Updated June 2026

Grants and Funding for Tourism in Canada in 2026

Canada offers tourism grants to drive growth, improve experiences, and support sustainability.

Tourism businesses in Canada can access grants to boost growth and improve visitor experiences. Funding also supports sustainable and innovative projects.

1115 programs available

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Yosef Wosk Publication Grant
Vancouver Heritage Foundation (VHF)
Funding for Vancouver heritage publication projects
BC, Canada
Closing date : May 15, 2026
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 10,000 $
- Up to 100% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Information and cultural industries
Types of eligible projects
Commercialization
BC, Canada
Closing date : May 15, 2026
Wage Subsidies And InternsClosed
Young Canada Works in Heritage Organizations (employers)
Canadian Heritage
Funding for heritage jobs and internships
Canada
Eligible Funding
- From $200,000 to $1,000,000
- Up to 100% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Information and cultural industries
- Educational services
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
- Public administration
Types of eligible projects
TechnologyEnvironment and ClimateConstruction and Renovation Human ResourcesInnovation
Canada
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Youth Centred Communities Grant
Gwaii Trust Society (GTS)
Funding for youth centres and activities
BC, Canada
Closing date : April 1, 2026
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 10,000 $
Eligible Industries
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
Types of eligible projects
BC, Canada
Closing date : April 1, 2026
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Youth Endowment Fund
Town of Penetanguishene
Funding for youth community activities in Penetanguishene
Penetanguishene, Ontario, Canada
Closing date : March 1, 2024
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 400 $
Eligible Industries
- Educational services
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
Types of eligible projects
Penetanguishene, Ontario, Canada
Closing date : March 1, 2024
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Program to help Québec tourism activities, attractions and events go digital — Activities, attractions and events
Government of Québec
Digital transformation funding for Quebec's tourism sector
Quebec, Canada
Open Date : August 21, 2023
Closing date : October 10, 2023
Eligible Funding
- From $10,000 to $60,000
- Up to 75% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
Types of eligible projects
Digital Transformation
Quebec, Canada
Open Date : August 21, 2023
Closing date : October 10, 2023
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General Class Contribution Program
Parks Canada
Supports partnerships advancing Parks Canada's conservation and engagement goals
Quebec, Canada
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 3,000,000 $
Eligible Industries
- Educational services
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
- Other services (except public administration)
- Public administration
Types of eligible projects
Environment and Climate
Quebec, Canada
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Major Festivals and Events Support Initiative - Quebec
Canada Economic Development for Quebec Regions (CED)
Support for major Quebec festivals and events
Quebec, Canada
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Eligible Industries
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
Types of eligible projects
Innovation
Quebec, Canada
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OAC — French-language broadcasting - how it works
Ontario Arts Council (OAC)
Support for French-language arts presenters in Ontario
Ontario, Canada
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Eligible Industries
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
Types of eligible projects
Ontario, Canada
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OAC — Public Art Galleries: Operating
Ontario Arts Council (OAC)
Supports operating costs for Ontario public art galleries
Ontario, Canada
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Eligible Industries
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
Types of eligible projects
Ontario, Canada
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Ontario 400th Celebrations Program
Regional Tourism Organization 7 (RTO7)
Funding for cultural and tourism events celebrating Francophone heritage in Ontario
Ontario, Canada
Closing date : February 11, 2015
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 1,400,000 $
Eligible Industries
- Information and cultural industries
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
- Other services (except public administration)
- Public administration
Types of eligible projects
Ontario, Canada
Closing date : February 11, 2015
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Region of Waterloo History Prize
Waterloo Regional Heritage Foundation (WRHF)
Recognizes recent work promoting Waterloo Region heritage
Ontario, Canada
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Eligible Industries
- Information and cultural industries
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
Types of eligible projects
Ontario, Canada
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Regional development agencies: COVID-19 support
Government of Canada
Support for businesses affected by COVID-19
Canada
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Eligible Industries
- Manufacturing
- Transportation and warehousing
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
- Accommodation and food services
Types of eligible projects
CommercializationTechnologyEnvironment and ClimateConstruction and Renovation Human ResourcesInnovation
Canada
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Restrictions Exemption Program Implementation Grant
Government of Alberta, Alberta Ministry of Jobs, Economy and Trade (JETI)
One-time support for REP implementation
Alberta, Canada
Eligible Funding
- From $2,000 to $2,000
Eligible Industries
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
- Accommodation and food services
Types of eligible projects
CommercializationConstruction and Renovation InnovationDigital Transformation
Alberta, Canada
Grant and FundingArchived
Tourisme Baie-James — EPRTNT – Festivals and events
Tourisme Baie-James
Funding for regional tourism festivals and events
Quebec, Canada
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 50,000 $
- Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
- Accommodation and food services
Types of eligible projects
Digital Transformation
Quebec, Canada
Partnering and CollaborationGrant and Fundingnull
MRC de Manicouagan — FRR: Components 2-3
MRC de Manicouagan (MRC)
Support for territorial development and local vitality
Baie-Comeau, Essa, Pessamit, Quebec
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
Baie-Comeau, Essa, Pessamit, Quebec