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

Loans and Capital investmentsOpen
Micro-Loan Program
Government of Prince Edward Island (PEI), Finance PEI
Micro-loans for PEI entrepreneurs
Charlottetown, PE, Canada
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 15,000 $
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
- Manufacturing
- Retail trade
- Other services (except public administration)
Types of eligible projects
Business Buyout
Charlottetown, PE, Canada
Grant and FundingOpen
MicroEntreprendre
MicroEntreprendre
Microcredit for Quebec entrepreneurs
Quebec, Canada
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Types of eligible projects
Quebec, Canada
Loans and Capital investmentsOpen
Montréal Microcredit — Term Loan
Montréal Microcredit
Repayable financing with personalized business support
Montreal, Quebec, Canada
Eligible Funding
- From $500 to $20,000
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Types of eligible projects
Business Buyout
Montreal, Quebec, Canada
Grant and FundingOpen
MRC Caniapiscau — Structuring projects
MRC de Caniapiscau (MRC)
Funding for structuring local community projects
Quebec, Canada
Eligible Funding
- Up to 80% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Types of eligible projects
TechnologyEnvironment and Climate
Quebec, Canada
Other SupportGrant and FundingExpert AdviceOpen
MRC de D’Autray — Self-Employment Support Measure (STA)
MRC de D'Autray (MRC)
Self-employment support for eligible individuals launching businesses
Quebec, Canada
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Types of eligible projects
Business Buyout
Quebec, Canada
Grant and FundingExpert AdviceLoans and Capital investmentsOpen
MRC de Thérèse de Blainville — Créavenir
MRC Thérèse de Blainville (MRC)
Financial support and guidance for young entrepreneurs launching businesses
Quebec, Canada
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 5,000 $
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Types of eligible projects
Quebec, Canada
Partnering and CollaborationGrant and FundingExpert AdviceLoans and Capital investmentsOpen
MRC de Thérèse de Blainville — Entrepreneurial financial assistance program
MRC Thérèse de Blainville (MRC)
Financial support for businesses in Blainville
Blainville, Quebec, Canada
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Eligible Industries
- Manufacturing
- Retail trade
- Information and cultural industries
- Professional, scientific and technical services
Types of eligible projects
Innovation
Blainville, Quebec, Canada
Grant and FundingOpen
MRC Deux-Montagnes — Créavenir
MRC Deux-Montagnes
Youth business financing with personalized support
Quebec, Canada
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 250,000 $
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Types of eligible projects
Innovation
Quebec, Canada
Grant and FundingOpen
MRC du Golfe-du-Saint-Laurent — Rural Development Fund (FDR)
MRC du Golfe du Saint Laurent (MRC)
Financial support for rural and business development
Quebec, Canada
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 25,000 $
- Up to 90% 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
CommercializationTechnologyHuman ResourcesBusiness BuyoutDigital Transformation
Quebec, Canada
Grant and FundingOpen
MRC Joliette — Business Assistance Fund (FAE) – Stream 1
MRC de Joliette (CDÉJ)
Funding for business start-up and succession
Joliette, Quebec, Canada
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 7,000 $
Eligible Industries
- Manufacturing
- Professional, scientific and technical services
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
- Accommodation and food services
Types of eligible projects
CommercializationBusiness BuyoutInnovation
Joliette, Quebec, Canada
Grant and FundingExpert AdviceLoans and Capital investmentsOpen
MRC Joliette — Business Assistance Fund (FAE) – Stream 2
MRC de Joliette (CDÉJ)
Funding for social economy business projects
Joliette, Quebec, Canada
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 25,000 $
- Up to 80% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Manufacturing
- Professional, scientific and technical services
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
Types of eligible projects
CommercializationBusiness BuyoutInnovation
Joliette, Quebec, Canada
Other SupportGrant and FundingExpert AdviceOpen
MRC L'Érable — Self-employment support (STA)
MRC L'Érable (MRC)
Financial and technical support for new businesses
Quebec, Canada
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Types of eligible projects
Business Buyout
Quebec, Canada
Grant and FundingExpert AdviceOpen
MRC La Côte-de-Beaupré — Young Promoters Fund (FJP)
Développement Côte-de-Beaupré, MRC La Côte-de-Beaupré
Support for young entrepreneurs in business start-up
Quebec, Canada
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 25,000 $
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
- Other services (except public administration)
- Public administration
Types of eligible projects
Quebec, Canada
Grant and FundingOpen
MRC La Matapédia — Program for Restoring Underutilized Agricultural Lands 2023-2025
MRC La Matapédia (MRC)
Funding for restoring idle agricultural land
Quebec, Canada
Open Date : January 1, 2023
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 20,000 $
- Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
Types of eligible projects
Environment and Climate
Quebec, Canada
Open Date : January 1, 2023
Other SupportGrant and FundingOpen
MRC La Nouvelle-Beauce — Nouvelle-Beauce entrepreneurial web
MRC de La Nouvelle-Beauce (MRC), Développement économique Nouvelle-Beauce (DENB)
Networking and support for young businesses
Quebec, Canada
Open Date : January 1, 2023
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 3,500 $
- Up to 75% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Types of eligible projects
Human ResourcesBusiness BuyoutInnovation
Quebec, Canada
Open Date : January 1, 2023
Loans and Capital investmentsOpen
MRC Témiscamingue — Tourism Attraction Fund
MRC Témiscamingue (MRCT)
Financing for new tourism ventures in Témiscamingue
Ville-Marie, Quebec, Canada
Eligible Funding
- From $5,000 to $20,000
Eligible Industries
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
- Accommodation and food services
Types of eligible projects
CommercializationTechnologyConstruction and Renovation Innovation
Ville-Marie, Quebec, Canada
Grant and FundingOpen
MRC Thérèse de Blainville — Business start-up fund
MRC Thérèse de Blainville (MRC)
Supports new entrepreneurs to start or acquire a business
Quebec, Canada
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 5,000 $
- Up to 20% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Retail trade
- Accommodation and food services
Types of eligible projects
Business Buyout
Quebec, Canada
Grant and FundingOpen
Multi-Species Research and Development Fund
Department of Fisheries, Forestry and Agriculture
Non-repayable support for aquaculture R&D
NL, Canada
Open Date : September 29, 2023
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
Types of eligible projects
TechnologyInnovation
NL, Canada
Open Date : September 29, 2023
Other SupportGrant and FundingLoans and Capital investmentsOpen
Municipality of Kincardine - Community Improvement Plan Grants
Municipality of Kincardine
Funding for Kincardine development and improvement projects
Kincardine, Tiverton, Ontario
Closing date : August 28, 2026
Eligible Funding
- From $500 to $50,000
- Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Types of eligible projects
Construction and Renovation
Kincardine, Tiverton, Ontario
Closing date : August 28, 2026
Grant and FundingOpen
Music Industry Initiatives
Creative BC
Supports B.C. music industry development
BC, Canada
Open Date : February 25, 2026
Closing date : October 30, 2026
Eligible Funding
- From $2,000 to $60,000
- Up to 75% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Information and cultural industries
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
Types of eligible projects
CommercializationTechnologyInnovation
BC, Canada
Open Date : February 25, 2026
Closing date : October 30, 2026
Grant and FundingOpen
NADF Financing
Nishnawbe Aski Development Fund (NADF)
Financing for Northern Ontario Indigenous business and economic development
Ontario, Canada
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 500,000 $
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Types of eligible projects
Ontario, Canada
Researchers And FacilitiesGrant and FundingOpen
NBIF Innovation Voucher
New Brunswick Innovation Foundation (NBIF)
Funding for R&D at a New Brunswick research institution
NB, Canada
Open Date : August 9, 2023
Eligible Funding
- From $10,000 to $80,000
- Up to 80% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
- Manufacturing
- Information and cultural industries
- Professional, scientific and technical services
Types of eligible projects
CommercializationTechnologyInnovation
NB, Canada
Open Date : August 9, 2023
Other SupportPartnering and CollaborationLoans and Capital investmentsOpen
NBIF Startup Investment Fund
New Brunswick Innovation Foundation (NBIF)
Pre-seed investment for New Brunswick startups
NB, Canada
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 200,000 $
Eligible Industries
- Information and cultural industries
- Professional, scientific and technical services
Types of eligible projects
CommercializationTechnologyInnovation
NB, Canada
Expert AdviceOpen
New Ventures BC — Venture Accelerator Program
Government of British Columbia (BC), New Ventures BC (NVBC)
Distance accelerator for early-stage technology in BC
BC, Canada
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Eligible Industries
- Information and cultural industries
- Professional, scientific and technical services
- Other services (except public administration)
- Public administration
Types of eligible projects
Technology
BC, Canada
Grant and FundingExpert AdviceOpen
Newcomer Entrepreneur Accelerator Program
LatAm Startups
Accelerator for newcomer-led Canadian tech companies
Ontario, Canada
Open Date : August 17, 2023
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Eligible Industries
- Information and cultural industries
- Professional, scientific and technical services
Types of eligible projects
CommercializationTechnologyHuman Resources
Ontario, Canada
Open Date : August 17, 2023
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Grant and FundingOpen
Newfoundland and Labrador — Business Growth Program
Government of Newfoundland and Labrador (CBDC), Newfoundland and Labrador Ministry of Industry, Energy and Technology
Supports Newfoundland and Labrador businesses to innovate and expand markets
NL, Canada
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 750,000 $
- Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Manufacturing
- Information and cultural industries
- Professional, scientific and technical services
- Administrative and support, waste management and remediation services
Types of eligible projects
CommercializationTechnologyInnovationDigital Transformation
NL, Canada
Tax CreditsOpen
Newfoundland and Labrador research and development tax credit
Government of Newfoundland and Labrador (CBDC), Canada Revenue Agency (CRA), Government of Canada, Newfoundland & Labrador
Provides a refundable tax credit for eligible R&D in Newfoundland and Labrador
NL, Canada
Eligible Funding
- Up to 15% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Manufacturing
- Professional, scientific and technical services
Types of eligible projects
Innovation
NL, Canada
Expert AdviceOpen
Nordic Incubator-Accelerator — Stream 1 — Support Pathway
Government of Québec, Indigenous Tourism Québec (ITQ)
Tourism project support north of the 49th parallel
Quebec, Canada
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Eligible Industries
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
- Accommodation and food services
Types of eligible projects
Commercialization
Quebec, Canada
Grant and FundingOpen
Northern Isolated Community Initiatives (NICI) Fund
Canada Economic Development for Quebec Regions (CED), Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency (ACOA)
Supports food initiatives in Canada's North
Canada
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
- Manufacturing
- Wholesale trade
- Transportation and warehousing
Types of eligible projects
Canada
Other SupportOpen
Northern Ontario Angels
Northern Ontario Angels (NOA)
Northern Ontario investor and entrepreneur network
Ontario, Canada
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Types of eligible projects
Innovation
Ontario, Canada
Grant and FundingOpen
Northern Technology Accelerator Program (NTAP)
Northwestern Ontario Innovation Centre (NOIC)
Supports Northern Ontario SMEs adopting innovative technology solutions
Ontario, Canada
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 10,000 $
- Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Manufacturing
- Retail trade
- Transportation and warehousing
- Information and cultural industries
Types of eligible projects
TechnologyInnovationDigital Transformation
Ontario, Canada
Grant and FundingOpen
Nova Grants
The Jewish Community Foundation of Montreal (JCF)
Funding for innovative community programs
Montreal, Quebec, Canada
Open Date : February 3, 2026
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 50,000 $
Eligible Industries
- Educational services
- Health care and social assistance
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
Types of eligible projects
Innovation
Montreal, Quebec, Canada
Open Date : February 3, 2026
Loans and Capital investmentsOpen
Nova Scotia Farm Loans
Government of Nova Scotia, Nova Scotia Farm Loan Board
Loans for Nova Scotia farm operations and agricultural businesses
NS, Canada
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
Types of eligible projects
NS, Canada
Tax CreditsOpen
Nova Scotia innovation equity tax credit
Government of Nova Scotia, Canada Revenue Agency (CRA)
Tax credit for innovative Nova Scotia corporations
NS, Canada
Eligible Funding
- From $1,000 to $112,500
- Up to 45% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Manufacturing
- Professional, scientific and technical services
Types of eligible projects
CommercializationInnovation
NS, Canada
Researchers And FacilitiesExpert AdviceOpen
NRC — Aquatic and Crop Resource Development Research Centre
National Research Council Canada (NRC)
Collaborate on aquatic and crop resource R&D
Canada
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
- Manufacturing
- Professional, scientific and technical services
Types of eligible projects
Canada
Researchers And FacilitiesExpert AdviceOpen
NRC — Automotive and Surface Transportation
National Research Council Canada (NRC)
Collaborate on automotive and surface transportation R&D
Canada
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Eligible Industries
- Manufacturing
- Transportation and warehousing
- Professional, scientific and technical services
- Public administration
Types of eligible projects
TechnologyEnvironment and ClimateInnovation
Canada
Other SupportResearchers And FacilitiesPartnering and CollaborationExpert AdviceOpen
NRC — Canadian Centre for Housing Technology
National Research Council Canada (NRC)
Real-life testing support for housing innovations
Ottawa, Ontario, Canada
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Eligible Industries
- Utilities
- Construction
- Manufacturing
- Professional, scientific and technical services
Types of eligible projects
CommercializationTechnologyEnvironment and ClimateConstruction and Renovation Innovation
Ottawa, Ontario, Canada
Other SupportResearchers And FacilitiesExpert AdviceOpen
NRC — Canadian Photonics Fabrication Centre
National Research Council Canada (NRC)
Photonic device fabrication services
Ottawa, Ontario, Canada
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Eligible Industries
- Manufacturing
- Professional, scientific and technical services
Types of eligible projects
CommercializationArtificial Intelligence (AI)Innovation
Ottawa, Ontario, Canada
Researchers And FacilitiesExpert AdviceOpen
NRC — Cell Culture Pilot Plant
National Research Council Canada (NRC)
Cell culture scale-up for biologics and vaccines
Montreal, Quebec, Canada
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Eligible Industries
- Manufacturing
- Professional, scientific and technical services
- Health care and social assistance
Types of eligible projects
CommercializationTechnologyInnovation
Montreal, Quebec, Canada
Researchers And FacilitiesExpert AdviceOpen
NRC — Energy, Mining and Environment Research Centre
National Research Council Canada (NRC)
Collaborate on energy, mining and environment R&D
Canada
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Eligible Industries
- Mining, quarrying, and oil and gas extraction
- Utilities
- Manufacturing
- Transportation and warehousing
Types of eligible projects
Environment and Climate
Canada
Researchers And FacilitiesExpert AdviceOpen
NRC — Hygrothermal performance of buildings testing facilities
National Research Council Canada (NRC)
Energy efficient building testing in Ottawa
Ottawa, Ontario, Canada
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Eligible Industries
- Construction
- Manufacturing
Types of eligible projects
Environment and ClimateConstruction and Renovation
Ottawa, Ontario, Canada
Other SupportResearchers And FacilitiesPartnering and CollaborationOpen
NRC — Laser processing and surface modification facility
National Research Council Canada (NRC)
Advanced laser manufacturing and surface technology support
London, Ontario, Canada
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Eligible Industries
- Manufacturing
- Professional, scientific and technical services
Types of eligible projects
TechnologyInnovation
London, Ontario, Canada
Researchers And FacilitiesPartnering and CollaborationExpert AdviceOpen
NRC — Nanotechnology Research Centre
National Research Council Canada (NRC)
Collaborative quantum and nanotechnology research support
Ottawa, Ontario, Canada
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Eligible Industries
- Manufacturing
- Professional, scientific and technical services
- Health care and social assistance
Types of eligible projects
CommercializationTechnologyInnovation
Ottawa, Ontario, Canada
Other SupportResearchers And FacilitiesPartnering and CollaborationOpen
NRC — Printable Electronics - Ottawa research facility
National Research Council Canada (NRC)
Applied research for printable electronics solutions
Ottawa, Ontario, Canada
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Eligible Industries
- Manufacturing
- Professional, scientific and technical services
Types of eligible projects
CommercializationTechnologyInnovation
Ottawa, Ontario, Canada
Grant and FundingOpen
NRCAN — National Energy Systems Modelling
Natural Resources Canada (NRCan)
Supporting national energy systems modelling for emission reductions
Canada
Open Date : April 1, 2029
Eligible Funding
- From $300,000 to $1,000,000
- Up to 100% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Utilities
- Professional, scientific and technical services
- Educational services
Types of eligible projects
TechnologyEnvironment and ClimateConstruction and Renovation Innovation
Canada
Open Date : April 1, 2029
Expert AdviceOpen
NUMERIA program
Computer Research Institute of Montreal (CRIM)
Training in Artificial Intelligence (AI) for Quebec SMEs
Quebec, Canada
Open Date : July 31, 2023
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Eligible Industries
- Manufacturing
- Information and cultural industries
- Professional, scientific and technical services
- Health care and social assistance
Types of eligible projects
Artificial Intelligence (AI)TechnologyInnovation
Quebec, Canada
Open Date : July 31, 2023
Grant and FundingOpen
Nunavut Filmmakers Funding — Nunavut Spend Incentive Program
Nunavut Film Development Corporation (NFDC)
Rebate on costs of developing films in Nunavut
Iqaluit, Nunavut, Canada
Eligible Funding
- From $25,000 to $40,000
- Up to 27% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Information and cultural industries
Types of eligible projects
Iqaluit, Nunavut, Canada
Expert AdviceOpen
OBIO — Early Adopter Health Network (EAHN)
Ontario Bioscience Innovation Organization (OBIO)
Partnerships for Canadian health technologies
Ontario, Canada
Open Date : July 9, 2024
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 250,000 $
Eligible Industries
- Health care and social assistance
Types of eligible projects
CommercializationTechnologyInnovation
Ontario, Canada
Open Date : July 9, 2024
Grant and FundingLoans and Capital investmentsOpen
OCI — Ready 4 Market (R4M)
Ontario Centre of Innovation (OCI)
Co-investment for Ontario technology start-ups
Ontario, Canada
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 250,000 $
Eligible Industries
- Manufacturing
- Information and cultural industries
- Professional, scientific and technical services
Types of eligible projects
CommercializationInnovation
Ontario, Canada
Grant and FundingOpen
OCI — Technology Demonstration Program (TDP)
Ontario Centre of Innovation (OCI)
Supports Ontario SMEs implementing DMAP digital solutions
Ontario, Canada
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 150,000 $
- Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Manufacturing
- Retail trade
- Information and cultural industries
- Professional, scientific and technical services
Types of eligible projects
CommercializationTechnologyDigital Transformation
Ontario, Canada
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Loans and Capital investmentsOpen
OCLF — Small Business Loans
Ottawa Community Loan Fund (OCLF)
Offers loans for small business startup or expansion
Ottawa, Ontario, Canada
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 15,000 $
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Types of eligible projects
CommercializationBusiness Buyout
Ottawa, Ontario, Canada
Tax CreditsOpen
Ontario Business Research Institute Tax Credit (OBRITC)
Ontario Ministry of Finance, Government of Ontario, Canada Revenue Agency (CRA)
Refundable tax credit for Ontario research contracts
Ontario, Canada
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 4,000,000 $
- Up to 20% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Professional, scientific and technical services
- Educational services
- Health care and social assistance
Types of eligible projects
Innovation
Ontario, Canada
Tax CreditsOpen
Ontario credit union tax reduction
Ontario Ministry of Finance, Government of Ontario, Canada Revenue Agency (CRA)
Tax reduction for eligible Ontario credit unions
Ontario, Canada
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Eligible Industries
- Finance and insurance
Types of eligible projects
Ontario, Canada
Grant and FundingOpen
Ontario Forest Biomass Program
Government of Ontario
Funding for Ontario forest biomass projects
Ontario, Canada
Closing date : October 15, 2026
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 10,000,000 $
- Up to 0.8% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Utilities
- Construction
- Manufacturing
- Real estate and rental and leasing
Types of eligible projects
CommercializationTechnologyEnvironment and ClimateConstruction and Renovation Innovation
Ontario, Canada
Closing date : October 15, 2026
Partnering and CollaborationGrant and FundingLoans and Capital investmentsOpen
Ontario Music Investment Fund
Ontario Creates
Supports Ontario music business growth
Ontario, Canada
Closing date : September 10, 2026
Eligible Funding
- From $10,000 to $125,000
- Up to 75% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
Types of eligible projects
CommercializationHuman ResourcesInnovationDigital Transformation
Ontario, Canada
Closing date : September 10, 2026
Tax CreditsOpen
Ontario small business deduction (SBD)
Ontario Ministry of Finance, Government of Ontario
Reduces Ontario corporate tax for eligible CCPCs
Ontario, Canada
Eligible Funding
- Up to 8.3% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Types of eligible projects
Ontario, Canada
Other SupportGrant and FundingExpert AdviceLoans and Capital investmentsOpen
Ontario Together Trade Fund (OTTF)
Government of Ontario
Supports Ontario businesses to strengthen supply chains and expand markets
Ontario, Canada
Eligible Funding
- From $200,000 to $5,000,000
- Up to 75% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Manufacturing
Types of eligible projects
CommercializationTechnologyHuman ResourcesInnovation
Ontario, Canada
Expert AdviceOpen
Opportunities New Brunswick — Mentorship
Government of New Brunswick, Opportunities New Brunswick (ONB)
Mentorship and connections in New Brunswick
NB, Canada
Open Date : July 9, 2024
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Types of eligible projects
Commercialization
NB, Canada
Open Date : July 9, 2024
Partnering and CollaborationGrant and FundingOpen
OVIN — TalentEdge Fellowship
Ontario Vehicle Innovation Network (OVIN)
Funding for automotive and smart mobility fellowships
Ontario, Canada
Open Date : May 6, 2022
Eligible Funding
- From $35,000 to $70,000
- Up to 70% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Mining, quarrying, and oil and gas extraction
- Manufacturing
- Transportation and warehousing
- Professional, scientific and technical services
Types of eligible projects
CommercializationArtificial Intelligence (AI)TechnologyInnovation
Ontario, Canada
Open Date : May 6, 2022
Partnering and CollaborationWage Subsidies And InternsOpen
OVIN — TalentEdge Internship
Ontario Vehicle Innovation Network (OVIN)
Funding for automotive mobility internships
Ontario, Canada
Open Date : May 4, 2022
Eligible Funding
- From $30,000 to $60,000
- Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Mining, quarrying, and oil and gas extraction
- Manufacturing
- Professional, scientific and technical services
Types of eligible projects
Artificial Intelligence (AI)Innovation
Ontario, Canada
Open Date : May 4, 2022
Grant and FundingLoans and Capital investmentsOpen
PacifiCan — Lytton Business Restart Program
Pacific Economic Development Canada (PacifiCan)
Supports business recovery in Lytton, BC
Lytton, BC, Canada
Closing date : December 31, 2026
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 1,000,000 $
Eligible Industries
- Retail trade
- Health care and social assistance
- Accommodation and food services
- Other services (except public administration)
Types of eligible projects
Construction and Renovation Business Buyout
Lytton, BC, Canada
Closing date : December 31, 2026
Grant and FundingOpen
PacifiCan — Regional Economic Growth through Innovation — Regional Innovation Ecosystems
Pacific Economic Development Canada (PacifiCan)
Funding to support business growth in British Columbia
BC, Canada
Eligible Funding
- Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
- Manufacturing
- Information and cultural industries
- Professional, scientific and technical services
Types of eligible projects
CommercializationTechnologyInnovation
BC, Canada
Other SupportOpen
Parkdale Centre for Innovation — Women Founders Stream
Parkdale Centre for Innovation
Training for self-identifying woman and/or non-binary founders
Canada
Open Date : June 14, 2022
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Types of eligible projects
Human Resources
Canada
Open Date : June 14, 2022
Tax CreditsOpen
Payroll tax credit – CFI
Revenu Québec
Payroll tax incentive for international financial sector employers in Montreal
Montreal, Quebec, Canada
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Eligible Industries
- Finance and insurance
Types of eligible projects
Human Resources
Montreal, Quebec, Canada
Grant and FundingOpen
PEI - Export Trade Assistance
Government of Prince Edward Island (PEI), Innovation PEI (PEI)
Funding to explore new global opportunities in PEI
PE, Canada
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 3,000 $
- Up to 75% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Manufacturing
- Information and cultural industries
- Professional, scientific and technical services
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
Types of eligible projects
CommercializationTechnologyInnovation
PE, Canada
Wage Subsidies And InternsOpen
People & Talent Program — Workforce Development Stream
Government of Ontario, Northern Ontario Heritage Fund Corporation (NOHFC)
Wage subsidy to hire interns in Northern Ontario
Ontario, Canada
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 35,000 $
- Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Types of eligible projects
Human Resources
Ontario, Canada
Loans and Capital investmentsOpen
PME MTL — Solidarity Fund
PME MTL (PME)
Loans for Quebec social economy enterprises and co-operatives
Montreal, Quebec, Canada
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 300,000 $
- Up to 80% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Types of eligible projects
Montreal, Quebec, Canada
Other SupportPartnering and CollaborationOpen
Prairie Agtech Validation Program
Canadian Agri-Food Automation and Intelligence Network (CAAIN)
Supports prairie agtech validation with producers and research experts
Alberta, Manitoba, Saskatchewan, Canada
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
- Professional, scientific and technical services
Types of eligible projects
CommercializationArtificial Intelligence (AI)TechnologyInnovationDigital Transformation
Alberta, Manitoba, Saskatchewan, Canada
Loans and Capital investmentsOpen
PrairiesCan — Entrepreneurs with Disabilities
Prairies Economic Development Canada (PrairiesCan)
Loans and support for entrepreneurs with disabilities in the Prairies provinces
Alberta, Manitoba, Saskatchewan, Canada
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Types of eligible projects
Alberta, Manitoba, Saskatchewan, Canada
Grant and FundingOpen
PrairiesCan — Regional Economic Growth through Innovation — Regional Innovation Ecosystems (RIE)
Prairies Economic Development Canada (PrairiesCan)
Support for innovation ecosystems in the Prairies
Alberta, Manitoba, Saskatchewan, Canada
Eligible Funding
- Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
- Manufacturing
- Information and cultural industries
- Professional, scientific and technical services
Types of eligible projects
CommercializationTechnologyHuman ResourcesInnovationDigital Transformation
Alberta, Manitoba, Saskatchewan, Canada
Other SupportOpen
Prince Edward Island Business Women's Association
Prince Edward Island Business Women's Association (PEIBWA)
Non-repayable support for women entrepreneurs
PE, Canada
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Types of eligible projects
PE, Canada
Researchers And FacilitiesPartnering and CollaborationGrant and FundingOpen
PSO – Organic food
Consortium de recherche et d'innovations en bioprocédés industriels au Québec (CRIBIQ)
Supports collaborative biofood research and innovation projects in Quebec
Quebec, Canada
Open Date : October 1, 2025
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 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
Environment and ClimateHuman ResourcesInnovation
Quebec, Canada
Open Date : October 1, 2025
Partnering and CollaborationGrant and FundingExpert AdviceOpen
Quebec Economic Development Program (QEDP)
Canada Economic Development for Quebec Regions (CED)
Supports regional economic development and diversification in Quebec
Quebec, Canada
Eligible Funding
- Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Manufacturing
- Professional, scientific and technical services
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
- Accommodation and food services
Types of eligible projects
CommercializationTechnologyBusiness BuyoutInnovation
Quebec, Canada
Researchers And FacilitiesExpert AdviceOpen
Quebec Industrial Research Centre — CRIQ
Investissement Québec (IQ), Government of Québec
Support for companies designing innovative industrial projects
Quebec, Canada
Open Date : August 11, 2023
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
- Manufacturing
Types of eligible projects
TechnologyEnvironment and Climate
Quebec, Canada
Open Date : August 11, 2023
Other SupportPartnering and CollaborationExpert AdviceOpen
Quebec International — Business services — Get support and advice
Québec International
Business advice and support in Québec City
Quebec City, Quebec, Canada
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Types of eligible projects
CommercializationArtificial Intelligence (AI)TechnologyHuman ResourcesInnovationDigital Transformation
Quebec City, Quebec, Canada
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Quebec International — International recruiting
Québec International
International recruitment support in Québec City
Quebec, Canada
Open Date : August 1, 2024
Eligible Funding
- From $1,000 to $1,849
Eligible Industries
- Manufacturing
- Information and cultural industries
- Finance and insurance
- Health care and social assistance
Types of eligible projects
Human Resources
Quebec, Canada
Open Date : August 1, 2024
Other SupportGrant and FundingExpert AdviceOpen
Quebec International — Selling and Exporting — Set your sights on the world
Québec International
Export support for business growth
Quebec, Canada
Open Date : April 28, 2021
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Eligible Industries
- Manufacturing
- Information and cultural industries
- Finance and insurance
- Professional, scientific and technical services
Types of eligible projects
CommercializationDigital Transformation
Quebec, Canada
Open Date : April 28, 2021
Expert AdviceOpen
Quebec International — Set up or expand a business
Québec International
Support for business set-up and expansion in Québec City
Quebec City, Quebec, Canada
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 95,400,000 $
Eligible Industries
- Manufacturing
- Information and cultural industries
- Finance and insurance
- Health care and social assistance
Types of eligible projects
Business Buyout
Quebec City, Quebec, Canada
Grant and FundingOpen
REGI — Regional Innovation Ecosystems — CED (QC) — Not-for-profit
Canada Economic Development for Quebec Regions (CED)
Money to support business growth in Quebec
Quebec, Canada
Open Date : July 9, 2024
Eligible Funding
- Up to 90% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Manufacturing
- Information and cultural industries
- Educational services
- Other services (except public administration)
Types of eligible projects
CommercializationTechnologyHuman ResourcesInnovation
Quebec, Canada
Open Date : July 9, 2024
Grant and FundingOpen
Regional Economic Growth through Innovation — Regional Innovation Ecosystems — ACOA
Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency (ACOA)
Support for business growth and innovation
NB, NL, NS, PE, Canada
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Types of eligible projects
CommercializationTechnologyInnovation
NB, NL, NS, PE, Canada
Grant and FundingOpen
Regional partnership and digital transformation agreement for tourism 2022-2025 – Attractions, activities and facilities
Tourisme Saguenay–Lac-Saint-Jean, Government of Québec, Investissement Québec (IQ)
Supporting digital transformation in tourism for sustainable growth
Quebec, Canada
Open Date : June 1, 2022
Eligible Funding
- From $30,000 to $95,000
- Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
- Accommodation and food services
- Other services (except public administration)
- Public administration
Types of eligible projects
Construction and Renovation
Quebec, Canada
Open Date : June 1, 2022
Grant and FundingOpen
Rental Cost Assistance
Government of Prince Edward Island (PEI), Innovation PEI (PEI)
Contribution to cover Prince Edward Island (PEI) business rental costs
PE, Canada
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 60,000 $
- Up to 75% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Manufacturing
- Information and cultural industries
Types of eligible projects
PE, Canada
Researchers And FacilitiesPartnering and CollaborationGrant and FundingOpen
Research Support Program for Research and Innovation Organizations — Support for Research Projects in Collaboration with the Community (PSO, stream 2b)
Government of Québec
Funding for collaborative research and innovation projects
Quebec, Canada
Closing date : March 31, 2027
Eligible Funding
- From $100,000 to $9,000,000
- Up to 100% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Professional, scientific and technical services
- Educational services
- Health care and social assistance
Types of eligible projects
CommercializationTechnologyConstruction and Renovation Business BuyoutInnovation
Quebec, Canada
Closing date : March 31, 2027
Expert AdviceOpen
Réseau des SADC et CAE — Business Start-Up and Expansion
Réseau des SADC et CAE (SADC)
Personalized support for Quebec businesses
Quebec, Canada
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Types of eligible projects
CommercializationBusiness Buyout
Quebec, Canada
Other SupportExpert AdviceOpen
Revenu Québec — Assistance program for SMEs
Revenu Québec
Free tax support for SMEs and self-employed workers
Quebec, Canada
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Types of eligible projects
Quebec, Canada
Loans and Capital investmentsOpen
Rise — Small Business Lending
Rise
Low-interest loans and mentorship for small businesses
Ontario, Canada
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 10,000 $
Eligible Industries
- Retail trade
- Professional, scientific and technical services
- Health care and social assistance
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
Types of eligible projects
Business Buyout
Ontario, Canada
Grant and FundingExpert AdviceOpen
Rouyn-Noranda — FQM Business Succession Program
City of Rouyn-Noranda
Support for business succession professional services
Rouyn-Noranda, Quebec, Canada
Open Date : October 6, 2025
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 5,000 $
- Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Types of eligible projects
Business Buyout
Rouyn-Noranda, Quebec, Canada
Open Date : October 6, 2025
Loans and Capital investmentsOpen
Rouyn-Noranda — Structuring Projects Fund (FPS)
CLD Rouyn-Noranda (CLDRN)
Financing for business growth and succession
Rouyn-Noranda, Quebec, Canada
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 25,000 $
- 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
Business Buyout
Rouyn-Noranda, Quebec, Canada
Loans and Capital investmentsOpen
SADC Lac-St-Jean Ouest — Numeric loan
SADC Lac-St-Jean Ouest (SADC)
Digital financing for business transformation
Quebec, Canada
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 25,000 $
Eligible Industries
- Retail trade
- Information and cultural industries
- Professional, scientific and technical services
Types of eligible projects
Digital Transformation
Quebec, Canada
Loans and Capital investmentsOpen
SADC Lac-St-Jean Ouest — Regular loan
SADC Lac-St-Jean Ouest (SADC)
Business financing for growth and relocation
Quebec, Canada
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 300,000 $
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Types of eligible projects
CommercializationEnvironment and ClimateConstruction and Renovation Business BuyoutDigital Transformation
Quebec, Canada
Expert AdviceLoans and Capital investmentsOpen
SADC Lac-St-Jean Ouest — Youth Strategy Fund
SADC Lac-St-Jean Ouest (SADC)
Youth financing for business projects
Quebec, Canada
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 25,000 $
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Types of eligible projects
InnovationDigital Transformation
Quebec, Canada
Loans and Capital investmentsOpen
SADC Maria-Chapdelaine — Digital Strategy Loan
SADC Maria-Chapdelaine (SADC)
Digital Strategy Loan supports business digital transition efforts
Canada
Eligible Funding
- From $10,000 to $50,000
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Types of eligible projects
Digital Transformation
Canada
Loans and Capital investmentsOpen
SADC Shawinigan — Digital Strategy Fund
SADC Shawinigan (SADC)
Financing for digital transition projects
Shawinigan, Quebec, Canada
Eligible Funding
- From $10,000 to $50,000
Eligible Industries
- Information and cultural industries
Types of eligible projects
Digital Transformation
Shawinigan, Quebec, Canada
Loans and Capital investmentsOpen
SADC Shawinigan — Green Strategy Fund
SADC Shawinigan (SADC)
Loan support for sustainable business projects
Shawinigan, Quebec, Canada
Eligible Funding
- From $10,000 to $50,000
Eligible Industries
- Administrative and support, waste management and remediation services
Types of eligible projects
Environment and Climate
Shawinigan, Quebec, Canada
Other SupportExpert AdviceOpen
SADC-CAE — Virage Vert Program
Réseau des SADC et CAE (SADC)
Support for greener business development in Quebec
Quebec, Canada
Open Date : July 9, 2024
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
- Manufacturing
- Transportation and warehousing
- Professional, scientific and technical services
Types of eligible projects
Environment and Climate
Quebec, Canada
Open Date : July 9, 2024
Grant and FundingOpen
Saint-Hyacinthe Technopole — FLI/FLS
Saint-Hyacinthe Technopole, MRC des Maskoutains
Local investment to enhance Quebec's economic development
Saint-Hyacinthe, Quebec, Canada
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 150,000 $
Eligible Industries
- Manufacturing
- Professional, scientific and technical services
- Educational services
- Health care and social assistance
Types of eligible projects
CommercializationEnvironment and ClimateConstruction and Renovation Business BuyoutDigital Transformation
Saint-Hyacinthe, Quebec, Canada
Tax CreditsOpen
Saskatchewan Critical Minerals Innovation Incentive (SCMII)
Government of Saskatchewan
Transferable credits for critical minerals innovation
Saskatchewan, Canada
Closing date : March 31, 2029
Eligible Funding
- From $1,000,000 to $5,000,000
- Up to 25% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Mining, quarrying, and oil and gas extraction
Types of eligible projects
CommercializationInnovation
Saskatchewan, Canada
Closing date : March 31, 2029
Tax CreditsOpen
Saskatchewan Petroleum Innovation Incentive (SPII)
Government of Saskatchewan
Supports oil and gas innovation projects
Saskatchewan, Canada
Open Date : July 8, 2019
Closing date : March 31, 2029
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 5,000,000 $
- Up to 25% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Mining, quarrying, and oil and gas extraction
Types of eligible projects
CommercializationTechnologyEnvironment and ClimateInnovation
Saskatchewan, Canada
Open Date : July 8, 2019
Closing date : March 31, 2029
Grant and FundingOpen
Saskatchewan Product Development Program (PDP)
Saskatchewan Food Industry Development Centre, Sustainable Canadian Agricultural Partnership (SCAP)
Funding for Saskatchewan value-added agri-food innovation
Saskatchewan, Canada
Open Date : July 9, 2024
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 20,000 $
- Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
- Manufacturing
Types of eligible projects
CommercializationInnovation
Saskatchewan, Canada
Open Date : July 9, 2024
Tax CreditsOpen
Saskatchewan Research and Development Tax Credit
Government of Saskatchewan, Canada Revenue Agency (CRA)
R&D tax credit for Saskatchewan corporations
Saskatchewan, Canada
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 1,000,000 $
- Up to 10% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Professional, scientific and technical services
Types of eligible projects
TechnologyInnovation
Saskatchewan, Canada

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