Grant and FundingOpen
Programme de bibliothèque de recherche
Support for research library access and scholarship projects
Updated May 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.
1037 programs available
Grant and FundingClosedProfessional cultural organizations - Soutien aux projets ville de littérature UNESCO
Funding for Old Quebec heritage projects
Grant and FundingClosedOttawa — Tourism Accessibility Fund (TAF)
Funding to improve accessibility in Ottawa’s tourism sector
Grant and FundingArchivedRegional development agencies: COVID-19 support
Support for businesses affected by COVID-19
Grant and FundingOpenClosing SoonCity of Matane Participatory Budget
Citizen projects funded by the City of Matane- Grant and FundingClosed
Molson Foundation Grant Program
Funding for qualified charitable organizations - Grant and FundingClosed
Programmes du conseil sport loisir de l'Estrie
Financial support for sport and leisure projects 
Grant and FundingOpenDisaster Financial Assistance Arrangements (DFAA)
Provides federal financial assistance for large-scale natural disaster recovery
Grant and FundingOpenAecon Cares
Donations and sponsorships supporting community priority initiatives
- Grant and FundingClosed
Canadian Forces Artists Program
Supports artists documenting Canadian military life 
Other SupportGrant and FundingClosedAffordable Recreation Program
Affordable recreation support for families- Grant and FundingClosed
Blakemore Kingfisher Art History Language Fellowships
Funding for intensive East Asian language study 
- Grant and FundingClosed
UMC Charity Grant Program
Funding for registered Canadian charities and athletic associations 
Grant and FundingClosedCentennial Legacy Projects Fund
Funding for public legacy projects in North Bay
Grant and FundingOpenCommunity Initiatives Fund - Summer Grants
Provides funding for summer programs for children and youth
- Grant and FundingClosed
Museum collection inventory program
Funding for museum collection inventory upgrades - Grant and FundingOpen
Tourism Growth Program (TGP)
Boost your company's growth and sustainability with targeted tourism investments 
Partnering and CollaborationGrant and FundingClosedHealthy Communities Initiative Regions
Supports healthier, safer communities
Grant and FundingClosedTownship of Oro-Medonte - Recreation Fee Assistance Program
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Loans and Capital investmentsClosedProgram Supporting the Development of Tourist Attractions (PADAT – Stream 1)
Financing for tourism attraction development in Quebec
Other SupportGrant and FundingOpenMétis Cultural Development Fund
Funding for Métis cultural projects in Saskatchewan
Grant and FundingClosedBOLT Grant Program
Supports projects expanding global Internet connectivity through prototypes and pilots.
Grant and FundingClosedTourism Growth Program in southern Ontario
Funding for tourism product and experience growth
- Grant and FundingClosed
Programs in the community - young people from disadvantaged or more vulnerable backgrounds
Community sports support for vulnerable youth 
Grant and FundingOpenHistoric resource conservation grants
Matching funding for conserving and studying Alberta historic places
Grant and FundingClosedOttawa Valley Community Foundation - Sports 4 All Fund
Support for sport participation and facility improvements
- Grant and FundingClosed
Canada Arts Training Fund – Application Guidelines for Indigenous Organizations
Funding for Indigenous arts training organizations 
Grant and FundingClosedFIRE Impact Grant (Funding Indigenous Resurgence in Edmonton)
Funding for Indigenous heritage projects in Edmonton- Partnering and CollaborationGrant and FundingClosed
Partners in Art Funding Programs
Funding for contemporary visual art projects 
- Grant and FundingClosed
Eamonn O'Loghlin Scholarship Fund
Scholarship support for eligible CNE seasonal employees 
Grant and FundingOpenCulture and Heritage (Schedule A)
Supports cultural and heritage projects in Nunavut communities
Grant and FundingClosedFirst Peoples' Cultural Council - Language Grants
Supports First Nations language revitalization in British Columbia- Partnering and CollaborationGrant and FundingClosed
Programme de valorisation d'initiatives francophones
Funding for French-language youth initiatives - Grant and FundingClosed
Canada Arts and Culture Recovery Program for Professional Arts Presentation Organizations
Funding for professional arts presentation venues - Grant and FundingClosed
Museums Assistance Program (MAP)
Funding for Canadian museum heritage projects 
Grant and FundingOpenPrairiesCan — Economic Development Initiative
Funding to support francophone businesses and communities in the Prairie region
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Grant and FundingClosedHeritage Property Grant Program
Funding for designated heritage property restoration
Grant and FundingOpenOshki Wupoowane | The Blanket Fund - Reconciliation Action Grants
Support reconciliation activities that elevate Indigenous culture
Grant and FundingClosedToronto Arts Council - Strategic Funding Programs
Supports strategic arts projects and public programming- Grant and FundingClosed
Blue Mountain Village Foundation — Grants & Scholarship Funding
Scholarship and community funding support 
Partnering and CollaborationGrant and FundingClosedSaskatchewan Parks and Recreation Association - Get Moving Grant
Supports physical activity initiatives in Saskatchewan
Grant and FundingOpenISC Community Giving Program
Community support for nonprofit initiatives and cultural programs- Grant and FundingClosed
Wilson 5 Foundation — General Funding
Funding for conservation, parks and public art - Wage Subsidies And InternsOpen
Young Canada Works in Heritage Organizations (students) (YCWHO)
Employment opportunities for students in Canadian heritage organizations 
Grant and FundingClosedCommunity Heritage Grant Program
Matching funding for heritage property conservation
Grant and FundingLoans and Capital investmentsClosedBrockton Community Improvement Plan (CIP) Financial Incentive Programs
Funding for Brockton property improvement projects
Grant and FundingOpenOutaouais Tourism — PDTO 2025-2027 – Attractions, activities and facilities
Funding for tourism development projects in Outaouais
Partnering and CollaborationGrant and FundingClosedQuébec-Louisiana Cooperation Call for Projects
Supports Quebec-Louisiana cultural cooperation
Grant and FundingClosedConference Bursary
Newfoundland and Labrador Registered Nurses' Education and Research Trust, Canadian Museums Association (CMA)Funding for nurses attending professional conferences
Partnering and CollaborationGrant and FundingClosedCuratorial Projects: Indigenous and Culturally Diverse
Support for Ontario curatorial exhibitions and mentorship
Other SupportPartnering and CollaborationClosedUniversal accessibility in leisure
Improves accessibility in leisure services
Grant and FundingOpenGolf Canada Foundation Heritage Grant Program
Funding for Canadian golf heritage projects
Grant and FundingClosedSt. Marys Designated Heritage Property Grant Program
Funding for heritage property conservation in St. Marys
Grant and FundingClosedFinancial aid for the organization of regional games
Funding for regional sports and recreation projects- Grant and FundingClosed
Strategic Initiatives (including Festivals)
Funding for multicultural member initiatives 
Grant and FundingClosedEDC 2026 Call for Projects – Cultural Development Agreement
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- Grant and FundingClosed
Major Festivals and Events Support Initiative - Quebec
Support for major Quebec festivals and events 
Other SupportGrant and FundingClosedPositive Community Impact Events at Colisée Vidéotron Program
Support for high-impact community events- Grant and FundingClosed
Support Program for Cultural Activities
Support for cultural projects and organizational development - Grant and FundingClosed
2026 Call for Projects – Brand Image Rollout – Urban Art Initiative
Support for urban art in downtown La Tuque 
Grant and FundingClosedCounty of Brant Community Grants - Capital Project
Funding for local capital projects- Grant and FundingOpen
Heritage Core Funding
Operating funding for community heritage centres in Nunavut 
- Grant and FundingClosed
Mécénat Placements Culture Program — Stream C Philanthropy Development
Support for cultural fundraising development - Grant and FundingClosed
Support for education, health, arts, and culture
Funding for education, health, arts and culture - Tax CreditsOpen
Benefiting from a tax holiday for a large investment project
Tax relief for major Québec investments 
Tax CreditsClosedHeritage Property Tax Rebate Program
Property tax rebate for designated heritage properties- Grant and FundingClosed
Scholarship for Emerging Museum Professionals
Support for early-career museum professional development 
Grant and FundingClosedHeritage preservation partnership program guidelines : heritage awareness, publication, and research grants
Matching funding for Alberta heritage projects- Partnering and CollaborationGrant and FundingOpen
Share and Connect: Indigenous Community Arts
Supports Indigenous arts and cultural development 
Partnering and CollaborationGrant and FundingClosedPartnership Program for Cultural Festivals and Events
Funding for cultural festivals and events
Grant and FundingClosedMain Street Unionville Public Art Competition
Public art competition for professional artists- Wage Subsidies And InternsClosed
Shirley L. Thomson Award for Young Conservators
Support for young conservation internship projects - Grant and FundingClosed
Grenfell Campus Scholarships, Bursaries and Awards
Grenfell Campus student funding for academic merit 
Partnering and CollaborationGrant and FundingClosedAlberta's Multiculturalism and Anti-Racism Grant Program
Government of Alberta, Government of British Columbia (BC), Alberta Municipal Affairs, Alberta Immigration and MulticulturalismFunding for anti-racism community initiatives
Partnering and CollaborationGrant and FundingClosedManitoba Heritage Trust Program (MHTP)
Supports heritage endowment fund growth
Other SupportClosedMinor Sport Non-Resident Fee Subsidy
Fee reimbursement for minor sports participation
Other SupportGrant and FundingClosedAffordable Access Program
Reduced access to city recreation and transit