Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 500,000 $
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
Types of eligible projects
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Forestry Grant in Canada
Canada’s forestry industry is transforming as businesses invest in innovation, clean technology, and sustainable growth. Across the country, companies can access a broad network of funding programs—from federal initiatives like Investments in Forest Industry Transformation (IFIT), Sustainable Development Technology Canada (SDTC), and Green Construction Through Wood (GCWood), to provincial programs that target modernization and emissions reduction. These grants help sawmills, engineered wood producers, and biomass energy developers upgrade equipment, improve efficiency, and develop new products for global markets. Combined with growing support for Indigenous-led forestry projects, this wave of funding is helping Canada’s forest sector remain competitive, reduce carbon impacts, and drive the shift toward a cleaner, circular economy.
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Grant and FundingOpenInnovative Projects Program
Supports innovative, energy-efficient projects for multi-building developmentsEligible Funding- Maximum amount : 12,000,000 $
- Up to 75% of project cost
Eligible Industries- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
- Construction
- Manufacturing
- Wholesale trade
Types of eligible projectsTechnologyEnvironment and ClimateInnovationQuebec, Canada
Eligible Funding- Maximum amount : 45,000 $
- Up to 100% of project cost
Eligible Industries- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
Timeline- Open Date : February 25, 2026
- Closing date : September 1, 2028
Canada
Grant and FundingExpert AdviceOpenYouth Initiative to Combat Climate Change - Education and Awareness
Supports young Quebecers' climate action projects and awareness abroadEligible Funding- Varies by project
Eligible Industries- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
- Utilities
- Construction
- Manufacturing
Timeline- Open Date : November 24, 2025
Quebec, Canada- Grant and FundingExpert AdviceOpen
Youth Initiative to Combat Climate Change - Entrepreneurship and Green Economy
Supports young Quebecers in entrepreneurship and green economy initiativesEligible Funding- Varies by project
Eligible Industries- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
- Utilities
- Construction
- Manufacturing
Timeline- Open Date : November 24, 2025
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Grant and FundingOpenWorkplace first aid training
Subsidizes workplace first aid training for eligible workers based on sectorEligible Funding- Up to 5% of project cost
Eligible Industries- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
- Mining, quarrying, and oil and gas extraction
- Construction
Types of eligible projectsHuman ResourcesQuebec, Canada
Grant and FundingOpenGrowing Canada’s Community Canopies - Tree planting
Funding for community tree planting projectsEligible Funding- From $50,000 to $10,000,000
- Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
- Other services (except public administration)
- Public administration
Timeline- Open Date : February 17, 2026
Canada
Eligible Funding- Varies by project
Eligible Industries- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
Types of eligible projectsCommercializationEnvironment and ClimateHuman ResourcesBusiness BuyoutQuebec, Canada
Loans and Capital investmentsOpenMRC de D’Autray — FLI/FLS
Supporting business development through proactive financial solutionsEligible Funding- Maximum amount : 250,000 $
- Up to 20% of project cost
Eligible Industries- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
- Manufacturing
- Other services (except public administration)
- Public administration
Types of eligible projectsConstruction and Renovation Business BuyoutQuebec, Canada
Grant and FundingOpenMRC Fjord-du-Saguenay — Development Optimisation Fund
Development support fund for Fjord-du-Saguenay organizationsEligible Funding- From $2,000 to $3,000
- Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
- Mining, quarrying, and oil and gas extraction
- Manufacturing
- Wholesale trade
Types of eligible projectsInnovationQuebec, Canada- Platform
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Loans and Capital investmentsOpenMRC L'Islet — Local investment fund (FLI / FLS)
Financing for business development projectsEligible Funding- Maximum amount : 150,000 $
Eligible Industries- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
- Mining, quarrying, and oil and gas extraction
- Utilities
- Manufacturing
Types of eligible projectsConstruction and Renovation Business BuyoutQuebec, Canada
Loans and Capital investmentsOpenMRC Matawinie — Local investment fund
Financing for business growth and successionEligible Funding- From $1,000 to $150,000
Eligible Industries- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
- Manufacturing
- Wholesale trade
- Retail trade
Types of eligible projectsCommercializationConstruction and Renovation Business BuyoutDigital TransformationQuebec, Canada
Loans and Capital investmentsOpenMRC Témiscamingue — Local Investment Fund Loan
Financing for business start-up and expansionEligible Funding- From $5,000 to $150,000
- Up to 20% of project cost
Eligible Industries- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
- Retail trade
- Other services (except public administration)
- Public administration
Timeline- Closing date : June 1, 2032
Temiscaming, Quebec, Canada- Expert AdviceLoans and Capital investmentsOpen
MRC Témiscamingue — Youth Strategy Loan
Financing for young entrepreneurs in TémiscamingueEligible Funding- From $5,000 to $150,000
Eligible Industries- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
- Manufacturing
Timeline- Open Date : June 1, 2024
- Closing date : June 1, 2032
Temiscaming, Quebec, Canada 
Grant and FundingOpenNorthern Ontario Development Program — Community Economic Development
Funding for Northern Ontario community economic developmentEligible Funding- Up to 33% of project cost
Eligible Industries- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
- Mining, quarrying, and oil and gas extraction
- Utilities
- Manufacturing
Types of eligible projectsInnovationOntario, CanadaTurn funding opportunities for forestry in Canada into strong applications
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Loans and Capital investmentsOpenRouyn-Noranda — FLI Succession
Financing for business succession in Rouyn-NorandaEligible Funding- Maximum amount : 250,000 $
Eligible Industries- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
- Manufacturing
- Retail trade
- Accommodation and food services
Types of eligible projectsCommercializationTechnologyConstruction and Renovation Business BuyoutDigital TransformationRouyn-Noranda, Quebec, Canada
Other SupportGrant and FundingExpert AdviceOpenVille de La Tuque — RRF stream 2 - Support for local and regional development skills
Support for local business development in La TuqueEligible Funding- Maximum amount : 25,000 $
- Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
- Construction
- Manufacturing
- Retail trade
Types of eligible projectsConstruction and RenovationLa Tuque, Quebec, Canada
Loans and Capital investmentsOpenAg-West Bio – Technology Commercialization Investment Fund
Loans or equity for Saskatchewan bioscience and agtech commercializationEligible Funding- From $50,000 to $300,000
Eligible Industries- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
- Professional, scientific and technical services
Types of eligible projectsCommercializationTechnologyInnovationSaskatchewan, Canada
Eligible Funding- Maximum amount : 6,000,000 $
- Up to 80% of project cost
Eligible Industries- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
Types of eligible projectsCommercializationEnvironment and ClimateNB, Canada
Grant and FundingOpenAgriStability — Newfoundland and Labrador
Whole-farm income support for Canadian producersEligible Funding- Up to 80% of project cost
Eligible Industries- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
Types of eligible projectsCommercializationEnvironment and ClimateCanada- Platform
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Eligible Funding- Up to 80% of project cost
Eligible Industries- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
Types of eligible projectsCommercializationEnvironment and ClimateCanada
Grant and FundingOpenBalancing our Triple Bottom Line
Corporate donations supporting community and environmental initiativesEligible Funding- Varies by project
Eligible Industries- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
- Educational services
- Health care and social assistance
Timeline- Open Date : February 3, 2026
Canada
Grant and FundingOpenCHOICES Workplace Safety Incentive Program
Rebates for employee training in occupational health and safety in YukonEligible Funding- Maximum amount : 25,000 $
- Up to 10% of project cost
Eligible Industries- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
- Mining, quarrying, and oil and gas extraction
- Utilities
- Construction
Types of eligible projectsHuman ResourcesYukon, Canada
Eligible Funding- Varies by project
Eligible Industries- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
- Mining, quarrying, and oil and gas extraction
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
Types of eligible projectsBusiness BuyoutWhitehorse, Yukon, Canada
Grant and FundingOpenCommunity Action Initiative (CAI) - Lived and Living Experience Employment Grant
Supports employment initiatives for people with lived experience of mental health or substance use.Eligible Funding- Maximum amount : 60,000 $
Eligible Industries- All industries
Types of eligible projectsBC, CanadaNeed help applying for grants for forestry in Canada?
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Eligible Funding- From $2,000 to $30,000
- Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
- Mining, quarrying, and oil and gas extraction
- Utilities
- Manufacturing
Types of eligible projectsInnovationBC, Canada
Grant and FundingOpenCQRDA — PARTENAR-IA — Business
Funding for Quebec innovative collaborations in AI, using aluminiumEligible Funding- Maximum amount : 1,500,000 $
- Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
- Mining, quarrying, and oil and gas extraction
- Construction
- Manufacturing
Timeline- Open Date : April 15, 2025
Quebec, Canada
Grant and FundingOpenCRIBIQ — PSO-Bioproducts and bioprocesses
Innovative support for bioproducts and bioprocesses developmentEligible Funding- Maximum amount : 1,500,000 $
- Up to 40% of project cost
Eligible Industries- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
- Manufacturing
- Professional, scientific and technical services
Timeline- Open Date : July 9, 2026
- Closing date : October 16, 2026
Quebec, Canada
Grant and FundingOpenDisaster Financial Assistance Arrangements (DFAA)
Disaster cost-sharing for provinces and territoriesEligible Funding- Up to 90% of project cost
Eligible Industries- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
- Utilities
- Construction
- Manufacturing
Timeline- Open Date : April 1, 2025
Canada
Eligible Funding- Maximum amount : 15,000 $
- Up to 75% of project cost
Eligible Industries- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
Timeline- Open Date : September 19, 2023
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Eligible Funding- From $25,000 to $7,000,000
Eligible Industries- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
- Manufacturing
Types of eligible projectsEnvironment and ClimateCanada- Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Eligible Industries- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
Types of eligible projectsEnvironment and ClimateCanada - Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Eligible Industries- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
- Construction
Types of eligible projectsCommercializationConstruction and RenovationCanada - Loans and Capital investmentsOpen
Farm Transfer Transition Loans
Flexible financing for farm transfersEligible Funding- Varies by project
Eligible Industries- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
Types of eligible projectsBusiness BuyoutCanada 
Grant and FundingOpenFESBC — 2025-27 Fibre Utilization Funding
Supports residual fibre utilization projectsEligible Funding- Varies by project
Eligible Industries- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
- Manufacturing
- Public administration
Timeline- Open Date : June 28, 2024
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FESBC — 2025-27 Wildfire Risk Reduction Funding
Supports wildfire risk reduction in British ColumbiaEligible Funding- Varies by project
Eligible Industries- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
- Public administration
Timeline- Open Date : June 28, 2024
BC, Canada 
Grant and FundingExpert AdviceOpenFinancial Assistance Program for the Development of Private Woodlots
Financial support for private forest improvementEligible Funding- Up to 80% of project cost
Eligible Industries- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
Types of eligible projectsEnvironment and ClimateQuebec, Canada
Other SupportExpert AdviceLoans and Capital investmentsOpenFinDev Canada Financing and Investment
Financing and investment for development-focused businessesEligible Funding- Varies by project
Eligible Industries- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
- Utilities
- Transportation and warehousing
- Information and cultural industries
Types of eligible projectsCommercializationEnvironment and ClimateDigital TransformationCanada
Grant and FundingOpenForest Biomass Program — Modernization stream
Modernizes Ontario's forest sector using underutilized biomass resourcesEligible Funding- Maximum amount : 10,000,000 $
- Up to 35% of project cost
Eligible Industries- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
Timeline- Open Date : June 1, 2026
- Closing date : December 1, 2026
Ontario, Canada- Grant and FundingOpen
Forest Biomass Program — Exploring biomass pathways stream
Ontario's Forest Biomass Program: fostering sustainable economic growthEligible Funding- Maximum amount : 130,000 $
- Up to 80% of project cost
Eligible Industries- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
Timeline- Closing date : November 30, 2026
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Forest Biomass Program — Indigenous bioeconomy partnerships stream
Supports Ontario forest biomass initiativesEligible Funding- Maximum amount : 250,000 $
- Up to 80% of project cost
Eligible Industries- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
- Manufacturing
Timeline- Closing date : October 15, 2026
Ontario, Canada - Grant and FundingOpen
Forest Biomass Program — Innovative bioproduct manufacturing stream
Supports forest biomass innovation and utilization in OntarioEligible Funding- Maximum amount : 5,000,000 $
- Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
- Utilities
- Construction
- Manufacturing
Timeline- Open Date : June 1, 2026
- Closing date : December 1, 2026
Ontario, Canada 
Eligible Funding- Maximum amount : 750,000 $
Eligible Industries- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
Types of eligible projectsConstruction and RenovationQuebec, Canada
Eligible Funding- Maximum amount : 6,000 $
- Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
- Administrative and support, waste management and remediation services
- Educational services
- Other services (except public administration)
Timeline- Open Date : February 3, 2026
Canada
Other SupportOpenGasoline used in unlicensed business equipment
Ontario gasoline tax refund for unlicensed equipmentEligible Funding- Varies by project
Eligible Industries- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
- Construction
- Manufacturing
- Transportation and warehousing
Types of eligible projectsConstruction and RenovationOntario, CanadaGet grants for forestry in Canada for your business
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Partnering and CollaborationGrant and FundingOpenMRC de Manicouagan — FRR: Components 2-3
Support for territorial development and local vitalityEligible Funding- Maximum amount : 100,000 $
- Up to 80% of project cost
Eligible Industries- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
- Manufacturing
- Transportation and warehousing
- Information and cultural industries
Types of eligible projectsEnvironment and ClimateConstruction and Renovation Human ResourcesInnovationBaie-Comeau, Pessamit, Quebec- Grant and FundingOpen
Northern Industries Innovation Fund
Innovation funding for certain northern British Columbia SMEsEligible Funding- From $10 to $50,000
- Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
- Mining, quarrying, and oil and gas extraction
- Manufacturing
- Transportation and warehousing
Types of eligible projectsTechnologyInnovationBC, Canada 
Other SupportResearchers And FacilitiesExpert AdviceOpenNRC — Fire safety testing facility
Fire safety testing and research supportEligible Funding- Varies by project
Eligible Industries- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
- Construction
- Manufacturing
- Transportation and warehousing
Types of eligible projectsTechnologyOttawa, Ontario, Canada- Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 10,000,000 $
- Up to 80% of project cost
Eligible Industries- Utilities
- Construction
- Manufacturing
- Real estate and rental and leasing
Timeline- Closing date : October 15, 2026
Ontario, Canada 
Other SupportPartnering and CollaborationGrant and FundingExpert AdviceOpenPerth County Stewardship Program
Funding for stewardship and tree planting projectsEligible Funding- From $1,000 to $10,000
- Up to 100% of project cost
Eligible Industries- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
Timeline- Closing date : November 25, 2026
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- Up to 90% of project cost
Eligible Industries- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
- Mining, quarrying, and oil and gas extraction
Types of eligible projectsEnvironment and ClimateQuebec, Canada 
Grant and FundingOpenProduct and Market Development Program — Agri-Businesses
Support for agri-food product and market growthEligible Funding- Varies by project
Eligible Industries- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
Types of eligible projectsCommercializationTechnologyEnvironment and ClimateInnovationPE, Canada
Grant and FundingOpenProtecting habitats – Municipal and school taxes component
Support for property taxes on protected habitatsEligible Funding- Varies by project
Eligible Industries- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
Timeline- Closing date : November 15, 2026
Canada
Eligible Funding- From $20,000 to $80,000
Eligible Industries- All industries
Types of eligible projectsQuebec, Canada
Eligible Funding- Varies by project
Eligible Industries- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
Types of eligible projectsOttawa, Ontario, CanadaTurn funding opportunities for forestry in Canada into strong applications
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Small Business Recovery (SBR) Consulting Rebate
Consulting cost rebate supporting small and medium business recoveryEligible Funding- Maximum amount : 30,000 $
- Up to 85% of project cost
Eligible Industries- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
- Mining, quarrying, and oil and gas extraction
- Manufacturing
- Retail trade
Types of eligible projectsCommercializationHuman ResourcesDigital TransformationBC, Canada 
Other SupportResearchers And FacilitiesPartnering and CollaborationExpert AdviceOpenSynchronex
Innovation support across QuebecEligible Funding- Varies by project
Eligible Industries- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
- Manufacturing
- Transportation and warehousing
- Professional, scientific and technical services
Types of eligible projectsCommercializationArtificial Intelligence (AI)TechnologyEnvironment and ClimateInnovationDigital TransformationQuebec, Canada
Other SupportOpenTechnology Access Centres (TAC)
Access specialized technology, equipment and expertiseEligible Funding- Varies by project
Eligible Industries- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
- Manufacturing
- Information and cultural industries
- Professional, scientific and technical services
Types of eligible projectsTechnologyInnovationCanada- Grant and FundingOpen
Ville de La Tuque — RRF stream 4 - Support for vitality
Funding for local vitality projectsEligible Funding- Maximum amount : 100,000 $
- Up to 90% of project cost
Eligible Industries- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
- Manufacturing
- Retail trade
- Transportation and warehousing
Types of eligible projectsCommercializationEnvironment and ClimateHuman ResourcesLa Tuque, Quebec, Canada 
Loans and Capital investmentsClosedFinancing to respond to the offensive of new tariffs and for initiatives for resilient and exporting companies (FRONTIERE)
Financing for Québec exporters affected by new U.S. tariffsEligible Funding- Maximum amount : 50,000,000 $
- Up to 25% of project cost
Eligible Industries- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
- Mining, quarrying, and oil and gas extraction
- Manufacturing
Timeline- Closing date : March 31, 2026
Quebec, Canada- Platform
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Forest Innovation Program
Funding innovation to transform and decarbonize Canada's forest sectorEligible Funding- Varies by project
Eligible Industries- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
- Manufacturing
- Professional, scientific and technical services
- Educational services
Timeline- Closing date : April 13, 2026
Canada 
Grant and FundingClosedCapital Retrofits
Funding for non-emitting industrial retrofits reducing energy use and emissionsEligible Funding- Maximum amount : 1,000,000 $
- Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
- Mining, quarrying, and oil and gas extraction
- Utilities
- Construction
Timeline- Closing date : March 19, 2026
Alberta, Canada- Grant and FundingClosed
CRIBIQ — PARTENAR-IA — Industry
Funding for Quebec innovative collaborations in AIEligible Funding- Maximum amount : 350,000 $
- Up to 75% of project cost
Eligible Industries- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
- Manufacturing
- Professional, scientific and technical services
- Other services (except public administration)
Timeline- Open Date : July 1, 2023
- Closing date : September 5, 2023
Quebec City, Quebec, Canada 
Grant and FundingClosedFinancial assistance for large-scale northern projects
Supports major northern Quebec community and infrastructure development projectsEligible Funding- Minimum amount : 200,000 $
- Up to 80% of project cost
Eligible Industries- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
- Mining, quarrying, and oil and gas extraction
- Utilities
- Construction
Timeline- Closing date : July 4, 2025
Quebec, Canada
Grant and FundingClosedGenome British Columbia — GeneSolve Program
Supports genomics research to solve sector challenges in British ColumbiaEligible Funding- Maximum amount : 250,000 $
Eligible Industries- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
- Mining, quarrying, and oil and gas extraction
- Utilities
- Professional, scientific and technical services
Types of eligible projectsCommercializationTechnologyEnvironment and ClimateInnovationBC, CanadaNeed help applying for grants for forestry in Canada?
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Partnering and CollaborationGrant and FundingClosedGenomics integration program – Agriculture and biofood, forestry and environment
Supports partnerships integrating genomics into agriculture, forestry, and environment solutionsEligible Funding- From $50,000 to $150,000
Eligible Industries- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
- Mining, quarrying, and oil and gas extraction
- Utilities
- Professional, scientific and technical services
Timeline- Closing date : October 20, 2025
Quebec, Canada
Grant and FundingClosedInnovation in Quantum Technologies — Stream 3
Money for collaborative projects in partnership with public research centresEligible Funding- Maximum amount : 1,500,000 $
- Up to 35% of project cost
Eligible Industries- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
- Mining, quarrying, and oil and gas extraction
- Construction
- Manufacturing
Timeline- Closing date : April 15, 2025
Quebec, Canada
Grant and FundingClosedMRC Charlevoix-Est — Sustainable Forest Management Program
Funding for sustainable forest management projectsEligible Funding- Up to 75% of project cost
Eligible Industries- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
- Construction
Timeline- Open Date : April 1, 2018
- Closing date : March 31, 2021
Quebec, Canada- Grant and FundingClosed
MRC Fjord-du-Saguenay — Entrepreneurship assistance and support fund (FASE)
Entrepreneurship support fund fostering economic developmentEligible Funding- From $15,000 to $75,000
- Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
- Manufacturing
- Wholesale trade
- Retail trade
Timeline- Open Date : February 17, 2017
- Closing date : February 13, 2021
Quebec, Canada 
Other SupportGrant and FundingLoans and Capital investmentsWage Subsidies And InternsClosedMRC La Matapédia — Regions and Rurality Fund of La Matapédia - 2024 Business Support Policy
Business funding for local growth projectsEligible Funding- Maximum amount : 150,000 $
- Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries- Construction
- Retail trade
- Transportation and warehousing
- Professional, scientific and technical services
Timeline- Open Date : June 17, 2021
- Closing date : May 1, 2024
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Grant and FundingClosedMRC Portneuf — Capitale-Nationale Region Fund (FRCN)
Portneuf's investment fund supports regional economic developmentEligible Funding- Maximum amount : 100,000 $
- Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
- Manufacturing
- Information and cultural industries
- Administrative and support, waste management and remediation services
Timeline- Open Date : June 1, 2018
- Closing date : January 23, 2019
Quebec, Canada- Grant and FundingClosed
MRC Portneuf — Sustainable Forest Management Program
Support for sustainable forest management projectsEligible Funding- Maximum amount : 24,292 $
Eligible Industries- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
Timeline- Closing date : February 28, 2022
Cap Sante, Quebec, Canada - Loans and Capital investmentsClosed
MRC Témiscamingue — Youth Assistance Loan
Financing for young entrepreneurs in TémiscamingueEligible Funding- From $5,000 to $25,000
Eligible Industries- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
- Manufacturing
Timeline- Open Date : January 1, 2025
- Closing date : June 30, 2025
Temiscaming, Quebec, Canada 
Grant and FundingClosedMRC Témiscouata — Signature Innovation Fund - Component 3 - Rurality and Region Fund
Support for innovative acériculture projectsEligible Funding- Maximum amount : 218,798 $
- Up to 80% of project cost
Eligible Industries- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
- Manufacturing
Timeline- Open Date : November 24, 2021
- Closing date : December 31, 2024
Quebec, Canada
Expert AdviceClosedAccompaniment and technical support for Québec forestry companies (MASTE)
Technical support for Québec forestry companiesEligible Funding- Maximum amount : 50,000 $
- Up to 75% of project cost
Eligible Industries- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
- Manufacturing
- Transportation and warehousing
Timeline- Open Date : July 18, 2022
- Closing date : September 12, 2024
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Grant and FundingClosedAlternative Land Use Services Program
Funding for agricultural land sustainability in Prince Edward IslandEligible Funding- Varies by project
Eligible Industries- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
Timeline- Open Date : July 9, 2024
- Closing date : July 9, 2024
PE, Canada
Grant and FundingClosedBOLT Grant Program
Supports projects expanding global Internet connectivity through prototypes and pilots.Eligible Funding- Maximum amount : 300,000 $
Eligible Industries- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
- Mining, quarrying, and oil and gas extraction
- Utilities
- Construction
Timeline- Closing date : August 6, 2024
Quebec, Canada- Researchers And FacilitiesPartnering and CollaborationGrant and FundingClosed
Build and Mobilize Foundational Wildland Fire Knowledge
Supports wildland fire research and knowledge mobilizationEligible Funding- Varies by project
Eligible Industries- Professional, scientific and technical services
- Public administration
Types of eligible projectsEnvironment and ClimateInnovationCanada - Partnering and CollaborationGrant and FundingClosed
Call for bilateral cooperation projects Quebec-Cameroon
Support for Quebec-Cameroon entrepreneurial cooperationEligible Funding- Maximum amount : 7,000 $
Eligible Industries- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
- Manufacturing
- Wholesale trade
- Professional, scientific and technical services
Types of eligible projectsCommercializationEnvironment and ClimateDigital TransformationQuebec, Canada 
Partnering and CollaborationGrant and FundingClosedCall for Proposals in Technology Leadership
Supports digital tech commercialization and growthEligible Funding- Varies by project
Eligible Industries- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
- Mining, quarrying, and oil and gas extraction
- Health care and social assistance
Types of eligible projectsCommercializationArtificial Intelligence (AI)TechnologyEnvironment and ClimateInnovationDigital TransformationCanada- Platform
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Grant and FundingClosedCanfor High School Scholarship Program
Support for forestry and trades studentsEligible Funding- From $1,000 to $1,000
Eligible Industries- Manufacturing
Timeline- Closing date : May 9, 2025
Alberta, BC, NS, Canada- Partnering and CollaborationGrant and FundingClosed
Centre of Excellence for Wildland Fire Innovation and Resilience
Virtual centre for wildland fire innovationEligible Funding- Maximum amount : 11,750,000 $
Eligible Industries- Public administration
Types of eligible projectsTechnologyEnvironment and ClimateInnovationQuebec, Canada 
Grant and FundingClosedCICE 2023 Directed Call for Innovation — Measurement, Monitoring and Verification (MMV) of Carbon Management
Funding for BC-based innovatorsEligible Funding- Varies by project
Eligible Industries- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
- Utilities
- Manufacturing
- Transportation and warehousing
Timeline- Open Date : January 1, 2024
- Closing date : June 30, 2024
BC, Canada
Grant and FundingClosedCIFQ - Donations and sponsorships
Support for forest industry outreach and educationEligible Funding- Varies by project
Eligible Industries- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
- Manufacturing
Types of eligible projectsEnvironment and ClimateQuebec, Canada- Grant and FundingClosed
Clean Fuils Fund – Establishing biomass supply chains
Supports biomass supply chains for clean fuelsEligible Funding- Varies by project
Eligible Industries- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
- Manufacturing
- Administrative and support, waste management and remediation services
Timeline- Closing date : November 23, 2022
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- Grant and FundingClosed
Clean Growth in Natural Resource Sectors Innovation Program (voted)
Supports clean technology projects in natural resourcesEligible Funding- Varies by project
Eligible Industries- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
- Mining, quarrying, and oil and gas extraction
- Utilities
Types of eligible projectsCommercializationEnvironment and ClimateInnovationCanada 
Other SupportGrant and FundingTax CreditsClosedCommunity Improvement Plan – Financial Incentive Grant Program
Financial incentives for village core businessesEligible Funding- Maximum amount : 15,000 $
- Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
- Retail trade
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
- Accommodation and food services
Types of eligible projectsConstruction and RenovationOntario, Canada
Grant and FundingClosedCommunity Workforce Response Grant — Community Response Stream
Funding for forest-sector community training needsEligible Funding- Maximum amount : 300,000 $
Eligible Industries- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
Timeline- Open Date : October 7, 2024
- Closing date : December 13, 2024
BC, Canada
Expert AdviceClosedConsulting Services Program 2023-2028 (Agriconseils Network)
Funding for agricultural consulting servicesEligible Funding- Maximum amount : 40,000 $
- Up to 75% of project cost
Eligible Industries- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
Types of eligible projectsCommercializationEnvironment and ClimateHuman ResourcesLanaudière, Laval, Montreal, Quebec
Grant and FundingClosedCulture and Heritage Grants and Contributions Program - Culture and Heritage
Support for culture and heritage initiativesEligible Funding- Maximum amount : 75,000 $
Eligible Industries- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
- Mining, quarrying, and oil and gas extraction
- Utilities
- Construction
Timeline- Closing date : January 31, 2026
Nunavut, Canada- Platform
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Disaster Recovery Assistance for Ontarians (DRAO)
Financial support after a natural disasterEligible Funding- Maximum amount : 250,000 $
- Up to 90% of project cost
Eligible Industries- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
- Construction
- Manufacturing
- Retail trade
Types of eligible projectsConstruction and RenovationOntario, Canada 
Loans and Capital investmentsClosedDown payment loan
Subordinate financing to complete your down paymentEligible Funding- From $50,000 to $500,000
Eligible Industries- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
Types of eligible projectsQuebec, Canada- Researchers And FacilitiesClosed
Early Intervention Strategy Small Scale Research program
Research funding for spruce budworm managementEligible Funding- Varies by project
Eligible Industries- Professional, scientific and technical services
- Educational services
- Other services (except public administration)
- Public administration
Types of eligible projectsEnvironment and ClimateCanada 
Wage Subsidies And InternsClosedECO Canada — Digital Skills for Youth
Wage funding for environmental digital skills jobsEligible Funding- Maximum amount : 18,000 $
- Up to 80% of project cost
Eligible Industries- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
- Mining, quarrying, and oil and gas extraction
- Professional, scientific and technical services
Timeline- Open Date : November 6, 2023
- Closing date : June 30, 2026
Canada
Grant and FundingClosedEganville Generation Corporation Bursary
Funding for education in key local sectorsEligible Funding- Maximum amount : 1,000 $
Eligible Industries- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
- Utilities
- Public administration
Timeline- Closing date : May 31, 2026
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- Partnering and CollaborationGrant and FundingClosed
Emerging Innovators Challenge
SME-led clean technology funding in AlbertaEligible Funding- From $250,000 to $5,000,000
- Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
- Mining, quarrying, and oil and gas extraction
- Utilities
- Construction
Timeline- Closing date : December 14, 2023
Calgary, Alberta, Canada 
Partnering and CollaborationGrant and FundingClosedEnterprise-led Centres of Excellence Network Programme (ECoN)
Private-sector-led research network fundingEligible Funding- Maximum amount : 1,200,000 $
- Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries- Manufacturing
- Professional, scientific and technical services
Timeline- Closing date : February 15, 2013
Canada- Grant and FundingClosed
Forest Enhancement Society of British Columbia
Funding for wildfire risk reduction projectsEligible Funding- Varies by project
Eligible Industries- Public administration
Types of eligible projectsEnvironment and ClimateBC, Canada - Grant and FundingClosed
Forest Operations Modernization Program
Funding for forest operations modernization projectsEligible Funding- Maximum amount : 250,000 $
- Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
Timeline- Closing date : November 15, 2023
Quebec, Canada 
Grant and FundingClosedGeorge & Marg Clarke Youth Agriculture Award
Support for youth pursuing agriculture studiesEligible Funding- From $500 to $500
Eligible Industries- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
Types of eligible projectsOntario, Canada
Any questions about grants for the forestry industry?
Our FAQ section is designed to provide clear, concise answers to common questions about government grants, subsidies, and funding assistance programs available across Canada
Which types of forestry businesses are eligible for government grants?
Grants are typically open to NAICS 11 sector players: logging companies, sawmills, wood processing plants, and biomass/wood by-product manufacturers. Most programs require the business to be Canadian-based, compliant with tax laws, and pursuing a project that supports innovation, employment, or sustainability.
Are there province-specific grants for forestry?
Yes. Each province offers targeted funding. For example:
- Quebec funds wood value-added processing and modernization.
- Alberta supports regional forestry resilience and workforce stability.
- Ontario provides grants for fibre access, transportation and harvesting equipment.
- British Columbia focuses on climate adaptation, sustainable procurement and small community forest businesses. Each directory page links to full provincial programs.
Can forestry companies get funding for equipment or innovation?
Absolutely. Grants are available for:
- Harvesting machinery upgrades (feller bunchers, chippers, conveyors)
- Energy efficiency improvements (dry kilns, cogeneration systems)
- Value-added wood products from secondary processing
- Digital transformation tools (scanners, tracking software) Grants often cover 25% to 75% of eligible costs depending on the province and business size.
Are there training or hiring support programs for the forestry sector?
Yes. Especially in remote or under-served regions. Available supports include:
- Wage subsidies for new or returning workers
- Equipment operator training and re-skilling programs
- Indigenous or small-scale forestry workforce programs These are mostly managed through provincial workforce or rural development departments.
Can forestry companies affected by U.S. tariffs receive compensation or relief?
Not directly through the IRRT, which applies to manufacturers (NAICS 31-33). However, provinces do offer indirect support:
- Market diversification grants
- Export readiness assistance
- Capital aid for value-added transformation to reduce reliance on raw lumber exports
What documents are needed to apply?
Common requirements include:
- Detailed project plan
- Recent or projected financial statements
- Proof of Canadian business registration and tax compliance
- In some cases, an environmental impact justification or letters of support Processing times usually range from 4 to 12 weeks.