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Grants and Funding for Social Economy Organizations in Canada for 2026

The social economy in Canada is a vibrant sector comprised of non-profit organizations, charities, co-operatives, social enterprises, and other mission-driven entities dedicated to social or environmental objectives. Rather than maximizing profits for shareholders, these social purpose organizations reinvest surpluses into their missions and communities.

501 programs available
  • MRC du Granit logo
    Grant and FundingOpen

    MRC du Granit — Business Succession Program

    MRC du Granit
    Supports business succession through specialized financial assistance
    Eligible Funding
    • Maximum amount : 15,000 $
    • Up to 50% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    • All industries
    Types of eligible projects
    Business Buyout
    Quebec, Canada
  • MRC du Granit logo
    Loans and Capital investmentsOpen

    MRC du Granit — FLI

    MRC du Granit
    Supports local entrepreneurs with access to various financial aids
    Eligible Funding
    • Varies by project
    Eligible Industries
    • All industries
    Types of eligible projects
    Construction and Renovation Business Buyout
    Quebec, Canada
  • MRC du Haut-Richelieu (MRC) logo
    Other SupportPartnering and CollaborationGrant and FundingOpen

    MRC du Haut-Richelieu — Regions and Rurality Fund (FRR) – Stream 3: Signature Innovation Project

    MRC du Haut-Richelieu (MRC)
    Funding for innovation in public safety and logistics
    Eligible Funding
    • Maximum amount : 150,000 $
    • Up to 80% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    • Transportation and warehousing
    • Professional, scientific and technical services
    • Public administration
    Types of eligible projects
    Innovation
    Saint-Jean-sur-Richelieu, Quebec, Canada
  • MRC Fjord-du-Saguenay logo
    Grant and FundingOpen

    MRC Fjord-du-Saguenay — Development Optimisation Fund

    MRC Fjord-du-Saguenay
    Development support fund for Fjord-du-Saguenay organizations
    Eligible Funding
    • From $2,000 to $3,000
    • Up to 50% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    • Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
    • Mining, quarrying, and oil and gas extraction
    • Manufacturing
    • Wholesale trade
    Types of eligible projects
    Innovation
    Quebec, Canada
  • MRC Fjord-du-Saguenay logo
    Loans and Capital investmentsOpen

    MRC Fjord-du-Saguenay — Local FLI/FLS funds

    MRC Fjord-du-Saguenay
    Investment funds supporting economic impact businesses in Quebec
    Eligible Funding
    • Maximum amount : 150,000 $
    • Up to 50% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    • Manufacturing
    • Professional, scientific and technical services
    • Health care and social assistance
    • Other services (except public administration)
    Types of eligible projects
    CommercializationConstruction and Renovation Business BuyoutInnovationDigital Transformation
    Saguenay, Quebec, Canada
  • MRC de La Haute-Yamaska (MRC) logo
    Loans and Capital investmentsOpen

    MRC Haute-Yamaska — Local investment and solidarity funds (FLI and FLS)

    MRC de La Haute-Yamaska (MRC)
    Financial support for local business sustainability and growth
    Eligible Funding
    • Maximum amount : 300,000 $
    • Up to 50% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    • Manufacturing
    • Professional, scientific and technical services
    • Health care and social assistance
    • Other services (except public administration)
    Types of eligible projects
    CommercializationConstruction and Renovation Business BuyoutDigital Transformation
    Quebec, Canada
  • MRC Kamouraska (MRC) logo
    Grant and FundingOpen

    MRC Kamouraska — Project Emergence Program (PEP)

    MRC Kamouraska (MRC)
    Non-repayable financial aid up to $5,000 for eligible projects
    Eligible Funding
    • Maximum amount : 5,000 $
    • Up to 50% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    • Manufacturing
    • Professional, scientific and technical services
    • Administrative and support, waste management and remediation services
    • Educational services
    Types of eligible projects
    CommercializationTechnologyEnvironment and Climate
    Saint-Pascal, Quebec, Canada
  • MRC L'Érable (MRC) logo
    Loans and Capital investmentsOpen

    MRC L'Érable — Local Investment Fund (FLI)

    MRC L'Érable (MRC)
    Financial support for business growth projects
    Eligible Funding
    • Maximum amount : 150,000 $
    • Up to 50% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    • All industries
    Types of eligible projects
    TechnologyInnovation
    Quebec, Canada
  • MRC L'Érable (MRC) logo
    Loans and Capital investmentsOpen

    MRC L'Érable — Local Solidarity Fund (LSF)

    MRC L'Érable (MRC)
    Financial support for business growth and start-up
    Eligible Funding
    • Maximum amount : 100,000 $
    Eligible Industries
    • Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
    • Manufacturing
    • Retail trade
    • Other services (except public administration)
    Types of eligible projects
    CommercializationBusiness Buyout
    Quebec, Canada
  • MRC de L'Islet (MRC) logo
    Grant and FundingOpen

    MRC L'Islet — SME Propulsion Measurement

    MRC de L'Islet (MRC)
    Support for SME growth in MRC de L'Islet
    Eligible Funding
    • From $3,000 to $40,000
    • Up to 80% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    • Manufacturing
    • Accommodation and food services
    Types of eligible projects
    CommercializationTechnologyEnvironment and ClimateConstruction and Renovation Business BuyoutInnovation
    Saint-Jean-Port-Joli, Quebec, Canada
  • MRC La Jacques-Cartier logo
    Loans and Capital investmentsOpen

    MRC La Jacques-Cartier — Local Investment Fund (FLI)

    MRC La Jacques-Cartier
    Term financing for business development and succession
    Eligible Funding
    • From $5,000 to $75,000
    • Up to 80% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    • All industries
    Types of eligible projects
    TechnologyConstruction and Renovation Business BuyoutDigital Transformation
    Quebec, Canada
  • MRC La Matanie (DEM) logo
    Grant and FundingExpert AdviceOpen

    MRC La Matanie — Business Support Program (PAE)

    MRC La Matanie (DEM)
    Non-repayable support for business growth
    Eligible Funding
    • Maximum amount : 250,000 $
    Eligible Industries
    • Retail trade
    • Accommodation and food services
    Types of eligible projects
    CommercializationBusiness Buyout
    Matane, Quebec, Canada
  • MRC La Matanie (DEM) logo
    Grant and FundingLoans and Capital investmentsOpen

    MRC La Matanie — FLI Succession Stream

    MRC La Matanie (DEM)
    Grant program offers financial support for business development activities
    Eligible Funding
    • Maximum amount : 250,000 $
    Eligible Industries
    • Retail trade
    • Accommodation and food services
    Types of eligible projects
    CommercializationConstruction and Renovation Business BuyoutInnovation
    Matane, Quebec, Canada
  • MRC La Matanie (DEM) logo
    Grant and FundingExpert AdviceLoans and Capital investmentsOpen

    MRC La Matanie — Grant and Sponsorship Program

    MRC La Matanie (DEM)
    Financial support for business growth in La Matanie
    Eligible Funding
    • Maximum amount : 250,000 $
    Types of eligible projects
    CommercializationBusiness Buyout
    Timeline
    • Open Date : February 3, 2026
    Matane, Quebec, Canada
  • MRC La Matanie (DEM) logo
    Other SupportGrant and FundingExpert AdviceLoans and Capital investmentsOpen

    MRC La Matanie — Local Investment Funds

    MRC La Matanie (DEM)
    Business financing for growth and succession
    Eligible Funding
    • Maximum amount : 250,000 $
    Eligible Industries
    • Retail trade
    • Accommodation and food services
    • Other services (except public administration)
    • Public administration
    Types of eligible projects
    CommercializationBusiness Buyout
    Quebec, Canada
  • MRC La Vallée-de-l'Or (MRCVO) logo
    Loans and Capital investmentsOpen

    MRC La Vallée-de-l'Or — Local Investment Funds FLI-FLS

    MRC La Vallée-de-l'Or (MRCVO)
    Local financing for business projects in La Vallée-de-l'Or
    Eligible Funding
    • From $5,000 to $150,000
    • Up to 80% of project cost
    Types of eligible projects
    CommercializationEnvironment and ClimateConstruction and Renovation Business BuyoutInnovationDigital Transformation
    Timeline
    • Open Date : May 17, 2023
    Val-d'Or, Quebec, Canada
  • MRC Les Moulins (MRC) logo
    Loans and Capital investmentsOpen

    MRC Les Moulins — FLI/FLS

    MRC Les Moulins (MRC)
    Financing for business growth and succession
    Eligible Funding
    • Maximum amount : 300,000 $
    • Up to 80% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    • Manufacturing
    • Wholesale trade
    • Retail trade
    • Accommodation and food services
    Types of eligible projects
    CommercializationTechnologyEnvironment and ClimateConstruction and Renovation Human ResourcesBusiness BuyoutDigital Transformation
    Mascouche, Terrebonne, Quebec
  • MRC de Lotbinière (MRC) logo
    Expert AdviceLoans and Capital investmentsOpen

    MRC Lotbinière — FLI (Local Investment Fund)

    MRC de Lotbinière (MRC), Desjardins
    Business financing for growth and succession
    Eligible Funding
    • Maximum amount : 150,000 $
    Eligible Industries
    • All industries
    Types of eligible projects
    CommercializationTechnologyConstruction and Renovation Business BuyoutInnovationDigital Transformation
    Quebec, Canada
  • MRC de Marguerite-D'Youville (MRCMDY) logo
    Grant and FundingExpert AdviceLoans and Capital investmentsOpen

    MRC Marguerite-D'Youville — Local investment and solidarity funds (FLI and FLS)

    MRC de Marguerite-D'Youville (MRCMDY)
    Business financing for growth and succession
    Eligible Funding
    • Maximum amount : 300,000 $
    • Up to 50% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    • Manufacturing
    • Information and cultural industries
    • Professional, scientific and technical services
    • Health care and social assistance
    Types of eligible projects
    CommercializationEnvironment and ClimateConstruction and Renovation Business BuyoutInnovationDigital Transformation
    Quebec, Canada
  • MRC de Matawinie (SADC) logo
    Grant and FundingExpert AdviceLoans and Capital investmentsOpen

    MRC Matawinie — Tourism Innovation and Development Fund

    MRC de Matawinie (SADC)
    Funding for tourism development projects
    Eligible Funding
    • Maximum amount : 25,000 $
    • Up to 25% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    • Arts, entertainment and recreation
    • Accommodation and food services
    • Public administration
    Types of eligible projects
    Construction and Renovation Innovation
    Quebec, Canada
  • MRC de Minganie logo
    Other SupportExpert AdviceLoans and Capital investmentsOpen

    MRC Minganie — Local Investment and Solidarity Funds (FLI-FLS)

    MRC de Minganie
    Local financing for SME start-up and expansion
    Eligible Funding
    • Maximum amount : 250,000 $
    • Up to 50% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    • All industries
    Types of eligible projects
    CommercializationTechnologyConstruction and Renovation Business BuyoutDigital Transformation
    Quebec, Canada
  • MRC Papineau (MRC) logo
    Grant and FundingOpen

    MRC Papineau —Sustainable Development Fund (SDF)

    MRC Papineau (MRC)
    Funding for sustainable business projects
    Eligible Funding
    • Maximum amount : 10,000 $
    • Up to 80% of project cost
    Types of eligible projects
    Environment and ClimateInnovationDigital Transformation
    Timeline
    • Open Date : August 16, 2023
    Quebec, Canada
  • MRC Pontiac (MRC) logo
    Grant and FundingOpen

    MRC Pontiac — FRR Stream 1

    MRC Pontiac (MRC)
    Regional support for territorial vitality in Quebec
    Eligible Funding
    • From $100,000 to $500,000
    • Up to 80% of project cost
    Types of eligible projects
    Construction and Renovation Innovation
    Timeline
    • Open Date : June 11, 2026
    • Closing date : August 27, 2026
    Quebec, Canada
  • MRC Portneuf logo
    Grant and FundingOpen

    MRC Portneuf — Business Support Fund

    MRC Portneuf
    Multi-volet support for local enterprises
    Eligible Funding
    • From $5,000 to $15,000
    • Up to 80% of project cost
    Types of eligible projects
    CommercializationTechnologyBusiness BuyoutInnovationDigital Transformation
    Timeline
    • Open Date : May 20, 2020
    Portneuf, Quebec, Canada
  • MRC Portneuf logo
    Expert AdviceLoans and Capital investmentsOpen

    MRC Portneuf — Joint Investment Fund FLI/FLS

    MRC Portneuf
    Joint financing for business growth and succession
    Eligible Funding
    • Maximum amount : 300,000 $
    • Up to 50% of project cost
    Types of eligible projects
    CommercializationTechnologyConstruction and Renovation Business BuyoutDigital Transformation
    Timeline
    • Open Date : July 13, 2023
    Quebec, Canada
  • MRC Rimouski-Neigette logo
    Expert AdviceLoans and Capital investmentsOpen

    MRC Rimouski-Neigette — Local Investment Fund

    MRC Rimouski-Neigette
    Financing for business growth and succession
    Eligible Funding
    • From $10,000 to $150,000
    • Up to 50% of project cost
    Types of eligible projects
    CommercializationConstruction and Renovation Business BuyoutDigital Transformation
    Timeline
    • Open Date : July 5, 2023
    Rimouski, Quebec, Canada
  • MRC de Roussillon logo
    Loans and Capital investmentsOpen

    MRC Roussillon — Local investment and solidarity funds (FLI and FLS)

    MRC de Roussillon
    Supports entrepreneurial growth and economic development in Quebec
    Eligible Funding
    • From $5,000 to $250,000
    • Up to 50% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    • Manufacturing
    • Wholesale trade
    • Retail trade
    • Professional, scientific and technical services
    Types of eligible projects
    Construction and Renovation Business Buyout
    Quebec, Canada
  • MRC de Sept-Rivières (MRC) logo
    Other SupportExpert AdviceLoans and Capital investmentsOpen

    MRC Sept-Rivières — Local funds (FLI/FLS)

    MRC de Sept-Rivières (MRC)
    Financing for business development projects
    Eligible Funding
    • Maximum amount : 250,000 $
    Eligible Industries
    • All industries
    Types of eligible projects
    CommercializationTechnologyEnvironment and ClimateConstruction and Renovation Human ResourcesBusiness BuyoutInnovationDigital Transformation
    Quebec, Canada
  • MRC Témiscamingue (MRCT) logo
    Expert AdviceLoans and Capital investmentsOpen

    MRC Témiscamingue — Youth Strategy Loan

    MRC Témiscamingue (MRCT)
    Financing for young entrepreneurs in Témiscamingue
    Eligible Funding
    • From $5,000 to $150,000
    Types of eligible projects
    Construction and Renovation Business Buyout
    Timeline
    • Open Date : June 1, 2024
    • Closing date : June 1, 2032
    Temiscaming, Quebec, Canada
  • Quebec Ministry of the Environment and the Fight Against Climate Change (MELCC) logo
    Grant and FundingOpen

    Novoclimat — Construction professionals — Big Multiple Unit Buildings

    Quebec Ministry of the Environment and the Fight Against Climate Change (MELCC), Association des professionnels de la construction et de l’habitation du Québec (APCHQ)
    Financial support for energy-efficient residential buildings
    Eligible Funding
    • Varies by project
    Eligible Industries
    • Construction
    • Real estate and rental and leasing
    Types of eligible projects
    Environment and ClimateConstruction and Renovation
    Quebec, Canada
  • Quebec Ministry of the Environment and the Fight Against Climate Change (MELCC) logo
    Grant and FundingOpen

    Novoclimat – Small multi-unit building

    Quebec Ministry of the Environment and the Fight Against Climate Change (MELCC), Association des professionnels de la construction et de l’habitation du Québec (APCHQ)
    Supports energy-efficient small multiple-unit building construction
    Eligible Funding
    • From $500 to $3,400
    Eligible Industries
    • Construction
    • Real estate and rental and leasing
    • Health care and social assistance
    Types of eligible projects
    Construction and Renovation
    Quebec, Canada
  • PME MTL (PME) logo
    Loans and Capital investmentsOpen

    PME MTL – PME MTL investment funds

    PME MTL (PME)
    Loans for Quebec start-ups and growing companies
    Eligible Funding
    • Maximum amount : 300,000 $
    • Up to 20% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    • All industries
    Types of eligible projects
    CommercializationBusiness BuyoutInnovation
    Montreal, Quebec, Canada
  • PME MTL (PME) logo
    Grant and FundingOpen

    PME MTL — Digital Circuit Program

    PME MTL (PME)
    Support in digital transformation for Montreal SMEs
    Eligible Funding
    • Maximum amount : 9,000 $
    Eligible Industries
    • Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
    • Manufacturing
    • Information and cultural industries
    • Other services (except public administration)
    Types of eligible projects
    Montreal, Quebec, Canada
  • PME MTL (PME) logo
    Grant and FundingLoans and Capital investmentsOpen

    PME MTL — New Community Businesses

    PME MTL (PME)
    Money for community-based businesses in Montreal
    Eligible Funding
    • From $23,000 to $23,000
    Eligible Industries
    • All industries
    Types of eligible projects
    Montreal, Quebec, Canada
  • Investissement Québec (IQ) logo
    Loans and Capital investmentsOpen

    Project Financing

    Investissement Québec (IQ)
    Project financing for Quebec entrepreneurs
    Eligible Funding
    • Minimum amount : 50,000 $
    • Up to 100% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    • All industries
    Types of eligible projects
    CommercializationConstruction and Renovation Business BuyoutInnovation
    Quebec, Canada
  • RCM Vallée-Du-Richelieu logo
    Grant and FundingExpert AdviceLoans and Capital investmentsOpen

    RCM de la Vallée-Du-Richelieu — Futurpreneur Canada

    RCM Vallée-Du-Richelieu
    Funding, mentorship, and support for young business founders
    Eligible Funding
    • Maximum amount : 60,000 $
    • Up to 20% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    • Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
    • Arts, entertainment and recreation
    • Other services (except public administration)
    • Public administration
    Types of eligible projects
    CommercializationTechnologyBusiness BuyoutInnovationDigital Transformation
    Quebec, Canada
  • CLD Rouyn-Noranda (CLDRN) logo
    Loans and Capital investmentsOpen

    Rouyn-Noranda — FLI-FLS – Entrepreneurial Succession

    CLD Rouyn-Noranda (CLDRN)
    Financing for business succession projects
    Eligible Funding
    • Maximum amount : 250,000 $
    • Up to 5% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    • Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
    • Manufacturing
    • Accommodation and food services
    Types of eligible projects
    CommercializationEnvironment and ClimateConstruction and Renovation Business BuyoutDigital Transformation
    Rouyn-Noranda, Quebec, Canada
  • CLD Rouyn-Noranda (CLDRN) logo
    Loans and Capital investmentsOpen

    Rouyn-Noranda — Local Investment (FLI) and Solidarity (FLS) Funds

    CLD Rouyn-Noranda (CLDRN)
    Business financing for local development projects
    Eligible Funding
    • Maximum amount : 250,000 $
    Eligible Industries
    • Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
    • Manufacturing
    • Retail trade
    • Arts, entertainment and recreation
    Types of eligible projects
    CommercializationTechnologyBusiness BuyoutDigital Transformation
    Rouyn-Noranda, Quebec, Canada
  • Promotion Saguenay logo
    Grant and FundingOpen

    Saguenay Promotion — FRR – Business Support

    Promotion Saguenay
    Supports business startup, acquisition, expansion, and succession projects
    Eligible Funding
    • Maximum amount : 20,000 $
    • 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 projects
    CommercializationTechnologyHuman ResourcesBusiness BuyoutInnovation
    Saguenay, Quebec, Canada
  • Thetford Region Economic Development Corporation logo
    Loans and Capital investmentsOpen

    SDE Thetford — Local Investment Fund (LIF)

    Thetford Region Economic Development Corporation
    Business financing for growth and succession in Thetford
    Eligible Funding
    • Maximum amount : 300,000 $
    • 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 projects
    Business BuyoutDigital Transformation
    Quebec, Canada
  • Quebec City logo
    Grant and FundingOpen

    Social economy enterprises — Support for structuring projects

    Quebec City
    Financial support for innovative socioeconomic development projects in Quebec
    Eligible Funding
    • Up to 80% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    • Educational services
    • Health care and social assistance
    • Arts, entertainment and recreation
    • Other services (except public administration)
    Types of eligible projects
    Environment and ClimateHuman ResourcesInnovation
    Quebec City, Quebec, Canada
  • Government of Québec logo
    Grant and FundingOpen

    Transportez vert — Eco-driving Training

    Government of Québec
    Financial assistance to train drivers of light or heavy vehicules in eco-driving
    Eligible Funding
    • Maximum amount : 30,000 $
    • Up to 50% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    • Transportation and warehousing
    Types of eligible projects
    Environment and ClimateHuman Resources
    Quebec, Canada
  • Coralus logo
    Other SupportPartnering and CollaborationLoans and Capital investmentsOpen

    Ventures at Coralus

    Coralus
    Community capital for impact-driven ventures
    Eligible Funding
    • Up to 45% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    • Manufacturing
    • Health care and social assistance
    • Arts, entertainment and recreation
    • Other services (except public administration)
    Types of eligible projects
    Environment and ClimateInnovation
    Ontario, Canada
  • Ville de La Tuque logo
    Grant and FundingOpen

    Ville de La Tuque — RRF stream 3 - Innovation Signature

    Ville de La Tuque
    Downtown revitalization and facade improvement support
    Eligible Funding
    • From $2,000 to $50,000
    • Up to 50% of project cost
    Types of eligible projects
    Construction and Renovation
    Timeline
    • Open Date : March 15, 2024
    • Closing date : March 15, 2028
    La Tuque, Quebec, Canada
  • Government of New Brunswick logo
    Partnering and CollaborationGrant and FundingExpert AdviceOpen

    Adjustment Services

    Government of New Brunswick
    Funding for labour market adjustment projects
    Eligible Funding
    • Up to 50% of project cost
    Types of eligible projects
    Human Resources
    Timeline
    • Open Date : July 9, 2024
    NB, Canada
  • Quebec City logo
    Grant and FundingOpen

    Business Growth — Attracting and retaining talent

    Quebec City
    Funding for business projects to attract, train and retain talent
    Eligible Funding
    • Maximum amount : 250,000 $
    • Up to 50% of project cost
    Types of eligible projects
    Human Resources
    Timeline
    • Open Date : July 9, 2024
    Quebec City, Quebec, Canada
  • Canadian Northern Economic Development Agency (CanNor) logo
    Grant and FundingLoans and Capital investmentsOpen

    CanNor — IDEANorth

    Canadian Northern Economic Development Agency (CanNor)
    Supports northern economic development and infrastructure readiness
    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
    CommercializationTechnologyEnvironment and ClimateConstruction and Renovation Innovation
    NT, Nunavut, Yukon, Canada
  • City of Vancouver logo
    Grant and FundingOpen

    Childcare Program Stabilization Grants

    City of Vancouver
    Supports non-profit childcare centres facing financial hardship in Vancouver
    Eligible Funding
    • Maximum amount : 10,000 $
    Eligible Industries
    • Health care and social assistance
    Types of eligible projects
    Human Resources
    Vancouver, BC, Canada