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 FundingClosedCommunity Suites at Slush Puppie Place
Free game access for eligible community groups
Grant and FundingClosedActive Communities Initiative
Supports developing and improving public community sport and recreation facilities- Grant and FundingClosed
Financing of community projects - arts and culture, communities, education, environment, health and development
Support for community impact projects - Grant and FundingClosed
Regional Outdoor Funding Strategy | phase 2 ? lanaudière
Funding for outdoor projects in Lanaudière 
Grant and FundingClosedAlberta Artist in Residence / Arts Ambassador Grant Program
Alberta Ministry of Culture, Multiculturalism and Status of Women, Alberta Culture and Status of Women, Alberta Ministry of Arts, Culture and Status of Women (ACSW), Canadian Heritage (PCH), Government of AlbertaOne-year artist residency supporting arts outreach
Grant and FundingClosedMuseums Assistance Program — Reopening Fund for Heritage Organizations
Funding for heritage organizations reopening after COVID-19
Grant and FundingClosedEdmonton Heritage Council — Heritage Funding Programs
Supports Edmonton heritage organizations
Grant and FundingArchivedTourisme Baie-James — EPRTNT – Attractions, activities and facilities
Funding for tourism attractions and facilities
Grant and FundingClosedEmergency And Climate Change Adaptation Fund
Emergency support for climate-disrupted events
Grant and FundingClosedGrants to community organizations
Funding for innovative Jewish community initiatives
Grant and FundingClosedCommunity Sport and Recreation Infrastructure Fund
Funding for sport and recreation facilities- Grant and FundingClosed
The Wilding Foundation — General Funding
Community support funding for local initiatives 
Partnering and CollaborationGrant and FundingClosedHeritage Legacy Fund (HLF) - Indigenous Partnership Program
Supports collaborative reconciliation projects with Indigenous communities in heritage- Grant and FundingClosed
Harbourfront Centre Funding Program
Operational funding for Toronto waterfront programming 
Grant and FundingClosedCommercial Building Facade Grant
Funding for Downtown Smithville facade improvements
- Partnering and CollaborationGrant and FundingClosed
Professional Project Grants Program (PPGP)
Funding for professional artistic projects and presentations 
Other SupportClosedPersonal assistance for leisure activities (PAL)
Supports leisure access for people with disabilities
Other SupportPartnering and CollaborationExpert AdviceOpenIndigenous Business Advisors
Complimentary membership for Indigenous tourism support
Grant and FundingTax CreditsClosedMunicipality of Meaford Community Improvement Plan (CIP) – Financial Incentive Programs
Financial incentives for property improvement and development
Grant and FundingOpenExplore Québec on the Road Program
Supports travel agencies offering discounted Quebec road trip packagesDiscover how much grant funding is available for your business
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Grant and FundingOpenArts Funding Program - IDEA Grants
Supports innovative arts projects by non-profit organizations
Grant and FundingClosedCentral Huron Municipal Donation Fund Program
Funding for community-based organizations- Grant and FundingClosed
The Taylor Family Foundation Funding Program
Funding for community wellbeing initiatives 
Grant and FundingClosedGolden & District Community Foundation Community Grant Program
Supports community improvement programs and local initiatives
Grant and FundingOpenLithuanian Canadian Foundation Project Proposals for Registered Canadian Charities
Support for Lithuanian cultural charitable projects
Grant and FundingClosedHalifax Foundation — General Funding
Funding for community-benefit projects in Halifax
Grant and FundingClosedMary Beth Miller Memorial Fund
Supports community programming and resilient local initiatives
Other SupportOpenLondon Endowment For Heritage Grant (LEHF)
Supports heritage conservation projects in London
Grant and FundingClosedCommunity Foundation of Newfoundland and Labrador - Free to Play
Supports outdoor play initiatives for children- Grant and FundingClosed
Heritage Legacy Fund (HLF) - Heritage Planning Program
Supports heritage conservation, awareness, and planning initiatives in BC - Grant and FundingClosed
Long-term creation scholarship (2 years)
Two-year funding for professional artistic creation 
Grant and FundingClosedMunicipality of Mississippi Mills Heritage Property Grants
Funding for designated heritage property work
Partnering and CollaborationGrant and FundingClosedSport Participation Bilateral – Sport Partnership and Engagement Small Grants Program 2025-26
Funding for inclusive sport participation projects
Grant and FundingClosedEngage and Sustain — Artistic Catalysts
Multi-year support for public-facing arts organizations- Grant and FundingClosed
Alberta Sport, Physical Activity and Recreation Branch — General Funding
Supports affordable sport and recreation access 
Grant and FundingClosedCultural Funding - Heritage Funding Program
Supports heritage projects and operations in Ottawa communities- Grant and FundingClosed
Boissevain and Morton Foundation
Supports local charitable community initiatives - Grant and FundingClosed
Heritage Property Grant Program - Matching grant
Financial support for restoring designated heritage properties in Ottawa 
Grant and FundingOpenCanada Arts Presentation Fund (CAPF) – Development
Funding for emerging arts presenters in under-served communities
Grant and FundingClosedADAPT (2021) - Adapt Grants
Support for pandemic-related arts projects in Kingston
Grant and FundingClosedFee Assistance in Recreation (F.A.I.R.) Program
Fee support for local recreation participation
Grant and FundingClosedTownship of North Dumfries 2026 Community Grant Program
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Grant and FundingClosedTiger Hills Community Foundation Grants
Annual funding for community capital projects
Grant and FundingExpert AdviceLoans and Capital investmentsOpenMRC Joliette — Business Assistance Fund (FAE) – Stream 2
Funding for social economy business projects
Other SupportClosedWaiving or Reducing Fees (WORF) Program for Use Of City-Owned Recreation and Community Centres and Recreation Facilities
Fee relief for City-owned recreation spaces
Other SupportClosedAffiliated Community Group Policy
Support for eligible community groups and facility access
Grant and FundingClosedRegional transport fund for recreational and sports activities
Transportation funding for provincial sports travel
- Grant and FundingOpen
OAC — Diffusion – French-language projects
Supporting French-language arts presenters in Ontario - Grant and FundingClosed
Celebrate Canada — Special Initiative: Soccer-themed activities for Canada Day 2026
Funding for soccer-themed Canada Day activities 
Grant and FundingOpenKakivak Association — Economic Opportunity Fund
Funding for tourism businesses in Qikiqtani
Grant and FundingClosedCultural Heritage Initiatives Program
Supports projects preserving and promoting cultural heritage organizations- Grant and FundingClosed
Small Arts Grants Program
Funding for small arts organizations and community arts programs 
Partnering and CollaborationGrant and FundingExpert AdviceClosedRTO7 Partnership Program
Matching funding for tourism projects in BruceGreySimcoeEligible Funding- From $350 to $75,000
- Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries- Arts, entertainment and recreation
- Accommodation and food services
- Other services (except public administration)
- Public administration
Types of eligible projectsCommercializationEnvironment and ClimateHuman ResourcesBusiness BuyoutInnovationDigital Transformation
Grant and FundingClosedSeltzer-Chan Pond Inlet Foundation — Community Grants
Community support funding for Pond Inlet
Grant and FundingClosedRegistered Heritage Structure Revitalization Grant
Funding for heritage structure restoration projects
Grant and FundingLoans and Capital investmentsClosedBurlington Heritage Grant Program
Financial support for designated heritage property conservation
Other SupportGrant and FundingClosedJeunesses Musicales Canada Foundation Instrument Bank
Instrument loan for young string musicians
Other SupportGrant and FundingClosedGrants and Special Assistance
Funding support for local community organizations
Grant and FundingClosedCapital Assistance – Stream 1: Restoration of heritage assets
Financial assistance for restoration of heritage and cultural properties
Other SupportGrant and FundingClosedCEDC Tourism Development Fund (TDF)
Funding for tourism projects and events in Thunder BayEligible Funding- Maximum amount : 500,000 $
- Up to 33% of project cost
Eligible Industries- Construction
- Retail trade
- Information and cultural industries
- Professional, scientific and technical services
Types of eligible projectsCommercializationConstruction and Renovation Innovation- Grant and FundingExpert AdviceClosed
Le fonds culturel Manicouagan (FCM)
Support for cultural projects in Manicouagan - Grant and FundingExpert AdviceClosed
Women in leisure
Free training and mentoring for gender equality in leisure 
Grant and FundingClosedThe Johnston Family Foundation — General Funding
Supports programs for lasting positive change
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Tax CreditsClosedResidential Heritage Property Tax Relief Program
Annual tax relief for eligible heritage homes
Grant and FundingClosedWinnipeg Police Service Endowment Fund
Supports community projects for at-risk children
Grant and FundingOpenCommunity Foundation of Southeastern Alberta - Community Grants
Supports community priorities in Southeastern Alberta
Grant and FundingClosedOutaouais Region Tourism Development Program
Supports regional tourism offer development projects
Grant and FundingOpenProgramme de soutien financier aux organismes culturels
Support for accredited cultural organizations in Granby
Grant and FundingOpenCommunity Grant Program and Community Vibrancy Fund
Funding for community projects and events in Lambton Shores
Grant and FundingOpenLocal Community Support - Donations and Sponsorships
Support for community sport and active living initiatives
Grant and FundingLoans and Capital investmentsClosedCommunity Heritage Fund
Financial support for heritage property conservation
Loans and Capital investmentsOpenDEPS — Assistance and support program for local businesses
Repayable support for downtown businesses
Grant and FundingClosedCommunity Assistance Program (CAP)
Fee assistance for recreation participation
Grant and FundingClosedAccess Program (Recreation Fee Assistance)
Subsidized recreation fees for Whitby residents
Grant and FundingClosedEPRTNT — Structuring the tourism offer
Support for structuring regional tourism offerings- Partnering and CollaborationGrant and FundingClosed
Prix du bénévolat muséal
Recognition for museum volunteer contributions 
Partnering and CollaborationWage Subsidies And InternsClosedCultural Hotspot - Signature Projects
Support for community arts projects in Toronto
- Grant and FundingClosed
Heritage Legacy Fund (HLF) - Heritage Conservation Program
Supports conservation, rehabilitation, and restoration of heritage resources - Grant and FundingExpert AdviceClosed
Program aiming at the redevelopment of surplus heritage places of worship
Funding for heritage worship place redevelopment 
Grant and FundingClosedCOAL Student Prize - Culture and Diversity
Support for student ecological art projects- Grant and FundingClosed
Ontario Youth Wellness Grant
Supports youth wellness through sport and recreation 
Grant and FundingClosedCommunity Recreation, Art, Culture, and Heritage Investment Grant Program
Funding for community recreation and cultural initiatives
Grant and FundingClosedSCCIP Facility Access Funding
Funding for arts access and cultural programming- Grant and FundingClosed
Rural Association Partnership Program
Supports rural Ottawa organizations with project-based financial assistance 
