Updated June 2026

Grants and Funding for Startups in Canada for 2026

Launch Your Business with Financial Support

Startup grants provide essential financial support. They enable entrepreneurs to bring their projects to life while reducing financial risks.

1186 programs available

Grant and FundingWage Subsidies And InternsClosed
Collaborate 2 Commercialize
Government of Ontario, Ontario Centre of Innovation (OCI)
Money for collaboration between public Academia and Industry
Ontario, Canada
Eligible Funding
- From $20,000 to $150,000
- Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Manufacturing
- Professional, scientific and technical services
Types of eligible projects
Innovation
Ontario, Canada
Researchers And FacilitiesGrant and FundingWage Subsidies And InternsClosed
Commercial Fishery Support (CFSP) Pilot Program
Northwest Territories Ministry of Industry, Tourism and Investment (ITI)
Support for commercial fisheries in the NWT
NT, Canada
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 30,000 $
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
Types of eligible projects
CommercializationEnvironment and Climate
NT, Canada
Grant and FundingClosed
Community Futures Manitoba — Indigenous Business Development Services
Prairies Economic Development Canada (PrairiesCan), Community Futures Manitoba
Business support and funding for Indigenous entrepreneurs
Manitoba, Canada
Closing date : May 21, 2024
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 7,500 $
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Types of eligible projects
Innovation
Manitoba, Canada
Closing date : May 21, 2024
Expert AdviceClosed
Community Futures Saskatchewan — Self-Employment for the Unemployed
Community Futures Saskatchewan
Business start-up help for unemployed people in Saskatchewan
Saskatchewan, Canada
Closing date : May 21, 2024
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Types of eligible projects
Human Resources
Saskatchewan, Canada
Closing date : May 21, 2024
Grant and FundingClosed
Community Improvement Plan (CIP) Project - Office Development and Village Revitalization
City of Richmond Hill
Funding for office growth and village renewal
Richmond Hill, Ontario, Canada
Eligible Funding
- From $1,000 to $100,000
- Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Construction
- Manufacturing
- Wholesale trade
- Retail trade
Types of eligible projects
Construction and Renovation
Richmond Hill, Ontario, Canada
Grant and FundingClosed
Community Newspapers — Business Innovation — Canada Periodical Fund
Government of Canada
Innovation funding for Canadian community newspapers
Canada
Closing date : July 12, 2024
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 500,000 $
- Up to 75% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Information and cultural industries
Types of eligible projects
CommercializationInnovationDigital Transformation
Canada
Closing date : July 12, 2024
Grant and FundingClosed
Community Project Grant Program
Town of Grimsby
Funding for local community projects in Grimsby
Grimsby, Ontario, Canada
Open Date : June 27, 2025
Closing date : August 8, 2025
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 5,000 $
Eligible Industries
- Educational services
- Health care and social assistance
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
- Other services (except public administration)
Types of eligible projects
CommercializationConstruction and Renovation Innovation
Grimsby, Ontario, Canada
Open Date : June 27, 2025
Closing date : August 8, 2025
Grant and FundingClosed
Compressed Air Equipment Rebates
FortisBC
Rebates for compressed air equipment upgrades
BC, Canada
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 200 $
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
- Utilities
- Construction
- Manufacturing
Types of eligible projects
Construction and Renovation
BC, Canada
Grant and FundingClosed
Consolidating the entrepreneurial life cycle in the ecological transition
City of Montreal (MTL)
Funding for ecological transition business projects
Montreal, Quebec, Canada
Closing date : August 15, 2022
Eligible Funding
- Up to 80% 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 ClimateInnovation
Montreal, Quebec, Canada
Closing date : August 15, 2022
Expert AdviceClosed
Consulting services
Innovation and Development Manicouagan
Personalized support for business start-up
Quebec, Canada
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Eligible Industries
- Professional, scientific and technical services
Types of eligible projects
Human ResourcesBusiness Buyout
Quebec, Canada
Grant and FundingClosed
CQDM — PARTENAR-IA — Industry
Quebec Consortium for Drug Discovery (CQDM)
Support for collaborative biopharmaceutical AI projects
Quebec, Canada
Closing date : April 15, 2025
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 1,500,000 $
- Up to 35% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Types of eligible projects
Artificial Intelligence (AI)TechnologyConstruction and Renovation Innovation
Quebec, Canada
Closing date : April 15, 2025
Partnering and CollaborationGrant and FundingClosed
CQRDA — PARTENAR-IA — Academic
Centre québécois de recherche et de développement de l’aluminium (CQRDA)
Collaborative AI innovation support for Quebec businesses
Saguenay, Quebec, Canada
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 1,500,000 $
- Up to 40% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Manufacturing
- Professional, scientific and technical services
Types of eligible projects
CommercializationArtificial Intelligence (AI)TechnologyInnovationDigital Transformation
Saguenay, Quebec, Canada
Other SupportGrant and FundingClosed
Défi osentreprendre
OSEntreprendre
Entrepreneurial recognition across Quebec
Quebec, Canada
Closing date : March 11, 2026
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 12,000 $
Eligible Industries
- Educational services
Types of eligible projects
CommercializationBusiness Buyout
Quebec, Canada
Closing date : March 11, 2026
Grant and FundingClosed
Défi-Québec, an entrepreneurial city
Quebec City
Supports innovative startups in Québec and Wendake to launch operations
Quebec City, Quebec, Canada
Open Date : February 16, 2026
Closing date : April 8, 2026
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 50,000 $
- Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Utilities
- Manufacturing
- Information and cultural industries
- Professional, scientific and technical services
Types of eligible projects
CommercializationArtificial Intelligence (AI)TechnologyEnvironment and ClimateInnovation
Quebec City, Quebec, Canada
Open Date : February 16, 2026
Closing date : April 8, 2026
Grant and FundingClosed
Défis Innovation Québec
Propulsion Quebec
Funding for Québec mobility innovation projects
Quebec, Canada
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 500,000 $
Eligible Industries
- Transportation and warehousing
- Public administration
Types of eligible projects
TechnologyEnvironment and ClimateInnovationDigital Transformation
Quebec, Canada
Expert AdviceLoans and Capital investmentsClosed
Dehcho Business Development Centre - Business Financing
Dehcho Business Development Centre (DCBDC)
Business loans for Dehcho small businesses
Fort Simpson, NT, Canada
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 200,000 $
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Types of eligible projects
Fort Simpson, NT, Canada
Grant and FundingClosed
Destruction of PFAS compounds in contaminated media
Environment and Climate Change Canada (ECCC)
Proof-of-feasibility funding for PFAS destruction solutions
Canada
Open Date : October 9, 2024
Closing date : November 20, 2024
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 1,500,000 $
Eligible Industries
- Professional, scientific and technical services
- Administrative and support, waste management and remediation services
Types of eligible projects
Environment and ClimateInnovation
Canada
Open Date : October 9, 2024
Closing date : November 20, 2024
Other SupportExpert AdviceClosed
Digital Accelerator for Innovation and Research (DAIR)
CANARIE
Cloud-based computing and storage
Canada
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Eligible Industries
- Manufacturing
- Information and cultural industries
- Professional, scientific and technical services
Types of eligible projects
Artificial Intelligence (AI)Innovation
Canada
Grant and FundingClosed
Digital Health Sandbox
Alberta Innovates
Accelerates digital health technology adoption in Alberta clinical settings
Alberta, Canada
Open Date : October 6, 2025
Closing date : November 6, 2025
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 300,000 $
Eligible Industries
- Professional, scientific and technical services
- Educational services
- Health care and social assistance
- Public administration
Types of eligible projects
CommercializationTechnologyInnovationDigital Transformation
Alberta, Canada
Open Date : October 6, 2025
Closing date : November 6, 2025
Grant and FundingClosed
Disaster Financial Assistance Program — Non-profits
Government of Nova Scotia
Funding for Nova Scotia wildfire damage to non-profits
NS, Canada
Open Date : May 27, 2023
Closing date : February 1, 2024
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 200,000 $
Eligible Industries
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
Types of eligible projects
Environment and Climate
NS, Canada
Open Date : May 27, 2023
Closing date : February 1, 2024
Other SupportClosed
Doing Business with the Government — British Columbia
Government of British Columbia (BC)
Opportunities to sell to the Government of British Columbia
BC, Canada
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Eligible Industries
- Retail trade
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
- Accommodation and food services
Types of eligible projects
Commercialization
BC, Canada
Loans and Capital investmentsClosed
Down payment loan
Investment Fund for Agricultural Succession (FIRA)
Subordinate financing to complete your down payment
Quebec, Canada
Eligible Funding
- From $50,000 to $500,000
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
Types of eligible projects
Quebec, Canada
Partnering and CollaborationGrant and FundingClosed
Drilling Technology Challenge
Emissions Reduction Alberta (ERA)
Funding for innovative drilling technology projects advancing emissions reduction
Alberta, Canada
Closing date : January 29, 2026
Eligible Funding
- From $250,000 to $8,000,000
- Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Mining, quarrying, and oil and gas extraction
- Utilities
- Professional, scientific and technical services
- Educational services
Types of eligible projects
CommercializationTechnologyEnvironment and ClimateInnovation
Alberta, Canada
Closing date : January 29, 2026
Other SupportGrant and FundingClosed
Dual Fuel Rooftop Unit Rebates
FortisBC
Rebates for dual fuel rooftop units
BC, Canada
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 225,000 $
- Up to 30% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Utilities
- Construction
- Manufacturing
- Real estate and rental and leasing
Types of eligible projects
Environment and ClimateConstruction and Renovation
BC, Canada
Partnering and CollaborationGrant and FundingClosed
Early Stage Commercialization Fund (ESCF)
Invest Nova Scotia
Funding for early-stage research commercialization
NS, Canada
Open Date : January 5, 2026
Closing date : February 9, 2026
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 50,000 $
- Up to 100% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Professional, scientific and technical services
- Educational services
- Health care and social assistance
Types of eligible projects
CommercializationTechnologyEnvironment and ClimateInnovation
NS, Canada
Open Date : January 5, 2026
Closing date : February 9, 2026
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Expert AdviceClosed
Early Stage Startup Stream
Parkdale Centre for Innovation
Online programs for early-stage founders
Ontario, Canada
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Types of eligible projects
Innovation
Ontario, Canada
Loans and Capital investmentsClosed
Ecofuel fund
Fonds Ecofuel
Early-stage clean technology investment support
Montreal, Quebec, Canada
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 1,500,000 $
Eligible Industries
- Manufacturing
- Professional, scientific and technical services
- Administrative and support, waste management and remediation services
Types of eligible projects
CommercializationTechnologyEnvironment and Climate
Montreal, Quebec, Canada
Grant and FundingClosed
Economic Diversification Fund (FDE) - Centre-du-Québec and Mauricie regions
Ministère de l'économie, de l'innovation et de l'énergie du Québec (MEIE)
Supports economic diversification and business development in targeted regions
Quebec, Canada
Open Date : September 1, 2017
Closing date : March 31, 2022
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Eligible Industries
- Manufacturing
- Professional, scientific and technical services
- Other services (except public administration)
- Public administration
Types of eligible projects
CommercializationTechnologyEnvironment and ClimateHuman ResourcesInnovation
Quebec, Canada
Open Date : September 1, 2017
Closing date : March 31, 2022
Grant and FundingClosed
Economic Diversification Fund (FDE) for the MRC des Sources territory
Ministère de l'économie, de l'innovation et de l'énergie du Québec (MEIE)
Supports economic diversification and business development in MRC des Sources
Quebec, Canada
Open Date : April 1, 2017
Closing date : March 31, 2022
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Eligible Industries
- Construction
- Manufacturing
- Wholesale trade
- Retail trade
Types of eligible projects
Human ResourcesInnovation
Quebec, Canada
Open Date : April 1, 2017
Closing date : March 31, 2022
Grant and FundingClosed
Edmonton Edge Fund
City of Edmonton
Supports Edmonton businesses to start, scale, and innovate
Edmonton, Alberta, Canada
Eligible Funding
- From $75,000 to $1,000,000
- Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Types of eligible projects
CommercializationEnvironment and ClimateHuman ResourcesInnovation
Edmonton, Alberta, Canada
Grant and FundingClosed
Emerging Farmers Award
Government of Québec
Recognizes young agricultural entrepreneurs in Quebec
Quebec, Canada
Closing date : May 20, 2025
Eligible Funding
- From $3,500 to $7,500
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
Types of eligible projects
Environment and ClimateBusiness BuyoutInnovation
Quebec, Canada
Closing date : May 20, 2025
Partnering and CollaborationGrant and FundingClosed
Emerging Innovators Challenge
Government of Alberta, Emissions Reduction Alberta (ERA)
SME-led clean technology funding in Alberta
Calgary, Alberta, Canada
Closing date : December 14, 2023
Eligible Funding
- From $250,000 to $5,000,000
- Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
- Mining, quarrying, and oil and gas extraction
- Utilities
- Construction
Types of eligible projects
CommercializationArtificial Intelligence (AI)TechnologyEnvironment and ClimateInnovationDigital Transformation
Calgary, Alberta, Canada
Closing date : December 14, 2023
Partnering and CollaborationGrant and FundingClosed
Emerging Renewable Power Program
Natural Resources Canada (NRCan)
Funding for emerging renewable electricity projects
Alberta, NS, Saskatchewan, Canada
Closing date : April 20, 2018
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 50,000,000 $
- Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Utilities
Types of eligible projects
CommercializationEnvironment and Climate
Alberta, NS, Saskatchewan, Canada
Closing date : April 20, 2018
Tax CreditsClosed
Employee Share Purchase Tax Credit
Government of Manitoba
Supports employee ownership through tax credits
Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 202,500 $
- Up to 45% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Manufacturing
- Professional, scientific and technical services
- Management of companies and enterprises
Types of eligible projects
Business Buyout
Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada
Other SupportResearchers And FacilitiesPartnering and CollaborationGrant and FundingWage Subsidies And InternsClosed
ENCQOR 5G at MaRS
MaRS Discovery District
Pre-commercial 5G support for innovative startups
Toronto, Ontario, Canada
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Eligible Industries
- Transportation and warehousing
- Information and cultural industries
- Professional, scientific and technical services
- Educational services
Types of eligible projects
CommercializationTechnologyInnovationDigital Transformation
Toronto, Ontario, Canada
Grant and FundingClosed
Energy-Efficient Products Rebate Program
Arctic Energy Alliance (AEA)
Rebates for energy-efficient product purchases
NT, Canada
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 50,000 $
- Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Utilities
- Construction
- Manufacturing
- Retail trade
Types of eligible projects
Environment and Climate
NT, Canada
Partnering and CollaborationGrant and FundingExpert AdviceClosed
Enterprise Renfrew County — General Funding
Enterprise Renfrew County (ERC)
Business coaching and funding support for small businesses
Ontario, Canada
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 5,000 $
Eligible Industries
- Professional, scientific and technical services
- Other services (except public administration)
- Public administration
Types of eligible projects
Business Buyout
Ontario, Canada
Grant and FundingClosed
Entrepreneurial Assistance Program (PAEN)
Ministère de l'économie, de l'innovation et de l'énergie du Québec (MEIE)
Supports entrepreneurship development and innovative business growth in Quebec
Quebec, Canada
Open Date : April 1, 2020
Closing date : March 31, 2022
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
- Mining, quarrying, and oil and gas extraction
- Utilities
- Construction
Types of eligible projects
Human ResourcesInnovation
Quebec, Canada
Open Date : April 1, 2020
Closing date : March 31, 2022
Grant and FundingLoans and Capital investmentsClosed
Entrepreneurial Fund for Economic and Social Development of Sainte-Lucie-des-Laurentides
CDE of the Laurentians (CDE)
Funding for business projects in Sainte-Lucie-des-Laurentides
Sainte-Lucie-des-Laurentides, Quebec, Canada
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Eligible Industries
- Construction
- Manufacturing
- Wholesale trade
- Retail trade
Types of eligible projects
CommercializationTechnologyInnovation
Sainte-Lucie-des-Laurentides, Quebec, Canada
Grant and FundingClosed
EPRTNT — Hosting
Tourisme Cantons-de-l'Est
Tourism funding for sustainable regional development
Quebec, Canada
Open Date : October 8, 2025
Closing date : November 30, 2025
Eligible Funding
- From $50,000 to $100,000
- Up to 30% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Accommodation and food services
Types of eligible projects
Construction and Renovation Digital Transformation
Quebec, Canada
Open Date : October 8, 2025
Closing date : November 30, 2025
Tax CreditsClosed
Equity Tax Credit for Community Economic Development Investment Funds
Government of Nova Scotia
Tax credit for community investment financing
NS, Canada
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 50,000 $
- Up to 35% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Finance and insurance
Types of eligible projects
Innovation
NS, Canada
Partnering and CollaborationLoans and Capital investmentsClosed
Eurêka Investment Fund
Investissement Québec (IQ)
Supports commercialization of Quebec public research
Quebec, Canada
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Eligible Industries
- Manufacturing
- Information and cultural industries
- Finance and insurance
- Professional, scientific and technical services
Types of eligible projects
CommercializationInnovation
Quebec, Canada
Partnering and CollaborationGrant and FundingExpert AdviceClosed
EUREKA!
National Research Council Canada (NRC)
Supports international co-innovation projects
Canada
Closing date : March 19, 2026
Eligible 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 projects
CommercializationTechnologyInnovation
Canada
Closing date : March 19, 2026
Partnering and CollaborationGrant and FundingClosed
Eurogia Cluster's 29th Call for proposals – Clean Technologies
National Research Council Canada (NRC)
Supports collaborative international R&D in clean technology innovation
Canada
Closing date : October 30, 2025
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Eligible Industries
- Utilities
- Construction
- Manufacturing
- Information and cultural industries
Types of eligible projects
Artificial Intelligence (AI)TechnologyEnvironment and ClimateInnovation
Canada
Closing date : October 30, 2025
Partnering and CollaborationGrant and FundingClosed
Eurostars
Eureka Network (EUREKA)
Transnational innovation support for tech SMEs
Canada
Eligible Funding
- From $50,000 to $3,000,000
- Up to 40% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Manufacturing
- Professional, scientific and technical services
Types of eligible projects
CommercializationInnovation
Canada
Grant and FundingClosed
Export+ Fund
Laval Economique
Funding for Laval export expansion projects
Laval, Quebec, Canada
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 10,000 $
- Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Manufacturing
- Wholesale trade
- Retail trade
- Transportation and warehousing
Types of eligible projects
Commercialization
Laval, Quebec, Canada
Researchers And FacilitiesPartnering and CollaborationGrant and FundingClosed
FABrIC Quantum Computing Sandbox (QCS)
FABrIC
Support for Canadian quantum computing projects
Canada
Open Date : December 10, 2025
Closing date : January 19, 2026
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 100,000 $
Eligible Industries
- Manufacturing
- Professional, scientific and technical services
- Educational services
- Health care and social assistance
Types of eligible projects
CommercializationTechnologyInnovation
Canada
Open Date : December 10, 2025
Closing date : January 19, 2026
Grant and FundingClosed
Financial assistance for businesses in the fisheries sector of the MRC de La Côte‑de‑Gaspé
MRC de La Côte-de-Gaspé (MRC)
Support for fisheries business development
Quebec, Canada
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 5,000 $
- Up to 90% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
- Manufacturing
- Transportation and warehousing
- Professional, scientific and technical services
Types of eligible projects
CommercializationConstruction and Renovation Human ResourcesDigital Transformation
Quebec, Canada
Grant and FundingLoans and Capital investmentsClosed
Financial Incentives (Community Grants, CIP, Event Tourism Grants)
Town of Bracebridge
Funding for Bracebridge community and property improvements
Bracebridge, Ontario, Canada
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 15,000 $
- Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Construction
- Manufacturing
- Retail trade
- Real estate and rental and leasing
Types of eligible projects
Environment and ClimateConstruction and Renovation
Bracebridge, Ontario, Canada
Grant and FundingClosed
Financial support for small or startup businesses
FortisBC
Partial subscription support for small Indigenous businesses
BC, Canada
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Eligible Industries
- Utilities
- Construction
- Transportation and warehousing
- Professional, scientific and technical services
Types of eligible projects
BC, Canada
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Loans and Capital investmentsClosed
Fishing Licence Loan Program
Government of Nova Scotia, Department of Fisheries and Aquaculture (NS)
Loan to purchase fishing licence and gear in Nova Scotia
NS, Canada
Closing date : May 21, 2024
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
Types of eligible projects
NS, Canada
Closing date : May 21, 2024
Loans and Capital investmentsClosed
Flow Capital — General Funding
Fiera Capital Foundation
Flexible growth capital for high-growth companies
BC, Ontario, Quebec, Canada
Eligible Funding
- From $2,000,000 to $10,000,000
Eligible Industries
- Information and cultural industries
- Finance and insurance
- Professional, scientific and technical services
Types of eligible projects
CommercializationInnovation
BC, Ontario, Quebec, Canada
Grant and FundingLoans and Capital investmentsClosed
Fonds Première entreprise de la Pointe-de-la-Gaspésie
MRC de La Côte-de-Gaspé (MRC)
Support for first-time business start-up and growth
Cloridorme, Gaspe, Quebec
Eligible Funding
- From $8,000 to $20,000
- Up to 80% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
- Construction
- Manufacturing
- Transportation and warehousing
Types of eligible projects
CommercializationConstruction and Renovation Business BuyoutDigital Transformation
Cloridorme, Gaspe, Quebec
Grant and FundingClosed
Food & Agriculture Startup Competition
Grow-NY
Competition for food and agtech startups
Canada
Open Date : March 1, 2026
Closing date : May 15, 2026
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 1,000,000 $
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
- Manufacturing
Types of eligible projects
TechnologyInnovation
Canada
Open Date : March 1, 2026
Closing date : May 15, 2026
Grant and FundingExpert AdviceClosed
Food Ventures Program
Perennia Food and Agriculture Corporation
Supports Nova Scotia food businesses with quality and safety services
NS, Canada
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 10,000 $
- Up to 75% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
- Manufacturing
- Accommodation and food services
Types of eligible projects
CommercializationInnovation
NS, Canada
Grant and FundingExpert AdviceClosed
Foodpreneur Advantage - Scale-Up Program
Municipality of Chatham-Kent (CK)
Training and funding for growing food businesses
Chatham-Kent, Ontario, Canada
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 5,000 $
Eligible Industries
- Manufacturing
- Wholesale trade
- Retail trade
- Accommodation and food services
Types of eligible projects
CommercializationInnovation
Chatham-Kent, Ontario, Canada
Other SupportExpert AdviceClosed
Foodpreneur Start-Up Seminars
Foodpreneur Advantage
Free online seminars for food startups
Ontario, Canada
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Eligible Industries
- Accommodation and food services
Types of eligible projects
CommercializationBusiness BuyoutDigital Transformation
Ontario, Canada
Grant and FundingClosed
FoodTech Next
Canadian Food Innovation Network (CFIN)
Funding for foodtech demonstration and pilot projects
Canada
Closing date : May 26, 2025
Eligible Funding
- From $100,000 to $250,000
- Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Types of eligible projects
TechnologyEnvironment and ClimateInnovation
Canada
Closing date : May 26, 2025
Other SupportExpert AdviceLoans and Capital investmentsClosed
Funding available for starting and expanding a business
Microfinance institution
Financing for business startup and growth
Quebec, Canada
Eligible Funding
- From $500 to $20,000
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Types of eligible projects
CommercializationTechnologyInnovationDigital Transformation
Quebec, Canada
Grant and FundingClosed
Funding for Canadian Innovators and Accelerators of DIANA
Department of National Defence (DND)
Funding for Canadian DIANA innovators and accelerators
Canada
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 7,371,948 $
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Types of eligible projects
CommercializationInnovation
Canada
Other SupportGrant and FundingExpert AdviceLoans and Capital investmentsClosed
Funding Guide
MRC du Golfe du Saint Laurent (MRC)
Funding for rural development and business projects
Quebec, Canada
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 35,000 $
- Up to 90% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Manufacturing
- Retail trade
- Transportation and warehousing
- Information and cultural industries
Types of eligible projects
CommercializationTechnologyConstruction and Renovation InnovationDigital Transformation
Quebec, Canada
Grant and FundingClosed
Gen AI Call for Projects
Scale AI Cluster
Supports collaborative generative AI projects improving operational productivity in Canada
Canada
Eligible Funding
- Minimum amount : 750,000 $
- Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Professional, scientific and technical services
Types of eligible projects
CommercializationArtificial Intelligence (AI)
Canada
Other SupportClosed
Geniuses in business
Acfas
Student innovation commercialization competition
Montreal, Quebec, Canada
Closing date : March 25, 2025
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Types of eligible projects
Commercialization
Montreal, Quebec, Canada
Closing date : March 25, 2025
Partnering and CollaborationGrant and FundingClosed
Global Partnerships Initiative
Natural Resources Canada (NRCan)
Supports international critical minerals collaboration
Canada
Eligible Funding
- Up to 100% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Mining, quarrying, and oil and gas extraction
- Manufacturing
- Professional, scientific and technical services
- Educational services
Types of eligible projects
CommercializationEnvironment and ClimateInnovationDigital Transformation
Canada
Wage Subsidies And InternsClosed
Green Jobs Internship Program
Clean Foundation
Wage subsidies for youth internships in natural resources
Canada
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 30,000 $
- Up to 75% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
- Mining, quarrying, and oil and gas extraction
- Utilities
- Professional, scientific and technical services
Types of eligible projects
Environment and ClimateHuman Resources
Canada
Grant and FundingClosed
Hats On For Awareness Awards & Grants
Hats On For Awareness (HOA)
Support for mental health and wellness initiatives
Canada
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 500 $
Eligible Industries
- Health care and social assistance
Types of eligible projects
Canada
Partnering and CollaborationGrant and FundingClosed
Healthy Communities Initiative Regions
Community Foundations of Canada (CFC)
Supports healthier, safer communities
Canada
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 60,400,000 $
Eligible Industries
- Information and cultural industries
- Educational services
- Health care and social assistance
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
Types of eligible projects
TechnologyInnovationDigital Transformation
Canada
Grant and FundingExpert AdviceClosed
HIPP Entrepreneur Business Pitch Competition
Town of Hanover
Business pitch competition for Hanover entrepreneurs
Hanover, Ontario, Canada
Closing date : October 25, 2024
Eligible Funding
- From $1,000 to $8,000
Eligible Industries
- Retail trade
- Accommodation and food services
- Other services (except public administration)
- Public administration
Types of eligible projects
Business BuyoutDigital Transformation
Hanover, Ontario, Canada
Closing date : October 25, 2024
Grant and FundingClosed
Honorific grants 2025 – Entreprendre ici
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Supports diverse entrepreneurs driving innovation in Québec
Quebec, Canada
Open Date : June 30, 2025
Closing date : August 31, 2025
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 25,000 $
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Types of eligible projects
Innovation
Quebec, Canada
Open Date : June 30, 2025
Closing date : August 31, 2025
Other SupportPartnering and CollaborationGrant and FundingTax CreditsClosed
Huron-Kinloss Downtown Improvement Program
Township of Huron-Kinloss
Matched funding for downtown business improvements
Ontario, Canada
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 5,000 $
- Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
- Retail trade
- Accommodation and food services
Types of eligible projects
CommercializationEnvironment and ClimateConstruction and Renovation InnovationDigital Transformation
Ontario, Canada
Grant and FundingExpert AdviceClosed
i.d.e.a. Fund
TechAlliance, Innovation Factory
Funding and support for high potential businesses focusing on a sustainable and green recovery
Ontario, Canada
Open Date : March 28, 2023
Closing date : April 18, 2023
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
Ontario, Canada
Open Date : March 28, 2023
Closing date : April 18, 2023
Grant and FundingClosed
Indigenous Cannabis Business Fund — Community Planning & Engagement
New Relationship Trust (NRT)
Funding for Indigenous cannabis projects in British Columbia
BC, Canada
Closing date : December 1, 2025
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 250,000 $
- Up to 75% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
- Manufacturing
- Wholesale trade
- Retail trade
Types of eligible projects
Commercialization
BC, Canada
Closing date : December 1, 2025
Grant and FundingClosed
Indigenous Economic Development Fund — Business and Community Fund
Government of Ontario, Ontario Ministry of Indigenous Affairs and First Nations Economic Reconciliation
Grants for Ontario Indigenous businesses, communities and organizations
Ontario, Canada
Closing date : December 1, 2025
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Types of eligible projects
CommercializationConstruction and Renovation Human Resources
Ontario, Canada
Closing date : December 1, 2025
Grant and FundingClosed
Innovate BC — BC Fast Pilot program
Government of British Columbia (BC), Innovate BC
Support for B.C. SMEs piloting new technology
Vancouver, BC, Canada
Closing date : June 3, 2024
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 200,000 $
Eligible Industries
- Manufacturing
- Professional, scientific and technical services
- Other services (except public administration)
- Public administration
Types of eligible projects
CommercializationTechnologyEnvironment and ClimateConstruction and Renovation
Vancouver, BC, Canada
Closing date : June 3, 2024
Loans and Capital investmentsClosed
Innovation and Growth Fund in Social Economy
Fonds RISQ (RISQ)
Revenue-based financing for social economy growth
Quebec, Canada
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 250,000 $
Eligible Industries
- Finance and insurance
- Professional, scientific and technical services
- Administrative and support, waste management and remediation services
- Health care and social assistance
Types of eligible projects
CommercializationEnvironment and ClimateHuman ResourcesInnovation
Quebec, Canada
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Researchers And FacilitiesGrant and FundingExpert AdviceClosed
Innovation for Defence Excellence and Security (IDEaS) Corrosion Detection in Ships Sandbox
Government of Canada
Corrosion detection technologies for naval ships
NS, Canada
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 12,000 $
- Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Professional, scientific and technical services
- Public administration
Types of eligible projects
TechnologyInnovation
NS, Canada
Grant and FundingClosed
Innovation Fund
Government of Prince Edward Island (PEI), Innovation PEI (PEI), Canada Foundation for Innovation (CFI)
Support to commercialize innovative products
Charlo, Charlottetown, PE
Closing date : May 17, 2024
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 50,000 $
- Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Manufacturing
- Information and cultural industries
- Professional, scientific and technical services
Types of eligible projects
CommercializationTechnologyInnovation
Charlo, Charlottetown, PE
Closing date : May 17, 2024
Grant and FundingClosed
Innovation Growth Program
Government of Manitoba, Department of Business, Mining, Trade and Job Creation (MN), Manitoba Housing (MHRC)
Support for innovative product commercialization in Manitoba
Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada
Closing date : December 15, 2024
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 100,000 $
- Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Manufacturing
- Information and cultural industries
- Professional, scientific and technical services
Types of eligible projects
CommercializationConstruction and Renovation Innovation
Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada
Closing date : December 15, 2024
Grant and FundingExpert AdviceClosed
Innovation Guelph — Rhyze Up! Program
Innovation Guelph
Accelerator for women- and nonbinary-led Canadian companies
Ontario, Canada
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 10,000 $
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Types of eligible projects
CommercializationInnovationDigital Transformation
Ontario, Canada
Grant and FundingClosed
Innovative Solutions Canada — Zero emissions technologies for industrial process heating
National Research Council Canada (NRC), Natural Resources Canada (NRCan)
Zero-emissions industrial process heating solutions
Canada
Open Date : July 18, 2024
Closing date : September 5, 2024
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 1,500,000 $
Eligible Industries
- Mining, quarrying, and oil and gas extraction
- Manufacturing
Types of eligible projects
TechnologyEnvironment and ClimateInnovation
Canada
Open Date : July 18, 2024
Closing date : September 5, 2024
Grant and FundingClosed
innovÉÉ — Accord
innovÉÉ
Funding collaborative research and innovation in Quebec sectors
Quebec, Canada
Closing date : November 15, 2024
Eligible Funding
- From $100,000 to $350,000
- Up to 80% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Utilities
- Manufacturing
- Professional, scientific and technical services
Types of eligible projects
TechnologyEnvironment and ClimateInnovation
Quebec, Canada
Closing date : November 15, 2024
Researchers And FacilitiesPartnering and CollaborationGrant and FundingClosed
innovÉÉ — PARTENAR-IA — Academic
innovÉÉ
Collaborative AI R&D funding for Quebec companies
Quebec, Canada
Open Date : August 11, 2023
Closing date : April 15, 2024
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 1,500,000 $
- Up to 40% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Types of eligible projects
Artificial Intelligence (AI)Innovation
Quebec, Canada
Open Date : August 11, 2023
Closing date : April 15, 2024
Grant and FundingClosed
innovÉÉ — PARTENAR-IA — Industry
innovÉÉ
Funding for Quebec electricity innovative collaborations in AI
Quebec, Canada
Closing date : April 15, 2025
Eligible 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 projects
Artificial Intelligence (AI)TechnologyInnovation
Quebec, Canada
Closing date : April 15, 2025
Grant and FundingClosed
Intellectual Property Ontario
Government of Ontario
IP support and funding for Ontario innovators
Ontario, Canada
Eligible Funding
- Up to 80% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
- Mining, quarrying, and oil and gas extraction
- Manufacturing
- Professional, scientific and technical services
Types of eligible projects
CommercializationArtificial Intelligence (AI)Technology
Ontario, Canada
Grant and FundingClosed
Invest Nova Scotia — Greenshoots
Government of Nova Scotia, Invest Nova Scotia
Funding for early-stage businesses in Nova Scotia
NS, Canada
Open Date : January 23, 2024
Closing date : February 17, 2024
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 40 $
- Up to 90% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
- Manufacturing
Types of eligible projects
CommercializationTechnologyEnvironment and Climate
NS, Canada
Open Date : January 23, 2024
Closing date : February 17, 2024
Grant and FundingClosed
Investments in Forest Industry Transformation (IFIT) — Capital Investment Projects
Natural Resources Canada (NRCan)
Support for forest sector innovation
Canada
Open Date : February 25, 2026
Closing date : April 27, 2026
Eligible Funding
- Minimum amount : 1,000,000 $
- Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
- Manufacturing
Types of eligible projects
CommercializationTechnologyEnvironment and ClimateInnovation
Canada
Open Date : February 25, 2026
Closing date : April 27, 2026
Grant and FundingExpert AdviceClosed
Investor Speak™ Program
WeBC
Investor Q&A training for women founders
BC, Canada
Eligible Funding
- From $2,900 to $2,900
- Up to 100% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Professional, scientific and technical services
Types of eligible projects
CommercializationInnovation
BC, Canada
Grant and FundingClosed
Irrigation Program — Irrigation Development Program
Government of Saskatchewan, Sustainable Canadian Agricultural Partnership (SCAP)
Support for irrigation infrastructure development
Saskatchewan, Canada
Closing date : December 31, 2025
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 500,000 $
- Up to 67% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
Types of eligible projects
Innovation
Saskatchewan, Canada
Closing date : December 31, 2025
Partnering and CollaborationWage Subsidies And InternsClosed
Kids Brain Health Network-Mitacs research awards to support children with disabilities
Mitacs
Research support for children with disabilities
BC, Canada
Closing date : September 30, 2022
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 20,000 $
Eligible Industries
- Professional, scientific and technical services
- Educational services
- Health care and social assistance
Types of eligible projects
CommercializationInnovation
BC, Canada
Closing date : September 30, 2022
Researchers And FacilitiesPartnering and CollaborationGrant and FundingClosed
Lab Services Incentive Program (LSIP)
Emissions Reduction Alberta (ERA)
Supports SME access to lab services
Alberta, Canada
Closing date : December 31, 2025
Eligible Funding
- From $12,000 to $60,000
- Up to 60% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Professional, scientific and technical services
Types of eligible projects
CommercializationTechnologyEnvironment and Climate
Alberta, Canada
Closing date : December 31, 2025
Grant and FundingExpert AdviceLoans and Capital investmentsClosed
Laval Économique — Créavenir
Laval Economique
Financing support for young entrepreneurs
Laval, Quebec, Canada
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 16,000 $
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Types of eligible projects
Business BuyoutDigital Transformation
Laval, Quebec, Canada
Partnering and CollaborationGrant and FundingExpert AdviceClosed
Le programme aquaentrepreneur
AQUAACTION
Commercial support for Quebec water-tech companies
Quebec, Canada
Closing date : April 15, 2026
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
- Mining, quarrying, and oil and gas extraction
- Utilities
- Construction
Types of eligible projects
Commercialization
Quebec, Canada
Closing date : April 15, 2026
Researchers And FacilitiesGrant and FundingClosed
Life Science Fellowships
Alberta Innovates
Support for life science startup commercialization
Alberta, Canada
Closing date : January 30, 2021
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 200,000 $
Eligible Industries
- Professional, scientific and technical services
- Health care and social assistance
Types of eligible projects
CommercializationInnovation
Alberta, Canada
Closing date : January 30, 2021
Grant and FundingClosed
Live Music
Creative BC
Supports B.C. live music events and industry sustainability
BC, Canada
Open Date : August 26, 2026
Closing date : October 7, 2026
Eligible Funding
- From $2,000 to $50,000
- Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
Types of eligible projects
TechnologyConstruction and Renovation Innovation
BC, Canada
Open Date : August 26, 2026
Closing date : October 7, 2026
Loans and Capital investmentsClosed
Location-achat - access a farm
Investment Fund for Agricultural Succession (FIRA)
Access farmland without an upfront down payment
Quebec, Canada
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
Types of eligible projects
Business Buyout
Quebec, Canada
Grant and FundingClosed
Made in Saskatchewan Technology Program (MIST)
Government of Saskatchewan, Innovation Saskatchewan (IS)
Contract opportunities for SK technology companies
Saskatchewan, Canada
Open Date : November 1, 2023
Closing date : January 31, 2024
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 30,000 $
- Up to 80% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Information and cultural industries
- Professional, scientific and technical services
Types of eligible projects
CommercializationTechnologyInnovation
Saskatchewan, Canada
Open Date : November 1, 2023
Closing date : January 31, 2024
Grant and FundingClosed
Manitoba Accessibility Fund
Government of Manitoba, Manitoba Housing (MHRC)
Funding for Manitoba accessibility improvement projects
Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada
Closing date : February 20, 2026
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 50,000 $
- Up to 100% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Educational services
- Health care and social assistance
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
- Public administration
Types of eligible projects
Human ResourcesDigital Transformation
Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada
Closing date : February 20, 2026
Grant and FundingClosed
Matching Investment Fund
Canadian Dairy Commission (CDC)
Funding for dairy product development
Canada
Open Date : April 1, 2025
Closing date : June 30, 2025
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 150,000 $
- Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Manufacturing
Types of eligible projects
Innovation
Canada
Open Date : April 1, 2025
Closing date : June 30, 2025
Partnering and CollaborationExpert AdviceClosed
McGill Dobson Centre for Entrepreneurship — Startup Incubator Programs
McGill Dobson Centre for Entrepreneurship
Startup support through mentorship and acceleration
Montreal, Quebec, Canada
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Eligible Industries
- Professional, scientific and technical services
- Health care and social assistance
Types of eligible projects
CommercializationEnvironment and ClimateInnovation
Montreal, Quebec, Canada
Partnering and CollaborationGrant and FundingClosed
MEDTEQ+ — Impact
Consortium de recherche et d’innovation en technologies médicales du Québec (MEDTEQ)
Funding for collaborative healthcare technology projects in Quebec
Quebec, Canada
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 1,500,000 $
- Up to 40% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Professional, scientific and technical services
- Educational services
- Health care and social assistance
Types of eligible projects
Artificial Intelligence (AI)TechnologyInnovation
Quebec, Canada

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