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.

1245 programs

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
Researchers And FacilitiesExpert AdviceOpen
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
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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
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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
Researchers And FacilitiesOpen
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
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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
Other SupportResearchers And FacilitiesPartnering and CollaborationOpen
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
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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
Grant and FundingOpen
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
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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
Grant and FundingOpen
Obtain the rebate through your dealer
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
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
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
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
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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
Expert AdviceOpen
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
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
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
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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
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
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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
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
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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
Loans and Capital investmentsOpen
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
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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
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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Quebec International — Selling and Exporting — Set your sights on the world
Québec International
Export support for international market expansion
Eligible Funding
Varies by project
Types of eligible projects
Commercialization
Legal Structure
For-profit business
Timeline
Open Date : June 18, 2026
Quebec, Canada
Grant and FundingExpert AdviceOpen
Quebec International — Set up or expand a business
Québec International
Business setup and expansion support in Québec City
Eligible Funding
Varies by project
Eligible Industries
Manufacturing, Information and cultural industries, Finance and insurance, Health care and social assistance
Types of eligible projects
TechnologyBusiness BuyoutInnovationDigital Transformation
Legal Structure
For-profit business
Quebec City, Quebec, Canada
Other SupportExpert AdviceOpen
Quebec International — Starting a business and making it grow
Québec International
Business support for startups and growing companies
Eligible Funding
Varies by project
Eligible Industries
Manufacturing, Information and cultural industries, Finance and insurance, Health care and social assistance
Types of eligible projects
CommercializationTechnologyInnovation
Legal Structure
For-profit business
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
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
Legal Structure
Non-profit, Public or Parapublic institution
Quebec, Canada
Grant and FundingLoans and Capital investmentsOpen
Regional Economic Growth through Innovation — Regional Innovation Ecosystems — ACOA
Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency (ACOA)
Support for business growth and innovation
Eligible Funding
Varies by project
Eligible Industries
All industries
Types of eligible projects
CommercializationTechnologyInnovation
Legal Structure
For-profit business, Sole proprietorship, Social economy enterprise, Non-financial cooperative, Non-profit, Public or Parapublic institution
NB, NL, NS, PE, Canada
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Regional Initiatives Fund (FAIR)
Ministère de l'économie, de l'innovation et de l'énergie du Québec (MEIE)
Supports economic development and innovation in Gaspésie–Îles-de-la-Madeleine region
Eligible Funding
Maximum amount : 150,000 $ · Up to 90% of project cost
Eligible Industries
Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting, Utilities, Construction, Manufacturing
Types of eligible projects
CommercializationTechnologyEnvironment and ClimateHuman ResourcesInnovation
Legal Structure
Non-profit, Public or Parapublic institution, Non-financial cooperative, Social economy enterprise, For-profit business
Quebec, Canada
Grant and FundingLoans and Capital investmentsOpen
Regional Quantum Initiative (RQI) in the Prairie Provinces
Government of Canada, Prairies Economic Development Canada (PrairiesCan)
Funding for quantum commercialization in Alberta
Eligible Funding
Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries
Professional, scientific and technical services
Types of eligible projects
CommercializationInnovation
Alberta, Canada
Loans and Capital investmentsOpen
Renfrew County Community Futures Development Corporation — Business Financing
Renfrew County Community Futures Development Corporation (RCCFDC)
Business financing for local companies
Eligible Funding
Maximum amount : 300,000 $
Eligible Industries
Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting, Manufacturing, Real estate and rental and leasing, Arts, entertainment and recreation
Types of eligible projects
CommercializationConstruction and Renovation Business BuyoutInnovation
Legal Structure
For-profit business
Pembroke, Ontario, Canada
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
Eligible Funding
Maximum amount : 60,000 $ · Up to 75% of project cost
Eligible Industries
Manufacturing, Information and cultural industries
Types of eligible projects
Legal Structure
For-profit business
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
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
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Réseau des SADC et CAE — Business Start-Up and Expansion
Réseau des SADC et CAE (SADC)
Personalized support for Quebec businesses
Eligible Funding
Varies by project
Eligible Industries
All industries
Types of eligible projects
CommercializationBusiness Buyout
Legal Structure
For-profit business, Sole proprietorship
Quebec, Canada
Expert AdviceOpen
Revenu Québec — Assistance program for SMEs
Revenu Québec
Tax support for small businesses
Eligible Funding
Varies by project
Eligible Industries
All industries
Types of eligible projects
Legal Structure
For-profit business, Sole proprietorship
Quebec, Canada
Grant and FundingOpen
Revitalising and developing business establishments in the city centre
City of Trois-Rivières
Financial support for downtown business development
Eligible Funding
Maximum amount : 30,000 $ · Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries
Retail trade, Finance and insurance, Real estate and rental and leasing, Professional, scientific and technical services
Types of eligible projects
Construction and Renovation
Legal Structure
For-profit business, Sole proprietorship
Trois-Rivieres, Quebec, Canada
Loans and Capital investmentsOpen
Rise — Small Business Lending
Rise
Low-interest loans and mentorship for small businesses
Eligible Funding
From $500 to $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
Legal Structure
For-profit business, Sole proprietorship
Ontario, Canada
Grant and FundingExpert AdviceOpen
Rouyn-Noranda — FQM Business Succession Program
City of Rouyn-Noranda
Support for business succession professional services
Eligible Funding
Maximum amount : 5,000 $ · Up to 50% of project cost
Types of eligible projects
Business Buyout
Legal Structure
Public or Parapublic institution
Timeline
Open Date : October 6, 2025
Rouyn-Noranda, Quebec, Canada
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Rouyn-Noranda — Structuring Projects Fund (FPS)
CLD Rouyn-Noranda (CLDRN)
Support for business start-up and succession
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
CommercializationBusiness Buyout
Legal Structure
For-profit business
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
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
Legal Structure
For-profit business
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
Eligible Funding
Maximum amount : 300,000 $
Eligible Industries
All industries
Types of eligible projects
CommercializationEnvironment and ClimateConstruction and Renovation Business BuyoutDigital Transformation
Legal Structure
For-profit business
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
Eligible Funding
Maximum amount : 25,000 $
Eligible Industries
All industries
Types of eligible projects
InnovationDigital Transformation
Legal Structure
For-profit business, Sole proprietorship
Quebec, Canada
Loans and Capital investmentsOpen
SADC Maria-Chapdelaine — Digital Strategy Loan
SADC Maria-Chapdelaine (SADC)
Digital Strategy Loan supports business digital transition efforts
Eligible Funding
From $10,000 to $50,000
Eligible Industries
All industries
Types of eligible projects
Digital Transformation
Legal Structure
Sole proprietorship, Non-financial cooperative, Social economy enterprise, For-profit business
Quebec, Canada
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Loans and Capital investmentsOpen
SADC Shawinigan — Digital Strategy Fund
SADC Shawinigan (SADC)
Financing for digital transition projects
Eligible Funding
From $10,000 to $50,000
Eligible Industries
Information and cultural industries
Types of eligible projects
Digital Transformation
Legal Structure
For-profit business
Shawinigan, Quebec, Canada
Loans and Capital investmentsOpen
SADC Shawinigan — Green Strategy Fund
SADC Shawinigan (SADC)
Loan support for sustainable business projects
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
Legal Structure
For-profit business
Shawinigan, Quebec, Canada
Expert AdviceOpen
SADC-CAE — Virage Vert Program
Réseau des SADC et CAE (SADC)
Support for greener business development in Quebec
Eligible Funding
Varies by project
Types of eligible projects
Environment and Climate
Legal Structure
For-profit business, Social economy enterprise
Timeline
Open Date : May 12, 2023
Quebec, Canada
Grant and FundingOpen
SAJE (Strengthening Abilities and Journeys of Empowerment)
Ministry of Children and Family Development (MCFD)
Support for youth transitioning from care
Eligible Funding
Maximum amount : 11,000 $
Eligible Industries
All industries
Types of eligible projects
BC, Canada
Tax CreditsOpen
Saskatchewan Critical Minerals Innovation Incentive (SCMII)
Government of Saskatchewan
Transferable credits for critical minerals innovation
Eligible Funding
From $1,000,000 to $5,000,000 · Up to 25% of project cost
Types of eligible projects
CommercializationInnovation
Legal Structure
For-profit business
Timeline
Open Date : August 1, 2024 · Closing date : March 31, 2029
Saskatchewan, Canada
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Tax CreditsOpen
Saskatchewan Petroleum Innovation Incentive (SPII)
Government of Saskatchewan
Supports oil and gas innovation projects
Eligible Funding
Maximum amount : 5,000,000 $ · Up to 25% of project cost
Types of eligible projects
CommercializationTechnologyEnvironment and ClimateInnovation
Legal Structure
For-profit business
Timeline
Open Date : July 8, 2019 · Closing date : March 31, 2029
Saskatchewan, Canada
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
Eligible Funding
Maximum amount : 20,000 $ · Up to 50% of project cost
Types of eligible projects
CommercializationInnovation
Legal Structure
For-profit business
Timeline
Open Date : July 9, 2024
Saskatchewan, Canada
Tax CreditsOpen
Saskatchewan Research and Development Tax Credit
Government of Saskatchewan, Canada Revenue Agency (CRA)
R&D tax credit for Saskatchewan corporations
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
Legal Structure
For-profit business
Saskatchewan, Canada
Tax CreditsOpen
Saskatchewan Small and Medium Enterprise Investment Tax Credit
Ministry of Finance (SK)
Tax credit for Saskatchewan manufacturing investment
Eligible Funding
From $25,000 to $225,000 · Up to 45% of project cost
Types of eligible projects
CommercializationInnovation
Timeline
Closing date : June 30, 2029
Saskatchewan, Canada
Tax CreditsOpen
Saskatchewan Technology Startup Incentive (STSI)
Government of Saskatchewan, Innovation Saskatchewan (IS)
Money to invest in tech startups in Sask.
Eligible Funding
Maximum amount : 2,000,000 $ · Up to 45% of project cost
Eligible Industries
Information and cultural industries, Professional, scientific and technical services
Types of eligible projects
CommercializationArtificial Intelligence (AI)TechnologyEnvironment and ClimateDigital Transformation
Legal Structure
For-profit business
Saskatchewan, Canada
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Grant and FundingOpen
Science & Technology Internship Program – Green Jobs
Natural Resources Canada (NRCan)
Funding for youth green jobs in natural resources
Eligible Funding
Varies by project
Eligible Industries
Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting, Mining, quarrying, and oil and gas extraction, Utilities
Types of eligible projects
Environment and ClimateHuman Resources
Legal Structure
Non-profit, Public or Parapublic institution, For-profit business
Canada
Loans and Capital investmentsOpen
Scotiabank — Credit Line for business
Scotiabank
Flexible revolving credit to manage business cash flow needs
Eligible Funding
Varies by project
Eligible Industries
Finance and insurance
Types of eligible projects
Legal Structure
For-profit business
Canada
Loans and Capital investmentsOpen
Scotiabank — Term Loan for business
Scotiabank
Financing for fixed asset purchases with competitive interest rates
Eligible Funding
Maximum amount : 1,000,000 $
Eligible Industries
Finance and insurance
Types of eligible projects
Construction and Renovation Business Buyout
Legal Structure
For-profit business, Sole proprietorship, Non-profit
Canada
Expert AdviceOpen
Scotians Global Advisors Program
Government of Nova Scotia, Invest Nova Scotia
Advice for Nova Scotia exporters
Eligible Funding
Varies by project
Eligible Industries
All industries
Types of eligible projects
Commercialization
Legal Structure
For-profit business
NS, Canada
Grant and FundingOpen
Seafood Expansion and Market Access Program (SeaMArk)
Perennia Food and Agriculture Corporation
Supports Nova Scotia seafood businesses in expanding market access
Eligible Funding
Maximum amount : 99,900 $ · Up to 80% of project cost
Eligible Industries
Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting, Manufacturing
Types of eligible projects
CommercializationTechnologyHuman ResourcesInnovationDigital Transformation
Legal Structure
For-profit business, Financial cooperative, Sole proprietorship, Non-financial cooperative
NS, Canada
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Self Employment Training
microbusiness
Free online self-employment training for Albertans
Eligible Funding
Varies by project
Eligible Industries
Construction, Retail trade, Information and cultural industries, Finance and insurance
Types of eligible projects
Human Resources
Legal Structure
For-profit business, Sole proprietorship
Alberta, Canada
Expert AdviceOpen
Self-Employ PEI
Government of Prince Edward Island (PEI), Skills PEI
Supports unemployed individuals to start their own businesses
Eligible Funding
Maximum amount : 1,000 $
Eligible Industries
Construction, Manufacturing, Retail trade, Information and cultural industries
Types of eligible projects
Human ResourcesBusiness Buyout
Legal Structure
For-profit business, Sole proprietorship
PE, Canada
Other SupportGrant and FundingExpert AdviceOpen
Self-Employment Benefit — Workforce Expansion
Government of New Brunswick, Department of Post-Secondary Education, Training and Labour (NB)
Financing for New Brunswick business start-ups
Eligible Funding
Varies by project
Types of eligible projects
Human Resources
Legal Structure
Sole proprietorship
Timeline
Open Date : July 9, 2024
NB, Canada
Grant and FundingExpert AdviceOpen
Self-Employment Program
Government of the Northwest Territories (GNWT), Department of Education (YK), Culture and Employment (YK), Government of Alberta
Money and training for self-employment in NWT
Eligible Funding
Maximum amount : 26,000 $
Eligible Industries
All industries
Types of eligible projects
Business Buyout
Legal Structure
Sole proprietorship
NT, Canada
Expert AdviceLoans and Capital investmentsOpen
Services aux entrepreneurs - Montérégie
La Ruche, Evol, Fonds d'Emprunt Montérégie
Microloans and support for Montérégie entrepreneurs
Eligible Funding
Maximum amount : 20,000 $
Eligible Industries
All industries
Types of eligible projects
Commercialization
Quebec, Canada
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Researchers And FacilitiesOpen
SFU 4D LABS
Simon Fraser University 4D LABS
Open-access materials research facility
Eligible Funding
Varies by project
Eligible Industries
Educational services
Types of eligible projects
Commercialization
Legal Structure
Public or Parapublic institution, For-profit business
BC, Canada
Partnering and CollaborationGrant and FundingOpen
SheBoot Founder Readiness Webinar Series
SheBoot
Webinars to prepare start-up founders for SheBoot
Eligible Funding
Varies by project
Eligible Industries
Information and cultural industries, Professional, scientific and technical services
Types of eligible projects
CommercializationInnovation
Legal Structure
For-profit business
Canada
Grant and FundingOpen
Shine Foundation — Shine Dreams Program
Shine Foundation
Customized support for youth with severe disabilities
Eligible Funding
Varies by project
Eligible Industries
Health care and social assistance
Types of eligible projects
CommercializationTechnologyInnovation
Legal Structure
Non-profit
Canada
Grant and FundingOpen
SIF — Business Innovation and Growth projects
Innovation Canada, Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada (ISED)
Funding for business innovation and growth projects
Eligible Funding
Varies by project
Eligible Industries
Manufacturing, Professional, scientific and technical services
Types of eligible projects
Innovation
Legal Structure
Non-financial cooperative, For-profit business
Canada
Grant and FundingExpert AdviceOpen
SK Startup Institute — Business Advising
Government of Saskatchewan, SK Startup Institute
Advice and expertise for entrepreneurs in Saskatchewan
Eligible Funding
Varies by project
Eligible Industries
All industries
Types of eligible projects
Legal Structure
Non-profit, Sole proprietorship, Public or Parapublic institution, For-profit business
Saskatchewan, Canada
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Loans and Capital investmentsOpen
Small Business Assistance
Government of Prince Edward Island (PEI), Finance PEI
Loan for Prince Edward Island (PEI) businesses to acquire, expand, manage debt or build retail malls
Eligible Funding
Up to 80% of project cost
Eligible Industries
All industries
Types of eligible projects
Construction and Renovation Business Buyout
Legal Structure
Sole proprietorship, For-profit business
PE, Canada
Tax CreditsOpen
Small Business Investor Tax Credit Program
Government of New Brunswick, Finance and Treasury Board (NB), Aquaculture and Fisheries (NB)
Tax credit for eligible New Brunswick investors
Eligible Funding
Maximum amount : 125,000 $ · Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries
All industries
Types of eligible projects
CommercializationBusiness BuyoutInnovationDigital Transformation
Legal Structure
For-profit business
NB, Canada
Loans and Capital investmentsOpen
Small Business Loan Guarantee Program
Nova Scotia Co-operative Council
Financing for small businesses through credit unions
Eligible Funding
Maximum amount : 500,000 $
Eligible Industries
All industries
Types of eligible projects
Business Buyout
Legal Structure
Non-financial cooperative, For-profit business, Social economy enterprise
NS, Canada
Grant and FundingOpen
Small Business Success Grant
Small Business Success Grant Program
Funding for Canadian small businesses
Eligible Funding
Maximum amount : 1,500 $
Types of eligible projects
Construction and Renovation Human Resources
Timeline
Closing date : December 21, 2026
Canada
Wage Subsidies And InternsOpen
Small Enterprise Co-operative Placement Assistance Program (SECPAP)
Memorial University of Newfoundland (MUN)
Wage subsidy for small business co-op placements
Eligible Funding
Maximum amount : 8 $ · Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries
Professional, scientific and technical services, Educational services, Other services (except public administration), Public administration
Types of eligible projects
Human Resources
NL, Canada

Grants and Funding for Startups in Canada for 2026

NRC — Aquatic and Crop Resource Development Research Centre

NRC — Automotive and Surface Transportation

NRC — Canadian Centre for Housing Technology

NRC — Canadian Photonics Fabrication Centre

NRC — Cell Culture Pilot Plant

Discovery at scale.

NRC — Compression and tension testing facility

NRC — Energy, Mining and Environment Research Centre

NRC — Hygrothermal performance of buildings testing facilities

NRC — Nanotechnology Research Centre

NRC — Plant growth research facilities

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NRC — Preclinical in vivo facility

NRC — Printable Electronics - Ottawa research facility

NUMERIA program

Nunavut Filmmakers Funding — Nunavut Spend Incentive Program

NWT Arts Business Support Fund

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OBIO — Early Adopter Health Network (EAHN)

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OCI — Ready 4 Market (R4M)

OCLF — Small Business Loans

Ontario Business Research Institute Tax Credit (OBRITC)

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Ontario credit union tax reduction

Ontario Export Services

Ontario Made

Ontario small business deduction (SBD)

Ontario Together Trade Fund (OTTF)

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Opportunities New Brunswick — Mentorship

Outaouais Tourism — PDTO 2025-2027 – Attractions, activities and facilities

OVIN — TalentEdge Fellowship

OVIN — TalentEdge Internship

PacifiCan — Lytton Business Restart Program

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Parkdale Centre for Innovation — Women Founders Stream

PartÉS — Programme d’appui pour ressources techniques en économie sociale

Payroll tax credit – CFI

PEI - Export Trade Assistance

People & Talent Program — Workforce Development Stream

Data-driven strategy.

Pitch Kitchener

Plant Your Roots Program — New Entrant

PME MTL — Solidarity Fund

Prairie Agtech Validation Program

PrairiesCan — Entrepreneurs with Disabilities

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Prêt de prédémarrage

PRIMA — PARTENAR-IA — Academic

Prince Edward Island Rural Action Centres — Business Guidance

Product and Market Development Program — Agri-Businesses

PSO – Organic food

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Quantum Leap

Quebec City — Business Loans — Start-Up

Quebec Economic Development Program (QEDP)

Quebec Industrial Research Centre — CRIQ

Quebec International — Business services — Get support and advice

Turn funding opportunities for startups into strong applications

Quebec International — Selling and Exporting — Set your sights on the world

Quebec International — Set up or expand a business

Quebec International — Starting a business and making it grow

REGI — Regional Innovation Ecosystems — CED (QC) — Not-for-profit

Regional Economic Growth through Innovation — Regional Innovation Ecosystems — ACOA

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Regional Initiatives Fund (FAIR)

Regional Quantum Initiative (RQI) in the Prairie Provinces

Renfrew County Community Futures Development Corporation — Business Financing

Rental Cost Assistance

Research Support Program for Research and Innovation Organizations — Support for Research Projects in Collaboration with the Community (PSO, stream 2b)

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Réseau des SADC et CAE — Business Start-Up and Expansion

Revenu Québec — Assistance program for SMEs

Revitalising and developing business establishments in the city centre

Rise — Small Business Lending

Rouyn-Noranda — FQM Business Succession Program

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Rouyn-Noranda — Structuring Projects Fund (FPS)