Grants and Funding for Tourism in Canada for 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.
343 opportunities available
Grant and FundingOpen
Business and Professional Development for Publishers — Grants
Grants for New Brunswick publishers for business travel and training
Grant and FundingClosed
Heritage Property Grant Program - Cost sharing grant
Supports conservation of designated heritage properties for not-for-profits
Grant and FundingClosed
Tourism Growth Program in southern Ontario
The Tourism Growth Program provides $108 million over 3 years to support local tourism businesses and not-for-profits.
Grant and FundingClosed
Ontario 400th Celebrations Program
Funding for cultural and tourism events celebrating Francophone heritage in Ontario
Grant and FundingClosed
Heritage Grants - Heritage Façade Rehabilitation Program
Supports restoration and seismic upgrades of heritage building façades
Grant and FundingOpen
Business Rebate Program
Supports business energy efficiency upgrades in New Brunswick
Grant and FundingClosed
Mary Beth Miller Memorial Fund
Supports community programming and resilient local initiatives
Grant and FundingClosed
Chris Argue Memorial Fund
Support leadership and confidence through NWT wilderness travel
Grant and FundingClosed
Nunavut Arts Program
Supports development and enhancement of arts initiatives in Nunavut
Grant and FundingOpen
PrairiesCan — Economic Development Initiative
Funding to support francophone businesses and communities in the Prairie region
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Grant and FundingClosed
Boissevain and Morton Foundation
Supports local charitable community initiatives
Grant and FundingOpen
Delta Community Foundation
Supports community initiatives benefiting Delta residents
Grant and FundingOpen
Port Coquitlam Community Foundation - Capacity Building Grant
Supports arts and heritage initiatives for local residents
Grant and FundingOpen
Port Coquitlam Community Foundation - Projects Grant
Support arts and heritage initiatives for residents
Grant and FundingOpen
Port Coquitlam Community Foundation - Professional Development Grant
Supports arts and heritage professional development initiatives
Grant and FundingOpenClosing Soon
Winkler Community Foundation - Community Fund
Supports community projects improving local well-being
Grant and FundingClosed
Arc'teryx Community Grant Program
Support for equitable access to the outdoors
Grant and FundingOpen
Local Festivals — Building Communities Through Arts and Heritage
Funding for community festivals showcasing local arts and heritage
Grant and FundingClosed
City of Fort St. John - Grants in Aid
Supports community programs and facilities for residents
Grant and FundingClosed
Strong Roots Community Grant Program
Supports community-led resilience and sustainability projects
Grant and FundingClosed
Tourism Product Diversification and Marketing Program — Business Planning and Transition Assistance
Funding for tourism product business planning in the Northwest Territories
Grant and FundingClosed
Investing in Canada Infrastructure Program — COVID-19 Resilience stream
Funding for quick-start COVID-19 resilient infrastructure
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Grant and FundingClosed
S'Cool Life Fund
Supports school enrichment through arts, sports, and activities
Grant and FundingOpen
The Temiskaming Foundation - Historic Cobalt Legacy Fund
Supports Cobalt heritage, culture, and community wellbeing
Grant and FundingClosed
Off-Road Vehicle Financial Assistance Program – Conservation and Enhancement of Wildlife and its Habitats
Support for responsible ORV use protecting wildlife habitats
Grant and FundingClosed
Outaouais Region Tourism Development Program
Supports regional tourism offer development projects
Grant and FundingOpen
Amateur Sport Grant Program
Supports amateur sport facilities and equipment improvements
Grant and FundingOpen
Iris Energy Community Grants Program
Funding for local community-benefit initiatives
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Grant and FundingClosed
Ontario Youth Wellness Grant
Supports youth wellness through sport and recreation
Grant and FundingOpen
Canadian Experiences Fund - Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency (ACOA)
Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada (ISED), Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency (ACOA)
Funding to develop and enhance tourism experiences and facilities
Other SupportOpen
Good Food, Good Life Community Program
Supports community health and active living initiatives
Grant and FundingClosed
Museums Assistance Program - Access to Heritage
Funding for travelling heritage exhibitions in Canada.
Grant and FundingOpen
Arts Funding Program - IDEA Grants
Supports innovative arts projects by non-profit organizations
Grant and FundingOpen
First Peoples' Cultural Council - Heritage Program
Support Indigenous cultural heritage knowledge transmission
Grant and FundingOpen
2026 Recreational, Sports, and Outdoor Infrastructure Financial Assistance Program
Supports recreation, sport, and outdoor infrastructure projects
Grant and FundingOpen
Cultural Spaces Grant Program - Small Grants for Cultural Spaces
Supports capital improvements and planning for cultural spaces