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Healthcare Grants and Funding in Alberta for 2026

Alberta organizations can leverage provincial, federal, and philanthropic programs to advance healthcare projects, research, and community wellness. This directory explains health funding in Alberta, from Alberta Innovates and Alberta Health Services to CIHR and foundations. It is designed for clinics, hospitals, nonprofits, universities, municipalities, and Indigenous communities seeking clear guidance on grants and contributions.

155 programs available
  • Calgary Newcomers Guide (CNG) logo
    Other SupportGrant and FundingOpen

    Future Foundation of Youth (FFY)

    Calgary Newcomers Guide (CNG)
    Supports youth-led community-impact projects with mentorship
    Eligible Funding
    • Maximum amount : 2,800 $
    Eligible Industries
    • Educational services
    • Health care and social assistance
    • Arts, entertainment and recreation
    • Other services (except public administration)
    Types of eligible projects
    TechnologyEnvironment and Climate
    Calgary, Alberta, Canada
  • Yaletown Partners logo
    Loans and Capital investmentsOpen

    Accelerate Fund

    Yaletown Partners
    Early investment and coaching for Alberta startups
    Eligible Funding
    • Maximum amount : 250,000 $
    Eligible Industries
    • Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
    • Manufacturing
    • Information and cultural industries
    • Professional, scientific and technical services
    Types of eligible projects
    CommercializationTechnologyInnovation
    Alberta, Canada
  • Alberta Innovates logo
    Grant and FundingOpen

    Alberta Innovates — LevMax-Health

    Alberta Innovates
    Funding support for health research and innovation in Alberta
    Eligible Funding
    • Maximum amount : 750,000 $
    Eligible Industries
    • Educational services
    • Health care and social assistance
    Timeline
    • Closing date : August 28, 2026
    Alberta, Canada
  • Alberta Women Entrepreneurs (AWE) logo
    Grant and FundingOpen

    BRIDGE Program

    Alberta Women Entrepreneurs (AWE), Government of Alberta
    Business support for women entrepreneurs
    Eligible Funding
    • Maximum amount : 5,000 $
    Eligible Industries
    • Health care and social assistance
    • Other services (except public administration)
    • Public administration
    Types of eligible projects
    TechnologyHuman ResourcesInnovation
    Alberta, Canada
  • Els for Autism Canada (E4A) logo
    Grant and FundingOpen

    Els for Autism Canada — Grants

    Els for Autism Canada (E4A)
    Funding for autism community initiatives in 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
  • GoodLife Kids Foundation logo
    Grant and FundingOpen

    GoodLife Kids Foundation - MOVE Program

    GoodLife Kids Foundation
    Free fitness program for youth with disabilities
    Eligible Funding
    • Varies by project
    Eligible Industries
    • Health care and social assistance
    • Arts, entertainment and recreation
    Timeline
    • Open Date : March 3, 2026
    Alberta, NS, Ontario, Canada
  • Government of Alberta logo
    Grant and FundingOpen

    Other Initiatives Program (OIP)

    Government of Alberta, Women and Gender Equality Canada (WAGE)
    Supports urgent, community-focused projects benefiting the public interest
    Eligible Funding
    • Varies by project
    Eligible Industries
    • Educational services
    • Health care and social assistance
    • Arts, entertainment and recreation
    • Other services (except public administration)
    Types of eligible projects
    CommercializationArtificial Intelligence (AI)TechnologyEnvironment and ClimateConstruction and Renovation Human ResourcesBusiness BuyoutInnovationDigital Transformation
    Alberta, Canada
  • Prairies Economic Development Canada (PrairiesCan) logo
    Grant and FundingOpen

    PrairiesCan — Regional Economic Growth through Innovation — Regional Innovation Ecosystems (RIE)

    Prairies Economic Development Canada (PrairiesCan), Government of Canada
    Support for innovation ecosystems in the Prairies
    Eligible Funding
    • Up to 50% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    • Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
    • Manufacturing
    • Information and cultural industries
    • Professional, scientific and technical services
    Types of eligible projects
    CommercializationTechnologyHuman ResourcesInnovationDigital Transformation
    Alberta, Manitoba, Saskatchewan, Canada
  • Prairies Economic Development Canada (PrairiesCan) logo
    Grant and FundingOpen

    Regional Artificial Intelligence Initiative (RAII) in the Prairie Provinces

    Prairies Economic Development Canada (PrairiesCan), Government of Canada
    Support for responsible AI commercialization and adoption
    Eligible 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
    • Manufacturing
    • Information and cultural industries
    Timeline
    • Closing date : December 31, 2028
    Alberta, Manitoba, Saskatchewan, Canada
  • EmployAbilities logo
    Other SupportOpen

    Restart Your Career

    EmployAbilities
    Free training and job placement support
    Eligible Funding
    • Varies by project
    Eligible Industries
    • Educational services
    • Health care and social assistance
    Types of eligible projects
    Human Resources
    Edmonton, Alberta, Canada
  • microbusiness logo
    Expert AdviceOpen

    Self Employment Training

    microbusiness
    Free online self-employment training for Albertans
    Eligible Funding
    • Varies by project
    Eligible Industries
    • Construction
    • Retail trade
    • Information and cultural industries
    • Finance and insurance
    Types of eligible projects
    Human Resources
    Alberta, Canada
  • Town of Strathmore logo
    Partnering and CollaborationGrant and FundingOpen

    Town of Strathmore — Grant Funding & Programs

    Town of Strathmore
    Funding for preventive community support programs
    Eligible Funding
    • Varies by project
    Eligible Industries
    • Health care and social assistance
    Timeline
    • Closing date : October 31, 2026
    Strathmore, Alberta, Canada
  • Werklund Family Foundation logo
    Grant and FundingOpen

    Werklund Foundation

    Werklund Family Foundation
    Support youth skill-building programs and innovative approaches
    Eligible Funding
    • Maximum amount : 25,000 $
    Eligible Industries
    • Health care and social assistance
    Types of eligible projects
    Human Resources
    Alberta, Canada
  • Government of Alberta Health, Research and Innovation Branch logo
    Grant and FundingOpenClosing Soon

    Cancer Research for Screening and Prevention Program Fund

    Government of Alberta Health, Research and Innovation Branch, Alberta Health Services (AHS), Government of Alberta, Alberta Municipal Affairs
    Funding for cancer prevention and screening initiatives
    Eligible Funding
    • Maximum amount : 1,000,000 $
    Eligible Industries
    • Educational services
    • Health care and social assistance
    • Public administration
    Timeline
    • Closing date : July 24, 2026
    Edmonton, Alberta, Canada
  • EmployAbilities logo
    Grant and FundingOpening Soon

    Learn 2 Earn

    EmployAbilities
    Paid employment training and job support for Edmonton youth with barriers
    Eligible Funding
    • Varies by project
    Eligible Industries
    • Educational services
    • Health care and social assistance
    Types of eligible projects
    Artificial Intelligence (AI)Human Resources
    Edmonton, Alberta, Canada
  • Genome Canada logo
    Partnering and CollaborationGrant and FundingClosed

    Genomic Applications Partnership Program (GAPP) — Alberta

    Genome Canada, Genome Alberta
    Funding for genomics commercialization partnerships
    Eligible Funding
    • From $300,000 to $2,000,000
    • Up to 33% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    • Manufacturing
    • Professional, scientific and technical services
    • Health care and social assistance
    Timeline
    • Closing date : May 6, 2026
    Alberta, Canada
  • Alberta Innovates logo
    Grant and FundingClosed

    Accelerating Innovations into CarE (AICE) – Concepts

    Alberta Innovates
    Supports Alberta health technology commercialization
    Eligible Funding
    • Maximum amount : 600,000 $
    • Up to 75% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    • Professional, scientific and technical services
    • Health care and social assistance
    Types of eligible projects
    Commercialization
    Alberta, Canada
  • Alberta Innovates logo
    Researchers And FacilitiesPartnering and CollaborationGrant and FundingClosed

    Accelerating Innovations into CarE (AICE) – Tech for Healthy Aging

    Alberta Innovates
    Supports technologies for healthy aging
    Eligible Funding
    • Maximum amount : 300,000 $
    • Up to 50% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    • Information and cultural industries
    • Professional, scientific and technical services
    • Health care and social assistance
    Timeline
    • Open Date : October 12, 2024
    • Closing date : November 8, 2024
    Alberta, Canada
  • Government of Alberta logo
    Grant and FundingClosed

    Affordable Housing Partnership Program

    Government of Alberta
    Supports partnerships to develop, renovate, or redevelop affordable housing projects
    Eligible Funding
    • Up to 33% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    • Construction
    • Real estate and rental and leasing
    • Health care and social assistance
    Timeline
    • Closing date : February 17, 2026
    Alberta, Canada
  • Armstrong Family Foundation logo
    Grant and FundingClosed

    Armstrong Family Foundation — General Funding

    Armstrong Family Foundation
    Supports community-focused charitable initiatives
    Eligible Funding
    • Varies by project
    Eligible Industries
    • Educational services
    • Health care and social assistance
    • Arts, entertainment and recreation
    Types of eligible projects
    Environment and Climate
    Alberta, BC, Ontario, Canada
  • ChangeX logo
    Grant and FundingClosed

    AWS InCommunities Calgary Fund

    ChangeX
    Funding for Calgary community projects
    Eligible Funding
    • From $500 to $10,000
    Eligible Industries
    • Educational services
    • Health care and social assistance
    • Other services (except public administration)
    Timeline
    • Closing date : October 1, 2024
    Calgary, Alberta, Canada
  • Help a Buddy Fund logo
    Grant and FundingClosed

    Bella Bucks

    Help a Buddy Fund
    Emergency vet funding for Alberta animal rescue groups
    Eligible Funding
    • Maximum amount : 500 $
    Eligible Industries
    • Health care and social assistance
    Types of eligible projects
    Alberta, Canada
  • Alberta Municipal Affairs logo
    Researchers And FacilitiesPartnering and CollaborationGrant and FundingClosed

    Bio Innovation Grant (BIG)

    Alberta Municipal Affairs
    Funding for biosciences research infrastructure
    Eligible Funding
    • Up to 40% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    • Professional, scientific and technical services
    • Educational services
    • Health care and social assistance
    Timeline
    • Closing date : September 14, 2023
    Alberta, Canada
  • Calgary Learns Association logo
    Grant and FundingClosed

    Calgary Learns - Initiative Grants

    Calgary Learns Association
    Supports learning initiatives in Calgary
    Eligible Funding
    • Varies by project
    Eligible Industries
    • Educational services
    • Health care and social assistance
    Timeline
    • Closing date : February 12, 2026
    Calgary, Alberta, Canada
  • Franco-Albertan Foundation (FFA) logo
    Grant and FundingClosed

    Carole D. Fréchette Fund

    Franco-Albertan Foundation (FFA)
    Scholarships for Francophone education and health studies
    Eligible Funding
    • Varies by project
    Eligible Industries
    • Educational services
    • Health care and social assistance
    Types of eligible projects
    Alberta, Canada
  • Alberta Innovates logo
    Researchers And FacilitiesPartnering and CollaborationGrant and FundingClosed

    Chronic Wasting Disease Research Program

    Alberta Innovates
    Funding for collaborative CWD research in Alberta
    Eligible Funding
    • Maximum amount : 250,000 $
    • Up to 25% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    • Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
    • Educational services
    • Health care and social assistance
    • Public administration
    Timeline
    • Closing date : September 25, 2023
    Alberta, Canada
  • Alberta Municipal Affairs logo
    Researchers And FacilitiesPartnering and CollaborationGrant and FundingClosed

    College-Industry Innovation (CII) Grant

    Alberta Municipal Affairs
    Supports research infrastructure and innovation capacity
    Eligible Funding
    • Maximum amount : 40 $
    • Up to 40% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    • Professional, scientific and technical services
    • Educational services
    • Health care and social assistance
    Types of eligible projects
    CommercializationTechnology
    Edmonton, Alberta, Canada
  • City of Cold Lake logo
    Grant and FundingClosed

    Community Capital Project Grant Policy

    City of Cold Lake
    Funding for community capital projects in Cold Lake
    Eligible Funding
    • Maximum amount : 50,000 $
    • Up to 100% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    • Educational services
    • Health care and social assistance
    • Arts, entertainment and recreation
    Types of eligible projects
    Construction and Renovation
    Cold Lake, Alberta, Canada
  • Government of Alberta logo
    Grant and FundingClosed

    Community Facility Enhancement Program Large (CFEP)

    Government of Alberta
    Funding for public-use community facilities
    Eligible Funding
    • From $125,001 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
    Construction and Renovation
    Alberta, Canada
  • Alberta Municipal Affairs logo
    Grant and FundingClosed

    Community Partnerships Youth Grants

    Alberta Municipal Affairs
    Funding for community youth mentoring projects
    Eligible Funding
    • Varies by project
    Eligible Industries
    • Educational services
    • Health care and social assistance
    Types of eligible projects
    Alberta, Canada
  • Government of Alberta logo
    Grant and FundingClosed

    Critical Worker Benefit

    Government of Alberta
    Support for eligible critical workers in Alberta
    Eligible Funding
    • Up to 8% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    • Retail trade
    • Transportation and warehousing
    • Health care and social assistance
    • Accommodation and food services
    Types of eligible projects
    Human Resources
    Alberta, Canada
  • Government of Alberta logo
    Grant and FundingClosed

    Critical Worker Benefit - Phase Two (Private Sector)

    Government of Alberta
    One-time support for eligible Alberta workers
    Eligible Funding
    • Up to 8% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    • Manufacturing
    • Retail trade
    • Transportation and warehousing
    • Health care and social assistance
    Timeline
    • Open Date : February 10, 2021
    • Closing date : March 31, 2021
    Alberta, Canada
  • Alberta Innovates logo
    Grant and FundingClosed

    Digital Health Sandbox

    Alberta Innovates
    Accelerates digital health technology adoption in Alberta clinical settings
    Eligible Funding
    • Maximum amount : 300,000 $
    Eligible Industries
    • Professional, scientific and technical services
    • Educational services
    • Health care and social assistance
    • Public administration
    Timeline
    • Open Date : October 6, 2025
    • Closing date : November 6, 2025
    Alberta, Canada
  • Alberta Innovates logo
    Partnering and CollaborationGrant and FundingClosed

    Digital4Health – Disrupting Benefits Challenge

    Alberta Innovates
    Supports digital health care model pilots in Alberta
    Eligible Funding
    • Maximum amount : 200,000 $
    Eligible Industries
    • Utilities
    • Manufacturing
    • Finance and insurance
    • Professional, scientific and technical services
    Timeline
    • Closing date : December 6, 2023
    Alberta, Canada
  • Ember Fund logo
    Grant and FundingClosed

    Ember Fund — Youth-Focused Funding

    Ember Fund
    Funding for youth-focused community impact
    Eligible Funding
    • Varies by project
    Eligible Industries
    • Educational services
    • Health care and social assistance
    • Arts, entertainment and recreation
    Types of eligible projects
    Alberta, BC, Canada
  • Field Law logo
    Grant and FundingClosed

    Field Law Community Fund

    Field Law
    Community funding for local impact projects
    Eligible Funding
    • Varies by project
    Eligible Industries
    • Educational services
    • Health care and social assistance
    • Arts, entertainment and recreation
    • Other services (except public administration)
    Types of eligible projects
    Technology
    Alberta, NT, Canada
  • Genome Canada logo
    Researchers And FacilitiesPartnering and CollaborationGrant and FundingClosed

    Genome Prairie — Canadian Biotechnology Innovation and Commercialization (CBIC) Initiative

    Genome Canada, Genome Prairie
    Funding for genomics innovation partnerships
    Eligible Funding
    • From $100,000 to $2,000,000
    • Up to 33% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    • Manufacturing
    • Professional, scientific and technical services
    • Health care and social assistance
    Timeline
    • Closing date : March 17, 2025
    Alberta, Manitoba, Saskatchewan, Canada
  • Genome Canada logo
    Researchers And FacilitiesPartnering and CollaborationGrant and FundingClosed

    Genome Prairie — Precision Health Initiative

    Genome Canada, Genome Prairie
    Supports precision health genomics projects in 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
    • Closing date : June 30, 2026
    Alberta, Manitoba, Saskatchewan, Canada
  • Branch Out Neurological Foundation (BONF) logo
    Researchers And FacilitiesPartnering and CollaborationGrant and FundingClosed

    Graduate Grant

    Branch Out Neurological Foundation (BONF)
    Matched funding for NeuroCAM graduate research
    Eligible Funding
    • Maximum amount : 22,000 $
    Eligible Industries
    • Educational services
    • Health care and social assistance
    Timeline
    • Open Date : January 31, 2026
    • Closing date : March 31, 2026
    Alberta, NS, Ontario, Saskatchewan, Canada
  • Help a Buddy Fund logo
    Grant and FundingClosed

    Help a Buddy Fund Annual Grant Program 2026

    Help a Buddy Fund
    Annual funding for Alberta animal welfare groups
    Eligible Funding
    • Maximum amount : 2,900 $
    Eligible Industries
    • Health care and social assistance
    Timeline
    • Open Date : March 1, 2026
    • Closing date : March 31, 2026
    Alberta, Canada
  • Help a Buddy Fund logo
    Grant and FundingClosed

    Help a Buddy Fund Grant Program

    Help a Buddy Fund
    Funding for Alberta animal welfare groups
    Eligible Funding
    • Maximum amount : 2,900 $
    Eligible Industries
    • Health care and social assistance
    Timeline
    • Open Date : March 1, 2026
    • Closing date : March 31, 2026
    Alberta, Canada
  • Alberta Innovates logo
    Grant and FundingClosed

    High School Youth Researcher Summer Program

    Alberta Innovates
    Paid summer health research experience for high school students
    Eligible Funding
    • Maximum amount : 3,000 $
    Eligible Industries
    • Educational services
    • Health care and social assistance
    Timeline
    • Closing date : March 16, 2026
    Alberta, Canada
  • Horse Rescue Fund (HRF) logo
    Grant and FundingClosed

    Horse Rescue Fund — General Funding

    Horse Rescue Fund (HRF)
    Funding for equine care across Canada
    Eligible Funding
    • Varies by project
    Eligible Industries
    • Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
    • Health care and social assistance
    • Arts, entertainment and recreation
    Types of eligible projects
    Construction and Renovation
    Canada
  • Government of Alberta logo
    Other SupportGrant and FundingClosed

    Inclusive Child Care Program

    Government of Alberta
    Support for inclusive childcare programs in Alberta
    Eligible Funding
    • Varies by project
    Eligible Industries
    • Educational services
    • Health care and social assistance
    Types of eligible projects
    Human Resources
    Alberta, Canada
  • Government of Alberta logo
    Grant and FundingClosed

    Inclusive Spaces Program Grant

    Government of Alberta
    Funding for accessible, inclusive renovations in licensed child care facilities
    Eligible Funding
    • Up to 10% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    • Educational services
    • Health care and social assistance
    Timeline
    • Open Date : February 1, 2025
    • Closing date : June 30, 2026
    Alberta, Canada
  • Genome Alberta logo
    Grant and FundingClosed

    Indigenous Genomics Training and Capacity Program – Alberta

    Genome Alberta
    Supports Indigenous-led genomics capacity building
    Eligible Funding
    • Maximum amount : 400,000 $
    Eligible Industries
    • Professional, scientific and technical services
    • Educational services
    • Health care and social assistance
    Timeline
    • Closing date : September 15, 2025
    Alberta, Canada

Frequently asked questions about healthcare grants in Alberta

Here are concise answers to common questions about health funding programs, eligibility, application steps, and reporting requirements in Alberta

How do I apply for healthcare grants in Alberta?

Working with grant experts like helloDarwin can make all the difference. Our team specializes in identifying the best funding opportunities for your specific industry, project goals, and region. We help you understand the requirements, prepare compelling applications, and manage submissions efficiently—so you can focus on growth instead of paperwork.

Which organizations are eligible for Alberta health funding?

Eligibility varies, but commonly includes nonprofits and charities, Indigenous governments and organizations, municipalities, clinics and hospitals, primary care networks, universities, and research institutes. Medtech companies may qualify for innovation and commercialization support. Always confirm admissibility before drafting the full proposal.

What kinds of projects do Alberta health grants support?

Typical projects include primary care expansion, equipment purchases, facility renovations, digital health and telemedicine, mental health and addictions, Indigenous wellness, seniors and long‑term care, home care, public health, and research and training. Many calls emphasize quality improvement and implementation science.

Are matching funds required for medical equipment or capital grants?

Many equipment and capital programs require cost‑sharing, ranging from 10% to 50% depending on the grant. Eligible matches may include municipal contributions, philanthropic grants, corporate CSR, and in‑kind support. Review the program guide for specifics.

How can primary care clinics secure telehealth and EMR funding?

Look for digital health funding Alberta, telehealth equipment grants, and EMR upgrade grants for Alberta clinics. Highlight interoperability, cybersecurity, privacy, and measurable benefits for access and wait times. Include vendor quotes and training plans.

What support exists for Indigenous and rural health projects?

Programs offer Indigenous health funding Alberta for wellness, maternal health, harm reduction, and mobile mental health units. Rural health grants address mobile clinics, community paramedicine, travel assistance, and telemedicine infrastructure. Partnerships with local leadership strengthen proposals.

How does helloDarwin assist with Alberta healthcare grants?

helloDarwin combines expert consulting and a SaaS platform to map relevant programs, assess eligibility, and organize application workflows. We support budgeting, matching funds strategies, timelines, and reporting plans. This hybrid approach simplifies complex calls and improves readiness.

What evaluation and reporting do funders expect?

Funders expect clear indicators, baseline data, and outcomes such as improved access, quality, or equity. Reports often include quarterly updates, financial tracking, and a final outcomes summary. Build data collection and KT activities into the budget.

Where can researchers find medical research funding in Alberta?

Explore CIHR funding Alberta, university programs at the University of Alberta and University of Calgary, MSI Foundation health grants, and SPOR support for patient‑oriented research. Look for clinical trials seed funding, precision health, genomics, and translational grants.

How can nonprofits improve success rates for community health grants?

Align projects with community needs, equity goals, and measurable outcomes. Secure letters of support, confirm matching funds, and include a realistic evaluation plan. helloDarwin can review eligibility, strengthen budgets, and structure timelines to meet intake dates.

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