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Manufacturing Grants and Funding in Manitoba for 2026

Manufacturers in Manitoba can access a wide range of government grants, subsidies, tax credits, and non-repayable contributions to invest in equipment, automation, training, export development, clean technology, and R&D. This directory explains the major federal and provincial programs relevant to Winnipeg, Brandon, Portage la Prairie, Steinbach, Selkirk, Thompson, and rural regions. It also outlines eligibility criteria, matching funds, application steps, and strategic tips to maximize approval chances.

36 programs
  • Prairies Economic Development Canada (PrairiesCan) logo
    Grant and FundingLoans and Capital investmentsOpen

    Regional Defence Investment Initiative (RDII) in the Prairie provinces

    Prairies Economic Development Canada (PrairiesCan)
    Supports Prairie businesses entering defence supply chains
    Eligible Funding
    Up to 100% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    Manufacturing, Transportation and warehousing, Information and cultural industries, Professional, scientific and technical services
    Timeline
    Closing date : December 31, 2027
    Alberta, Manitoba, Saskatchewan, Canada
  • Efficiency Manitoba logo
    Grant and FundingExpert AdviceOpen

    Building Envelope Program

    Efficiency Manitoba
    Funding for energy-efficient building envelope upgrades
    Eligible Funding
    Maximum amount : 100,000 $ · Up to 100% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    Construction, Manufacturing, Real estate and rental and leasing, Professional, scientific and technical services
    Types of eligible projects
    Environment and ClimateConstruction and Renovation
    Manitoba, Canada
  • Efficiency Manitoba logo
    Grant and FundingOpen

    Business Lighting Program

    Efficiency Manitoba
    Funding for energy-efficient lighting upgrades
    Eligible Funding
    Varies by project
    Eligible Industries
    Construction, Manufacturing, Wholesale trade, Retail trade
    Types of eligible projects
    Environment and Climate
    Manitoba, Canada
  • Efficiency Manitoba logo
    Grant and FundingExpert AdviceOpen

    Commercial Deep Energy Retrofit Program

    Efficiency Manitoba
    Energy incentives for major building retrofits
    Eligible Funding
    Maximum amount : 12,000 $
    Eligible Industries
    Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting, Utilities, Construction, Manufacturing
    Timeline
    Closing date : March 31, 2027
    Manitoba, Canada
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  • Efficiency Manitoba logo
    Grant and FundingExpert AdviceOpen

    Commercial Energy Audit Program

    Efficiency Manitoba
    Incentives for commercial energy audits
    Eligible Funding
    Maximum amount : 12,500 $ · Up to 50% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    Construction, Manufacturing, Wholesale trade, Retail trade
    Types of eligible projects
    Environment and ClimateConstruction and Renovation
    Manitoba, Canada
  • Manitoba Tax Assistance Office (TAO) logo
    Grant and FundingOpen

    Disaster Financial Assistance (DFA) - Small Businesses

    Manitoba Tax Assistance Office (TAO)
    Disaster support for Manitoba claimants
    Eligible Funding
    Maximum amount : 2,400,000 $ · Up to 20% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting, Construction, Manufacturing, Wholesale trade
    Types of eligible projects
    TechnologyEnvironment and ClimateConstruction and Renovation Human Resources
    Manitoba, Canada
  • Genome Canada logo
    Researchers And FacilitiesPartnering and CollaborationGrant and FundingOpen

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

    Genome Canada, Genome Prairie
    Funding for genomics innovation partnerships
    Eligible Funding
    From $100,000 to $2,000,000 · Up to 33% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    Manufacturing, Professional, scientific and technical services, Health care and social assistance
    Types of eligible projects
    CommercializationTechnologyInnovation
    Alberta, Manitoba, Saskatchewan, Canada

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  • Government of Canada logo
    Partnering and CollaborationGrant and FundingOpen

    Jobs and Growth Fund in Western Canada

    Government of Canada
    Funding for growth, jobs and resilience
    Eligible Funding
    Up to 100% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    Manufacturing, Professional, scientific and technical services, Administrative and support, waste management and remediation services, Accommodation and food services
    Types of eligible projects
    CommercializationEnvironment and ClimateDigital Transformation
    Alberta, BC, Manitoba, Saskatchewan, Canada
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  • Prairies Economic Development Canada (PrairiesCan) logo
    Grant and FundingOpen

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

    Prairies Economic Development Canada (PrairiesCan), Government of Canada
    Support for innovation ecosystems across the Prairie provinces
    Eligible Funding
    Up to 50% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting, Manufacturing, Information and cultural industries, Professional, scientific and technical services
    Types of eligible projects
    CommercializationTechnologyInnovation
    Alberta, Manitoba, Saskatchewan, Canada
  • Prairies Economic Development Canada (PrairiesCan) logo
    Grant and FundingLoans and Capital investmentsOpen

    Regional Artificial Intelligence Initiative (RAII) in the Prairie Provinces

    Prairies Economic Development Canada (PrairiesCan), Government of Canada
    Support for responsible AI commercialization and adoption
    Eligible Funding
    From $250,000 to $5,000,000 · Up to 90% 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
    CommercializationArtificial Intelligence (AI)TechnologyHuman Resources
    Alberta, Manitoba, Saskatchewan, Canada

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  • Government of Manitoba logo
    Grant and FundingClosed

    Building Sector Capacity, Growth and Competitiveness

    Government of Manitoba
    Supports agri-processing modernization and capacity growth in Manitoba
    Eligible Funding
    Maximum amount : 2,500,000 $ · Up to 25% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting, Manufacturing
    Types of eligible projects
    CommercializationTechnologyDigital Transformation
    Manitoba, Canada
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  • CWB Welding Foundation (CWB) logo
    Partnering and CollaborationGrant and FundingClosed

    CWB Association Chapter Awards

    CWB Welding Foundation (CWB)
    Co-funded support for welding education initiatives
    Eligible Funding
    From $500 to $2,500
    Eligible Industries
    Manufacturing, Educational services
    Types of eligible projects
    TechnologyInnovation
    Canada
  • Government of Canada logo
    Grant and FundingClosed

    IDEaS - Pop Up City Contest

    Government of Canada
    Integrated camp utility systems challenge
    Eligible Funding
    From $10,000 to $2,000,000 · Up to 100% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    Utilities, Construction, Manufacturing, Transportation and warehousing
    Types of eligible projects
    CommercializationTechnologyEnvironment and ClimateInnovation
    Manitoba, Canada
  • Government of Manitoba logo
    Grant and FundingClosed

    Innovation Growth Program

    Government of Manitoba, Department of Business, Mining, Trade and Job Creation (MN), Manitoba Housing (MHRC)
    Support for innovative product commercialization in Manitoba
    Eligible Funding
    Maximum amount : 100,000 $ · Up to 50% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    Manufacturing, Information and cultural industries, Professional, scientific and technical services
    Types of eligible projects
    CommercializationConstruction and Renovation Innovation
    Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada
  • Government of Manitoba logo
    Grant and FundingClosed

    Manitoba — Research and Innovation

    Government of Manitoba, Sustainable Canadian Agricultural Partnership (SCAP)
    Funding for agriculture and agri-food R&D and innovation in Manitoba
    Eligible Funding
    Up to 50% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting, Manufacturing, Professional, scientific and technical services
    Types of eligible projects
    TechnologyEnvironment and ClimateConstruction and Renovation Innovation
    Manitoba, Canada

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  • Manitoba Finance logo
    Tax CreditsClosed

    Manitoba cooperative development tax credit

    Manitoba Finance
    Tax credit for Manitoba cooperative contributions
    Eligible Funding
    Maximum amount : 750 $
    Eligible Industries
    Manufacturing, Wholesale trade, Retail trade, Finance and insurance
    Types of eligible projects
    Manitoba, Canada
  • Prairies Economic Development Canada (PrairiesCan) logo
    Other SupportGrant and FundingLoans and Capital investmentsClosed

    PrairiesCan — Aerospace Regional Recovery Initiative (ARRI)

    Prairies Economic Development Canada (PrairiesCan)
    Funding to recover Canada's aerospace sector in the Prairie region
    Eligible Funding
    Maximum amount : 10,000,000 $ · Up to 75% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    Manufacturing, Professional, scientific and technical services
    Types of eligible projects
    CommercializationTechnologyEnvironment and ClimateInnovation
    Alberta, Manitoba, Saskatchewan, Canada
  • Government of Canada logo
    Grant and FundingClosed

    Pre-Approved Food Safety and Traceability Equipment Program

    Government of Canada
    Supports food safety and traceability improvements
    Eligible Funding
    Maximum amount : 40,000 $ · Up to 60% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting, Manufacturing, Wholesale trade, Accommodation and food services
    Types of eligible projects
    Manitoba, Canada
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Frequently asked questions about manufacturing grants in Manitoba

Here are clear answers to common questions about Manitoba manufacturing grants

What manufacturing grants exist in Manitoba for equipment and automation?

Manitoba manufacturers can access cost-share grants and non-repayable contributions for CNC machines, robotics and cobots, palletizers, and vision systems. Programs may also support ERP/MES, IoT sensors, and cybersecurity upgrades. Clean technology rebates can fund compressed air, heat recovery, and lighting retrofits. Check intake windows, grant caps, and matching funds before you apply.

How do I apply for manufacturing grants in Manitoba?

Start with an eligibility check, then gather quotes, define milestones, and prepare a detailed budget. Address selection criteria such as productivity gains, export growth, clean technology, and workforce training. Keep letters of support and financials ready. helloDarwin’s experts can guide program selection, application drafting, and documentation to improve success.

Which programs fund Industry 4.0 and ERP/MES in Manitoba?

Digital transformation projects can combine planning support with implementation funding for ERP/MES, IoT, and digital twin pilots. Some programs provide vouchers or cost-sharing for software, integration, data migration, and training. Ensure cybersecurity costs are eligible. Map timelines and reimbursements to your cash flow.

Are there Manitoba grants for energy efficiency and decarbonization?

Yes. Industrial incentives can support compressed air system upgrades, heat recovery, HVAC modernization, VFDs, and lighting retrofits. Clean manufacturing grants may help electrify process heat, add solar + storage, and reduce water use and waste. Document baseline consumption and expected savings for strong applications.

What export grants are available to Manitoba manufacturers?

Export grants may fund market research, international trade shows, marketing localization, and e‑commerce expansion. Programs like CanExport focus on new markets, while complementary services help with export readiness. Budget travel, booth, and translation costs, and keep post‑show lead reports for claims.

How can I fund R&D, prototypes, and commercialization in Manitoba?

Combine NRC IRAP for applied R&D with NSERC Alliance or college vouchers for testing and validation. Use prototype grants and pilot funding before scaling capital equipment. Stack SR&ED and the Manitoba R&D tax credit where eligible. Plan IP, regulatory steps, and milestone‑based budgets.

Do Manitoba programs support workforce training and hiring?

Training subsidies can offset costs for lean manufacturing, safety, ERP adoption, and equipment commissioning. Hiring incentives may support apprentices, recent graduates, newcomers, and inclusive employment. Align curricula with new equipment and document attendance, outcomes, and certifications.

Can small and rural manufacturers in Manitoba access funding?

Yes. SME manufacturing funding and rural manufacturing grants exist for equipment upgrades, productivity, and export readiness. Northern Manitoba manufacturing grants may address logistics and workforce constraints. Prepare realistic budgets, letters of support, and project phasing to fit cash flow.

How does helloDarwin help manufacturers win grants?

helloDarwin combines expert consulting with a SaaS platform to streamline discovery, eligibility checks, and application drafting. Advisors map programs to your project (automation, clean tech, training, export, R&D), build budgets and KPIs, and prepare audit‑ready files. This simplifies complexity and reduces administrative risk.

What increases success rates for Manitoba manufacturing grants?

Define measurable outcomes (OEE, throughput, energy savings), secure matching funds, and align the project to strategic priorities (Industry 4.0, export, clean growth, workforce). Follow the application guide exactly and maintain complete documentation. helloDarwin’s experts can review drafts and strengthen narratives.

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