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Startup Grants in Ontario in 2026

Ontario startup grants and funding can help founders launch, validate, hire, commercialize, and grow without relying only on equity. Compare support options for early-stage businesses, including grants, loans, tax credits, accelerators, and regional programs across Ontario.

184 programs available
  • Ontario Creates logo
    Grant and FundingClosed

    Interactive Digital Media Fund — Production

    Ontario Creates
    Archived support for interactive digital media projects
    Eligible Funding
    • Varies by project
    Types of eligible projects
    CommercializationTechnologyDigital Transformation
    Timeline
    • Open Date : April 29, 2024
    • Closing date : December 18, 2024
    Ontario, Canada
  • Ontario Vehicle Innovation Network (OVIN) logo
    Grant and FundingClosed

    C/AV and Smart Mobility — Stream 1

    Ontario Vehicle Innovation Network (OVIN)
    Supports development of connected vehicle and smart mobility technologies
    Eligible Funding
    • Maximum amount : 100,000 $
    • Up to 100% of project cost
    Types of eligible projects
    Technology
    Timeline
    • Open Date : September 7, 2022
    • Closing date : February 9, 2023
    Ontario, Canada
  • Ontario Centre of Innovation (OCI) logo
    Partnering and CollaborationGrant and FundingClosed

    Electric Vehicle (EV) — Stream 2

    Ontario Centre of Innovation (OCI)
    Ontario EV co-investment for technology development
    Eligible Funding
    • Maximum amount : 1,000,000 $
    • Up to 33% of project cost
    Types of eligible projects
    CommercializationTechnologyInnovation
    Timeline
    • Open Date : April 3, 2023
    • Closing date : November 7, 2023
    Ontario, Canada
  • Innovation Initiatives Ontario North (IION) logo
    Grant and FundingClosed

    Triple-P

    Innovation Initiatives Ontario North (IION)
    Funding for innovative productivity and process upgrades
    Eligible Funding
    • From $2,500 to $10,000
    • Up to 50% of project cost
    Types of eligible projects
    CommercializationTechnologyInnovation
    Timeline
    • Open Date : January 1, 2024
    • Closing date : July 8, 2024
    Ontario, Canada
  • Canadian Food Innovation Network (CFIN) logo
    Other SupportPartnering and CollaborationExpert AdviceClosed

    CFIN — Unpuzzling: Foodtech Ontario

    Canadian Food Innovation Network (CFIN)
    Mentorship program accelerating early-stage foodtech companies in Ontario
    Eligible Funding
    • Varies by project
    Types of eligible projects
    CommercializationTechnologyEnvironment and ClimateInnovationDigital Transformation
    Timeline
    • Open Date : February 2, 2026
    • Closing date : March 13, 2026
    Ontario, Canada
  • Conscience logo
    Partnering and CollaborationGrant and FundingClosed

    Developing Medicines through Open Science (DMOS)

    Conscience
    Supports open science drug development partnerships
    Eligible Funding
    • Maximum amount : 1,600,000 $
    • Up to 50% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    • Professional, scientific and technical services
    • Health care and social assistance
    Types of eligible projects
    Innovation
    Ontario, Canada
  • City of Pembroke logo
    Other SupportClosed

    2025 City of Pembroke Private Property Tree Planting Incentive Program

    City of Pembroke
    Tree planting rebate for Pembroke property owners
    Eligible Funding
    • Maximum amount : 150 $
    • Up to 50% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    • Manufacturing
    • Retail trade
    • Real estate and rental and leasing
    • Other services (except public administration)
    Types of eligible projects
    Environment and Climate
    Pembroke, Ontario, Canada
  • The Accelerator Centre logo
    Expert AdviceClosed

    AC:Incubate

    The Accelerator Centre
    Incubation support for early-stage tech startups
    Eligible Funding
    • Maximum amount : 600,000 $
    Eligible Industries
    • Manufacturing
    • Information and cultural industries
    • Finance and insurance
    • Professional, scientific and technical services
    Types of eligible projects
    Technology
    Ontario, Canada
  • Township of Huron-Kinloss logo
    Grant and FundingClosed

    Agri-Food Innovation

    Township of Huron-Kinloss
    Funding for innovative agri-food business improvements
    Eligible Funding
    • Maximum amount : 5,000 $
    • Up to 50% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    • Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
    • Manufacturing
    • Retail trade
    • Arts, entertainment and recreation
    Types of eligible projects
    CommercializationConstruction and Renovation InnovationDigital Transformation
    Ontario, Canada
  • Government of Canada logo
    Other SupportPartnering and CollaborationGrant and FundingClosed

    Build Canada Homes - Investment Policy Framework

    Government of Canada
    Federal support for affordable housing projects
    Eligible Funding
    • Varies by project
    Eligible Industries
    • Construction
    • Manufacturing
    • Finance and insurance
    • Real estate and rental and leasing
    Types of eligible projects
    Construction and Renovation
    Ontario, Canada
  • Municipality of Huron East logo
    Grant and FundingClosed

    Business Grants and Funding Opportunities

    Municipality of Huron East
    Municipal funding for business and property improvements
    Eligible Funding
    • Maximum amount : 7,000 $
    • Up to 50% of project cost
    Types of eligible projects
    TechnologyEnvironment and ClimateConstruction and Renovation Innovation
    Timeline
    • Closing date : April 23, 2026
    Ontario, Canada
  • City of Toronto logo
    Grant and FundingClosed

    Business Incubation & Commercialization Grant Program

    City of Toronto
    Funding for Toronto incubation and commercialization programs
    Eligible Funding
    • Maximum amount : 100,000 $
    • Up to 50% of project cost
    Types of eligible projects
    CommercializationInnovation
    Timeline
    • Closing date : November 28, 2025
    Toronto, Ontario, Canada
  • Care Camps of Canada logo
    Grant and FundingClosed

    Care Camps Foundation Grant

    Care Camps of Canada
    Funding for pediatric oncology camp programs
    Eligible Funding
    • Varies by project
    Types of eligible projects
    Commercialization
    Timeline
    • Open Date : March 9, 2026
    • Closing date : April 6, 2026
    Ontario, Quebec, Canada
  • Canadian Manufacturers & Exporters (CME) logo
    Grant and FundingClosed

    CME’s Technology Investment Program

    Canadian Manufacturers & Exporters (CME)
    Funding for manufacturing technology investments
    Eligible Funding
    • Maximum amount : 50,000 $
    • Up to 50% of project cost
    Types of eligible projects
    Artificial Intelligence (AI)TechnologyInnovationDigital Transformation
    Timeline
    • Closing date : January 15, 2024
    Ontario, Canada
  • Town of Grimsby logo
    Grant and FundingClosed

    Community Project Grant Program

    Town of Grimsby
    Funding for local community projects in Grimsby
    Eligible Funding
    • Maximum amount : 5,000 $
    Types of eligible projects
    CommercializationConstruction and Renovation Innovation
    Timeline
    • Open Date : June 27, 2025
    • Closing date : August 8, 2025
    Grimsby, Ontario, Canada
  • Desjardins logo
    Grant and FundingLoans and Capital investmentsClosed

    Créavenir

    Desjardins
    Funding and support for young entrepreneurs
    Eligible Funding
    • From $3,000 to $5,000
    Eligible Industries
    • All industries
    Types of eligible projects
    Human Resources
    Ontario, Quebec, Canada
  • MaRS Discovery District logo
    Other SupportResearchers And FacilitiesPartnering and CollaborationGrant and FundingWage Subsidies And InternsClosed

    ENCQOR 5G at MaRS

    MaRS Discovery District
    Pre-commercial 5G support for innovative startups
    Eligible Funding
    • Varies by project
    Eligible Industries
    • Transportation and warehousing
    • Information and cultural industries
    • Professional, scientific and technical services
    • Educational services
    Types of eligible projects
    CommercializationTechnologyInnovationDigital Transformation
    Toronto, Ontario, Canada
  • Enterprise Renfrew County (ERC) logo
    Grant and FundingClosed

    Enterprise Renfrew County — General Funding

    Enterprise Renfrew County (ERC)
    Business coaching and funding support for small businesses
    Eligible Funding
    • Maximum amount : 5,000 $
    Eligible Industries
    • Professional, scientific and technical services
    • Other services (except public administration)
    • Public administration
    Types of eligible projects
    Business Buyout
    Ontario, Canada
  • Fiera Capital Foundation logo
    Loans and Capital investmentsClosed

    Flow Capital — General Funding

    Fiera Capital Foundation
    Flexible growth capital for high-growth companies
    Eligible Funding
    • From $2,000,000 to $10,000,000
    Eligible Industries
    • Information and cultural industries
    • Finance and insurance
    • Professional, scientific and technical services
    Types of eligible projects
    CommercializationInnovation
    BC, Ontario, Quebec, Canada
  • Municipality of Chatham-Kent (CK) logo
    Grant and FundingExpert AdviceClosed

    Foodpreneur Advantage - Scale-Up Program

    Municipality of Chatham-Kent (CK)
    Training and funding for growing food businesses
    Eligible Funding
    • Maximum amount : 5,000 $
    Eligible Industries
    • Manufacturing
    • Wholesale trade
    • Retail trade
    • Accommodation and food services
    Types of eligible projects
    CommercializationInnovation
    Chatham-Kent, Ontario, Canada
  • Foodpreneur Advantage logo
    Expert AdviceClosed

    Foodpreneur Start-Up Seminars

    Foodpreneur Advantage
    Food and beverage start-up education webinars
    Eligible Funding
    • Varies by project
    Eligible Industries
    • Accommodation and food services
    Types of eligible projects
    CommercializationBusiness BuyoutDigital Transformation
    Ontario, Canada
  • Town of Hanover logo
    Grant and FundingClosed

    HIPP Entrepreneur Business Pitch Competition

    Town of Hanover
    Business pitch competition for Hanover entrepreneurs
    Eligible Funding
    • From $1,160 to $8,085
    Types of eligible projects
    Business BuyoutDigital Transformation
    Timeline
    • Closing date : October 25, 2024
    Hanover, Ontario, Canada
  • Township of Huron-Kinloss logo
    Grant and FundingClosed

    Huron-Kinloss Downtown Improvement Program

    Township of Huron-Kinloss
    Matched funding for downtown business improvements
    Eligible Funding
    • Maximum amount : 5,000 $
    • Up to 50% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    • Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
    • Retail trade
    • Accommodation and food services
    Types of eligible projects
    TechnologyEnvironment and ClimateConstruction and Renovation Innovation
    Ontario, Canada
  • TechAlliance logo
    Grant and FundingExpert AdviceClosed

    i.d.e.a. Fund

    TechAlliance, Innovation Factory, WEtech Alliance
    Funding and support for high potential businesses focusing on a sustainable and green recovery
    Eligible Funding
    • Maximum amount : 30,000 $
    Types of eligible projects
    CommercializationEnvironment and ClimateInnovation
    Timeline
    • Open Date : March 28, 2023
    • Closing date : April 18, 2023
    Ontario, Canada
  • Town of Greater Napanee logo
    Grant and FundingClosed

    Industrial Community Improvement Plan

    Town of Greater Napanee
    Supports industrial redevelopment and expansion
    Eligible Funding
    • Up to 100% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    • Manufacturing
    Types of eligible projects
    Construction and Renovation
    Napanee, Ontario, Canada
  • Innovate Niagara logo
    Grant and FundingClosed

    Innovate Niagara — Start-up Visa

    Innovate Niagara
    Support for immigrant entrepreneurs
    Eligible Funding
    • Varies by project
    Types of eligible projects
    TechnologyInnovation
    Timeline
    • Closing date : December 31, 2025
    St. Catharines, Ontario, Canada
  • Government of Ontario logo
    Grant and FundingClosed

    Intellectual Property Ontario

    Government of Ontario
    IP support and funding for Ontario applicants
    Eligible Funding
    • Maximum amount : 125,000 $
    • Up to 80% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    • Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
    • Mining, quarrying, and oil and gas extraction
    • Manufacturing
    • Professional, scientific and technical services
    Types of eligible projects
    CommercializationArtificial Intelligence (AI)Technology
    Ontario, Canada
  • Invest Ottawa (IO) logo
    Grant and FundingClosed

    Invest Ottawa ElevateIP

    Invest Ottawa (IO)
    Supports intellectual property protection and growth
    Eligible Funding
    • Varies by project
    Eligible Industries
    • All industries
    Types of eligible projects
    Innovation
    Ontario, Canada
  • Invest Ottawa (IO) logo
    Other SupportExpert AdviceClosed

    Invest Ottawa IO Flex

    Invest Ottawa (IO)
    Flexible startup support for tech founders
    Eligible Funding
    • Varies by project
    Eligible Industries
    • All industries
    Types of eligible projects
    Technology
    Ontario, Canada
  • Invest Ottawa (IO) logo
    Grant and FundingClosed

    Invest Ottawa IP Assist

    Invest Ottawa (IO)
    IP support for Eastern Ontario SMEs
    Eligible Funding
    • Varies by project
    Eligible Industries
    • All industries
    Types of eligible projects
    Commercialization
    Ontario, Canada
  • Next Generation Manufacturing Canada (NGen) logo
    Grant and FundingClosed

    NGen — Pilot Projects

    Next Generation Manufacturing Canada (NGen)
    Funding for collaborative advanced manufacturing projects
    Eligible Funding
    • From $100,000 to $250,000
    • Up to 50% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    • Manufacturing
    • Professional, scientific and technical services
    Types of eligible projects
    CommercializationTechnologyInnovation
    Ontario, Canada
  • Township of Schreiber logo
    Grant and FundingClosed

    NOHFC Northern Ontario Recovery Program (NORP)

    Township of Schreiber
    Support for Northern Ontario businesses adapting to COVID-19
    Eligible Funding
    • Maximum amount : 25,000 $
    • Up to 100% of project cost
    Types of eligible projects
    Construction and Renovation
    Timeline
    • Open Date : October 1, 2020
    • Closing date : December 31, 2020
    Ontario, Canada
  • Ontario Centre of Innovation (OCI) logo
    Partnering and CollaborationGrant and FundingWage Subsidies And InternsClosed

    OCI — ENCQOR 5G Technology Development (SME) Program

    Ontario Centre of Innovation (OCI)
    Funding for Ontario SME 5G technology development
    Eligible Funding
    • Up to 100% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    • Manufacturing
    • Information and cultural industries
    • Professional, scientific and technical services
    Types of eligible projects
    CommercializationTechnologyInnovation
    Ontario, Canada
  • Government of Ontario logo
    Grant and FundingClosed

    OMIF — Live Music

    Government of Ontario, Ontario Creates
    Funding for live music events in Ontario
    Eligible Funding
    • From $10,000 to $125,000
    • Up to 50% of project cost
    Types of eligible projects
    CommercializationHuman ResourcesInnovationDigital Transformation
    Timeline
    • Open Date : August 19, 2024
    • Closing date : October 17, 2024
    Ontario, Canada
  • Government of Ontario logo
    Grant and FundingClosed

    Ontario Agri-Food Research Initiative — Applied Research Stream

    Government of Ontario
    Ontario agri-food research support
    Eligible Funding
    • Maximum amount : 150,000 $
    • Up to 100% of project cost
    Types of eligible projects
    CommercializationArtificial Intelligence (AI)TechnologyEnvironment and ClimateInnovation
    Timeline
    • Open Date : October 15, 2024
    • Closing date : January 13, 2025
    Ontario, Canada
  • Canadian Manufacturers & Exporters (CME) logo
    Partnering and CollaborationClosed

    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
    Innovation
    Ontario, Canada
  • City of Kitchener logo
    Grant and FundingClosed

    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
    Kitchener, Ontario, Canada
  • Nventure logo
    Other SupportPartnering and CollaborationGrant and FundingLoans and Capital investmentsClosed

    Pitch to the Chief™ | Policetech Innovation Competition

    Nventure
    Competition for policing technology innovators
    Eligible Funding
    • Maximum amount : 30,000 $
    Types of eligible projects
    CommercializationInnovation
    Timeline
    • Closing date : January 14, 2026
    Ontario, Canada
  • Renfrew County Community Futures Development Corporation (RCCFDC) logo
    Loans and Capital investmentsClosed

    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
    Pembroke, Ontario, Canada
  • City of Ottawa logo
    Grant and FundingClosed

    Rural Association Partnership Program

    City of Ottawa
    Supports rural Ottawa organizations with project-based financial assistance
    Eligible Funding
    • Maximum amount : 7,500 $
    Types of eligible projects
    Timeline
    • Closing date : April 24, 2022
    Ottawa, Ontario, Canada
  • Government of Ontario logo
    Grant and FundingClosed

    Rural Ontario Development Program – Funding for Rural Businesses

    Government of Ontario
    Funding for rural business growth in Ontario
    Eligible Funding
    • From $1,000 to $10,000
    • Up to 35% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    • Retail trade
    • Accommodation and food services
    • Other services (except public administration)
    • Public administration
    Types of eligible projects
    CommercializationConstruction and Renovation Digital Transformation
    Ontario, Canada
  • PS43 Foundation (PS43) logo
    Other SupportGrant and FundingClosed

    Siakam EdTech Engine

    PS43 Foundation (PS43)
    Accelerator for North American EdTech startups
    Eligible Funding
    • From $5,000 to $30,000
    Types of eligible projects
    Artificial Intelligence (AI)InnovationDigital Transformation
    Timeline
    • Closing date : March 11, 2025
    Ontario, Canada
  • Township of Southgate logo
    Grant and FundingClosed

    Southgate Community Improvement Plan (CIP)

    Township of Southgate
    Matching incentives for property revitalization projects
    Eligible Funding
    • From $500 to $50,000
    • Up to 50% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    • Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
    • Construction
    • Manufacturing
    • Retail trade
    Types of eligible projects
    Environment and ClimateConstruction and Renovation
    Ontario, Canada
  • Sprout Ideas logo
    Grant and FundingClosed

    Sprout Ideas Fellowship

    Sprout Ideas
    Youth fellowship for community project support
    Eligible Funding
    • Maximum amount : 5,000 $
    Eligible Industries
    • Educational services
    Types of eligible projects
    Innovation
    Ontario, Canada
  • City of Brantford logo
    Grant and FundingExpert AdviceClosed

    Starter Company Plus - Brantford

    City of Brantford
    Business support and startup funding for entrepreneurs
    Eligible Funding
    • Maximum amount : 5,000 $
    Eligible Industries
    • All industries
    Types of eligible projects
    Ontario, Canada
  • County of Huron logo
    Grant and FundingClosed

    Starter Company Plus - Huron County

    County of Huron
    Training and mentorship for small business growth
    Eligible Funding
    • Maximum amount : 5,000 $
    • Up to 25% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    • All industries
    Types of eligible projects
    Business Buyout
    Ontario, Canada
  • Northumberland Community Futures Development Corporation (NCFDC) logo
    Grant and FundingLoans and Capital investmentsClosed

    thriveFORWARD

    Northumberland Community Futures Development Corporation (NCFDC), Federal Economic Development Agency for Southern Ontario (FedDev), Nventure
    Innovation funding for southern Ontario businesses
    Eligible Funding
    • Maximum amount : 100,000 $
    • Up to 50% of project cost
    Types of eligible projects
    CommercializationArtificial Intelligence (AI)TechnologyEnvironment and ClimateInnovationDigital Transformation
    Timeline
    • Closing date : December 31, 2023
    Ontario, Canada
  • ventureLAB logo
    Other SupportResearchers And FacilitiesExpert AdviceClosed

    ventureLAB — Accelerate AI

    ventureLAB
    AI acceleration program for startups and scale-ups
    Eligible Funding
    • Varies by project
    Types of eligible projects
    CommercializationArtificial Intelligence (AI)InnovationDigital Transformation
    Timeline
    • Open Date : July 2, 2023
    • Closing date : August 6, 2023
    Ontario, Canada
  • Morrissette Entrepreneurship logo
    Other SupportGrant and FundingClosed

    Western Accelerator

    Morrissette Entrepreneurship
    Startup accelerator for high-growth ventures
    Eligible Funding
    • Varies by project
    Types of eligible projects
    CommercializationArtificial Intelligence (AI)Environment and ClimateInnovationDigital Transformation
    Timeline
    • Closing date : June 22, 2026
    London, Ontario, Canada
  • Ontario Vehicle Innovation Network (OVIN) logo
    Researchers And FacilitiesPartnering and CollaborationGrant and FundingClosed

    WinterTech Development

    Ontario Vehicle Innovation Network (OVIN)
    Funding for winter mobility technology development
    Eligible Funding
    • Maximum amount : 500,000 $
    • Up to 33.333336% of project cost
    Types of eligible projects
    CommercializationTechnologyInnovation
    Timeline
    • Open Date : April 3, 2023
    • Closing date : November 7, 2023
    Ontario, Canada
  • YWCA Hamilton logo
    Expert AdviceClosed

    YWCA Hamilton

    YWCA Hamilton
    Business support for women entrepreneurs
    Eligible Funding
    • Varies by project
    Types of eligible projects
    Digital Transformation
    Timeline
    • Closing date : March 27, 2026
    Ontario, Canada
  • National Research Council Canada (NRC) logo
    Grant and FundingArchived

    Canada Accelerator and Incubator Program (CAIP)

    National Research Council Canada (NRC)
    Supports incubators and accelerators to foster high-growth businesses
    Eligible Funding
    • Maximum amount : 5,000,000 $
    Eligible Industries
    • Information and cultural industries
    • Professional, scientific and technical services
    • Educational services
    Types of eligible projects
    CommercializationTechnologyInnovation
    Ontario, Canada
  • City of Toronto logo
    Grant and FundingArchived

    Toronto Imagination, Manufacturing, Innovation and Technology (IMIT) Program

    City of Toronto
    Tax incentive supporting eligible commercial construction and expansion in Toronto
    Eligible Funding
    • Up to 70% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    • Manufacturing
    • Wholesale trade
    • Information and cultural industries
    • Professional, scientific and technical services
    Types of eligible projects
    TechnologyConstruction and Renovation Innovation
    Toronto, Ontario, Canada
  • Bioindustrial Innovation Canada (BIC) logo
    Partnering and CollaborationGrant and FundingExpert AdviceArchived

    Ontario Bioindustrial Innovation Network

    Bioindustrial Innovation Canada (BIC)
    Supports Ontario bioindustrial cluster growth
    Eligible Funding
    • Maximum amount : 1,000,000 $
    Eligible Industries
    • Manufacturing
    • Professional, scientific and technical services
    Types of eligible projects
    CommercializationTechnologyEnvironment and Climate
    Ontario, Canada