Other SupportGrant and FundingClosed
Homelessness Prevention Program
Funding for homelessness prevention projects in Oxford County
Updated May 2026
Innovation Grants Available in Ontario for 2026
Accelerate R&D, prototyping, and commercialization with Ontario business grants. Access non-dilutive funding to scale innovation across regions and sectors.
Across Ontario, organizations can access innovation grants, R&D funding, and commercialization support tailored to startups, SMEs, non-profits, and research institutions. Programs range from provincial initiatives like the Ontario Centres of Innovation and OVIN to federal options active in Ontario such as IRAP, NSERC, and FedDev. This directory explains eligibility, funding types, application steps, and sector-specific streams to help applicants plan competitive projects.
351 programs available
Researchers And FacilitiesPartnering and CollaborationGrant and FundingClosedAgricultural Climate Solutions – Living Labs Program
Supports climate-smart agricultural innovation
Other SupportGrant and FundingExpert AdviceLoans and Capital investmentsOpenOntario Together Trade Fund (OTTF)
Supports Ontario SMEs to strengthen supply chains and expand markets- Grant and FundingOpen
Southwestern Ontario Development Fund (SWODF) — Business Project Grants
Grants to grow or expand in southwestern Ontario 
Other SupportGrant and FundingClosedHousing Accelerator Fund (HAF) – Thunder Bay
Supports housing development in Thunder Bay
Researchers And FacilitiesPartnering and CollaborationGrant and FundingClosedResearch & Development Partnership Fund (R&D PF)
Co-investment for Ontario mobility technology R&DEligible Funding- Maximum amount : 1,000,000 $
- Up to 33% of project cost
Eligible Industries- Manufacturing
- Transportation and warehousing
- Professional, scientific and technical services
Types of eligible projectsCommercializationArtificial Intelligence (AI)TechnologyInnovationDigital Transformation
Partnering and CollaborationGrant and FundingClosedIndigenous Arts Grants Program
Funding for Inuit artists’ creative development
Grant and FundingClosedOCI — Innovating Digital Health Solutions (IDHS)
Promotes digital health tech partnerships for improved patient care- Partnering and CollaborationGrant and FundingClosed
Pathways to Possibility
Funding for inclusive automotive career programs 
Expert AdviceOpenMaRS Growth Acceleration Program
Support for executives of scaling, high-growth companies
Other SupportGrant and FundingClosedCommunity Development Fund; Wellington North Cultural Roundtable Program Funding and Sponsorship
Funding for local community events and programs
Other SupportGrant and FundingClosedMunicipal Grants Program - In-kind and financial support under $5,000
Modest support for local community initiatives
Grant and FundingClosedGreat Lakes Freshwater Ecosystem Initiative — Funding for preventing toxic and nuisance algae – Lake Erie Innovation Sub-Stream
Funding for innovative Lake Erie phosphorus reduction projects- Partnering and CollaborationGrant and FundingExpert AdviceLoans and Capital investmentsClosed
Renfrew County Community Development Fund
Non-repayable funding for local economic developmentEligible Funding- Maximum amount : 5,000 $
- Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
- Manufacturing
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
- Accommodation and food services
Types of eligible projectsCommercializationTechnologyConstruction and Renovation Innovation 
Grant and FundingClosedSCCIP Development Programs (St. Catharines Cultural Investment Program)
Funding for local arts and community cultural projects
Grant and FundingOpenVisual and Media Arts Projects: Presentation
Funding for Toronto visual and media arts projects
Grant and FundingClosedCommunity grants (tier 2)
Funding for community-serving organizations in Kitchener
Expert AdviceClosedFaster Forward Business Success Coaching Program (Faster Forward Coaching)
Free coaching to help businesses scale up
Grant and FundingClosedParticipant Funding for the Regulatory Oversight Report for Canadian Nuclear Laboratories Sites: 2018
Supports participation in CNSC regulatory proceedings
Grant and FundingClosedPort Perry Community Improvement Plan (CIP) Incentive Programs
Financial support for targeted redevelopment projectsEligible Funding- Maximum amount : 15,000 $
- Up to 75% of project cost
Eligible Industries- Manufacturing
- Wholesale trade
- Transportation and warehousing
- Professional, scientific and technical services
Types of eligible projectsEnvironment and ClimateConstruction and Renovation Innovation
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- Grant and FundingClosed
Great Lakes Freshwater Ecosystem Initiative: Preventing toxic and nuisance algae — Lake Erie Precision Conservation sub-stream
Funding for Lake Erie phosphorus reduction projects - Grant and FundingClosed
Dr. Borna Meisami Commemorative Foundation — Restoring Smiles Program
Free restorative dental care for survivors of violence 
Grant and FundingClosedIndependent Electricity System Operator (IESO) - Grid Innovation Fund
Funding for innovative electrification projects in Ontario
Other SupportResearchers And FacilitiesPartnering and CollaborationOpenNRC — Printable Electronics - Ottawa research facility
Applied research for printable electronics solutions
Grant and FundingOpenOAC — Music Production and Presentation Projects
Funding for Ontario music creation and presentation
Grant and FundingTax CreditsClosedTownship of Wellesley Community Improvement Plan – Financial Incentive Programs
Financial support for property and building improvements
Grant and FundingClosedEntrepreneurship and Innovation Fund – Stream 1
Support for inclusive entrepreneurship and innovation initiatives
Other SupportExpert AdviceOpenventureLAB — Capital Investment Program
Capital support for hardtech and deeptech startups
Grant and FundingClosedTourism Accelerator Grant (TAG) Program
Funding for tourism growth projects in Port Colborne
Grant and FundingClosedTown of Milton Recreation Financial Assistance
Subsidy for Milton recreation program participation
Grant and FundingClosedRichmond Hill Fee Assistance Program
Recreation fee support for Richmond Hill residents
Grant and FundingClosedFinancial Relief Program
Geneva Centre for Autism (GCA), Dr. Ainsley E. Moore Foundation (DRAEM), Government of Québec, Fondation GraciaFinancial relief for autism service fees
Grant and FundingClosedXLerate Program - Project Feasibility Study (PFS)
Funding for industrial project feasibility studies- Other SupportGrant and FundingClosed
Low-income Energy Assistance Program (LEAP)
Emergency help for low-income energy bills - Partnering and CollaborationGrant and FundingOpen
OVIN — C/AV and Smart Mobility — Stream 1
Co-investment for smart mobility technology development 
Grant and FundingLoans and Capital investmentsClosedCanada-Ontario Community Housing Initiative (COCHI) & Ontario Priorities Housing Initiative (OPHI)
Funding for Ontario community housing projects- Grant and FundingOpen
Life Sciences Scale-Up Fund (LSSUF)
Supports SMEs in commercializing and scaling life sciences innovations - Grant and FundingTax CreditsClosed
Township of Huron-Kinloss Community Improvement Plan
Supports local business and property improvementsEligible Funding- Varies by project
Eligible Industries- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
- Retail trade
- Real estate and rental and leasing
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
Types of eligible projectsCommercializationEnvironment and ClimateConstruction and Renovation InnovationDigital Transformation 
Tax CreditsOpenOntario Business Research Institute Tax Credit (OBRITC)
Refundable tax credit for Ontario research contracts
Grant and FundingOpenOntario Creates Business Intelligence Program
Supports industry research for Ontario creative sectorsFind tailored funding for your business
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Partnering and CollaborationGrant and FundingClosedChild Care Service Management Agreement
Support for licensed child care operators
Loans and Capital investmentsOpenVERGE Capital — Breakthrough Fund
Loans for social enterprises in Southwestern Ontario- Researchers And FacilitiesPartnering and CollaborationGrant and FundingClosed
WinterTech Development
Funding for winter mobility technology development - Grant and FundingLoans and Capital investmentsOpen
OCI — Ready 4 Market (R4M)
Co-investment for Ontario technology start-ups - Partnering and CollaborationGrant and FundingOpen
OVIN — TalentEdge Fellowship
Funding for automotive and smart mobility fellowshipsEligible Funding- From $35,000 to $70,000
- Up to 70% of project cost
Eligible Industries- Mining, quarrying, and oil and gas extraction
- Manufacturing
- Transportation and warehousing
- Professional, scientific and technical services
Types of eligible projectsCommercializationArtificial Intelligence (AI)TechnologyInnovation - Grant and FundingClosed
Mary Kay Ash Charitable Foundation Canada — General Funding
Supports women’s health and safety initiatives 
Partnering and CollaborationGrant and FundingClosedTali's Fund — Research and Family Support
Support for childhood brain cancer research and families
Grant and FundingWage Subsidies And InternsClosedEnhanced Support Funding (ESF)
Support for inclusive child care services
Other SupportGrant and FundingExpert AdviceClosedYork Region Water Saving and Protection Incentives For Businesses
Funding for business water-saving improvements
Grant and FundingClosedIncreasing Deadstock Capacity Initiative
Funding initiative for Ontario deadstock management and sustainability- Partnering and CollaborationGrant and FundingClosed
Curatorial Projects: Indigenous and Culturally Diverse
Support for Ontario curatorial exhibitions and mentorship 
Grant and FundingClosedFaculty Staff and Opportunity Grants
Funding for Sheridan College staff and faculty projects
Grant and FundingExpert AdviceClosedFellowship Program
Career and entrepreneurship training for recent graduates- Grant and FundingWage Subsidies And InternsOpen
Collaborate 2 Commercialize
Money for collaboration between public Academia and Industry 
- Other SupportResearchers And FacilitiesPartnering and CollaborationOpen
NRC — Laser processing and surface modification facility
Advanced laser manufacturing and surface technology support 
Partnering and CollaborationGrant and FundingClosedPartnership Program for Cultural Festivals and Events
Funding for cultural festivals and events- Grant and FundingClosed
Ontario — Biosecurity Enhancement Initiative
Biosecurity Enhancement Initiative supports agriculture and food sector resiliency 
Grant and FundingClosedMain Street Unionville Public Art Competition
Public art competition for professional artists
Partnering and CollaborationGrant and FundingClosedCall for Proposals in Horizon AI - Global Advantage
Co-investment for applied AI projectsEligible Funding- Maximum amount : 250,000 $
Eligible Industries- Utilities
- Transportation and warehousing
- Information and cultural industries
- Professional, scientific and technical services
Types of eligible projectsCommercializationArtificial Intelligence (AI)InnovationDigital Transformation- Grant and FundingClosed
Forest Sector Investment and Innovation Program
Funding for Ontario's forest sector innovation and productivity 
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- Partnering and CollaborationGrant and FundingWage Subsidies And InternsClosed
OCI — ENCQOR 5G Technology Development (SME) Program
Funding for Ontario SME 5G technology development 
Other SupportPartnering and CollaborationGrant and FundingLoans and Capital investmentsClosedPitch to the Chief™ | Policetech Innovation Competition
Competition for policing technology innovators- Other SupportGrant and FundingClosed
Retrofit Program - Agriculture Incentives
Incentives for energy-efficiency upgrades in Ontario 
Grant and FundingClosedSubsidized child care in Huron County
Child care cost support for Huron County families- Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 5,000 $
- Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
- Manufacturing
- Retail trade
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
Types of eligible projectsCommercializationConstruction and Renovation InnovationDigital Transformation 
Grant and FundingClosedSylva Gelber Music Foundation Awards
Funding for emerging classical music performers
Grant and FundingClosedGrant program for quality of life aimed at equipment acquisition
Support for essential mobility and safety equipment
Other SupportGrant and FundingClosedMeal Support Program
No-cost meal support for breast cancer patients
Grant and FundingClosedCentral Huron Municipal Donation Fund Program
Funding for community-based organizations- Grant and FundingClosed
Canada-Wide Early Learning and Child Care (CWELCC)
Affordable licensed child care support in Ontario 
Grant and FundingClosedCME’s Technology Investment Program
Funding for manufacturing technology investments- Grant and FundingClosed
Community Grant and Sponsorship Program
Funding for community-focused local initiatives 
Grant and FundingClosedCall for Artists: Every Child Matters bus wrap design 2025-2026
Create artwork for a regional bus wrap- Grant and FundingClosed
Skills Development Fund (SDF) — Training Stream
Supports workforce training and retention for Ontario organizations 
Grant and FundingClosedCritical Minerals Innovation Fund
Funding for innovative critical minerals projects in OntarioEligible Funding- Maximum amount : 500,000 $
- Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries- Mining, quarrying, and oil and gas extraction
- Manufacturing
- Professional, scientific and technical services
- Administrative and support, waste management and remediation services
Types of eligible projectsTechnologyEnvironment and ClimateInnovation
Grant and FundingClosedADAPT (2021) - Adapt Grants
Support for pandemic-related arts projects in Kingston- Grant and FundingTax CreditsLoans and Capital investmentsClosed
Ontario Home Energy Cost Management Programs
Programs to reduce home energy bills in Ontario 
Partnering and CollaborationGrant and FundingClosedCOVID-19 and Mental Health (CMH) Initiative
Rapid funding for COVID-19 mental health research
Partnering and CollaborationGrant and FundingExpert AdviceClosedRTO7 Partnership Program
Matching funding for tourism projects in BruceGreySimcoeEligible Funding- From $350 to $75,000
- Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries- Arts, entertainment and recreation
- Accommodation and food services
- Other services (except public administration)
- Public administration
Types of eligible projectsCommercializationEnvironment and ClimateHuman ResourcesBusiness BuyoutInnovationDigital Transformation- Grant and FundingOpen
Forest Biomass Program — Indigenous bioeconomy partnerships stream
Supports Indigenous forest biomass partnerships 
Other SupportGrant and FundingClosedCEDC Tourism Development Fund (TDF)
Funding for tourism projects and events in Thunder BayEligible Funding- Maximum amount : 500,000 $
- Up to 33% of project cost
Eligible Industries- Construction
- Retail trade
- Information and cultural industries
- Professional, scientific and technical services
Types of eligible projectsCommercializationConstruction and Renovation Innovation
- Other SupportResearchers And FacilitiesPartnering and CollaborationGrant and FundingExpert AdviceLoans and Capital investmentsClosed
Regional Development Program guidelines for business projects
Funding for business growth in Eastern and Southwestern Ontario