
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.
Grant and FundingOpenOperating support for affordable cultural spaces
Grant and FundingClosedFunding for First Nations with claims at the Specific Claims Tribunal of Canada
Funding for First Nations tribunal claim participation
Grant and FundingClosedRegional Artificial Intelligence Initiative in southern Ontario - Pillar 2: AI Adoption
AI adoption support for southern Ontario businesses
Grant and FundingClosedProject Grants - Asselin Foundation
Funding for educational and research projects
Other SupportGrant and FundingClosedThe Virtue Foundation — Direct Service Programs for Children
Ranch-based support for children and families
Grant and FundingClosedBlack-Mandated Funding Framework
Supports Black community organizations in Toronto
Grant and FundingClosedGreening Canada's School Grounds
Supports school greening to connect students with nature
Grant and FundingClosedCommunity Housing Operating Support Program
Short-term operating support for community housing providers
Grant and FundingClosedMaasai Education Society — General Funding
Support for Maasai children’s education
Grant and FundingClosedBeem Foundation
Supports community impact through wellbeing, education, and financial wellness- Grant and FundingOpenClosing Soon
Mars Family Foundation Grants
Funding for qualifying Wisconsin nonprofits 
Grant and FundingClosedLearning, Earning and Parenting Program
Support for young parents completing high school
Grant and FundingClosedTrue Patriot Love Foundation - Military Creative Arts Fund
Supports community arts for Veterans and military families
Grant and FundingClosedIndigenous Capacity Support Program
Supports Indigenous assessment capacity building- Grant and FundingClosed
Community Infrastructure Grants
Supports community infrastructure improvements for public benefit
Grant and FundingClosedChris Argue Memorial Fund
Support leadership and confidence through NWT wilderness travel
Other SupportGrant and FundingClosedEnergy affordability programs
Free home energy upgrades for Ontario households
Grant and FundingClosedFraser-Fort George Endowment Fund Grants
Supports community-led improvement and recreation initiatives
Grant and FundingOpenCoast Funds - Stewardship Project Funding
Project funding for First Nations conservation initiatives
Tax CreditsClosedApplication for Property Tax Relief (Sections 357/358, Municipal Act, 2001)
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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.
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Présentation du programme Google Grants
Free search ads for eligible nonprofits
Grant and FundingOpenCMHC - Shelter Enhancement Program (SEP) - Renovation
Funding for shelter and housing repairs
Grant and FundingClosedUnited Way Simcoe Muskoka - Women United
Support initiatives for women and children’s wellbeing
Grant and FundingClosedRecreation Partner and Facility Investment Program
Funding for sport and active recreation facilities in Edmonton
Grant and FundingOpenEnvironmental Grants Program
Supports community environmental projects in Niagara region
Grant and FundingClosedCKAF Operating Grants (City of Kingston Arts Fund)
Operating support for Kingston arts organizations
Grant and FundingClosedMary Wakefield Animal Welfare Grants
Supporting animal welfare projects in Fraser Valley
Grant and FundingClosedR.U.T.K.A Fellowship
Annual post-doctoral support for paediatric brain tumour research
Grant and FundingOpenScotiabank - ScotiaRISE
Large-scale social impact funding for organizations serving disadvantaged communities
Grant and FundingOpenÉcorecharge – Financial assistance for charging station analysis and installation projects in a business or organization
Funding for charging station projects- Grant and FundingClosed
Education for Refugee and Displaced Children and Youth in Sub-Saharan Africa
Supports education for refugee and displaced youth 
Grant and FundingClosedEnvironment Fund Grant
Supports innovative community environmental management initiatives
Grant and FundingOpenClosing SoonWine Sector Support Program
Supports Canadian wineries adapting to industry challenges
Grant and FundingClosedThe Community Foundation of Prince Edward Island - PCU Impact Fund
Support for strategic charitable projects across PEI
Grant and FundingOpenNorthern Industries Innovation Fund
Innovation funding for certain northern British Columbia SMEs
Grant and FundingClosedImpact Canada - Housing Supply Challenge: Round 2 - Getting Started
Supports innovative solutions to increase housing supply
Grant and FundingClosedCommunity Assistance Grant and Sponsorship Program
Funding for local community organizations
- Grant and FundingClosed
Bourses Diane Lacasse - Program of Scholarships for Burn Survivors
Scholarships for burn survivors pursuing education 
Grant and FundingClosedHope Charitable Foundation Grant
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Grant and FundingClosedMultiple Nursing Bursaries (Continuing Education Bursaries)
Funding for nursing continuing education costs
Grant and FundingClosedFabulous Festivals and Events Program
Supports unique festivals and events promoting northern B.C. tourism
Grant and FundingOpenAide financière aux festivals et aux événements touristiques - Stream 3: Development and growth
Supports development and growth of tourism festivals in Quebec

Grant and FundingOpenSupport program for organizations working with people experiencing homelessness
Financial support for organizations assisting vulnerable individuals in Trois-Rivières
Grant and FundingClosedRural Economic Diversification and Infrastructure Program (REDIP)
Supports rural economic development in British ColumbiaEligible Funding- Maximum amount : 1,000,000 $
- Up to 80% of project cost
Eligible Industries- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
- Professional, scientific and technical services
- Other services (except public administration)
- Public administration
Types of eligible projectsConstruction and Renovation
Tax CreditsClosedFertility and Surrogacy Tax Credit
Refundable support for fertility and surrogacy costs
Grant and FundingClosedAgricultural biodiversity enhancement program
Supports projects enhancing wildlife habitats and biodiversity in agriculture
Partnering and CollaborationGrant and FundingClosedRangeland Sustainability Program (RSP)
Supports collaborative projects for sustainable rangeland management in Alberta
Grant and FundingOpenArts Funding Program - Three-Year Operating Funding
Three-year operating support for arts organizations- Grant and FundingClosed
Petro-Canada Excellence Award for Coaches
Recognizes outstanding Canadian coaches
Grant and FundingOpenMissing and Murdered Indigenous Women and Girls+ Community Response Fund
Funding for Indigenous safety and prevention projects- Grant and FundingClosed
Grants and Scholarships - Pain Research and Management
Recognition for pain research and care excellence
Grant and FundingOpenCPKC Has Heart Community Fund
Supports heart health initiatives across North America
Grant and FundingClosedFondation L'Accolade — Artistic Creation Funding
Artistic residencies for contemporary creation

Grant and FundingClosed2025-2026 Call for Proposals for Support for Specific Activities of Organizations Working on Equality Between Women and Men
Support for equality-focused organizational activities
Wage Subsidies And InternsClosedFirst Nations and Inuit Skills Link Program (Not-for-Profit Sector)
Funding to provide work skills to First Nations and Inuit youth
Grant and FundingClosedCommunity Facility Enhancement Program – Large Grants
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Grant and FundingClosedOak Lake and Area Foundation Grants
Community funding for local nonprofit projects
Grant and FundingClosedSupport for associations covered by the Act respecting the professional status of artists
Support for artist associations in Quebec
Grant and FundingClosedNew Brunswick Bilingualism Support Program (NBBSP)
Support for bilingualism initiatives in New Brunswick
Grant and FundingOpenCommunity Radio Grant
Supports community radio operations and broadcasting system improvements in Nunavut- Grant and FundingClosed
James F. Quilter F.A.I.T.H. Scholarships
Tuition aid and special needs education support
Grant and FundingOpenMetcalf Foundation - Performing Arts Program: Internships
Supports paid performing arts internships in Ontario- Grant and FundingExpert AdviceClosed
The broadcasting assistance program
Support for finalizing and broadcasting media works
Grant and FundingClosedTransportation Assets Risk Assessment (TARA) Program
Funding for climate risk transport studies

Other SupportGrant and FundingOpenLocal Events
Support for local outdoor community events in Québec City- Partnering and CollaborationGrant and FundingClosed
Action for Paid Care Workers Initiative
Support for gender-transformative care worker projects 
Partnering and CollaborationGrant and FundingOpenCreative Enquiry Lab
Design-thinking support for Toronto arts organizations
Grant and FundingClosedPrairieaction Foundation - CARE Grant Program
Community-based research to prevent violence and abuse
Researchers And FacilitiesPartnering and CollaborationGrant and FundingClosedNet Zero Emerging Concepts and Technologies Research Program
Supports emerging net-zero clean technology research
Grant and FundingOpenAlberta Conservation Association - ACA Research Grants
Supports wildlife, fish, and habitat research
Grant and FundingOpenToronto — Capacity Buyback Program
Rewards businesses for implementing permanent water-saving measures
Grant and FundingClosedYouth Mental Health Grant
Funding for youth mental and physical health services
Grant and FundingClosedOntario Works – Financial Assistance
Monthly support for basic needs and shelter
Grant and FundingClosedThe 2SLGBTQI+ Entrepreneurship Knowledge Hub
Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada (ISED), Canadian LGBT+ Chamber of Commerce (CGLCC)National research support for 2SLGBTQI+ entrepreneurship
Loans and Capital investmentsOpenBuilding Retrofits Initiative
Financing for building energy retrofits
Grant and FundingOpenFrancophone Community Grants Program - Economic Development Stream
Funding for Franco-Ontarian economic development projects
Grant and FundingClosedDr. Ratzlaff & Dr. Molberg Scholarship for Pediatrics & Neonatology
Scholarship for pediatrics and neonatology training