Grant and FundingOpen
Workplace Education Initiative (WEI)
Fully funded workplace skills training in Nova Scotia
NS, Canada
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Types of eligible projects
Human Resources
NS, Canada
Updated June 2026
Small Business Grants in Canada for 2026
Discover the grants available for your business
The Canadian government offers subsidies to support small businesses, fostering growth and innovation in the local economy. These subsidies provide financial assistance for various aspects such as research and development, expansion, and employee training.
808 programs available
Toronto, Ontario, CanadaOpen Date : July 9, 2024Eligible Funding- Varies by project
Eligible Industries- All industries
Types of eligible projectsArtificial Intelligence (AI)TechnologyInnovationDigital TransformationToronto, Ontario, CanadaOpen Date : July 9, 2024
Tax CreditsOpenYukon Manufacturing and Processing Profits Tax Credit
Tax credit for Yukon manufacturing profitsYukon, CanadaOpen Date : July 1, 1999Eligible Funding- Up to 9.5% of project cost
Eligible Industries- Manufacturing
Types of eligible projectsBusiness BuyoutInnovationYukon, CanadaOpen Date : July 1, 1999- Yukon, CanadaEligible Funding
- From $10,000 to $100,000
- Up to 65% of project cost
Eligible Industries- All industries
Types of eligible projectsBusiness BuyoutYukon, Canada 
Partnering and CollaborationGrant and FundingSuspendedInnovation Program — Stream 1 – Support for mobilising projects
Collaborative innovation support for aerospace technologiesQuebec, CanadaEligible Funding- From $4,000,000 to $10,000,000
- Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries- Manufacturing
- Transportation and warehousing
- Professional, scientific and technical services
Types of eligible projectsInnovationQuebec, Canada
Grant and FundingSuspendedOpen Innovation Subsidy Program for start-up companies
Supports Montréal start-ups testing innovative solutions with partner organizationsMontreal, Quebec, CanadaEligible Funding- Maximum amount : 50,000 $
- Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries- Transportation and warehousing
- Information and cultural industries
- Health care and social assistance
- Accommodation and food services
Types of eligible projectsCommercializationInnovationMontreal, Quebec, Canada
Grant and FundingExpert AdviceSuspendedCleanBC — Custom-Lite Program
Support for commercial building emissions reductionBC, CanadaEligible Funding- Maximum amount : 750,000 $
- Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries- Real estate and rental and leasing
Types of eligible projectsEnvironment and ClimateConstruction and RenovationBC, Canada
Grant and FundingSuspendedMRC de Memphremagog — Small Accessible Establishments Program (PEA)
Accessibility funding for small commercial premisesQuebec, CanadaEligible Funding- Maximum amount : 30,000 $
- Up to 90% of project cost
Eligible Industries- Retail trade
- Accommodation and food services
- Other services (except public administration)
- Public administration
Types of eligible projectsConstruction and RenovationQuebec, Canada
Grant and FundingSuspendedWorkforce Training and Employment — Labour Market Partnerships
Financial support for labour market development in ManitobaManitoba, CanadaEligible Funding- Varies by project
Eligible Industries- All industries
Types of eligible projectsHuman ResourcesInnovationManitoba, Canada
Wage Subsidies And InternsClosedCanada Summer Jobs (CSJ)
Wage subsidies for quality summer work experiencesCanadaOpen Date : November 4, 2025Closing date : December 11, 2025Eligible Funding- Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries- All industries
Types of eligible projectsHuman ResourcesCanadaOpen Date : November 4, 2025Closing date : December 11, 2025
Grant and FundingClosedIndustrial Research Assistance Program (IRAP) – AI Assist
Supports Canadian SMEs in adopting and integrating advanced AI solutionsCanadaEligible Funding- From $750,000 to $10,500,000
- Up to 100% of project cost
Eligible Industries- Manufacturing
- Information and cultural industries
- Professional, scientific and technical services
- Educational services
Types of eligible projectsArtificial Intelligence (AI)TechnologyInnovationCanada
Grant and FundingClosedMAPAQ — Food Processing Program — Component 2
Enhancing productivity through food industry automation assistanceQuebec, CanadaClosing date : March 31, 2026Eligible Funding- From $25,000 to $150,000
- Up to 60% of project cost
Eligible Industries- Manufacturing
Types of eligible projectsTechnologyHuman ResourcesDigital TransformationQuebec, CanadaClosing date : March 31, 2026
Partnering and CollaborationGrant and FundingClosedNGen — AI For Manufacturing Challenge (AI4M)
Funding for collaborative AI-driven advanced manufacturing projects in CanadaCanadaOpen Date : June 17, 2025Closing date : July 17, 2025Eligible Funding- From $1,500,000 to $3,200,000
- Up to 40% of project cost
Eligible Industries- Manufacturing
Types of eligible projectsCommercializationArtificial Intelligence (AI)TechnologyInnovationDigital TransformationCanadaOpen Date : June 17, 2025Closing date : July 17, 2025- Loans and Capital investmentsClosed
Financing to respond to the offensive of new tariffs and for initiatives for resilient and exporting companies (FRONTIERE)
Supports Québec exporters impacted by new U.S. tariffsQuebec, CanadaOpen Date : March 4, 2025Closing date : March 31, 2026Eligible Funding- Maximum amount : 50,000,000 $
- Up to 25% of project cost
Eligible Industries- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
- Mining, quarrying, and oil and gas extraction
- Manufacturing
Types of eligible projectsCommercializationQuebec, CanadaOpen Date : March 4, 2025Closing date : March 31, 2026 
CanadaOpen Date : July 7, 2025Closing date : August 12, 2025Eligible Funding- From $20,000 to $100,000
- Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries- Accommodation and food services
Types of eligible projectsInnovationCanadaOpen Date : July 7, 2025Closing date : August 12, 2025
Grant and FundingClosedCreative Export Canada (CEC) — Export Development Stream (EDS)
Supports international growth for creative industriesCanadaClosing date : July 18, 2024Eligible Funding- From $15,000 to $90,000
- Up to 75% of project cost
Eligible Industries- Arts, entertainment and recreation
Types of eligible projectsCommercializationCanadaClosing date : July 18, 2024
Grant and FundingClosedNovaScience Program — Support for the position of innovation and commercialization manager
NovaScience fund supports creating innovation and commercialization rolesQuebec, CanadaClosing date : October 15, 2024Eligible Funding- Maximum amount : 75,000 $
- Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries- All industries
Types of eligible projectsCommercializationInnovationQuebec, CanadaClosing date : October 15, 2024
Grant and FundingClosedREGI — Business Scale-up and Productivity (BSP) - Northern Ontario
Funds to accelerate business growth in Northern OntarioOntario, CanadaOpen Date : November 14, 2019Closing date : June 15, 2024Eligible Funding- Maximum amount : 500,000 $
- Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries- Manufacturing
- Professional, scientific and technical services
Types of eligible projectsCommercializationTechnologyInnovationOntario, CanadaOpen Date : November 14, 2019Closing date : June 15, 2024
Grant and FundingClosedCanada Nature Fund for Aquatic Species at Risk (CNFASAR)
Supports aquatic species at risk recovery and protectionCanadaClosing date : July 14, 2023Eligible Funding- From $50,000 to $1,000,000
Eligible Industries- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
- Professional, scientific and technical services
- Educational services
- Other services (except public administration)
Types of eligible projectsEnvironment and ClimateCanadaClosing date : July 14, 2023
Grant and FundingClosedFAQDD — Returnable Container Recycling Equipment Modernization Program
Funding for retailer recycling equipment upgradesQuebec, CanadaClosing date : December 31, 2024Eligible Funding- Maximum amount : 7,500 $
- Up to 65% of project cost
Eligible Industries- Retail trade
Types of eligible projectsEnvironment and ClimateQuebec, CanadaClosing date : December 31, 2024
Grant and FundingClosedRegional Development Program — Advanced Manufacturing and Innovation Competitiveness (AMIC)
Funding for Ontario advanced manufacturing competitivenessOntario, CanadaOpen Date : November 4, 2025Closing date : February 3, 2026Eligible Funding- From $500,000 to $1,500,000
- Up to 15% of project cost
Eligible Industries- Manufacturing
Types of eligible projectsTechnologyInnovationOntario, CanadaOpen Date : November 4, 2025Closing date : February 3, 2026
Quebec, CanadaClosing date : March 12, 2026Eligible Funding- Maximum amount : 28,500 $
- Up to 70% of project cost
Eligible Industries- Transportation and warehousing
Types of eligible projectsTechnologyDigital TransformationQuebec, CanadaClosing date : March 12, 2026
Grant and FundingExpert AdviceClosedStarter Company Plus
Training and funding for Toronto entrepreneursToronto, Ontario, CanadaOpen Date : November 14, 2019Closing date : February 25, 2026Eligible 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 projectsCommercializationBusiness BuyoutToronto, Ontario, CanadaOpen Date : November 14, 2019Closing date : February 25, 2026
Grant and FundingClosedNovaScience Program — Support for employment in research and innovation
Supports innovation jobs for Quebec businessesQuebec, CanadaClosing date : May 1, 2024Eligible Funding- Maximum amount : 30,000 $
- Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries- All industries
Types of eligible projectsInnovationDigital TransformationQuebec, CanadaClosing date : May 1, 2024
Loans and Capital investmentsClosedBusiness Scale-up and Productivity in British Columbia
Support for high-growth B.C. business expansionBC, CanadaOpen Date : July 14, 2023Closing date : September 22, 2023Eligible Funding- From $200,000 to $5,000,000
- Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries- Manufacturing
Types of eligible projectsCommercializationTechnologyInnovationBC, CanadaOpen Date : July 14, 2023Closing date : September 22, 2023- How to apply for a successful grant
Applying for a grant may seem complex, but with the right information and preparation, the chances of success are greatly increased. This segment details the application process, the necessary documents, and tips for a convincing application. To apply and register for programs, it is strongly recommended to have a specific project. Here are a few examples of eligible projects:
Grant and FundingClosedIndigenous Intellectual Property Program (IIPP) — Project Stream
Innovation Canada, Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada (ISED), Canadian Intellectual Property Office (CIPO)Funding for complex Indigenous IP projectsCanadaOpen Date : July 9, 2023Closing date : August 13, 2024Eligible Funding- Maximum amount : 50,000 $
Eligible Industries- Professional, scientific and technical services
- Educational services
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
- Other services (except public administration)
Types of eligible projectsInnovationCanadaOpen Date : July 9, 2023Closing date : August 13, 2024
Grant and FundingClosedISDE — Advanced technologies for open-source intelligence due diligence
AI solutions for research security and open-source intelligence advancementOntario, CanadaOpen Date : July 3, 2025Closing date : August 14, 2025Eligible Funding- Maximum amount : 1,500,000 $
Eligible Industries- Information and cultural industries
- Professional, scientific and technical services
- Educational services
- Public administration
Types of eligible projectsArtificial Intelligence (AI)TechnologyInnovationOntario, CanadaOpen Date : July 3, 2025Closing date : August 14, 2025- Grant and FundingClosed
Qualifying training in the workplace
Set up qualifying training courses to enable your staff to significantly improve their French skills.Quebec City, Quebec, CanadaEligible Funding- Maximum amount : 100,000 $
Eligible Industries- All industries
Types of eligible projectsHuman ResourcesQuebec City, Quebec, Canada - Partnering and CollaborationGrant and FundingClosed
CELTIC-NEXT – Next Generation Communications Autumn 2025 call for proposals
Funding for collaborative ICT R&D projects for Canadian SMEsCanadaClosing date : October 24, 2025Eligible Funding- Varies by project
Eligible Industries- Information and cultural industries
- Professional, scientific and technical services
Types of eligible projectsCommercializationTechnologyInnovationCanadaClosing date : October 24, 2025 - Grant and FundingClosed
MAPAQ — Food Processing Program Component 3 — Food quality and safety management
Funding nutritious food development projects in Québec businessesQuebec, CanadaOpen Date : May 7, 2025Closing date : September 30, 2025Eligible Funding- From $7,500 to $150,000
- Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries- Manufacturing
Types of eligible projectsCommercializationTechnologyEnvironment and ClimateHuman ResourcesBusiness BuyoutInnovationQuebec, CanadaOpen Date : May 7, 2025Closing date : September 30, 2025 
Grant and FundingClosedDEL — Expertise Financing Grant
Upgrade your browser for optimal website experienceQuebec, CanadaOpen Date : October 1, 2023Closing date : December 31, 2023Eligible Funding- Maximum amount : 100,000 $
- Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries- Manufacturing
- Transportation and warehousing
- Professional, scientific and technical services
- Administrative and support, waste management and remediation services
Types of eligible projectsHuman ResourcesQuebec, CanadaOpen Date : October 1, 2023Closing date : December 31, 2023
Montreal, Quebec, CanadaClosing date : December 15, 2025Eligible Funding- Minimum amount : 500,000 $
- Up to 80% of project cost
Eligible Industries- Arts, entertainment and recreation
- Accommodation and food services
Types of eligible projectsConstruction and Renovation Digital TransformationMontreal, Quebec, CanadaClosing date : December 15, 2025
Researchers And FacilitiesPartnering and CollaborationGrant and FundingClosedFabrication Process Development Challenge
Supports Canadian fabrication process developmentCanadaClosing date : April 27, 2026Eligible Funding- From $200,000 to $1,500,000
- Up to 40% of project cost
Eligible Industries- Manufacturing
- Information and cultural industries
- Professional, scientific and technical services
- Educational services
Types of eligible projectsCommercializationTechnologyInnovationCanadaClosing date : April 27, 2026- Grant and FundingClosed
Innovation Program — Stream 1 – Support for innovation projects
Innovation grant for Quebec's economic advancementQuebec, CanadaOpen Date : April 16, 2022Closing date : March 31, 2024Eligible Funding- Maximum amount : 500,000 $
- Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries- All industries
Types of eligible projectsInnovationQuebec, CanadaOpen Date : April 16, 2022Closing date : March 31, 2024 - Researchers And FacilitiesPartnering and CollaborationExpert AdviceClosed
iVisit
Enables SMEs to solve innovation challenges with research expertiseCanadaEligible Funding- Varies by project
Eligible Industries- Utilities
- Manufacturing
- Professional, scientific and technical services
- Educational services
Types of eligible projectsTechnologyInnovationCanada - Grant and FundingClosed
MAPAQ — Food Processing Program — Component 1
Project planning and skills support for processorsQuebec, CanadaOpen Date : May 7, 2025Closing date : September 30, 2025Eligible Funding- From $5,000 to $75,000
- Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries- Manufacturing
Types of eligible projectsHuman ResourcesQuebec, CanadaOpen Date : May 7, 2025Closing date : September 30, 2025 - Grant and FundingClosed
MAPAQ — Food Processing Program — Subcomponent 4.1 - Competitiveness of slaughterhouses and cheese dairies
Supports competitiveness investments for Quebec slaughterhouses and cheese dairiesQuebec, CanadaOpen Date : May 7, 2025Closing date : September 30, 2025Eligible Funding- From $7,500 to $150,000
- Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries- Manufacturing
Types of eligible projectsTechnologyEnvironment and ClimateDigital TransformationQuebec, CanadaOpen Date : May 7, 2025Closing date : September 30, 2025 
Grant and FundingClosedMT Lab — Project Financing Program — Component 2
Funding for innovative tourism projects in QuebecQuebec, CanadaOpen Date : May 21, 2025Closing date : June 25, 2025Eligible Funding- Maximum amount : 90,000 $
- Up to 75% of project cost
Eligible Industries- Accommodation and food services
Types of eligible projectsEnvironment and ClimateHuman ResourcesInnovationDigital TransformationQuebec, CanadaOpen Date : May 21, 2025Closing date : June 25, 2025
Grant and FundingClosedMusicaction - Global Funding Envelope – Support Program
Funding for Canadian music companiesCanadaClosing date : January 23, 2025Eligible Funding- Maximum amount : 600,000 $
- Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries- Arts, entertainment and recreation
Types of eligible projectsCommercializationCanadaClosing date : January 23, 2025
Grant and FundingClosedOn-road Transportation Decarbonization — R&D Projects
Funding for clean on-road transport innovationCanadaClosing date : January 15, 2024Eligible Funding- From $500,000 to $5,000,000
- Up to 75% of project cost
Eligible Industries- Utilities
- Transportation and warehousing
Types of eligible projectsTechnologyEnvironment and ClimateInnovationCanadaClosing date : January 15, 2024
Grant and FundingClosedRegional partnership and digital transformation agreement for tourism 2022-2025 – Digital development of a company
Support for tourism digital transformation in GaspésieQuebec, CanadaEligible Funding- From $5,000 to $25,000
- Up to 25% of project cost
Eligible Industries- Arts, entertainment and recreation
- Accommodation and food services
Types of eligible projectsDigital TransformationQuebec, Canada- Grant and FundingClosed
Support for innovation projects
Funding for product and process innovations in QuebecQuebec, CanadaOpen Date : March 16, 2022Closing date : March 31, 2024Eligible Funding- Varies by project
Eligible Industries- Manufacturing
- Professional, scientific and technical services
- Other services (except public administration)
- Public administration
Types of eligible projectsInnovationQuebec, CanadaOpen Date : March 16, 2022Closing date : March 31, 2024 
Grant and FundingClosedTourism Growth Program in Northern Ontario
Funding for tourism growth in Northern OntarioOntario, CanadaEligible Funding- Maximum amount : 250,000 $
- Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries- Arts, entertainment and recreation
- Accommodation and food services
Types of eligible projectsOntario, Canada- Researchers And FacilitiesPartnering and CollaborationGrant and FundingClosed
Construction Sector Digitalization and Productivity Challenge program – Call for proposals
Supporting digital and industrial innovation in construction retrofitsCanadaOpen Date : July 17, 2025Closing date : September 4, 2025Eligible Funding- Maximum amount : 850,000 $
- Up to 100% of project cost
Eligible Industries- Construction
Types of eligible projectsTechnologyEnvironment and ClimateInnovationDigital TransformationCanadaOpen Date : July 17, 2025Closing date : September 4, 2025 
Grant and FundingClosedCRIBIQ — PARTENAR-IA — Industry
Funding for Quebec innovative collaborations in AIQuebec City, Quebec, CanadaOpen Date : July 1, 2023Closing date : September 5, 2023Eligible Funding- Maximum amount : 350,000 $
- Up to 75% of project cost
Eligible Industries- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
- Manufacturing
- Professional, scientific and technical services
- Other services (except public administration)
Types of eligible projectsArtificial Intelligence (AI)Quebec City, Quebec, CanadaOpen Date : July 1, 2023Closing date : September 5, 2023- Grant and FundingClosed
Cyber Security Innovation Network
Supports pan-Canadian cyber security research, commercialization, and talent developmentCanadaOpen Date : May 6, 2021Closing date : July 25, 2021Eligible Funding- Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries- Professional, scientific and technical services
- Educational services
Types of eligible projectsCommercializationTechnologyHuman ResourcesInnovationCanadaOpen Date : May 6, 2021Closing date : July 25, 2021 
Partnering and CollaborationGrant and FundingClosedDigital Health Innovation Fund
Supports collaborative digital health innovation and data-driven researchCanadaOpen Date : October 1, 2025Closing date : November 15, 2025Eligible Funding- Minimum amount : 1 $
- Up to 75% of project cost
Eligible Industries- Professional, scientific and technical services
- Educational services
- Health care and social assistance
Types of eligible projectsCommercializationArtificial Intelligence (AI)TechnologyInnovationDigital TransformationCanadaOpen Date : October 1, 2025Closing date : November 15, 2025- Grant and FundingClosed
MAPAQ — Prime-Vert — Component 3.1
Support for agroenvironmental innovation and knowledge transferQuebec, CanadaEligible Funding- Maximum amount : 107,950 $
Eligible Industries- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
Types of eligible projectsTechnologyEnvironment and ClimateQuebec, Canada 
Grant and FundingClosedMTL + ECOMMERCE — Digital Accelerator
Support Quebec SMEs in digital transformation and growthQuebec, CanadaClosing date : March 31, 2025Eligible Funding- Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries- Retail trade
- Information and cultural industries
- Professional, scientific and technical services
Types of eligible projectsDigital TransformationQuebec, CanadaClosing date : March 31, 2025
Grant and FundingClosedQEPD — Diversify your economy - CED (QC)
Support for regional economic development in QuebecQuebec, CanadaEligible Funding- Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries- Information and cultural industries
- Professional, scientific and technical services
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
- Accommodation and food services
Types of eligible projectsCommercializationInnovationQuebec, CanadaAccess over 10 000 different funding opportunities
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Grant and FundingWage Subsidies And InternsClosedCanada-Ontario Job Grant (COJG)
Funding for employer-led employee trainingOntario, CanadaEligible Funding- Maximum amount : 10,000 $
Eligible Industries- All industries
Types of eligible projectsHuman ResourcesOntario, Canada
Grant and FundingClosedFood Safety and Growth Initiative
Enhance food safety systems, adopt new technologies, and drive sector growthOntario, CanadaOpen Date : August 21, 2024Closing date : December 1, 2025Eligible Funding- Maximum amount : 75,000 $
- Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
- Manufacturing
- Wholesale trade
- Transportation and warehousing
Types of eligible projectsTechnologyEnvironment and ClimateHuman ResourcesInnovationOntario, CanadaOpen Date : August 21, 2024Closing date : December 1, 2025
Quebec, CanadaClosing date : May 23, 2025Eligible Funding- Maximum amount : 1,500,000 $
- Up to 40% of project cost
Eligible Industries- Mining, quarrying, and oil and gas extraction
- Manufacturing
Types of eligible projectsArtificial Intelligence (AI)TechnologyInnovationQuebec, CanadaClosing date : May 23, 2025
Grant and FundingClosedCFIN Food Innovation Challenge
Funding for collaborative food innovation projectsCanadaOpen Date : February 13, 2023Closing date : October 29, 2023Eligible Funding- From $20,000 to $2,000,000
- Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries- Manufacturing
Types of eligible projectsTechnologyEnvironment and ClimateInnovationCanadaOpen Date : February 13, 2023Closing date : October 29, 2023
Partnering and CollaborationGrant and FundingClosedElectric Vehicle (EV) — Stream 2
Ontario EV co-investment for technology developmentOntario, CanadaOpen Date : April 3, 2023Closing date : November 7, 2023Eligible Funding- Maximum amount : 1,000,000 $
- Up to 33% of project cost
Eligible Industries- Utilities
- Manufacturing
- Transportation and warehousing
- Professional, scientific and technical services
Types of eligible projectsCommercializationTechnologyInnovationOntario, CanadaOpen Date : April 3, 2023Closing date : November 7, 2023- Grant and FundingClosed
Enabling Accessibility Fund — Small projects
Accessible workplace and community projectsOntario, CanadaOpen Date : May 28, 2024Closing date : July 23, 2024Eligible Funding- Maximum amount : 125,000 $
- Up to 25% of project cost
Eligible Industries- Construction
- Retail trade
- Transportation and warehousing
- Information and cultural industries
Types of eligible projectsTechnologyOntario, CanadaOpen Date : May 28, 2024Closing date : July 23, 2024 - Partnering and CollaborationGrant and FundingClosed
SMART Cluster's 9th call for proposals – advanced manufacturing
Supports international advanced manufacturing R&D collaborations for innovative SMEsCanadaClosing date : January 22, 2026Eligible Funding- Varies by project
Eligible Industries- Manufacturing
Types of eligible projectsCommercializationTechnologyInnovationCanadaClosing date : January 22, 2026 - Grant and FundingClosed
Women Entrepreneurship Fund (WEF)
Supporting women entrepreneurs in growth and market opportunitiesCanadaClosing date : November 15, 2018Eligible Funding- From $10,000 to $100,000
- Up to 10% of project cost
Eligible Industries- All industries
Types of eligible projectsCommercializationCanadaClosing date : November 15, 2018 - Partnering and CollaborationGrant and FundingClosed
Biofood market development program — Component 2
Support for collective market developmentQuebec, CanadaEligible Funding- From $25,000 to $750,000
- Up to 80% of project cost
Eligible Industries- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
- Manufacturing
- Wholesale trade
- Retail trade
Types of eligible projectsCommercializationQuebec, Canada - Grant and FundingClosed
Enabling Accessibility Fund – Youth Innovation Component
Empowering youth to improve accessibility for people with disabilitiesCanadaOpen Date : May 30, 2025Closing date : November 3, 2025Eligible Funding- Maximum amount : 12,000 $
Eligible Industries- Educational services
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
- Accommodation and food services
- Other services (except public administration)
Types of eligible projectsTechnologyInnovationCanadaOpen Date : May 30, 2025Closing date : November 3, 2025 
Grant and FundingClosedFedDev Ontario — Funding for organizations that help businesses grow
Funding for organizations supporting business growthOntario, CanadaClosing date : December 20, 2024Eligible Funding- Varies by project
Eligible Industries- Manufacturing
- Information and cultural industries
- Professional, scientific and technical services
- Administrative and support, waste management and remediation services
Types of eligible projectsTechnologyEnvironment and ClimateInnovationOntario, CanadaClosing date : December 20, 2024
Partnering and CollaborationGrant and FundingExpert AdviceClosedGame Changer Pitch Competition
Pitch competition for innovative decentralised energy technology companiesQuebec, CanadaOpen Date : August 8, 2025Closing date : October 17, 2025Eligible Funding- Varies by project
Eligible Industries- Utilities
- Information and cultural industries
- Professional, scientific and technical services
Types of eligible projectsArtificial Intelligence (AI)TechnologyEnvironment and ClimateInnovationQuebec, CanadaOpen Date : August 8, 2025Closing date : October 17, 2025- Grant and FundingClosed
Group Entrepreneurship Capital Program
Supports building projects for social economy enterprisesQuebec, CanadaOpen Date : September 8, 2025Closing date : October 24, 2025Eligible Funding- Maximum amount : 500,000 $
- Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries- Finance and insurance
- Educational services
- Health care and social assistance
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
Types of eligible projectsConstruction and RenovationQuebec, CanadaOpen Date : September 8, 2025Closing date : October 24, 2025 
Grant and FundingClosedInnovation in Quantum Technologies — Stream 1
Funding for startups for collaborative R&D projects in quantum technologiesQuebec, CanadaClosing date : May 30, 2024Eligible Funding- Maximum amount : 150,000 $
- Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries- Professional, scientific and technical services
Types of eligible projectsTechnologyInnovationQuebec, CanadaClosing date : May 30, 2024- Partnering and CollaborationGrant and FundingClosed
Innovation in Quantum Technologies — Stream 2
Support for Quebec quantum technology innovationQuebec, CanadaClosing date : May 30, 2024Eligible Funding- Maximum amount : 1,500,000 $
- Up to 35% of project cost
Eligible Industries- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
- Mining, quarrying, and oil and gas extraction
- Utilities
- Construction
Types of eligible projectsCommercializationArtificial Intelligence (AI)Quebec, CanadaClosing date : May 30, 2024 - Grant and FundingClosed
Innovation in Quantum Technologies — Stream 3
Money for collaborative projects in partnership with public research centresQuebec, CanadaClosing date : April 15, 2025Eligible Funding- Maximum amount : 1,500,000 $
- Up to 35% of project cost
Eligible Industries- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
- Mining, quarrying, and oil and gas extraction
- Construction
- Manufacturing
Types of eligible projectsArtificial Intelligence (AI)TechnologyQuebec, CanadaClosing date : April 15, 2025 - Partnering and CollaborationGrant and FundingClosed
Innovation in Quantum Technologies — Stream 4
Collaborative funding for quantum innovation projectsQuebec, CanadaOpen Date : January 31, 2024Closing date : May 30, 2024Eligible Funding- Maximum amount : 1,500,000 $
- Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
- Mining, quarrying, and oil and gas extraction
- Utilities
- Construction
Types of eligible projectsArtificial Intelligence (AI)TechnologyInnovationQuebec, CanadaOpen Date : January 31, 2024Closing date : May 30, 2024 
Loans and Capital investmentsClosedLa Vallée-du-Richelieu Agricultural Microcredit Fund
Interest-free loans for agricultural business development in Vallée-du-RichelieuQuebec, CanadaOpen Date : December 8, 2025Closing date : February 8, 2026Eligible Funding- Maximum amount : 10,000 $
- Up to 20% of project cost
Eligible Industries- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
Types of eligible projectsCommercializationTechnologyBusiness BuyoutInnovationQuebec, CanadaOpen Date : December 8, 2025Closing date : February 8, 2026- Grant and FundingClosed
MAPAQ — Supporting the development of greenhouse businesses
Support for greenhouse growth and modernizationQuebec, CanadaClosing date : June 27, 2024Eligible Funding- Maximum amount : 600,000 $
- Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
Types of eligible projectsEnvironment and ClimateConstruction and RenovationQuebec, CanadaClosing date : June 27, 2024 
Grant and FundingClosedMRC Bellechasse — Social Economy Enterprise Development Fund (FDEÉS)
Financial support for social economy business development in BellechasseQuebec, CanadaOpen Date : January 1, 2023Closing date : December 31, 2023Eligible Funding- Maximum amount : 50,000 $
- Up to 80% of project cost
Eligible Industries- Health care and social assistance
Types of eligible projectsEnvironment and ClimateQuebec, CanadaOpen Date : January 1, 2023Closing date : December 31, 2023
Grant and FundingClosedMRC Charlevoix-Est — Cultural Development
Support for cultural projects in Charlevoix-EstLa Malbaie, Quebec, CanadaOpen Date : January 1, 2024Closing date : December 31, 2024Eligible Funding- Up to 80% of project cost
Eligible Industries- Information and cultural industries
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
- Public administration
Types of eligible projectsInnovationLa Malbaie, Quebec, CanadaOpen Date : January 1, 2024Closing date : December 31, 2024- Grant and FundingClosed
MRC Charlevoix-Est — Financial Assistance to Support Rental Housing
Support for rental housing construction in Charlevoix-EstQuebec, CanadaClosing date : January 31, 2025Eligible Funding- Maximum amount : 150,000 $
- Up to 33% of project cost
Eligible Industries- Construction
Types of eligible projectsConstruction and RenovationQuebec, CanadaClosing date : January 31, 2025 
Other SupportPartnering and CollaborationGrant and FundingExpert AdviceLoans and Capital investmentsClosedMRC Collines-de-l'Outaouais — FRR Stream 2
Funding for structuring local development projectsQuebec, CanadaOpen Date : January 1, 2021Closing date : December 31, 2025Eligible Funding- Maximum amount : 150,000 $
- Up to 80% of project cost
Eligible Industries- Arts, entertainment and recreation
Types of eligible projectsInnovationQuebec, CanadaOpen Date : January 1, 2021Closing date : December 31, 2025- Other SupportExpert AdviceLoans and Capital investmentsClosed
MRC Collines-de-l'Outaouais — Local Investment Fund (FLI) and Solidarity Fund (FLS)
Financing for local business growth and successionQuebec, CanadaOpen Date : January 1, 2013Closing date : October 2, 2023Eligible Funding- Maximum amount : 150,000 $
- Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries- Retail trade
- Professional, scientific and technical services
- Management of companies and enterprises
- Health care and social assistance
Types of eligible projectsCommercializationConstruction and Renovation Business BuyoutInnovationDigital TransformationQuebec, CanadaOpen Date : January 1, 2013Closing date : October 2, 2023 
Other SupportPartnering and CollaborationGrant and FundingExpert AdviceClosedMRC de Mékinac — FRR Stream 4
Funding for local territorial vitality projectsQuebec, CanadaOpen Date : April 1, 2020Closing date : March 31, 2024Eligible Funding- Maximum amount : 100,000 $
Eligible Industries- Retail trade
- Educational services
- Health care and social assistance
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
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Expert AdviceLoans and Capital investmentsClosedMRC des Chenaux — Local Investment Fund (FLI) and Solidarity Fund (FLS)
Business financing for growth and successionQuebec, CanadaOpen Date : September 20, 2023Closing date : September 20, 2023Eligible Funding- Maximum amount : 150,000 $
Eligible Industries- Manufacturing
- Professional, scientific and technical services
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
Types of eligible projectsCommercializationConstruction and Renovation Business BuyoutDigital TransformationQuebec, CanadaOpen Date : September 20, 2023Closing date : September 20, 2023
Grant and FundingClosedMRC Fjord-du-Saguenay — Entrepreneurship assistance and support fund (FASE)
Entrepreneurship support fund fostering economic developmentQuebec, CanadaOpen Date : February 17, 2017Closing date : February 13, 2021Eligible Funding- From $15,000 to $75,000
- Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
- Manufacturing
- Wholesale trade
- Retail trade
Types of eligible projectsInnovationDigital TransformationQuebec, CanadaOpen Date : February 17, 2017Closing date : February 13, 2021
Grant and FundingClosedMRC Kamouraska — Regional Outreach Support Program (FRR-1)
Funding for regional outreach projectsQuebec, CanadaOpen Date : September 1, 2023Closing date : August 1, 2024Eligible Funding- Maximum amount : 50,000 $
- Up to 80% of project cost
Eligible Industries- Accommodation and food services
Types of eligible projectsConstruction and RenovationQuebec, CanadaOpen Date : September 1, 2023Closing date : August 1, 2024- Grant and FundingClosed
MRC Kamouraska — Support Program for Innovative Projects for Cultural Development and Community Animation
Funding for innovative cultural projectsUnity, Quebec, CanadaClosing date : February 28, 2024Eligible Funding- Varies by project
Eligible Industries- Information and cultural industries
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
Types of eligible projectsInnovationUnity, Quebec, CanadaClosing date : February 28, 2024 
Grant and FundingExpert AdviceClosedMRC L’Île-d’Orléans — Support for Structuring Projects
Support for local structuring projectsSaint-Pierre-de-l'Ile-d'Orleans, Quebec, CanadaOpen Date : February 8, 2023Closing date : March 31, 2025Eligible Funding- Varies by project
Eligible Industries- All industries
Types of eligible projectsTechnologyEnvironment and ClimateConstruction and Renovation Human ResourcesDigital TransformationSaint-Pierre-de-l'Ile-d'Orleans, Quebec, CanadaOpen Date : February 8, 2023Closing date : March 31, 2025
Grant and FundingClosedMRC L'Islet — Child development assistance measure for the south of the territory
Support for youth-focused community projectsSaint-Pamphile, Quebec, CanadaClosing date : May 20, 2022Eligible Funding- Maximum amount : 5,000 $
- Up to 80% of project cost
Eligible Industries- Educational services
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
- Other services (except public administration)
- Public administration
Types of eligible projectsEnvironment and ClimateSaint-Pamphile, Quebec, CanadaClosing date : May 20, 2022- Saint-Jean-Port-Joli, Quebec, CanadaEligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 25,000 $
- Up to 40% of project cost
Eligible Industries- All industries
Types of eligible projectsCommercializationInnovationSaint-Jean-Port-Joli, Quebec, Canada - Grant and FundingClosed
MRC L'Islet — Local Services Development Fund
Support for local services in MRC de L’IsletSaint-Jean-Port-Joli, Quebec, CanadaEligible Funding- Maximum amount : 25,000 $
- Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries- Retail trade
- Educational services
- Other services (except public administration)
- Public administration
Types of eligible projectsConstruction and RenovationSaint-Jean-Port-Joli, Quebec, Canada - Partnering and CollaborationGrant and FundingClosed
MRC L'Islet — Sectoral agreement for the development of culture in Chaudière-Appalaches
Funding for cultural equipment and infrastructureLevis, Quebec, CanadaClosing date : March 25, 2024Eligible Funding- From $5,000 to $10,000
- Up to 90% of project cost
Eligible Industries- Information and cultural industries
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
Types of eligible projectsConstruction and RenovationLevis, Quebec, CanadaClosing date : March 25, 2024 
Grant and FundingClosedMRC La Jacques-Cartier — Capitale-Nationale Region Fund
FRCN supports economic development in Capitale-Nationale regionQuebec, CanadaClosing date : September 22, 2023Eligible Funding- Maximum amount : 1,000,000 $
- Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
Types of eligible projectsConstruction and RenovationQuebec, CanadaClosing date : September 22, 2023
Loans and Capital investmentsClosedMRC La Matapédia — FLI-FLS
Financing for business growth and successionQuebec, CanadaOpen Date : April 1, 2023Closing date : April 1, 2023Eligible Funding- From $1,000 to $150,000
- Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries- All industries
Types of eligible projectsCommercializationConstruction and Renovation Business BuyoutDigital TransformationQuebec, CanadaOpen Date : April 1, 2023Closing date : April 1, 2023
Thetford Mines, Quebec, CanadaClosing date : February 16, 2024Eligible Funding- Maximum amount : 5,000 $
- Up to 70% of project cost
Eligible Industries- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
- Administrative and support, waste management and remediation services
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
- Public administration
Types of eligible projectsEnvironment and ClimateThetford Mines, Quebec, CanadaClosing date : February 16, 2024- Thetford Mines, Quebec, CanadaOpen Date : January 1, 2023Closing date : March 31, 2025Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Eligible Industries- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
- Administrative and support, waste management and remediation services
- Public administration
Types of eligible projectsInnovationThetford Mines, Quebec, CanadaOpen Date : January 1, 2023Closing date : March 31, 2025 
Grant and FundingClosedMRC Les Etchemins — Call for projects: Signature innovation
Supporting nature-based tourism projects in Les EtcheminsQuebec, CanadaOpen Date : August 30, 2024Closing date : December 20, 2024Eligible Funding- Maximum amount : 200,000 $
- Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries- Arts, entertainment and recreation
- Accommodation and food services
Types of eligible projectsCommercializationEnvironment and ClimateQuebec, CanadaOpen Date : August 30, 2024Closing date : December 20, 2024
Grant and FundingClosedMRC Maskinongé — Programme DÉPART
Funding for business growth and diversificationQuebec, CanadaClosing date : November 19, 2025Eligible Funding- From $15,000 to $150,000
- Up to 60.000004% of project cost
Eligible Industries- Manufacturing
- Information and cultural industries
- Professional, scientific and technical services
- Accommodation and food services
Types of eligible projectsCommercializationConstruction and Renovation Business BuyoutQuebec, CanadaClosing date : November 19, 2025
Grant and FundingExpert AdviceLoans and Capital investmentsClosedMRC Montmagny — Regions and Rurality Fund (FRR)
Funding for territorial development and vitalizationMontmagny, Quebec, CanadaOpen Date : April 1, 2020Closing date : December 31, 2024Eligible Funding- Maximum amount : 50,000 $
- Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
- Construction
- Manufacturing
- Retail trade
Types of eligible projectsBusiness BuyoutInnovationMontmagny, Quebec, CanadaOpen Date : April 1, 2020Closing date : December 31, 2024
Partnering and CollaborationGrant and FundingClosedMRC Nicolet-Yamaska — Regional development fund (FRR volet 2)
Supports local development projects in Nicolet-YamaskaNicolet, Quebec, CanadaEligible Funding- Maximum amount : 500,000 $
Eligible Industries- All industries
Types of eligible projectsEnvironment and ClimateConstruction and Renovation InnovationNicolet, Quebec, Canada- Grant and FundingExpert AdviceClosed
MRC Nicolet-Yamaska — Signature project (FRR part 3)
Funding for local ecological transition projectsNicolet, Quebec, CanadaClosing date : April 26, 2024Eligible Funding- Maximum amount : 35,000 $
- Up to 80% of project cost
Eligible Industries- Public administration
Types of eligible projectsEnvironment and ClimateInnovationNicolet, Quebec, CanadaClosing date : April 26, 2024 
Grant and FundingClosedMRC Portneuf — Capitale-Nationale Region Fund (FRCN)
Portneuf's investment fund supports regional economic developmentQuebec, CanadaOpen Date : June 1, 2018Closing date : January 23, 2019Eligible Funding- Maximum amount : 100,000 $
- Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
- Manufacturing
- Information and cultural industries
- Administrative and support, waste management and remediation services
Types of eligible projectsCommercializationTechnologyConstruction and Renovation InnovationDigital TransformationQuebec, CanadaOpen Date : June 1, 2018Closing date : January 23, 2019
Loans and Capital investmentsClosedMRC Témiscouata — Local Investment Fund (FLI) / Local Solidarity Fund (FLS)
Local business financing supportQuebec, CanadaOpen Date : April 8, 2024Closing date : April 8, 2025Eligible Funding- Varies by project
Eligible Industries- Manufacturing
- Professional, scientific and technical services
- Health care and social assistance
- Other services (except public administration)
Types of eligible projectsCommercializationConstruction and Renovation Business BuyoutDigital TransformationQuebec, CanadaOpen Date : April 8, 2024Closing date : April 8, 2025- Quebec, CanadaClosing date : May 16, 2025Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 450,000 $
- Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries- Mining, quarrying, and oil and gas extraction
- Manufacturing
Types of eligible projectsEnvironment and ClimateInnovationQuebec, CanadaClosing date : May 16, 2025 - Grant and FundingClosed
MTRIC — PARTENAR-IA — Academic
Funding for Quebec metal transformation R&D collaborations in AIQuebec, CanadaClosing date : October 27, 2023Eligible Funding- Maximum amount : 1,500,000 $
- Up to 35% of project cost
Eligible Industries- Mining, quarrying, and oil and gas extraction
- Manufacturing
Types of eligible projectsCommercializationInnovationQuebec, CanadaClosing date : October 27, 2023 - Grant and FundingClosed
Musicaction — Skills development
Supports music skills development initiativesQuebec, CanadaClosing date : March 13, 2026Eligible Funding- Maximum amount : 75,000 $
- Up to 75% of project cost
Eligible Industries- Information and cultural industries
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
Types of eligible projectsHuman ResourcesQuebec, CanadaClosing date : March 13, 2026 
Grant and FundingClosedPacifiCan — Regional Economic Growth through Innovation — Business Scale-Up and Productivity
Financing to accelerate growth in British ColumbiaBC, CanadaOpen Date : July 14, 2023Closing date : September 22, 2023Eligible Funding- From $200,000 to $5,000,000
- Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
- Mining, quarrying, and oil and gas extraction
- Manufacturing
- Information and cultural industries
Types of eligible projectsCommercializationBC, CanadaOpen Date : July 14, 2023Closing date : September 22, 2023- Grant and FundingClosed
Support program for economic development projects (PAPDE) — Component 1 : Supporting the development of entrepreneurship
Supports Quebec entrepreneurship development with non-repayable grantsQuebec, CanadaOpen Date : March 26, 2024Closing date : March 31, 2026Eligible Funding- Maximum amount : 1,000,000 $
- Up to 60% of project cost
Eligible Industries- All industries
Types of eligible projectsQuebec, CanadaOpen Date : March 26, 2024Closing date : March 31, 2026
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