Grants and Funding for Startups in Canada for 2026

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

1253 programs

Grant and FundingOpen
MRC Caniapiscau — Structuring projects
MRC de Caniapiscau
Funding for structuring local community projects
Eligible Funding
Up to 80% of project cost
Eligible Industries
All industries
Types of eligible projects
TechnologyEnvironment and Climate
Legal Structure
Non-profit, Public or Parapublic institution, Non-financial cooperative
Quebec, Canada
Grant and FundingOpen
MRC de D’Autray — Business Development Program
MRC de D'Autray
Economic development support for businesses in MRC de D’Autray
Eligible Funding
Maximum amount : 10,000 $ · Up to 10% of project cost
Eligible Industries
Manufacturing
Types of eligible projects
Business Buyout
Legal Structure
For-profit business
Quebec, Canada
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MRC de D’Autray — Self-Employment Support Measure (STA)
MRC de D'Autray
Self-employment support for eligible individuals launching businesses
Eligible Funding
Varies by project
Eligible Industries
All industries
Types of eligible projects
Business Buyout
Legal Structure
Sole proprietorship
Quebec, Canada
Partnering and CollaborationGrant and FundingOpen
MRC de Manicouagan — FRR: Components 2-3
MRC de Manicouagan
Support for territorial development and local vitality
Eligible Funding
Maximum amount : 100,000 $ · Up to 80% of project cost
Eligible Industries
Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting, Manufacturing, Transportation and warehousing, Information and cultural industries
Types of eligible projects
Environment and ClimateConstruction and Renovation Human ResourcesInnovation
Legal Structure
Financial cooperative, Non-financial cooperative, For-profit business, Social economy enterprise, Sole proprietorship, Non-profit, Public or Parapublic institution
Baie-Comeau, Pessamit, Quebec
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MRC de Thérèse de Blainville — Créavenir
MRC Thérèse de Blainville
Financial support and guidance for young entrepreneurs launching businesses
Eligible Funding
Maximum amount : 5,000 $
Eligible Industries
All industries
Types of eligible projects
Legal Structure
For-profit business, Social economy enterprise, Sole proprietorship
Quebec, Canada
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MRC de Thérèse de Blainville — Entrepreneurial financial assistance program
MRC Thérèse de Blainville, City of Blainville
Financial support for businesses in Blainville
Eligible Funding
Varies by project
Eligible Industries
Manufacturing, Retail trade, Information and cultural industries, Professional, scientific and technical services
Types of eligible projects
Innovation
Legal Structure
For-profit business, Sole proprietorship
Blainville, Quebec, Canada
Grant and FundingOpen
MRC Deux-Montagnes — Créavenir
MRC Deux-Montagnes
Local financing and support for businesses
Eligible Funding
Maximum amount : 250,000 $
Eligible Industries
All industries
Types of eligible projects
Innovation
Legal Structure
For-profit business
Quebec, Canada
Grant and FundingOpen
MRC du Golfe-du-Saint-Laurent — Rural Development Fund (FDR)
MRC du Golfe du Saint Laurent
Financial support for rural and business development
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
TechnologyBusiness BuyoutDigital Transformation
Legal Structure
Non-profit, Public or Parapublic institution, For-profit business, Social economy enterprise, Non-financial cooperative
Quebec, Canada
Grant and FundingOpen
MRC Joliette — Business Assistance Fund (FAE) – Stream 1
MRC de Joliette (CDÉJ)
Funding for business start-up and succession
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
Legal Structure
For-profit business
Joliette, Quebec, Canada
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MRC Joliette — Business Assistance Fund (FAE) – Stream 2
MRC de Joliette (CDÉJ)
Funding for social economy business projects
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
Legal Structure
Social economy enterprise
Joliette, Quebec, Canada
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MRC L'Érable — Self-employment support (STA)
MRC L'Érable
Financial and technical support for new businesses
Eligible Funding
Varies by project
Eligible Industries
All industries
Types of eligible projects
Business Buyout
Legal Structure
Sole proprietorship, For-profit business
Quebec, Canada
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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
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
Legal Structure
For-profit business, Social economy enterprise, Sole proprietorship
Quebec, Canada
Grant and FundingOpen
MRC La Matapédia — Program for Restoring Underutilized Agricultural Lands 2023-2025
MRC La Matapédia
Funding for restoring idle agricultural land
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
Legal Structure
For-profit business
Quebec, Canada
Other SupportGrant and FundingOpen
MRC La Nouvelle-Beauce — Nouvelle-Beauce entrepreneurial web
MRC de La Nouvelle-Beauce, Développement économique Nouvelle-Beauce (DENB)
Networking and support for young businesses
Eligible Funding
Maximum amount : 3,500 $ · Up to 75% of project cost
Types of eligible projects
Human ResourcesBusiness BuyoutInnovation
Legal Structure
For-profit business
Timeline
Open Date : January 1, 2023
Quebec, Canada
Grant and FundingOpen
MRC La Vallée-de-l’Or — Regions and Rurality Fund – Component 4 – Vitalization
MRC La Vallée-de-l'Or (MRCVO)
Funding for local vitalization projects
Eligible Funding
Maximum amount : 100,000 $ · Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries
Arts, entertainment and recreation, Other services (except public administration), Public administration
Types of eligible projects
Environment and ClimateConstruction and Renovation
Legal Structure
Non-profit, Public or Parapublic institution, Non-financial cooperative, Social economy enterprise, For-profit business
Quebec, Canada
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Loans and Capital investmentsOpen
MRC Témiscamingue — Tourism Attraction Fund
MRC Témiscamingue (MRCT)
Financing for new tourism ventures in Témiscamingue
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
Legal Structure
Sole proprietorship, Non-financial cooperative, Social economy enterprise, For-profit business
Ville-Marie, Quebec, Canada
Grant and FundingOpen
MRC Thérèse de Blainville — Business start-up fund
MRC Thérèse de Blainville
Supports new entrepreneurs to start or acquire a business
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
Legal Structure
Sole proprietorship, Social economy enterprise, For-profit business
Quebec, Canada
Grant and FundingOpen
MTRIC — New Collaboration
Metal Transformation Research and Innovation Consortium (MTRIC)
Collaborative metal R&D support
Eligible Funding
Maximum amount : 10,000 $ · Up to 70% of project cost
Eligible Industries
Mining, quarrying, and oil and gas extraction, Manufacturing
Types of eligible projects
Innovation
Legal Structure
For-profit business
Quebec, Canada
Grant and FundingOpen
Multi-Species Research and Development Fund
Department of Fisheries, Forestry and Agriculture
Non-repayable support for aquaculture R&D
Eligible Funding
Varies by project
Types of eligible projects
TechnologyInnovation
Legal Structure
Non-profit, Sole proprietorship, Public or Parapublic institution, For-profit business
Timeline
Open Date : September 29, 2023
NL, Canada
Other SupportGrant and FundingLoans and Capital investmentsOpen
Municipality of Kincardine - Community Improvement Plan Grants
Municipality of Kincardine
Funding for Kincardine development and improvement projects
Eligible Funding
From $500 to $50,000 · Up to 50% of project cost
Types of eligible projects
Construction and Renovation
Legal Structure
For-profit business
Timeline
Closing date : October 16, 2026
Kincardine, Tiverton, Ontario
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Municipality of Trent Lakes — Community Improvement Plan Funding
Municipality of Trent Lakes
Funding for Buckhorn business improvement projects
Eligible Funding
Maximum amount : 10,000 $ · Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries
Construction, Retail trade, Real estate and rental and leasing, Professional, scientific and technical services
Types of eligible projects
Construction and Renovation
Legal Structure
Public or Parapublic institution
Ontario, Canada
Grant and FundingOpen
Muskoka Starter Company Plus
Town of Bracebridge
Funding and mentorship for growing businesses
Eligible Funding
Maximum amount : 5,000 $
Eligible Industries
All industries
Types of eligible projects
Innovation
Ontario, Canada
Grant and FundingOpen
NADF Financing
Nishnawbe Aski Development Fund (NADF)
Financing for Northern Ontario Indigenous business and economic development
Eligible Funding
Maximum amount : 500,000 $
Eligible Industries
All industries
Types of eligible projects
Legal Structure
For-profit business, Sole proprietorship
Ontario, Canada
Researchers And FacilitiesGrant and FundingOpen
NBIF Innovation Voucher
New Brunswick Innovation Foundation (NBIF)
Funding for R&D at a New Brunswick research institution
Eligible Funding
From $10,000 to $80,000 · Up to 80% of project cost
Types of eligible projects
CommercializationTechnologyInnovation
Legal Structure
For-profit business
Timeline
Open Date : August 9, 2023
NB, Canada
Other SupportPartnering and CollaborationLoans and Capital investmentsOpen
NBIF Startup Investment Fund
New Brunswick Innovation Foundation (NBIF)
Pre-seed investment for New Brunswick startups
Eligible Funding
Maximum amount : 200,000 $
Eligible Industries
Information and cultural industries, Professional, scientific and technical services
Types of eligible projects
CommercializationTechnologyInnovation
Legal Structure
For-profit business
NB, Canada
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New Brunswick Research and Development Tax Credit
Government of New Brunswick, Finance and Treasury Board (NB), Canada Revenue Agency (CRA)
Fully refundable R&D tax credit for New Brunswick corporations
Eligible Funding
Up to 15% of project cost
Eligible Industries
Professional, scientific and technical services
Types of eligible projects
TechnologyInnovation
Legal Structure
For-profit business
NB, Canada
Tax CreditsOpen
New Small Business Tax Deduction
Government of Nova Scotia, Finance and Treasury Board (NB), Finance and Treasury Board (NS)
Tax relief for eligible new Nova Scotia businesses
Eligible Funding
Varies by project
Eligible Industries
All industries
Types of eligible projects
Commercialization
Legal Structure
For-profit business
NS, Canada
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New Ventures BC — Venture Accelerator Program
Government of British Columbia (BC), New Ventures BC (NVBC)
Distance accelerator for early-stage technology in BC
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
Legal Structure
For-profit business, Sole proprietorship
BC, Canada
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Newcomer Entrepreneur Accelerator Program
LatAm Startups
Accelerator for newcomer-led Canadian tech companies
Eligible Funding
Varies by project
Types of eligible projects
CommercializationTechnologyHuman Resources
Legal Structure
For-profit business
Timeline
Open Date : June 18, 2026
Ontario, Canada
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
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
Legal Structure
For-profit business, Financial cooperative, Non-profit, Sole proprietorship, Public or Parapublic institution, Non-financial cooperative
NL, Canada
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Tax CreditsOpen
Newfoundland and Labrador research and development tax credit
Government of Newfoundland and Labrador (CBDC), Canada Revenue Agency (CRA), Newfoundland & Labrador
Provides a refundable tax credit for eligible R&D in Newfoundland and Labrador
Eligible Funding
Up to 15% of project cost
Eligible Industries
Manufacturing, Professional, scientific and technical services
Types of eligible projects
Innovation
Legal Structure
For-profit business
NL, Canada
Tax CreditsOpen
Newfoundland and Labrador Venture Capital Tax Credit
Government of Newfoundland and Labrador (CBDC)
Non-refundable tax credit for venture capital investments
Eligible Funding
Maximum amount : 75,000 $ · Up to 30% of project cost
Eligible Industries
Finance and insurance
Types of eligible projects
Legal Structure
For-profit business
NL, Canada
Grant and FundingOpen
NEXT Program - New Entrepreneurial eXploration Training
Community Futures Peterborough (CFP)
Training and support for displaced workers to start a business
Eligible Funding
Maximum amount : 1,000 $ · Up to 100% of project cost
Eligible Industries
Professional, scientific and technical services
Types of eligible projects
Business Buyout
Peterborough, Ontario, Canada
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NGen — Additive Manufacturing (AM) Demonstration Program
Next Generation Manufacturing Canada (NGen)
Additive manufacturing support for Canadian companies
Eligible Funding
Varies by project
Eligible Industries
Manufacturing
Types of eligible projects
Technology
Legal Structure
For-profit business
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
Eligible Funding
Varies by project
Eligible Industries
Arts, entertainment and recreation, Accommodation and food services
Types of eligible projects
Commercialization
Legal Structure
Non-profit, Public or Parapublic institution, Non-financial cooperative, For-profit business
Quebec, Canada
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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
Eligible Funding
Varies by project
Eligible Industries
Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting, Manufacturing, Wholesale trade, Transportation and warehousing
Types of eligible projects
Legal Structure
Non-profit, Public or Parapublic institution, Non-financial cooperative, Social economy enterprise, For-profit business
Canada
Other SupportOpen
Northern Ontario Angels
Northern Ontario Angels (NOA)
Northern Ontario investor and entrepreneur network
Eligible Funding
Varies by project
Eligible Industries
All industries
Types of eligible projects
Innovation
Legal Structure
For-profit business
Ontario, Canada
Grant and FundingOpen
Nova Grants
The Jewish Community Foundation of Montreal (JCF)
Funding for innovative community programs
Eligible Funding
Maximum amount : 50,000 $
Types of eligible projects
Innovation
Legal Structure
Non-profit, Public or Parapublic institution
Timeline
Open Date : February 3, 2026
Montreal, Quebec, Canada
Tax CreditsOpen
Nova Scotia Corporate Tax Reduction for New Small Businesses
Canada Revenue Agency (CRA), Government of Nova Scotia, Nova Scotia Office of Gaelic Affairs, Finance and Treasury Board (NS)
Corporate tax reduction form for new small businesses
Eligible Funding
Varies by project
Eligible Industries
All industries
Types of eligible projects
Legal Structure
For-profit business
NS, Canada
Tax CreditsOpen
Nova Scotia innovation equity tax credit
Government of Nova Scotia, Canada Revenue Agency (CRA)
Tax credit for innovative Nova Scotia investors
Eligible Funding
Maximum amount : 112,500 $ · Up to 45% of project cost
Eligible Industries
Manufacturing, Professional, scientific and technical services
Types of eligible projects
CommercializationTechnology
Legal Structure
For-profit business
NS, Canada
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Tax CreditsOpen
Nova Scotia venture capital tax credit
Government of Nova Scotia
Tax credit for venture capital investors
Eligible Funding
Maximum amount : 500,000 $ · Up to 15% of project cost
Eligible Industries
Finance and insurance
Types of eligible projects
Legal Structure
For-profit business
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
Eligible Funding
Varies by project
Eligible Industries
Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting, Manufacturing, Professional, scientific and technical services
Types of eligible projects
Legal Structure
Non-profit, Public or Parapublic institution, Social economy enterprise, For-profit business
Canada
Researchers And FacilitiesOpen
NRC — Automotive and Surface Transportation
National Research Council Canada (NRC)
Research partnerships for transportation innovation
Eligible Funding
Varies by project
Eligible Industries
Manufacturing, Transportation and warehousing, Professional, scientific and technical services, Public administration
Types of eligible projects
CommercializationTechnologyEnvironment and ClimateInnovation
Legal Structure
Non-profit, Public or Parapublic institution, For-profit business
Canada
Researchers And FacilitiesExpert AdviceOpen
NRC — Canadian Centre for Housing Technology
National Research Council Canada (NRC)
Housing technology testing and validation support
Eligible Funding
Varies by project
Eligible Industries
Utilities, Manufacturing
Types of eligible projects
CommercializationTechnologyEnvironment and ClimateConstruction and Renovation Innovation
Legal Structure
For-profit business
Ottawa, Ontario, Canada
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NRC — Canadian Photonics Fabrication Centre
National Research Council Canada (NRC)
Photonic device fabrication services
Eligible Funding
Varies by project
Eligible Industries
Manufacturing, Professional, scientific and technical services
Types of eligible projects
CommercializationArtificial Intelligence (AI)Innovation
Legal Structure
For-profit business
Ontario, Quebec, Canada
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NRC — Cell Culture Pilot Plant
National Research Council Canada (NRC)
Bioprocessing support for biologics and vaccines
Eligible Funding
Varies by project
Eligible Industries
Manufacturing, Professional, scientific and technical services, Health care and social assistance
Types of eligible projects
CommercializationTechnologyInnovation
Legal Structure
Public or Parapublic institution
Montreal, Quebec, Canada
Researchers And FacilitiesOpen
NRC — Compression and tension testing facility
National Research Council Canada (NRC)
Rail vehicle structural testing services
Eligible Funding
Varies by project
Eligible Industries
Manufacturing
Types of eligible projects
Technology
Legal Structure
For-profit business
Ottawa, Ontario, 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
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
Legal Structure
Non-profit, Public or Parapublic institution, For-profit business
Canada
Researchers And FacilitiesExpert AdviceOpen
NRC — Hygrothermal performance of buildings testing facilities
National Research Council Canada (NRC)
Energy efficient building testing in Ottawa
Eligible Funding
Varies by project
Eligible Industries
Construction, Manufacturing
Types of eligible projects
Environment and ClimateConstruction and Renovation
Legal Structure
For-profit business
Ottawa, Ontario, Canada
Researchers And FacilitiesPartnering and CollaborationExpert AdviceOpen
NRC — Nanotechnology Research Centre
National Research Council Canada (NRC)
Collaborative quantum and nanotechnology research support
Eligible Funding
Varies by project
Eligible Industries
Manufacturing, Professional, scientific and technical services, Health care and social assistance
Types of eligible projects
CommercializationTechnologyInnovation
Legal Structure
Non-profit, Public or Parapublic institution, For-profit business
Ottawa, Ontario, Canada
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NRC — Plant growth research facilities
National Research Council Canada (NRC)
Plant growth facilities in Saskatoon
Eligible Funding
Varies by project
Eligible Industries
Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting, Manufacturing, Professional, scientific and technical services
Types of eligible projects
TechnologyEnvironment and ClimateInnovation
Legal Structure
Non-profit, Public or Parapublic institution, For-profit business
Saskatchewan, Canada
Researchers And FacilitiesOpen
NRC — Preclinical in vivo facility
National Research Council Canada (NRC)
Preclinical in vivo facility for biologics and vaccines in Ottawa
Eligible Funding
Varies by project
Eligible Industries
Professional, scientific and technical services, Health care and social assistance
Types of eligible projects
TechnologyInnovation
Legal Structure
For-profit business
Canada
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NRC — Printable Electronics - Ottawa research facility
National Research Council Canada (NRC)
Applied research for printable electronics solutions
Eligible Funding
Varies by project
Eligible Industries
Manufacturing, Professional, scientific and technical services
Types of eligible projects
CommercializationTechnologyInnovation
Legal Structure
For-profit business
Ottawa, Ontario, Canada
Grant and FundingOpen
NRCAN — National Energy Systems Modelling
Natural Resources Canada (NRCan)
Supporting national energy systems modelling for emission reductions
Eligible Funding
From $300,000 to $1,000,000 · Up to 100% of project cost
Types of eligible projects
TechnologyEnvironment and ClimateConstruction and Renovation Innovation
Legal Structure
Non-profit, Public or Parapublic institution, For-profit business
Timeline
Open Date : March 20, 2025
Canada
Expert AdviceOpen
NUMERIA program
Computer Research Institute of Montreal (CRIM)
Training in Artificial Intelligence (AI) for Quebec SMEs
Eligible Funding
Varies by project
Types of eligible projects
Artificial Intelligence (AI)TechnologyInnovation
Legal Structure
For-profit business
Timeline
Open Date : July 31, 2023
Quebec, Canada
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Nunavut Filmmakers Funding — Nunavut Spend Incentive Program
Nunavut Film Development Corporation (NFDC)
Rebate for film, TV and digital media production
Eligible Funding
Maximum amount : 75,000 $ · Up to 27% of project cost
Eligible Industries
Information and cultural industries
Types of eligible projects
Legal Structure
For-profit business
Iqaluit, Nunavut, Canada
Grant and FundingOpen
NWT Arts Business Support Fund
Government of the Northwest Territories (GNWT)
Funding for arts business growth in the NWT
Eligible Funding
Maximum amount : 10,000 $ · Up to 20% of project cost
Eligible Industries
Arts, entertainment and recreation
Types of eligible projects
CommercializationInnovation
Legal Structure
Sole proprietorship
NT, Canada
Grant and FundingOpen
OAC — Artists in Communities and Schools Projects
Ontario Arts Council (OAC)
Support for community-engaged arts projects in Ontario
Eligible Funding
Maximum amount : 20,000 $
Eligible Industries
Arts, entertainment and recreation
Types of eligible projects
InnovationDigital Transformation
Legal Structure
Non-profit
Toronto, Ontario, Canada
Grant and FundingOpen
OAC — Diffusion – French-language projects
Ontario Arts Council (OAC)
Supporting French-language arts presenters in Ontario
Eligible Funding
Maximum amount : 12,000 $
Eligible Industries
Arts, entertainment and recreation
Types of eligible projects
Commercialization
Legal Structure
Non-profit
Ontario, Canada
Grant and FundingOpen
OBIO — Early Adopter Health Network (EAHN)
Ontario Bioscience Innovation Organization (OBIO)
Real-world evaluation for Canadian health technologies
Eligible Funding
Maximum amount : 250,000 $
Types of eligible projects
CommercializationTechnologyInnovation
Legal Structure
Non-profit, Public or Parapublic institution, For-profit business
Timeline
Open Date : August 1, 2022
Ontario, Canada
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Government of Québec
Funding for eligible new electric vehicles
Eligible Funding
Maximum amount : 2,000 $
Eligible Industries
Public administration
Types of eligible projects
Environment and Climate
Quebec, Canada
Grant and FundingOpen
OCI — Critical Industrial Technologies initiative (CIR)
Ontario Centre of Innovation (OCI)
Critical technology internships for Ontario SMEs
Eligible Funding
From $10,000 to $1,000,000 · Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries
Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting, Mining, quarrying, and oil and gas extraction, Construction, Manufacturing
Types of eligible projects
Commercialization
Legal Structure
For-profit business
Ontario, Canada
Loans and Capital investmentsOpen
OCI — Ready 4 Market (R4M)
Ontario Centre of Innovation (OCI)
Co-investment for Ontario technology start-ups
Eligible Funding
Maximum amount : 250,000 $
Eligible Industries
Manufacturing, Information and cultural industries, Professional, scientific and technical services
Types of eligible projects
Commercialization
Legal Structure
For-profit business
Ontario, Canada
Loans and Capital investmentsOpen
OCLF — Small Business Loans
Ottawa Community Loan Fund (OCLF)
Offers loans for small business startup or expansion
Eligible Funding
Maximum amount : 15,000 $
Eligible Industries
All industries
Types of eligible projects
CommercializationBusiness Buyout
Legal Structure
Non-profit, Sole proprietorship, Public or Parapublic institution, Non-financial cooperative, For-profit business
Ottawa, Ontario, Canada
Grant and FundingOpen
OMIF — Live Music
Government of Ontario, Ontario Creates
Supports live music events in Ontario
Eligible Funding
From $10,000 to $125,000 · Up to 50% of project cost
Types of eligible projects
Human Resources
Legal Structure
For-profit business
Timeline
Closing date : October 22, 2026
Ontario, Canada
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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
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
Legal Structure
For-profit business
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
Eligible Funding
Varies by project
Eligible Industries
Finance and insurance
Types of eligible projects
Legal Structure
Financial cooperative
Ontario, Canada
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Ontario Export Services
Government of Ontario
Export support for Ontario companies
Eligible Funding
Varies by project
Eligible Industries
All industries
Types of eligible projects
CommercializationArtificial Intelligence (AI)TechnologyEnvironment and ClimateInnovationDigital Transformation
Legal Structure
For-profit business
Ontario, Canada
Grant and FundingOpen
Ontario Forest Biomass Program
Government of Ontario
Funding for Ontario forest biomass projects
Eligible Funding
Maximum amount : 10,000,000 $ · Up to 80% of project cost
Types of eligible projects
CommercializationTechnologyEnvironment and ClimateConstruction and Renovation Innovation
Timeline
Closing date : October 15, 2026
Ontario, Canada
Partnering and CollaborationOpen
Ontario Made
Canadian Manufacturers & Exporters (CME)
Branding and networking for Ontario-made products
Eligible Funding
Varies by project
Eligible Industries
Manufacturing, Retail trade
Types of eligible projects
Legal Structure
For-profit business, Non-profit
Ontario, Canada
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Grant and FundingOpen
Ontario Music Investment Fund
Ontario Creates
Supports Ontario music business growth
Eligible Funding
From $10,000 to $50,000 · Up to 50% of project cost
Types of eligible projects
CommercializationInnovation
Legal Structure
Non-profit
Timeline
Closing date : October 29, 2026
Ontario, Canada
Tax CreditsOpen
Ontario small business deduction (SBD)
Ontario Ministry of Finance, Government of Ontario, Canada Revenue Agency (CRA)
Reduces Ontario corporate tax for eligible CCPCs
Eligible Funding
Varies by project
Eligible Industries
All industries
Types of eligible projects
Legal Structure
For-profit business
Ontario, Canada
Grant and FundingLoans and Capital investmentsOpen
Ontario Together Trade Fund (OTTF)
Government of Ontario
Supports trade resilience and market diversification in Ontario
Eligible Funding
Maximum amount : 5,000,000 $ · Up to 75% of project cost
Types of eligible projects
CommercializationTechnologyConstruction and Renovation Human ResourcesInnovation
Legal Structure
For-profit business
Timeline
Open Date : April 23, 2025
Ontario, Canada
Expert AdviceOpen
Opportunities New Brunswick — Mentorship
Government of New Brunswick, Opportunities New Brunswick (ONB)
Mentorship and connections in New Brunswick
Eligible Funding
Varies by project
Types of eligible projects
Commercialization
Legal Structure
For-profit business
Timeline
Open Date : July 9, 2024
NB, Canada
Grant and FundingOpen
Outaouais Tourism — PDTO 2025-2027 – Attractions, activities and facilities
Outaouais Tourism
Funding for tourism development projects in Outaouais
Eligible Funding
From $25,000 to $90,000 · Up to 25% of project cost
Eligible Industries
Arts, entertainment and recreation, Accommodation and food services
Types of eligible projects
CommercializationEnvironment and ClimateConstruction and Renovation InnovationDigital Transformation
Quebec, Canada
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Leverage historical data to predict your likelihood of success. See how you compare against industry benchmarks and optimize your capital structure.
Partnering and CollaborationGrant and FundingOpen
OVIN — TalentEdge Fellowship
Ontario Vehicle Innovation Network (OVIN)
Funding for automotive and smart mobility fellowships
Eligible Funding
From $35,000 to $70,000 · Up to 70% of project cost
Types of eligible projects
CommercializationArtificial Intelligence (AI)TechnologyInnovation
Legal Structure
For-profit business
Timeline
Open Date : May 6, 2022
Ontario, Canada
Grant and FundingWage Subsidies And InternsOpen
OVIN — TalentEdge Internship
Ontario Vehicle Innovation Network (OVIN)
Supports Ontario automotive and mobility internships
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)TechnologyInnovation
Legal Structure
For-profit business, Public or Parapublic institution
Ontario, Canada
Grant and FundingLoans and Capital investmentsOpen
PacifiCan — Lytton Business Restart Program
Pacific Economic Development Canada (PacifiCan)
Supports business recovery in Lytton, BC
Eligible Funding
Maximum amount : 1,000,000 $
Types of eligible projects
Construction and Renovation
Legal Structure
Non-profit, Sole proprietorship, Public or Parapublic institution, Non-financial cooperative, For-profit business
Timeline
Closing date : December 31, 2026
Lytton, BC, Canada
Grant and FundingOpen
Parkdale Centre for Innovation — Women Founders Stream
Parkdale Centre for Innovation
Online capacity building for women and non-binary founders
Eligible Funding
Varies by project
Eligible Industries
All industries
Types of eligible projects
Innovation
Legal Structure
For-profit business
Canada
Grant and FundingOpen
PartÉS — Programme d’appui pour ressources techniques en économie sociale
Fonds RISQ (RISQ)
Technical support funding for social economy businesses
Eligible Funding
From $2,000 to $15,000 · Up to 50% of project cost
Types of eligible projects
CommercializationConstruction and Renovation
Timeline
Closing date : December 31, 2027
Canada
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Tax CreditsOpen
Payroll tax credit – CFI
Revenu Québec
Payroll tax incentive for international financial sector employers in Montreal
Eligible Funding
Varies by project
Eligible Industries
Finance and insurance
Types of eligible projects
Human Resources
Legal Structure
For-profit business
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
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
Legal Structure
Sole proprietorship, For-profit business
PE, Canada
Grant and FundingWage 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
Eligible Funding
Maximum amount : 35,000 $ · Up to 90% of project cost
Eligible Industries
All industries
Types of eligible projects
Human Resources
Legal Structure
Non-profit, Public or Parapublic institution, For-profit business
Ontario, Canada
Grant and FundingOpen
Pitch Kitchener
City of Kitchener
Innovative city service solutions for startups
Eligible Funding
Varies by project
Eligible Industries
Public administration
Types of eligible projects
Artificial Intelligence (AI)Innovation
Legal Structure
For-profit business
Kitchener, Ontario, Canada
Grant and FundingOpen
Plant Your Roots Program — New Entrant
Government of Nova Scotia, Finance and Treasury Board (NS)
Interest rebate for new farm ownership
Eligible Funding
Maximum amount : 100,000 $
Types of eligible projects
Business Buyout
Legal Structure
Sole proprietorship, For-profit business
Timeline
Open Date : April 1, 2026 · Closing date : February 15, 2027
NS, Canada
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PME MTL — Solidarity Fund
PME MTL
Loans for Quebec social economy enterprises and co-operatives
Eligible Funding
Maximum amount : 300,000 $ · Up to 80% of project cost
Eligible Industries
All industries
Types of eligible projects
Legal Structure
Non-financial cooperative, For-profit business, Social economy enterprise
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
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
Legal Structure
For-profit business
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
Eligible Funding
Varies by project
Eligible Industries
All industries
Types of eligible projects
Legal Structure
For-profit business, Sole proprietorship
Alberta, Manitoba, Saskatchewan, Canada
Grant and FundingOpen
Première Ovation - Multi Arts
Quebec City, Première Ovation
Support for emerging multidisciplinary artists
Eligible Funding
Maximum amount : 15,000 $ · Up to 80% of project cost
Eligible Industries
Arts, entertainment and recreation
Types of eligible projects
Legal Structure
For-profit business, Sole proprietorship, Non-profit
Quebec City, Wendake, Quebec
Loans and Capital investmentsOpen
Prêt de prédémarrage
Fonds RISQ (RISQ)
Pre-startup financing for social economy businesses
Eligible Funding
Maximum amount : 100,000 $
Eligible Industries
Other services (except public administration), Public administration
Types of eligible projects
CommercializationHuman Resources
Legal Structure
Non-profit, Non-financial cooperative
Quebec, Canada
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Grant and FundingOpen
PRIMA — INNOV-R SME
Advanced Materials Research and Innovation Hub (PRIMA)
Supporting collaborative industrial research to cut GHGs
Eligible Funding
Maximum amount : 450,000 $ · Up to 50% of project cost
Types of eligible projects
CommercializationEnvironment and ClimateInnovation
Legal Structure
For-profit business
Timeline
Closing date : November 2, 2026
Quebec, Canada
Grant and FundingOpen
PRIMA — PARTENAR-IA — Academic
Advanced Materials Research and Innovation Hub (PRIMA)
Funding for Quebec R&D collaborations in AI for advanced materials
Eligible Funding
Maximum amount : 500,000 $ · Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries
Manufacturing
Types of eligible projects
Artificial Intelligence (AI)
Legal Structure
Non-profit, Public or Parapublic institution, Non-financial cooperative, For-profit business
Montreal, Quebec, Canada
Expert AdviceOpen
Prince Edward Island Rural Action Centres — Business Guidance
Rural Action Centre
Business guidance for PEI companies
Eligible Funding
Varies by project
Eligible Industries
All industries
Types of eligible projects
Human ResourcesInnovationDigital Transformation
Legal Structure
Sole proprietorship, For-profit business
PE, Canada
Grant and FundingOpen
Product and Market Development Program — Agri-Businesses
Government of Prince Edward Island (PEI), Sustainable Canadian Agricultural Partnership (SCAP)
Support for agri-food product and market growth
Eligible Funding
Varies by project
Eligible Industries
Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
Types of eligible projects
CommercializationTechnologyEnvironment and ClimateInnovation
Legal Structure
For-profit business, Non-profit, Public or Parapublic institution
PE, Canada
Researchers And FacilitiesPartnering and CollaborationGrant and FundingOpen
PSO – Organic food
Consortium de recherche et innovations en bioéconomie industrielle au Québec (CRIBIQ)
Supports collaborative biofood research and innovation projects in Quebec
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
Legal Structure
For-profit business
Quebec, Canada
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Quantum Leap
Quebec Consortium for Drug Discovery (CQDM), Regroupements sectoriels de recherche industrielle du Québec (RSRI)
Connects Canadian innovators with pharma partners
Eligible Funding
From $500,000 to $1,500,000 · Up to 33% of project cost
Eligible Industries
Health care and social assistance
Types of eligible projects
CommercializationTechnology
Legal Structure
Non-profit, Public or Parapublic institution, For-profit business
Canada
Loans and Capital investmentsOpen
Quebec City — Business Loans — Start-Up
Quebec City
Funding to launch a business in Québec
Eligible Funding
Maximum amount : 300,000 $
Eligible Industries
Manufacturing
Types of eligible projects
Legal Structure
For-profit business, Non-profit, Non-financial cooperative
Quebec City, Quebec, Canada
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
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
Legal Structure
Non-profit, Public or Parapublic institution, For-profit business
Quebec, Canada
Researchers And FacilitiesExpert AdviceOpen
Quebec Industrial Research Centre — CRIQ
Investissement Québec (IQ)
Support for companies designing innovative industrial projects
Eligible Funding
Varies by project
Types of eligible projects
TechnologyEnvironment and Climate
Legal Structure
For-profit business
Timeline
Open Date : August 11, 2023
Quebec, Canada
Expert AdviceOpen
Quebec International — Business services — Get support and advice
Québec International
Business support services in Québec City
Eligible Funding
Varies by project
Eligible Industries
All industries
Types of eligible projects
Human ResourcesInnovation
Legal Structure
For-profit business
Quebec City, Quebec, Canada

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MRC Caniapiscau — Structuring projects

MRC de D’Autray — Business Development Program

MRC de D’Autray — Self-Employment Support Measure (STA)

MRC de Manicouagan — FRR: Components 2-3

MRC de Thérèse de Blainville — Créavenir

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MRC de Thérèse de Blainville — Entrepreneurial financial assistance program

MRC Deux-Montagnes — Créavenir

MRC du Golfe-du-Saint-Laurent — Rural Development Fund (FDR)

MRC Joliette — Business Assistance Fund (FAE) – Stream 1

MRC Joliette — Business Assistance Fund (FAE) – Stream 2

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MRC L'Érable — Self-employment support (STA)

MRC La Côte-de-Beaupré — Young Promoters Fund (FJP)

MRC La Matapédia — Program for Restoring Underutilized Agricultural Lands 2023-2025

MRC La Nouvelle-Beauce — Nouvelle-Beauce entrepreneurial web

MRC La Vallée-de-l’Or — Regions and Rurality Fund – Component 4 – Vitalization

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MRC Témiscamingue — Tourism Attraction Fund

MRC Thérèse de Blainville — Business start-up fund

MTRIC — New Collaboration

Multi-Species Research and Development Fund

Municipality of Kincardine - Community Improvement Plan Grants

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Municipality of Trent Lakes — Community Improvement Plan Funding

Muskoka Starter Company Plus

NADF Financing

NBIF Innovation Voucher

NBIF Startup Investment Fund

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New Brunswick Research and Development Tax Credit

New Small Business Tax Deduction

New Ventures BC — Venture Accelerator Program

Newcomer Entrepreneur Accelerator Program

Newfoundland and Labrador — Business Growth Program

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Newfoundland and Labrador research and development tax credit

Newfoundland and Labrador Venture Capital Tax Credit

NEXT Program - New Entrepreneurial eXploration Training

NGen — Additive Manufacturing (AM) Demonstration Program

Nordic Incubator-Accelerator — Stream 1 — Support Pathway

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Northern Isolated Community Initiatives (NICI) Fund

Northern Ontario Angels

Nova Grants

Nova Scotia Corporate Tax Reduction for New Small Businesses

Nova Scotia innovation equity tax credit

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Nova Scotia venture capital tax credit

NRC — Aquatic and Crop Resource Development Research Centre

NRC — Automotive and Surface Transportation

NRC — Canadian Centre for Housing Technology

NRC — Canadian Photonics Fabrication Centre

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NRC — Cell Culture Pilot Plant

NRC — Compression and tension testing facility

NRC — Energy, Mining and Environment Research Centre

NRC — Hygrothermal performance of buildings testing facilities

NRC — Nanotechnology Research Centre

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NRC — Plant growth research facilities

NRC — Preclinical in vivo facility

NRC — Printable Electronics - Ottawa research facility

NRCAN — National Energy Systems Modelling

NUMERIA program

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Nunavut Filmmakers Funding — Nunavut Spend Incentive Program

NWT Arts Business Support Fund

OAC — Artists in Communities and Schools Projects

OAC — Diffusion – French-language projects

OBIO — Early Adopter Health Network (EAHN)

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OCI — Critical Industrial Technologies initiative (CIR)

OCI — Ready 4 Market (R4M)

OCLF — Small Business Loans

OMIF — Live Music

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Ontario Business Research Institute Tax Credit (OBRITC)