Arts, entertainment and recreation

Types of eligible projects

Saskatchewan, Canada

Grant and FundingOpen

Cultural Supports Program — Community Events Stream

Funds to increase community profiles in Northern Ontario

Ontario, Canada

Eligible Funding

Max. $15,000
Up to 30% of project cost

Eligible Industries

Arts, entertainment and recreation
Accommodation and food services

Types of eligible projects

Ontario, Canada

Grant and FundingOpen

OAC — Music Organizations: Operating

Supports ongoing operations of Ontario-based not-for-profit music organizations

Ontario, Canada

Eligible Funding

No Condition

Eligible Industries

Arts, entertainment and recreation

Types of eligible projects

Ontario, Canada

Grant and FundingClosed

Rogers Indigenous Film Fund Program

Supports Indigenous filmmakers' early project development in B.C

British Columbia, Canada

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

British Columbia, Canada

Grant and FundingClosed

Musicaction — Support for presenters, promoters and venues – pilot program

Supports Canadian artists with concert promotion and risk management

Canada

Eligible Funding

From $5,000 to $25,000
Up to 50% of project cost

Eligible Industries

Arts, entertainment and recreation

Types of eligible projects

COMMERCIALIZATION

Canada

Access over 3000 different funding opportunities

Try the helloDarwin platform today and find programs that fit your needs

The helloDarwin application makes it easy to unlock grants so your business can grow faster—with less hassle and more impact.

That’s the problem helloDarwin set out to solve with its grant platform—a tool designed not only to uncover hidden opportunities but to turn them into engines for business growth.

The Reality: Entrepreneurs Don’t Have Time to Chase 28 Government Websites

No guesswork. No 100-page PDFs. No copy-pasting into spreadsheets at 10 p.m. Just a straight line from idea to opportunity—and from opportunity to execution.

Not a Promise. A Proven Process.

Explore — Use a dynamic tool to identify relevant programs based on your business profile, project goals, and sector.
Estimate — Get a personalized forecast of potential funding amounts.
Act — Access expert support to write, file, and manage your grant application all the way through approval.

On the Ground: “We Thought It Wasn’t for Us”

Within 15 minutes, she found she was eligible for:

80% funding for upskilling her team
Up to $50,000 for a digital process transformation
Export assistance for her eco-certified furniture line

With expert help from the platform’s network, two applications were submitted within six weeks. Three months later, the funds were flowing.

Her team kept working. She didn’t miss a single client meeting. The paperwork? Someone else handled it.

The Secret Weapon: Human Expertise + Automated Insight

Once a relevant program is identified, users can activate support from:

Grant application specialists
Financial and tax consultants
Industry-specific advisors (tech, manufacturing, sustainability…)

These professionals know how to speak the language of funding agencies, avoid technical pitfalls, and build credible, compelling submissions that align with government priorities.

Grants as Strategy, Not Serendipity

One of the key cultural shifts that helloDarwin enables is this: stop seeing grants as a bonus. Start using them as a core business strategy.

By integrating public funding into your business roadmap, you can plan projects more effectively, make smarter investments, and time your initiatives with upcoming funding windows.

Take, for instance, a company that plans to hire three engineers in Q2 of next year. With helloDarwin, they can:

See which programs will be active
Prepare their documentation in advance
Maximize their reimbursement rate (often 50%–75%)
Accelerate hiring without overextending cash flow

This is not opportunism. It’s strategic resource allocation—backed by public funding that already exists.

A Platform That Evolves With You

Grants are seasonal. Programs change. Budgets close. That’s why a truly valuable tool must be living, adaptive, and proactive.

helloDarwin’s grant platform updates in real time. Its users receive alerts when:

A new program launches in their region or sector
Their business becomes eligible for something previously unavailable
A deadline is approaching for a high-value grant

It becomes a funding radar, embedded in your growth planning—not a tool you only use in times of desperation.

Who Is It For?

The answer is simple: any business with a project to fund. That includes:

Startups in early or late stages
SMEs looking to modernize
Manufacturers planning to automate
Creative firms digitizing their services
Exporters preparing to go global
Green innovators solving environmental challenges

Whether you're running a two-person creative agency or a 50-person industrial operation, there are grants for you. The only thing missing is a way to find them—and a partner to help unlock them.

Building an Ecosystem, Not Just a Platform

helloDarwin doesn’t work in isolation. It collaborates with:

Local economic development organizations
Industry associations and chambers of commerce
Banks and financial institutions
Professional service firms and consultants

This ecosystem allows the platform to not only recommend funding, but also connect users with vetted experts and service providers who can execute the projects being funded.

Need help building your e-commerce site, launching your ESG strategy, or hiring an export advisor? helloDarwin connects the dots—from funding to fulfillment.

Three Common Mistakes That helloDarwin Helps You Avoid

Waiting Too Long Many businesses defer their plans because they believe it’s “not the right time.” In reality, most grants have narrow windows. Wait too long, and the funding is gone.
Assuming You’re Not Eligible Public funding isn’t just for deep-tech startups or cleantech firms. It supports marketing, recruitment, training, IT upgrades, and much more.
DIY Grant Applications Too many companies go it alone. But one wrong number, one missed document, or one misinterpreted eligibility clause can ruin your chances.

helloDarwin addresses all three by offering structure, automation, and expert support from the start.

A Cultural Shift in How Businesses See Funding

The deeper mission of helloDarwin isn’t just technological—it’s cultural.

A company that integrates grants into its financial strategy can:

Innovate without draining its runway
Recruit more confidently
Accelerate product launches
De-risk export strategies
Improve retention through training and benefits

Grants don’t just lower costs. They unlock momentum.

Grant and FundingOpen

OAC — Visual arts and crafts – Francophone projects

Supports Ontario Francophone visual arts and crafts projects

Ontario, Canada

Eligible Funding

Max. $15,000

Eligible Industries

Arts, entertainment and recreation

Types of eligible projects

Ontario, Canada

Grant and FundingOpen

OAC — Music Production and Presentation Projects

Funding for Ontario-based professional music production and presentation

Ontario, Canada

Eligible Funding

Max. $20,000

Eligible Industries

Arts, entertainment and recreation

Types of eligible projects

ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE (AI)

Ontario, Canada

Grant and FundingClosed

Manitoba Accessibility Fund

Government of Manitoba

Manitoba Accessibility Fund removes barriers through project grants

Winnipeg

Eligible Funding

Max. $50,000
Up to 10% of project cost

Eligible Industries

Educational services
Health care and social assistance
Arts, entertainment and recreation
Public administration

Types of eligible projects

DIGITAL TRANSFORMATION

Winnipeg

Grant and FundingClosed

AFA — Film and Video Arts Scholarship

$7,000 scholarship for talented young Albertan film artists

Alberta, Canada

Eligible Funding

Max. $7,000

Eligible Industries

Arts, entertainment and recreation

Types of eligible projects

Alberta, Canada

Grant and FundingOpen

Regional Action Support Program (RASP)

Support for regional actions in Capitale-Nationale and Lévis

Quebec, Canada

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

Quebec, Canada

Download the official 2025 grants guide

Access key insights to maximize your funding opportunities

Understand the different funding programs and find the best options for your business.

Unlock Your Business’s Full Potential with Government Grants and Financial Aid

Discover How Much Grant Funding Your Business Can Access

Innovation and R&D grants for companies developing new products, services, or technologies.
Export and international expansion subsidies to help businesses enter new markets.
Workforce development funding for training, hiring, and upskilling employees.
Green energy and sustainability grants for eco-friendly initiatives and energy-efficient projects.
Startup and entrepreneur support programs for new businesses seeking capital and resources.

Maximize Your Business Growth with Non-Repayable Financial Assistance

Take Advantage of Government Funding Opportunities Today

Grant and FundingClosed

Musicaction — Artist career, skills and business development

Financial aid for music career and business development

Quebec, Canada

Eligible Funding

Max. $100,000
Up to 50% of project cost

Eligible Industries

Arts, entertainment and recreation

Types of eligible projects

COMMERCIALIZATION

Quebec, Canada

Grant and FundingOpen

Local Festivals — Building Communities Through Arts and Heritage

Government of Canada

Funding for community festivals showcasing local arts and heritage

Canada

Eligible Funding

Max. $200,000
Up to 100% of project cost

Eligible Industries

Arts, entertainment and recreation

Types of eligible projects

Canada

Grant and FundingClosed

Musicaction — Event in Canada

Supports Canadian francophone music events and artist promotion

Quebec, Canada

Eligible Funding

Max. $85,000
Up to 75% of project cost

Eligible Industries

Arts, entertainment and recreation

Types of eligible projects

Quebec, Canada

Grant and FundingOpen

CALQ — Professional Development

Government of the Northwest Territories

Supports professional development for Québec artists and curators

Quebec, Canada

Eligible Funding

Max. $15,000

Eligible Industries

Information and cultural industries
Arts, entertainment and recreation

Types of eligible projects

COMMERCIALIZATIONTECHNOLOGYENVIRONMENT AND CLIMATEHUMAN RESOURCESBUSINESS BUYOUTINNOVATIONDIGITAL TRANSFORMATION

Quebec, Canada

Grant and FundingOpen

Major Sport Event Grant Program

Government of Alberta

Supports nonprofits hosting national and international sporting events in Alberta

Alberta, Canada

Eligible Funding

Max. $250,000
Up to 50% of project cost

Eligible Industries

Arts, entertainment and recreation

Types of eligible projects

Alberta, Canada

Find tailored funding for your business

Discover more funding opportunities on the helloDarwin platform

Look through over 3000 grants, tax credits, loans and more financial aid on the helloDarwin application.

This is exactly the problem helloDarwin set out to solve.

helloDarwin’s grant platform is flipping the script by turning complexity into clarity and making funding a strategic advantage for Canadian businesses of all sizes.

The Vision: A Smarter Way to Fund Business Growth

At its core, helloDarwin’s grant platform is built on a simple but powerful idea: funding should empower businesses, not overwhelm them.

Step 1: Discovery Made Easy

That’s where helloDarwin’s discovery engine comes in.

Step 2: Clear Guidance and Next Steps

Step 3: Human Expertise When It Matters Most

For businesses that want to maximize their chances of approval, these experts step in to:

Review and validate eligibility
Write or revise grant applications
Build strong business cases aligned with funding priorities
Ensure deadlines are met
Coordinate post-funding reporting

Built for Real Business Use Cases

One of the most compelling aspects of the helloDarwin platform is its adaptability to real-life business scenarios. Here are just a few examples of how companies use the platform:

1. The AI Startup Expanding to Europe

2. The Manufacturing Company Going Green

3. The Agency Hiring Young Talent

A Platform That Grows With You

It’s more than a transactional tool—it’s a business intelligence asset that supports growth over the long term.

Why It Works: Trust, Transparency, and Efficiency

Three values underpin the success of helloDarwin’s grant platform:

Trust Businesses know they are getting objective, vetted information—not biased promotions or limited program listings. The platform operates independently of government agencies and focuses on delivering value to its users first.
Transparency All fees (where applicable) and engagement terms are clear. Grant estimates are realistic, based on program rules, and users are guided toward opportunities that genuinely match their profiles.
Efficiency In a world where time is money, the platform reduces the time spent searching, guessing, and redoing failed submissions. From onboarding to approval, every step is optimized for speed and simplicity.

Making Grants a Growth Habit

This change in mindset has ripple effects. Companies that consistently use grants can:

Experiment with innovative ideas without bearing all the risk
Hire sooner, train better, and retain more talent
Invest in technology and sustainability with confidence
Build resilience against market shocks or supply chain disruptions
Gain recognition and trust from investors, clients, and government partners

Grants become not just about reducing costs, but about unlocking potential.

Who Is It For?

The helloDarwin grant platform is purpose-built for:

Startups exploring early-stage growth and hiring
SMEs seeking to modernize or expand internationally
Manufacturers aiming to automate or go green
Professional service firms investing in tools, marketing, or skills
Nonprofits and social enterprises scaling their impact

It’s ideal for companies with lean teams, limited admin bandwidth, and high-impact ideas that need a push to launch.

A New Standard for Funding Access

In doing so, it supports a more dynamic, resilient, and forward-looking Canadian economy—one company at a time.

Grant and FundingClosed

Support for Entrepreneurs and Economic Development (SEED) — Micro-business

Money for micro-businesses in the Northwest Territories

Northwest Territories, Canada

Eligible Funding

Max. $6,000
Up to 30% of project cost

Eligible Industries

Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
Mining, quarrying, and oil and gas extraction
Arts, entertainment and recreation

Types of eligible projects

Northwest Territories, Canada

Grant and FundingOpen

Emergency And Climate Change Adaptation Fund

Tourisme Montréal

Tourism Montreal's emergency climate change adaptation fund

Montréal, Quebec

Eligible Funding

Max. $100,000
Up to 90% of project cost

Eligible Industries

Arts, entertainment and recreation

Types of eligible projects

ENVIRONMENT AND CLIMATE

Montréal, Quebec

Grant and FundingClosed

OMIF — Live Music

Funding to support live music experiences in Ontario

Ontario, Canada

Eligible Funding

Min. $10,000

Eligible Industries

Arts, entertainment and recreation

Types of eligible projects

Ontario, Canada

Grant and FundingClosed

SOCAN — Work Commissioning Assistance

SOCAN Foundation

Supports commissioning of new concert or classical music works

Canada

Eligible Funding

From $1,000 to $3,000

Eligible Industries

Arts, entertainment and recreation

Types of eligible projects

Canada

Grant and FundingOpen

OAC — Literature – French-language projects

Government of Prince Edward Island

Supports French-language literary projects for Ontario artists and organizations

Ontario, Canada

Eligible Funding

Max. $12,000

Eligible Industries

Arts, entertainment and recreation

Types of eligible projects

Ontario, Canada

Tired of scrolling through all these programs?

Filter funding opportunities relevant for your company on the helloDarwin platform

Sort over 3,000 business funds by your industry, projects and location with helloDarwin's free app.

A Platform Designed for Modern Business Needs

A Vast and Continuously Updated Grant Database

Personalized and Smart Grant Matching

Full-Service Expert Support

Diverse Project Categories and Funding Options

Popular funding categories include:

Digital Transformation: software, cybersecurity, automation, AI
Human Resources: hiring graduates, professional training, retention
Export & Market Development: trade missions, translation, digital campaigns
Sustainability: energy efficiency, waste management, eco-certification
R&D & Innovation: product development, process improvement, prototyping
Infrastructure & Capital Assets: renovations, equipment purchases, workspace upgrades

Many programs offer reimbursement rates ranging from 25% to over 90% of eligible costs, and some can be combined for even greater impact.

Direct Impact on Business Performance

A Perfect Balance of Technology and Human Support

Strengthening the Canadian Business Ecosystem

This dynamic ecosystem not only improves outcomes for funded initiatives but also contributes to a more connected and supportive business community.

A Simple and Accessible Process

From Idea to Execution: Enabling Growth

Grant and FundingClosed

PEI Arts Grants Funding

Financial support for arts community in PEI

Charlottetown, Prince Edward Island

Eligible Funding

Max. $8,000

Eligible Industries

Arts, entertainment and recreation

Types of eligible projects

Charlottetown, Prince Edward Island

Grant and FundingOpen

AFA — Community Performing Arts Organizations Operating Funding

Annual funding for Alberta non-profits producing performing arts

Alberta, Canada

Eligible Funding

No Condition

Eligible Industries

Arts, entertainment and recreation

Types of eligible projects

Alberta, Canada

Grant and FundingOpen

AFA — Artist Manager Program Funding

Funding for Alberta musicians' professional development at CMI

Alberta, Canada

Eligible Funding

Max. $5,000
Up to 100% of project cost

Eligible Industries

Arts, entertainment and recreation

Types of eligible projects

Alberta, Canada

Grant and FundingClosed

Record in BC

Attracts artists to record in B.C. studios with local professionals

British Columbia, Canada

Eligible Funding

From $20,000 to $30,000
Up to 50% of project cost

Eligible Industries

Arts, entertainment and recreation

Types of eligible projects

British Columbia, Canada

Other SupportGrant and FundingOpen

CALQ — Strategic Opportunities and Career Planning

Canadian LGBT+ Chamber of Commerce (CGLCC)

Financial aid supporting artists’ career development and strategic projects

Quebec, Canada

Eligible Funding

Max. $100,000

Eligible Industries

Information and cultural industries
Arts, entertainment and recreation

Types of eligible projects

COMMERCIALIZATIONCONSTRUCTION AND RENOVATION HUMAN RESOURCESINNOVATIONDIGITAL TRANSFORMATION

Quebec, Canada

Discover how much grant funding is available for your business

Subsidize your projects with government financial aid

Use our free grant estimator to quickly identify the available grant amounts for which your company may be eligible.

Unlock Your Business’s Full Potential with Government Grants and Financial Aid

Discover How Much Grant Funding Your Business Can Access

Innovation and R&D grants for companies developing new products, services, or technologies.
Export and international expansion subsidies to help businesses enter new markets.
Workforce development funding for training, hiring, and upskilling employees.
Green energy and sustainability grants for eco-friendly initiatives and energy-efficient projects.
Startup and entrepreneur support programs for new businesses seeking capital and resources.

Maximize Your Business Growth with Non-Repayable Financial Assistance

Take Advantage of Government Funding Opportunities Today

Expert AdviceOpen

CGLCC — Tourism

Market your tourism business to LGBT+ travellers

Canada

Eligible Funding

No Condition

Eligible Industries

Retail trade
Transportation and warehousing
Arts, entertainment and recreation
Accommodation and food services

Types of eligible projects

Canada

Grant and FundingOpen

AFA — Artists and Education Funding

Subsidizes Alberta artists' fees for school residency projects

Alberta, Alberta

Eligible Funding

Max. $15,000
Up to 50% of project cost

Eligible Industries

Arts, entertainment and recreation

Types of eligible projects

Alberta, Alberta

Grant and FundingOpen

Musicaction — Musical Showcases – Stream 3 - National Showcase and Tour

Ontario Ministry of Tourism, Culture and Sport (MTCS)

Supports francophone artists' international exposure and career development

Canada

Eligible Funding

Max. $40,000
Up to 75% of project cost

Eligible Industries

Arts, entertainment and recreation

Types of eligible projects

Canada

Grant and FundingOpen

Celebrate Ontario Blockbuster (COB)

Supports major events boosting tourism and economic impact in Ontario

Ontario, Canada

Eligible Funding

Up to 20% of project cost

Eligible Industries

Arts, entertainment and recreation

Types of eligible projects

Ontario, Canada

Grant and FundingOpening Soon

Strategic Innovation Fund — Digital Generator – Stream 2

Enhancing digital capacities for Canadian arts organizations

Canada

Eligible Funding

Max. $100,000
Up to 100% of project cost

Eligible Industries

Arts, entertainment and recreation

Types of eligible projects

DIGITAL TRANSFORMATION

Canada

Access over 3000 different funding opportunities

Try the helloDarwin platform today and find programs that fit your needs

The helloDarwin application makes it easy to unlock grants so your business can grow faster—with less hassle and more impact.

That’s the problem helloDarwin set out to solve with its grant platform—a tool designed not only to uncover hidden opportunities but to turn them into engines for business growth.

The Reality: Entrepreneurs Don’t Have Time to Chase 28 Government Websites

No guesswork. No 100-page PDFs. No copy-pasting into spreadsheets at 10 p.m. Just a straight line from idea to opportunity—and from opportunity to execution.

Not a Promise. A Proven Process.

Explore — Use a dynamic tool to identify relevant programs based on your business profile, project goals, and sector.
Estimate — Get a personalized forecast of potential funding amounts.
Act — Access expert support to write, file, and manage your grant application all the way through approval.

On the Ground: “We Thought It Wasn’t for Us”

Within 15 minutes, she found she was eligible for:

80% funding for upskilling her team
Up to $50,000 for a digital process transformation
Export assistance for her eco-certified furniture line

With expert help from the platform’s network, two applications were submitted within six weeks. Three months later, the funds were flowing.

Her team kept working. She didn’t miss a single client meeting. The paperwork? Someone else handled it.

The Secret Weapon: Human Expertise + Automated Insight

Once a relevant program is identified, users can activate support from:

Grant application specialists
Financial and tax consultants
Industry-specific advisors (tech, manufacturing, sustainability…)

These professionals know how to speak the language of funding agencies, avoid technical pitfalls, and build credible, compelling submissions that align with government priorities.

Grants as Strategy, Not Serendipity

One of the key cultural shifts that helloDarwin enables is this: stop seeing grants as a bonus. Start using them as a core business strategy.

By integrating public funding into your business roadmap, you can plan projects more effectively, make smarter investments, and time your initiatives with upcoming funding windows.

Take, for instance, a company that plans to hire three engineers in Q2 of next year. With helloDarwin, they can:

See which programs will be active
Prepare their documentation in advance
Maximize their reimbursement rate (often 50%–75%)
Accelerate hiring without overextending cash flow

This is not opportunism. It’s strategic resource allocation—backed by public funding that already exists.

A Platform That Evolves With You

Grants are seasonal. Programs change. Budgets close. That’s why a truly valuable tool must be living, adaptive, and proactive.

helloDarwin’s grant platform updates in real time. Its users receive alerts when:

A new program launches in their region or sector
Their business becomes eligible for something previously unavailable
A deadline is approaching for a high-value grant

It becomes a funding radar, embedded in your growth planning—not a tool you only use in times of desperation.

Who Is It For?

The answer is simple: any business with a project to fund. That includes:

Startups in early or late stages
SMEs looking to modernize
Manufacturers planning to automate
Creative firms digitizing their services
Exporters preparing to go global
Green innovators solving environmental challenges

Whether you're running a two-person creative agency or a 50-person industrial operation, there are grants for you. The only thing missing is a way to find them—and a partner to help unlock them.

Building an Ecosystem, Not Just a Platform

helloDarwin doesn’t work in isolation. It collaborates with:

Local economic development organizations
Industry associations and chambers of commerce
Banks and financial institutions
Professional service firms and consultants

This ecosystem allows the platform to not only recommend funding, but also connect users with vetted experts and service providers who can execute the projects being funded.

Need help building your e-commerce site, launching your ESG strategy, or hiring an export advisor? helloDarwin connects the dots—from funding to fulfillment.

Three Common Mistakes That helloDarwin Helps You Avoid

Waiting Too Long Many businesses defer their plans because they believe it’s “not the right time.” In reality, most grants have narrow windows. Wait too long, and the funding is gone.
Assuming You’re Not Eligible Public funding isn’t just for deep-tech startups or cleantech firms. It supports marketing, recruitment, training, IT upgrades, and much more.
DIY Grant Applications Too many companies go it alone. But one wrong number, one missed document, or one misinterpreted eligibility clause can ruin your chances.

helloDarwin addresses all three by offering structure, automation, and expert support from the start.

A Cultural Shift in How Businesses See Funding

The deeper mission of helloDarwin isn’t just technological—it’s cultural.

A company that integrates grants into its financial strategy can:

Innovate without draining its runway
Recruit more confidently
Accelerate product launches
De-risk export strategies
Improve retention through training and benefits

Grants don’t just lower costs. They unlock momentum.

Grant and FundingOpen

CALQ — Distribution of works in Quebec

Supports the dissemination of literary and storytelling works in Quebec

Quebec, Canada

Eligible Funding

Up to 75% of project cost

Eligible Industries

Information and cultural industries
Arts, entertainment and recreation

Types of eligible projects

COMMERCIALIZATION

Quebec, Canada

Grant and FundingClosed

AFA — Organization Activation Projects Funding

Funds rural Alberta projects to support emerging artists

Alberta, Canada

Eligible Funding

Max. $30,000

Eligible Industries

Arts, entertainment and recreation

Types of eligible projects

Alberta, Canada

Grant and FundingClosed

Slate Development

Supports B.C. production companies' project development and capacity-building initiatives

British Columbia, Canada

Eligible Funding

Max. $50,000
Up to 30% of project cost

Eligible Industries

Arts, entertainment and recreation

Types of eligible projects

HUMAN RESOURCESBUSINESS BUYOUT

British Columbia, Canada

Grant and FundingOpen

Musicaction — International Commercialization – Stream 2 - Career development in a target market

Program supports international promotion and career development activities

Quebec, Canada

Eligible Funding

Max. $50,000
Up to 50% of project cost

Eligible Industries

Arts, entertainment and recreation

Types of eligible projects

COMMERCIALIZATION

Quebec, Canada

Grant and FundingOpen

CALQ —Creation

Financial support for artistic creation and development in Quebec

Quebec, Canada

Eligible Funding

Max. $50,000

Eligible Industries

Information and cultural industries
Arts, entertainment and recreation

Types of eligible projects

Quebec, Canada

Download the official 2025 grants guide

Access key insights to maximize your funding opportunities

Understand the different funding programs and find the best options for your business.

Unlock Your Business’s Full Potential with Government Grants and Financial Aid

Discover How Much Grant Funding Your Business Can Access

Innovation and R&D grants for companies developing new products, services, or technologies.
Export and international expansion subsidies to help businesses enter new markets.
Workforce development funding for training, hiring, and upskilling employees.
Green energy and sustainability grants for eco-friendly initiatives and energy-efficient projects.
Startup and entrepreneur support programs for new businesses seeking capital and resources.

Maximize Your Business Growth with Non-Repayable Financial Assistance

Take Advantage of Government Funding Opportunities Today

Grant and FundingClosed

SOCAN — Professional Development Assistance

SOCAN Foundation

SOCAN supports composer career advancement through development grants

Canada

Eligible Funding

Max. $1,500

Eligible Industries

Arts, entertainment and recreation

Types of eligible projects

Canada

Grant and FundingOpen

OAC — Multi and Inter-Arts Organizations: Operating

Supports operating funding for Ontario multi- and inter-arts organizations

Ontario, Canada

Eligible Funding

No Condition

Eligible Industries

Arts, entertainment and recreation

Types of eligible projects

Ontario, Canada

Grant and FundingOpening Soon

Explore and Create — Artist-Driven Organizations

Money for artistic activities

Canada

Eligible Funding

Up to 60% of project cost

Eligible Industries

Arts, entertainment and recreation

Types of eligible projects

Canada

Grant and FundingClosed

Ottawa — Tourism Accessibility Fund (TAF)

City of Ottawa

Funding to improve accessibility in Ottawa’s tourism sector

Ottawa, Ontario

Eligible Funding

Max. $25,000
Up to 70% of project cost

Eligible Industries

Retail trade
Arts, entertainment and recreation
Accommodation and food services
Other services (except public administration)

Types of eligible projects

Ottawa, Ontario

Grant and FundingClosed

Music Company

Invests in B.C. music companies' business development and growth

British Columbia, Canada

Eligible Funding

From $2,000 to $60,000
Up to 50% of project cost

Eligible Industries

Arts, entertainment and recreation

Types of eligible projects

ENVIRONMENT AND CLIMATECONSTRUCTION AND RENOVATION HUMAN RESOURCESINNOVATION

British Columbia, Canada

Find tailored funding for your business

Discover more funding opportunities on the helloDarwin platform

Look through over 3000 grants, tax credits, loans and more financial aid on the helloDarwin application.

This is exactly the problem helloDarwin set out to solve.

helloDarwin’s grant platform is flipping the script by turning complexity into clarity and making funding a strategic advantage for Canadian businesses of all sizes.

The Vision: A Smarter Way to Fund Business Growth

At its core, helloDarwin’s grant platform is built on a simple but powerful idea: funding should empower businesses, not overwhelm them.

Step 1: Discovery Made Easy

That’s where helloDarwin’s discovery engine comes in.

Step 2: Clear Guidance and Next Steps

Step 3: Human Expertise When It Matters Most

For businesses that want to maximize their chances of approval, these experts step in to:

Review and validate eligibility
Write or revise grant applications
Build strong business cases aligned with funding priorities
Ensure deadlines are met
Coordinate post-funding reporting

Built for Real Business Use Cases

One of the most compelling aspects of the helloDarwin platform is its adaptability to real-life business scenarios. Here are just a few examples of how companies use the platform:

1. The AI Startup Expanding to Europe

2. The Manufacturing Company Going Green

3. The Agency Hiring Young Talent

A Platform That Grows With You

It’s more than a transactional tool—it’s a business intelligence asset that supports growth over the long term.

Why It Works: Trust, Transparency, and Efficiency

Three values underpin the success of helloDarwin’s grant platform:

Trust Businesses know they are getting objective, vetted information—not biased promotions or limited program listings. The platform operates independently of government agencies and focuses on delivering value to its users first.
Transparency All fees (where applicable) and engagement terms are clear. Grant estimates are realistic, based on program rules, and users are guided toward opportunities that genuinely match their profiles.
Efficiency In a world where time is money, the platform reduces the time spent searching, guessing, and redoing failed submissions. From onboarding to approval, every step is optimized for speed and simplicity.

Making Grants a Growth Habit

This change in mindset has ripple effects. Companies that consistently use grants can:

Experiment with innovative ideas without bearing all the risk
Hire sooner, train better, and retain more talent
Invest in technology and sustainability with confidence
Build resilience against market shocks or supply chain disruptions
Gain recognition and trust from investors, clients, and government partners

Grants become not just about reducing costs, but about unlocking potential.

Who Is It For?

The helloDarwin grant platform is purpose-built for:

Startups exploring early-stage growth and hiring
SMEs seeking to modernize or expand internationally
Manufacturers aiming to automate or go green
Professional service firms investing in tools, marketing, or skills
Nonprofits and social enterprises scaling their impact

It’s ideal for companies with lean teams, limited admin bandwidth, and high-impact ideas that need a push to launch.

A New Standard for Funding Access

In doing so, it supports a more dynamic, resilient, and forward-looking Canadian economy—one company at a time.

Grant and FundingClosed

Arts Across Canada — Arts Festivals and Presenters

Funds for showcasing artistic work

Canada

Eligible Funding

Up to 60% of project cost

Eligible Industries

Arts, entertainment and recreation

Types of eligible projects

Canada

Grant and FundingClosed

Creating, Knowing and Sharing — Indigenous Organizations

Financial support for Indigenous creative initiatives

Canada

Eligible Funding

Max. $100,000
Up to 60% of project cost

Eligible Industries

Arts, entertainment and recreation

Types of eligible projects

Canada

Grant and FundingOpen

Indigenous cultural partnership