Grants and Funding for Startups in Canada for 2026
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Startup grants provide essential financial support. They enable entrepreneurs to bring their projects to life while reducing financial risks.
1026 opportunities available

Partnering and CollaborationExpert AdviceOpen
Zú program — Incubation
ZúBusiness growth through strategic mentoring and exclusive resources
Eligible Funding
- No Condition
Eligible Industries
- Information and cultural industries
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
Types of eligible projects
TechnologyInnovation

Grant and FundingClosed
VRQ call for projects
AxelysFunding for technology maturation projects from select Quebec institutions
Eligible Funding
- From $20,000 to $50,000
- Up to 27% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Professional, scientific and technical services
- Educational services
- Health care and social assistance
Types of eligible projects
CommercializationTechnologyInnovation

Researchers And FacilitiesPartnering and CollaborationGrant and FundingClosed
Construction Sector Digitalization and Productivity Challenge program – Call for proposals
National Research Council Canada (NRC)Supporting digital and industrial innovation in construction retrofits
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 850,000 $
Eligible Industries
- Construction
Types of eligible projects
TechnologyEnvironment and ClimateInnovationDigital Transformation

Loans and Capital investmentsClosed
Biomed Propulsion Program
Investissement Québec (IQ)Supports life sciences companies for commercialization and job creation
Eligible Funding
- From $2,500,000 to $10
- Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Health care and social assistance
Types of eligible projects
CommercializationTechnologyInnovation

Grant and FundingClosed
Grains Innovation Fund
Grain Farmers of Ontario (GFO)Supports innovation and market growth for Ontario grain projects
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 75,000 $
- Up to 60% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
- Manufacturing
Types of eligible projects
CommercializationInnovation

Grant and FundingClosed
EcoAction - Freshwater Sustainability and Innovation across Canada Stream
Canada Water Agency (CWA)Supports innovative projects improving freshwater sustainability across Canada
Eligible Funding
- From $25,000 to $200,000
- Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
- Utilities
- Manufacturing
- Professional, scientific and technical services
Types of eligible projects
TechnologyEnvironment and ClimateInnovation

Grant and FundingExpert AdviceOpen
Youth Initiative to Combat Climate Change - Entrepreneurship and Green Economy
Quebec International Youth Offices (LOJIQ)Supports young Quebecers in entrepreneurship and green economy initiatives
Eligible Funding
- No Condition
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
- Utilities
- Construction
- Manufacturing
Types of eligible projects
Environment and ClimateInnovation

Expert AdviceOpen
Regional export promotion organizations (ORPEX)
Commerce International QuébecExport help in your region in Quebec
Eligible Funding
- No Condition
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Types of eligible projects
Commercialization

Eligible Funding
- No Condition
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Types of eligible projects

Researchers And FacilitiesPartnering and CollaborationGrant and FundingOpen
Innovation continuum
AxelysSupports innovation development and commercialization in Quebec’s strategic sectors
Eligible Funding
- No Condition
Eligible Industries
- Professional, scientific and technical services
- Educational services
Types of eligible projects
CommercializationTechnologyInnovation

Grant and FundingOpen
Regional Tariff Response Initiative (RTRI) — Prairie Provinces
Prairies Economic Development Canada (PrairiesCan)Supports Prairie businesses impacted by trade tariffs and disruptions
Eligible Funding
- Up to 25% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Manufacturing
- Wholesale trade
- Transportation and warehousing
- Professional, scientific and technical services
Types of eligible projects
CommercializationTechnologyInnovation

Grant and FundingOpen
PME MTL — Innovation, productivity, and sustainable development fund
PME MTLSubsidizes innovation and sustainability projects in Montréal businesses
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 50,000 $
- Up to 80% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Types of eligible projects
CommercializationEnvironment and ClimateInnovation

Grant and FundingClosed
AI Compute Access Fund
Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada (ISED)Supports Canadian SMEs in accessing advanced AI compute resources
Eligible Funding
- From $67,000 to $3,350,000
- Up to 67% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Types of eligible projects
CommercializationArtificial Intelligence (AI)TechnologyInnovation

Grant and FundingClosed
Idea to Innovation Grants
Natural Sciences and Engineering Research Council of Canada (NSERC)Technology transfer opportunities
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 350,000 $
- Up to 75% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Professional, scientific and technical services
Types of eligible projects
CommercializationTechnologyInnovation

Partnering and CollaborationGrant and FundingClosed
METHANE REDUCTION DEMONSTRATION PROGRAM
Natural Gas Innovation Fund (NGIF)Non-dilutive funding for near-commercial methane technology demonstrations in Alberta
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 750,000 $
- Up to 75% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Mining, quarrying, and oil and gas extraction
- Utilities
Types of eligible projects
CommercializationTechnologyEnvironment and ClimateInnovation

Partnering and CollaborationGrant and FundingOpen
CRIAQ International
Consortium for Research and Innovation in Aerospace in Quebec (CRIAQ)Supports international collaborative aerospace R&D commercialization projects
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
CommercializationTechnologyInnovation

Partnering and CollaborationGrant and FundingOpen
Innovation Scouting Fund
Canadian Food Innovation Network (CFIN)Funds pilot collaborations to validate foodtech solutions with industry partners
Eligible Funding
- From $12,000 to $75,000
- Up to 60% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Manufacturing
- Retail trade
- Accommodation and food services
Types of eligible projects
TechnologyInnovation

Partnering and CollaborationGrant and FundingOpen
International Technology Pilot and Demonstration Program — Cleantech (Global Markets)
National Research Council Canada (NRC)Supports Canadian SMEs piloting cleantech with international partners
Eligible Funding
- From $75,000 to $700,000
- Up to 80% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Utilities
- Professional, scientific and technical services
- Administrative and support, waste management and remediation services
Types of eligible projects
CommercializationTechnologyEnvironment and ClimateInnovation

Grant and FundingClosed
AcceleratiON Program
Ontario CreatesSupports Black and Indigenous-owned music businesses in Ontario
Eligible Funding
- From $2,500 to $20,000
- Up to 100% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Information and cultural industries
Types of eligible projects
CommercializationHuman Resources

Grant and FundingClosed
PRIMA — Call for Projects
Advanced Materials Research and Innovation Hub (PRIMA)Funding for collaborative advanced materials R&D projects in Quebec
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 1,500,000 $
- Up to 40% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Manufacturing
- Transportation and warehousing
- Health care and social assistance
Types of eligible projects
TechnologyInnovation

Grant and FundingExpert AdviceOpen
RNA Entrepreneurship initiative
AxelysSupports entrepreneurial development in RNA therapeutics for Quebec academics
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 80,000 $
Eligible Industries
- Professional, scientific and technical services
- Educational services
- Health care and social assistance
Types of eligible projects
TechnologyHuman ResourcesInnovation

Partnering and CollaborationGrant and FundingExpert AdviceClosed
Scientific and Innovative Venture Program (SIVP)
Québec Research FundSupports researchers launching innovative science-based businesses in Quebec
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 50,000 $
Eligible Industries
- Professional, scientific and technical services
- Educational services
- Health care and social assistance
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
Types of eligible projects
TechnologyInnovation

Other SupportPartnering and CollaborationGrant and FundingExpert AdviceOpen
Aero Montreal — Eco-Responsibility
Aéro MontrealSupports Quebec aerospace companies with eco-responsible project funding
Eligible Funding
- No Condition
Eligible Industries
- Manufacturing
Types of eligible projects
Environment and ClimateHuman Resources

Partnering and CollaborationGrant and FundingOpen
The Initiative for Sustainable Aviation Technology (INSAT)
StrixFunding to accelerate sustainable aviation technology innovation in Canada
Eligible Funding
- No Condition
Eligible Industries
- Manufacturing
- Transportation and warehousing
- Professional, scientific and technical services
Types of eligible projects
Artificial Intelligence (AI)TechnologyEnvironment and ClimateInnovation

Grant and FundingExpert AdviceLoans and Capital investmentsOpen
Startup in residence
DesjardinsInvestment-focused accelerator supporting early-stage Canadian impact tech startups
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 15,000 $
Eligible Industries
- Information and cultural industries
- Finance and insurance
- Real estate and rental and leasing
- Professional, scientific and technical services
Types of eligible projects
TechnologyEnvironment and Climate
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Grant and FundingOpen
Epic MegaGrants
Epic GamesFunding for innovative Unreal Engine real-time 3D projects
Eligible Funding
- From $5,000 to $150,000
Eligible Industries
- Information and cultural industries
- Professional, scientific and technical services
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
Types of eligible projects
TechnologyInnovation

Other SupportExpert AdviceLoans and Capital investmentsOpen
Woman entrepreneur
Business Development Bank of Canada (BDC)Financing, advice and free resources for women-led businesses
Eligible Funding
- No Condition
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Types of eligible projects
TechnologyDigital Transformation

Grant and FundingOpen
Strategic sectors
PROMPTSupports collaborative innovation projects in Quebec strategic technology sectors
Eligible Funding
- Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Utilities
- Manufacturing
- Information and cultural industries
- Professional, scientific and technical services
Types of eligible projects
CommercializationTechnologyInnovation

Partnering and CollaborationGrant and FundingSuspended
PROMPT — Artificial intelligence
PROMPTSupports Quebec businesses in collaborative artificial intelligence innovation projects
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 1,500,000 $
- Up to 35% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Information and cultural industries
- Professional, scientific and technical services
Types of eligible projects
CommercializationArtificial Intelligence (AI)TechnologyInnovation

Grant and FundingExpert AdviceOpen
Guidance grants
Quebec City (FLI)Funding for business growth through specialized consulting services
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 25,000 $
- Up to 30% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
- Utilities
- Manufacturing
- Information and cultural industries
Types of eligible projects
Artificial Intelligence (AI)TechnologyEnvironment and ClimateInnovationDigital Transformation

Grant and FundingClosed
Interactive Digital Media Fund — Production
Government of OntarioMoney for digital media projects in Ontario
Eligible Funding
- From $25,000 to $300,000
- Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Information and cultural industries
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
Types of eligible projects
CommercializationTechnologyDigital Transformation

Grant and FundingClosed
Tourisme Côte-Nord — EPRTNT – Hosting
Tourisme Côte-NordSupports sustainable tourism enhancement in Quebec's Côte-Nord region
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 50,000 $
- Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Accommodation and food services
Types of eligible projects
Environment and ClimateConstruction and Renovation Digital Transformation

Loans and Capital investmentsOpen
BDC Financing — Tech Companies
Business Development Bank of Canada (BDC)Loans for businesses in the technology sector
Eligible Funding
- No Condition
Eligible Industries
- Information and cultural industries
- Professional, scientific and technical services
Types of eligible projects
TechnologyInnovation

Expert AdviceLoans and Capital investmentsClosed
Capital Access Advisory Program (CAAP) — Building Companies
Ontario Bioscience Innovation Organization (OBIO)Business assistance for health science companies
Eligible Funding
- No Condition
Eligible Industries
- Health care and social assistance
Types of eligible projects
Technology

Grant and FundingClosed
Tourisme Côte-Nord — EPRTNT – Digital development of a company
Tourisme Côte-NordSupports digital development for tourism businesses in Côte-Nord
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 15,000 $
- Up to 90% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Accommodation and food services
Types of eligible projects
Digital Transformation

Other SupportGrant and FundingExpert AdviceClosed
DIANA — Challenge Call
North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO)Accelerates dual-use technology solutions for critical NATO challenges
Eligible Funding
- From $100,000 to $400,000
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Types of eligible projects
Artificial Intelligence (AI)TechnologyEnvironment and ClimateInnovation

Loans and Capital investmentsOpen
CIBC — Business line of credit
Canadian Imperial Bank of Commerce (CIBC)Revolving credit to manage cash flow and short-term expenses
Eligible Funding
- Minimum amount : 10,000 $
Eligible Industries
- Finance and insurance
Types of eligible projects

Grant and FundingOpen
Account Receivable and Payable Monetization
National Bank of Canada (NBC)Monetize receivables and payables to improve business cash flow
Eligible Funding
- No Condition
Eligible Industries
- Finance and insurance
Types of eligible projects

Other SupportGrant and FundingOpen
Support Fund for Businesses in La Mitis (FAEM)
La Mitis RCM (MRC)Financial support to help La Mitis businesses grow and perform
Eligible Funding
- From $1,000 to $10,000
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Types of eligible projects
CommercializationTechnologyHuman ResourcesBusiness BuyoutInnovationDigital Transformation

Loans and Capital investmentsOpen
Agricultural investment fund mitissien (FAIM)
La Mitis RCM (MRC)Flexible patient-capital financing for farm start-up and transfer
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 50,000 $
- Up to 10% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
Types of eligible projects
Environment and ClimateBusiness Buyout

Grant and FundingOpen
INVEST North Program — Innovation Stream
Northern Ontario Heritage Fund Corporation (NOHFC)Innovation Stream supports new technology development in Northern Ontario
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 2,000,000 $
- Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Manufacturing
- Information and cultural industries
- Professional, scientific and technical services
Types of eligible projects
CommercializationTechnologyConstruction and Renovation Innovation

Partnering and CollaborationGrant and FundingSuspended
PROMPT — Quantum Technologies
PROMPTSupports collaborative quantum technology research projects among Quebec companies
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 1,500,000 $
- Up to 35% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Professional, scientific and technical services
Types of eligible projects
TechnologyInnovation

Grant and FundingClosed
WinterTech Development
Ontario Vehicle Innovation Network (OVIN)Money to develop automotive winter weather related technologies.
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 500,000 $
- Up to 33% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Transportation and warehousing
Types of eligible projects
CommercializationTechnology

Expert AdviceOpen
The Foodpreneur Scale-Up Program
Foodpreneur AdvantageSupport for high growth food businesses in Southwestern Ontario
Eligible Funding
- No Condition
Eligible Industries
- Manufacturing
- Wholesale trade
- Retail trade
Types of eligible projects
CommercializationInnovation

Grant and FundingExpert AdviceOpen
Productivity and Sustainable Innovation Fund – Stream 1: Company consultations/micro-diagnosis and selection assistance
NexDev | Haut-Richelieu Economic DevelopmentFinancial support for productivity and innovation in local industries
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 10,000 $
- Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Manufacturing
- Wholesale trade
- Transportation and warehousing
- Other services (except public administration)
Types of eligible projects
Artificial Intelligence (AI)TechnologyInnovationDigital Transformation

Grant and FundingExpert AdviceOpen
Productivity and Sustainable Innovation Fund – Component 2: Feasibility study - audit towards a 4.0 transition
NexDev | Haut-Richelieu Economic DevelopmentFinancial support for industrial digital transformation and productivity improvement
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 5,000 $
- Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Manufacturing
- Wholesale trade
- Transportation and warehousing
Types of eligible projects
TechnologyInnovationDigital Transformation

Grant and FundingOpen
OVIN — Electric Vehicle (EV) — Stream 1
Ontario Vehicle Innovation Network (OVIN)Money for electric vehicle related technologies
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 100,000 $
- Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Utilities
- Manufacturing
- Transportation and warehousing
Types of eligible projects
CommercializationTechnologyEnvironment and ClimateInnovation

Researchers And FacilitiesPartnering and CollaborationGrant and FundingOpen
PROMPT — Collaborative Innovation
PROMPTFacilitates collaborative R&D between Quebec businesses and research institutions
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 1,500,000 $
- Up to 40% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Manufacturing
- Information and cultural industries
- Professional, scientific and technical services
- Educational services
Types of eligible projects
TechnologyInnovation

Grant and FundingClosed
PRIMA — PARTENAR-IA — Industry
Advanced Materials Research and Innovation Hub (PRIMA)Funding for Quebec innovative collaborations in AI for advanced materials
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 150,000 $
- Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
- Manufacturing
Types of eligible projects
Artificial Intelligence (AI)TechnologyInnovation

Partnering and CollaborationGrant and FundingOpen
PROMPT — GHG Reduction – SME Component
PROMPTSupports Quebec SMEs developing innovative GHG reduction technologies
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 450,000 $
- Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Manufacturing
- Professional, scientific and technical services
Types of eligible projects
TechnologyEnvironment and ClimateInnovation
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Grant and FundingClosed
C/AV and Smart Mobility — Stream 1
Ontario Vehicle Innovation Network (OVIN)Supports development of connected vehicle and smart mobility technologies
Eligible Funding
- Up to 100% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Manufacturing
- Transportation and warehousing
- Professional, scientific and technical services
- Public administration
Types of eligible projects
Technology

Grant and FundingExpert AdviceLoans and Capital investmentsOpen
RCM Vallée-Du-Richelieu — Creavenir
RCM Vallée-Du-RichelieuSupport and financing for young entrepreneurs in Vallée-du-Richelieu
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 15,000 $
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
- Manufacturing
- Retail trade
- Professional, scientific and technical services
Types of eligible projects
CommercializationTechnologyBusiness BuyoutInnovationDigital Transformation

Grant and FundingClosed
Triple-P
Innovation Initiatives Ontario NorthMoney for innovation initiatives in northern Ontario
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 10,000 $
- Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Types of eligible projects
CommercializationInnovationDigital Transformation

Researchers And FacilitiesPartnering and CollaborationGrant and FundingOpenClosing Soon
Canada–Germany 2026 Quantum collaborative industrial research and development call for proposals
National Research Council Canada (NRC)Supports Canada–Germany quantum R&D partnerships for commercialization
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 700,000 $
- Up to 80% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Manufacturing
- Information and cultural industries
- Professional, scientific and technical services
Types of eligible projects
CommercializationTechnologyInnovation

Grant and FundingClosed
Electric Vehicle (EV) — Stream 2
Ontario Vehicle Innovation Network (OVIN)Money for electric vehicle related technologies
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 1,000,000 $
Eligible Industries
- Utilities
- Manufacturing
- Transportation and warehousing
- Professional, scientific and technical services
Types of eligible projects
Technology

Grant and FundingOpen
Program to support research and development of products made from reused and recycled end-of-life tires
Recyc-QuébecSupports innovative projects using recycled end-of-life tires
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 75,000 $
- Up to 75% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Manufacturing
- Administrative and support, waste management and remediation services
Types of eligible projects
CommercializationEnvironment and ClimateInnovation

Other SupportPartnering and CollaborationExpert AdviceOpenClosing Soon
Singapore fintech - Canadian Technology Accelerator
Government of CanadaNo-cost business development support for Canadian fintech entering Singapore
Eligible Funding
- No Condition
Eligible Industries
- Finance and insurance
- Professional, scientific and technical services
Types of eligible projects
CommercializationArtificial Intelligence (AI)TechnologyDigital Transformation

Grant and FundingClosed
PADAAR — Measure 4075 – On-farm or indoor demonstrations
Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries and Food (MAPAQ)Supports knowledge transfer and demonstration of innovative agricultural techniques
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 2,000 $
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
Types of eligible projects
TechnologyInnovation

Loans and Capital investmentsOpen
MRC Joliette — Local investment and solidarity funds (FLI and FLS)
MRC de Joliette (CDÉJ)Investment support for economic development in Joliette
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 150,000 $
- Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Types of eligible projects
CommercializationConstruction and Renovation Business BuyoutDigital Transformation

Grant and FundingExpert AdviceClosed
Summer Company
Government of OntarioMoney for Ontario students to start a summer business
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 3,000 $
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Types of eligible projects

Grant and FundingOpen
Tourism Innovation Program — Stream 2 - Support for projects and the development of innovative businesses
MT LabQuebec's initiative to foster innovation in tourism industry
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 90,000 $
- Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
- Accommodation and food services
Types of eligible projects
Environment and ClimateHuman ResourcesInnovationDigital Transformation

Loans and Capital investmentsOpen
MRC Les Moulins — FLI/FLS
MRC Les MoulinsInvestment fund supporting business startup and expansion phases
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 150,000 $
- Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Manufacturing
- Wholesale trade
- Retail trade
- Professional, scientific and technical services
Types of eligible projects
CommercializationConstruction and Renovation Business BuyoutDigital Transformation

Loans and Capital investmentsOpen
MRC La Vallée-de-l'Or — Local Investment Funds FLI-FLS
MRC La Vallée-de-l'OrLocal investment fund policy for business support and financing
Eligible Funding
- From $5,000 to $300,000
- Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Mining, quarrying, and oil and gas extraction
- Manufacturing
- Wholesale trade
- Retail trade
Types of eligible projects
CommercializationConstruction and Renovation Business BuyoutDigital Transformation

Partnering and CollaborationGrant and FundingOpen
The Quantum Technologies innovation funding program
PROMPTSupports quantum technology research collaboration funding in Quebec
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 1,500,000 $
- Up to 35% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Professional, scientific and technical services
Types of eligible projects
TechnologyInnovation

Grant and FundingClosed
Innovation in Quantum Technologies — Stream 2
Ministère de l'économie, de l'innovation et de l'énergie du Québec (MEIE)Support for SMEs to develop processes or products in quantum technologies
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 150,000 $
- Up to 30% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Types of eligible projects
CommercializationTechnologyInnovation

Grant and FundingClosed
MRC Domaine-du-Roy — Economic Development Fund
MRC Domaine-du-RoyInnovative economic diversification and business support grants
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 150,000 $
- Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Manufacturing
- Professional, scientific and technical services
Types of eligible projects
Innovation

Grant and FundingClosed
Renewable Natural Gas Production Support Program — Stream 2
Gouvernement du QuébecFunding for Renewable Natural Gas projects
Eligible Funding
- Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Mining, quarrying, and oil and gas extraction
- Utilities
Types of eligible projects
Environment and ClimateConstruction and Renovation

Loans and Capital investmentsOpen
MRC La Haute-Côte-Nord — FLI/FLS
MRC La Haute-Côte-NordEconomic support for sustainable business development in MRC
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 150,000 $
- Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
- Manufacturing
- Transportation and warehousing
- Professional, scientific and technical services
Types of eligible projects
CommercializationEnvironment and ClimateBusiness BuyoutDigital Transformation

Grant and FundingOpen
MRC Lac-Saint-Jean-Est — Rural Region Fund - Signature Innovation
MRC Lac-Saint-Jean-EstSupporting innovative development for resilient, sustainable communities
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 60,000 $
- Up to 80% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
Types of eligible projects
TechnologyEnvironment and ClimateInnovation

Researchers And FacilitiesPartnering and CollaborationGrant and FundingClosed
PSO-Biofood II – 144th call for projects
Consortium de recherche et d'innovations en bioprocédés industriels au Québec (CRIBIQ)Supports collaborative biofood innovation projects between Quebec companies and researchers
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 1,500,000 $
- Up to 27% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
- Manufacturing
- Professional, scientific and technical services
Types of eligible projects
TechnologyEnvironment and ClimateHuman ResourcesInnovation

Grant and FundingClosed
MRC Charlevoix — Support Fund for the Emergence of Business Projects
MRC CharlevoixFunding for business growth and entrepreneurship in Charlevoix
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 100,000 $
- Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
- Manufacturing
- Professional, scientific and technical services
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
Types of eligible projects
TechnologyBusiness BuyoutInnovation

Grant and FundingOpening Soon
Îles-de-la-madeleine — Vitalization frame - Component 2
Municipalité des Îles-de-la-MadeleineSupports local economic, social, and cultural development initiatives
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 100,000 $
- Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
- Construction
- Manufacturing
- Wholesale trade
Types of eligible projects
Environment and ClimateBusiness Buyout

Loans and Capital investmentsOpen
MRC Haute-Yamaska — Haute-Yamaska Agricultural Microcredit Fund
Entrepreneuriat Haute-YamaskaInterest-free financial assistance for agricultural businesses in Haute-Yamaska
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 10,000 $
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Types of eligible projects
CommercializationEnvironment and Climate

Grant and FundingClosed
Laurentides Tourism — Regional Partnership and Digital Transformation Agreement in Tourism (EPRTNT) – Accommodation
Laurentides TourismSupports sustainable and innovative tourism accommodation development in Laurentides
Eligible Funding
- From $30,000 to $95,000
- Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
- Accommodation and food services
Types of eligible projects
Environment and ClimateInnovationDigital Transformation

Grant and FundingArchived
Business Growth — Growth support vouchers
Quebec City (FLI)Grant program supports strategic consultancy for business growth
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 25,000 $
- Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Manufacturing
- Information and cultural industries
- Finance and insurance
- Professional, scientific and technical services
Types of eligible projects
TechnologyEnvironment and ClimateInnovation
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Eligible Funding
- No Condition
Eligible Industries
- Manufacturing
- Information and cultural industries
- Professional, scientific and technical services
Types of eligible projects
Artificial Intelligence (AI)Technology

Loans and Capital investmentsOpen
Local investment fund (FLI)
Ministère de l'économie, de l'innovation et de l'énergie du Québec (MEIE)Loans for entrepreneurs in Quebec
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 150,000 $
- Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Types of eligible projects
CommercializationConstruction and Renovation Business BuyoutDigital Transformation

Grant and FundingClosed
Saint-Hyacinthe Technopole — MADEES
MRC des MaskoutainsBoosts sustainable social business development with financial assistance
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 15,000 $
- Up to 80% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Health care and social assistance
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
- Other services (except public administration)
- Public administration
Types of eligible projects
Human Resources

Grant and FundingClosed
Tourisme Côte-Nord — EPRTNT – Attractions, activities and facilities
Tourisme Côte-NordSupports responsible and sustainable tourism development in Côte-Nord
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 50,000 $
- Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
- Accommodation and food services
Types of eligible projects
Environment and ClimateConstruction and Renovation Digital Transformation

Loans and Capital investmentsOpen
Rouyn-Noranda — FLI-FLS – Entrepreneurial Succession
City of Rouyn-NorandaFLI-FLS funds projects and entrepreneurial succession in Rouyn-Noranda
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 250,000 $
- Up to 5% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
- Manufacturing
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
- Accommodation and food services
Types of eligible projects
CommercializationConstruction and Renovation Business BuyoutDigital Transformation

Loans and Capital investmentsOpen
MRC Papineau — Local Investment Fund (FLI) and Solidarity Fund (FLS)
MRC PapineauInvestment program for business development in Quebec
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 150,000 $
- Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Types of eligible projects
CommercializationConstruction and Renovation Business BuyoutDigital Transformation

Grant and FundingClosed
Laurentides Tourism — Regional Partnership and Digital Transformation Agreement in Tourism (EPRTNT) – Structuring the regional tourism offering
Laurentides TourismSupports sustainable development of tourism initiatives in the Laurentides
Eligible Funding
- From $20,000 to $95,000
- Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
- Accommodation and food services
Types of eligible projects
Environment and ClimateInnovationDigital Transformation

Loans and Capital investmentsOpen
MRC Charlevoix-Est — Local Investment Fund (FLI) and Local Solidarity Fund (FLS)
MRC Charlevoix-EstCharlevoix-Est supports local entrepreneurship and economic development
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 125,000 $
- Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
- Manufacturing
- Professional, scientific and technical services
- Educational services
Types of eligible projects
CommercializationConstruction and Renovation Business Buyout

Grant and FundingArchived
MRC Arthabaska - Self-employment support (STA)
MRC ArthabaskaStartup support with financial and technical assistance
Eligible Funding
- No Condition
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Types of eligible projects
Business Buyout

Grant and FundingLoans and Capital investmentsClosed
MRC Beauce-Sartigan — New Tourist Attractions Fund (FNAT)
MRC Beauce-SartiganFunding for new tourism projects in Beauce-Sartigan
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 25,000 $
- Up to 20% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
- Accommodation and food services
Types of eligible projects
Commercialization

Other SupportResearchers And FacilitiesExpert AdviceOpen
OPZI – Innovation in optics and photonics
OptechAccelerated R&D support for optics photonics and quantum innovation
Eligible Funding
- Up to 40% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Manufacturing
- Professional, scientific and technical services
Types of eligible projects
Artificial Intelligence (AI)TechnologyInnovation

Loans and Capital investmentsOpen
MRC Bellechasse — Local Investment Fund - Succession Component (FLI Relève)
MRC de BellechasseInterest-free loan to support business succession in Bellechasse
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 75,000 $
- Up to 25% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Types of eligible projects
Construction and Renovation Business Buyout

Grant and FundingOpen
MRC Coaticook — Vitality Entrepreneurship Fund
MRC de CoaticookSupports Coaticook businesses with funding for entrepreneurship and growth
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 10,000 $
- Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
- Manufacturing
- Other services (except public administration)
- Public administration
Types of eligible projects
CommercializationEnvironment and ClimateHuman ResourcesBusiness BuyoutInnovation

Grant and FundingClosed
Group Entrepreneurship Capital Program
Investissement Québec (IQ)Supports real estate projects for Quebec social economy enterprises
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 500,000 $
- Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Finance and insurance
- Educational services
- Health care and social assistance
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
Types of eligible projects
Construction and Renovation

Grant and FundingOpen
MRC Papineau —Sustainable Development Fund (SDF)
MRC PapineauSustainable Development Fund supporting eco-friendly business practices
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 5,000 $
- Up to 25% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
- Retail trade
- Accommodation and food services
- Other services (except public administration)
Types of eligible projects
Environment and Climate

Grant and FundingOpen
Saint-Hyacinthe Technopole — MADE
MRC des MaskoutainsSupports entrepreneurial start-ups with financial assistance
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 10,000 $
Eligible Industries
- Manufacturing
- Retail trade
- Other services (except public administration)
- Public administration
Types of eligible projects
Business Buyout

Grant and FundingClosed
MRC La Matapédia — Regions and Rurality Fund of La Matapédia - 2024 Business Support Policy
MRC La MatapédiaSupport for business growth in rural La Matapédia
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 150,000 $
- Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
- Professional, scientific and technical services
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
Types of eligible projects
CommercializationBusiness BuyoutDigital Transformation

Loans and Capital investmentsOpen
PME MTL – PME MTL investment funds
PME MTLLoans 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

Grant and FundingOpen
IP financing - Associate members of CAI
Innovation asset collective (IAC)Funding support for IP strategy in data-driven cleantech SMEs
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 15,000 $
Eligible Industries
- Professional, scientific and technical services
Types of eligible projects
CommercializationTechnologyInnovation

Grant and FundingClosed
FedDev Ontario — Funding for organizations that help businesses grow
Federal Economic Development Agency for Southern Ontario (FedDev)Supporting organizational growth through innovation and sustainable development
Eligible Funding
- From $125,000 to $10,000,000
Eligible Industries
- Manufacturing
- Information and cultural industries
- Professional, scientific and technical services
- Administrative and support, waste management and remediation services
Types of eligible projects
TechnologyEnvironment and ClimateInnovation

Grant and FundingOpen
MRC du Golfe-du-Saint-Laurent — Support Fund for Structuring Projects (FSPS)
MRC du Golfe du Saint LaurentFinancial support for enhancing projects in rural Quebec
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 35,000 $
- Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
- Educational services
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
Types of eligible projects
InnovationDigital Transformation

Grant and FundingOpen
MRC Kamouraska — Project Emergence Program (PEP)
MRC KamouraskaNon-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

Loans and Capital investmentsOpen
MRC La Nouvelle-Beauce — Futurpreneur
MRC de La Nouvelle-BeauceFunding support for young Canadian entrepreneurs aged 18-39
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 60,000 $
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Types of eligible projects
Business Buyout

Grant and FundingOpen
MRC de D’Autray — Support program for emerging business projects
MRC de D'AutrayNon-repayable aid for emerging business projects in D’Autray
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 15,000 $
- Up to 80% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Types of eligible projects
CommercializationBusiness Buyout

Grant and FundingOpen
MRC Abitibi-Ouest — CRÉAVENIR Program
MRC Abitibi-OuestCréavenir supports young entrepreneurs in Abitibi-Ouest with financing
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 5,000 $
- Up to 25% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Types of eligible projects