Updated June 2026

Grants and Funding Available for Businesses in Ontario

Unlocking Opportunities with Ontario Government Grants

Ontario offers a wealth of grants and funding opportunities designed to empower businesses, non-profits, and communities. These programs play a pivotal role in fostering growth, innovation, and sustainability across the province.

2455 programs available

Wage Subsidies And InternsOpen
Career Employment Match Program 2024
Shooniyaa Wa-Biitong Training and Employment Centre for the Treaty No. 3 Area Inc.
Summer employment support for Treaty #3 students
Fort Frances, Kenora, Ontario
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Eligible Industries
- Educational services
Types of eligible projects
Human Resources
Fort Frances, Kenora, Ontario
Other SupportGrant and FundingOpen
Casino Rama Cares Community Program
Casino Rama
Community contributions for local education and wellness initiatives
Ontario, Canada
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Eligible Industries
- Educational services
- Health care and social assistance
- Other services (except public administration)
Types of eligible projects
Ontario, Canada
Other SupportPartnering and CollaborationExpert AdviceOpen
Catalyst and Transformation Fund
Cultural Careers Council Ontario (WIC)
Funding for creative sector restructuring
Ontario, Canada
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 20,000 $
Eligible Industries
- Information and cultural industries
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
Types of eligible projects
Human ResourcesBusiness Buyout
Ontario, Canada
Grant and FundingOpen
Celebrate Ontario Blockbuster (COB)
Ontario Ministry of Tourism, Culture and Gaming and Ministry of Sport
Funding for major Ontario tourism events
Ontario, Canada
Eligible Funding
- Up to 20% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
- Accommodation and food services
- Public administration
Types of eligible projects
Ontario, Canada
Grant and FundingOpen
Centretown Heritage Façade Improvement Program
City of Ottawa
Supports heritage façade restoration and beautification of Bank Street properties
Ottawa, Ontario, Canada
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 75,000 $
- Up to 75% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Retail trade
Types of eligible projects
Ottawa, Ontario, Canada
Grant and FundingOpen
ChangeMakers Micro Grant Program
Helping Hands
Funding for youth-led community projects
Ontario, Canada
Eligible Funding
- From $1,000 to $5,000
Eligible Industries
- Educational services
- Health care and social assistance
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
Types of eligible projects
Ontario, Canada
Grant and FundingOpen
Children, Youth & Families Grants
The Sudbury Foundation
Funding for youth-serving nonprofit initiatives
Bury, Sudbury, Ontario
Eligible Funding
- From $10,000 to $20,000
Eligible Industries
- Educational services
- Health care and social assistance
- Other services (except public administration)
- Public administration
Types of eligible projects
TechnologyHuman Resources
Bury, Sudbury, Ontario
Grant and FundingOpen
Cinespace Technician Roster
Indigenous Screen Office (ISO)
Training and placements for Indigenous film and television crew
Toronto, Ontario, Canada
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Eligible Industries
- Information and cultural industries
Types of eligible projects
Human Resources
Toronto, Ontario, Canada
Grant and FundingOpen
City Enrichment Fund
City of Hamilton
Municipal funding for Hamilton community initiatives
Hamilton, Ontario, Canada
Eligible Funding
- Up to 30% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Types of eligible projects
Hamilton, Ontario, Canada
Tax CreditsOpen
City of Belleville Property Tax Rebate & Credit Programs
City of Belleville
Property tax rebates and credits for eligible applicants
Belleville, Ontario, Canada
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 1,200 $
- Up to 40% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Public administration
Types of eligible projects
Construction and Renovation
Belleville, Ontario, Canada
Grant and FundingOpen
City of Richmond Hill — Infrastructure Acceleration Incentive Program (Housing Accelerator Fund)
City of Richmond Hill
Funding for infrastructure that accelerates housing development
Richmond Hill, Ontario, Canada
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Eligible Industries
- Construction
Types of eligible projects
Construction and Renovation
Richmond Hill, Ontario, Canada
Other SupportGrant and FundingOpen
City of Toronto — Basement Flooding Protection Subsidy Program
City of Toronto
Subsidies for basement flood protection work
Toronto, Ontario, Canada
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 6,650 $
- Up to 80% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Construction
- Real estate and rental and leasing
Types of eligible projects
Construction and Renovation
Toronto, Ontario, Canada
Grant and FundingTax CreditsOpen
City of Waterloo Community Improvement Plan (CIP)
City of Waterloo
Tax credits for downtown Waterloo property improvements
Waterloo, Ontario, Canada
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 25,000 $
- Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Construction
- Manufacturing
- Wholesale trade
- Retail trade
Types of eligible projects
Environment and ClimateConstruction and Renovation
Waterloo, Ontario, Canada
Grant and FundingOpen
Civic Events Funding Program
City of Ottawa
Funding for family-friendly community events in Ottawa
Ottawa, Ontario, Canada
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 3,000 $
Eligible Industries
- Public administration
Types of eligible projects
Ottawa, Ontario, Canada
Grant and FundingOpen
Civil Remedies Grant Program
Ontario Ministry of the Attorney General
Funding for victim support and crime prevention
Ontario, Canada
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 200,000 $
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Types of eligible projects
Ontario, Canada
Tax CreditsOpen
Co-operative Education Tax Credit
Ontario Ministry of Finance, Government of Ontario
Ontario co-op student tax credit
Ontario, Canada
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 3,000 $
- Up to 25% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Types of eligible projects
Human Resources
Ontario, Canada
Other SupportExpert AdviceOpen
Collective Bargaining Information Services
Government of Ontario
Collective bargaining support and filing services in Ontario
Ontario, Canada
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Eligible Industries
- Construction
- Health care and social assistance
- Public administration
Types of eligible projects
Human Resources
Ontario, Canada
Grant and FundingOpen
Community Arts Investment Program (CAIP) - Artist Collective Stream
London Arts Council
Funding for artist collective projects in London
Ontario, Canada
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Types of eligible projects
Ontario, Canada
Grant and FundingOpen
Community Arts Investment Program (CAIP) - Arts Organizations Stream
London Arts Council
Annual arts operating support for London organizations
Ontario, Canada
Eligible Funding
- From $20,000 to $35,000
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Types of eligible projects
Ontario, Canada
Grant and FundingOpen
Community Business Improvement Grant Program
City of Temiskaming Shores
Funding for local business improvement projects
Temiskaming Shores, Ontario, Canada
Eligible Funding
- From $500 to $5,000
- Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Construction
- Manufacturing
- Retail trade
- Professional, scientific and technical services
Types of eligible projects
Construction and Renovation
Temiskaming Shores, Ontario, Canada
Grant and FundingOpen
Community Crisis Response Fund
City of Toronto
Support for Toronto communities after violent incidents
Toronto, Ontario, Canada
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 5,000 $
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Types of eligible projects
Toronto, Ontario, Canada
Grant and FundingOpen
Community Development Funds - Performing Arts Community Development Fund
Town of Whitby
Funding for Whitby performing arts initiatives
Whitby, Ontario, Canada
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 25,000 $
- Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
Types of eligible projects
Whitby, Ontario, Canada
Grant and FundingOpen
Community Donations
ATB Financial
Supports community projects improving wellbeing and inclusion
Ontario, Canada
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Types of eligible projects
Ontario, Canada
Grant and FundingOpen
Community Economic Development Program
Federal Economic Development Agency for Northern Ontario (FedNor)
Supports community economic development initiatives
Ontario, Canada
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Types of eligible projects
Ontario, Canada
Grant and FundingOpen
Community Enhancement Program — Broadband and Cellular Expansion Projects
Government of Ontario, Northern Ontario Heritage Fund Corporation (NOHFC)
Funding to expand broadband access in Northern Ontario
Ontario, Canada
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 1,000,000 $
- Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Utilities
- Information and cultural industries
- Public administration
Types of eligible projects
TechnologyDigital Transformation
Ontario, Canada
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Grant and FundingOpen
Community Enhancement Program — Enhance Your Community Stream
Northern Ontario Heritage Fund Corporation (NOHFC)
Funding for Northern Ontario community projects
Ontario, Canada
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 2,000,000 $
- Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Public administration
Types of eligible projects
Construction and Renovation
Ontario, Canada
Grant and FundingOpen
Community Enhancement Program — Rural Enhancement Funding Stream
Government of Ontario, Northern Ontario Heritage Fund Corporation (NOHFC)
Money to improve community facilities in rural communities
Ontario, Canada
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 500,000 $
- Up to 90% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Types of eligible projects
Construction and Renovation
Ontario, Canada
Grant and FundingOpen
Community Funding - Emergency Funding
City of Ottawa
Supports agencies with urgent, essential, unexpected financial needs
Ottawa, Ontario, Canada
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Eligible Industries
- Other services (except public administration)
- Public administration
Types of eligible projects
Ottawa, Ontario, Canada
Loans and Capital investmentsOpen
Community Futures Ontario — Access to Capital
Community Futures Ontario (CFO)
Repayable financing for small businesses and social enterprises
Ontario, Canada
Eligible Funding
- Minimum amount : 150,000 $
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Types of eligible projects
Ontario, Canada
Expert AdviceOpen
Community Futures Ontario — Business Information and Planning Services
Community Futures Ontario (CFO)
Business services for Ontario small businesses
Ontario, Canada
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Types of eligible projects
Ontario, Canada
Loans and Capital investmentsOpen
Community Futures Program
Nventure
Alternative financing for Northumberland businesses
Ontario, Canada
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 250,000 $
Eligible Industries
- Other services (except public administration)
- Public administration
Types of eligible projects
Construction and Renovation
Ontario, Canada
Grant and FundingOpen
Community Grant Program and Community Vibrancy Fund
Municipality of Lambton Shores
Community funding for local projects
Ontario, Canada
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 10,000 $
- Up to 0.5% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Educational services
- Health care and social assistance
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
- Public administration
Types of eligible projects
Environment and ClimateConstruction and Renovation
Ontario, Canada
Grant and FundingOpen
Community Grants
County of Wellington
Supports community initiatives that improve residents’ quality of life
Guelph, Ontario, Canada
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 15,000 $
Eligible Industries
- Other services (except public administration)
Types of eligible projects
Guelph, Ontario, Canada
Grant and FundingOpen
Community Grants Committee - Township of Scugog
Township of Scugog
Funding for community programs and events in Scugog
Ontario, Canada
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 1,000 $
Eligible Industries
- Educational services
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
- Other services (except public administration)
- Public administration
Types of eligible projects
Ontario, Canada
Grant and FundingOpen
Community Health, Education & Research Fund
Hamilton Community Foundation (HCF)
Supports community health research in Hamilton
Ontario, Canada
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Types of eligible projects
Ontario, Canada
Grant and FundingLoans and Capital investmentsOpen
Community Improvement Plan (CIP) – Financial Incentive Programs
City of St. Catharines
Funding for local redevelopment and housing projects
St. Catharines, Ontario, Canada
Eligible Funding
- From $25,000 to $100,000
- Up to 70% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Construction
- Manufacturing
- Retail trade
- Real estate and rental and leasing
Types of eligible projects
Environment and ClimateConstruction and Renovation
St. Catharines, Ontario, Canada
Grant and FundingOpen
Community Investment Program - Change Fund
Region of Peel
Supports collaborative community initiatives in Peel
Peel, Ontario, Canada
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Types of eligible projects
Peel, Ontario, Canada
Grant and FundingOpen
Community Investment Program - Community Hub Development Fund
Region of Peel
Supports community hub planning and feasibility studies
Ontario, Canada
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 30,000 $
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Types of eligible projects
Ontario, Canada
Grant and FundingOpen
Community Investment Program - Interim Emergency Food Security Fund
Region of Peel
One-time emergency food security funding for Peel
Ontario, Canada
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Eligible Industries
- Health care and social assistance
Types of eligible projects
Ontario, Canada
Grant and FundingOpen
Community Investment Program - Small Capital Fund
Region of Peel
Funding for small capital upgrades
Peel, Ontario, Canada
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Types of eligible projects
Peel, Ontario, Canada
Grant and FundingOpen
Community Living Thunder Bay Foundation — Grants for Individuals with Developmental Disabilities
Community Living Thunder Bay Foundation (CLTB)
Funding for developmental disability support needs
Ontario, Canada
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Eligible Industries
- Health care and social assistance
Types of eligible projects
Ontario, Canada
Grant and FundingOpen
Community Recreation Grant
City of Pembroke
Funding for local recreation and community programs
Pembroke, Ontario, Canada
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 5,000 $
Eligible Industries
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
Types of eligible projects
Construction and Renovation
Pembroke, Ontario, Canada
Grant and FundingOpen
Community Response Grants
United Way of Sarnia-Lambton
Supports urgent, small-scale emergency needs for agencies
Ontario, Canada
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Types of eligible projects
Ontario, Canada
Grant and FundingOpen
Community Social Investment Program - Sustainable Food Security Fund
Regional Municipality of Durham
Funding for sustainable food security projects
Durham, Ontario, Canada
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 50,000 $
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Types of eligible projects
Durham, Ontario, Canada
Grant and FundingOpen
Community Tree Initiative
Loyalist Township
Reduced-cost native trees for Loyalist residents
Ontario, Canada
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Eligible Industries
- Public administration
Types of eligible projects
Environment and Climate
Ontario, Canada
Grant and FundingOpen
Community Wildland Fire Protection Planning Grant
Ministry of Natural Resources and Forestry (ON) (MNRF)
Funding for wildland fire protection planning
Ontario, Canada
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Eligible Industries
- Public administration
Types of eligible projects
Environment and Climate
Ontario, Canada
Grant and FundingOpen
Community, Youth & Cultural Funding Program
City of Thunder Bay
Municipal funding for community, youth, and cultural projects
Thunder Bay, Ontario, Canada
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 10,000 $
- Up to 80% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Information and cultural industries
- Health care and social assistance
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
Types of eligible projects
Thunder Bay, Ontario, Canada
Grant and FundingOpen
Continuum of Care Housing Development Fund
County of Wellington
Funding for local affordable housing development
Ontario, Canada
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 1,000,000 $
Eligible Industries
- Public administration
Types of eligible projects
Construction and Renovation
Ontario, Canada
Grant and FundingOpen
County of Simcoe Student Bursary Program
County of Simcoe (EDO)
Support for post-secondary students in Simcoe County
Ontario, Canada
Eligible Funding
- From $3,000 to $3,000
Eligible Industries
- Educational services
Types of eligible projects
Ontario, Canada
Partnering and CollaborationGrant and FundingOpen
Creative Enquiry Lab
Government of Ontario, Toronto Arts Council (TAO)
Design-thinking support for Toronto arts organizations
Toronto, Ontario, Canada
Eligible Funding
- From $15,000 to $15,000
Eligible Industries
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
Types of eligible projects
TechnologyInnovation
Toronto, Ontario, Canada
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Grant and FundingOpen
Critical Service Grant Program
United Way of Sarnia-Lambton
Funding for community service programs
Ontario, Canada
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 30,000 $
Eligible Industries
- Health care and social assistance
Types of eligible projects
Ontario, Canada
Grant and FundingOpen
Cultural Festivals and Celebrations Grant
Recreation & Culture Division - City of Mississauga, City of Mississauga
Funding for cultural festivals in Mississauga
Mississauga, Ontario, Canada
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 200,000 $
- Up to 65% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Types of eligible projects
Mississauga, Ontario, Canada
Grant and FundingOpen
Cultural Funding - Equity and inclusion in the arts fund
City of Ottawa
Supports equity and inclusion in Ottawa’s arts communities
Ottawa, Ontario, Canada
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 20,000 $
- Up to 90% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Information and cultural industries
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
Types of eligible projects
Ottawa, Ontario, Canada
Grant and FundingOpen
Cultural Supports Program — Community Events Stream
Government of Ontario, Northern Ontario Heritage Fund Corporation (NOHFC)
Funds to increase community profiles in Northern Ontario
Ontario, Canada
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 15,000 $
- Up to 30% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
- Accommodation and food services
Types of eligible projects
Ontario, Canada
Grant and FundingOpen
David S. Howes Fund Grants Program
Niagara Community Foundation (NHF)
Support for Niagara-based charitable projects
Ontario, Canada
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Types of eligible projects
Ontario, Canada
Grant and FundingOpen
DELIA
Nventure
Funding program supporting women-owned businesses in Canada
Ontario, Canada
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 50,000 $
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Types of eligible projects
Ontario, Canada
Partnering and CollaborationGrant and FundingOpen
Destination Horizon Grants: 2026 Competitions
Social Sciences and Humanities Research Council (SSHRC)
Supports partnership-building for future Horizon Europe applications
Canada
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 15,000 $
- Up to 100% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Public administration
Types of eligible projects
Commercialization
Canada
Grant and FundingOpen
Digital Main Street – Digital Service Squad Grant (DSS)
Digital Main Street (DMS)
Supports Ontario organizations hiring digital advisors for small businesses
Ontario, Canada
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Eligible Industries
- Retail trade
Types of eligible projects
Technology
Ontario, Canada
Grant and FundingTax CreditsOpen
Discounts and Rebates (City of Thunder Bay)
City of Thunder Bay
Municipal tax and water relief programs
Thunder Bay, Ontario, Canada
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 1,750 $
- Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Public administration
Types of eligible projects
Environment and ClimateConstruction and Renovation Innovation
Thunder Bay, Ontario, Canada
Grant and FundingOpen
Donor-Advised Grants
Sarnia Community Foundation (SCF)
Support for charitable community projects and programs
Ontario, Canada
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Types of eligible projects
Ontario, Canada
Grant and FundingOpen
Economic Development Initiative in southern Ontario
Federal Economic Development Agency for Southern Ontario (FedDev)
Support for Francophone economic growth in southern Ontario
Ontario, Canada
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 500,000 $
- Up to 70% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Types of eligible projects
Ontario, Canada
Grant and FundingOpen
Els for Autism Canada — Grants
Els for Autism Canada (E4A)
Funding for autism community initiatives in Canada
Alberta, BC, Ontario, Quebec, Canada
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Eligible Industries
- Educational services
- Health care and social assistance
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
Types of eligible projects
Alberta, BC, Ontario, Quebec, Canada
Tax CreditsOpen
Employer Health Tax relief (EHT)
Ontario Ministry of Finance, Government of Ontario
Ontario payroll tax relief for eligible employers and charities
Ontario, Canada
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Types of eligible projects
Human Resources
Ontario, Canada
Expert AdviceWage Subsidies And InternsOpen
Employment Ontario
Government of Ontario
Support employers to find employees in Ontario
Ontario, Canada
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Types of eligible projects
Human Resources
Ontario, Canada
Loans and Capital investmentsOpen
Energy Retrofit Loans (ERL)
City of Toronto
Low-interest financing for energy-efficient building retrofits in Toronto
Toronto, Ontario, Canada
Eligible Funding
- Up to 100% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Manufacturing
- Retail trade
- Real estate and rental and leasing
- Professional, scientific and technical services
Types of eligible projects
TechnologyEnvironment and Climate
Toronto, Ontario, Canada
Other SupportPartnering and CollaborationGrant and FundingOpen
Enterprise Fund
Kingston Arts Council (KAC)
Business development funding for Ontario creative companies
Ontario, Canada
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 150,000 $
- Up to 75% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Information and cultural industries
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
Types of eligible projects
CommercializationArtificial Intelligence (AI)Digital Transformation
Ontario, Canada
Grant and FundingOpen
Environment and Sustainability Fund
Bruce Power
Funding for environmental conservation and climate action initiatives
Ontario, Canada
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Types of eligible projects
Ontario, Canada
Grant and FundingOpen
Evans Tree Grants
Elgin-St. Thomas Community Foundation (ESCF)
Supports tree planting projects in Ontario
Ontario, Canada
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Eligible Industries
- Other services (except public administration)
Types of eligible projects
Environment and Climate
Ontario, Canada
Tax CreditsOpen
Farm Property Class Tax Rate Program
Agricorp
Reduced property tax for eligible farmland
Ontario, Canada
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
Types of eligible projects
Ontario, Canada
Expert AdviceOpen
FedDev Ontario Small Business Services — Community Partners
Federal Economic Development Agency for Southern Ontario (FedDev)
Local business support across Ontario
Ontario, Canada
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Types of eligible projects
Ontario, Canada
Other SupportPartnering and CollaborationGrant and FundingOpen
FoodCycler Food Waste Diversion
Township of Terrace Bay
Subsidized home food waste diversion pilot
Terrace Bay, Ontario, Canada
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Eligible Industries
- Public administration
Types of eligible projects
Environment and ClimateInnovation
Terrace Bay, Ontario, Canada
Grant and FundingOpen
Forest Biomass Program — Modernization stream
Government of Ontario
Modernizes Ontario's forest sector using underutilized biomass resources
Ontario, Canada
Eligible Funding
- Up to 35% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
Types of eligible projects
Environment and ClimateInnovation
Ontario, Canada
Grant and FundingOpen
Forest Biomass Program — Exploring biomass pathways stream
Government of Ontario
Ontario's Forest Biomass Program: fostering sustainable economic growth
Ontario, Canada
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 130,000 $
- Up to 80% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
Types of eligible projects
TechnologyEnvironment and ClimateInnovation
Ontario, Canada
Grant and FundingOpen
Forest Biomass Program — Indigenous bioeconomy partnerships stream
Government of Ontario
Supports Ontario forest biomass initiatives
Ontario, Canada
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 250,000 $
- Up to 80% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
- Manufacturing
Types of eligible projects
CommercializationTechnologyEnvironment and ClimateHuman ResourcesInnovation
Ontario, Canada
Grant and FundingOpen
Forest Biomass Program — Innovative bioproduct manufacturing stream
Government of Ontario
Supports forest biomass innovation and utilization in Ontario
Ontario, Canada
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 5,000,000 $
- Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
- Utilities
- Construction
- Manufacturing
Types of eligible projects
CommercializationTechnologyEnvironment and ClimateInnovation
Ontario, Canada
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Grant and FundingOpen
Forest Sector Investment and Innovation Program — Collaboration projects
Government of Ontario, Ministry of Natural Resources and Forestry (ON) (MNRF)
Funding for collaborative forestry projects in Ontario
Ontario, Canada
Eligible Funding
- From $3,000,000 to $3,000,000
- Up to 30% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
Types of eligible projects
TechnologyConstruction and Renovation Innovation
Ontario, Canada
Grant and FundingOpen
Francophone Community Grants Program - Community and Culture Stream
Ontario Ministry of Francophone Affairs
Funding for Ontario Francophone community projects
Ontario, Canada
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 50,000 $
- Up to 80% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Types of eligible projects
Ontario, Canada
Grant and FundingOpen
Francophone Community Grants Program - Economic Development Stream
Ontario Ministry of Francophone Affairs
Funding for Franco-Ontarian economic development projects
Ontario, Canada
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 50 $
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Types of eligible projects
Ontario, Canada
Grant and FundingOpen
French River FoodCycler Pilot Program
Municipality of French River
Discounted food waste diversion pilot for residents
Ontario, Canada
Eligible Funding
- From $200 to $300
Eligible Industries
- Public administration
Types of eligible projects
Environment and Climate
Ontario, Canada
Other SupportOpen
Gasoline used in unlicensed business equipment
Ontario Ministry of Finance, Government of Ontario
Ontario gasoline tax refund for unlicensed equipment
Ontario, Canada
Eligible Funding
- Up to 0.21% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
- Construction
- Manufacturing
- Transportation and warehousing
Types of eligible projects
Construction and Renovation
Ontario, Canada
Grant and FundingLoans and Capital investmentsOpen
General Business Loans
Two Rivers Community Development Centre
Financing for business development in Two Rivers, Ontario
Ontario, Canada
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 1,150,000 $
- Up to 90% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Types of eligible projects
Commercialization
Ontario, Canada
Grant and FundingOpen
General Charities Grants
J.P. Bickell Foundation
Funding for Ontario registered charities
Ontario, Canada
Eligible Funding
- From $5,000 to $450,000
Eligible Industries
- Educational services
- Health care and social assistance
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
- Other services (except public administration)
Types of eligible projects
Ontario, Canada
Grant and FundingOpen
General Community Crisis Response Fund
City of Toronto
Financial support for community healing projects in Toronto
Toronto, Ontario, Canada
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 5,000 $
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Types of eligible projects
Toronto, Ontario, Canada
Grant and FundingOpen
Genomic Applications Partnership Program (GAPP)
Ontario Genomics, Genome Canada
Genomic Applications Partnership Program funds genomics-derived R&D projects
Ontario, Canada
Eligible 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 projects
CommercializationTechnologyInnovation
Ontario, Canada
Other SupportOpen
Grain Financial Protection Program (GFPP)
Agricorp
Ontario grain dealer and elevator protection
Ontario, Canada
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
Types of eligible projects
Ontario, Canada
Grant and FundingOpen
Grant for the well-being of youth in Ontario
The Foundation for Black Communities (FFBC)
Support for Black youth well-being initiatives
Ontario, Canada
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 25,000 $
Eligible Industries
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
Types of eligible projects
Ontario, Canada
Grant and FundingOpen
Grant funding
Ontario Ministry of Finance
Supports financial literacy and sector knowledge projects in Ontario
Ontario, Canada
Eligible Funding
- Up to 75% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Finance and insurance
- Educational services
Types of eligible projects
Ontario, Canada
Grant and FundingOpen
Grants and Donations
Novo Nordisk Canada
Support for medical education and social impact initiatives
Ontario, Canada
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Eligible Industries
- Educational services
- Health care and social assistance
Types of eligible projects
Technology
Ontario, Canada
Grant and FundingOpen
Grassroots Growth Program
Government of Ontario, Ontario Ministry of Agriculture, Food and Agribusiness (OMAFRA)
Support for Ontario agri-food and rural initiatives
Ontario, Canada
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 50,000 $
- Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
Types of eligible projects
Ontario, Canada
Grant and FundingOpen
Great Lakes Local Action Fund
Ontario Ministry of Environment, Conservation and Parks
Supports local Great Lakes protection projects
Ontario, Canada
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 100,000 $
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Types of eligible projects
Ontario, Canada
Grant and FundingOpen
Greater Toronto Airports Authority - Propeller Project
GTAA, Toronto Pearson International Airport
Community funding for local employment initiatives
Ontario, Canada
Eligible Funding
- From $150,000 to $200,000
Eligible Industries
- Construction
Types of eligible projects
Construction and Renovation Human Resources
Ontario, Canada
Other SupportOpen
Greater Toronto Airports Authority - Sponsorship
GTAA, Toronto Pearson International Airport
Community sponsorship support for local initiatives
Ontario, Canada
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Eligible Industries
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
Types of eligible projects
Ontario, Canada
Grant and FundingOpen
HALO Fund
Minto Foundation Inc.
Supports projects in community development and essential needs
Ontario, Canada
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Types of eligible projects
Ontario, Canada
Grant and FundingOpen
Halton Region Community Investment Fund
Halton Region (HATCH)
Funding for Halton community service initiatives
Ontario, Canada
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 30,000 $
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Types of eligible projects
Ontario, Canada
Grant and FundingOpen
Hamilton Spectator Summer Camp Fund
Hamilton Community Foundation (HCF)
Funding for children’s summer camp access
Hamilton, Milton, Ontario
Eligible Funding
- From $1,000 to $10,000
Eligible Industries
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
Types of eligible projects
Hamilton, Milton, Ontario
Other SupportResearchers And FacilitiesPartnering and CollaborationExpert AdviceOpen
Hardware Catalyst Initiative
ventureLAB
No-cost incubation for hardware and semiconductor companies
Ontario, Canada
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Eligible Industries
- Manufacturing
- Professional, scientific and technical services
Types of eligible projects
CommercializationTechnologyInnovation
Ontario, Canada
Wage Subsidies And InternsOpen
Health Workforce Matching Portal
Government of Ontario
Find health care professionals for your Ontario facility
Ontario, Canada
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Types of eligible projects
Ontario, Canada
Grant and FundingOpen
Heart of Georgian Bay Community Forward Fund
Huronia Community Foundation (HCF)
Supports innovative community projects with measurable regional impact
Ontario, Canada
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 20,000 $
Eligible Industries
- Educational services
- Health care and social assistance
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
- Other services (except public administration)
Types of eligible projects
Environment and Climate
Ontario, Canada
Other SupportGrant and FundingTax CreditsLoans and Capital investmentsOpen
Heritage Incentive Programs
Town of Cobourg
Financial support for heritage property projects
Cobourg, Ontario, Canada
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 15,000 $
- Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Construction
- Retail trade
- Real estate and rental and leasing
Types of eligible projects
Cobourg, Ontario, Canada
Grant and FundingOpen
High Volume User Program
City of Ottawa
Provides rebates for installing water-efficient commercial fixtures and appliances
Ottawa, Ontario, Canada
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 10,000 $
Eligible Industries
- Real estate and rental and leasing
Types of eligible projects
Environment and Climate
Ottawa, Ontario, Canada

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