Updated June 2026

Manufacturing Grants in Canada in 2026

Accelerate your growth with manufacturing grants. Automate, innovate, export.

Manufacturing grant programs are designed to support businesses in the manufacturing sector in Canada, by providing them with grant funding to help them grow and innovate. The program aims to strengthen the competitiveness of the manufacturing sector in Canada and create new opportunities for businesses in this sector. The program is funded by the Government of Canada and is administered by the Canadian government. Manufacturing Grants Program is an important resource for Canadian manufacturing businesses, providing them with the support they need to remain competitive in the global.

1337 programs available

Grant and FundingLoans and Capital investmentsOpen
MRC L'Érable — Local Solidarity Fund (LSF)
MRC L'Érable (MRC)
Financial support for business growth and start-up
Quebec, Canada
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 100,000 $
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
- Manufacturing
- Retail trade
- Other services (except public administration)
Types of eligible projects
CommercializationBusiness Buyout
Quebec, Canada
Loans and Capital investmentsOpen
MRC L'Islet — Local investment fund (FLI / FLS)
MRC de L'Islet (MRC)
Financing for business development projects
Quebec, Canada
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 150,000 $
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
- Mining, quarrying, and oil and gas extraction
- Utilities
- Manufacturing
Types of eligible projects
Construction and Renovation Business Buyout
Quebec, Canada
Grant and FundingOpen
MRC L'Islet — SME Propulsion Measurement
MRC de L'Islet (MRC)
Support for SME growth in MRC de L'Islet
Saint-Jean-Port-Joli, Quebec, Canada
Eligible Funding
- From $3,000 to $40,000
- Up to 80% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Manufacturing
- Accommodation and food services
Types of eligible projects
CommercializationTechnologyEnvironment and ClimateConstruction and Renovation Business BuyoutInnovation
Saint-Jean-Port-Joli, Quebec, Canada
Loans and Capital investmentsOpen
MRC La Côte-de-Beaupré — Local Investment Fund (FLI) – Succession Stream
Développement Côte-de-Beaupré, MRC La Côte-de-Beaupré
Financing for business succession and ownership transfer
Beaupre, Quebec, Canada
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 150,000 $
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
- Construction
- Manufacturing
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
Types of eligible projects
Business Buyout
Beaupre, Quebec, Canada
Loans and Capital investmentsOpen
MRC La Haute-Côte-Nord — FLI/FLS
MRC La Haute-Côte-Nord (MRC)
Economic support for sustainable business development in MRC
Quebec, Canada
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 150,000 $
- Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
- Manufacturing
- Transportation and warehousing
- Professional, scientific and technical services
Types of eligible projects
CommercializationEnvironment and ClimateBusiness BuyoutDigital Transformation
Quebec, Canada
Loans and Capital investmentsOpen
MRC La Nouvelle-Beauce — Local investment and solidarity funds (FLI and FLS)
MRC de La Nouvelle-Beauce (MRC), Développement économique Nouvelle-Beauce (DENB)
Loan financing for business growth and succession
Quebec, Canada
Eligible Funding
- From $10,000 to $250,000
Eligible Industries
- Manufacturing
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
- Accommodation and food services
Types of eligible projects
Construction and Renovation Business Buyout
Quebec, Canada
Loans and Capital investmentsOpen
MRC La Vallée-de-l'Or — Local Investment Funds FLI-FLS
MRC La Vallée-de-l'Or (MRCVO)
Local financing for business projects in La Vallée-de-l'Or
Val-d'Or, Quebec, Canada
Eligible Funding
- From $5,000 to $150,000
- Up to 80% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Mining, quarrying, and oil and gas extraction
- Manufacturing
- Wholesale trade
- Retail trade
Types of eligible projects
CommercializationEnvironment and ClimateConstruction and Renovation Business BuyoutInnovationDigital Transformation
Val-d'Or, Quebec, Canada
Grant and FundingOpen
MRC La Vallée-de-l’Or — Reimbursement – Public Market Booth Rental Fees
MRC La Vallée-de-l'Or (MRCVO)
Booth rental reimbursement for public market participation
Malartic, Senneterre, Val-d'Or, Quebec
Eligible Funding
- Up to 100% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Manufacturing
- Wholesale trade
- Retail trade
- Accommodation and food services
Types of eligible projects
Environment and Climate
Malartic, Senneterre, Val-d'Or, Quebec
Grant and FundingLoans and Capital investmentsOpen
MRC Les Etchemins — Local investment fund and local solidarity fund
MRC des Etchemins (MRC)
Financing for business growth and start-up
Quebec, Canada
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 200,000 $
- Up to 90% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Construction
- Manufacturing
- Professional, scientific and technical services
- Educational services
Types of eligible projects
Business Buyout
Quebec, Canada
Loans and Capital investmentsOpen
MRC Les Moulins — FLI/FLS
MRC Les Moulins (MRC)
Financing for business growth and succession
Mascouche, Terrebonne, Quebec
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 300,000 $
- Up to 80% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Manufacturing
- Wholesale trade
- Retail trade
- Accommodation and food services
Types of eligible projects
CommercializationTechnologyEnvironment and ClimateConstruction and Renovation Human ResourcesBusiness BuyoutDigital Transformation
Mascouche, Terrebonne, Quebec
Grant and FundingOpen
MRC Les Moulins — Futurpreneur Canada
MRC Les Moulins (MRC)
Funding support for young entrepreneurs in Les Moulins
Quebec, Canada
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 6,000 $
Eligible Industries
- Manufacturing
- Retail trade
- Professional, scientific and technical services
- Administrative and support, waste management and remediation services
Types of eligible projects
Business Buyout
Quebec, Canada
Grant and FundingExpert AdviceLoans and Capital investmentsOpen
MRC Marguerite-D'Youville — Local investment and solidarity funds (FLI and FLS)
MRC de Marguerite-D'Youville (MRCMDY)
Business financing for growth and succession
Quebec, Canada
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 300,000 $
- Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Manufacturing
- Information and cultural industries
- Professional, scientific and technical services
- Health care and social assistance
Types of eligible projects
CommercializationEnvironment and ClimateConstruction and Renovation Business BuyoutInnovationDigital Transformation
Quebec, Canada
Loans and Capital investmentsOpen
MRC Maskinongé — Local Investment Fund (FLI) and Solidarity Fund (FLS)
MRC de Maskinongé (MRC)
Funding for business growth and succession
Quebec, Canada
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
- Manufacturing
- Professional, scientific and technical services
Types of eligible projects
CommercializationConstruction and Renovation Business BuyoutDigital Transformation
Quebec, Canada
Grant and FundingExpert AdviceOpen
MRC Maskinongé — Young Entrepreneurs
MRC de Maskinongé (MRC)
Financial support for young business owners
Quebec, Canada
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 14,000 $
- Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Manufacturing
- Professional, scientific and technical services
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
- Accommodation and food services
Types of eligible projects
Business BuyoutInnovation
Quebec, Canada
Loans and Capital investmentsOpen
MRC Matawinie — Local investment fund
MRC de Matawinie (SADC)
Financing for business growth and succession
Quebec, Canada
Eligible Funding
- From $1,000 to $150,000
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
- Manufacturing
- Wholesale trade
- Retail trade
Types of eligible projects
CommercializationConstruction and Renovation Business BuyoutDigital Transformation
Quebec, Canada
Expert AdviceLoans and Capital investmentsOpen
MRC Rimouski-Neigette — Local Investment Fund
MRC Rimouski-Neigette
Financing for business growth and succession
Rimouski, Quebec, Canada
Eligible Funding
- From $10,000 to $150,000
- Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Manufacturing
- Retail trade
- Information and cultural industries
- Professional, scientific and technical services
Types of eligible projects
CommercializationConstruction and Renovation Business BuyoutDigital Transformation
Rimouski, Quebec, Canada
Loans and Capital investmentsOpen
MRC Roussillon — Local investment and solidarity funds (FLI and FLS)
MRC de Roussillon
Supports entrepreneurial growth and economic development in Quebec
Quebec, Canada
Eligible Funding
- From $5,000 to $250,000
- Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Manufacturing
- Wholesale trade
- Retail trade
- Professional, scientific and technical services
Types of eligible projects
Construction and Renovation Business Buyout
Quebec, Canada
Grant and FundingExpert AdviceLoans and Capital investmentsOpen
MRC Sept-Rivières — Support for entrepreneurship (SE)
MRC de Sept-Rivières (MRC)
Financial support for local entrepreneurs and social economy projects
Quebec, Canada
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 150,000 $
- Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
- Manufacturing
- Information and cultural industries
- Accommodation and food services
Types of eligible projects
Business Buyout
Quebec, Canada
Loans and Capital investmentsOpen
MRC Témiscamingue — Business Succession Loan
MRC Témiscamingue (MRCT)
Financing for business succession in Témiscamingue
Temiscaming, Quebec, Canada
Eligible Funding
- From $5,000 to $150,000
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
- Manufacturing
- Retail trade
- Other services (except public administration)
Types of eligible projects
Business Buyout
Temiscaming, Quebec, Canada
Loans and Capital investmentsOpen
MRC Témiscamingue — Investment Fund Loan
MRC Témiscamingue (MRCT)
Financing for business growth and succession
Quebec, Canada
Eligible Funding
- From $5,000 to $150,000
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
- Manufacturing
- Retail trade
Types of eligible projects
Business Buyout
Quebec, Canada
Loans and Capital investmentsOpen
MRC Témiscamingue — Local Investment Fund Loan
MRC Témiscamingue (MRCT)
Financing for business start-up and expansion
Temiscaming, Quebec, Canada
Eligible Funding
- From $5,000 to $150,000
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
- Manufacturing
- Retail trade
- Other services (except public administration)
Types of eligible projects
Business Buyout
Temiscaming, Quebec, Canada
Expert AdviceLoans and Capital investmentsOpen
MRC Témiscamingue — Youth Strategy Loan
MRC Témiscamingue (MRCT)
Financing for young entrepreneurs in Témiscamingue
Temiscaming, Quebec, Canada
Eligible Funding
- From $5,000 to $150,000
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
- Manufacturing
Types of eligible projects
Construction and Renovation Business Buyout
Temiscaming, Quebec, Canada
Partnering and CollaborationGrant and FundingOpen
MTRIC — INNOV-R
Metal Transformation Research and Innovation Consortium (MTRIC)
Targets collaborative industrial research to reduce GHG emissions
Quebec, Canada
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 1,500,000 $
- Up to 40% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Mining, quarrying, and oil and gas extraction
- Manufacturing
Types of eligible projects
Environment and ClimateInnovation
Quebec, Canada
Grant and FundingOpen
MTRIC — PSO Large companies
Metal Transformation Research and Innovation Consortium (MTRIC)
Funding for collaborative metal research projects
Quebec, Canada
Eligible Funding
- From $200,000 to $1,500,000
- Up to 40% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Manufacturing
Types of eligible projects
TechnologyInnovation
Quebec, Canada
Grant and FundingOpen
Northern Ontario Development Program — Community Economic Development
Federal Economic Development Agency for Northern Ontario (FedNor), Community Futures Oxford
Funding for Northern Ontario community economic development
Ontario, Canada
Eligible Funding
- Up to 33% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
- Mining, quarrying, and oil and gas extraction
- Utilities
- Manufacturing
Types of eligible projects
Innovation
Ontario, Canada
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Grant and FundingOpen
Beauce-Centre MRC — Optimization Assistance Program
MRC Beauce-Centre
Offers business optimization support in Beauce-Centre region
Quebec, Canada
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 25,000 $
- Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
- Manufacturing
Types of eligible projects
TechnologyInnovation
Quebec, Canada
Other SupportResearchers And FacilitiesExpert AdviceOpen
OPZI – Innovation in optics and photonics
Optech
Accelerated R&D support for optics photonics and quantum innovation
Quebec, Canada
Eligible Funding
- Up to 40% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Manufacturing
- Professional, scientific and technical services
Types of eligible projects
Artificial Intelligence (AI)TechnologyInnovation
Quebec, Canada
Grant and FundingOpen
PME MTL — Digital Circuit Program
PME MTL (PME)
Support in digital transformation for Montreal SMEs
Montreal, Quebec, Canada
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 9,000 $
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
- Manufacturing
- Information and cultural industries
- Other services (except public administration)
Types of eligible projects
Montreal, Quebec, Canada
Loans and Capital investmentsOpen
PME MTL — Innovation Investment Fund
PME MTL (PME)
Loans for Montreal innovation projects
Montreal, Quebec, Canada
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 150,000 $
- Up to 80% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Manufacturing
- Information and cultural industries
- Professional, scientific and technical services
Types of eligible projects
CommercializationInnovation
Montreal, Quebec, Canada
Grant and FundingExpert AdviceOpen
Podium Manufacturier
Sous-traitance industrielle Québec (STIQ)
Supports Quebec manufacturing SMEs' performance and efficiency
Quebec, Canada
Eligible Funding
- From $40,000 to $70,000
Eligible Industries
- Manufacturing
Types of eligible projects
Human ResourcesInnovation
Quebec, Canada
Grant and FundingOpen
PrairiesCan — Regional Economic Growth through Innovation — Business Scale-Up and Productivity
Prairies Economic Development Canada (PrairiesCan)
Financing to accelerate growth in the Prairies
Alberta, Manitoba, Saskatchewan, Canada
Eligible Funding
- From $200,000 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
Types of eligible projects
Commercialization
Alberta, Manitoba, Saskatchewan, Canada
Researchers And FacilitiesPartnering and CollaborationGrant and FundingOpen
PROMPT — GHG reduction – Academic component
PROMPT
Supports collaborative research projects reducing greenhouse gas emissions
Quebec, Canada
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 1,500,000 $
- Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Utilities
- Manufacturing
- Professional, scientific and technical services
- Educational services
Types of eligible projects
TechnologyEnvironment and ClimateInnovation
Quebec, Canada
Grant and FundingOpen
Regional Homebuilding Innovation Initiative (RHII) in the Prairie Provinces
Prairies Economic Development Canada (PrairiesCan)
Supports innovative housing solutions in the Prairie provinces
Alberta, Manitoba, Saskatchewan, Canada
Eligible Funding
- From $200,000 to $5,000,000
- Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Construction
- Manufacturing
Types of eligible projects
Environment and ClimateInnovation
Alberta, Manitoba, Saskatchewan, Canada
Grant and FundingOpen
Retrofit Program
Independent Electricity System Operator (IESO), Pillar Nonprofit Network, Save on Energy (SOE)
Financial incentives for energy efficiency upgrades reducing electricity use
Ontario, Canada
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 250,000 $
- Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
- Manufacturing
- Educational services
- Health care and social assistance
Types of eligible projects
TechnologyEnvironment and Climate
Ontario, Canada
Grant and FundingOpen
Rio Tinto Aluminium Valley Fund
Société de la Vallée de l’Aluminium (SVA)
Support for aluminum project development in Saguenay-Lac-Saint-Jean
Saguenay, Quebec, Canada
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 25,000 $
- Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Manufacturing
Types of eligible projects
CommercializationEnvironment and ClimateInnovation
Saguenay, Quebec, Canada
Loans and Capital investmentsOpen
Rouyn-Noranda — FLI Succession
CLD Rouyn-Noranda (CLDRN)
Financing for business succession in Rouyn-Noranda
Rouyn-Noranda, Quebec, Canada
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 250,000 $
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
- Manufacturing
- Retail trade
- Accommodation and food services
Types of eligible projects
CommercializationTechnologyConstruction and Renovation Business BuyoutDigital Transformation
Rouyn-Noranda, Quebec, Canada
Loans and Capital investmentsOpen
Rouyn-Noranda — FLI-FLS – Entrepreneurial Succession
CLD Rouyn-Noranda (CLDRN)
Financing for business succession projects
Rouyn-Noranda, Quebec, Canada
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 250,000 $
- Up to 5% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
- Manufacturing
- Accommodation and food services
Types of eligible projects
CommercializationEnvironment and ClimateConstruction and Renovation Business BuyoutDigital Transformation
Rouyn-Noranda, Quebec, Canada
Expert AdviceLoans and Capital investmentsOpen
Rouyn-Noranda — Local Investment (FLI) and Solidarity (FLS) Funds
CLD Rouyn-Noranda (CLDRN)
Financing for business growth and succession
Rouyn-Noranda, Quebec, Canada
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 250,000 $
- Up to 5% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
- Manufacturing
- Retail trade
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
Types of eligible projects
CommercializationTechnologyEnvironment and ClimateConstruction and Renovation Business BuyoutDigital Transformation
Rouyn-Noranda, Quebec, Canada
Grant and FundingOpen
Saguenay Promotion — FRR – Business Support
Promotion Saguenay
Supports business startup, acquisition, expansion, and succession projects
Saguenay, Quebec, Canada
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 20,000 $
- Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
- Mining, quarrying, and oil and gas extraction
- Utilities
- Construction
Types of eligible projects
CommercializationTechnologyHuman ResourcesBusiness BuyoutInnovation
Saguenay, Quebec, Canada
Grant and FundingOpen
Saint-Hyacinthe Technopole — MADE
Saint-Hyacinthe Technopole
Support for local business start-ups
Saint-Hyacinthe, Quebec, Canada
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 10,000 $
Eligible Industries
- Manufacturing
- Retail trade
- Other services (except public administration)
- Public administration
Types of eligible projects
Business Buyout
Saint-Hyacinthe, Quebec, Canada
Tax CreditsOpen
Saskatchewan Commercial Innovation Incentive (SCII)
Government of Saskatchewan
Tax incentive for IP commercialization
Saskatchewan, Canada
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
- Manufacturing
- Information and cultural industries
- Professional, scientific and technical services
Types of eligible projects
CommercializationInnovation
Saskatchewan, Canada
Loans and Capital investmentsOpen
SDE Thetford — Local Investment Fund (LIF)
Thetford Region Economic Development Corporation
Business loans for startups, growth, and productivity in Thetford
Quebec, Canada
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 300,000 $
- Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
- Mining, quarrying, and oil and gas extraction
- Utilities
- Construction
Types of eligible projects
Business BuyoutDigital Transformation
Quebec, Canada
Tax CreditsOpen
Tax credit for shipbuilding
Revenu Québec
Tax incentive supporting shipbuilding and naval innovation in Quebec
Quebec, Canada
Eligible Funding
- Up to 38% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Manufacturing
- Transportation and warehousing
Types of eligible projects
TechnologyEnvironment and ClimateInnovation
Quebec, Canada
Partnering and CollaborationGrant and FundingOpen
Technology Leadership: Genomics stream
Protein Industries Canada (PIC)
Supports commercialization of genomics-driven crop variety innovation
Canada
Eligible Funding
- Up to 45% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
- Manufacturing
Types of eligible projects
TechnologyInnovation
Canada
Other SupportOpen
Temporary Foreign Worker Program (TFW) — Positions in QC
Employment and Social Development Canada (ESDC)
Skilled foreign workers for Quebec companies
Quebec, Canada
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
- Construction
- Manufacturing
- Retail trade
Types of eligible projects
Human Resources
Quebec, Canada
Other SupportPartnering and CollaborationLoans and Capital investmentsOpen
Ventures at Coralus
Coralus
Community capital for impact-driven ventures
Ontario, Canada
Eligible Funding
- Up to 45% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Manufacturing
- Health care and social assistance
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
- Other services (except public administration)
Types of eligible projects
Environment and ClimateInnovation
Ontario, Canada
Other SupportGrant and FundingExpert AdviceOpen
Ville de La Tuque — RRF stream 2 - Support for local and regional development skills
Ville de La Tuque
Support for local business development in La Tuque
La Tuque, Quebec, Canada
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 25,000 $
- Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
- Construction
- Manufacturing
- Retail trade
Types of eligible projects
Construction and Renovation
La Tuque, Quebec, Canada
Loans and Capital investmentsOpen
MRC Domaine-du-Roy — Local Investment Fund (LIF)
MRC Domaine-du-Roy (MRC)
Local business financing for growth and succession
Quebec, Canada
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 100,000 $
- Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
- Utilities
- Manufacturing
- Information and cultural industries
Types of eligible projects
CommercializationBusiness BuyoutDigital Transformation
Quebec, Canada
Grant and FundingOpen
Accelerate Fund
Yaletown Partners
Early investment and coaching for Alberta startups
Alberta, Canada
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
Expert AdviceOpen
Accelerate Program for Quebec Emerging Companies
adMare Bioinnovations
Support for Therapeutics, Med-Tech and Digital Health innovators
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
Quebec, Canada
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Grant and FundingOpen
ACOA — Regional Homebuilding Innovation Initiative (REGI)
Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency (ACOA)
Supporting innovative housing solutions and construction technologies in Canada
NB, NL, NS, PE, Canada
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Eligible Industries
- Construction
- Manufacturing
- Educational services
- Public administration
Types of eligible projects
Environment and ClimateConstruction and Renovation
NB, NL, NS, PE, Canada
Other SupportOpen
ACOA Industrial and Technological Benefits policy
Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency (ACOA)
Help with defence procurement for Atlantic contractors
NB, NL, NS, PE, Canada
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Eligible Industries
- Manufacturing
- Professional, scientific and technical services
- Administrative and support, waste management and remediation services
- Educational services
Types of eligible projects
NB, NL, NS, PE, Canada
Grant and FundingOpen
ACOA Jobs and Growth Fund — For Profit
Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency (ACOA)
Support for jobs and long-term business growth
NB, NL, NS, PE, Canada
Eligible Funding
- Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Manufacturing
- Health care and social assistance
Types of eligible projects
NB, NL, NS, PE, Canada
Grant and FundingOpen
Addressing the Agriculture Labour Task Force Grant Program — Stream 2
Agriculture for Life
Enhancing HR skills in agriculture to reduce worker turnover
Alberta, Canada
Eligible Funding
- From $5,000 to $30,000
- Up to 90% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
- Manufacturing
Types of eligible projects
Human Resources
Alberta, Canada
Tax CreditsOpen
Advanced Marine Technology Tax Rebate
Innovation PEI (PEI)
Tax rebate for advanced marine technology companies
PE, Canada
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Eligible Industries
- Manufacturing
- Professional, scientific and technical services
Types of eligible projects
CommercializationInnovation
PE, Canada
Grant and FundingOpen
Advancing Agri-Food Processing
Government of New Brunswick, Aquaculture and Fisheries (NB), Sustainable Canadian Agricultural Partnership (SCAP)
New Brunswick agri-food product development funding
NB, Canada
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 50,000 $
- Up to 30% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
- Manufacturing
Types of eligible projects
Innovation
NB, Canada
Expert AdviceOpen
Advisory Services Program — Component 1 - Support for the use of advisory services by businesses
Agriconseils, Government of Québec
Financial support for expert advisory services
Quebec, Canada
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
- Manufacturing
- Educational services
- Other services (except public administration)
Types of eligible projects
CommercializationEnvironment and ClimateHuman Resources
Quebec, Canada
Grant and FundingExpert AdviceOpen
Advisory Services Program — Component 2 – Support for the dissemination of information and business co-development activities
Government of Québec, Agriconseils
Supports information sharing and business co-development activities
Quebec, Canada
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 9,500 $
- Up to 75% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
- Manufacturing
Types of eligible projects
Commercialization
Quebec, Canada
Other SupportPartnering and CollaborationGrant and FundingExpert AdviceOpen
Advisory Services Program — Component 3 – Support for the development of advisors’ skills and expertise
Government of Québec, Agriconseils
Funding for advisor skills and expertise
Quebec, Canada
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 100,000 $
- Up to 80% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
- Manufacturing
- Professional, scientific and technical services
- Educational services
Types of eligible projects
CommercializationTechnologyEnvironment and Climate
Quebec, Canada
Grant and FundingOpen
Aero Montreal — Accelerator 360°
Aéro Montreal
Growth support for Québec aerospace SMEs expanding into global markets
Montreal, Quebec, Canada
Eligible Funding
- Up to 63% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Manufacturing
- Transportation and warehousing
Types of eligible projects
Technology
Montreal, Quebec, Canada
Expert AdviceOpen
Aero Montreal — StartAéro 360°
Aéro Montreal
Commercialization help for Quebec aerospace SMEs
Montreal, Quebec, Canada
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Eligible Industries
- Manufacturing
- Transportation and warehousing
- Professional, scientific and technical services
Types of eligible projects
CommercializationTechnologyInnovation
Montreal, Quebec, Canada
Tax CreditsOpen
Aerospace Tax Holiday
Government of Prince Edward Island (PEI), Innovation PEI (PEI)
No corporate tax for aerospace and defence employers in PEI
PE, Canada
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Eligible Industries
- Manufacturing
Types of eligible projects
Business Buyout
PE, Canada
Grant and FundingExpert AdviceLoans and Capital investmentsWage Subsidies And InternsOpen
Agri-food Funding
Minister of Industry, Tourism and Investment (NWT) (ITI), Sustainable Canadian Agricultural Partnership (SCAP)
Funds NWT agriculture initiatives improving competitiveness innovation and resilience
NT, Canada
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 250,000 $
- Up to 100% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
- Manufacturing
Types of eligible projects
CommercializationEnvironment and ClimateHuman ResourcesInnovation
NT, Canada
Expert AdviceOpen
Agri-Food Trade Services for Exporters
Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada (AAFC)
Agri-food international trade assistance
Canada
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
- Manufacturing
- Wholesale trade
- Retail trade
Types of eligible projects
Canada
Grant and FundingOpen
Agri-processing Productivity Improvement
Department of Agriculture of Manitoba
Supports agri-processing productivity upgrades
Manitoba, Canada
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 10,000 $
- Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Manufacturing
Types of eligible projects
InnovationDigital Transformation
Manitoba, Canada
Grant and FundingOpen
AgriAssurance Program — Kosher and Halal Investment – For-profit
Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada (AAFC)
Funding for kosher and halal certification
Canada
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 50,000 $
- Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
- Manufacturing
Types of eligible projects
Environment and Climate
Canada
Grant and FundingOpen
AgriAssurance Program — Kosher and Halal Investment – Not-for-profit
Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada (AAFC)
Funding for national assurance system projects
Canada
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 350,000 $
- Up to 75% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
- Manufacturing
Types of eligible projects
Commercialization
Canada
Loans and Capital investmentsOpen
Agribusiness Financing
Farm Credit Canada (FCC)
Financing for Canadian agribusinesses
Canada
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
- Manufacturing
- Wholesale trade
- Transportation and warehousing
Types of eligible projects
Construction and Renovation Business Buyout
Canada
Grant and FundingOpen
AgriMarketing Program — Kosher and Halal Investment
Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada (AAFC)
Supports kosher and halal red meat market development
Canada
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 2,000,000 $
- Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
- Manufacturing
- Wholesale trade
Types of eligible projects
Commercialization
Canada
Grant and FundingOpen
AgriMarketing Program — National Industry Associations
Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada (AAFC)
Funding to increase international agrimarket opportunities
Canada
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 2,000,000 $
- Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
- Manufacturing
- Wholesale trade
Types of eligible projects
CommercializationEnvironment and Climate
Canada
Grant and FundingOpen
AgriScience Program — Projects – Not-for-profit
Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada (AAFC)
Pre-commercial agriculture innovation funding
Canada
Eligible Funding
- Up to 70% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
- Manufacturing
- Professional, scientific and technical services
Types of eligible projects
Environment and ClimateInnovation
Canada
Grant and FundingOpen
AgriScience Program — Projects — for-profit organizations
Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada (AAFC)
Funding for pre-commercial agriculture innovation
Canada
Eligible Funding
- Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
- Manufacturing
Types of eligible projects
Innovation
Canada
Tax CreditsOpen
Alberta Agri-Processing Investment Tax Credit (APITC)
Government of Alberta, Alberta Sport, Physical Activity and Recreation Branch
Tax credit for large investments in Alberta agri-processing facilities
Alberta, Canada
Eligible Funding
- Up to 12% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
- Manufacturing
Types of eligible projects
Innovation
Alberta, Canada
Grant and FundingExpert AdviceOpen
Alberta Innovates — Clean Resources
Alberta Innovates
Fosters economic growth, environmental sustainability, and innovation
Alberta, Canada
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 2,000,000 $
- Up to 25% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
- Mining, quarrying, and oil and gas extraction
- Utilities
- Manufacturing
Types of eligible projects
CommercializationTechnologyEnvironment and ClimateInnovation
Alberta, Canada
Grant and FundingOpen
Alberta Innovates — Energy Storage and Minerals
Alberta Innovates
Support for energy storage and critical minerals innovation
Alberta, Canada
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 2,000,000 $
- Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Mining, quarrying, and oil and gas extraction
- Utilities
- Manufacturing
- Administrative and support, waste management and remediation services
Types of eligible projects
CommercializationTechnologyEnvironment and ClimateInnovation
Alberta, Canada
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Expert AdviceOpen
Alberta Innovates — Technology Development Advisors (TDA)
Government of Alberta, Alberta Innovates
Free advice for Alberta tech SMEs
Alberta, Canada
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
- Mining, quarrying, and oil and gas extraction
- Construction
- Manufacturing
Types of eligible projects
CommercializationTechnologyInnovation
Alberta, Canada
Grant and FundingOpen
Alberta Petrochemicals Incentive Program (APIP)
Government of Alberta
Supports Alberta petrochemical investment projects
Alberta, Canada
Eligible Funding
- Up to 12% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Manufacturing
Types of eligible projects
TechnologyEnvironment and Climate
Alberta, Canada
Tax CreditsOpen
Apprenticeship Job Creation Tax Credit (AJCTC)
Canada Revenue Agency (CRA)
Tax credit for hiring apprentices
Canada
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 2,000 $
- Up to 10% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Construction
- Manufacturing
- Transportation and warehousing
Types of eligible projects
Canada
Grant and FundingOpen
Assurance Systems Program
Government of Prince Edward Island (PEI), Department of Agriculture and Land (PEI), Sustainable Canadian Agricultural Partnership (SCAP)
Funds for risk management on Prince Edward Island farms
Charlottetown, PE, Canada
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Eligible Industries
- Manufacturing
Types of eligible projects
Environment and ClimateHuman Resources
Charlottetown, PE, Canada
Grant and FundingOpen
Atlantic Fisheries Fund – Atlantic innovation, infrastructure or science partnerships funding
Fisheries and Oceans Canada (DFO)
Funding for Atlantic fish and seafood sector projects
NB, NL, NS, PE, Canada
Eligible Funding
- Up to 70% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
- Manufacturing
- Professional, scientific and technical services
- Educational services
Types of eligible projects
Innovation
NB, NL, NS, PE, Canada
Grant and FundingOpen
Atlantic Fisheries Fund — Innovation
Fisheries and Oceans Canada (DFO)
Supports innovation, infrastructure, and science partnerships in Atlantic fisheries
NB, NL, NS, PE, Canada
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
- Manufacturing
- Professional, scientific and technical services
Types of eligible projects
Environment and ClimateInnovation
NB, NL, NS, PE, Canada
Grant and FundingOpen
Atlantic Fisheries Fund — Science Partnerships
Fisheries and Oceans Canada (DFO)
Support for Atlantic fisheries innovation and research
NB, NL, NS, PE, Canada
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
- Manufacturing
- Professional, scientific and technical services
Types of eligible projects
TechnologyEnvironment and ClimateInnovation
NB, NL, NS, PE, Canada
Tax CreditsOpen
Atlantic Investment Tax Credit
Canada Revenue Agency (CRA)
Tax credit for eligible Atlantic investments
NB, NL, NS, PE, Canada
Eligible Funding
- Up to 10% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
- Mining, quarrying, and oil and gas extraction
- Utilities
- Manufacturing
Types of eligible projects
Environment and Climate
NB, NL, NS, PE, Canada
Tax CreditsOpen
BC Small Business Venture Capital Program
Government of British Columbia (BC)
Tax credits for B.C. small business investment
BC, Canada
Eligible Funding
- From $25,000 to $10,000,000
- Up to 30% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Manufacturing
- Information and cultural industries
- Professional, scientific and technical services
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
Types of eligible projects
CommercializationTechnologyEnvironment and ClimateInnovationDigital Transformation
BC, Canada
Expert AdviceOpen
BDC Advisory Services — Financial Management
Business Development Bank of Canada (BDC)
Guidance to better manage your cash flow
Canada
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Eligible Industries
- Manufacturing
- Retail trade
Types of eligible projects
CommercializationHuman ResourcesDigital Transformation
Canada
Expert AdviceOpen
BDC Advisory Services — Certifications
Business Development Bank of Canada (BDC)
Guidance towards a successful certification
Canada
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Eligible Industries
- Manufacturing
- Information and cultural industries
- Accommodation and food services
Types of eligible projects
Environment and ClimateHuman ResourcesDigital Transformation
Canada
Expert AdviceOpen
BDC Advisory Services — Operational Efficiency
Business Development Bank of Canada (BDC)
Advice to optimize operations and profits
Canada
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Eligible Industries
- Manufacturing
- Professional, scientific and technical services
- Administrative and support, waste management and remediation services
Types of eligible projects
Innovation
Canada
Loans and Capital investmentsOpen
BDC Capital — Growth Equity Partner
Business Development Bank of Canada (BDC)
Equity investment for Canadian growth businesses
Canada
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Eligible Industries
- Construction
- Manufacturing
- Wholesale trade
- Retail trade
Types of eligible projects
Innovation
Canada
Grant and FundingOpen
BDC Capital — Intellectual Property-Backed Financing
Business Development Bank of Canada (BDC)
Capital and expertise to expand your business
Canada
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Eligible Industries
- Manufacturing
- Information and cultural industries
- Professional, scientific and technical services
Types of eligible projects
Innovation
Canada
Loans and Capital investmentsOpen
BDC Capital — Venture Capital
Business Development Bank of Canada (BDC)
Venture capital for Canadian technology companies
Canada
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Eligible Industries
- Utilities
- Manufacturing
- Transportation and warehousing
- Information and cultural industries
Types of eligible projects
CommercializationArtificial Intelligence (AI)TechnologyEnvironment and ClimateDigital Transformation
Canada
Loans and Capital investmentsOpen
BDC Financing — Purchase Order Loan
Business Development Bank of Canada (BDC)
Purchase order financing for entrepreneurs
Canada
Eligible Funding
- From $100,000 to $750,000
- Up to 90% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Manufacturing
- Wholesale trade
- Retail trade
- Transportation and warehousing
Types of eligible projects
Innovation
Canada
Tax CreditsOpen
Benefiting from a tax holiday for a large investment project
Government of Québec
Tax relief for major Québec investments
Quebec, Canada
Eligible Funding
- Up to 25% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
- Mining, quarrying, and oil and gas extraction
- Manufacturing
- Wholesale trade
Types of eligible projects
Construction and Renovation InnovationDigital Transformation
Quebec, Canada
Other SupportResearchers And FacilitiesPartnering and CollaborationGrant and FundingExpert AdviceOpen
BioCreate Program
Ontario Genomics
Funding and mentorship for Ontario biotech SMEs
Ontario, Canada
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 150,000 $
Eligible Industries
- Manufacturing
- Professional, scientific and technical services
- Health care and social assistance
Types of eligible projects
CommercializationTechnologyInnovation
Ontario, Canada
Researchers And FacilitiesPartnering and CollaborationGrant and FundingOpen
Biofood Innovation Program
Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries and Food (MAPAQ)
Support for biofood innovation and knowledge transfer
Quebec, Canada
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 710,000 $
- Up to 80% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
- Manufacturing
Types of eligible projects
CommercializationTechnology
Quebec, Canada
Grant and FundingOpen
Biofuels Production Incentive
Natural Resources Canada (NRCan)
Per-litre support for biodiesel and renewable diesel production
Canada
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Eligible Industries
- Manufacturing
Types of eligible projects
Environment and Climate
Canada
Other SupportPartnering and CollaborationExpert AdviceLoans and Capital investmentsOpen
Bioindustrial Innovation Canada
Bioindustrial Innovation Canada (BIC)
Commercialization support for sustainable SMEs
Canada
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
- Manufacturing
- Professional, scientific and technical services
Types of eligible projects
CommercializationEnvironment and ClimateInnovationDigital Transformation
Canada
Tax CreditsOpen
British Columbia shipbuilding and ship repair industry tax credit
Government of British Columbia (BC), BC Ministry of Finance
Refundable tax credit for shipbuilding employers
BC, Canada
Eligible Funding
- From $5,250 to $7,875
- Up to 30.000002% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Manufacturing
Types of eligible projects
Construction and Renovation
BC, Canada
Grant and FundingOpen
Business Development Program — Commercial Component
Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency (ACOA)
Support for business growth in Atlantic Canada
NB, NL, NS, PE, Canada
Eligible Funding
- Up to 75% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Manufacturing
- Other services (except public administration)
Types of eligible projects
Commercialization
NB, NL, NS, PE, Canada
Grant and FundingOpen
Business Development Program (BDP)
Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency (ACOA), Government of Canada
Financial support for business growth in Atlantic Canada
NB, NL, NS, PE, Canada
Eligible Funding
- Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Manufacturing
- Retail trade
- Other services (except public administration)
Types of eligible projects
CommercializationTechnologyEnvironment and ClimateHuman Resources
NB, NL, NS, PE, Canada
Grant and FundingOpen
Business Growth — Attracting and retaining talent
Quebec City
Funding for business projects to attract, train and retain talent
Quebec City, Quebec, Canada
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 250,000 $
- Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Manufacturing
- Information and cultural industries
- Professional, scientific and technical services
- Health care and social assistance
Types of eligible projects
Human Resources
Quebec City, Quebec, Canada

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