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Discover the grants and financing available for healthcare businesses

In Canada, grants and funding are crucial for the growth and innovation in the life sciences sector, supporting research and development of new healthcare technologies. These financial resources help expand biotech companies, facilitating advancements in medical treatments and pharmaceuticals.

2153 programs available
  • District3 logo
    Other SupportExpert AdviceOpen

    District 3 Innovation Center — Launch & Grow

    Montréal innovation hub
    Canada
    Eligible Funding
    • Varies by project
    Eligible Industries
    • Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
    • Utilities
    • Manufacturing
    • Professional, scientific and technical services
    Types of eligible projects
    Commercialization
    Canada
  • Costco Wholesale logo
    Grant and FundingOpen

    Donations and Grants

    Supports community programs for children, education, and services
    Canada
    Eligible Funding
    • Up to 10% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    • Educational services
    • Health care and social assistance
    Types of eligible projects
    Canada
  • Valsef Dream Big Foundation (DBF) logo
    Grant and FundingOpen

    Dream Big Playground Program

    Funding for inclusive playground projects in Greater Montreal
    Quebec, Canada
    Eligible Funding
    • Maximum amount : 100,000 $
    • Up to 10% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    • Educational services
    • Health care and social assistance
    • Other services (except public administration)
    • Public administration
    Timeline
    • Closing date : September 11, 2026
    Quebec, Canada
  • LearnSphere logo
    Grant and FundingOpen

    E-tools for Exporting

    Money to help Atlantic Canada businesses export
    PE, Canada
    Eligible Funding
    • From $5,000 to $15,000
    • Up to 45% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    • Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
    • Mining, quarrying, and oil and gas extraction
    • Utilities
    • Construction
    Types of eligible projects
    CommercializationDigital Transformation
    PE, Canada
  • World Help Foundation logo
    Grant and FundingOpen

    Eaglecom Foundation

    Support for humanitarian aid to relieve suffering
    Canada
    Eligible Funding
    • Varies by project
    Eligible Industries
    • Health care and social assistance
    Timeline
    • Open Date : February 3, 2026
    Canada
  • ECHO Foundation logo
    Grant and FundingOpen

    ECHO Foundation — Environment

    Supports environmental protection initiatives in Eastern Canada
    Quebec, Canada
    Eligible Funding
    • Varies by project
    Eligible Industries
    • Health care and social assistance
    • Other services (except public administration)
    • Public administration
    Types of eligible projects
    Environment and Climate
    Quebec, Canada
  • ECHO Foundation logo
    Grant and FundingOpen

    ECHO Foundation — Mental health

    Supports mental health services for vulnerable individuals in Montreal and Toronto
    Quebec, Canada
    Eligible Funding
    • Varies by project
    Eligible Industries
    • Health care and social assistance
    Types of eligible projects
    Environment and ClimateHuman ResourcesInnovation
    Quebec, Canada
  • Els for Autism Canada (E4A) logo
    Grant and FundingOpen

    Els for Autism Canada — Grants

    Funding for autism community initiatives in Canada
    Alberta, BC, Ontario, Quebec, Canada
    Eligible Funding
    • Varies by project
    Eligible Industries
    • Educational services
    • Health care and social assistance
    • Arts, entertainment and recreation
    Timeline
    • Closing date : November 15, 2026
    Alberta, BC, Ontario, Quebec, Canada
  • Minister of Industry, Tourism and Investment (NWT) (ITI) logo
    Grant and FundingOpen

    Employee Training Program

    Funding for employers to train and upskill Northwest Territories employees
    NT, Canada
    Eligible Funding
    • Maximum amount : 13,000 $
    Eligible Industries
    • Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
    • Mining, quarrying, and oil and gas extraction
    • Utilities
    • Construction
    Types of eligible projects
    Human Resources
    NT, Canada
  • COBS Bread logo
    Other SupportOpen

    End of Day Giving

    Unsold bakery goods for charitable food programs
    Canada
    Eligible Funding
    • Varies by project
    Eligible Industries
    • Health care and social assistance
    Timeline
    • Open Date : February 3, 2026
    Canada
  • City of Toronto logo
    Loans and Capital investmentsOpen

    Energy Retrofit Loans (ERL)

    Low-interest financing for energy-efficient building retrofits in Toronto
    Toronto, Ontario, Canada
    Eligible Funding
    • Up to 100% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    • Manufacturing
    • Retail trade
    • Real estate and rental and leasing
    • Professional, scientific and technical services
    Types of eligible projects
    TechnologyEnvironment and Climate
    Toronto, Ontario, Canada
  • Farm Credit Canada (FCC) logo
    Grant and FundingOpen

    FCC Community Funding

    Funding for community-focused initiatives
    Canada
    Eligible Funding
    • Maximum amount : 10,000 $
    Eligible Industries
    • Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
    • Educational services
    • Health care and social assistance
    • Public administration
    Types of eligible projects
    Canada
  • Quebec Housing Society (SHQ) logo
    Grant and FundingLoans and Capital investmentsOpen

    Financial assistance program for the preservation of community buildings

    Support for preserving community housing buildings
    Quebec, Canada
    Eligible Funding
    • Up to 75% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    • Real estate and rental and leasing
    • Health care and social assistance
    • Other services (except public administration)
    • Public administration
    Timeline
    • Open Date : January 1, 2024
    • Closing date : March 31, 2027
    Quebec, Canada
  • Sir Joseph Flavelle Foundation logo
    Grant and FundingOpen

    Flavelle Family Foundation

    Supports charitable initiatives in arts, environment, and family services
    Ontario, Canada
    Eligible Funding
    • From $50 to $10,000
    Eligible Industries
    • Health care and social assistance
    • Arts, entertainment and recreation
    Types of eligible projects
    Ontario, Canada
  • NSLC (NSLSC) logo
    Grant and FundingOpen

    For the Good of Our Community Fund

    Supports community well-being initiatives addressing critical local needs
    NS, Canada
    Eligible Funding
    • From $5,000 to $20,000
    Eligible Industries
    • Health care and social assistance
    Timeline
    • Open Date : February 3, 2026
    NS, Canada
  • Gateway Casinos & Entertainment Limited logo
    Other SupportGrant and FundingOpen

    Gateway Gives

    Support for community causes, events, and services
    Canada
    Eligible Funding
    • Varies by project
    Eligible Industries
    • Health care and social assistance
    • Other services (except public administration)
    Timeline
    • Open Date : February 3, 2026
    Canada
  • J.P. Bickell Foundation logo
    Grant and FundingOpen

    General Charities Grants

    Funding for Ontario registered charities
    Ontario, Canada
    Eligible Funding
    • From $5,000 to $450,000
    Eligible Industries
    • Educational services
    • Health care and social assistance
    • Arts, entertainment and recreation
    • Other services (except public administration)
    Types of eligible projects
    Ontario, Canada
  • Genome British Columbia logo
    Researchers And FacilitiesPartnering and CollaborationGrant and FundingExpert AdviceLoans and Capital investmentsOpen

    Genome Funding Opportunities

    Funding for genomics research and innovation in BC
    BC, Canada
    Eligible Funding
    • Maximum amount : 1,750,000 $
    Eligible Industries
    • Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
    • Mining, quarrying, and oil and gas extraction
    • Utilities
    • Health care and social assistance
    Types of eligible projects
    CommercializationTechnologyInnovation
    BC, Canada
  • Genome Canada logo
    Researchers And FacilitiesPartnering and CollaborationGrant and FundingOpen

    Genome Prairie — Precision Health Initiative

    Supports precision health genomics projects in Canada
    Alberta, Manitoba, Saskatchewan, Canada
    Eligible Funding
    • Maximum amount : 10,000,000 $
    • Up to 45% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    • Professional, scientific and technical services
    • Health care and social assistance
    Timeline
    • Open Date : June 1, 2025
    Alberta, Manitoba, Saskatchewan, Canada
  • Ontario Genomics logo
    Grant and FundingOpen

    Genomic Applications Partnership Program (GAPP)

    Genomic Applications Partnership Program funds genomics-derived R&D projects
    Ontario, Canada
    Eligible Funding
    • From $100,000 to $6,000,000
    • Up to 1% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    • Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
    • Professional, scientific and technical services
    • Health care and social assistance
    • Public administration
    Timeline
    • Open Date : February 3, 2026
    Ontario, Canada
  • Weyerhaeuser logo
    Grant and FundingOpen

    Giving Fund

    Supports local community initiatives in priority focus areas
    Canada
    Eligible Funding
    • Minimum amount : 1,000 $
    Eligible Industries
    • Educational services
    • Health care and social assistance
    • Arts, entertainment and recreation
    • Other services (except public administration)
    Types of eligible projects
    Environment and ClimateConstruction and Renovation Human Resources
    Canada
  • Nestlé Canada logo
    Other SupportOpen

    Good Food, Good Life Community Program

    Support for community health and active living
    Canada
    Eligible Funding
    • Varies by project
    Eligible Industries
    • Health care and social assistance
    • Arts, entertainment and recreation
    Timeline
    • Open Date : February 3, 2026
    Canada
  • The Milton R. Good Family Foundation logo
    Grant and FundingOpen

    Good Foundation Inc.

    Project support for charitable community initiatives
    Canada
    Eligible Funding
    • Varies by project
    Eligible Industries
    • Information and cultural industries
    • Professional, scientific and technical services
    • Educational services
    • Health care and social assistance
    Types of eligible projects
    Canada
  • Nova Scotia Community College (NSCC) logo
    Wage Subsidies And InternsOpen

    GradWorks — Employer Incentive Program

    Connect with skilled graduates in Nova Scotia
    NS, Canada
    Eligible Funding
    • Maximum amount : 30,360 $
    • Up to 66% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    • Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
    • Mining, quarrying, and oil and gas extraction
    • Utilities
    • Construction
    Types of eligible projects
    NS, Canada
  • Government of Nunavut logo
    Grant and FundingOpen

    Grant for Nunavut Employers

    Money to train employees in Nunavut
    Nunavut, Canada
    Eligible Funding
    • Varies by project
    Eligible Industries
    • Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
    • Information and cultural industries
    • Health care and social assistance
    • Other services (except public administration)
    Timeline
    • Open Date : November 8, 2023
    Nunavut, Canada
  • City of Brampton logo
    Grant and FundingOpen

    Grants & Funding

    Funding for Brampton arts and culture spaces
    Brampton, Ontario, Canada
    Eligible Funding
    • Varies by project
    Eligible Industries
    • Health care and social assistance
    Timeline
    • Open Date : February 3, 2026
    Brampton, Ontario, Canada
  • DUCA Financial Services (DUCA) logo
    Grant and FundingOpen

    Grants & Sponsorships

    Support for social and environmental impact initiatives
    Canada
    Eligible Funding
    • Maximum amount : 25,000 $
    Eligible Industries
    • Health care and social assistance
    Timeline
    • Open Date : February 3, 2026
    Canada
  • Novo Nordisk Canada logo
    Grant and FundingOpen

    Grants and Donations

    Support for medical education and social impact initiatives
    Ontario, Canada
    Eligible Funding
    • Varies by project
    Eligible Industries
    • Educational services
    • Health care and social assistance
    Timeline
    • Closing date : June 30, 2026
    Ontario, Canada
  • Takeda Canada logo
    Grant and FundingOpen

    Grants, Donations and Sponsorships

    Support for health and community initiatives
    Canada
    Eligible Funding
    • Varies by project
    Eligible Industries
    • Educational services
    • Health care and social assistance
    Timeline
    • Open Date : February 3, 2026
    Canada
  • Dreamcatcher Charitable Foundation logo
    Grant and FundingOpen

    Health Funding

    Support for health activities and community wellness
    Canada
    Eligible Funding
    • Varies by project
    Eligible Industries
    • Health care and social assistance
    • Arts, entertainment and recreation
    Timeline
    • Open Date : February 3, 2026
    Canada
  • Huronia Community Foundation (HCF) logo
    Grant and FundingOpen

    Heart of Georgian Bay Community Forward Fund

    Supports innovative community projects with measurable regional impact
    Ontario, Canada
    Eligible Funding
    • Maximum amount : 20,000 $
    Eligible Industries
    • Educational services
    • Health care and social assistance
    • Arts, entertainment and recreation
    • Other services (except public administration)
    Timeline
    • Open Date : February 3, 2026
    Ontario, Canada
  • Government of Québec logo
    Loans and Capital investmentsOpen

    Housing Financing Program

    Financing support for housing projects
    Quebec, Canada
    Eligible Funding
    • Up to 100% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    • Construction
    • Real estate and rental and leasing
    • Educational services
    • Health care and social assistance
    Types of eligible projects
    Construction and Renovation
    Quebec, Canada
  • Impact Canada logo
    Grant and FundingOpen

    Impact Canada Challenge Hub

    Financing to solve economic, environmental, and social problems
    Canada
    Eligible Funding
    • Varies by project
    Eligible Industries
    • Information and cultural industries
    • Health care and social assistance
    • Public administration
    Types of eligible projects
    TechnologyEnvironment and ClimateInnovation
    Canada
  • Government of Alberta logo
    Grant and FundingOpen

    Inclusive Spaces Program Grant

    Funding for accessible, inclusive renovations in licensed child care facilities
    Alberta, Canada
    Eligible Funding
    • Up to 10% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    • Educational services
    • Health care and social assistance
    Timeline
    • Open Date : February 1, 2025
    Alberta, Canada
  • Innovation Canada logo
    NB, Canada
    Eligible Funding
    • Varies by project
    Eligible Industries
    • Manufacturing
    • Information and cultural industries
    • Professional, scientific and technical services
    • Health care and social assistance
    Types of eligible projects
    CommercializationTechnologyInnovationDigital Transformation
    NB, Canada
  • Innovation Factory logo
    Other SupportExpert AdviceOpen

    Innovation Factory — Support for Startups

    Free advisory support for Ontario startups
    Ontario, Canada
    Eligible Funding
    • Varies by project
    Eligible Industries
    • Manufacturing
    • Transportation and warehousing
    • Information and cultural industries
    • Professional, scientific and technical services
    Timeline
    • Open Date : December 14, 2022
    Ontario, Canada
  • Inter Pipeline Ltd. (IPL) logo
    Grant and FundingOpen

    Inter Pipeline Cares (iCare) Fund

    Funding for community needs and wellness initiatives
    Canada
    Eligible Funding
    • Varies by project
    Eligible Industries
    • Construction
    • Educational services
    • Health care and social assistance
    • Arts, entertainment and recreation
    Types of eligible projects
    Canada
  • Global Affairs Canada (GAC) logo
    Grant and FundingLoans and Capital investmentsOpen

    International Development Assistance Program

    Supports international development and poverty reduction abroad
    Canada
    Eligible Funding
    • Up to 100% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    • Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
    • Finance and insurance
    • Professional, scientific and technical services
    • Educational services
    Types of eligible projects
    Environment and Climate
    Canada
  • Transat A.T. Inc. logo
    Grant and FundingOpen

    International Humanitarian Aid Program

    Support for international humanitarian aid projects
    Quebec, Canada
    Eligible Funding
    • Varies by project
    Eligible Industries
    • Educational services
    • Health care and social assistance
    • Other services (except public administration)
    Timeline
    • Open Date : February 3, 2026
    Quebec, Canada
  • Invest Ontario logo
    Loans and Capital investmentsOpen

    Invest Ontario Fund (IOF)

    Ontario supports strategic investments and job creation in priority sectors
    Ontario, Canada
    Eligible Funding
    • Varies by project
    Eligible Industries
    • Manufacturing
    • Information and cultural industries
    • Professional, scientific and technical services
    • Health care and social assistance
    Types of eligible projects
    TechnologyInnovation
    Ontario, Canada
  • Johansen-Larsen Foundation (JLF) logo
    Grant and FundingOpen

    Johansen Larsen Foundation

    Supports Canadian programs benefiting youth, Indigenous peoples, and animals
    Canada
    Eligible Funding
    • Maximum amount : 10,000 $
    Eligible Industries
    • Health care and social assistance
    Types of eligible projects
    Canada
  • Canadian Kidney Foundation logo
    Grant and FundingOpen

    Kidney Health Research Grants

    Supports kidney research operating costs
    Canada
    Eligible Funding
    • Maximum amount : 35,000 $
    Eligible Industries
    • Health care and social assistance
    Timeline
    • Open Date : September 21, 2026
    • Closing date : November 23, 2026
    Canada
  • Kids with Cancer Society logo
    Grant and FundingOpen

    Kids with Cancer Society Bursary 2026-2027

    Education support for eligible cancer survivors
    Alberta, NT, Canada
    Eligible Funding
    • From $500 to $2,000
    Eligible Industries
    • Educational services
    • Health care and social assistance
    Timeline
    • Closing date : July 31, 2026
    Alberta, NT, Canada
  • Kootenay Savings Credit Union (KSCU) logo
    Other SupportGrant and FundingOpen

    Kootenay Savings Community Foundation

    Funding for nonprofit community initiatives
    Castlegar, BC, Canada
    Eligible Funding
    • Varies by project
    Eligible Industries
    • Educational services
    • Health care and social assistance
    • Arts, entertainment and recreation
    • Other services (except public administration)
    Timeline
    • Closing date : September 29, 2026
    Castlegar, BC, Canada
  • EmployAbilities logo
    Other SupportGrant and FundingOpen

    Learn 2 Earn

    Paid employment training and job support for Edmonton youth with barriers
    Edmonton, Alberta, Canada
    Eligible Funding
    • Maximum amount : 6,800 $
    Eligible Industries
    • Educational services
    • Health care and social assistance
    Types of eligible projects
    Artificial Intelligence (AI)Human Resources
    Edmonton, Alberta, Canada
  • Lehigh Hanson logo
    Grant and FundingOpen

    Lehigh Hanson Cares

    Supports community initiatives in education environment and wellbeing
    Canada
    Eligible Funding
    • Varies by project
    Eligible Industries
    • Educational services
    • Health care and social assistance
    • Arts, entertainment and recreation
    Timeline
    • Open Date : February 3, 2026
    Canada
  • Vancouver Foundation logo
    Grant and FundingOpen

    LEVEL BIPOC Grants

    Multi-year operating support for BIPOC-led organizations
    BC, Canada
    Eligible Funding
    • From $150,000 to $150,000
    • Up to 67% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    • Health care and social assistance
    • Other services (except public administration)
    • Public administration
    Types of eligible projects
    BC, Canada
  • Ontario Centre of Innovation (OCI) logo
    Grant and FundingOpen

    Life Sciences Innovation Fund

    Money for human health related solutions
    Ontario, Canada
    Eligible Funding
    • Maximum amount : 500,000 $
    Eligible Industries
    • Professional, scientific and technical services
    • Health care and social assistance
    Timeline
    • Open Date : January 26, 2023
    Ontario, Canada
  • Government of Ontario logo
    Grant and FundingOpen

    Life Sciences Scale-Up Fund (LSSUF)

    Supports SMEs in commercializing and scaling life sciences innovations
    Ontario, Canada
    Eligible Funding
    • Maximum amount : 2,500,000 $
    • Up to 33% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    • Health care and social assistance
    Types of eligible projects
    CommercializationTechnologyConstruction and Renovation Innovation
    Ontario, Canada
  • Eli Lilly Canada Inc. logo
    Grant and FundingOpen

    Lilly Grants

    Philanthropic support for local community needs
    Canada
    Eligible Funding
    • Varies by project
    Eligible Industries
    • Health care and social assistance
    • Other services (except public administration)
    Types of eligible projects
    Canada
  • South Saskatchewan Community Foundation, Inc. logo
    Grant and FundingOpen

    Lorne and Evelyn Johnson Foundation Grants

    Funding for community-focused projects in southern Saskatchewan
    Regina, Saskatchewan, Canada
    Eligible Funding
    • From $5,000 to $15,000
    Eligible Industries
    • Educational services
    • Health care and social assistance
    • Arts, entertainment and recreation
    • Other services (except public administration)
    Types of eligible projects
    Regina, Saskatchewan, Canada
  • MaRS Discovery District logo
    Expert AdviceOpen

    MaRS Growth Acceleration Program

    Support for executives of scaling, high-growth companies
    Ontario, Canada
    Eligible Funding
    • Varies by project
    Eligible Industries
    • Information and cultural industries
    • Finance and insurance
    • Professional, scientific and technical services
    • Health care and social assistance
    Types of eligible projects
    Innovation
    Ontario, Canada
  • MaRS Discovery District logo
    Other SupportPartnering and CollaborationGrant and FundingExpert AdviceOpen

    MaRS Momentum

    Strategic support for scaling high-growth companies
    Ontario, Canada
    Eligible Funding
    • Varies by project
    Eligible Industries
    • Utilities
    • Manufacturing
    • Information and cultural industries
    • Professional, scientific and technical services
    Timeline
    • Open Date : April 3, 2023
    Ontario, Canada
  • Hamilton Community Foundation (HCF) logo
    Grant and FundingOpen

    Martin Fund

    Support for seniors and mental health projects
    Hamilton, Milton, Ontario
    Eligible Funding
    • From $1,000 to $7,500
    Eligible Industries
    • Health care and social assistance
    Types of eligible projects
    Hamilton, Milton, Ontario
  • West Vancouver Community Foundation (WVF) logo
    Partnering and CollaborationGrant and FundingExpert AdviceOpen

    Micro & Leadership Grants

    Support for community projects and capacity building
    Vancouver, West Vancouver, BC
    Eligible Funding
    • Maximum amount : 1,000 $
    Eligible Industries
    • Educational services
    • Health care and social assistance
    • Arts, entertainment and recreation
    • Other services (except public administration)
    Types of eligible projects
    Human Resources
    Vancouver, West Vancouver, BC
  • Saskatchewan Arts Board logo
    Grant and FundingOpen

    Mini-Grants Program

    Small project funding for priority initiatives
    Ontario, Canada
    Eligible Funding
    • Maximum amount : 2,500 $
    Eligible Industries
    • Educational services
    • Health care and social assistance
    • Other services (except public administration)
    • Public administration
    Types of eligible projects
    Human Resources
    Ontario, Canada
  • MRC du Golfe du Saint Laurent (MRC) logo
    Grant and FundingOpen

    MRC du Golfe-du-Saint-Laurent — Rural Development Fund (FDR)

    Financial support for rural and business development
    Quebec, Canada
    Eligible Funding
    • Maximum amount : 25,000 $
    • Up to 90% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    • Educational services
    • Health care and social assistance
    • Arts, entertainment and recreation
    • Other services (except public administration)
    Types of eligible projects
    CommercializationTechnologyHuman ResourcesBusiness BuyoutDigital Transformation
    Quebec, Canada
  • Save Energy NB logo
    Grant and FundingOpen

    New Construction Commercial and Industrial Energy Efficiency Program

    Supports energy-efficient commercial and industrial new construction
    NB, Canada
    Eligible Funding
    • Maximum amount : 250,000 $
    • Up to 25% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    • Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
    • Construction
    • Manufacturing
    • Wholesale trade
    Types of eligible projects
    Environment and Climate
    NB, Canada
  • NLCU Charitable Foundation Corporation (NLCU) logo
    Grant and FundingOpen

    NLCU Charitable Foundation

    Charitable support for Newfoundland and Labrador organizations
    NL, Canada
    Eligible Funding
    • Varies by project
    Eligible Industries
    • Educational services
    • Health care and social assistance
    • Arts, entertainment and recreation
    Timeline
    • Open Date : February 3, 2026
    NL, Canada
  • Columbia Basin Trust logo
    Grant and FundingOpen

    Non-profit SMART Grants

    Funding for energy and climate projects
    BC, Canada
    Eligible Funding
    • Maximum amount : 150,000 $
    • Up to 75% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    • Utilities
    • Transportation and warehousing
    • Educational services
    • Health care and social assistance
    Types of eligible projects
    TechnologyEnvironment and ClimateConstruction and Renovation
    BC, Canada
  • The Jewish Community Foundation of Montreal (JCF) logo
    Grant and FundingOpen

    Nova Grants

    Funding for innovative community programs
    Montreal, Quebec, Canada
    Eligible Funding
    • Maximum amount : 50,000 $
    Eligible Industries
    • Educational services
    • Health care and social assistance
    • Arts, entertainment and recreation
    Timeline
    • Open Date : February 3, 2026
    Montreal, Quebec, Canada
  • National Research Council Canada (NRC) logo
    Researchers And FacilitiesExpert AdviceOpen

    NRC — Cell Culture Pilot Plant

    Cell culture scale-up for biologics and vaccines
    Montreal, Quebec, Canada
    Eligible Funding
    • Varies by project
    Eligible Industries
    • Manufacturing
    • Professional, scientific and technical services
    • Health care and social assistance
    Types of eligible projects
    CommercializationTechnologyInnovation
    Montreal, Quebec, Canada
  • National Research Council Canada (NRC) logo
    Other SupportResearchers And FacilitiesPartnering and CollaborationExpert AdviceOpen

    NRC — Human Health Therapeutics Research Centre

    Developing innovative biologics through clinical trials
    Montreal, Quebec, Canada
    Eligible Funding
    • Varies by project
    Eligible Industries
    • Manufacturing
    • Professional, scientific and technical services
    • Health care and social assistance
    Types of eligible projects
    CommercializationTechnologyInnovation
    Montreal, Quebec, Canada
  • National Research Council Canada (NRC) logo
    Researchers And FacilitiesPartnering and CollaborationExpert AdviceOpen

    NRC — Medical device facilities

    Support for medical device innovation
    Canada
    Eligible Funding
    • Varies by project
    Eligible Industries
    • Manufacturing
    • Professional, scientific and technical services
    • Health care and social assistance
    Types of eligible projects
    CommercializationArtificial Intelligence (AI)TechnologyInnovationDigital Transformation
    Canada
  • National Research Council Canada (NRC) logo
    Researchers And FacilitiesPartnering and CollaborationExpert AdviceOpen

    NRC — Nanotechnology Research Centre

    Collaborative quantum and nanotechnology research support
    Ottawa, Ontario, Canada
    Eligible Funding
    • Varies by project
    Eligible Industries
    • Manufacturing
    • Professional, scientific and technical services
    • Health care and social assistance
    Types of eligible projects
    CommercializationTechnologyInnovation
    Ottawa, Ontario, Canada
  • Computer Research Institute of Montreal (CRIM) logo
    Expert AdviceOpen

    NUMERIA program

    Training in Artificial Intelligence (AI) for Quebec SMEs
    Quebec, Canada
    Eligible Funding
    • Varies by project
    Eligible Industries
    • Manufacturing
    • Information and cultural industries
    • Professional, scientific and technical services
    • Health care and social assistance
    Timeline
    • Open Date : July 31, 2023
    Quebec, Canada

About this directory

What else should I know about Healthcare Grants and Funding?

Importance of Health Funding in Canada

Health funding in Canada is a central pillar in maintaining and improving the quality of life for Canadians. As an essential component of innovation in healthcare, it ensures the establishment and sustainability of advanced services and infrastructure. Funds invested in health also promote the development of communities across the country, especially in remote regions and among Indigenous populations. The Canadian government, in collaboration with the provinces, territories, and various organizations, continuously strives to adjust the allocated amounts to meet the growing needs of the population, while integrating initiatives aimed at reducing public health risks.

Needs for Health Service Funding

The demand for health service funding in Canada is driven by the constant population growth and the need to adapt existing services to new medical and environmental realities. The focus is on improving safety, accessibility, and the quality of community care, requiring continuous investments in infrastructure and in the development of prevention and treatment programs. Additionally, the unique challenges posed by the country’s vast territories demand specific funding for transportation and specialized medical equipment, ensuring that each community, regardless of its location, has access to adequate care.

Funding for Public Health Programs

Public health programs in Canada receive crucial funding for their ability to prevent diseases and promote health at the community level. These programs, often implemented at national and provincial scales, require investments for research and the development of new initiatives that address current health issues, such as emerging health crises or chronic diseases. The funding also supports health education activities and awareness campaigns that play a vital role in reducing disease cases across the country.

Funding for Health Infrastructure

Funding for health infrastructure is essential to ensure that facilities are well-equipped and modernized to meet the care standards required in the Canadian context. This includes not only hospitals and clinics but also research laboratories and long-term care institutions. Investments are used for technological upgrades, the purchase of cutting-edge equipment, and the construction of new facilities that increase patient capacity and improve the efficiency of health services.

Financial Contributions from Provinces and Territories

The financial contributions from provinces and territories play a crucial role in managing health funding in Canada. Each province and territory tailors its funding according to the specific needs of its population, often complementing federal grants. These contributions are vital for local programs and ensure that health initiatives are sufficiently funded and effectively deployed on the ground. They also allow for a rapid response to emergencies or specific needs of certain communities, particularly in areas such as mental health, addiction prevention, and elder care.

Grants for the Development of Health Research

The development of health research in Canada is supported by essential grants that catalyze medical innovation and improve the quality of care available to all Canadians. These grants, distributed by various governmental organizations, research institutions, and private foundations, fund projects that push the boundaries of health knowledge. They play a crucial role in understanding diseases, developing new therapies, and improving health systems. By focusing efforts on cutting-edge research and community initiatives, Canada strengthens its position as a global leader in public health and safety.

Funding for Health Research Projects

Funding for health research projects is a critical aspect of propelling the health sector beyond current practices and discovering innovative solutions to medical challenges. These funds are allocated to a variety of projects, from basic laboratory research to clinical studies and trials of new medical technologies. The Canadian government, in partnership with academic institutions and private companies, invests millions of dollars to support these initiatives. These investments allow for research on specific diseases, improvements in diagnostic techniques, the development of more effective treatments, and understanding the environmental and genetic factors that influence human health.

Grants for Improving the Quality of Health Services

Grants for improving the quality of health services are intended to support projects that aim to increase the efficiency and effectiveness of community healthcare in Canada. These grants fund initiatives ranging from improving hospital processes to implementing digital health systems and integrating evidence-based practices. They also promote the development of ongoing training programs for medical personnel, ensuring that the latest innovations and methods are quickly integrated into daily practice. Moreover, these funds help establish high standards for patient safety and promote care environments that respect and respond to the cultural and linguistic needs of Canada's diverse communities. By investing in quality, Canada ensures its citizens receive top-tier healthcare, thereby reducing the risk of complications and improving the success rates of medical treatments.