Innovation Grants Available in Ontario for 2026

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.

404 programs available

Grant and FundingLoans and Capital investmentsArchived
Strategic Jobs Investment Fund (SJIF)
Ministry of Economic Development, Job Creation and Trade (ON)
Supports high-value job creation and strategic business investments
Eligible Funding
Maximum amount : 7,000,000 $
Eligible Industries
Manufacturing
Information and cultural industries
Finance and insurance
Health care and social assistance
Types of eligible projects
CommercializationTechnologyEnvironment and ClimateHuman ResourcesInnovation
Ontario, Canada
Loans and Capital investmentsArchived
Advanced Manufacturing Investment Strategy (AMIS)
Ministry of Economic Development, Job Creation and Trade (ON)
Supports Ontario manufacturers investing in advanced technology and innovation
Eligible Funding
Maximum amount : 10,000,000 $
Up to 30% of project cost
Eligible Industries
Manufacturing
Types of eligible projects
TechnologyEnvironment and ClimateHuman ResourcesInnovation
Ontario, Canada
Grant and FundingArchived
Experience Ontario 2024
Ontario Ministry of Tourism, Culture and Gaming and Ministry of Sport
Funding for Ontario tourism festivals and events
Eligible Funding
Maximum amount : 125,000 $
Up to 50% of project cost
Types of eligible projects
Human ResourcesInnovation
Timeline
Closing date : January 11, 2024
Ontario, Canada
Grant and FundingArchived
Toronto Imagination, Manufacturing, Innovation and Technology (IMIT) Program
City of Toronto
Tax incentive supporting eligible commercial construction and expansion in Toronto
Eligible Funding
Up to 70% of project cost
Eligible Industries
Manufacturing
Wholesale trade
Information and cultural industries
Professional, scientific and technical services
Types of eligible projects
TechnologyConstruction and Renovation Innovation
Toronto, Ontario, Canada

Innovation Grants Available in Ontario for 2026

Strategic Jobs Investment Fund (SJIF)

Advanced Manufacturing Investment Strategy (AMIS)

Experience Ontario 2024

Toronto Imagination, Manufacturing, Innovation and Technology (IMIT) Program