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Grants and Funding for Small Businesses Led by Women

Canadian small businesses owned or led by women can explore grants, loans, tax credits and business support for startup, hiring, equipment, innovation and growth projects. Some programs specifically support women entrepreneurs; others are open to all businesses that meet their eligibility requirements. Compare ownership and leadership thresholds, business size, location, eligible costs and application timing. Confirm whether support must be repaid and how much your business must contribute.

For a broader selection, explore funding for women entrepreneurs or small business funding across Canada.

57 programs
  • National Research Council Canada (NRC) logo
    Researchers And FacilitiesPartnering and CollaborationExpert AdviceOpen

    iVisit

    Enables SMEs to solve innovation challenges with research expertise
    Eligible Funding
    Varies by project
    Eligible Industries
    Utilities, Manufacturing, Professional, scientific and technical services, Educational services
    Types of eligible projects
    TechnologyInnovation
    Legal Structure
    For-profit business
    Canada
  • Digital Health & Discovery Platform (dhdp) logo
    Grant and FundingOpen

    Digital Health Innovation Fund

    Supports collaborative research through federated data sharing
    Eligible 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 projects
    CommercializationArtificial Intelligence (AI)TechnologyInnovationDigital Transformation
    Legal Structure
    Non-profit, Public or Parapublic institution, For-profit business
    Canada
  • Business Development Bank of Canada (BDC) logo
    Loans and Capital investmentsOpen

    Woman entrepreneur

    Affordable financing for women, Indigenous and Black entrepreneurs
    Eligible Funding
    From $25,000 to $350,000
    Eligible Industries
    All industries
    Types of eligible projects
    Technology
    Legal Structure
    For-profit business
    Canada
  • Genome Canada logo
    Grant and FundingOpen

    Genome Canada

    Funds public-private genomics innovation projects
    Eligible Funding
    From $300,000 to $2,000,000 · Up to 20% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    All industries
    Types of eligible projects
    CommercializationInnovation
    Legal Structure
    For-profit business
    Canada
  • Protein Industries Canada (PIC) logo
    Partnering and CollaborationGrant and FundingExpert AdviceOpen

    Protein Industries Canada — Artificial Intelligence

    AI co-investment for plant-based agrifood innovation
    Eligible Funding
    Up to 45% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting, Manufacturing
    Types of eligible projects
    CommercializationArtificial Intelligence (AI)TechnologyDigital Transformation
    Legal Structure
    Non-financial cooperative, For-profit business
    Canada
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  • Protein Industries Canada (PIC) logo
    Grant and FundingOpen

    Technology Leadership: Genomics stream

    Commercializing genomics-driven crop innovation
    Eligible Funding
    Up to 45% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting, Manufacturing
    Types of eligible projects
    Commercialization
    Legal Structure
    For-profit business
    Canada
  • Ulnooweg logo
    Loans and Capital investmentsOpen

    Aboriginal Business Loans — Micro Loans

    Funding for Indigenous business growth
    Eligible Funding
    Maximum amount : 750,000 $ · Up to 75% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    Construction, Other services (except public administration)
    Types of eligible projects
    CommercializationTechnologyBusiness Buyout
    Legal Structure
    For-profit business, Sole proprietorship
    NS, Canada
  • Minister of Industry, Tourism and Investment (NWT) (ITI) logo
    Grant and FundingOpen

    Agri-food Funding

    Funds NWT agriculture initiatives improving competitiveness innovation and resilience
    Eligible Funding
    Maximum amount : 250,000 $ · Up to 100% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting, Manufacturing
    Types of eligible projects
    CommercializationEnvironment and ClimateConstruction and Renovation Human ResourcesDigital Transformation
    Legal Structure
    For-profit business
    NT, Canada
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  • Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency (ACOA) logo
    Grant and FundingLoans and Capital investmentsOpen

    Business Development Program (BDP)

    Financial support for business growth in Atlantic Canada
    Eligible Funding
    Up to 75% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    Manufacturing, Retail trade, Other services (except public administration)
    Types of eligible projects
    TechnologyEnvironment and ClimateConstruction and Renovation Innovation
    Legal Structure
    For-profit business
    NB, NL, NS, PE, Canada
  • Canada's Digital Technology Cluster (DIGITAL) logo
    Partnering and CollaborationOpen

    Canada's Digital Technology Cluster — Capacity-Building Program

    Digital talent development and SME scale-up program in Canada
    Eligible Funding
    From $100,000 to $2,000,000 · Up to 75% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    Information and cultural industries, Professional, scientific and technical services
    Types of eligible projects
    Digital Transformation
    Legal Structure
    Non-profit, Public or Parapublic institution, For-profit business
    Canada
  • Canadian Northern Economic Development Agency (CanNor) logo
    Grant and FundingLoans and Capital investmentsOpen

    CanNor — IDEANorth

    Northern economic development and infrastructure support
    Eligible Funding
    Maximum amount : 6,000,000 $ · Up to 80% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting, Mining, quarrying, and oil and gas extraction
    Types of eligible projects
    CommercializationTechnologyConstruction and Renovation Innovation
    Legal Structure
    For-profit business, Social economy enterprise
    NT, Nunavut, Yukon, Canada
  • Evol logo
    Loans and Capital investmentsOpen

    Evol — Conventional loans for women entrepreneurs

    Loan fund for women entrepreneurs focused on sustainable development
    Eligible Funding
    From $20,000 to $50,000
    Eligible Industries
    All industries
    Types of eligible projects
    CommercializationBusiness Buyout
    Legal Structure
    Sole proprietorship, Non-financial cooperative, Social economy enterprise, For-profit business
    Canada
  • Government of Nova Scotia logo
    Wage Subsidies And InternsOpen

    Graduate to Opportunity (GTO) Program

    Subsidy for Nova Scotia graduate salaries
    Eligible Funding
    Up to 25% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    All industries
    Types of eligible projects
    Innovation
    Legal Structure
    Non-profit, Public or Parapublic institution, Social economy enterprise, For-profit business
    NS, Canada
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  • Eligible Funding
    Maximum amount : 6,000,000 $
    Eligible Industries
    All industries
    Types of eligible projects
    CommercializationTechnologyConstruction and Renovation Innovation
    Legal Structure
    Non-profit, For-profit business, Social economy enterprise
    NT, Nunavut, Yukon, Canada
  • Innovation Guelph logo
    Grant and FundingOpen

    Innovation Guelph — Rhyze Up! Program

    Accelerator for women- and nonbinary-led scale-ups
    Eligible Funding
    Maximum amount : 5,600 $
    Eligible Industries
    All industries
    Types of eligible projects
    CommercializationInnovationDigital Transformation
    Legal Structure
    For-profit business
    Canada
  • Innovation Guelph logo
    Grant and FundingOpen

    Innovation Guelph — Rhyze Ventures Program

    National accelerator for women and nonbinary scale-ups
    Eligible Funding
    From $5,000 to $12,000
    Eligible Industries
    All industries
    Types of eligible projects
    CommercializationBusiness Buyout
    Legal Structure
    For-profit business
    Guelph, Ontario, Canada
  • MRC Charlevoix-Est logo
    Grant and FundingOpen

    MRC Charlevoix-Est — Business Support

    Support for creating and sustaining businesses in Charlevoix-Est
    Eligible Funding
    Maximum amount : 150,000 $ · Up to 50% of project cost
    Types of eligible projects
    CommercializationConstruction and Renovation Business Buyout
    Timeline
    Open Date : April 16, 2020
    Clermont, Quebec, Canada
  • Nishnawbe Aski Development Fund (NADF) logo
    Grant and FundingOpen

    NADF Financing

    Financing for Northern Ontario Indigenous business and economic development
    Eligible Funding
    Maximum amount : 500,000 $
    Eligible Industries
    All industries
    Types of eligible projects
    Legal Structure
    For-profit business, Sole proprietorship
    Ontario, Canada
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  • Government of Ontario logo
    Grant and FundingOpen

    OMIF — Live Music

    Supports live music events in Ontario
    Eligible Funding
    From $10,000 to $125,000 · Up to 50% of project cost
    Types of eligible projects
    Human Resources
    Legal Structure
    For-profit business
    Timeline
    Closing date : October 22, 2026
    Ontario, Canada
  • Government of Prince Edward Island (PEI) logo
    Grant and FundingOpen

    Organic Industry Development — Increasing Market Competitiveness

    Funding to help Prince Edward Island organic businesses increase market share
    Eligible Funding
    Maximum amount : 60,000 $ · Up to 70% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    All industries
    Types of eligible projects
    CommercializationTechnology
    Legal Structure
    Non-profit, Sole proprietorship, Public or Parapublic institution, Non-financial cooperative, Social economy enterprise, For-profit business
    PE, Canada
  • PARO Centre for Women's Enterprise logo
    Expert AdviceOpen

    PARO Services

    Support for women entrepreneurs across Canada
    Eligible Funding
    Varies by project
    Eligible Industries
    All industries
    Types of eligible projects
    Legal Structure
    For-profit business, Social economy enterprise, Sole proprietorship
    Ontario, Canada
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  • Eligible Funding
    Maximum amount : 60,000 $
    Eligible Industries
    All industries
    Types of eligible projects
    CommercializationArtificial Intelligence (AI)Construction and Renovation Human ResourcesDigital Transformation
    Legal Structure
    Sole proprietorship, Social economy enterprise
    Alberta, Manitoba, Saskatchewan, Canada
  • Eligible Funding
    Maximum amount : 30,000 $ · Up to 50% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting, Manufacturing, Wholesale trade
    Types of eligible projects
    Commercialization
    Legal Structure
    Non-profit, Sole proprietorship, Public or Parapublic institution, For-profit business
    PE, Canada
  • Prairies Economic Development Canada (PrairiesCan) logo
    Grant and FundingLoans and Capital investmentsOpen

    Regional Artificial Intelligence Initiative (RAII) in the Prairie Provinces

    Support for responsible AI commercialization and adoption
    Eligible Funding
    From $250,000 to $5,000,000 · Up to 90% 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 projects
    CommercializationArtificial Intelligence (AI)TechnologyHuman Resources
    Legal Structure
    Non-profit, Public or Parapublic institution, For-profit business
    Alberta, Manitoba, Saskatchewan, Canada
  • Government of Yukon logo
    Grant and FundingWage Subsidies And InternsOpen

    Staffing UP

    Financial support for recruiting, hiring, and retaining employees
    Eligible Funding
    Up to 60% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    All industries
    Types of eligible projects
    Human Resources
    Legal Structure
    For-profit business, Sole proprietorship
    Yukon, Canada
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  • Invest Nova Scotia logo
    Grant and FundingOpen

    Supplier Diversity Certification Program

    Reimbursement for supplier diversity certification costs
    Eligible Funding
    Maximum amount : 1,000 $ · Up to 100% of project cost
    Types of eligible projects
    Commercialization
    Legal Structure
    For-profit business
    Timeline
    Open Date : April 14, 2026 · Closing date : February 26, 2027
    NS, Canada
  • Government of Nova Scotia logo
    Loans and Capital investmentsOpen

    Vessel Loan Program

    Loans for fishing vessels, engines and equipment in Nova Scotia
    Eligible Funding
    Varies by project
    Eligible Industries
    Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
    Types of eligible projects
    Environment and ClimateConstruction and Renovation Business Buyout
    Legal Structure
    For-profit business, Sole proprietorship
    NS, Canada
  • Women's Enterprise Organizations of Canada (WEOC) logo
    Loans and Capital investmentsOpen

    WEOC National Loan Program

    Financing support for women entrepreneurs
    Eligible Funding
    Maximum amount : 50,000 $
    Eligible Industries
    Manufacturing, Retail trade, Transportation and warehousing, Professional, scientific and technical services
    Types of eligible projects
    Digital Transformation
    Legal Structure
    For-profit business
    Canada
  • Musicaction logo
    Grant and FundingClosed

    Musicaction - Global Funding Envelope – Support Program

    Funding for Canadian music companies
    Eligible Funding
    Maximum amount : 600,000 $ · Up to 50% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    Arts, entertainment and recreation
    Types of eligible projects
    Commercialization
    Legal Structure
    Sole proprietorship, Non-financial cooperative, For-profit business
    Canada
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  • Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada (ISED) logo
    Grant and FundingClosed

    Cyber Security Innovation Network

    Supports pan-Canadian cyber security research, commercialization, and talent development
    Eligible Funding
    Up to 50% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    Professional, scientific and technical services, Educational services
    Types of eligible projects
    CommercializationTechnologyHuman ResourcesInnovation
    Legal Structure
    Non-profit, Public or Parapublic institution, For-profit business
    Canada
  • Communautique logo
    Wage Subsidies And InternsClosed

    Digital Skills Internships

    Internship wage subsidy for digital skill development
    Eligible Funding
    Up to 100% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    Information and cultural industries, Professional, scientific and technical services
    Types of eligible projects
    Digital Transformation
    Legal Structure
    Non-profit, Public or Parapublic institution, For-profit business
    Canada
  • Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada (ISED) logo
    Grant and FundingClosed

    Women Entrepreneurship Fund (WEF)

    Supporting women entrepreneurs in growth and market opportunities
    Eligible Funding
    From $10,000 to $100,000 · Up to 10% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    All industries
    Types of eligible projects
    Commercialization
    Legal Structure
    Sole proprietorship, Non-financial cooperative, Social economy enterprise, For-profit business
    Canada
  • Government of Manitoba logo
    Grant and FundingClosed

    Canada - Manitoba Job Grant

    Discontinued support for Manitoba employer training
    Eligible Funding
    Maximum amount : 100,000 $ · Up to 75% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    All industries
    Types of eligible projects
    Human Resources
    Legal Structure
    For-profit business
    Manitoba, Canada
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  • Ontario Chamber of Commerce (OCC) logo
    Grant and FundingClosed

    Canada United Small Business Relief Fund

    Support for safe reopening and digital growth
    Eligible Funding
    Maximum amount : 5,000 $
    Eligible Industries
    Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting, Retail trade, Other services (except public administration), Public administration
    Types of eligible projects
    TechnologyConstruction and Renovation Digital Transformation
    Legal Structure
    Non-profit, Sole proprietorship, Public or Parapublic institution, For-profit business
    Ontario, Canada
  • City of Vancouver logo
    Grant and FundingClosed

    Capital Project Grants - Social Policy - Social Medium Capital Grants

    Supports upgrades to social-serving facilities for vulnerable Vancouver communities
    Eligible Funding
    From $25,000 to $50,000 · Up to 50% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    Health care and social assistance, Other services (except public administration), Public administration
    Types of eligible projects
    Environment and Climate
    Legal Structure
    Financial cooperative, Non-profit, Public or Parapublic institution, Non-financial cooperative, Social economy enterprise
    Vancouver, BC, Canada
  • Employment and Social Development Canada (ESDC) logo
    Wage Subsidies And InternsClosed

    ESDC — Apprenticeship Service Program

    Support for SMEs to take part in apprenticeship
    Eligible Funding
    Minimum amount : 5,000 $
    Eligible Industries
    Construction, Manufacturing
    Types of eligible projects
    Human Resources
    Legal Structure
    Non-profit, Sole proprietorship, Public or Parapublic institution, For-profit business
    Canada
  • TechAlliance logo
    Grant and FundingExpert AdviceClosed

    i.d.e.a. Fund

    Funding and support for high potential businesses focusing on a sustainable and green recovery
    Eligible Funding
    Maximum amount : 30,000 $
    Eligible Industries
    Manufacturing, Professional, scientific and technical services, Administrative and support, waste management and remediation services
    Types of eligible projects
    CommercializationEnvironment and ClimateInnovation
    Legal Structure
    For-profit business
    Ontario, Canada
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  • Musicaction logo
    Grant and FundingClosed

    Musicaction — Artist career, skills and business development

    Financial aid for music career and business development
    Eligible Funding
    Maximum amount : 100,000 $ · Up to 50% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    Arts, entertainment and recreation
    Types of eligible projects
    Commercialization
    Legal Structure
    For-profit business
    Quebec, Canada
  • Next Generation Manufacturing Canada (NGen) logo
    Grant and FundingClosed

    NGen — Pilot Projects

    Funding for collaborative advanced manufacturing projects
    Eligible Funding
    From $100,000 to $250,000 · Up to 50% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    Manufacturing, Professional, scientific and technical services
    Types of eligible projects
    CommercializationTechnologyInnovation
    Legal Structure
    For-profit business, Non-profit
    Ontario, Canada
  • Canada Media Fund (CMF) logo
    Grant and FundingClosed

    Ontario Creates-CMF — IDM Futures Forward Program

    Supports early-stage project development
    Eligible Funding
    Maximum amount : 20,000 $ · Up to 75% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    All industries
    Types of eligible projects
    Digital Transformation
    Legal Structure
    For-profit business
    Toronto, Ontario, Canada
  • Perennia Food and Agriculture Corporation logo
    Grant and FundingClosed

    Perennia — On-Farm Climate Action Fund (OFCAF)

    Supports Nova Scotia farmers adopting climate-friendly practices
    Eligible Funding
    Maximum amount : 100,000 $ · Up to 85% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
    Types of eligible projects
    Environment and Climate
    Legal Structure
    For-profit business, Financial cooperative, Non-profit, Sole proprietorship, Public or Parapublic institution, Non-financial cooperative
    NS, Canada
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  • Prairies Economic Development Canada (PrairiesCan) logo
    Other SupportGrant and FundingLoans and Capital investmentsClosed

    PrairiesCan — Aerospace Regional Recovery Initiative (ARRI)

    Funding to recover Canada's aerospace sector in the Prairie region
    Eligible Funding
    Maximum amount : 10,000,000 $ · Up to 75% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    Manufacturing, Professional, scientific and technical services
    Types of eligible projects
    CommercializationTechnologyEnvironment and ClimateInnovation
    Legal Structure
    Non-profit, Public or Parapublic institution, For-profit business
    Alberta, Manitoba, Saskatchewan, Canada
  • Employment and Social Development Canada (ESDC) logo
    Grant and FundingClosed

    Skills for Success Program — Research and Innovation Stream

    Funding for research to support the skills development of adults
    Eligible Funding
    Maximum amount : 7,500,000 $ · 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
    Innovation
    Legal Structure
    Non-profit, Public or Parapublic institution, For-profit business
    Canada
  • City of Toronto logo
    Grant and FundingClosed

    Toronto Circular Food Innovators Fund

    Supports Toronto businesses in implementing reusable foodservice systems
    Eligible Funding
    From $5,000 to $35,000 · Up to 75% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    Accommodation and food services
    Types of eligible projects
    Environment and Climate
    Legal Structure
    Non-profit, Public or Parapublic institution, For-profit business
    Toronto, Ontario, Canada
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  • YWCA Hamilton logo
    Expert AdviceClosed

    YWCA Hamilton

    Business support for women entrepreneurs
    Eligible Funding
    Varies by project
    Eligible Industries
    All industries
    Types of eligible projects
    Digital Transformation
    Legal Structure
    For-profit business, Sole proprietorship
    Ontario, Canada
  • Colleges and Institutes Canada logo
    Other SupportGrant and FundingClosed

    Career Launcher Apprenticeship Program

    Support for hiring first-year apprentices
    Eligible Funding
    From $5,000 to $10,000
    Eligible Industries
    Construction, Manufacturing
    Types of eligible projects
    Human Resources
    Legal Structure
    For-profit business
    Canada

Questions about funding for women-led small businesses

Guidance on ownership, leadership, business size, project evidence, and useful broader searches.

How do the women-entrepreneur and small-business filters interact?

The shortlist combines an audience condition with a business-size condition. A funding source may define women’s ownership, leadership, or decision-making differently, and it may measure size through employees, revenue, assets, or another test. Review both definitions instead of assuming the directory labels establish eligibility.

What can demonstrate that a small business is led by women?

Depending on the source, evidence may include incorporation or ownership records, shareholder information, governance documents, executive roles, signing authority, or a description of who controls strategic decisions. Requirements are not uniform. Use the current wording to determine whether ownership, leadership, operational control, or several conditions must be shown.

How should a women-led company assess the small-business condition?

Prepare current employee, revenue, ownership, affiliate, and operating information that may affect the size test. Some sources assess the applicant alone, while others consider related entities or a specific reporting period. A company should use the definition in each listing rather than relying on its everyday description as a small business.

Which projects can women-led small businesses usefully search for?

Start with the planned business change: product development, technology adoption, productivity, hiring, training, market entry, export preparation, environmental improvement, or expansion. These themes help organize a search but do not establish support. The strongest shortlist connects the company profile to a defined project, budget, stage, and measurable outcome.

What should a women-led small business prepare before applying?

Build a concise project plan, timeline, cost breakdown, financing plan, recent financial information, and evidence for the relevant ownership, leadership, and size conditions. Explain the business need and expected result. Confirm whether commitments, purchases, or hiring must wait until a particular application or approval stage.

When should I use a broader directory for women entrepreneurs?

Use the broader women-entrepreneur directory when the audience condition is fixed but the organization may not fit a small-business definition. Use the small-business directory when size matters but ownership or leadership is not required. Province, industry, or project directories can be better when geography or planned work is the strongest qualifier.

Does a directory match confirm that a women-led business qualifies?

No. The match reflects the audience and size information available to the directory. Final eligibility may also depend on legal structure, ownership thresholds, operating history, location, sector, project stage, eligible expenses, financial capacity, and timing. Read the current source and resolve any ambiguous definition before preparing a full application.

How can a women-owned small business document ownership and control?

Prepare current incorporation, shareholder, partnership, or registration records that show legal ownership. Also document who makes strategic and financial decisions when a program tests control or leadership. Definitions vary, so confirm the required percentage, duration, and evidence. Participation by a woman founder or executive may not satisfy a rule that specifically concerns ownership and decision authority.

What financing mix can support a women-led business growth project?

Compare grants, loans, investment, tax support, and the business's own contribution according to timing and obligations. Model repayment, security, ownership effects, and the cash needed before claims or revenue. A source designed for women entrepreneurs can still be a poor fit for the project. Choose a mix the business can sustain without weakening operating stability or control.

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