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Small Business Grants in Ontario for 2026

See which Ontario programs actually fit a small business project before you apply

Ontario is one of Canada's most active markets for small business funding, with grants, tax credits, and financing programs that support hiring, digital adoption, equipment, training, expansion, and export growth. This 2026 guide helps Ontario SMEs quickly identify which programs fit their project and what funders usually expect before an application is submitted.

Whether you are modernizing operations, launching a new product, training staff, or expanding into new markets, the goal is to match the right program to the right business case. Use this page to understand eligibility, compare common funding paths, and avoid the application mistakes that most often slow down approval.

124 opportunities available
Eligible Funding
  • Maximum amount : 1,000,000 $
  • Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries
  • Professional, scientific and technical services
  • Educational services
Types of eligible projects
CommercializationTechnologyConstruction and Renovation Innovation
Ontario, Canada
Gasoline used in unlicensed business equipment
Tax CreditsOpen

Gasoline used in unlicensed business equipment

Refund for Ontario gasoline tax paid for unlicensed equipment
Ontario, Canada
Eligible Funding
  • No Condition
Eligible Industries
  • Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
  • Construction
  • Manufacturing
Types of eligible projects
Construction and Renovation
Ontario, Canada
Tax refund for power takeoff equipment
Tax CreditsOpen

Tax refund for power takeoff equipment

Refund for Ontario gasoline tax paid for auxiliary equipment
Ontario, Canada
Eligible Funding
  • No Condition
Eligible Industries
  • Construction
  • Manufacturing
  • Transportation and warehousing
Types of eligible projects
Ontario, Canada
Experience Ontario 2025
Grant and FundingClosed

Experience Ontario 2025

Experience Ontario 2025 funds impactful tourism events in Ontario
Ontario, Canada
Eligible Funding
  • Maximum amount : 125,000 $
  • Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries
  • Arts, entertainment and recreation
  • Accommodation and food services
Types of eligible projects
Ontario, Canada
Toronto Retail Accelerator Program
Grant and FundingClosed

Toronto Retail Accelerator Program

$10,000 micro grant to help Toronto's small retail businesses thrive and expand
Toronto, Ontario, Canada
Eligible Funding
  • Maximum amount : 10,000 $
Eligible Industries
  • Retail trade
Types of eligible projects
CommercializationBusiness BuyoutDigital Transformation
Toronto, Ontario, Canada
Eligible Funding
  • Maximum amount : 3,000 $
  • Up to 25% of project cost
Eligible Industries
  • All industries
Types of eligible projects
Human Resources
Ontario, Canada
Ontario Office of the Employer Adviser
Expert AdviceOpen

Ontario Office of the Employer Adviser

Workplace safety advice in Ontario
Ontario, Canada
Eligible Funding
  • No Condition
Eligible Industries
  • Construction
Types of eligible projects
Ontario, Canada
i.d.e.a. Fund
Grant and FundingExpert AdviceClosed

i.d.e.a. Fund

Funding and support for high potential businesses focusing on a sustainable and green recovery
Ontario, Canada
Eligible Funding
  • No Condition
Eligible Industries
  • Manufacturing
  • Professional, scientific and technical services
  • Administrative and support, waste management and remediation services
Types of eligible projects
CommercializationEnvironment and ClimateInnovation
Ontario, Canada
OAC — Literary Organizations Projects
Grant and FundingOpenClosing Soon

OAC — Literary Organizations Projects

Supports Ontario literary organizations in presenting and promoting literature
Ontario, Canada
Grow Ontario Market Initiative
Grant and FundingClosed

Grow Ontario Market Initiative

Grow Ontario Market Initiative funds agri-food market expansion
Ontario, Canada
General Business Loans
Grant and FundingLoans and Capital investmentsOpen

General Business Loans

Financing for business development in Two Rivers, Ontario
Ontario, Canada
Business advisory services for small and medium-sized businesses
Ontario, Canada
Tourism Growth Program in southern Ontario
Grant and FundingClosed

Tourism Growth Program in southern Ontario

The Tourism Growth Program provides $108 million over 3 years to support local tourism businesses and not-for-profits.
Ontario, Canada
OCI — Innovating Digital Health Solutions (IDHS)
Grant and FundingClosed

OCI — Innovating Digital Health Solutions (IDHS)

Promotes digital health tech partnerships for improved patient care
Ontario, Canada
INVEST North Program — Investment – Locate Stream
Grant and FundingOpen

INVEST North Program — Investment – Locate Stream

Supports businesses relocating operations to Northern Ontario for economic growth
Ontario, Canada
OCI — ENCQOR 5G Technology Development (SME) Program
Partnering and CollaborationGrant and FundingWage Subsidies And InternsClosed

OCI — ENCQOR 5G Technology Development (SME) Program

ENCQOR 5G SME Program for Ontario technology development
Ontario, Canada
OCI — Technology Demonstration Program (TDP)
Grant and FundingOpen

OCI — Technology Demonstration Program (TDP)

Supports Ontario SMEs to implement DMAP-recommended digital technologies
Ontario, Canada
Ontario small business deduction (SBD)
Tax CreditsOpen

Ontario small business deduction (SBD)

Reduces income tax for eligible Ontario small businesses
Ontario, Canada
Smart Agriculture Living Lab Call for Proposal
Grant and FundingClosed

Smart Agriculture Living Lab Call for Proposal

Funding innovative smart agriculture solutions for industry challenges
Ontario, Canada
Toronto Main Street Innovation Fund
Grant and FundingClosed

Toronto Main Street Innovation Fund

The Main Street Innovation Fund supports Toronto's business recovery through grants for innovative community projects.
Toronto, Ontario, Canada
PARO Services
Expert AdviceOpen

PARO Services

Support and networking services for women entrepreneurs in Ontario
Ontario, Canada
Spark Mentorships & Grants - Northwest Ontario
Grant and FundingExpert AdviceClosed

Spark Mentorships & Grants - Northwest Ontario

Support to develop new tourism ideas
Ontario, Canada
Durham Community Foundation Community Grants
Grant and FundingClosed

Durham Community Foundation Community Grants

Supports community initiatives aligned with local priorities
Ontario, Canada
OTF — Capital Grant
Grant and FundingClosed

OTF — Capital Grant

Funding to enhance and upgrade Ontario community facilities and spaces
Ontario, Canada