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Business Grants and Funding in Toronto

This directory supports funding searches for businesses and eligible organizations operating or delivering projects in Toronto, Ontario. Compare applicant type, location requirements, business stage, project purpose, eligible costs, evidence, and timing. Refine the results by industry, neighbourhood or service area, hiring, innovation, digital adoption, export, equipment, sustainability, or startup needs when those characteristics better define the opportunity.

114 programs
  • City of Toronto logo
    Grant and FundingTax CreditsOpen

    Economic Development & Growth in Employment (EDGE) Incentive Program

    Supports tax-based incentives for employment property development
    Eligible Funding
    • From $3,000,000 to $10,000,000
    • Up to 77% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    • Manufacturing
    • Wholesale trade
    • Information and cultural industries
    • Professional, scientific and technical services
    Types of eligible projects
    Toronto, Ontario, Canada
  • City of Toronto logo
    Grant and FundingOpen

    Starter Company Plus

    Training and mentoring for eligible entrepreneurs
    Eligible Funding
    • Maximum amount : 5,000 $
    • Up to 25% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    • Manufacturing
    • Retail trade
    • Information and cultural industries
    • Professional, scientific and technical services
    Types of eligible projects
    Business Buyout
    Toronto, Ontario, Canada
  • Toronto Arts Council (TAO) logo
    Grant and FundingOpen

    Black Arts Projects

    Supports development and presentation of arts projects by Black creatives
    Eligible Funding
    • Maximum amount : 20,000 $
    • Up to 100% of project cost
    Types of eligible projects
    Timeline
    • Closing date : October 1, 2026
    Toronto, Ontario, Canada
  • Elevate Talent logo
    Other SupportPartnering and CollaborationGrant and FundingExpert AdviceOpen

    Canada’s Next Sustainable Changemaker Challenge

    Supports startups reducing greenhouse gas emissions
    Eligible Funding
    • Varies by project
    Eligible Industries
    • Utilities
    • Construction
    • Real estate and rental and leasing
    • Professional, scientific and technical services
    Types of eligible projects
    TechnologyEnvironment and ClimateInnovation
    Toronto, Ontario, Canada
  • Toronto Arts Council (TAO) logo
    Grant and FundingOpen

    Indigenous Arts Projects

    Supports Indigenous arts projects in Ontario
    Eligible Funding
    • Maximum amount : 25,000 $
    Types of eligible projects
    Timeline
    • Closing date : October 15, 2026
    Toronto, Ontario, Canada
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  • Toronto Arts Council (TAO) logo
    Grant and FundingOpen

    Media Artists Program : Creation

    Supports professional media artists creating or completing new works
    Eligible Funding
    • Maximum amount : 15,000 $
    Types of eligible projects
    Timeline
    • Closing date : October 15, 2026
    Toronto, Ontario, Canada
  • Toronto Arts Foundation logo
    Partnering and CollaborationWage Subsidies And InternsOpen

    ArtWorksTO Indigenous Program

    Paid media arts training and contracts for Indigenous youth
    Eligible Funding
    • From $5,000 to $5,000
    Eligible Industries
    • Information and cultural industries
    • Arts, entertainment and recreation
    Types of eligible projects
    CommercializationDigital Transformation
    Toronto, Ontario, Canada
  • Toronto Arts Foundation logo
    Partnering and CollaborationExpert AdviceWage Subsidies And InternsOpen

    ArtWorksTO Youth Program

    Paid media arts training for Toronto IBPOC youth
    Eligible Funding
    • Maximum amount : 5,000 $
    Eligible Industries
    • Information and cultural industries
    • Arts, entertainment and recreation
    Types of eligible projects
    TechnologyDigital Transformation
    Toronto, Ontario, Canada
  • Avnet, Inc. logo
    Grant and FundingOpen

    Avnet Cares

    Small community funding for STEM and local needs
    Eligible Funding
    • From $1,000 to $10,000
    Types of eligible projects
    TechnologyEnvironment and Climate
    Timeline
    • Closing date : December 10, 2026
    Toronto, Ontario, Canada
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  • The Bickle-Wilder Foundation (BWF) logo
    Grant and FundingOpen

    Bickle-Wilder Foundation Grants

    Funding for education, health care, and youth support
    Eligible Funding
    • Varies by project
    Eligible Industries
    • Educational services
    • Health care and social assistance
    Types of eligible projects
    TechnologyConstruction and Renovation Innovation
    Ontario, Quebec, Canada
  • City of Toronto logo
    Grant and FundingOpen

    City of Toronto — Sewer Surcharge Rebate Program

    Rebate for eligible industrial and commercial water use
    Eligible Funding
    • Maximum amount : 175 $
    • Up to 57% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    • Construction
    • Manufacturing
    • Health care and social assistance
    Types of eligible projects
    Environment and Climate
    Toronto, Ontario, Canada
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  • City of Toronto logo
    Grant and FundingOpen

    Community Crisis Response Fund

    Support for Toronto communities after violent incidents
    Eligible Funding
    • Maximum amount : 5,000 $
    Eligible Industries
    • All industries
    Types of eligible projects
    Toronto, Ontario, Canada
  • City of Toronto logo
    Loans and Capital investmentsOpen

    Energy Retrofit Loans (ERL)

    Low-interest financing for energy-efficient building retrofits in Toronto
    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
  • City of Toronto logo
    Grant and FundingOpen

    General Community Crisis Response Fund

    One-time support for Toronto communities affected by violence
    Eligible Funding
    • Maximum amount : 5,000 $
    Eligible Industries
    • All industries
    Types of eligible projects
    Toronto, Ontario, Canada
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  • City of Toronto logo
    Loans and Capital investmentsOpen

    Home Energy Loan Program

    Low-interest financing for Toronto homeowners' energy upgrades
    Eligible Funding
    • Maximum amount : 125,000 $
    • Up to 20% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    • Real estate and rental and leasing
    Types of eligible projects
    Construction and Renovation
    Toronto, Ontario, Canada
  • City of Toronto logo
    Grant and FundingOpen

    Indigenous Arts & Culture Fund

    Supports Indigenous-led arts and culture projects in Toronto
    Eligible Funding
    • Maximum amount : 30,000 $
    Eligible Industries
    • All industries
    Types of eligible projects
    Toronto, Ontario, Canada
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  • Geneva Centre for Autism (GCA) logo
    Grant and FundingOpen

    Les & Kae Martin Programs

    Fully funded respite and camp support for adults
    Eligible Funding
    • Varies by project
    Eligible Industries
    • Health care and social assistance
    Types of eligible projects
    Construction and Renovation
    Toronto, Ontario, Canada
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  • Ontario Vehicle Innovation Network (OVIN) logo
    Partnering and CollaborationGrant and FundingOpen

    OVIN Technology Pilot Zones

    Pilot automotive and mobility solutions in Ontario
    Eligible Funding
    • Maximum amount : 100,000 $
    Eligible Industries
    • Manufacturing
    • Transportation and warehousing
    • Professional, scientific and technical services
    Types of eligible projects
    CommercializationTechnologyInnovationDigital Transformation
    Sarnia, Toronto, Windsor, Ontario
  • City of Toronto logo
    Grant and FundingOpen

    PollinateTO

    Funding for community-led pollinator habitat projects in Toronto
    Eligible Funding
    • Maximum amount : 5,000 $
    Eligible Industries
    • Educational services
    • Arts, entertainment and recreation
    • Other services (except public administration)
    • Public administration
    Types of eligible projects
    Environment and Climate
    Toronto, Ontario, Canada
  • City of Toronto logo
    Grant and FundingOpen

    PollinateTO Community Grants

    Toronto pollinator habitat funding for community groups
    Eligible Funding
    • Maximum amount : 5,000 $
    Eligible Industries
    • All industries
    Types of eligible projects
    Environment and Climate
    Toronto, Ontario, Canada
  • City of Toronto logo
    Grant and FundingOpen

    StART Partnership Program

    Toronto mural and street art support
    Eligible Funding
    • Maximum amount : 70,000 $
    Types of eligible projects
    Timeline
    • Open Date : August 24, 2026
    • Closing date : October 18, 2026
    Toronto, Ontario, Canada
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  • City of Toronto logo
    Expert AdviceOpen

    STEP Program

    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
  • Catholic Children’s Aid Foundation (CCAF) logo
    Grant and FundingOpen

    Sweet Dreams

    Safe sleep support for vulnerable children
    Eligible Funding
    • From $25 to $500
    Eligible Industries
    • Health care and social assistance
    Types of eligible projects
    Innovation
    Toronto, Ontario, Canada
  • City of Toronto logo
    Grant and FundingLoans and Capital investmentsOpen

    Taking Action on Tower Renewal Program (TATR)

    Supports energy-efficient retrofits for Toronto rental apartment buildings
    Eligible Funding
    • Maximum amount : 5,000,000 $
    • Up to 10% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    • Real estate and rental and leasing
    Types of eligible projects
    Environment and Climate
    Toronto, Ontario, Canada
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  • City of Toronto logo
    Grant and FundingOpen

    Toronto — Capacity Buyback Program

    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
  • City of Toronto logo
    Grant and FundingOpen

    Toronto Commercial Space Rehabilitation Grant Program

    Funding for Toronto commercial space renovations
    Eligible Funding
    • From $5,000 to $24,000
    • Up to 50% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    • Retail trade
    • Accommodation and food services
    Types of eligible projects
    Construction and Renovation
    Toronto, Ontario, Canada
  • City of Toronto logo
    Other SupportGrant and FundingOpen

    Toronto Eco-Roof Incentive Program

    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
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  • Toronto Foundation (TF) logo
    Grant and FundingOpen

    Toronto Foundation - Free to Play

    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
  • PortsToronto logo
    Other SupportGrant and FundingOpen

    Toronto Port Authority Community Investment Program

    Support for waterfront community initiatives
    Eligible Funding
    • Varies by project
    Eligible Industries
    • Educational services
    • Health care and social assistance
    • Arts, entertainment and recreation
    • Other services (except public administration)
    Types of eligible projects
    CommercializationEnvironment and Climate
    Toronto, Ontario, Canada
  • Catholic Children’s Aid Foundation (CCAF) logo
    Grant and FundingOpen

    Trinity Fund

    Faith-related support for Catholic youth in care
    Eligible Funding
    • Varies by project
    Eligible Industries
    • Health care and social assistance
    Types of eligible projects
    Innovation
    Toronto, Ontario, Canada
  • City of Toronto logo
    Grant and FundingOpen

    Urban Forestry Grants & Incentives

    Private-property tree planting support
    Eligible Funding
    • Varies by project
    Eligible Industries
    • Real estate and rental and leasing
    • Public administration
    Types of eligible projects
    Environment and Climate
    Toronto, Ontario, Canada
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  • City of Toronto logo
    Grant and FundingOpenClosing Soon

    Indigenous Climate Action Grants

    Supports Indigenous-led climate action for Toronto’s urban Indigenous community
    Eligible Funding
    • Maximum amount : 20,000 $
    Types of eligible projects
    Environment and Climate
    Timeline
    • Open Date : June 23, 2026
    • Closing date : September 2, 2026
    Toronto, Ontario, Canada
  • Toronto Arts Council (TAO) logo
    Grant and FundingOpenClosing Soon

    Music Creation and Audio Recording

    Support for Toronto artists creating original music
    Eligible Funding
    • Maximum amount : 15,000 $
    Types of eligible projects
    Innovation
    Timeline
    • Closing date : September 3, 2026
    Toronto, Ontario, Canada
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  • Environment and Climate Change Canada (ECCC) logo
    Grant and FundingClosed

    Adaptation Canada 2026 Opportunity

    Funding to host Canada's national climate adaptation conference
    Eligible Funding
    • Varies by project
    Eligible Industries
    • Educational services
    • Other services (except public administration)
    • Public administration
    Types of eligible projects
    Environment and Climate
    Toronto, Ontario, Canada
  • Government of Ontario logo
    Partnering and CollaborationGrant and FundingClosed

    Animating Historic Sites

    Funding for site-specific arts projects in Toronto
    Eligible Funding
    • Maximum amount : 30,000 $
    • Up to 100% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    • Arts, entertainment and recreation
    Types of eligible projects
    Toronto, Ontario, Canada
  • Toronto Arts Foundation logo
    Grant and FundingClosed

    ArtWorksTO — Indigenous Cohort 2025–2026

    Fully funded Indigenous media arts support
    Eligible Funding
    • From $5,000 to $15,000
    Eligible Industries
    • Information and cultural industries
    • Arts, entertainment and recreation
    Types of eligible projects
    Toronto, Ontario, Canada
  • Independent Electricity System Operator (IESO) logo
    Grant and FundingClosed

    BizEnergySaver Program

    Energy-efficiency incentives for businesses
    Eligible Funding
    • Up to 100% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    • Real estate and rental and leasing
    • Administrative and support, waste management and remediation services
    • Educational services
    • Health care and social assistance
    Types of eligible projects
    Environment and ClimateConstruction and Renovation
    Ottawa, Toronto, Ontario
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  • City of Toronto logo
    Grant and FundingClosed

    Black-Mandated Funding Framework

    Supports Black community organizations in Toronto
    Eligible Funding
    • Varies by project
    Eligible Industries
    • All industries
    Types of eligible projects
    Toronto, Ontario, Canada
  • Business for the Arts logo
    Grant and FundingClosed

    Business / Arts - artsvest Regional

    Sponsorship capacity-building for cultural organizations
    Eligible Funding
    • Maximum amount : 5,000 $
    Eligible Industries
    • Arts, entertainment and recreation
    Types of eligible projects
    Alberta, BC, Ontario, Saskatchewan, Canada
  • City of Toronto logo
    Grant and FundingClosed

    Business Incubation & Commercialization Grant Program

    Funding for Toronto incubation and commercialization programs
    Eligible Funding
    • Maximum amount : 100,000 $
    • Up to 50% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    • All industries
    Types of eligible projects
    CommercializationInnovation
    Toronto, Ontario, Canada
  • City of Toronto logo
    Grant and FundingClosed

    CaféTO Grant

    Funding for Toronto outdoor café improvements
    Eligible Funding
    • Maximum amount : 7,500 $
    • Up to 50% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    • Accommodation and food services
    Types of eligible projects
    Construction and Renovation
    Toronto, Ontario, Canada
  • Toronto Arts Foundation logo
    Grant and FundingClosed

    Community Arts Award

    Recognition for community-engaged arts in Toronto
    Eligible Funding
    • From $1,000 to $10,000
    Eligible Industries
    • Arts, entertainment and recreation
    Types of eligible projects
    Toronto, Ontario, Canada
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  • City of Toronto logo
    Grant and FundingClosed

    Community Planting and Stewardship Grant

    Supports tree planting and stewardship on private Toronto land
    Eligible Funding
    • From $5,000 to $100,000
    • Up to 50% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    • Educational services
    • Health care and social assistance
    • Other services (except public administration)
    • Public administration
    Types of eligible projects
    Environment and Climate
    Toronto, Ontario, Canada
  • Toronto Arts Council (TAO) logo
    Grant and FundingClosed

    Creative Communities Projects

    Funding for community-engaged arts projects in Toronto
    Eligible Funding
    • Maximum amount : 15,000 $
    • Up to 100% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    • Arts, entertainment and recreation
    Types of eligible projects
    Toronto, Ontario, Canada
  • Government of Ontario logo
    Partnering and CollaborationGrant and FundingClosed

    Creative Enquiry Lab

    Design-thinking support for Toronto arts organizations
    Eligible Funding
    • From $15,000 to $15,000
    Eligible Industries
    • Arts, entertainment and recreation
    Types of eligible projects
    TechnologyInnovation
    Toronto, Ontario, Canada
  • City of Toronto logo
    Other SupportPartnering and CollaborationExpert AdviceClosed

    Cultural Hotspot - Ignite Ideation

    Support for exploratory community arts initiatives
    Eligible Funding
    • Maximum amount : 5,000 $
    Eligible Industries
    • Arts, entertainment and recreation
    Types of eligible projects
    Innovation
    Toronto, Ontario, Canada
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  • City of Toronto logo
    Grant and FundingClosed

    Cultural Hotspot - Signature Projects

    Support for community arts projects in Toronto
    Eligible Funding
    • Maximum amount : 22,000 $
    Eligible Industries
    • Information and cultural industries
    • Arts, entertainment and recreation
    Types of eligible projects
    Toronto, Ontario, Canada
  • Toronto Arts Council (TAO) logo
    Grant and FundingClosed

    Dance Projects

    Funding for professional dance projects in Toronto
    Eligible Funding
    • Maximum amount : 20,000 $
    Eligible Industries
    • Arts, entertainment and recreation
    Types of eligible projects
    Toronto, Ontario, Canada
  • MaRS Discovery District logo
    Other SupportResearchers And FacilitiesPartnering and CollaborationGrant and FundingWage Subsidies And InternsClosed

    ENCQOR 5G at MaRS

    Pre-commercial 5G support for innovative startups
    Eligible Funding
    • Varies by project
    Eligible Industries
    • Transportation and warehousing
    • Information and cultural industries
    • Professional, scientific and technical services
    • Educational services
    Types of eligible projects
    CommercializationTechnologyInnovationDigital Transformation
    Toronto, Ontario, Canada
  • Geneva Centre for Autism (GCA) logo
    Grant and FundingClosed

    Family Directed Respite (FDR)

    Reimbursement support for autism respite planning
    Eligible Funding
    • Maximum amount : 750 $
    Eligible Industries
    • Health care and social assistance
    Types of eligible projects
    Toronto, Ontario, Canada
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  • City of Toronto logo
    Grant and FundingClosed

    Greening Partnership Grant

    Supports tree planting and stewardship on private Toronto land
    Eligible Funding
    • From $5,000 to $100,000
    • Up to 50% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    • Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
    • Educational services
    • Other services (except public administration)
    • Public administration
    Types of eligible projects
    Environment and Climate
    Toronto, Ontario, Canada
  • City of Toronto logo
    Grant and FundingClosed

    Heritage Grant Program

    Matching funding for heritage property conservation
    Eligible Funding
    • Maximum amount : 20,000 $
    • Up to 50% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    • Public administration
    Types of eligible projects
    Construction and Renovation
    Toronto, Ontario, Canada
  • City of Toronto logo
    Grant and FundingClosed

    Home Energy Loan Program Incentives

    Financing for energy-efficient home upgrades
    Eligible Funding
    • Maximum amount : 10,000 $
    • Up to 50% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    • Public administration
    Types of eligible projects
    Construction and Renovation
    Toronto, Ontario, Canada
  • City of Toronto logo
    Grant and FundingClosed

    Identify 'N Impact Grant Program

    Funding for youth-led community projects in Toronto
    Eligible Funding
    • Maximum amount : 17,000 $
    Eligible Industries
    • Educational services
    • Arts, entertainment and recreation
    • Public administration
    Types of eligible projects
    Toronto, Ontario, Canada
  • Park People logo
    Grant and FundingClosed

    InTO the Ravines Grant

    Support for ravine-focused community events
    Eligible Funding
    • Maximum amount : 1,000 $
    Eligible Industries
    • Other services (except public administration)
    Types of eligible projects
    Environment and Climate
    Toronto, Ontario, Canada
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  • Toronto Arts Council (TAO) logo
    Grant and FundingClosed

    Literary Projects

    Funding for Toronto literary projects
    Eligible Funding
    • Maximum amount : 8,000 $
    Eligible Industries
    • Information and cultural industries
    Types of eligible projects
    Toronto, Ontario, Canada
  • Government of Ontario logo
    Grant and FundingClosed

    Music Projects

    Funding for Toronto music projects
    Eligible Funding
    • Maximum amount : 15,000 $
    • Up to 50% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    • Arts, entertainment and recreation
    Types of eligible projects
    Toronto, Ontario, Canada
  • City of Toronto logo
    Grant and FundingClosed

    Neighbourhood Climate Action Grants

    Funding for resident-led Toronto climate action projects
    Eligible Funding
    • Maximum amount : 7,500 $
    Eligible Industries
    • Educational services
    • Arts, entertainment and recreation
    • Other services (except public administration)
    • Public administration
    Types of eligible projects
    Environment and Climate
    Toronto, Ontario, Canada
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  • City of Toronto logo
    Grant and FundingClosed

    Neighbourhood Planting Program

    Community support for tree planting events
    Eligible Funding
    • Maximum amount : 500 $
    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
    Toronto, Ontario, Canada
  • Ontario Creates logo
    Grant and FundingClosed

    Ontario Creates Magazine Fund

    Support for Ontario magazine publisher growth
    Eligible Funding
    • From $5,000 to $80,000
    • Up to 75% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    • Information and cultural industries
    Types of eligible projects
    CommercializationDigital Transformation
    Toronto, Ontario, Canada
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  • Partners in Art (PIA) logo
    Grant and FundingClosed

    Partners in Art Funding Programs

    Support for artists with confirmed Canadian exhibitions
    Eligible Funding
    • From $5,000 to $150,000
    • Up to 50% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    • Arts, entertainment and recreation
    Types of eligible projects
    Commercialization
    Toronto, Ontario, Canada
  • City of Toronto logo
    Tax CreditsClosed

    Small Business Property Tax Subclass

    Toronto property tax relief for small businesses
    Eligible Funding
    • Up to 20% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    • Retail trade
    Types of eligible projects
    Business Buyout
    Toronto, Ontario, Canada
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  • Toronto Arts Council (TAO) logo
    Grant and FundingClosed

    TAC — Theatre Projects

    Funding for professional theatre projects in Toronto
    Eligible Funding
    • Maximum amount : 20,000 $
    Eligible Industries
    • Arts, entertainment and recreation
    Types of eligible projects
    Innovation
    Toronto, Ontario, Canada
  • City of Toronto logo
    Grant and FundingClosed

    Toronto — Commercial Façade Improvement Grant Program

    Funding for commercial façade improvements
    Eligible Funding
    • From $2,500 to $12,500
    • Up to 50% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    • Retail trade
    • Real estate and rental and leasing
    • Accommodation and food services
    • Other services (except public administration)
    Types of eligible projects
    Construction and Renovation
    Toronto, Ontario, Canada

Questions about business funding in Toronto

Practical guidance on location, applicants, stages, projects, costs, evidence, and related funding searches.

What Toronto connection can a funding source require?

A source may look for a registered address, operating site, project location, employees, customers, community benefit, or delivery area within Toronto. Provincial and national sources can use broader geography. Document where the business operates, where project spending occurs, who benefits, and whether each location condition must be maintained during the project.

Which applicants should use the Toronto business funding directory?

The route can help Toronto businesses, startups, social enterprises, nonprofit organizations with eligible economic projects, and qualified partnerships begin a search. Legal structure, ownership, operating history, revenue, employee count, sector, and project leadership can affect fit. Check whether each current source accepts the applicant directly or requires a different lead organization.

How does business stage change a Toronto funding search?

An idea-stage founder, pre-revenue startup, operating small business, scaling company, and established organization can need different sources and evidence. Record incorporation, operating history, revenue, employees, customers, financing, and the next milestone. Search startup or growth themes when stage matters more than geography, then compare those results with the Toronto route.

What project details should a Toronto applicant define before searching?

Describe the business problem or opportunity, proposed activities, project location, target customers or beneficiaries, responsible team, partners, budget, schedule, and measurable outcome. Explain whether the work concerns hiring, equipment, technology, facilities, market development, accessibility, sustainability, research, or community impact. A specific project is easier to match than a general request for business support.

Which costs should a Toronto business separate in its project budget?

Separate employee and contractor labour, equipment, software, facility work, professional services, training, research, marketing production, accessibility, permits, and evaluation. Connect each cost to an activity and result. Sources may treat rent, routine payroll, inventory, advertising, land, taxes, owner compensation, financing costs, and purchases made before approval differently.

When should a Toronto business use a different funding directory?

Use the Ontario route when provincial location is sufficient and Toronto-specific context adds little. Use an industry, audience, business-stage, or project directory when that factor drives eligibility more strongly than the city. A technology adoption, hiring, export, sustainability, equipment, or startup search can surface opportunities that a geographic route alone may not explain.

Does a Toronto business funding match confirm eligibility?

No. A match indicates that available directory data aligns with the Toronto business route. Final eligibility can depend on legal structure, precise location, ownership, business stage, sector, project activities, eligible costs, timing, permits, financial capacity, and assessment criteria. Confirm every material condition with the current source before entering contracts or beginning project spending.

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