Updated June 2026

Innovation Grants in Canada for 2026

Discover innovation grants in Canada to fund your business's innovative projects in 2026. Find the best grant program

2267 programs available

Grant and FundingOpen
Regional defence investment initiative (RDII) – Quebec
Canada Economic Development for Quebec Regions (CED)
Supports Quebec organizations integrating into domestic and international defence supply chains
Quebec, Canada
Eligible Funding
- Up to 90% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Manufacturing
- Professional, scientific and technical services
- Public administration
Types of eligible projects
CommercializationInnovation
Quebec, Canada
Grant and FundingOpen
Social Economy Support Fund
Social Economy Mauricie
Non-repayable financial aid supporting social economy projects in Mauricie
Quebec, Canada
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 20,000 $
- Up to 80% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Information and cultural industries
- Educational services
- Health care and social assistance
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
Types of eligible projects
CommercializationInnovationDigital Transformation
Quebec, Canada
Grant and FundingOpen
Abandoned Boats Program - Education, Awareness, and Research (EA&R) component
Transport Canada (TC)
Supports boat owner education and sustainable boat recycling research
Canada
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Eligible Industries
- Transportation and warehousing
- Professional, scientific and technical services
- Administrative and support, waste management and remediation services
- Educational services
Types of eligible projects
Environment and ClimateInnovation
Canada
Grant and FundingOpen
Entrepreneurial grant
Quebec City
Supports business creation and succession in Québec
Quebec City, Quebec, Canada
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 25,000 $
- Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
- Manufacturing
- Information and cultural industries
- Finance and insurance
Types of eligible projects
CommercializationArtificial Intelligence (AI)TechnologyEnvironment and ClimateHuman ResourcesBusiness BuyoutInnovation
Quebec City, Quebec, Canada
Grant and FundingOpen
FedDev — Funding for southern Ontario
Federal Economic Development Agency for Southern Ontario (FedDev)
Funding for businesses in southern Ontario by FedDev Ontario.
Ontario, Canada
Open Date : February 3, 2026
Eligible Funding
- From $125,000 to $10,000,000
Eligible Industries
- Manufacturing
- Information and cultural industries
- Professional, scientific and technical services
- Health care and social assistance
Types of eligible projects
CommercializationArtificial Intelligence (AI)TechnologyEnvironment and ClimateInnovation
Ontario, Canada
Open Date : February 3, 2026
Grant and FundingOpen
FedDev Ontario — Economic Development Initiative (Southern Ontario) — Not-For-Profit
Federal Economic Development Agency for Southern Ontario (FedDev)
Assistance for Francophone projects in southern Ontario
Ontario, Canada
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Eligible Industries
- Manufacturing
- Information and cultural industries
- Educational services
- Health care and social assistance
Types of eligible projects
CommercializationInnovation
Ontario, Canada
Grant and FundingOpen
Innovative Solutions Canada — Challenge Stream for innovators
Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada (ISED)
Supports Canadian SMEs developing innovative solutions for government challenges
Canada
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 2,000,000 $
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Types of eligible projects
CommercializationTechnologyInnovation
Canada
Tax CreditsOpen
Ontario Made Manufacturing Investment Tax Credit (OMMITC)
Government of Ontario, Ontario Ministry of Finance
Supports manufacturing investment in Ontario
Ontario, Canada
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 2,000,000 $
- Up to 10% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Manufacturing
Types of eligible projects
Innovation
Ontario, Canada
Grant and FundingOpen
Quebec City — Major projects
Quebec City
Funding for major investment projects in Quebec City
Quebec City, Quebec, Canada
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 1,000,000 $
- Up to 25% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Utilities
- Manufacturing
- Information and cultural industries
- Finance and insurance
Types of eligible projects
Artificial Intelligence (AI)TechnologyEnvironment and ClimateConstruction and Renovation InnovationDigital Transformation
Quebec City, Quebec, Canada
Loans and Capital investmentsOpen
Regional Economic Growth through Innovation (REGI) — Business Scale-up and Productivity — ACOA
Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency (ACOA)
Financing to accelerate growth in Atlantic Canada
NB, NL, NS, PE, Canada
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Eligible Industries
- Manufacturing
- Information and cultural industries
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
Types of eligible projects
CommercializationHuman ResourcesInnovation
NB, NL, NS, PE, Canada
Tax CreditsOpen
Tax incentives for mining and exploration
Canada Revenue Agency (CRA)
Federal and provincial tax incentives support mining and exploration activities
Canada
Open Date : April 8, 2022
Closing date : March 31, 2027
Eligible Funding
- Up to 30% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Mining, quarrying, and oil and gas extraction
Types of eligible projects
Environment and ClimateInnovation
Canada
Open Date : April 8, 2022
Closing date : March 31, 2027
Grant and FundingOpen
Business case: Community Energy Systems
Federation of Canadian Municipalities (FCM), Green Municipal Fund (GMF)
Funding to develop business cases for low-carbon community energy systems
Canada
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 100,000 $
- Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Utilities
- Public administration
Types of eligible projects
Environment and ClimateInnovation
Canada
Loans and Capital investmentsOpen
Business Scale-up and Productivity (BSP) in the Prairie provinces
Government of Canada, Prairies Economic Development Canada (PrairiesCan)
Repayable support for prairie high-growth business scale-up
Alberta, Manitoba, Saskatchewan, Canada
Eligible Funding
- From $200,000 to $10,000,000
- Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Manufacturing
- Wholesale trade
- Professional, scientific and technical services
Types of eligible projects
CommercializationTechnologyInnovation
Alberta, Manitoba, Saskatchewan, Canada
Grant and FundingOpen
InnovEnSol Program
Quebec Ministry of the Environment and the Fight Against Climate Change (MELCC), Ministry of Forests, Wildlife and Parks
Funding for innovative soil and groundwater decontamination demonstration trials
Quebec, Canada
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 1,000,000 $
- Up to 75% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Professional, scientific and technical services
- Administrative and support, waste management and remediation services
- Educational services
- Public administration
Types of eligible projects
TechnologyEnvironment and ClimateInnovation
Quebec, Canada
Loans and Capital investmentsOpen
PARESAU – Component 2 : Emergency financing for strategic companies
Investissement Québec (IQ)
Emergency funding for strategic businesses in financial distress
Quebec, Canada
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Types of eligible projects
Innovation
Quebec, Canada
Researchers And FacilitiesPartnering and CollaborationExpert AdviceOpen
Advanced Manufacturing program
National Research Council Canada (NRC)
Supporting innovation and digitalization in advanced manufacturing technologies
Canada
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Eligible Industries
- Manufacturing
Types of eligible projects
Artificial Intelligence (AI)TechnologyEnvironment and ClimateInnovationDigital Transformation
Canada
Grant and FundingOpen
Alberta Innovates — Agriculture & Environment (AE) Program
Alberta Innovates
Support for sustainable agriculture and environmental innovation
Alberta, Canada
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 750,000 $
- Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
- Utilities
- Professional, scientific and technical services
- Educational services
Types of eligible projects
CommercializationTechnologyEnvironment and ClimateInnovation
Alberta, Canada
Grant and FundingOpen
Call for projects Genium360
Axelys
Funding support for engineering students and graduates advancing public research
Canada
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 15,000 $
Eligible Industries
- Professional, scientific and technical services
- Educational services
Types of eligible projects
TechnologyInnovation
Canada
Grant and FundingOpen
CALQ — Exploration and Research
Conseil des arts et des lettres du Québec (CALQ)
Funding for artistic research, experimentation, and creative development
Quebec, Canada
Open Date : June 8, 2026
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 25,000 $
Eligible Industries
- Information and cultural industries
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
Types of eligible projects
TechnologyInnovation
Quebec, Canada
Open Date : June 8, 2026
Grant and FundingOpen
Canada Service Corps Program - Micro-grants Diversity stream
Employment and Social Development Canada (ESDC), GLOCAL Foundation of Canada (GLOCAL)
Support for youth-led civic engagement projects
Canada
Open Date : April 21, 2026
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 5,000 $
Eligible Industries
- Educational services
- Health care and social assistance
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
- Other services (except public administration)
Types of eligible projects
Environment and ClimateHuman ResourcesInnovation
Canada
Open Date : April 21, 2026
Grant and FundingOpen
Community Action Support Program for Families – Component 4 – One-time Support for Innovative Projects
Government of Québec
Support for innovative family-focused community initiatives
Quebec, Canada
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 300,000 $
Eligible Industries
- Health care and social assistance
- Other services (except public administration)
- Public administration
Types of eligible projects
Innovation
Quebec, Canada
Partnering and CollaborationGrant and FundingOpen
CRIAQ International
Consortium for Research and Innovation in Aerospace in Quebec (CRIAQ)
Supports international collaborative aerospace R&D commercialization projects
Quebec, Canada
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 1,500,000 $
- Up to 40% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Manufacturing
- Professional, scientific and technical services
Types of eligible projects
CommercializationTechnologyInnovation
Quebec, Canada
Loans and Capital investmentsOpen
Duo grand V
Investissement Québec (IQ)
Flexible funding and tech support for sustainable innovation projects
Quebec, Canada
Eligible Funding
- From $250,000 to $250,000
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Types of eligible projects
TechnologyEnvironment and ClimateInnovationDigital Transformation
Quebec, Canada
Grant and FundingOpen
Epic MegaGrants
Epic Games
Funding for innovative Unreal Engine real-time 3D projects
Canada
Eligible Funding
- From $5,000 to $200,000
Eligible Industries
- Information and cultural industries
- Professional, scientific and technical services
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
Types of eligible projects
TechnologyInnovation
Canada
Grant and FundingOpen
Food self-sufficiency – major investment projects in bio-food companies
Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries and Food (MAPAQ)
Support for major bio-food investment projects
Quebec, Canada
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
- Manufacturing
Types of eligible projects
TechnologyInnovation
Quebec, Canada
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Partnering and CollaborationExpert AdviceLoans and Capital investmentsOpen
FTQ — Bioenergy
Solidarity Funds (FTQ)
Financing and support for biomethanization projects in Quebec
Quebec, Canada
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
- Utilities
- Manufacturing
- Administrative and support, waste management and remediation services
Types of eligible projects
TechnologyEnvironment and ClimateInnovation
Quebec, Canada
Grant and FundingOpen
Future Fuels Challenge
Emissions Reduction Alberta (ERA)
Annual competitive funding for low-emission fuel technology commercialization projects
Canada
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Eligible Industries
- Mining, quarrying, and oil and gas extraction
- Utilities
- Manufacturing
- Transportation and warehousing
Types of eligible projects
CommercializationTechnologyEnvironment and ClimateInnovation
Canada
Grant and FundingOpen
Gaspésie Tourism — EPRTNT 2025-2027 – Structuring the regional tourism offering
Gaspésie Tourism (TG)
Supports structuring, sustainable and digital regional tourism projects
Quebec, Canada
Eligible Funding
- From $50,000 to $200,000
- Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
- Accommodation and food services
Types of eligible projects
Environment and ClimateHuman ResourcesInnovationDigital Transformation
Quebec, Canada
Grant and FundingOpen
Green Shipping Corridor Program
Transport Canada (TC)
Funding for decarbonizing ports and maritime shipping in Canada
Canada
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Eligible Industries
- Transportation and warehousing
Types of eligible projects
TechnologyEnvironment and ClimateInnovation
Canada
Researchers And FacilitiesPartnering and CollaborationGrant and FundingOpen
Innovation continuum
Axelys
Supports innovation development and commercialization in Quebec’s strategic sectors
Quebec, Canada
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Eligible Industries
- Professional, scientific and technical services
- Educational services
Types of eligible projects
CommercializationTechnologyInnovation
Quebec, Canada
Partnering and CollaborationGrant and FundingOpen
International Technology Pilot and Demonstration Program — Cleantech (Global Markets)
National Research Council Canada (NRC)
Supports Canadian SMEs piloting cleantech with international partners
Canada
Eligible Funding
- From $75,000 to $700,000
- Up to 80% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Utilities
- Professional, scientific and technical services
- Administrative and support, waste management and remediation services
Types of eligible projects
CommercializationTechnologyEnvironment and ClimateInnovation
Canada
Grant and FundingOpen
Laval Économique - Tech shift – Manufacturing: Component AI Development
Laval Economique
Technological support to optimize manufacturing innovation through artificial intelligence
Laval, Quebec, Canada
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 25,000 $
- Up to 25% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Manufacturing
Types of eligible projects
Artificial Intelligence (AI)TechnologyInnovationDigital Transformation
Laval, Quebec, Canada
Partnering and CollaborationGrant and FundingOpen
MRC Beauce-Centre — FRR: Component 2
MRC Beauce-Centre
Funding for local and territorial development projects
Quebec, Canada
Eligible Funding
- From $10,000 to $25,000
- Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
- Construction
- Manufacturing
- Retail trade
Types of eligible projects
Environment and ClimateConstruction and Renovation Human ResourcesInnovation
Quebec, Canada
Partnering and CollaborationGrant and FundingOpen
MRC de L’Érable — Regional and Rurality Fund (RRF)
MRC L'Érable (MRC)
Supports local and regional development projects
Quebec, Canada
Eligible Funding
- From $5,000 to $1,138,435
- Up to 83% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Public administration
Types of eligible projects
Environment and ClimateConstruction and Renovation Innovation
Quebec, Canada
Partnering and CollaborationGrant and FundingOpen
MRC de Manicouagan — Signature Innovation
MRC de Manicouagan (MRC)
Supports innovative territorial projects in Manicouagan
Baie-Comeau, Quebec, Canada
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 150,000 $
- Up to 80% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Manufacturing
- Professional, scientific and technical services
- Educational services
- Public administration
Types of eligible projects
TechnologyEnvironment and ClimateConstruction and Renovation Innovation
Baie-Comeau, Quebec, Canada
Grant and FundingOpen
PME MTL — Innovation, productivity, and sustainable development fund
PME MTL (PME)
Supports innovation and sustainability projects in Montréal
Montreal, Quebec, Canada
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 50,000 $
- Up to 80% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Types of eligible projects
CommercializationEnvironment and ClimateInnovation
Montreal, Quebec, Canada
Grant and FundingOpen
Productivity-Skills
Government of Québec
Funding for SME skills training projects
Quebec, Canada
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 25 $
- Up to 85% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
- Manufacturing
- Transportation and warehousing
- Educational services
Types of eligible projects
Artificial Intelligence (AI)Environment and ClimateHuman ResourcesInnovationDigital Transformation
Quebec, Canada
Grant and FundingOpen
REGI — Targeted Manufacturing Initiative for Northern Ontario
Federal Economic Development Agency for Northern Ontario (FedNor)
Funding for manufacturers in Northern Ontario
Ontario, Canada
Open Date : February 3, 2026
Eligible Funding
- Up to 33% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Manufacturing
Types of eligible projects
TechnologyInnovationDigital Transformation
Ontario, Canada
Open Date : February 3, 2026
Grant and FundingOpen
Regional Defence Investment Initiative (RDII) in the Prairie provinces
Prairies Economic Development Canada (PrairiesCan), Government of Canada
Supports Prairie businesses entering defence supply chains
Alberta, Manitoba, Saskatchewan, Canada
Open Date : December 5, 2025
Closing date : December 31, 2027
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 379,200,000 $
- Up to 100% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Manufacturing
- Transportation and warehousing
- Information and cultural industries
- Professional, scientific and technical services
Types of eligible projects
CommercializationArtificial Intelligence (AI)TechnologyInnovation
Alberta, Manitoba, Saskatchewan, Canada
Open Date : December 5, 2025
Closing date : December 31, 2027
Grant and FundingOpen
Regional Defence Investment Initiative in Atlantic Canada
Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency (ACOA)
Funding for defence supply chain integration in Atlantic Canada
NB, NL, NS, PE, Canada
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Eligible Industries
- Public administration
Types of eligible projects
CommercializationTechnologyInnovation
NB, NL, NS, PE, Canada
Grant and FundingOpen
Regional partnership and digital transformation agreement in tourism
Quebec Ministry of Tourism (MTO)
Supports regional tourism innovation and sustainable digital transformation
Quebec, Canada
Open Date : January 1, 2025
Closing date : December 31, 2026
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Eligible Industries
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
- Accommodation and food services
Types of eligible projects
TechnologyEnvironment and ClimateHuman ResourcesInnovationDigital Transformation
Quebec, Canada
Open Date : January 1, 2025
Closing date : December 31, 2026
Grant and FundingOpen
Regional Tariff Response Initiative (RTRI) — British Columbia
Government of Canada
Supports B.C. businesses adapting to tariff-related trade disruptions
BC, Canada
Eligible Funding
- From $200,000 to $10,000,000
- Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Manufacturing
Types of eligible projects
CommercializationTechnologyHuman ResourcesInnovationDigital Transformation
BC, Canada
Grant and FundingOpen
Regional Tariff Response Initiative (RTRI) — Northern Canada
Canadian Northern Economic Development Agency (CanNor)
Supports Canadian businesses facing trade disruptions
NT, Nunavut, Yukon, Canada
Eligible Funding
- Up to 25% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Manufacturing
Types of eligible projects
CommercializationTechnologyHuman ResourcesInnovationDigital Transformation
NT, Nunavut, Yukon, Canada
Grant and FundingOpen
Regional Tariff Response Initiative (RTRI) — Northern Ontario
Federal Economic Development Agency for Northern Ontario (FedNor)
Supports tariff-impacted Northern Ontario SMEs for productivity and growth
Ontario, Canada
Open Date : March 21, 2025
Closing date : March 31, 2028
Eligible 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
- Manufacturing
Types of eligible projects
CommercializationTechnologyInnovationDigital Transformation
Ontario, Canada
Open Date : March 21, 2025
Closing date : March 31, 2028
Grant and FundingOpen
Regional Tariff Response Initiative (RTRI) — Prairie Provinces
Prairies Economic Development Canada (PrairiesCan)
Supports Prairie businesses impacted by trade tariffs and disruptions
Alberta, Manitoba, Saskatchewan, Canada
Open Date : January 1, 2024
Closing date : December 31, 2027
Eligible Funding
- Up to 25% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Manufacturing
- Wholesale trade
- Transportation and warehousing
- Professional, scientific and technical services
Types of eligible projects
CommercializationTechnologyInnovation
Alberta, Manitoba, Saskatchewan, Canada
Open Date : January 1, 2024
Closing date : December 31, 2027
Grant and FundingOpen
Regional Tariff Response Initiative (RTRI) — Southern Ontario
Federal Economic Development Agency for Southern Ontario (FedDev)
Supports southern Ontario businesses impacted by international trade disruptions
Ontario, Canada
Eligible Funding
- From $125,000 to $1,000,000
- Up to 75% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Manufacturing
- Wholesale trade
- Retail trade
- Transportation and warehousing
Types of eligible projects
CommercializationTechnologyEnvironment and ClimateInnovationDigital Transformation
Ontario, Canada
Grant and FundingOpen
Regions and Rurality Fund (RRF) - Component 3 - MRC ‘Signature innovation’ projects
Government of Québec
Support MRC projects for innovative regional development initiatives
Quebec, Canada
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
- Accommodation and food services
Types of eligible projects
Innovation
Quebec, Canada
Grant and FundingExpert AdviceOpen
RNA Entrepreneurship initiative
Axelys
Supports entrepreneurial development in RNA therapeutics for Quebec academics
Quebec, Canada
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 80,000 $
Eligible Industries
- Professional, scientific and technical services
- Educational services
- Health care and social assistance
Types of eligible projects
TechnologyHuman ResourcesInnovation
Quebec, Canada
Grant and FundingOpen
Strategic Response Fund (SRF)
Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada (ISED)
Supports Canadian industries facing global trade and supply chain risks
Canada
Open Date : March 9, 2026
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Eligible Industries
- Manufacturing
Types of eligible projects
Artificial Intelligence (AI)Innovation
Canada
Open Date : March 9, 2026
Grant and FundingOpen
Support for commercial arteries — Component 1 - Support for urban revitalization projects
Quebec City
Supports urban revitalization and commercial sector animation initiatives
Quebec City, Quebec, Canada
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 25,000 $
- Up to 65% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Types of eligible projects
CommercializationInnovation
Quebec City, Quebec, Canada
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Grant and FundingOpen
Support for commercial arteries — Component 2 – Support for economic development projects
Quebec City
Support for commercial artery development projects
Quebec City, Quebec, Canada
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 25,000 $
- Up to 65% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Types of eligible projects
CommercializationInnovation
Quebec City, Quebec, Canada
Grant and FundingOpen
Technology Maturation Program – PSOv2d
Axelys
Supports technology development and validation for Quebec research institutions
Quebec, Canada
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 475,000 $
- Up to 80% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Professional, scientific and technical services
- Educational services
Types of eligible projects
CommercializationTechnologyInnovation
Quebec, Canada
Partnering and CollaborationGrant and FundingOpen
The Initiative for Sustainable Aviation Technology (INSAT)
Strix
Funding to accelerate sustainable aviation technology innovation in Canada
Canada
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Eligible Industries
- Manufacturing
- Transportation and warehousing
- Professional, scientific and technical services
Types of eligible projects
Artificial Intelligence (AI)TechnologyEnvironment and ClimateInnovation
Canada
Partnering and CollaborationGrant and FundingOpen
Tourism Sprint Program
Destination Canada
Cost-shared funding for short-term innovative tourism product development
Canada
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 25,000 $
- Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
- Accommodation and food services
- Public administration
Types of eligible projects
Innovation
Canada
Researchers And FacilitiesPartnering and CollaborationGrant and FundingExpert AdviceOpen
Valorization in RNA
Axelys
Supports the advancement and commercialization of RNA technologies in Quebec
Quebec, Canada
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Eligible Industries
- Professional, scientific and technical services
- Educational services
- Health care and social assistance
Types of eligible projects
CommercializationTechnologyInnovation
Quebec, Canada
Grant and FundingOpen
Water reduction program for paper mills
Government of Québec
Funding for pulp and paper water-use reduction
Quebec, Canada
Eligible Funding
- Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
- Manufacturing
Types of eligible projects
TechnologyEnvironment and ClimateInnovation
Quebec, Canada
Grant and FundingExpert AdviceOpen
Youth Initiative to Combat Climate Change - Entrepreneurship and Green Economy
Quebec International Youth Offices (LOJIQ)
Supports young Quebecers in entrepreneurship and green economy initiatives
Quebec, Canada
Open Date : November 24, 2025
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
- Utilities
- Construction
- Manufacturing
Types of eligible projects
Environment and ClimateInnovation
Quebec, Canada
Open Date : November 24, 2025
Grant and FundingOpen
Small business mitigation for drugs and medical devices
Health Canada, Government of Canada
Reduced fees for small businesses on health product reviews
Canada
Eligible Funding
- Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Manufacturing
Types of eligible projects
CommercializationInnovation
Canada
Grant and FundingOpen
Abitibi-Témiscamingue Tourism — EPRTNT 2025-2027 – Festivals and Events
Abitibi-Témiscamingue Tourism
Support for regional tourism festivals and events
Quebec, Canada
Eligible Funding
- From $45,000 to $45,000
- Up to 80% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
Types of eligible projects
Environment and ClimateInnovationDigital Transformation
Quebec, Canada
Grant and FundingExpert AdviceOpen
Abitibi-Témiscamingue Tourism — EPRTNT 2025–2027 — Studies and consulting services
Abitibi-Témiscamingue Tourism
Support for tourism studies and consulting projects
Canada
Eligible Funding
- From $10,000 to $20,000
- Up to 80% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
- Accommodation and food services
Types of eligible projects
Environment and ClimateHuman ResourcesInnovationDigital Transformation
Canada
Loans and Capital investmentsOpen
BDC Financing — Tech Companies
Business Development Bank of Canada (BDC)
Tailored financing for Canadian tech companies
Canada
Open Date : March 23, 2022
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Eligible Industries
- Information and cultural industries
- Professional, scientific and technical services
Types of eligible projects
TechnologyInnovation
Canada
Open Date : March 23, 2022
Grant and FundingWage Subsidies And InternsOpen
Canada Book Fund Publishers Business Development — Technology Internships
Canadian Heritage
Supports technology internships in book publishing
Canada
Open Date : March 25, 2023
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 45,000 $
- Up to 75% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Information and cultural industries
Types of eligible projects
TechnologyHuman ResourcesInnovation
Canada
Open Date : March 25, 2023
Grant and FundingOpen
Chaudière-Appalaches Tourism — EPRTNT 2025-2027 – Attractions, activities and facilities
Chaudière-Appalaches Tourism
Support for innovative tourism projects in Chaudière-Appalaches
Canada
Open Date : March 9, 2026
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Eligible Industries
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
Types of eligible projects
InnovationDigital Transformation
Canada
Open Date : March 9, 2026
Grant and FundingOpen
Côte-Nord Tourism — EPRTNT 2025-2026 – Festivals and Events
Tourisme Côte-Nord (CED)
Support for tourism festivals and events in Côte-Nord
Quebec, Canada
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 10,000 $
- Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
- Accommodation and food services
Types of eligible projects
CommercializationEnvironment and ClimateInnovationDigital Transformation
Quebec, Canada
Grant and FundingOpen
Equipment Manufacturers–Clients
Centre québécois de recherche et de développement de l’aluminium (CQRDA)
Supports innovative partnerships between equipment suppliers and aluminum producers
Quebec, Canada
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 1,000,000 $
- Up to 30% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Types of eligible projects
TechnologyInnovation
Quebec, Canada
Grant and FundingExpert AdviceOpen
Guidance grants
Quebec City
Business growth support through specialized consulting
Quebec City, Quebec, Canada
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 25,000 $
- Up to 30% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
- Utilities
- Manufacturing
- Information and cultural industries
Types of eligible projects
Environment and ClimateInnovation
Quebec City, Quebec, Canada
Grant and FundingOpen
Îles-de-la-Madeleine Tourism — EPRTNT 2025-2027 – Festivals and Events
Îles-de-la-Madeleine Tourism
Support for regional tourism festivals and events
Quebec, Canada
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 20,000 $
- Up to 75% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
Types of eligible projects
Environment and ClimateInnovationDigital Transformation
Quebec, Canada
Grant and FundingOpen
Îles-de-la-Madeleine Tourism — EPRTNT 2025-2027 – Structuring the tourism offering
Îles-de-la-Madeleine Tourism
Supports structuring tourism development projects in the Islands
Quebec, Canada
Eligible Funding
- From $25,000 to $60,000
- Up to 75% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
- Accommodation and food services
Types of eligible projects
Environment and ClimateInnovationDigital Transformation
Quebec, Canada
Grant and FundingOpen
Lanaudière Tourism — EPRTNT 2025-2027 – Festivals and Events
Lanaudière Tourism (CED)
Funding for tourism festivals and events in Lanaudière
Quebec, Canada
Eligible Funding
- Minimum amount : 75,000 $
- Up to 90% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
- Accommodation and food services
Types of eligible projects
Environment and ClimateInnovationDigital Transformation
Quebec, Canada
Grant and FundingOpen
Lanaudière Tourism — EPRTNT 2025-2027 – Structuring the regional tourism offering
Lanaudière Tourism (CED)
Support for structuring regional tourism development projects
Quebec, Canada
Eligible Funding
- From $15,000 to $100,000
- Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
- Accommodation and food services
Types of eligible projects
Environment and ClimateInnovationDigital Transformation
Quebec, Canada
Grant and FundingOpen
Lanaudière Tourism — EPRTNT 2025-2027 – Studies and Consulting Services
Lanaudière Tourism (CED)
Support for tourism studies and consulting projects
Canada
Eligible Funding
- From $5,000 to $30,000
- Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
- Accommodation and food services
Types of eligible projects
Environment and ClimateHuman ResourcesInnovationDigital Transformation
Canada
Grant and FundingExpert AdviceOpen
Montérégie Tourism — EPRTNT 2025-2027 – Studies and Consulting Services
Montérégie Tourism
Support for tourism studies and consulting services
Quebec, Canada
Eligible Funding
- From $10,000 to $20,000
- Up to 80% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
- Accommodation and food services
Types of eligible projects
Environment and ClimateHuman ResourcesInnovationDigital Transformation
Quebec, Canada
Grant and FundingOpen
Montréal Tourism — EPRTNT 2025-2027 – Structuring of the regional tourism offering
Tourisme Montréal
Support for structuring Montréal regional tourism projects
Quebec, Canada
Closing date : August 27, 2026
Eligible Funding
- Minimum amount : 35,000 $
- Up to 80% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
- Accommodation and food services
Types of eligible projects
Environment and ClimateInnovationDigital Transformation
Quebec, Canada
Closing date : August 27, 2026
Grant and FundingExpert AdviceOpen
Nunavik Tourism — EPRTNT 2025-2027 – Studies and Consulting Services
Nunavik Tourism (CED-Q)
Support for tourism consulting and studies
Quebec, Canada
Eligible Funding
- From $20,000 to $95,000
- Up to 90% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
- Accommodation and food services
Types of eligible projects
Environment and ClimateHuman ResourcesInnovationDigital Transformation
Quebec, Canada
Grant and FundingOpen
Outaouais Tourism — PDTO 2025-2027 – Structuring the regional tourism offering
Outaouais Tourism
Support for major structuring tourism projects in Outaouais
Quebec, Canada
Eligible Funding
- From $100,000 to $150,000
- Up to 25% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
- Accommodation and food services
Types of eligible projects
Environment and ClimateInnovation
Quebec, Canada
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Outaouais Tourism — PDTO 2025-2027 – Studies and Consulting Services
Outaouais Tourism
Funding for tourism studies and consulting services
Quebec, Canada
Eligible Funding
- From $25,000 to $90,000
- Up to 25% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
- Accommodation and food services
- Other services (except public administration)
- Public administration
Types of eligible projects
Environment and ClimateHuman ResourcesInnovationDigital Transformation
Quebec, Canada
Grant and FundingOpen
PSIT — EPRTNT 2026 – Studies and Consulting Services
Destination Québec Cité
Support for sustainable tourism consulting and study projects
Quebec, Canada
Eligible Funding
- Minimum amount : 10,000 $
- Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
- Accommodation and food services
Types of eligible projects
Environment and ClimateHuman ResourcesInnovation
Quebec, Canada
Other SupportPartnering and CollaborationGrant and FundingExpert AdviceOpen
Quebec Strategic Electric Supply Platform (PASQÉ)
Quebec Electrical Industry Association (AIEQ)
Supports innovation and supply chain development in Quebec's electrical industry
Quebec, Canada
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Eligible Industries
- Utilities
- Manufacturing
Types of eligible projects
Innovation
Quebec, Canada
Grant and FundingOpen
Saguenay–Lac-Saint-Jean Tourism — EPRTNT 2025-2027 – Accommodation
Tourisme Saguenay–Lac-Saint-Jean
Support for developing and upgrading regional tourist accommodation
Quebec, Canada
Eligible Funding
- From $30,000 to $99,000
- Up to 90% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Accommodation and food services
Types of eligible projects
Environment and ClimateConstruction and Renovation InnovationDigital Transformation
Quebec, Canada
Grant and FundingExpert AdviceOpen
Saguenay–Lac-Saint-Jean Tourism — EPRTNT 2025-2027 – Attractions, Activities, and Facilities
Tourisme Saguenay–Lac-Saint-Jean
Support for developing tourism attractions and facilities
Quebec, Canada
Eligible Funding
- From $30,000 to $99,000
- Up to 90% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
- Accommodation and food services
Types of eligible projects
Environment and ClimateConstruction and Renovation InnovationDigital Transformation
Quebec, Canada
Other SupportGrant and FundingOpen
Support Fund for Businesses in La Mitis (FAEM)
La Mitis RCM
Financial support to help La Mitis businesses grow and perform
Quebec, Canada
Eligible Funding
- From $1,000 to $10,000
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Types of eligible projects
CommercializationTechnologyHuman ResourcesBusiness BuyoutInnovationDigital Transformation
Quebec, Canada
Grant and FundingOpen
Territorial Development Support Policy – Component 1: Support for regional outreach
MRC de Manicouagan (MRC)
Financial support for regional development and business innovation
Quebec, Canada
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 150,000 $
- Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
- Other services (except public administration)
- Public administration
Types of eligible projects
Environment and ClimateInnovationDigital Transformation
Quebec, Canada
Grant and FundingOpen
Wood Construction Innovation Program
Government of Québec
Supports innovative use of wood in sustainable construction projects
Quebec, Canada
Open Date : June 1, 2024
Closing date : March 31, 2027
Eligible Funding
- From $400,000 to $2,500,000
- Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
- Construction
- Manufacturing
- Public administration
Types of eligible projects
Environment and ClimateInnovation
Quebec, Canada
Open Date : June 1, 2024
Closing date : March 31, 2027
Other SupportOpen
Alizés Awards
Farm Credit Canada (FCC)
Awards recognizing Canadian agri-food export excellence and innovation
Canada
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
- Manufacturing
Types of eligible projects
CommercializationInnovation
Canada
Grant and FundingOpen
Grand Challenges Canada
Grand Challenges Canada (GCC)
Funding challenges for innovations that save and improve lives
Canada
Open Date : February 3, 2026
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 250,000 $
Eligible Industries
- Health care and social assistance
Types of eligible projects
Innovation
Canada
Open Date : February 3, 2026
Grant and FundingOpen
INVEST North Program — Innovation Stream
Northern Ontario Heritage Fund Corporation (NOHFC)
Supports innovative technology projects in Northern Ontario
Ontario, Canada
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 2,000,000 $
- Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Manufacturing
- Information and cultural industries
- Professional, scientific and technical services
Types of eligible projects
CommercializationTechnologyConstruction and Renovation Innovation
Ontario, Canada
Grant and FundingOpen
OVIN — Electric Vehicle (EV) — Stream 1
Ontario Vehicle Innovation Network (OVIN)
Money for electric vehicle related technologies
Ontario, Canada
Open Date : August 15, 2023
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 100,000 $
- Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Utilities
- Manufacturing
- Transportation and warehousing
Types of eligible projects
CommercializationTechnologyEnvironment and ClimateInnovation
Ontario, Canada
Open Date : August 15, 2023
Grant and FundingExpert AdviceOpen
Productivity and Sustainable Innovation Fund – Component 2: Feasibility study - audit towards a 4.0 transition
NexDev | Haut-Richelieu Economic Development
Financial support for industrial digital transformation and productivity improvement
Saint-Jean-sur-Richelieu, Quebec, Canada
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 5,000 $
- Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Manufacturing
- Wholesale trade
- Transportation and warehousing
Types of eligible projects
TechnologyInnovationDigital Transformation
Saint-Jean-sur-Richelieu, Quebec, Canada
Grant and FundingExpert AdviceLoans and Capital investmentsOpen
Productivity and Sustainable Innovation Fund – Component 3: Project Implementation, It's time to take action!
NexDev | Haut-Richelieu Economic Development
Financial support for industrial productivity and digital transformation projects
Saint-Jean-sur-Richelieu, Quebec, Canada
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 10,000 $
- Up to 10% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Manufacturing
- Wholesale trade
- Transportation and warehousing
Types of eligible projects
Artificial Intelligence (AI)TechnologyInnovationDigital Transformation
Saint-Jean-sur-Richelieu, Quebec, Canada
Grant and FundingExpert AdviceOpen
Productivity and Sustainable Innovation Fund – Stream 1: Company consultations/micro-diagnosis and selection assistance
NexDev | Haut-Richelieu Economic Development
Funding for productivity and digital innovation projects
Saint-Jean-sur-Richelieu, Quebec, Canada
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 10,000 $
- Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Manufacturing
- Wholesale trade
- Transportation and warehousing
- Other services (except public administration)
Types of eligible projects
Artificial Intelligence (AI)TechnologyInnovationDigital Transformation
Saint-Jean-sur-Richelieu, Quebec, Canada
Researchers And FacilitiesPartnering and CollaborationGrant and FundingOpen
PROMPT — Collaborative Innovation
PROMPT
Facilitates collaborative R&D between Quebec businesses and research institutions
Quebec, Canada
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 1,500,000 $
- Up to 40% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Manufacturing
- Information and cultural industries
- Professional, scientific and technical services
- Educational services
Types of eligible projects
TechnologyInnovation
Quebec, Canada
Partnering and CollaborationGrant and FundingOpen
PROMPT — GHG Reduction – SME Component
PROMPT
Supports Quebec SMEs developing innovative GHG reduction technologies
Quebec, Canada
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 450,000 $
- Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Manufacturing
- Professional, scientific and technical services
Types of eligible projects
TechnologyEnvironment and ClimateInnovation
Quebec, Canada
Expert AdviceOpen
The Foodpreneur Scale-Up Program
Foodpreneur Advantage
Hybrid scale-up support for food businesses
Ontario, Canada
Open Date : August 1, 2024
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 5,000 $
Eligible Industries
- Manufacturing
- Wholesale trade
- Retail trade
Types of eligible projects
CommercializationInnovation
Ontario, Canada
Open Date : August 1, 2024
Grant and FundingLoans and Capital investmentsOpen
APCHQ — Affordable Housing Innovation Fund
Association des professionnels de la construction et de l’habitation du Québec (APCHQ), Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation (CMHC)
Supports innovative, scalable affordable housing solutions across Canada
Ontario, Canada
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Eligible Industries
- Construction
- Finance and insurance
- Real estate and rental and leasing
- Health care and social assistance
Types of eligible projects
Environment and ClimateInnovation
Ontario, Canada
Grant and FundingOpen
Applied Research and Development Grants — Industrial Partner
Natural Sciences and Engineering Research Council of Canada (NSERC), ABC Life Literacy Canada (ABC)
College-led R&D with partner organizations
Canada
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 150,000 $
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Types of eligible projects
TechnologyEnvironment and ClimateHuman ResourcesInnovation
Canada
Tax CreditsOpen
BC Scientific Research & Experimental Development Tax Credit
Government of British Columbia (BC), BC Ministry of Finance, Canada Revenue Agency (CRA)
Tax credit for R&D in British Columbia
BC, Canada
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 3,000,000 $
- Up to 10% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Professional, scientific and technical services
Types of eligible projects
Innovation
BC, Canada
Other SupportPartnering and CollaborationGrant and FundingExpert AdviceOpen
Canada’s Next Sustainable Changemaker Challenge
Elevate Talent
Supports startups reducing greenhouse gas emissions
Toronto, Ontario, Canada
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Eligible Industries
- Utilities
- Construction
- Real estate and rental and leasing
- Professional, scientific and technical services
Types of eligible projects
TechnologyEnvironment and ClimateInnovation
Toronto, Ontario, Canada
Partnering and CollaborationGrant and FundingOpen
Canadian Semiconductor R&D Partnering Delegation to France
Trade Commissioner Service (TCS)
Supports Canadian SMEs partnering in France for semiconductor R&D
Canada
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 15,000 $
- Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Manufacturing
- Professional, scientific and technical services
Types of eligible projects
CommercializationArtificial Intelligence (AI)TechnologyInnovation
Canada
Loans and Capital investmentsOpen
City of Lévis — Desjardins Business Fund (FDE)
Ville de Lévis
Economic development support for Lévis businesses and entrepreneurs
Levis, Quebec, Canada
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 100,000 $
Eligible Industries
- Manufacturing
- Retail trade
- Information and cultural industries
- Accommodation and food services
Types of eligible projects
TechnologyEnvironment and ClimateInnovation
Levis, Quebec, Canada
Loans and Capital investmentsOpen
Compétivert — Funding Solution
Investissement Québec (IQ), Government of Québec
Funding for Quebec businesses
Quebec, Canada
Open Date : July 27, 2022
Eligible Funding
- Minimum amount : 50,000 $
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Types of eligible projects
TechnologyInnovation
Quebec, Canada
Open Date : July 27, 2022

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