
Grants and Funding for Non-Profits in Canada in 2026
Find project funding for charities, non-profits, and community organizations
Non-profits, charities, and community organizations in Canada can access funding for projects tied to services, equipment, digital modernization, program delivery, culture, health, environment, and local development. This 2026 guide helps organizations understand where non-profit funding usually comes from, which legal structures fit which programs, and what funders expect when a project is submitted for support.
Whether you are launching a new initiative, scaling an existing program, or investing in tools and infrastructure that strengthen your mission, the most useful approach is to match the project to the right funder and reporting model. Use this page to compare current grant paths, clarify eligibility, and reduce the risk of spending time on programs that do not fit your organization or your funding need.

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Sisters of Holy Cross Fund – Jeannette-Couillard Scholarship
Scholarship supporting faith and personal growth
Other SupportGrant and FundingClosedAWS Imagine Grant Canada
Support for technology-driven nonprofit innovation- Grant and FundingClosed
The Elizabeth Greenshields Foundation — Artist Fellowship Program
Funding for young representational artists
Other SupportGrant and FundingOpenClosing SoonSupport Program for Cultural Organizations (PSOC)
Funding for cultural organizations in Gatineau
Grant and FundingClosedFirst Nations Well Being Fund
Supports community well being and poverty reduction projects
Grant and FundingClosedCall for Proposals: Improving Access to Primary Care for Vulnerable Communities in Quebec
Funding for primary care access in Quebec
Grant and FundingClosedChinook Scout Foundation Funding
Funding for Scouting scholarships and youth activities
Grant and FundingClosedRoad Safety Community Partnership Program
Funding for Ontario road safety awareness initiatives
Grant and FundingClosedAlberta Innovates — Summer Research Studentships
Summer research funding for health innovation projects
Grant and FundingOpenCanadian Experiences Fund - Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency (ACOA)
Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada (ISED), Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency (ACOA)Funding for tourism products and experiences
Grant and FundingClosedRoblin District Community Foundation Inc. — General Funding
Flexible community funding for local projects
Grant and FundingClosedKimmunity Angels Society — Medical Financial Assistance Program
Financial help for medical treatment and travel costs
Grant and FundingClosedGreen and Inclusive Community Buildings Program
Funding for greener community buildings in Canada- Grant and FundingClosed
The Chalmers Foundation — Healthcare Funding
Free community cancer support programs
Grant and FundingClosedFondation Québec Philanthrope - Microsoft Community Program
Funding for local community impact projects
Other SupportGrant and FundingClosedSupport for Community Organizations
Municipal support for local community groupsEligible Funding- Maximum amount : 2,700 $
- Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries- Educational services
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
- Other services (except public administration)
- Public administration
Types of eligible projectsCommercializationConstruction and Renovation InnovationDigital Transformation
Grant and FundingClosedCNSC Participant Funding Program - Regulatory Oversight Report for Waste Management, Storage and Processing Facilities in Canada: 2015
Funding for public participation in nuclear oversight
Tax CreditsClosedRebate of Taxes for Eligible Charities
40% property tax relief for eligible charities
Grant and FundingClosedMusic PEI Funding Program
Money for Prince Edward Island (PEI) music industry development
Grant and FundingClosedFamily & Community Support Services (FCSS) funding
Funding for preventive community support programsDiscover Funding for Non-Profits
Find Financial Support Tailored for Non-Profit Organizations
Grants for non-profits provide essential funding for organizations to innovate and adopt sustainable practices. These financial aids support the growth and resilience of the non-profit sector.
Grant and FundingOpenThe Joyce Family Foundation
Funding for education-focused charitable initiatives
Grant and FundingExpert AdviceClosedSpark Mentorships & Grants - Northwest Ontario
Support to develop new tourism ideas
Grant and FundingOpenRecreation Grant - New Projects and Initiatives
Funding for new community recreation initiatives
Tax CreditsClosedProperty Tax Rebate Program for Eligible Charities (By-law No. 2022-23)
Property tax relief for eligible charities
Other SupportGrant and FundingClosedDiscretionary Residency Benefit
Housing support for eligible recipients
Grant and FundingOpenSkills Development Fund (SDF) — Capital Stream — SEED Pathway
Funds to support upgrades or construction of training centers
Grant and FundingClosedGrant Burnyeat Student Series
Student theatre program with exhibition opportunities
Grant and FundingOpenWomen's Collective Philanthropy Program (WCPP)
Annual funding for initiatives supporting women and children
Grant and FundingClosedCaring for our Community Grant Program
Supports community mental health and addictions initiatives


Grant and FundingOpenNeighbourhood Grant Program - Celebration and Activity Grant
Support for community events in Chilliwack
Grant and FundingClosedFirst Peoples' Cultural Council - Arts Vitality Grant
Support for B.C. First Nations arts projects
Grant and FundingClosedDiscretionary funds
Flexible support for urgent, innovative community initiatives
Grant and FundingExpert AdviceOpenBusiness / Arts - artsvest Regional
Sponsorship training and mentorship for cultural nonprofits
Grant and FundingOpenProgram to support the processing of end-of-life tires through reuse, recycling and energy recovery, as well as out-of-province processing.
Support for end-of-life tire processing initiatives- Grant and FundingClosed
Tiny Foundation — General Funding
Support for research, journalism, and nonprofits 
Grant and FundingExpert AdviceClosedArts Organization Incubator Program
Capacity-building support for NWT arts organizations
Grant and FundingOpenMécénat Placements Culture
Supports sustainable fundraising initiatives and regional collaboration
Grant and FundingClosedEPRTNT — Digital development of a company
Funding for tourism businesses’ digital transformation
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Grant and FundingClosedParticipant Funding Program (PFP) - Curve Lake First Nation Decision
Support for participation in CNSC regulatory processes- Other SupportGrant and FundingClosed
JUEL Foundation Grants and Player Assist Program (PAP)
Funding for elite female student-athletes 
- Grant and FundingClosed
Modalités de la subvention de recherche de la FBAUC sur l'EDIA
Funding for EDIA-focused urology research
Grant and FundingClosedJob Opportunity for Youth Grant
Support youth employment through nonprofit projects
Grant and FundingClosedStrategic Operating Grant Program
Supports innovative arthritis research aligned with priorities
Grant and FundingClosedIntercultural Conversations
Supports theatre projects that promote cultural diversity and intercultural dialogue.
Grant and FundingClosedContribution to the Civil Air Search and Rescue Association
Funding for national air search and rescue prevention
Grant and FundingOpenGrassroots - Stepping Stones Grants
Small community projects fostering neighborhood connections.

Grant and FundingClosedYRPH Scholarship/Bursary Program
Scholarships for Christian private school students
Other SupportResearchers And FacilitiesPartnering and CollaborationOpenAgriculture Research and Innovation — Applied Research (Agribusiness and Academic Institutions)
Government of Prince Edward Island (PEI), Department of Agriculture and Land (PEI), Sustainable Canadian Agricultural Partnership (SCAP)Supports agricultural research and innovation
Grant and FundingOpenArchaeology and Palaeontology Research Support
Supports archaeological and paleontological research in Nunavut
Grant and FundingOpenCultural Economic Development Program - Arts Component
Newfoundland and Labrador Department of Tourism, Culture, Industry and Innovation, Government of Newfoundland and LabradorFunding for professional arts economic development

Grant and FundingClosedSkills for Success - Training and Tools Stream
Support skills training and workplace readiness tools
Grant and FundingOpenLMS Foundation — Student Scholarships and STEM Awards
Support for student scholarships and STEM awards
Grant and FundingOpenDonor Advised Funds
Flexible philanthropic funding supporting community projects and priorities.
Grant and FundingWage Subsidies And InternsClosedRegional Initiatives Fund (FAIR)
Supports economic development and innovation in Gaspésie–Îles-de-la-Madeleine region
Grant and FundingClosedBuilding BC - Community Housing Fund
Funding for affordable rental housing in British ColumbiaAccess over 10 000 different funding opportunities
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- Grant and FundingOpen
Fondation Saison Nouvelle - Financial aid for organizations
Financial support for community organizations 
Other SupportGrant and FundingClosedHSR Fare Assist
Discounted transit fares for eligible Hamilton residents
Wage Subsidies And InternsOpenPeople & Talent Program — Indigenous Workforce Development Stream
Wage subsidy to hire Indigenous interns in Northern Ontario
Grant and FundingClosedCharles Biddle Award
Recognition for immigrant cultural contributors in Quebec
Other SupportGrant and FundingOpenEpson's Focused Giving Community Relations Program
Corporate donations for community education arts and welfare
Partnering and CollaborationGrant and FundingClosedFederal Interlocutor's Contribution Program (FICP) – Project Funding for Indigenous Representative Organizations (IRO)
Funding for Indigenous organizational capacity building
Grant and FundingOpenGreenShield Cares
Supports projects improving access to mental and oral health care in Canada
Grant and FundingClosedFood Sovereignty Bundles
Supports Indigenous-led food sovereignty and wellness projects
Grant and FundingClosedDelinquency Prevention Program through Sports, Arts and Culture
Funding for youth delinquency prevention through culture
Grant and FundingClosedMotorola Solutions Foundation
Supports first responders and STEM education initiatives
Grant and FundingClosedCommunity Foundation of Portage and District Grant Program
Funding for charitable community projectsEligible Funding- Varies by project
Eligible Industries- Educational services
- Health care and social assistance
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
- Other services (except public administration)
Types of eligible projectsTechnologyEnvironment and ClimateConstruction and Renovation InnovationDigital Transformation
Other SupportClosedThe Spiel Foundation - Game Bundle Donation Program
Game bundles for organizations in need

Grant and FundingOpenCommunity Investment Program - Change Fund
Supports collaborative community initiatives in Peel
Grant and FundingOpenArts, Culture and Heritage Fund (ACHF)
Support for Windsor arts and heritage projects
Partnering and CollaborationGrant and FundingExpert AdviceClosedOne8 Foundation — General Funding
Strategic funding for selected nonprofit partners
Grant and FundingOpenTrellis Foundation Discipleship Grants
Funding for innovative discipleship initiatives
Grant and FundingClosedAnnual Foundation Grants
Supports community initiatives improving local quality of life- Partnering and CollaborationGrant and FundingExpert AdviceClosed
Prices and winners
Awards for artistic and cultural excellence in Montérégie
Grant and FundingClosedCommunity Project Grant Program
Funding for local community projects in Grimsby
Grant and FundingClosedSpecial Event Permit Fee Assistance Program
Fee assistance for eligible Oakville special events