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Nonprofit Grants and Funding in Canada

Canadian nonprofit funding can support defined projects, service delivery, organizational capacity, facilities, workforce development, research, and community outcomes. Applicant rules may distinguish incorporated nonprofits, registered charities, associations, cooperatives, public bodies, and community partners, so legal status must be confirmed before project fit. Compare eligible activities and costs, the funding mechanism, governance requirements, partner roles, reporting obligations, and the evidence used to demonstrate need and measurable benefit.

6296 programs
  • Municipality of Mississippi Mills logo
    Grant and FundingClosed

    Municipal Grant Program

    Municipal funding for community organizations
    Eligible Funding
    • Maximum amount : 5,000 $
    Eligible Industries
    • Arts, entertainment and recreation
    Types of eligible projects
    Construction and Renovation
    Legal Structure
    • non-profit business
    Ontario, Canada
  • Municipality of Leamington logo
    Grant and FundingClosed

    Municipal Grants Program

    Municipal funding for community organizations
    Eligible Funding
    • Maximum amount : 30,000 $
    • Up to 50% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    • Arts, entertainment and recreation
    • Other services (except public administration)
    • Public administration
    Types of eligible projects
    Construction and Renovation
    Legal Structure
    • non-profit business
    Cornwall, Leamington, Ontario
  • Municipality of East Hants logo
    Grant and FundingClosed

    Municipality of East Hants — General Funding

    Funding for local non-profit community organizations
    Eligible Funding
    • Maximum amount : 5,000 $
    • Up to 50% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    • All industries
    Types of eligible projects
    Construction and Renovation
    Legal Structure
    • non-profit business
    NS, Canada
  • Municipality of Meaford logo
    Grant and FundingTax CreditsClosed

    Municipality of Meaford Community Improvement Plan (CIP) – Financial Incentive Programs

    Financial incentives for property improvement and development
    Eligible Funding
    • From $1,000 to $50,000
    • Up to 50% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    • Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
    • Construction
    • Real estate and rental and leasing
    • Accommodation and food services
    Types of eligible projects
    Environment and ClimateConstruction and Renovation
    Legal Structure
    • non-profit business
    Ontario, Canada
  • Municipality of Port Hope logo
    Grant and FundingClosed

    Municipality of Port Hope Donation Program

    Municipal support for local community initiatives
    Eligible Funding
    • Maximum amount : 2,500 $
    Eligible Industries
    • Health care and social assistance
    • Arts, entertainment and recreation
    Types of eligible projects
    Legal Structure
    • non-profit business
    Port Hope, Ontario, Canada
  • The Guelph Community Foundation (GCF) logo
    Grant and FundingClosed

    Musagetes Grant Program

    Arts funding for community-focused projects
    Eligible Funding
    • Maximum amount : 5,000 $
    Types of eligible projects
    Legal Structure
    • non-profit business
    Timeline
    • Open Date : September 1, 2026
    Ontario, Canada
  • Canadian Heritage logo
    Grant and FundingClosed

    Museum Assistance Program - Collections Management

    Supports improved collections management in Canadian museums and heritage organizations
    Eligible Funding
    • Maximum amount : 200,000 $
    • Up to 50% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    • Information and cultural industries
    • Educational services
    • Arts, entertainment and recreation
    Types of eligible projects
    Digital Transformation
    Legal Structure
    • non-profit business
    Canada
  • Government of New Brunswick logo
    Grant and FundingClosed

    Museum collection inventory program

    Funding for museum collection inventory upgrades
    Eligible Funding
    • Maximum amount : 3,000 $
    • Up to 100% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    • Information and cultural industries
    • Arts, entertainment and recreation
    Types of eligible projects
    Legal Structure
    • non-profit business
    NB, Canada
  • Canadian Museums Association (CMA) logo
    Grant and FundingWage Subsidies And InternsClosed

    Museums - Canada Summer Jobs

    Short-term youth jobs in heritage and bilingual workplaces
    Eligible Funding
    • Maximum amount : 17,000 $
    • Up to 70% of project cost
    Types of eligible projects
    Human Resources
    Legal Structure
    • non-profit business
    Timeline
    • Closing date : January 19, 2024
    Canada
  • Government of Canada logo
    Grant and FundingClosed

    Museums Assistance Program (MAP)

    Funding for heritage collections and exhibitions
    Eligible Funding
    • Varies by project
    Eligible Industries
    • Arts, entertainment and recreation
    Types of eligible projects
    Digital Transformation
    Legal Structure
    • non-profit business
    Quebec, Canada
  • County of Brant logo
    Grant and FundingClosed

    Music in the Park 2026 – Call for Artists

    Free outdoor concert series in Paris
    Eligible Funding
    • Varies by project
    Eligible Industries
    • Arts, entertainment and recreation
    Types of eligible projects
    Legal Structure
    • non-profit business
    Paris, Ontario, Canada
  • Music PEI logo
    Grant and FundingClosed

    Music PEI Funding Program

    Support for PEI music company development
    Eligible Funding
    • Maximum amount : 4,000 $
    • Up to 80% of project cost
    Types of eligible projects
    CommercializationInnovationDigital Transformation
    Legal Structure
    • non-profit business
    Timeline
    • Closing date : April 30, 2024
    PE, Canada
  • Genesis Inspiration Foundation logo
    Grant and FundingClosed

    Music Workshop Grant

    Supports culturally responsive music education
    Eligible Funding
    • Maximum amount : 25,000 $
    Eligible Industries
    • Educational services
    Types of eligible projects
    Legal Structure
    • non-profit business
    Canada
  • Musicaction logo
    Grant and FundingClosed

    Musicaction — Event in Canada

    Support for Canadian music events
    Eligible Funding
    • Maximum amount : 85,000 $
    • Up to 75% of project cost
    Types of eligible projects
    Commercialization
    Legal Structure
    • non-profit business
    Timeline
    • Closing date : March 13, 2026
    Quebec, Canada
  • MusiCounts logo
    Grant and FundingClosed

    Musicompte prices

    Recognition for outstanding Canadian music teachers
    Eligible Funding
    • Maximum amount : 10,000 $
    Types of eligible projects
    Legal Structure
    • non-profit business
    Timeline
    • Open Date : October 28, 2025
    • Closing date : December 2, 2025
    Ontario, Canada
  • MusiCounts logo
    Grant and FundingClosed

    MusiCounts - Scholarships

    Support for music education and emerging talent
    Eligible Funding
    • Varies by project
    Eligible Industries
    • Educational services
    • Arts, entertainment and recreation
    Types of eligible projects
    Legal Structure
    • non-profit business
    Canada
  • Muslim Legacy Fund (MLF) logo
    Grant and FundingClosed

    Muslim Legacy Fund — Community Grants

    Funding for charitable organizations serving communities
    Eligible Funding
    • Varies by project
    Eligible Industries
    • Educational services
    • Health care and social assistance
    • Other services (except public administration)
    • Public administration
    Types of eligible projects
    Environment and Climate
    Legal Structure
    • non-profit business
    Quebec, Canada
  • Sport Quebec logo
    Grant and FundingClosed

    My First Games

    Supports youth sports initiation through local and regional events
    Eligible Funding
    • Maximum amount : 1,000 $
    Types of eligible projects
    Legal Structure
    • non-profit business
    Timeline
    • Open Date : March 11, 2025
    • Closing date : September 30, 2025
    Quebec, Canada
  • Vision Network (VSRN) logo
    Grant and FundingClosed

    Myopia Fund

    Funding for myopia research initiatives
    Eligible Funding
    • Maximum amount : 50,000 $
    Types of eligible projects
    Innovation
    Legal Structure
    • non-profit business
    Timeline
    • Closing date : July 15, 2026
    Quebec, Canada
  • Myositis Canada (MYOCAN) logo
    Grant and FundingClosed

    Myositis Canada — Research Funding

    Research support for myositis-related projects
    Eligible Funding
    • Varies by project
    Eligible Industries
    • Health care and social assistance
    Types of eligible projects
    Legal Structure
    • non-profit business
    Alberta, NL, Ontario, Quebec, Canada
  • City of Nanaimo logo
    Grant and FundingClosed

    Nanaimo Youth Resilience Grants

    Youth violence prevention in Nanaimo
    Eligible Funding
    • Up to 100% of project cost
    Types of eligible projects
    Legal Structure
    • non-profit business
    Timeline
    • Closing date : August 14, 2023
    Nanaimo, BC, Canada
  • Coaching Association of Canada (CAC) logo
    Grant and FundingClosed

    National ACE Prize Program

    Recognition program for coaching excellence in Canada
    Eligible Funding
    • Varies by project
    Eligible Industries
    • Arts, entertainment and recreation
    Types of eligible projects
    Innovation
    Legal Structure
    • non-profit business
    Canada
  • Engineers Canada logo
    Grant and FundingClosed

    National award for an engineering project or achievement

    Recognition for outstanding engineering achievements
    Eligible Funding
    • Varies by project
    Eligible Industries
    • Professional, scientific and technical services
    • Educational services
    Types of eligible projects
    Innovation
    Legal Structure
    • non-profit business
    Canada
  • John D. Voelker Foundation logo
    Grant and FundingClosed

    Native American Law School Scholarship

    Scholarship for Native American law students
    Eligible Funding
    • Maximum amount : 4,000 $
    Eligible Industries
    • Educational services
    • Other services (except public administration)
    • Public administration
    Types of eligible projects
    Legal Structure
    • non-profit business
    Canada
  • The Unison Benevolent Fund logo
    Grant and FundingClosed

    Natural disaster relief program

    Direct support for music workers after disasters
    Eligible Funding
    • From $2,500 to $2,500
    Eligible Industries
    • Arts, entertainment and recreation
    Types of eligible projects
    Legal Structure
    • non-profit business
    Canada
  • WWF Canada (WWF) logo
    Grant and FundingClosed

    Nature and climate grant program

    Supports nature-based restoration projects
    Eligible Funding
    • Varies by project
    Eligible Industries
    • Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
    • Professional, scientific and technical services
    • Public administration
    Types of eligible projects
    Environment and Climate
    Legal Structure
    • non-profit business
    BC, NB, Ontario, Quebec, Canada
  • NBA Foundation (NBA) logo
    Grant and FundingClosed

    NBA Foundation Grant Program

    Supports youth workforce development and career readiness
    Eligible Funding
    • Varies by project
    Eligible Industries
    • Public administration
    Types of eligible projects
    Innovation
    Legal Structure
    • non-profit business
    Canada
  • NED (NED) logo
    Grant and FundingClosed

    NED Grants Program

    Support for democracy-focused international projects
    Eligible Funding
    • Varies by project
    Types of eligible projects
    Legal Structure
    • non-profit business
    Timeline
    • Closing date : June 2, 2026
    Canada
  • City of Kingston logo
    Grant and FundingClosed

    Neighbourhood Activation Fund

    In-kind support for community-led neighbourhood events
    Eligible Funding
    • Maximum amount : 4,000 $
    Eligible Industries
    • Arts, entertainment and recreation
    Types of eligible projects
    Legal Structure
    • non-profit business
    Kingston, Ontario, Canada
  • City of Waterloo logo
    Grant and FundingClosed

    Neighbourhood Fund

    Support for neighbourhood community-building projects in Waterloo
    Eligible Funding
    • Maximum amount : 7,500 $
    Types of eligible projects
    Legal Structure
    • non-profit business
    Timeline
    • Closing date : October 22, 2025
    Ontario, Canada
  • City of Chilliwack logo
    Grant and FundingClosed

    Neighbourhood Grant Program - Grass Roots Grant

    Matching support for neighbourhood improvement projects
    Eligible Funding
    • From $150 to $4,000
    • Up to 50% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    • All industries
    Types of eligible projects
    Legal Structure
    • non-profit business
    Chilliwack, BC, Canada
  • City of Toronto logo
    Grant and FundingClosed

    Neighbourhood Planting Program

    Community support for tree planting events
    Eligible Funding
    • Maximum amount : 500 $
    Types of eligible projects
    Environment and Climate
    Legal Structure
    • non-profit business
    Timeline
    • Closing date : July 9, 2026
    Toronto, Ontario, Canada
  • City of London logo
    Grant and FundingClosed

    Neighbourhood Small Events Fund

    Funding for small neighbourhood events
    Eligible Funding
    • Maximum amount : 500 $
    Eligible Industries
    • Arts, entertainment and recreation
    Types of eligible projects
    Legal Structure
    • non-profit business
    London, Ontario, Canada
  • City of London logo
    Other SupportClosed

    Neighbourhood-Managed Ice Rinks

    Volunteer-run community ice rinks in London
    Eligible Funding
    • Maximum amount : 400 $
    Eligible Industries
    • Arts, entertainment and recreation
    Types of eligible projects
    Legal Structure
    • non-profit business
    London, Ontario, Canada
  • Eligible Funding
    • Varies by project
    Types of eligible projects
    Human Resources
    Legal Structure
    • non-profit business
    Timeline
    • Open Date : October 1, 2024
    • Closing date : November 13, 2024
    Canada
  • University of Calgary logo
    Researchers And FacilitiesGrant and FundingWage Subsidies And InternsClosed

    Neuroscience Summer Research Scholarships (NSRS)

    Partial salary support for neuroscience summer research
    Eligible Funding
    • From $1,000 to $1,000
    Eligible Industries
    • Educational services
    • Health care and social assistance
    Types of eligible projects
    Legal Structure
    • non-profit business
    Alberta, Canada
  • Government of New Brunswick logo
    Grant and FundingClosed

    New Brunswick Bilingualism Support Program (NBBSP)

    Support for bilingualism initiatives in New Brunswick
    Eligible Funding
    • Up to 100% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    • Educational services
    • Health care and social assistance
    • Arts, entertainment and recreation
    • Other services (except public administration)
    Types of eligible projects
    Legal Structure
    • non-profit business
    NB, Canada
  • New Brunswick Wildlife Trust logo
    Grant and FundingClosed

    New Brunswick Wildlife Trust Fund Grants

    Funding for wildlife-focused projects in New Brunswick
    Eligible Funding
    • Maximum amount : 15,000 $
    • Up to 75% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    • Educational services
    Types of eligible projects
    Environment and Climate
    Legal Structure
    • non-profit business
    NB, Canada
  • Kiwanis Foundation of Canada (KFC) logo
    Grant and FundingClosed

    New Club Opening Grant

    Funding for opening new Kiwanis clubs
    Eligible Funding
    • Maximum amount : 1,000 $
    Eligible Industries
    • Educational services
    • Health care and social assistance
    • Arts, entertainment and recreation
    Types of eligible projects
    Construction and Renovation
    Legal Structure
    • non-profit business
    Ontario, Canada
  • Foundation for Angelman Syndrome Therapeutics (FAST) logo
    Researchers And FacilitiesClosed

    New Investigator Award

    Supports early-career translational research independence
    Eligible Funding
    • Maximum amount : 150,000 $
    • Up to 80% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    • Professional, scientific and technical services
    • Educational services
    Types of eligible projects
    Legal Structure
    • non-profit business
    Canada
  • Minister of Transport and Sustainable Mobility of Quebec logo
    Grant and FundingClosed

    New Mobility Assistance Program (NOMO) – Stream 1

    Supports sustainable mobility solutions through integrated technology and planning
    Eligible Funding
    • Maximum amount : 1,500,000 $
    • Up to 75% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    • Transportation and warehousing
    • Professional, scientific and technical services
    • Educational services
    • Health care and social assistance
    Types of eligible projects
    TechnologyEnvironment and ClimateInnovation
    Legal Structure
    • non-profit business
    Quebec, Canada
  • Minister of Transport and Sustainable Mobility of Quebec logo
    Grant and FundingClosed

    New Mobility Assistance Program (NOMO) – Stream 2

    Supports sustainable, connected mobility and workplace travel management initiatives
    Eligible Funding
    • Maximum amount : 75,000 $
    • Up to 75% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    • Transportation and warehousing
    • Educational services
    • Health care and social assistance
    • Other services (except public administration)
    Types of eligible projects
    TechnologyEnvironment and ClimateConstruction and Renovation
    Legal Structure
    • non-profit business
    Quebec, Canada
  • Canadian Donation and Transplantation Research Program (CDTRP) logo
    Researchers And FacilitiesPartnering and CollaborationGrant and FundingClosed

    Next Ten Years of Transforming Lives

    Support for high-impact research funding development
    Eligible Funding
    • Maximum amount : 50,000 $
    Eligible Industries
    • Professional, scientific and technical services
    • Health care and social assistance
    Types of eligible projects
    CommercializationArtificial Intelligence (AI)InnovationDigital Transformation
    Legal Structure
    • non-profit business
    Ontario, Canada
  • Next Generation Manufacturing Canada (NGen) logo
    Partnering and CollaborationGrant and FundingClosed

    NGen — Advanced Manufacturing Projects

    Funding for collaborative advanced manufacturing innovation projects in Canada
    Eligible Funding
    • Up to 37% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    • Manufacturing
    Types of eligible projects
    CommercializationTechnologyEnvironment and ClimateInnovation
    Legal Structure
    • non-profit business
    Canada
  • Next Generation Manufacturing Canada (NGen) logo
    Grant and FundingClosed

    NGen — Advanced Manufacturing Quantum Program

    Commercializing quantum technologies in advanced manufacturing
    Eligible Funding
    • Maximum amount : 2,000,000 $
    • Up to 40% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    • Manufacturing
    • Information and cultural industries
    • Professional, scientific and technical services
    Types of eligible projects
    CommercializationTechnologyInnovation
    Legal Structure
    • non-profit business
    Canada
  • Next Generation Manufacturing Canada (NGen) logo
    Partnering and CollaborationGrant and FundingClosed

    NGen — Advanced Manufacturing Technology Program

    Funding collaborative projects for transformative advanced manufacturing in Canada
    Eligible Funding
    • From $600,000 to $3,200,000
    • Up to 40% of project cost
    Types of eligible projects
    TechnologyInnovation
    Legal Structure
    • non-profit business
    Timeline
    • Open Date : September 19, 2025
    • Closing date : September 23, 2025
    Canada
  • Next Generation Manufacturing Canada (NGen) logo
    Grant and FundingClosed

    NGen — Cluster Accelerator Program

    Support for Canadian advanced manufacturing clusters
    Eligible Funding
    • Maximum amount : 100,000 $
    Types of eligible projects
    CommercializationEnvironment and ClimateHuman ResourcesInnovation
    Legal Structure
    • non-profit business
    Timeline
    • Open Date : September 5, 2024
    • Closing date : November 8, 2024
    Canada
  • Next Generation Manufacturing Canada (NGen) logo
    Grant and FundingClosed

    NGen — Pilot Projects

    Funding for collaborative advanced manufacturing projects
    Eligible Funding
    • From $100,000 to $250,000
    • Up to 50% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    • Manufacturing
    • Professional, scientific and technical services
    Types of eligible projects
    CommercializationTechnologyInnovation
    Legal Structure
    • non-profit business
    Ontario, Canada
  • Government of the Northwest Territories (GNWT) logo
    Grant and FundingClosed

    NGO Stabilization Fund

    Money for NGOs delivering essential services in the NWT
    Eligible Funding
    • Maximum amount : 50,000 $
    Types of eligible projects
    Human Resources
    Legal Structure
    • non-profit business
    Timeline
    • Closing date : February 13, 2026
    NT, Canada
  • City of Niagara Falls logo
    Grant and FundingClosed

    Niagara Falls Cultural Development Fund

    Funding for Niagara Falls cultural projects
    Eligible Funding
    • Maximum amount : 10,000 $
    Types of eligible projects
    Innovation
    Legal Structure
    • non-profit business
    Timeline
    • Open Date : October 8, 2026
    • Closing date : November 28, 2026
    Niagara Falls, Ontario, Canada
  • City of Niagara Falls logo
    Grant and FundingClosed

    Niagara Falls Sport Tourism Grant

    Financial support for major sports events in Niagara Falls
    Eligible Funding
    • From $500 to $5,000
    • Up to 20% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    • All industries
    Types of eligible projects
    Legal Structure
    • non-profit business
    Ontario, Canada
  • Indigenous Learning Centre logo
    Grant and FundingClosed

    NIB Trust Fund

    Support for Indigenous professional training applications
    Eligible Funding
    • Varies by project
    Types of eligible projects
    Legal Structure
    • non-profit business
    Timeline
    • Closing date : June 5, 2020
    Canada
  • Nickle Family Foundation (NFF) logo
    Grant and FundingClosed

    Nickle Family Foundation Grants

    Support for Calgary charitable organizations
    Eligible Funding
    • From $5,000 to $20,000
    Eligible Industries
    • All industries
    Types of eligible projects
    Environment and Climate
    Legal Structure
    • non-profit business
    Calgary, Alberta, Canada