Government Grants for Businesses in Québec
From training programs to research initiatives, discover the diverse range of activities in Quebec that benefit from various forms of support.
In Quebec, as across Canada, there are numerous grants and financing options available to help foster the growth of communities and organizations. This diverse funding landscape draws from both federal and provincial sources, offering specific opportunities tailored to each province, from British Columbia to Quebec. Whether you're looking to develop a project, launch an initiative, or expand a program, these resources are designed to support your endeavors and contribute to regional development.
1525 opportunities available
Loans and Capital investmentsOpen
MRC L'Islet — Local investment fund (FLI / FLS)
Financing for business development projects
Grant and FundingOpen
Enbridge Gas Quebec — Cash incentives – Feasibility study
Financial aid for feasibility studies on building energy efficiency
Grant and FundingWage Subsidies And InternsOpen
Employment stabilization
Funding to create stable regular jobs in Quebec
Grant and FundingOpen
Beauce-Centre MRC — Optimization Assistance Program
Offers business optimization support in Beauce-Centre region
Grant and FundingOpen
MRC Beaharnois-Salaberry — Signature Innovation Project (PSI)
Supports innovative regional development and waterfront public spaces
Loans and Capital investmentsOpen
MRC Beaharnois-Salaberry — Local Investment Fund (FLI)
Support for business development and job creation in Beauharnois-Salaberry
Grant and FundingOpen
Rio Tinto Aluminium Valley Fund
Support for aluminum project development in Saguenay-Lac-Saint-Jean
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Loans and Capital investmentsOpen
Rouyn-Noranda — FLI Succession
Financing for business succession in Rouyn-Noranda
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 250,000 $
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
- Manufacturing
- Retail trade
- Accommodation and food services
Types of eligible projects
CommercializationTechnologyConstruction and Renovation Business BuyoutDigital Transformation
Grant and FundingClosed
Assistance program for Festivals, Events and Museum exhibitions
Tourism Montreal supports festivals enhancing destination appeal
Loans and Capital investmentsOpen
MRC du Granit — FLI
Supports local entrepreneurs with access to various financial aids
Grant and FundingOpen
Tourism establishment accessibility program
Accessibility funding for Quebec tourism businesses
Tax CreditsOpen
Agricultural property tax credit program
Provides financial relief for agricultural property tax expenses
Loans and Capital investmentsOpen
MRC Domaine-du-Roy — Local Investment Fund (LIF)
Local business financing for growth and succession
Loans and Capital investmentsOpen
SADC Lac-St-Jean Ouest — Acquisition Loan +
Financing for business acquisition projects
Grant and FundingClosed
SurreyCares Community Foundation - Free to Play
Supports outdoor play projects for children in Surrey
Grant and FundingOpen
CMHC - National Housing Strategy Solutions Labs
Support for innovative housing solutions addressing complex issues
Grant and FundingClosed
SickKids Foundation - New Investigator Research Grants
Supports early career child health researchers
Grant and FundingClosed
Promotion Program – Industry Initiatives Stream
Funding for promoting Canadian content and talent initiatives
Grant and FundingOpen
Humanities in Place
Supports projects promoting diverse storytelling of American histories
Grant and FundingOpen
Environment - Special Initiatives
Supports environmental protection projects globally
Other SupportExpert AdviceOpen
Quebec International — Starting a business and making it grow
Business startup and growth support
Grant and FundingClosed
Regional Cultural Project Grants
Funding for arts organizations to support cultural projects and capacity building in Metro Vancouver.
Grant and FundingClosed
Cultural Infrastructure Development Program
Supports development and improvement of public cultural infrastructure
Wage Subsidies And InternsOpen
Young Canada Works - Internship Programs
Provides funding for internships in cultural and heritage sectors
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Quebec businesses can access a variety of grants and funding to support their growth and innovative projects. Specific programs exist for initiatives ranging from energy efficiency to ecological transition, and sustainable development. Companies can also benefit from specialized advice and mentorship services to maximize their chances of success in grant applications. Online resources, detailed guides, and training workshops are available to assist them throughout the process.
Grant and FundingOpen
Conservation and Science
Investment in ecosystem conservation and restoration activities
Grant and FundingOpen
Early Childhood Educator Training Wage Program
Supports training wages for early childhood educators
Grant and FundingClosed
Capacity Building Fund
Supports non-profits in enhancing organizational capacity and community impact
Grant and FundingClosed
Operational Funding
Financial support for organizations fostering community engagement and inclusion
Grant and FundingOpen
Basin Job Experience Trail Crews Program
Supports short-term employment and trail enhancement activities
Grant and FundingClosed
Aquatic habitat quality improvement (AQHA)
Supports aquatic habitat conservation, restoration, and improvement projects
Tax CreditsOpen
Tax credit for conversion of a ship
Refundable tax credit for ship conversion projects
Grant and FundingClosed
Major Event Grant
Supports large-scale national and international events organized by not-for-profit societies in Canmore.
Grant and FundingOpen
Systems Change Grants
Supports projects addressing systemic social, environmental, or cultural issues
Grant and FundingClosed
MEDTEQ+ — Vitrine d’innovation en santé
Supports Quebec health technology companies advancing innovative solutions
Grant and FundingOpen
Enbridge Gas Quebec — Cash incentives – Effective renovation
Support for energy-efficient renovations of windows, walls, and roofs
Tax CreditsOpen
Tax credit for internal design in Québec
Payroll tax credit for eligible internal design activities
Grant and FundingClosed
Community Funding Grants
Supports community projects for cultural, recreational, and capital development
Loans and Capital investmentsClosed
Culture and Communications Investment Fund
Support for cultural enterprises in Quebec
Grant and FundingArchived
Sustainable Development Support Program for Mining Sector Companies — Stream B
Support for mining sustainability projects
Grant and FundingExpert AdviceOpen
MRC La Côte-de-Beaupré — Young Promoters Fund (FJP)
Support for young entrepreneurs starting a business
Tax CreditsOpen
Tax credit for biodiesel production in Quebec
Tax credit for eligible biodiesel production in Quebec
Grant and FundingOpen
Three Phase Network Access Program
Supports three-phase electrical access for agri-food businesses
Other SupportResearchers And FacilitiesPartnering and CollaborationExpert AdviceOpen
Water Incubation Program
Water startup incubation support in Quebec
Tax CreditsOpen
Tax credit for pyrolytic oil production in Québec
Tax credit for Quebec pyrolytic oil producers
Grant and FundingOpen
Original Peoples Investment Program
Supports development and revitalization of Indigenous art efforts
Grant and FundingOpen
Children, Youth & Families Grants
Financial support for organizations serving children and families
Grant and FundingOpen
CALQ —Creation
Financial support for artistic creation and development in Quebec
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Grant and FundingClosed
Work Commissioning Assistance Grant
Matching funds for commissioning new musical works from SOCAN members
Grant and FundingOpen
Canada Arts Presentation Fund - Programming
Supports professional arts festivals and presenter organizations
Grant and FundingOpen
Mécénat Placements Culture
Supports sustainable fundraising initiatives and regional collaboration
Grant and FundingClosed
Bell Canada - Bell Let's Talk Community Mental Health Fund
Supports mental health programs through community grants
Grant and FundingOpen
Mississauga Foundation - Pendle Fund
Support for community projects in diverse focus areas
Grant and FundingOpen
Advancement of Knowledge and Expertise in Tourism Program
Support for tourism knowledge and expertise initiatives
Tax CreditsOpen
Tax Credit for Training a Worker Employed by a SME
Offers tax credits for small businesses training workers
Grant and FundingClosed
Fund to stimulate international business tourism – Stream 3 - Support the implementation of incentives designed to attract international business events to Quebec
Supports international business event tourism in Quebec
Grant and FundingClosed
City Grant Program - Child Care Grants
Grants for non-profit child care providers in Richmond
Grant and FundingWage Subsidies And InternsOpen
Job integration contract (CIT)
Subsidy to hire people with disabilities in Quebec
Partnering and CollaborationGrant and FundingClosed
innovÉÉ — Demonstration in a real environment
Support for mobility demonstration projects
Grant and FundingOpen
Halton Region Community Investment Fund
Funding for community projects enhancing residents' health and safety in Halton
Grant and FundingOpen
Civil Society - Strengthening Civic Space
Supports civil society advocacy and research efforts
Loans and Capital investmentsOpen
SADC Maria-Chapdelaine — Regular Fund Loan
Business loan for viable projects and job creation
Grant and FundingClosed
Equipment and Technology Advancement Program
Supports modernization of welding programs with funding for equipment and technology upgrades.
Grant and FundingClosed
Community Interaction Program — Study/action projects
Money for study and action projects in the St. Lawrence ecosystem
Grant and FundingOpen
TD FEF Grants
Financial support for community environmental projects and green initiatives.
Grant and FundingClosed
Intercultural Conversations
Supports theatre projects that promote cultural diversity and intercultural dialogue.
Grant and FundingOpen
Early Child Development
Supports initiatives to promote early childhood development and education
Grant and FundingClosed
Taking action for wildlife
Supports wildlife habitat conservation and restoration projects in Quebec
Grant and FundingOpen
Community Funding Program - Capital Funding
Supports capital improvements for community and social service projects
Researchers And FacilitiesPartnering and CollaborationGrant and FundingClosed
InnoFood — Food innovations for a sustainable future
Consortium de recherche et d'innovations en bioprocédés industriels au Québec (CRIBIQ), Ministère de l'économie, de l'innovation et de l'énergie du Québec (MEIE)
Funding for sustainable food innovation projects
Grant and FundingClosed
Zero Emission Vehicle Awareness Initiative - Education and awareness project funding – EV Charging and Clean Fuels
Funding for awareness projects on electric and clean fuel technologies
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Grant and FundingOpen
Strategic Sponsorships
Funding for community education and skill-building events
Grant and FundingOpen
Professional Development Grant
Supports arts professionals' training and education activities in Canada.
Expert AdviceOpen
Innovation Canada — Innovation Advisors - Indigenous stream
Personalized advisory services for Indigenous innovators
Grant and FundingWage Subsidies And InternsClosed
Regional Initiatives Fund (FAIR)
Supports economic development and innovation in Gaspésie–Îles-de-la-Madeleine region
Loans and Capital investmentsOpen
SADC Shawinigan — Digital Strategy Fund
Financing for digital transition projects
Grant and FundingOpen
Great Lakes Local Action Fund
Supports community projects for water quality and climate resilience
Grant and FundingOpen
Civic Engagement for Social Change
Supports community projects using education to promote justice and equity.
Other SupportGrant and FundingExpert AdviceLoans and Capital investmentsArchived
Développement Vaudreuil-Soulanges — PARÉE
Support for innovation and business growth
Grant and FundingSuspended
MRC Brome-Missisquoi — Petits établissements accessibles (PEA) program
Funding for accessibility upgrades in small establishments
Grant and FundingClosed
Activating Community Micro-Grant
Financial support for community-centered projects fostering social equity and inclusion.
Grant and FundingClosed
MEIE — Program to support the development of strategic sectors and niches of excellence (PADS)
Supports development of strategic sectors and excellence niches in Quebec
Loans and Capital investmentsOpen
Développement Vaudreuil-Soulanges — PCDT
Convertible financing for tourism development projects
Grant and FundingClosed
MusiCounts - SiriusXM Soundwaves MusiCounts Community Fund
Supports community music programs for youth with funding for instruments and resources
Grant and FundingClosed
Support for Indigenous Victims of Crime Initiative: Call for Proposals
Funding for projects supporting Indigenous victims of crime and justice improvements.
Grant and FundingExpert AdviceClosed
ÉCLO Regional Fund – Stream 1
Supports Saguenay–Lac-Saint-Jean businesses in market diversification strategies
Grant and FundingOpen
Sustainable Growth Investment — Young Entrepreneurs
Money for youth-owned agri-businesses in Quebec
Loans and Capital investmentsOpen
DEPS — Assistance and support program for local businesses
Repayable support for downtown businesses
Grant and FundingOpen
Ward Community Event Fund
Supports community events and projects to strengthen neighborhoods
Grant and FundingExpert AdviceArchived
PME MTL — Commerce X Design
Financial support for business design integration and revitalization
Grant and FundingOpen
ARBJ — Business start-up, expansion and succession program (PDERE)
Supports business start-up, expansion, and succession activities
Grant and FundingOpen
The Daylight Fund
Funding to support safety initiatives for women and gender-diverse groups in Canada
Grant and FundingOpen
Business Assistance — Immigrant Investor Program
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