Grants and Funding Available for Businesses in Ontario

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.

2712 programs

Loans and Capital investmentsOpen
Rise — Small Business Lending
Rise
Low-interest loans and mentorship for small businesses
Eligible Funding
From $500 to $10,000
Eligible Industries
Retail trade
Professional, scientific and technical services
Health care and social assistance
Arts, entertainment and recreation
Types of eligible projects
Business Buyout
Ontario, Canada
Grant and FundingOpen
ROOTS Community Fund
Trillium Mutual Insurance Company
Support for rural Ontario community initiatives
Eligible Funding
Varies by project
Types of eligible projects
Environment and Climate
Timeline
Closing date : August 28, 2026
Ontario, Canada
Grant and FundingOpen
Rural Community Building Grants
City of Ottawa
Supports rural community projects in Ottawa
Eligible Funding
Varies by project
Eligible Industries
Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
Types of eligible projects
Ottawa, Ontario, Canada
Grant and FundingOpen
SCF Micro Grants
Sarnia Community Foundation (SCF)
Support for time-limited community projects and events
Eligible Funding
From $200 to $500
Eligible Industries
All industries
Types of eligible projects
Ontario, Canada
Grant and FundingOpen
Senior Care Micro Grant
Greater Peterborough Health Services Foundation (GPHSF)
Funding for senior care and healthy aging projects
Eligible Funding
Maximum amount : 5,000 $
Types of eligible projects
Innovation
Timeline
Closing date : September 30, 2026
Ontario, Canada
Grant and FundingOpen
SickKids Foundation - SickKids WomenPowered
The Hospital for Sick Children Foundation
Funding for children’s health in the GTA
Eligible Funding
Maximum amount : 25,000 $
Eligible Industries
Health care and social assistance
Types of eligible projects
Ontario, Canada
Grant and FundingOpen
Site Readiness Program
Government of Ontario
Funding assistance for industrial site preparation in Ontario
Eligible Funding
Maximum amount : 25,000 $
Up to 50% of project cost
Types of eligible projects
Construction and Renovation
Timeline
Open Date : September 12, 2024
Ontario, Canada
Grant and FundingOpen
Skills Development Fund (SDF) — Capital Stream — GROW Pathway
Government of Ontario
Funding for Ontario training centre capital projects
Eligible Funding
Up to 49% of project cost
Types of eligible projects
Construction and Renovation
Timeline
Open Date : November 29, 2024
Ontario, Canada
Grant and FundingOpen
Skills Development Fund (SDF) — Capital Stream — SEED Pathway
Government of Ontario
Training centre capital planning support
Eligible Funding
Maximum amount : 200,000 $
Up to 70% of project cost
Types of eligible projects
Construction and Renovation
Timeline
Open Date : November 29, 2024
Ontario, Canada
Grant and FundingOpen
SkillsAdvance Ontario Pilot
Ministry of Colleges and Universities, Government of Ontario
Sector-based workforce development support
Eligible Funding
Up to 55% of project cost
Types of eligible projects
Human Resources
Timeline
Open Date : June 18, 2026
Ontario, Canada
Tax CreditsOpen
Small Business Property Tax Subclass
City of Toronto
Property tax relief for eligible Toronto businesses
Eligible Funding
Varies by project
Types of eligible projects
Business Buyout
Timeline
Open Date : June 18, 2026
Toronto, Ontario, Canada
Grant and FundingOpen
Social Grants
The K M Hunter Charitable Foundation
Support for smaller institutions and community initiatives
Eligible Funding
Varies by project
Types of eligible projects
Timeline
Open Date : February 3, 2026
Ontario, Canada
Loans and Capital investmentsOpen
Southern Ontario Fund for Investment in Innovation (SOFII)
Community Futures Eastern Ontario (CFEO)
Loans for innovative SMEs in Southern Ontario
Eligible Funding
From $150,000 to $500,000
Eligible Industries
All industries
Types of eligible projects
CommercializationTechnology
Ottawa, Peterborough, Toronto, Ontario
Grant and FundingOpen
Southwestern Ontario Development Fund (SWODF) — Business Project Grants
Government of Ontario
Support for business and community economic development
Eligible Funding
Maximum amount : 1,500,000 $
Up to 15% of project cost
Eligible Industries
Manufacturing
Types of eligible projects
TechnologyConstruction and Renovation Human ResourcesInnovation
Ontario, Canada
Other SupportOpen
Spay and Neuter Voucher Program
Town of LaSalle
Cat sterilization support for LaSalle residents
Eligible Funding
Maximum amount : 250 $
Types of eligible projects
Environment and Climate
Timeline
Open Date : August 4, 2026
LaSalle, Ontario, Canada
Grant and FundingOpen
Special Provisions for Financial Difficulties
Ontario Soil and Crop Improvement Association (OSCIA)
Funding for farms facing financial difficulty
Eligible Funding
Maximum amount : 5,650 $
Up to 100% of project cost
Types of eligible projects
Environment and Climate
Timeline
Open Date : March 1, 2026
Closing date : February 28, 2027
Ontario, Canada
Grant and FundingOpen
Starter Company Plus - Kingston
Kingston Economic Development Corporation (KEDC)
Business training and startup funding support
Eligible Funding
Maximum amount : 5,000 $
Types of eligible projects
Human ResourcesBusiness Buyout
Timeline
Closing date : August 28, 2026
Kingston, Ontario, Canada
Grant and FundingOpen
Starter Company PLUS - Windsor-Essex
Small Business & Entrepreneurship Centre (SBEC)
Business start-up and growth support for entrepreneurs
Eligible Funding
Maximum amount : 5,000 $
Types of eligible projects
CommercializationConstruction and Renovation Business Buyout
Timeline
Open Date : July 4, 2026
Ontario, Canada
Partnering and CollaborationGrant and FundingExpert AdviceOpen
Starter Company Plus Training & Mentorship Program - Hamilton Business Centre
City of Hamilton
Training and mentorship for new Hamilton businesses
Eligible Funding
Maximum amount : 5,000 $
Up to 25% of project cost
Types of eligible projects
CommercializationBusiness Buyout
Timeline
Closing date : September 7, 2026
Hamilton, Ontario, Canada
Expert AdviceOpen
STEP Program
City of Toronto
No-cost support for multi-residential buildings
Eligible Funding
Varies by project
Eligible Industries
Real estate and rental and leasing
Types of eligible projects
Environment and Climate
Toronto, Ontario, Canada
Grant and FundingOpen
Strategic Sponsorships
United Way of Sarnia-Lambton
Support for educational community events
Eligible Funding
Maximum amount : 2,000 $
Types of eligible projects
Timeline
Open Date : February 3, 2026
Ontario, Canada
Grant and FundingOpen
Strathroy-Caradoc — Additional Unit Program
Municipality of Strathroy-Caradoc
Support for creating new rental housing units
Eligible Funding
Maximum amount : 15,000 $
Up to 80% of project cost
Eligible Industries
Construction
Types of eligible projects
Construction and Renovation
Strathroy-Caradoc, Ontario, Canada
Grant and FundingOpen
Strathroy-Caradoc — Urban Economic Development Program
Municipality of Strathroy-Caradoc
Supports job-creating economic diversification projects
Eligible Funding
Maximum amount : 15,000 $
Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries
All industries
Types of eligible projects
Construction and Renovation
Strathroy-Caradoc, Ontario, Canada
Grant and FundingOpen
Summer Camp Grant Program
Niagara Community Foundation (NHF)
Supports Niagara children’s summer recreation access
Eligible Funding
Varies by project
Eligible Industries
Educational services
Health care and social assistance
Arts, entertainment and recreation
Types of eligible projects
Ontario, Canada
Grant and FundingOpen
Sump Pump Disconnect and Backwater Valve Installation Grant Program
Town of Plympton-Wyoming
Funding for flood-prevention sewer upgrades
Eligible Funding
Maximum amount : 3,000 $
Up to 100% of project cost
Types of eligible projects
Construction and Renovation
Timeline
Open Date : April 1, 2023
Plympton-Wyoming, Ontario, Canada
Grant and FundingWage Subsidies And InternsOpen
Supported Employment
Ministry of Colleges and Universities, Government of Ontario
Supports employment for Ontarians with disabilities facing workplace barriers
Eligible Funding
Maximum amount : 7,000 $
Types of eligible projects
Human Resources
Timeline
Open Date : October 17, 2023
Ontario, Canada
Grant and FundingOpen
TAO — TAC Accessibility Grant
Toronto Arts Council (TAO), Government of Ontario
Supports accessibility costs for Deaf or disabled artists
Eligible Funding
Maximum amount : 5,000 $
Types of eligible projects
Timeline
Open Date : January 1, 2026
Closing date : November 15, 2026
Ontario, Canada
Tax CreditsOpen
Tax refund for power takeoff equipment
Ontario Ministry of Finance, Government of Ontario
Fuel tax refund for PTO equipment in Ontario
Eligible Funding
Varies by project
Types of eligible projects
Timeline
Closing date : July 1, 2027
Ontario, Canada
Grant and FundingOpen
The Agape Foundation of London Grant Program
Agape Foundation of London
Funding for London community non-profits
Eligible Funding
From $1,000 to $10,000
Types of eligible projects
Construction and Renovation
Timeline
Closing date : February 3, 2027
London, Ontario, Canada
Grant and FundingOpen
The Heritage Community Improvement Plan Program
City of Ottawa
Supports restoration and integration of designated heritage buildings in Ottawa
Eligible Funding
Maximum amount : 500,000 $
Up to 75% of project cost
Eligible Industries
Construction
Real estate and rental and leasing
Arts, entertainment and recreation
Types of eligible projects
Ottawa, Ontario, Canada
Grant and FundingOpen
The Huff Family Fund
The County Foundation
Matching support for Prince Edward County community projects
Eligible Funding
Maximum amount : 30,000 $
Types of eligible projects
Construction and Renovation
Timeline
Open Date : August 3, 2026
Closing date : September 14, 2026
Ontario, Canada
Grant and FundingOpen
The Leflar Foundation
The Eva Leflar Foundation
Support for children and youth opportunities
Eligible Funding
Varies by project
Types of eligible projects
Timeline
Closing date : October 1, 2026
Ontario, Canada
Grant and FundingOpen
The Lewitt Family Foundation
The Lewitt Family Foundation
Supports literacy and arts education initiatives
Eligible Funding
Varies by project
Types of eligible projects
Timeline
Closing date : September 30, 2026
Ontario, Canada
Grant and FundingOpen
The Missing Middle and Affordable Housing Community Improvement Plan (CIP)
City of Kitchener
Funding for missing middle and affordable housing
Eligible Funding
Maximum amount : 500,000 $
Up to 100% of project cost
Types of eligible projects
Construction and Renovation
Timeline
Open Date : January 19, 2026
Kitchener, Ontario, Canada
Grant and FundingOpen
The Moez & Marissa Kassam Equity Fund
Moez & Marissa Kassam Foundation
Supports equitable access across key social sectors
Eligible Funding
Varies by project
Types of eligible projects
Timeline
Open Date : February 3, 2026
Ontario, Canada
Grant and FundingOpen
The Musagetes Fund Grants
Waterloo Region Community Foundation (WRCF)
Funding for arts organizations in Waterloo Region
Eligible Funding
Maximum amount : 15,000 $
Up to 30% of project cost
Eligible Industries
All industries
Types of eligible projects
Ontario, Canada
Grant and FundingOpen
The Norfolk Community Foundation
The Town of Simcoe Foundation
Funding for local charitable community projects
Eligible Funding
Varies by project
Types of eligible projects
Timeline
Closing date : October 31, 2026
Ontario, Canada
Grant and FundingOpen
The Ontario Paper Thorold Foundation
Abitibi Consolidated Thorold Foundation
Funding for community charities and local initiatives
Eligible Funding
Varies by project
Types of eligible projects
Environment and ClimateConstruction and Renovation
Timeline
Open Date : February 3, 2026
Ontario, Canada
Grant and FundingOpen
The Ontario Trillium Foundation - Grow Grants
Ontario Trillium Foundation (OTF)
Funding for established programs to grow
Eligible Funding
From $100,000 to $600,000
Types of eligible projects
Construction and Renovation
Timeline
Open Date : October 7, 2026
Closing date : November 4, 2026
Ontario, Canada
Grant and FundingOpen
The Physicians' Services Incorporated Foundation - Health Research Grants
PSI Foundation (PSI)
Physician-led health research funding in Ontario
Eligible Funding
Maximum amount : 100,000 $
Types of eligible projects
Innovation
Timeline
Open Date : February 3, 2026
Ontario, Canada
Grant and FundingOpen
The Physicians' Services Incorporated Foundation - Healthcare Research by Community Physicians
PSI Foundation (PSI)
Supports community physician research to improve care
Eligible Funding
Maximum amount : 250,000 $
Types of eligible projects
Innovation
Timeline
Open Date : February 3, 2026
Ontario, Canada
Grant and FundingOpen
The Physicians' Services Incorporated Foundation - New Investigator Grants
PSI Foundation (PSI)
Funding for early-career physician researchers
Eligible Funding
Maximum amount : 100,000 $
Types of eligible projects
Innovation
Timeline
Open Date : February 3, 2026
Ontario, Canada
Grant and FundingOpen
The Physicians' Services Incorporated Foundation - Resident Research Grants
PSI Foundation (PSI)
Resident-led health research funding for Ontario residents
Eligible Funding
Maximum amount : 30,000 $
Types of eligible projects
Innovation
Timeline
Open Date : February 3, 2026
Ontario, Canada
Grant and FundingOpen
The Pope Francis Fund
The Roman Catholic Episcopal Corporation of the Diocese of London In Ontario
Annual support for agencies serving people in need
Eligible Funding
Varies by project
Eligible Industries
All industries
Types of eligible projects
Ontario, Canada
Grant and FundingOpen
The Sifton Family Foundation
The Mowbray and Doris Sifton Family Foundation (SFF)
Supports community well-being, literacy, and recreation initiatives
Eligible Funding
Maximum amount : 25,000 $
Types of eligible projects
Timeline
Open Date : February 3, 2026
Ontario, Canada
Grant and FundingOpen
The Sisters of Providence Care of St. Vincent de Paul Community Impact Fund - ACEs & Resilience Stream
Community Foundation for Kingston & Area (CFKA)
Supports collaborative resilience-building initiatives
Eligible Funding
Varies by project
Eligible Industries
All industries
Types of eligible projects
Ontario, Canada
Grant and FundingOpen
The Sisters of Providence Care of St. Vincent de Paul Community Impact Fund - Older Adults Connecting & Belonging (OACB) Stream
Community Foundation for Kingston & Area (CFKA)
Supports older adults’ connection and belonging
Eligible Funding
Varies by project
Eligible Industries
All industries
Types of eligible projects
Ontario, Canada
Grant and FundingOpen
The Temiskaming Foundation - Community Fund Grants
Tri-Town Foundation (TTF), The Temiskaming Foundation
Supports charitable community programs and services
Eligible Funding
Varies by project
Types of eligible projects
Timeline
Closing date : September 29, 2026
Ontario, Canada
Grant and FundingOpen
The Temiskaming Foundation - Englehart & Area Community Fund Grant
Tri-Town Foundation (TTF)
Funding for community projects in Central Temiskaming
Eligible Funding
Varies by project
Types of eligible projects
Timeline
Closing date : September 29, 2026
Ontario, Canada
Grant and FundingOpen
The Temiskaming Foundation - Historic Cobalt Legacy Fund
Tri-Town Foundation (TTF)
Funding for Cobalt heritage and community projects
Eligible Funding
Varies by project
Eligible Industries
Arts, entertainment and recreation
Types of eligible projects
Cobalt, Ontario, Canada
Grant and FundingOpen
The Thames Valley Education Foundation - The Caring Fund
Thames Valley District School Board (TVEF)
Emergency support for students in need
Eligible Funding
Maximum amount : 500 $
Eligible Industries
Educational services
Health care and social assistance
Types of eligible projects
Ontario, Canada
Grant and FundingOpen
The Woolwich Community Fund Grants
Waterloo Region Community Foundation (WRCF)
Funding for youth-focused community projects
Eligible Funding
Maximum amount : 5,000 $
Eligible Industries
All industries
Types of eligible projects
Woolwich, Ontario, Canada
Grant and FundingOpen
Toilet Rebate Program
Township of Centre Wellington, City of Barrie
Rebate for efficient toilet replacements
Eligible Funding
From $50 to $75
Types of eligible projects
Environment and Climate
Timeline
Open Date : October 28, 2024
Barrie, Centre Wellington, Cornwall, Ontario
Grant and FundingOpen
Toronto — Capacity Buyback Program
City of Toronto
Rewards businesses for implementing permanent water-saving measures
Eligible Funding
Varies by project
Eligible Industries
Manufacturing
Wholesale trade
Retail trade
Educational services
Types of eligible projects
Environment and Climate
Toronto, Ontario, Canada
Other SupportGrant and FundingOpen
Toronto Eco-Roof Incentive Program
City of Toronto
Incentives for Toronto eco-roof installations
Eligible Funding
Maximum amount : 100,000 $
Eligible Industries
All industries
Types of eligible projects
Environment and ClimateConstruction and Renovation
Toronto, Ontario, Canada
Grant and FundingOpen
Toronto Enterprise Fund (TEF) - Catalyze New ESEs
Enterprising Non-Profits Toronto, enp-TO (UWGT)
Funding for new employment social enterprises
Eligible Funding
Maximum amount : 100,000 $
Types of eligible projects
Human Resources
Timeline
Open Date : February 3, 2026
Ontario, Canada
Grant and FundingOpen
Toronto Enterprise Fund (TEF) - Scale ESEs
Enterprising Non-Profits Toronto, enp-TO (UWGT)
Support to scale employment social enterprises
Eligible Funding
Maximum amount : 10,000 $
Eligible Industries
All industries
Types of eligible projects
Human Resources
Ontario, Canada
Grant and FundingOpen
Toronto Enterprise Fund (TEF) - Sustain Existing ESEs
Enterprising Non-Profits Toronto, enp-TO (UWGT)
Support sustainability of employment social enterprises
Eligible Funding
Varies by project
Eligible Industries
All industries
Types of eligible projects
Ontario, Canada
Grant and FundingOpen
Toronto Foundation - Call for Applications: Black and Indigenous Futures Fund
Toronto Foundation (TF)
Supports Black and Indigenous community-led initiatives
Eligible Funding
From $10,000 to $20,000
Eligible Industries
Arts, entertainment and recreation
Other services (except public administration)
Public administration
Types of eligible projects
Toronto, Ontario, Canada
Grant and FundingOpen
Toronto Foundation - Free to Play
Toronto Foundation (TF)
Supports outdoor play projects for children
Eligible Funding
From $20,000 to $150,000
Eligible Industries
Arts, entertainment and recreation
Types of eligible projects
Toronto, Ontario, Canada
Grant and FundingOpen
Toronto Urban Health Fund (TUHF)
City of Toronto
Funding for Toronto community health projects
Eligible Funding
Varies by project
Eligible Industries
Health care and social assistance
Types of eligible projects
Toronto, Ontario, Canada
Grant and FundingOpen
Tourism Relief Fund (TRF) in Southern Ontario
Federal Economic Development Agency for Southern Ontario (FedDev), Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada (ISED)
Support for southern Ontario tourism recovery
Eligible Funding
Maximum amount : 100,000 $
Types of eligible projects
Commercialization
Timeline
Open Date : July 12, 2021
Ontario, Canada
Grant and FundingOpen
Tourism, Culture and Sport Enhancement Fund
County of Simcoe (EDO)
Funding for tourism, culture and sport projects
Eligible Funding
Maximum amount : 20,000 $
Eligible Industries
All industries
Types of eligible projects
Ontario, Canada
Grant and FundingOpen
Town of Minto — Community Planting & Stewardship Grant
Town of Minto
Supports tree planting and stewardship on private lands
Eligible Funding
From $3,000 to $3,000
Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries
All industries
Types of eligible projects
Environment and Climate
Minto, Ontario, Canada
Grant and FundingOpen
Town of Minto — Licensed Home Child Care Grant
Town of Minto
Supports property improvements for licensed home child care
Eligible Funding
Maximum amount : 2,000 $
Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries
Health care and social assistance
Types of eligible projects
Construction and Renovation
Minto, Ontario, Canada
Grant and FundingOpen
Township of Alfred and Plantagenet — Washable Diaper Grants
Township of Alfred and Plantagenet
Funding for families using washable diapers
Eligible Funding
From $200 to $200
Types of eligible projects
Environment and Climate
Timeline
Closing date : December 31, 2026
Alfred and Plantagenet, Ontario, Canada
Grant and FundingOpen
Township of Selwyn — Façade Improvement Grant Program
Township of Selwyn
Supports façade upgrades for commercial properties
Eligible Funding
Maximum amount : 12,500 $
Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries
Real estate and rental and leasing
Types of eligible projects
Construction and Renovation
Selwyn, Ontario, Canada
Grant and FundingOpen
Trade Accelerator Program
World Trade Centre (WTC), World Trade Centre Toronto
Export readiness program for Canadian SMEs
Eligible Funding
Varies by project
Types of eligible projects
Commercialization
Timeline
Open Date : August 24, 2020
Ontario, Canada
Expert AdviceOpen
Trail Blazer
Northwestern Ontario Innovation Centre (NOIC)
Training for early-stage startups in Northwestern Ontario
Eligible Funding
Varies by project
Types of eligible projects
Timeline
Open Date : July 9, 2024
Ontario, Canada
Grant and FundingOpen
Trent University In-Course Bursaries
Trent University
Support for students with financial need
Eligible Funding
Varies by project
Eligible Industries
All industries
Types of eligible projects
Ontario, Canada
Grant and FundingOpen
United Way East Ontario - Community Fund Call for Proposals
United Way/Centraide Ottawa (UWEO)
Funding for community programs aligned with local priorities
Eligible Funding
Maximum amount : 50,000 $
Eligible Industries
Educational services
Health care and social assistance
Other services (except public administration)
Public administration
Types of eligible projects
Ontario, Canada
Grant and FundingOpen
United Way East Ontario - School Food Infrastructure Fund
United Way/Centraide Ottawa (UWEO)
Supports school food infrastructure in Ontario and Nunavut
Eligible Funding
Up to 10% of project cost
Eligible Industries
All industries
Types of eligible projects
Nunavut, Ontario, Canada
Grant and FundingOpen
United Way Greater Toronto - Community Program Grants
The United Way of Greater Toronto (UWGT)
Funding for evidence-based community programs
Eligible Funding
From $50,000 to $150,000
Eligible Industries
All industries
Types of eligible projects
Ontario, Canada
Grant and FundingOpen
United Way Greater Toronto - Cooksville Community Action Grants
The United Way of Greater Toronto (UWGT)
Support for neighbourhood-focused initiatives in Cooksville
Eligible Funding
From $5,000 to $20,000
Types of eligible projects
Timeline
Closing date : September 4, 2026
Mississauga, Ontario, Canada
Grant and FundingOpen
United Way Greater Toronto - South Markham Community Action Grants
The United Way of Greater Toronto (UWGT)
Neighbourhood funding for South Markham community priorities
Eligible Funding
From $5,000 to $100,000
Types of eligible projects
Timeline
Closing date : September 4, 2026
Ontario, Canada
Grant and FundingOpen
United Way Hastings & Prince Edward Inc. - Innovation Fund - Small Grants (Organizational Capacity and Collaboration)
United Way of Quinte Inc.
Funding for collaboration and capacity-building projects
Eligible Funding
Maximum amount : 7,500 $
Types of eligible projects
Timeline
Open Date : February 3, 2026
Ontario, Canada
Expert AdviceOpen
Venture Growth & Corporate Innovation
TechAlliance
Assistance for innovative startups and entrepreneurs
Eligible Funding
Varies by project
Types of eligible projects
Timeline
Open Date : January 17, 2023
Ontario, Canada
Grant and FundingOpen
ventureLAB — Canada Catalyst
ventureLAB
Market entry support for international DeepTech firms
Eligible Funding
Varies by project
Types of eligible projects
Technology
Timeline
Open Date : July 30, 2026
Ontario, Canada
Other SupportExpert AdviceOpen
ventureLAB — Investment Readiness
ventureLAB
Capital support for hardtech and deeptech startups
Eligible Funding
Varies by project
Eligible Industries
Manufacturing
Information and cultural industries
Professional, scientific and technical services
Health care and social assistance
Types of eligible projects
Artificial Intelligence (AI)TechnologyInnovation
Markham, Ontario, Canada
Loans and Capital investmentsOpen
VERGE Capital — Breakthrough Fund
Government of Ontario, VERGE Capital
Loans for impact-driven ventures in Southwestern Ontario
Eligible Funding
Maximum amount : 500,000 $
Eligible Industries
Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
Retail trade
Health care and social assistance
Types of eligible projects
Innovation
Ontario, Canada
Loans and Capital investmentsOpen
VERGE Capital — Startup Fund
Government of Ontario, VERGE Capital
Loans for social enterprises in Southwestern Ontario
Eligible Funding
Varies by project
Eligible Industries
All industries
Types of eligible projects
CommercializationEnvironment and Climate
Ontario, Canada
Grant and FundingOpen
Veterinary Incentive Program (VIP)
Agricultural Adaptation Council (AAC)
Supports veterinarians serving underserviced Ontario areas
Eligible Funding
Maximum amount : 50,000 $
Eligible Industries
Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
Types of eligible projects
Human Resources
Ontario, Canada
Grant and FundingOpen
Visual Artists Program: Creation
Government of Ontario, Toronto Arts Council (TAO)
Support for visual artists creating new work
Eligible Funding
Maximum amount : 10,000 $
Types of eligible projects
Innovation
Timeline
Closing date : October 1, 2026
Toronto, Ontario, Canada
Grant and FundingOpen
Water Efficiency Rebate Program
Oxford County
Rebates for water-saving home upgrades
Eligible Funding
From $50 to $100
Types of eligible projects
Environment and Climate
Timeline
Open Date : January 1, 2016
Ontario, Canada
Grant and FundingOpen
Waterloo Accessibility Enhancement Grant
City of Waterloo
Support for Uptown Waterloo property improvements
Eligible Funding
Maximum amount : 15,000 $
Up to 75% of project cost
Types of eligible projects
Construction and Renovation
Timeline
Open Date : May 1, 2026
Closing date : October 31, 2026
Waterloo, Ontario, Canada
Grant and FundingOpen
Waterloo Commercial and Heritage Façade Improvement Grant
City of Waterloo
Supports Uptown property improvements
Eligible Funding
Maximum amount : 20,000 $
Up to 50% of project cost
Types of eligible projects
Construction and Renovation
Timeline
Open Date : May 1, 2026
Closing date : October 31, 2026
Waterloo, Ontario, Canada
Grant and FundingOpen
Waterloo Commercial Interior and Vacancy Improvement Grant
City of Waterloo
Supports Uptown property improvement applications
Eligible Funding
Maximum amount : 10,000 $
Up to 50% of project cost
Types of eligible projects
Construction and Renovation
Timeline
Open Date : May 1, 2026
Closing date : October 31, 2026
Waterloo, Ontario, Canada
Grant and FundingTax CreditsOpen
Waterloo Fee and Study Grant
City of Waterloo
Supports Uptown improvement fees and studies
Eligible Funding
Maximum amount : 25,000 $
Up to 50% of project cost
Types of eligible projects
Environment and ClimateConstruction and Renovation
Timeline
Open Date : May 1, 2026
Closing date : October 31, 2026
Waterloo, Ontario, Canada
Grant and FundingOpen
Waterloo Major Activity Grant
City of Waterloo
Supports major Uptown Waterloo redevelopment projects
Eligible Funding
Up to 100% of project cost
Types of eligible projects
Construction and Renovation
Timeline
Open Date : May 1, 2026
Closing date : October 31, 2026
Waterloo, Ontario, Canada
Grant and FundingOpen
Waterloo Region International Plowing Match Fund Grants
Waterloo Region Community Foundation (WRCF)
Funding for community agriculture, health, and education projects
Eligible Funding
Maximum amount : 4,000 $
Eligible Industries
Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
Educational services
Health care and social assistance
Types of eligible projects
Ontario, Canada
Grant and FundingOpen
Waterloo Sustainability and Climate Resilience Grant
City of Waterloo
Supports projects in the Uptown CIP area
Eligible Funding
Maximum amount : 10,000 $
Up to 50% of project cost
Types of eligible projects
Environment and Climate
Timeline
Open Date : May 1, 2026
Closing date : October 31, 2026
Waterloo, Ontario, Canada
Grant and FundingOpen
Wellington County Community Grants Programme
County of Wellington
Funding for local community initiatives
Eligible Funding
Maximum amount : 2,000 $
Types of eligible projects
Timeline
Open Date : November 14, 2025
Ontario, Canada
Grant and FundingOpen
WindsorEssex Community Foundation - KidStartGrants
WindsorEssex Community Foundation (WECF)
Funding for elementary classroom community projects
Eligible Funding
Maximum amount : 500 $
Eligible Industries
All industries
Types of eligible projects
Ontario, Canada
Grant and FundingOpen
Winter Roads Program: Bridges and Culverts Stream
Government of Ontario
Funding for winter road bridge and culvert projects
Eligible Funding
Varies by project
Types of eligible projects
Construction and Renovation
Timeline
Open Date : August 1, 2023
Ontario, Canada
Other SupportPartnering and CollaborationGrant and FundingExpert AdviceLoans and Capital investmentsOpen
Women in Business Program
Nishnawbe Aski Development Fund (NADF)
Financing and support for Indigenous women entrepreneurs
Eligible Funding
Maximum amount : 50,000 $
Types of eligible projects
Human Resources
Timeline
Open Date : December 21, 2022
Ontario, Canada
Grant and FundingOpen
Workforce Development Stream
Northern Ontario Heritage Fund Corporation (NOHFC)
Funding for Northern Ontario internship opportunities
Eligible Funding
Maximum amount : 35,000 $
Up to 90% of project cost
Eligible Industries
All industries
Types of eligible projects
Human Resources
Ontario, Canada
Grant and FundingOpen
WTC Toronto — Growth Development Program
World Trade Centre Toronto
Leadership program for AI transformation
Eligible Funding
Varies by project
Types of eligible projects
Artificial Intelligence (AI)Digital Transformation
Timeline
Open Date : July 9, 2024
Toronto, Ontario, Canada
Grant and FundingOpen
Entrepreneurship and Innovation Fund — Small Businesses or Entrepreneurs Developing Agri-tech and Cleantech Solutions
ventureLAB
Funding for Agri-tech and cleantech innovators
Eligible Funding
From $10,000 to $10,000
Types of eligible projects
Artificial Intelligence (AI)TechnologyEnvironment and ClimateInnovation
Timeline
Open Date : July 16, 2026
Ontario, Canada
Wage Subsidies And InternsOpen
Youth Job Connection
Ministry of Colleges and Universities, Government of Ontario
Financial assistance for hiring Ontario youth
Eligible Funding
Varies by project
Eligible Industries
All industries
Types of eligible projects
Human Resources
Ontario, Canada
Grant and FundingOpenClosing Soon
Starter Company Plus
City of Toronto
Training and funding for Toronto entrepreneurs
Eligible Funding
Maximum amount : 5,000 $
Up to 25% of project cost
Types of eligible projects
CommercializationBusiness Buyout
Timeline
Closing date : August 5, 2026
Toronto, Ontario, Canada

Grants and Funding Available for Businesses in Ontario

Rise — Small Business Lending

ROOTS Community Fund

Rural Community Building Grants

SCF Micro Grants

Senior Care Micro Grant

SickKids Foundation - SickKids WomenPowered

Site Readiness Program

Skills Development Fund (SDF) — Capital Stream — GROW Pathway

Skills Development Fund (SDF) — Capital Stream — SEED Pathway

SkillsAdvance Ontario Pilot

Small Business Property Tax Subclass

Social Grants

Southern Ontario Fund for Investment in Innovation (SOFII)

Southwestern Ontario Development Fund (SWODF) — Business Project Grants

Spay and Neuter Voucher Program

Special Provisions for Financial Difficulties

Starter Company Plus - Kingston

Starter Company PLUS - Windsor-Essex

Starter Company Plus Training & Mentorship Program - Hamilton Business Centre

STEP Program

Strategic Sponsorships

Strathroy-Caradoc — Additional Unit Program

Strathroy-Caradoc — Urban Economic Development Program

Summer Camp Grant Program

Sump Pump Disconnect and Backwater Valve Installation Grant Program

Supported Employment

TAO — TAC Accessibility Grant

Tax refund for power takeoff equipment

The Agape Foundation of London Grant Program

The Heritage Community Improvement Plan Program

The Huff Family Fund

The Leflar Foundation

The Lewitt Family Foundation

The Missing Middle and Affordable Housing Community Improvement Plan (CIP)

The Moez & Marissa Kassam Equity Fund

The Musagetes Fund Grants

The Norfolk Community Foundation

The Ontario Paper Thorold Foundation

The Ontario Trillium Foundation - Grow Grants

The Physicians' Services Incorporated Foundation - Health Research Grants

The Physicians' Services Incorporated Foundation - Healthcare Research by Community Physicians

The Physicians' Services Incorporated Foundation - New Investigator Grants

The Physicians' Services Incorporated Foundation - Resident Research Grants

The Pope Francis Fund

The Sifton Family Foundation

The Sisters of Providence Care of St. Vincent de Paul Community Impact Fund - ACEs & Resilience Stream

The Sisters of Providence Care of St. Vincent de Paul Community Impact Fund - Older Adults Connecting & Belonging (OACB) Stream

The Temiskaming Foundation - Community Fund Grants

The Temiskaming Foundation - Englehart & Area Community Fund Grant

The Temiskaming Foundation - Historic Cobalt Legacy Fund

The Thames Valley Education Foundation - The Caring Fund

The Woolwich Community Fund Grants

Toilet Rebate Program

Toronto — Capacity Buyback Program

Toronto Eco-Roof Incentive Program

Toronto Enterprise Fund (TEF) - Catalyze New ESEs

Toronto Enterprise Fund (TEF) - Scale ESEs

Toronto Enterprise Fund (TEF) - Sustain Existing ESEs

Toronto Foundation - Call for Applications: Black and Indigenous Futures Fund

Toronto Foundation - Free to Play

Toronto Urban Health Fund (TUHF)

Tourism Relief Fund (TRF) in Southern Ontario

Tourism, Culture and Sport Enhancement Fund

Town of Minto — Community Planting & Stewardship Grant

Town of Minto — Licensed Home Child Care Grant

Township of Alfred and Plantagenet — Washable Diaper Grants

Township of Selwyn — Façade Improvement Grant Program

Trade Accelerator Program

Trail Blazer

Trent University In-Course Bursaries

United Way East Ontario - Community Fund Call for Proposals

United Way East Ontario - School Food Infrastructure Fund

United Way Greater Toronto - Community Program Grants

United Way Greater Toronto - Cooksville Community Action Grants

United Way Greater Toronto - South Markham Community Action Grants

United Way Hastings & Prince Edward Inc. - Innovation Fund - Small Grants (Organizational Capacity and Collaboration)

Venture Growth & Corporate Innovation

ventureLAB — Canada Catalyst

ventureLAB — Investment Readiness