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Quebec Grants for Non-Profit Organizations: Comprehensive Overview and Opportunities

Non-profit organizations (NPOs) in Quebec play a vital role in supporting social, cultural, and community development. Access to grants and funding opportunities is essential for these organizations to carry out impactful projects that benefit local communities, address social issues, and promote economic growth. Quebec offers various grant programs specifically designed for non-profit organizations, providing crucial financial support for development, innovation, and community services. This article provides an overview of Quebec’s grant programs for non-profits, highlights the funding options available across Canada, and introduces key resources like Grantwatch for accessing international grant opportunities.

1166 opportunities available
Spark Funds
Grant and FundingClosed

Spark Funds

Victoria Foundation
Support for collaborative projects enhancing belonging and affordability
Eligible Funding
  • From $5,000 to $15,000
Eligible Industries
  • All industries
Types of eligible projects
Canada Foundation for Innovation - Northern Fund
Grant and FundingOpen

Canada Foundation for Innovation - Northern Fund

John R. Evans Leaders Fund; Leaders Opportunity Fund (LOF)
Provides funding for research infrastructure in Northern Canada
Eligible Funding
  • From $250,000 to $2,500,000
  • Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries
  • All industries
Types of eligible projects
Good Neighbour Program
Grant and FundingOpen

Good Neighbour Program

Meridian Credit Union
Funding for community-focused initiatives and local causes
Eligible Funding
  • No Condition
Eligible Industries
  • All industries
Types of eligible projects
Aide financière aux festivals et aux événements touristiques - Stream 1: Festivals and Major Tourist Events
Grant and FundingClosed

Aide financière aux festivals et aux événements touristiques - Stream 1: Festivals and Major Tourist Events

Quebec Ministry of Tourism (MTO)
Supports large festivals and tourist events in Quebec to enhance regional tourism.
Eligible Funding
  • Maximum amount : 1,250,000 $
Eligible Industries
  • All industries
Types of eligible projects
Canada Foundation for Innovation - John R. Evans Leaders Fund (JELF)
Grant and FundingOpen

Canada Foundation for Innovation - John R. Evans Leaders Fund (JELF)

John R. Evans Leaders Fund; Leaders Opportunity Fund (LOF)
Funding for research infrastructure to attract top researchers and enhance competitiveness
Eligible Funding
  • Maximum amount : 800,000 $
Eligible Industries
  • All industries
Types of eligible projects
Museum Grant Program
Grant and FundingOpen

Museum Grant Program

SaskCulture
Funding for Saskatchewan museums to improve programs and community engagement
Eligible Funding
  • From $1,500 to $50,000
Eligible Industries
  • All industries
Types of eligible projects
BMO Gives
Grant and FundingOpen

BMO Gives

Bank of Montreal
Supports community and environmental resilience projects in North America.
Eligible Funding
  • No Condition
Eligible Industries
  • All industries
Types of eligible projects
Tourism, Culture and Sport Enhancement Fund
Grant and FundingOpen

Tourism, Culture and Sport Enhancement Fund

County of Simcoe
Support for tourism, culture, and sport infrastructure and promotion within Simcoe County.
Eligible Funding
  • Maximum amount : 20,000 $
Eligible Industries
  • All industries
Types of eligible projects
Multiculturalism and Anti-Racism Program - Projects component
Grant and FundingClosed

Multiculturalism and Anti-Racism Program - Projects component

Department of Canadian Heritage (LJI)
Supports community projects tackling racism and hate to foster diversity and inclusion.
Eligible Funding
  • Maximum amount : 1,000,000 $
Eligible Industries
  • All industries
Types of eligible projects
Children, Youth & Families Grants
Grant and FundingOpen

Children, Youth & Families Grants

The Peter Gilgan Foundation (PGF)
Financial support for organizations serving children and families
Eligible Funding
  • From $10,000 to $100,000
  • Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries
  • All industries
Types of eligible projects
Indigenous Youth
Grant and FundingOpen

Indigenous Youth

The Peter Gilgan Foundation (PGF)
Financial support for Indigenous-led youth programs in health and development
Eligible Funding
  • Maximum amount : 50,000 $
  • Up to 10% of project cost
Eligible Industries
  • All industries
Types of eligible projects
Canada Cultural Investment Fund - Limited Support to Endangered Arts Organizations
Grant and FundingOpen

Canada Cultural Investment Fund - Limited Support to Endangered Arts Organizations

Department of Canadian Heritage (LJI)
Financial aid for arts organizations facing closure to support restructuring efforts.
Eligible Funding
  • Maximum amount : 250,000 $
Eligible Industries
  • All industries
Types of eligible projects
Metcalf Foundation - Performing Arts Program: Strategic Experimentation Fund
Grant and FundingOpen

Metcalf Foundation - Performing Arts Program: Strategic Experimentation Fund

The George Cedric Metcalf Charitable Foundation
Supports organizational development and innovation in the arts sector in Toronto
Eligible Funding
  • Maximum amount : 40,000 $
Eligible Industries
  • All industries
Types of eligible projects
Building Communities through Arts and Heritage - Legacy Fund
Grant and FundingClosed

Building Communities through Arts and Heritage - Legacy Fund

Department of Canadian Heritage (LJI)
Funding for community arts and heritage capital projects
Eligible Funding
  • Maximum amount : 100,000 $
  • Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries
  • All industries
Types of eligible projects
Community Partnership Capital Programs - Community Partnership Minor Capital Program
Grant and FundingOpen

Community Partnership Capital Programs - Community Partnership Minor Capital Program

City of Ottawa
Support for small improvements to public parks and cultural facilities.
Eligible Funding
  • Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries
  • All industries
Types of eligible projects
Museums Assistance Program - Access to Heritage
Grant and FundingClosed

Museums Assistance Program - Access to Heritage

Department of Canadian Heritage (LJI)
Funding for travelling heritage exhibitions in Canada.
Eligible Funding
  • Maximum amount : 200,000 $
  • Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries
  • All industries
Types of eligible projects
Community Development Grants
Grant and FundingClosed

Community Development Grants

Canadian Tire Jumpstart Charities
Funding for inclusive youth sports and physical activity programs.
Eligible Funding
  • No Condition
Eligible Industries
  • All industries
Types of eligible projects
SickKids Foundation - Community Conference Grants
Grant and FundingOpen

SickKids Foundation - Community Conference Grants

The Hospital for Sick Children Foundation
Supports community-based events focused on child health issues in Canada
Eligible Funding
  • Maximum amount : 5,000 $
Eligible Industries
  • All industries
Types of eligible projects
Community Investment Grants
Grant and FundingOpen

Community Investment Grants

United Way British Columbia
Funding for community-based youth mental health programs in Vancouver Island regions
Eligible Funding
  • No Condition
Eligible Industries
  • All industries
Types of eligible projects
Arts & Culture Grants - Celebrations & Events Grants
Grant and FundingOpen

Arts & Culture Grants - Celebrations & Events Grants

City and District of North Vancouver; North Vancouver Recreation & Culture Commission
Support for community, celebration, and arts festivals fostering regional cultural engagement
Eligible Funding
  • Maximum amount : 17,500 $
  • Up to 40% of project cost
Eligible Industries
  • All industries
Types of eligible projects
Arts & Culture Grants - Community Public Art Grants
Grant and FundingOpen

Arts & Culture Grants - Community Public Art Grants

City and District of North Vancouver; North Vancouver Recreation & Culture Commission
Funding to support participatory public art projects engaging communities
Eligible Funding
  • Maximum amount : 15,000 $
Eligible Industries
  • All industries
Types of eligible projects
Community Action Initiative (CAI) - Community Counselling Grants
Grant and FundingOpen

Community Action Initiative (CAI) - Community Counselling Grants

Province of British Columbia
Funding for community counselling promoting health equity in British Columbia
Eligible Funding
  • Maximum amount : 120,000 $
Eligible Industries
  • All industries
Types of eligible projects
Community Action Initiative (CAI) - Gathering Our Voices: Northern Indigenous Communities Convening Grant
Grant and FundingOpen

Community Action Initiative (CAI) - Gathering Our Voices: Northern Indigenous Communities Convening Grant

Province of British Columbia
Supports community-led dialogues on mental health in Northern Indigenous communities.
Eligible Funding
  • From $10,000 to $10,000
Eligible Industries
  • All industries
Types of eligible projects
MacArthur Foundation
Grant and FundingOpen

MacArthur Foundation

John D & Catherine T Macarthur Foundation
Long-term strategic funding for societal impact projects addressing key social issues.
Eligible Funding
  • No Condition
Eligible Industries
  • All industries
Types of eligible projects
Weston Family Foundation - Northern Conservation Program
Grant and FundingOpen

Weston Family Foundation - Northern Conservation Program

The W. Garfield Weston Foundation
Funding for conservation projects in northern Canada focusing on protected areas and stewardship.
Eligible Funding
  • From $450,000 to $1,500,000
Eligible Industries
  • All industries
Types of eligible projects

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Indigenous Arts & Culture Fund
Grant and FundingOpen

Indigenous Arts & Culture Fund

City of Toronto
Supports Indigenous-led arts and culture projects in Toronto.
Eligible Funding
  • Maximum amount : 30,000 $
Eligible Industries
  • All industries
Types of eligible projects
Civic Engagement for Social Change
Grant and FundingOpen

Civic Engagement for Social Change

The Catherine Donnelly Foundation
Supports community projects using education to promote justice and equity.
Eligible Funding
  • From $10,000 to $50,000
Eligible Industries
  • All industries
Types of eligible projects
Call for Applications: Youth Civic Engagement
Grant and FundingOpen

Call for Applications: Youth Civic Engagement

Max Bell Foundation
Supports initiatives that promote youth civic participation with up to $50,000 funding and external support requirements.
Eligible Funding
  • Maximum amount : 50,000 $
  • Up to 200% of project cost
Eligible Industries
  • All industries
Types of eligible projects
Re-Imagine Downtown Activation Grant
Grant and FundingOpen

Re-Imagine Downtown Activation Grant

City of Lethbridge
Supports community and business activation of downtown spaces
Eligible Funding
  • Maximum amount : 15,000 $
  • Up to 100% of project cost
Eligible Industries
  • All industries
Types of eligible projects
Collective Fund for Climate and Ecological Transition
Grant and FundingOpen

Collective Fund for Climate and Ecological Transition

The Foundation of Greater Montreal
Supports community-based projects for climate resilient development
Eligible Funding
  • Maximum amount : 15,000 $
Eligible Industries
  • All industries
Types of eligible projects
Resident Directed (ReDi) Grants
Grant and FundingOpen

Resident Directed (ReDi) Grants

Columbia Basin Trust
Community-focused funding supporting local projects with public value
Eligible Funding
  • No Condition
Eligible Industries
  • All industries
Types of eligible projects
Small-scale Ecosystem Grants
Grant and FundingOpen

Small-scale Ecosystem Grants

Columbia Basin Trust
Supports ecological restoration and biodiversity projects in the Columbia Basin region
Eligible Funding
  • Maximum amount : 80,000 $
  • Up to 80% of project cost
Eligible Industries
  • All industries
Types of eligible projects
Major arts, cultural festivals, agricultural fairs programs - Festivals Program
Grant and FundingOpen

Major arts, cultural festivals, agricultural fairs programs - Festivals Program

City of Ottawa
Supports local arts and cultural festivals in Ottawa
Eligible Funding
  • No Condition
Eligible Industries
  • All industries
Types of eligible projects
Research Grants and Fellowships
Grant and FundingOpen

Research Grants and Fellowships

PVA's Spinal Cord Research Foundation
Supports research and training focused on spinal cord injury breakthroughs
Eligible Funding
  • Maximum amount : 200,000 $
Eligible Industries
  • All industries
Types of eligible projects
EcoAction - Stream 1 - Community-led Freshwater Action across Canada
Grant and FundingOpen

EcoAction - Stream 1 - Community-led Freshwater Action across Canada

Canada Water Agency (CWA)
Funding for community-led freshwater and environmental projects
Eligible Funding
  • From $25,000 to $100,000
  • Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries
  • All industries
Types of eligible projects
Future Generations Foundation
Grant and FundingOpen

Future Generations Foundation

National Indian Brotherhood Trust Fund
Support for Indigenous cultural, educational, and healing projects.
Eligible Funding
  • Maximum amount : 400,000 $
Eligible Industries
  • All industries
Types of eligible projects
Emergency Response Grants
Grant and FundingOpen

Emergency Response Grants

United Way British Columbia
Financial aid for community emergency responses to wildfires and disasters.
Eligible Funding
  • Maximum amount : 15,000 $
Eligible Industries
  • All industries
Types of eligible projects
School’s Out Summer
Grant and FundingOpen

School’s Out Summer

United Way British Columbia
Supports summer enrichment programs for children facing barriers with public funding.
Eligible Funding
  • Maximum amount : 50,000 $
Eligible Industries
  • Educational services
Types of eligible projects
Children and Youth Program Grants
Grant and FundingOpen

Children and Youth Program Grants

The Winnipeg Foundation
Supports programs for youth facing systemic barriers in Winnipeg.
Eligible Funding
  • Maximum amount : 25,000 $
Eligible Industries
  • All industries
Types of eligible projects
Arts Funding Program - Grow Forward Grants
Grant and FundingOpen

Arts Funding Program - Grow Forward Grants

Capital Regional District
Supports arts organizations' capacity-building and sectoral development
Eligible Funding
  • Maximum amount : 5,000 $
Eligible Industries
  • All industries
Types of eligible projects
Donor Advised Funds
Grant and FundingOpen

Donor Advised Funds

Vancity Community Foundation
Flexible philanthropic funding supporting community projects and priorities.
Eligible Funding
  • No Condition
Eligible Industries
  • All industries
Types of eligible projects
Niagara Falls Cultural Development Fund
Grant and FundingOpen

Niagara Falls Cultural Development Fund

City of Niagara Falls
Supports local cultural and heritage projects in Niagara Falls.
Eligible Funding
  • From $2,500 to $10,000
Eligible Industries
  • All industries
Types of eligible projects
Arts & Culture Investment Program
Grant and FundingOpen

Arts & Culture Investment Program

City of Barrie
Supports arts organizations in Barrie with project and capacity-building funding.
Eligible Funding
  • Maximum amount : 5,000 $
  • Up to 60% of project cost
Eligible Industries
  • All industries
Types of eligible projects
Climate Change and Human Health Seed Grants
Grant and FundingOpen

Climate Change and Human Health Seed Grants

Burroughs Wellcome Fund
Support for innovative climate-health projects in US and Canada
Eligible Funding
  • From $2,500 to $50,000
Eligible Industries
  • All industries
Types of eligible projects
Vision Grants
Grant and FundingOpen

Vision Grants

The Spencer Foundation
Supports interdisciplinary research planning to transform education for equity
Eligible Funding
  • Maximum amount : 75,000 $
Eligible Industries
  • All industries
Types of eligible projects
Climate + Health Excellence (CHEX) Centers
Grant and FundingOpen

Climate + Health Excellence (CHEX) Centers

Burroughs Wellcome Fund
Supports research, education, and communication on climate and health.
Eligible Funding
  • Maximum amount : 10,000,000 $
Eligible Industries
  • All industries
Types of eligible projects
Community Initiatives Fund - Community Grant Program
Grant and FundingOpen

Community Initiatives Fund - Community Grant Program

Saskatchewan Ministry of Parks, Culture and Sport.
Funding for community programs promoting wellbeing and development
Eligible Funding
  • Maximum amount : 50,000 $
Eligible Industries
  • All industries
Types of eligible projects
Community Funding Program - Emerging Community Need Funding
Grant and FundingOpen

Community Funding Program - Emerging Community Need Funding

City of Ottawa
Funding for activities addressing emerging community needs
Eligible Funding
  • Maximum amount : 30,000 $
Eligible Industries
  • Health care and social assistance
  • Other services (except public administration)
  • Public administration
Types of eligible projects
Rail Safety Improvement Program - Infrastructure, Technology and Research (ITR)
Grant and FundingOpen

Rail Safety Improvement Program - Infrastructure, Technology and Research (ITR)

Transport Canada (TC)
Funds rail safety infrastructure upgrades, technology improvements, and research initiatives
Eligible Funding
  • No Condition
Eligible Industries
  • All industries
Types of eligible projects
Multiculturalism and Anti-Racism Program - Events component
Grant and FundingOpen

Multiculturalism and Anti-Racism Program - Events component

Department of Canadian Heritage (LJI)
Supports community events promoting cultural understanding and anti-racism.
Eligible Funding
  • Maximum amount : 100,000 $
Eligible Industries
  • All industries
Types of eligible projects
V
Grant and FundingOpen

Veteran and Family Well-Being Fund - Grants

Veterans Affairs Canada (VAC)
Supports projects enhancing Veteran well-being and family support
Eligible Funding
  • Maximum amount : 500,000 $
Eligible Industries
  • All industries
Types of eligible projects
Farm Credit Canada - FCC Community Funding
Grant and FundingOpen

Farm Credit Canada - FCC Community Funding

Farm Credit Canada (FCC)
Supports community projects focused on food security and well-being.
Eligible Funding
  • Maximum amount : 10,000 $
Eligible Industries
  • All industries
Types of eligible projects
Canadian Experiences Fund - Canada Economic Development for Quebec Regions (CED)
Grant and FundingOpen

Canadian Experiences Fund - Canada Economic Development for Quebec Regions (CED)

Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada (ISED)
Supports tourism product development, training, and visitor facilities
Eligible Funding
  • No Condition
Eligible Industries
  • Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
  • Arts, entertainment and recreation
  • Accommodation and food services
Types of eligible projects
Environment and ClimateHuman Resources
Metcalf Foundation - Performing Arts Program: Booster Fund
Grant and FundingOpen

Metcalf Foundation - Performing Arts Program: Booster Fund

The George Cedric Metcalf Charitable Foundation
Financial support for arts projects and activities in 2026
Eligible Funding
  • Maximum amount : 30,000 $
Eligible Industries
  • All industries
Types of eligible projects
Défi-Québec, an entrepreneurial city
Grant and FundingOpen

Défi-Québec, an entrepreneurial city

Quebec City
Supports innovative startups in Québec and Wendake to launch operations
Eligible Funding
  • Maximum amount : 50,000 $
  • Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries
  • Utilities
  • Manufacturing
  • Information and cultural industries
  • Professional, scientific and technical services
Types of eligible projects
CommercializationArtificial Intelligence (AI)TechnologyEnvironment and ClimateInnovation
2026 Recreational, Sports, and Outdoor Infrastructure Financial Assistance Program
Grant and FundingOpen

2026 Recreational, Sports, and Outdoor Infrastructure Financial Assistance Program

Gouvernement du Québec
Supports recreation, sport, and outdoor infrastructure projects
Eligible Funding
  • Up to 66% of project cost
Eligible Industries
  • Educational services
  • Arts, entertainment and recreation
  • Public administration
Types of eligible projects
Downtown residential construction subsidy program
Grant and FundingOpen

Downtown residential construction subsidy program

City of Gatineau
Supports downtown residential construction and added housing units
Eligible Funding
  • Maximum amount : 40,000 $
  • Up to 90% of project cost
Eligible Industries
  • Construction
  • Real estate and rental and leasing
Types of eligible projects
Intercultural Conversations
Grant and FundingOpenClosing Soon

Intercultural Conversations

The Cole Foundation
Supports theatre projects that promote cultural diversity and intercultural dialogue.
Eligible Funding
  • Maximum amount : 25,000 $
Eligible Industries
  • All industries
Types of eligible projects
Equipment and Technology Advancement Program
Grant and FundingOpen

Equipment and Technology Advancement Program

CWB Welding Foundation
Supports modernization of welding programs with funding for equipment and technology upgrades.
Eligible Funding
  • No Condition
Eligible Industries
  • Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
  • Mining, quarrying, and oil and gas extraction
  • Utilities
  • Construction
Types of eligible projects
Tourism Growth Program — Indigenous Projects for Quebec
Grant and FundingOpen

Tourism Growth Program — Indigenous Projects for Quebec

Indigenous Tourism Québec (ITQ)
Funding support for Indigenous tourism growth in Québec
Eligible Funding
  • Maximum amount : 250,000 $
  • Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries
  • Arts, entertainment and recreation
  • Accommodation and food services
Types of eligible projects
CommercializationEnvironment and Climate
Westoba Inspire
Grant and FundingOpen

Westoba Inspire

Westoba Credit Union LTD.
Supports community infrastructure projects with local impact
Eligible Funding
  • Maximum amount : 10,000 $
Eligible Industries
  • All industries
Types of eligible projects
Support program to help victims of crime and promote their recovery - Stream 1
Grant and FundingClosed

Support program to help victims of crime and promote their recovery - Stream 1

Quebec Ministry of Justice
Supports research, awareness, and training for victim assistance
Eligible Funding
  • No Condition
Eligible Industries
  • Educational services
  • Health care and social assistance
  • Public administration
Types of eligible projects
Artificial Intelligence (AI)Human Resources
Investing in Women's Futures
Grant and FundingClosed

Investing in Women's Futures

Ontario Ministry of Children, Community and Social Services
Supports women-centred services for safety and economic empowerment
Eligible Funding
  • Maximum amount : 150,000 $
Eligible Industries
  • Health care and social assistance
Types of eligible projects
Human Resources
Technology showcase program for buildings and innovative wood solutions
Grant and FundingArchived

Technology showcase program for buildings and innovative wood solutions

Gouvernement du Québec
Supports innovative wood construction to reduce greenhouse gas emissions
Eligible Funding
  • Maximum amount : 1,000,000 $
  • Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries
  • Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
  • Construction
  • Manufacturing
Types of eligible projects
TechnologyEnvironment and ClimateInnovation
Grants for adapted businesses
Wage Subsidies And InternsArchived

Grants for adapted businesses

Gouvernement du Québec
Supports long-term employment for people with disabilities
Eligible Funding
  • No Condition
Eligible Industries
  • All industries
Types of eligible projects
Human Resources
PRIMA — PARTENAR-IA — Academic
Grant and FundingClosed

PRIMA — PARTENAR-IA — Academic

Advanced Materials Research and Innovation Hub (PRIMA)
Funding for Quebec R&D collaborations in AI for advanced materials
Eligible Funding
  • Maximum amount : 500,000 $
  • Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries
  • Manufacturing
Types of eligible projects
Artificial Intelligence (AI)

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