
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 FundingOpenSupports construction and enhancement of community recreational infrastructure
Grant and FundingClosedHCi3 Grant Program
Supports innovative local greenhouse gas reduction projects

Grant and FundingOpenRME Right by You Ag Society Grant
Supports community projects led by agricultural societies
Partnering and CollaborationGrant and FundingOpenGrants That Foster Inter-Group Development
Supports collaborative community development initiatives
Grant and FundingOpenMetcalf Foundation - Environment Program: Carbon Landscapes
Funding for climate and biodiversity conservation initiatives
Grant and FundingTax CreditsClosedAffordable Housing Development Support Program
Affordable housing development support in Trois-Rivières
Grant and FundingClosedAddressing the Agriculture Labour Task Force Grant Program — Stream 1
Supports awareness of agriculture careers in Alberta
Grant and FundingClosedMansha Plan Foundation — Youth Financial Literacy Support
Youth financial literacy support program
Other SupportClosedCoady Institute — Leadership Development Programs
Leadership programs for community changemakers
Grant and FundingOpenAffordable Housing Renovation Program
Affordable housing renovation financial aid in Montreal
Grant and FundingOpenForest Sector Investment and Innovation Program — Collaboration projects
Funding for collaborative forestry projects in Ontario- Grant and FundingOpen
Strengthening Primary Care in Northern, Rural and Remote Communities
Support team-based primary care improvements in remote communities - Grant and FundingClosed
Scholarships for young patients and survivors
Scholarship support for young brain tumour survivors
Other SupportGrant and FundingClosedPlumbing Permit Fee Grant Program
Permit fee support for home flood prevention
Grant and FundingOpenOTF — Family Innovations Test Grant
Family-led innovation funding for Ontario groups- Grant and FundingClosed
Penelope Neuroblastoma Foundation — Research Funding
Funding for neuroblastoma research and treatment
Partnering and CollaborationGrant and FundingClosedNational operating funding stream - Social Development Partnerships Program – Disability
Capacity funding for national disability organizations
Grant and FundingClosedAnnual Grant Program - Community Impact Grant
Funding for high-impact community projects
Grant and FundingClosedParticipant Funding for the Regulatory Oversight Report for Uranium Mines, Mills, Historic and Decommissioned Sites in Canada: 2017
Funding for written submissions on uranium oversight report
Other SupportWage Subsidies And InternsOpenMétis Employment Services
Wage subsidies for employers of Métis youth in AlbertaDiscover Funding for Non-Profits
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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.
Grant and FundingOpenViaSport - BC Ferries Disability Sport Experience Program
Ferry travel support for disability sport participants
Grant and FundingArchivedTourisme Baie-James — EPRTNT – Festivals and events
Funding for regional tourism festivals and events- Grant and FundingOpen
Improving Equity in Access to Palliative Care Cohort 2 Call for Applications
Improve palliative care access for homelessness-affected people
Grant and FundingClosedAstley Family Foundation - Learning Grants
Support for innovative, short-term youth projects in Waterloo Region- Other SupportClosed
Canadian Centre of Excellence for Caregivers
Caregiver-focused information and advocacy resources
Grant and FundingClosedSolicited call - Skills for Success
Skills training funding for workforce readiness
Grant and FundingClosedCanadian Cancer Society - Awards for Excellence in Cancer Research
Recognition for cancer research excellence in Canada
Grant and FundingOpenPotato Stabilization and Innovation initiative (PSII)
Supports PEI potato sector modernization and diversification
Grant and FundingClosedSearch and Rescue New Initiatives Fund
Supports innovative search and rescue improvement projects- Grant and FundingOpen
Program targeting the repurposing of underutilized places of worship of heritage value
Supports the reuse of heritage religious buildings to preserve their historical value
Grant and FundingClosedElgin County’s Grants & Sponsorship Program
Funding for Elgin County community initiatives
Researchers And FacilitiesPartnering and CollaborationGrant and FundingClosedOil Spill Response Science Program (voted)
Supports marine oil spill recovery technology R&D
Grant and FundingClosedGood Neighbour Program
Funding for community-focused initiatives and local causes
Grant and FundingOpenEconomic Development Fund — Tier 2
Funding for medium-sized business projects in Yukon
Grant and FundingClosedMuseums Assistance Program — Recovery Fund for Heritage Organizations
Funding for heritage organizations’ recovery costs
Grant and FundingClosedDavid M. Brooks Music Fund
Funding for music education in New Hampshire schools
Grant and FundingOpenTAO — TAC Accessibility Grant
Supports accessibility costs for artists in funded projects
Expert AdviceClosedCurrent Tenders — Nova Scotia
Opportunities to sell to the Government of Nova Scotia
Researchers And FacilitiesPartnering and CollaborationGrant and FundingExpert AdviceClosedMobilizing Insights in Defence and Security Program (MINDS))
Funding for research and collaboration in defence and security- Grant and FundingClosed
Subventions pour des projets de recherche sur une maladie héréditaire orpheline
Supports research initiatives on rare genetic diseases
Grant and FundingOpenTourisme Baie-James — EPRTNT – Digital development of a company
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Grant and FundingOpenGeneral Charities Grants
Supports registered charities operating in Ontario for organizational activities
Wage Subsidies And InternsClosedIntrapreneurship program
Fellowship program offering paid work experience to diverse students
Grant and FundingClosedLiving Legacy Community Foundation Grants
Community funding for local projects and scholarships

Grant and FundingClosedNational Environmental Treasure — General Funding
Support for Canadian environmental organizations
Grant and FundingOpenCivic Engagement for Social Change
Supports community projects using education to promote justice and equity.
Grant and FundingOpenMuseums Assistance Program - Exhibition Circulation Fund
Funding for travelling museum exhibitions
Grant and FundingOpenBuilding Communities through Arts and Heritage - Community Anniversaries
Funding for community events marking significant anniversaries
Grant and FundingClosedEvents & Festivals Fund
Supports multi-day tourism events to boost overnight visitation- Grant and FundingClosed
Competition Improvement Program - Part D: One-Time EV105 Grant
Funding for EV105 course improvements
Grant and FundingClosedEnvironmental Legacy Grants
Support for conservation, habitat restoration, and stewardship
Other SupportGrant and FundingClosed7.4 Employment and participation benefits
Employment and participation support for Ontario Works recipients
Grant and FundingOpenAmateur Sport Grant Program
Supports amateur sport facilities and equipment improvements
Grant and FundingClosedAgricultural Clean Technology Program Research and Innovation Stream – Accelerator
Supports clean technology innovation in agricultureEligible Funding- Maximum amount : 8,000,000 $
- Up to 100% of project cost
Eligible Industries- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
- Manufacturing
- Professional, scientific and technical services
- Administrative and support, waste management and remediation services
Types of eligible projectsCommercializationTechnologyEnvironment and ClimateInnovation- Grant and FundingClosed
Aid for operation - arts - organizations
Operating support for professional arts organizations
Grant and FundingClosedCED support for incubators and accelerators 2024–2028 - Call for proposals
Support for Quebec startup incubators and accelerators
Grant and FundingOpenRegistered Heritage Structure Maintenance Grants
Funding for heritage structure maintenance
Grant and FundingOpenLongo Brothers Fruit Markets Inc. - Sponsorship and Corporate Giving Program
Support for nonprofit community initiatives- Grant and FundingClosed
Irene Cooper Educational Trust
Bursary support for veterinary and medical studies
Grant and FundingOpenAPCHQ Mauricie-Lanaudière Golf Tournament
Supports community construction and renovation projects in Mauricie
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- Grant and FundingOpen
TD Bank Group - Corporate Donations and Sponsorships
Funding for community-based projects and events
Grant and FundingClosedDiversity and Community Capacity Fund and Community and Cultural Identities Fund
Funding for inclusive community projects in Nova Scotia
Grant and FundingOpenNanaimo Foundation - Give Where You Live Fund
Supports local charitable capital and pilot initiatives
Grant and FundingClosedFederal Initiative On Consultation - Funding Application
Funding for consultation project proposals
Grant and FundingExpert AdviceClosedINNOGEC
Supports consulting and governance services for Montréal social enterprises
Grant and FundingClosedNewfoundland and Labrador Seniors’ Social Inclusion Initiative
Supports seniors organizations in Newfoundland and Labrador
Grant and FundingClosedBuilding Communities Through Arts and Heritage - Community Historical Anniversaries Programming
Supports community events celebrating local arts and historical heritage
Grant and FundingOpenCultural Spaces Grant Program - Small Grants for Cultural Spaces
Supports capital improvements and planning for cultural spaces
Grant and FundingOpenBusiness Development Program (BDP)
Funding to help businesses in Atlantic Canada
Grant and FundingOpenCMHC - Affordable Housing Fund - New Construction - Community Housing Sub-Stream
Financing for new affordable housing construction
Grant and FundingClosedCNSC Participant Funding Program (PFP)
Funding for public participation in CNSC hearings
Grant and FundingOpenMicro & Leadership Grants
Support for small community-focused projects in West Vancouver
Grant and FundingExpert AdviceClosedCommunity Activation Grant (CAG) program
Support for small community initiatives in Oakville
Grant and FundingOpenThe Land for Wildlife Fund
Conservation land acquisition for fish and wildlife habitat
Grant and FundingOpenGenomic Applications Partnership Program (GAPP)
Genomic Applications Partnership Program funds genomics-derived R&D projectsEligible Funding- From $100,000 to $6,000,000
- Up to 1% of project cost
Eligible Industries- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
- Professional, scientific and technical services
- Health care and social assistance
- Public administration
Types of eligible projectsCommercializationTechnologyInnovation
Grant and FundingClosedThe Thomas Sill Manitoba Fund Grant
Funding for community projects in Manitoba
Grant and FundingClosedCulture and Heritage Grants and Contributions Program - Inuit Language Promotion and Protection Contributions
Funding for Inuktut promotion and preservation

Grant and FundingOpenEmission Reductions Intake
Funding active land-based solutions to reduce GHG emissions in Canada.
Grant and FundingClosedShoal Lake Community Foundation Inc. — General Grantmaking
Supports local community initiatives