Grants and Funding for non-profits in Canada
Canada's non-profit organizations (NPO) benefit from grants and funding that support innovation and sustainability
Canadian non-profits benefit from a wide range of grants and funding programs designed to support their mission-driven initiatives and community services. These financial aids enable organizations to enhance their operations, expand their outreach, and ensure sustainable growth in addressing various social, environmental, and cultural needs.
3316 opportunities available
Eligible Funding
- No Condition
Eligible Industries
- Educational services
- Health care and social assistance
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
- Other services (except public administration)
Types of eligible projects
Grant and FundingOpen
SportPG Hosting Grant Program
Supports multi-day sporting events attracting out-of-town participants
Eligible Funding
- No Condition
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Types of eligible projects
Grant and FundingClosed
Cancer Research for Screening and Prevention Program Fund
Government of Alberta Health, Research and Innovation Branch, Alberta Health Services (AHS), Government of Alberta, Alberta Municipal Affairs
Supports cancer prevention and screening initiatives
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 1,000,000 $
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Types of eligible projects
Grant and FundingClosed
Small Grants Competition
Supports community initiatives advancing human rights
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 3,500 $
Eligible Industries
- Other services (except public administration)
Types of eligible projects
Eligible Funding
- From $5,000 to $15,000
Eligible Industries
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
Types of eligible projects
Grant and FundingClosed
Clean Fuels Awareness Projects
Increase clean fuels awareness and understanding in Canada
Eligible Funding
- Up to 75% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Mining, quarrying, and oil and gas extraction
- Utilities
- Construction
- Manufacturing
Types of eligible projects
Environment and ClimateHuman Resources
Grant and FundingClosed
Community Capacity Building Fund
Support for capacity building and sustainable community growth
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 3,000 $
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Types of eligible projects
Grant and FundingOpen
Shuswap Community Foundation Grants
Funding for community projects in Shuswap region.
Eligible Funding
- No Condition
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Types of eligible projects
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Grant and FundingClosed
S'Cool Life Fund
Supports school enrichment through arts, sports, and activities
Eligible Funding
- No Condition
Eligible Industries
- Educational services
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
Types of eligible projects
Eligible Funding
- Up to 90% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
- Mining, quarrying, and oil and gas extraction
Types of eligible projects
Environment and Climate
Grant and FundingClosed
CleanBC Industry Fund - Innovation Accelerator Request for Proposals
Support for industrial clean technology demonstrations in British Columbia
Eligible Funding
- Up to 75% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Mining, quarrying, and oil and gas extraction
- Utilities
- Manufacturing
Types of eligible projects
TechnologyEnvironment and ClimateInnovation
Grant and FundingClosed
Community Empowerment for Economic Development (CEED) Program
Support for incremental community economic development projects
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 10,000 $
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Types of eligible projects
Grant and FundingOpen
ViaSport - BC Ferries Sport Experience Program
Provides travel support for eligible sports organizations and athletes
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 7,500 $
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Types of eligible projects
Grant and FundingClosed
CleanBC Industry Fund - Project Feasibility Studies Request for Proposals
Supports feasibility studies assessing project viability
Eligible Funding
- Up to 75% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Mining, quarrying, and oil and gas extraction
- Utilities
- Construction
- Manufacturing
Types of eligible projects
Environment and ClimateInnovation
Grant and FundingOpen
Daryl K. Seaman Canadian Hockey Grants
Supports amateur sports initiatives across Canada
Eligible Funding
- From $5,000 to $150,000
Eligible Industries
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
Types of eligible projects
Grant and FundingOpen
The Lyle S. Hallman Foundation - Grass Roots Support
Flexible funds to strengthen small volunteer-led organizations' capacity and mission delivery.
Eligible Funding
- No Condition
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Types of eligible projects
Eligible Funding
- From $500 to $5,000
Eligible Industries
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
Types of eligible projects
Construction and Renovation
Grant and FundingClosed
Oil Spill Response Challenge
Supports innovative oil spill response technology development
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 2,000,000 $
Eligible Industries
- Mining, quarrying, and oil and gas extraction
- Professional, scientific and technical services
Types of eligible projects
Artificial Intelligence (AI)TechnologyEnvironment and ClimateInnovation
Eligible Funding
- No Condition
Eligible Industries
- Health care and social assistance
- Other services (except public administration)
Types of eligible projects
Eligible Funding
- From $2,500 to $5,000
Eligible Industries
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
Types of eligible projects
Eligible Funding
- No Condition
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Types of eligible projects
Eligible Funding
- No Condition
Eligible Industries
- Health care and social assistance
Types of eligible projects
Eligible Funding
- From $2,000 to $5,000
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Types of eligible projects
Grant and FundingClosed
Heritage Grant Program
Provides financial support for heritage property repair and preservation
Eligible Funding
- No Condition
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Types of eligible projects
Grant and FundingClosed
Tourism PEI Festivals and Events Fund
Support for tourism-focused festivals and events
Eligible Funding
- From $1,000 to $2,500
Eligible Industries
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
- Accommodation and food services
Types of eligible projects
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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 FundingOpen
Mitsubishi Corporation Foundation for the Americas
Supports environmental projects in the Americas managed by non-profits
Eligible Funding
- No Condition
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Types of eligible projects
Grant and FundingOpen
Dragonfly Fund
Supports environmental solutions and community resilience initiatives
Eligible Funding
- No Condition
Eligible Industries
- Professional, scientific and technical services
- Administrative and support, waste management and remediation services
Types of eligible projects
Environment and Climate
Grant and FundingClosed
Supports for Newcomer Integration Grants
Funding for newcomer settlement and language supports
Eligible Funding
- No Condition
Eligible Industries
- Educational services
- Health care and social assistance
- Other services (except public administration)
Types of eligible projects
Human Resources
Grant and FundingOpening Soon
OTF — Youth Innovations Test Grant
Funding for youth-led projects testing new community solutions
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 100,000 $
- Up to 15% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
- Other services (except public administration)
- Public administration
Types of eligible projects
Innovation
Grant and FundingClosed
Seeking Support
Support programs fostering societal growth and community well-being
Eligible Funding
- No Condition
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Types of eligible projects
Other SupportGrant and FundingOpen
Disasters Response Grant
Support for animal emergency response and recovery
Eligible Funding
- No Condition
Eligible Industries
- Other services (except public administration)
Types of eligible projects
Eligible Funding
- No Condition
Eligible Industries
- Public administration
Types of eligible projects
Human Resources
Grant and FundingClosed
Bell Canada - Bell True Patriot Love Fund
Supports community mental health programs for military members and Veterans
Eligible Funding
- From $5,000 to $75,000
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Types of eligible projects
P
Grant and FundingOpen
Programme de subvention pour l’amélioration du bien-être animal
Support for animal welfare improvements through direct aid
Eligible Funding
- No Condition
Eligible Industries
- Other services (except public administration)
Types of eligible projects
Grant and FundingOpen
Ottawa Community Foundation - Support for Urgent & Emerging Needs
Rapid-response funding for urgent community needs in Ottawa
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 15,000 $
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Types of eligible projects
Grant and FundingOpen
Documentary Heritage Communities Program (DHCP)
Money for documentary heritage organizations
Eligible Funding
- From $24,999 to $150,000
- Up to 100% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Information and cultural industries
Types of eligible projects
Digital Transformation
Eligible Funding
- No Condition
Eligible Industries
- Health care and social assistance
Types of eligible projects
Grant and FundingOpen
The Lyle S. Hallman Foundation - Children and Youth Capital
Capital support for youth social infrastructure in Waterloo Region
Eligible Funding
- No Condition
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Types of eligible projects
Grant and FundingOpen
Lehigh Hanson Cares
Supports community initiatives in education environment and wellbeing
Eligible Funding
- No Condition
Eligible Industries
- Educational services
- Health care and social assistance
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
Types of eligible projects
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 45,000 $
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Types of eligible projects
Grant and FundingOpen
Community Involvement Program
Financial support for community projects promoting health, education, and sustainability.
Eligible Funding
- From $1,000 to $5,000
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Types of eligible projects
Other SupportGrant and FundingOpen
Casino Rama Cares Community Program
Community contributions for local education and wellness initiatives
Eligible Funding
- No Condition
Eligible Industries
- Educational services
- Health care and social assistance
- Other services (except public administration)
Types of eligible projects
Grant and FundingClosed
Great Lakes Protection Initiative
Supports projects protecting and restoring the Great Lakes
Eligible Funding
- No Condition
Eligible Industries
- Public administration
Types of eligible projects
Environment and Climate
Grant and FundingClosed
Climate Change Adaptation Program
Funding for climate change adaptation projects in Canada, supporting natural resources and emerging issues.
Eligible Funding
- No Condition
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Types of eligible projects
Grant and FundingOpen
Agency Capacity Building Grant
Supports organizational development activities in preventive social services.
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 30,000 $
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Types of eligible projects
Grant and FundingOpen
United Way Winnipeg - Youth United
Supports youth-led community projects for social change
Eligible Funding
- No Condition
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Types of eligible projects
Grant and FundingClosed
Safer and Vital Communities Grant
Community collaboration to prevent hate motivated crime
Eligible Funding
- No Condition
Eligible Industries
- Health care and social assistance
- Other services (except public administration)
- Public administration
Types of eligible projects
Grant and FundingOpen
Youth Investment Fund
Supports short-term youth projects encouraging positive development
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 5,000 $
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Types of eligible projects
Partnering and CollaborationGrant and FundingOpen
Sector Development Partnership Grants
Supports Indigenous screen sector training and capacity building
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 30,000 $
Eligible Industries
- Information and cultural industries
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
Types of eligible projects
Human ResourcesInnovation
Grant and FundingOpen
Community Vitality Grant
Financial support for community-focused projects in the region
Eligible Funding
- From $50,000 to $350,000
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Types of eligible projects
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Grant and FundingOpen
Indigenous Participation Fund - Mineral development advisor stream
Supports Indigenous communities' participation in mineral development processes.
Eligible Funding
- No Condition
Eligible Industries
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
Types of eligible projects
Grant and FundingClosed
Support for Community Negotiations Fund
Supports costs related to specific negotiations
Eligible Funding
- No Condition
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Types of eligible projects
Grant and FundingClosed
Outdoor Recreation Fund
Supports community outdoor recreation in natural settings
Eligible Funding
- From $2,000 to $10,000
- Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
Types of eligible projects
Environment and ClimateConstruction and Renovation
Grant and FundingClosed
Zero Plastic Waste Initiative
Support for measurable plastic pollution reduction projects
Eligible Funding
- From $25,000 to $250,000
Eligible Industries
- Administrative and support, waste management and remediation services
- Public administration
Types of eligible projects
Environment and Climate
Grant and FundingClosed
BC Winter Games Legacy Grants
Supports amateur sports programs within Kimberley community
Eligible Funding
- No Condition
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Types of eligible projects
Grant and FundingOpen
Arts, Culture and Heritage Fund (ACHF)
Supports community arts, culture, and heritage projects in Windsor
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 5,000 $
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Types of eligible projects
Grant and FundingClosed
RDN Grants - Oceanside Community Safety Grants
Supports local safety initiatives and community patrol activities.
Eligible Funding
- No Condition
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Types of eligible projects
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 25,000 $
Eligible Industries
- Other services (except public administration)
Types of eligible projects
Grant and FundingClosed
Fondation Québec Philanthrope - Mental Health Support Program
Supports initiatives improving mental health access for equity groups
Eligible Funding
- From $25,000 to $25,000
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Types of eligible projects
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Grant and FundingOpen
The Lewitt Family Foundation
Supports education and music programs for those in need
Eligible Funding
- No Condition
Eligible Industries
- Educational services
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
Types of eligible projects
Grant and FundingClosed
Aménagement des jardins partagés
Support for developing public gardens for community well-being
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 20,000 $
- Up to 60% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Types of eligible projects
Grant and FundingClosed
Indigenous Violence Prevention Grants Program
Funding for violence prevention activities in Indigenous communities within Newfoundland and Labrador.
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 30,000 $
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Types of eligible projects
Grant and FundingClosed
Movement for Good
Supports impactful community initiatives by Canadian charities
Eligible Funding
- From $2,000 to $2,000
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Types of eligible projects
Grant and FundingClosed
The Intersectoral Action Fund
Funding for projects addressing social determinants and community resilience
Eligible Funding
- From $25,000 to $250,000
- Up to 100% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Types of eligible projects
Grant and FundingOpen
Oshki Wupoowane | The Blanket Fund - Reconciliation Action Grants
Support reconciliation activities that elevate Indigenous culture
Eligible Funding
- From $1,500 to $15,000
Eligible Industries
- Educational services
- Health care and social assistance
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
- Other services (except public administration)
Types of eligible projects
Grant and FundingOpen
Forest Enhancement Society of British Columbia
Supports wildfire risk reduction and community resilience projects in BC
Eligible Funding
- No Condition
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Types of eligible projects
Eligible Funding
- No Condition
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Types of eligible projects
Grant and FundingClosed
Aura Cacia Positive Change Project
Support for transformational programs for women and girls
Eligible Funding
- From $30,000 to $100,000
- Up to 33.333336% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Health care and social assistance
Types of eligible projects
Grant and FundingClosed
Oshki Wupoowane | The Blanket Fund - Capacity Building Grants
Capacity building for grassroots Indigenous-led initiatives
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 175,000 $
Eligible Industries
- Health care and social assistance
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
- Other services (except public administration)
Types of eligible projects
Grant and FundingClosed
Training and Regional Events
Support for cultural trainings and regional events
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 35,000 $
Eligible Industries
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
Types of eligible projects
Human Resources
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Grant and FundingClosed
Community Infrastructure Grants
Supports community infrastructure improvements for public benefit
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 5,000 $
Eligible Industries
- Public administration
Types of eligible projects
Environment and ClimateConstruction and Renovation
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 50,000 $
Eligible Industries
- Information and cultural industries
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
Types of eligible projects
Grant and FundingClosed
Funding of organizations for regional projects
Support for regional urban planning and development projects in Quebec.
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 800,000 $
- Up to 5% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Types of eligible projects
Grant and FundingClosed
Calgary Learns - Program Grants
Supports adult foundational literacy and learning programs
Eligible Funding
- No Condition
Eligible Industries
- Educational services
Types of eligible projects
Grant and FundingClosed
Creative and Critical Writings
Support for Arabic creative and critical writing
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 35,000 $
Eligible Industries
- Information and cultural industries
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
Types of eligible projects
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Grant and FundingClosed
Support for Indigenous Victims of Crime Initiative: Call for Proposals
Funding for projects supporting Indigenous victims of crime and justice improvements.
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 200,000 $
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Types of eligible projects
Grant and FundingClosed
Thunder Bay Community Foundation Grants
Supports local charitable programs and community projects
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 25,000 $
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Types of eligible projects
Eligible Funding
- Up to 40% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Other services (except public administration)
Types of eligible projects
Grant and FundingOpen
Fondation Québec Philanthrope - Free to Play
Supports outdoor play projects for children
Eligible Funding
- From $50,000 to $150,000
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Types of eligible projects
Eligible Funding
- No Condition
Eligible Industries
- Educational services
- Health care and social assistance
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
- Other services (except public administration)
Types of eligible projects
Grant and FundingOpen
1989 Jeux du Canada Games Foundation
Funds interest income to support amateur sports initiatives in Saskatchewan.
Eligible Funding
- No Condition
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Types of eligible projects
Grant and FundingClosed
Spruce Credit Union Legacy Grant
Funding for new Prince George community initiatives
Eligible Funding
- No Condition
Eligible Industries
- Other services (except public administration)
Types of eligible projects
Grant and FundingOpen
Recreation Grant - Ongoing Projects and Initiatives
Supports sustainability of existing community projects
Eligible Funding
- No Condition
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Types of eligible projects
Eligible Funding
- From $500 to $10,000
Eligible Industries
- Educational services
- Health care and social assistance
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
- Other services (except public administration)
Types of eligible projects
Grant and FundingOpen
Edmonton Immigrant and Refugee Communities Grant Program - Seed Grant
Funding for ethnocultural community groups to identify needs
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 4,000 $
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Types of eligible projects
Grant and FundingClosed
Prince George & Region Prosperity Fund
Supports poverty reduction and social inclusion initiatives
Eligible Funding
- No Condition
Eligible Industries
- Health care and social assistance
Types of eligible projects
Human ResourcesDigital Transformation
Grant and FundingClosed
Sports for Kids Grant
Supports inclusive youth sport participation in Vancouver
Eligible Funding
- From $500 to $20,000
Eligible Industries
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
Types of eligible projects
Construction and Renovation
Grant and FundingClosed
Fraser-Fort George Endowment Fund Grants
Supports community-led improvement and recreation initiatives
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 4,000 $
Eligible Industries
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
- Other services (except public administration)
Types of eligible projects
Construction and Renovation
Grant and FundingClosed
Annual Grant Program - General Support Grants
Supports operational costs for community-focused programs
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 10,000 $
- Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Educational services
- Health care and social assistance
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
Types of eligible projects
Eligible Funding
- From $2,000 to $2,000
Eligible Industries
- Other services (except public administration)
Types of eligible projects
Environment and Climate
Grant and FundingOpen
Recreation Grant - Training and Leadership Development
Supports training and leadership development activities
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 2,500 $
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Types of eligible projects
Eligible Funding
- From $200 to $500
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Types of eligible projects
Grant and FundingOpen
The Sifton Family Foundation
Supports community well-being, literacy, and recreation initiatives
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 25,000 $
Eligible Industries
- Educational services
- Health care and social assistance
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
- Other services (except public administration)
Types of eligible projects
Grant and FundingOpen
Petrolia Community Fund Grants
Supports local quality-of-life improvement projects
Eligible Funding
- From $200 to $2,000
Eligible Industries
- Educational services
- Health care and social assistance
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
- Other services (except public administration)
Types of eligible projects
Grant and FundingOpen
Wildlife Conservation
Supports wildlife habitat protection and ecosystem connectivity projects in British Columbia.
Eligible Funding
- No Condition
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Types of eligible projects
Grant and FundingOpen
Neighbourhood Grant Program - Celebration and Activity Grant
Supports community events promoting social awareness and connectedness
Eligible Funding
- From $150 to $4,000
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Types of eligible projects
Eligible Funding
- No Condition
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Types of eligible projects
Eligible Funding
- No Condition
Eligible Industries
- Educational services
- Other services (except public administration)
Types of eligible projects
Environment and Climate
Grant and FundingOpen
Scotiabank - ScotiaRISE
Large-scale social impact funding for organizations serving disadvantaged communities
Eligible Funding
- No Condition
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Types of eligible projects
Eligible Funding
- Up to 90% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Educational services
Types of eligible projects