Tourism Grants and Funding in Nova Scotia for 2026
Access programs for marketing, infrastructure, events, workforce, accessibility, and sustainability. Learn eligibility rules and build stronger grant applications.
Nova Scotia offers a diverse mix of tourism grants and funding designed for accommodations, tours, attractions, festivals, DMOs, municipalities, and non-profits. Programs span marketing partnerships, experience development, waterfront and trail infrastructure, workforce training, accessibility upgrades, and sustainable tourism. This directory explains what exists, who is eligible, and how to apply effectively in 2026.
307 opportunities available
Loans and Capital investmentsClosed
Program Supporting the Development of Tourist Attractions — Stream 1
Loans to develop Quebec tourist attractions
Eligible Funding
- From $150,000 to $5,000,000
- Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
- Accommodation and food services
Types of eligible projects
Construction and Renovation
Grant and FundingOpen
Museum Assistance Program - Exhibition Circulation Fund
Supports museums hosting travelling exhibitions and borrowing artefacts
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 15,000 $
- Up to 70% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Information and cultural industries
- Educational services
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
Types of eligible projects
Grant and FundingClosed
Celebrate Canada Funding Program
Supports community activities celebrating Canadian culture and diversity
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 50,000 $
- Up to 100% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Educational services
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
- Other services (except public administration)
- Public administration
Types of eligible projects
Grant and FundingOpen
Movable Cultural Property Grants
Supports acquisition of nationally significant cultural property in Canada
Eligible Funding
- Up to 100% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Information and cultural industries
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
Types of eligible projects
Grant and FundingClosed
Le Fonds d’initiatives locales (FIL) Village
Financial support for local socio-economic and cultural projects
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 50,000 $
Eligible Industries
- Retail trade
- Information and cultural industries
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
- Other services (except public administration)
Types of eligible projects
CommercializationEnvironment and ClimateHuman ResourcesInnovation
Partnering and CollaborationGrant and FundingWage Subsidies And InternsOpen
Official Languages Support Programs
Supports official language minority communities and promotes bilingualism
Eligible Funding
- No Condition
Eligible Industries
- Information and cultural industries
- Educational services
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
- Other services (except public administration)
Types of eligible projects
Human ResourcesInnovation
Grant and FundingClosed
Theatrical documentary program
Funding for feature-length documentary projects
Eligible Funding
- From $400,000 to $500,000
- Up to 49% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
Types of eligible projects
Grant and FundingClosed
Rural Economic Development program — Economic Diversification and Competitiveness Stream
Cost-share funding for rural economic development
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 150,000 $
- Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Retail trade
- Information and cultural industries
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
- Public administration
Types of eligible projects
Grant and FundingClosed
Laurentides Tourism — Regional Partnership and Digital Transformation Agreement in Tourism (EPRTNT) – Digital development of a company
Supports digital transformation projects for tourism businesses in Laurentides
Eligible Funding
- From $10,000 to $95,000
- Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
- Accommodation and food services
Types of eligible projects
Digital Transformation
Grant and FundingOpen
Regions and Rurality Fund (RRF) - Component 1 - Support for regional outreach
Supports regional projects impacting Quebec's territories and communities
Eligible Funding
- From $100,000 to $3,000,000
- Up to 80% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
- Utilities
- Construction
- Manufacturing
Types of eligible projects
Environment and ClimateInnovation
Wage Subsidies And InternsOpen
Propel – Student Work Placement Program
Wage subsidy for tourism employers hiring post-secondary students
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 7,000 $
- Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
- Accommodation and food services
- Other services (except public administration)
Types of eligible projects
Human Resources
Grant and FundingOpen
Gaspésie Tourism — EPRTNT 2025-2027 – Structuring the regional tourism offering
Supports structuring, sustainable and digital regional tourism projects
Eligible Funding
- From $50,000 to $200,000
- Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
- Accommodation and food services
Types of eligible projects
Environment and ClimateHuman ResourcesInnovationDigital Transformation
Grant and FundingOpen
Exchanges Canada - Youth Exchanges Canada
Supports youth cultural and linguistic exchanges across Canada
Eligible Funding
- No Condition
Eligible Industries
- Educational services
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
Types of eligible projects
Grant and FundingClosed
Indigenous Languages Program - Indigenous Languages Component - First Nations Languages Funding Model
Supports revitalization and maintenance of First Nations languages
Eligible Funding
- Up to 100% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Educational services
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
- Other services (except public administration)
- Public administration
Types of eligible projects
Construction and Renovation Human Resources
Grant and FundingOpen
QEPD — Diversify your economy - CED (QC)
Money to develop local economy and tourism in Quebec
Eligible Funding
- Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Information and cultural industries
- Professional, scientific and technical services
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
- Accommodation and food services
Types of eligible projects
CommercializationInnovation
Grant and FundingClosed
Celebration and Commemoration Program
Funding for commemorative and celebratory pandemic recovery initiatives
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 100,000 $
Eligible Industries
- Information and cultural industries
- Educational services
- Health care and social assistance
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
Types of eligible projects
Environment and Climate
Grant and FundingOpen
Regional partnership and digital transformation agreement in tourism
Supports regional tourism innovation and sustainable digital transformation
Eligible Funding
- No Condition
Eligible Industries
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
- Accommodation and food services
Types of eligible projects
TechnologyEnvironment and ClimateHuman ResourcesInnovationDigital Transformation
Grant and FundingOpen
OTF — Community Building Fund - Operating Stream
Supports operating viability for Ontario community-serving organizations
Eligible Funding
- From $10,000 to $250,000
- Up to 80% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
Types of eligible projects
Grant and FundingOpen
Community Support Program (PAC)
Support for inclusive, immigrant-friendly community initiatives in Quebec
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 500,000 $
- Up to 75% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Educational services
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
- Other services (except public administration)
- Public administration
Types of eligible projects
Human Resources
Grant and FundingOpen
Bas-Saint-Laurent Tourism — EPRTNT 2025-2027 – Offer Structuration
Supports regional tourism offer structuring projects
Eligible Funding
- From $50,000 to $150,000
- Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
- Accommodation and food services
Types of eligible projects
Digital Transformation
Grant and FundingOpen
Centre-du-Québec Tourism — EPRTNT 2025-2027 – Attractions, activities and facilities
Funding for responsible tourism attractions and facilities
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 65,000 $
Eligible Industries
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
- Accommodation and food services
Types of eligible projects
Digital Transformation
Grant and FundingOpen
Charlevoix Tourism — EPRTNT 2025-2027 – Attractions, activities and facilities
Funding for sustainable tourism attractions and infrastructure
Eligible Funding
- From $30,000 to $200,000
- 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 projects
Grant and FundingOpen
Outaouais Tourism — PDTO 2025-2027 – Structuring the regional tourism offering
Support for major structuring tourism projects in Outaouais
Eligible Funding
- From $100,000 to $150,000
- Up to 25% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
- Accommodation and food services
Types of eligible projects
Environment and ClimateInnovation
Grant and FundingExpert AdviceOpen
Cantons-de-l'Est Tourism — EPRTNT 2025-2027 – Studies and Consulting Services
Support for tourism studies and consulting services
Eligible Funding
- From $10,000 to $50,000
- Up to 90% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
- Accommodation and food services
Types of eligible projects
Digital Transformation
Grant and FundingOpen
Bas-Saint-Laurent Tourism — EPRTNT 2025-2027 – Attractions, activities and facilities
Support for developing and upgrading regional tourism attractions
Eligible Funding
- From $50,000 to $300,000
- Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
- Accommodation and food services
Types of eligible projects
Construction and Renovation Digital Transformation
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Grant and FundingOpen
Gaspésie Tourism — EPRTNT 2025-2027 – Digital development of a business
Supports digital transformation projects in Gaspésie tourism businesses
Eligible Funding
- From $10,000 to $50,000
- Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
- Accommodation and food services
Types of eligible projects
Digital Transformation
Grant and FundingOpen
Gaspésie Tourism — EPRTNT 2025-2027 – Festivals and Events
Funding for tourism festivals and events in Gaspésie
Eligible Funding
- From $90,000 to $75,000
- Up to 20% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
- Accommodation and food services
Types of eligible projects
Digital Transformation
Grant and FundingOpen
Gaspésie Tourism — EPRTNT 2025-2027 – Attractions, activities and facilities
Support for sustainable tourism attractions, activities and facilities
Eligible Funding
- From $50,000 to $150,000
- Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
- Accommodation and food services
Types of eligible projects
Grant and FundingOpen
Montérégie Tourism — EPRTNT 2025-2027 – Offer structuration
Support for innovative, sustainable tourism projects in Montérégie
Eligible Funding
- From $15,000 to $50,000
- Up to 80% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
- Accommodation and food services
Types of eligible projects
Construction and Renovation Digital Transformation
Grant and FundingOpen
Montérégie Tourism — EPRTNT 2025-2027 – Digital development
Supports digital transformation of Montérégie tourism businesses
Eligible Funding
- From $10,000 to $30,000
- Up to 80% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
- Accommodation and food services
Types of eligible projects
Digital Transformation
Grant and FundingExpert AdviceOpen
Montérégie Tourism — EPRTNT 2025-2027 – Studies and Consulting Services
Support for tourism studies and consulting services
Eligible Funding
- From $10,000 to $20,000
- Up to 80% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
- Accommodation and food services
Types of eligible projects
Environment and ClimateHuman ResourcesInnovationDigital Transformation
Grant and FundingOpen
Laval Tourism — EPRTNT 2025-2027 – Offer structuration
Support for regional tourism offer structuring projects
Eligible Funding
- From $35,000 to $250,000
- Up to 80% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
- Accommodation and food services
Types of eligible projects
Construction and Renovation Digital Transformation
Grant and FundingOpen
Laval Tourism — EPRTNT 2025-2027 – Studies and Consulting Services
Support for tourism studies and consulting projects in Laval
Eligible Funding
- From $10,000 to $20,000
- Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
- Accommodation and food services
Types of eligible projects
Digital Transformation
Grant and FundingOpen
Laval Tourism — EPRTNT 2025-2027 – Attractions, activities and facilities
Support for developing and enhancing Laval tourism attractions
Eligible Funding
- From $35,000 to $250,000
- Up to 80% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
- Accommodation and food services
Types of eligible projects
Grant and FundingOpen
Lanaudière Tourism — EPRTNT 2025-2027 – Structuring the regional tourism offering
Support for structuring regional tourism development projects
Eligible Funding
- From $15,000 to $100,000
- Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
- Accommodation and food services
Types of eligible projects
Environment and ClimateInnovationDigital Transformation
Grant and FundingOpen
Lanaudière Tourism — EPRTNT 2025-2027 – Digital development of a business
Support for digital transformation of Lanaudière tourism businesses
Eligible Funding
- From $15,000 to $50,000
- Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
- Accommodation and food services
Types of eligible projects
Digital Transformation
Grant and FundingOpen
Lanaudière Tourism — EPRTNT 2025-2027 – Festivals and Events
Funding for tourism festivals and events in Lanaudière
Eligible Funding
- Minimum amount : 75,000 $
- Up to 90% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
- Accommodation and food services
Types of eligible projects
Environment and ClimateInnovationDigital Transformation
Grant and FundingOpen
Lanaudière Tourism — EPRTNT 2025-2027 – Attractions and activities
Support for developing and modernizing Lanaudière tourism attractions
Eligible Funding
- From $30,000 to $100,000
- Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
- Accommodation and food services
Types of eligible projects
Grant and FundingOpen
Îles-de-la-Madeleine Tourism — EPRTNT 2025-2027 – Structuring the tourism offering
Supports structuring tourism development projects in the Islands
Eligible Funding
- From $25,000 to $60,000
- Up to 75% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
- Accommodation and food services
Types of eligible projects
Environment and ClimateInnovationDigital Transformation
Grant and FundingOpen
Îles-de-la-Madeleine Tourism — EPRTNT 2025-2027 – Attractions, activities and facilities
Support for developing tourism attractions, activities and facilities
Eligible Funding
- From $25,000 to $75,000
- Up to 75% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
- Accommodation and food services
Types of eligible projects
Digital Transformation
Grant and FundingOpen
Mauricie Tourism — EPRTNT 2025-2027 – Structuring the regional tourism offering
Support for structuring, sustainable regional tourism development projects
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 32,500 $
- Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
- Accommodation and food services
Types of eligible projects
Digital Transformation
Grant and FundingOpen
Mauricie Tourism — EPRTNT 2025-2027 – Festivals and Events
Support for innovative, tourism-driven festivals and events
Eligible Funding
- From $15,000 to $25,000
- Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
- Accommodation and food services
Types of eligible projects
Digital Transformation
Grant and FundingOpen
Mauricie Tourism — EPRTNT 2025-2027 – Attractions, activities and facilities
Support for developing and modernizing Mauricie tourism attractions
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 100,000 $
- Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
- Accommodation and food services
Types of eligible projects
Construction and Renovation Digital Transformation
Grant and FundingOpen
Chaudière-Appalaches Tourism — EPRTNT 2025-2027 – Digital development
Support for innovative tourism and digital development projects
Eligible Funding
- No Condition
Eligible Industries
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
- Accommodation and food services
Types of eligible projects
Digital Transformation
Grant and FundingOpen
Charlevoix Tourism — EPRTNT 2025-2027 – Structuring the regional tourism offering
Support for structuring, regional tourism development projects
Eligible Funding
- From $10,000 to $200,000
- Up to 80% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
- Accommodation and food services
Types of eligible projects
Environment and ClimateDigital Transformation
Grant and FundingOpen
Charlevoix Tourism — EPRTNT 2025-2027 – Digital development of a business
Support for digital development of Charlevoix tourism businesses
Eligible Funding
- From $5,000 to $200,000
- Up to 80% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
- Accommodation and food services
Types of eligible projects
Digital Transformation
Grant and FundingOpen
Charlevoix Tourism — EPRTNT 2025-2027 – Studies and Consulting Services
Support for tourism studies and consulting projects in Charlevoix
Eligible Funding
- From $5,000 to $200,000
- Up to 80% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
- Accommodation and food services
- Other services (except public administration)
- Public administration
Types of eligible projects
Environment and ClimateHuman ResourcesDigital Transformation
Grant and FundingOpen
Centre-du-Québec Tourism — EPRTNT 2025-2027 – Offer Structuration
Financial support for sustainable tourism projects in Centre-du-Québec
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 75,000 $
Eligible Industries
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
- Accommodation and food services
Types of eligible projects
Digital Transformation
Grant and FundingOpen
Centre-du-Québec Tourism — EPRTNT 2025-2027 – Festivals and Events
Support for responsible tourism festivals and events
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 50,000 $
Eligible Industries
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
- Accommodation and food services
Types of eligible projects
Digital Transformation
Grant and FundingOpen
Centre-du-Québec Tourism — EPRTNT 2025-2027 – Studies and Consulting Services
Support for tourism studies and consulting services
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 25,000 $
Eligible Industries
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
- Accommodation and food services
Types of eligible projects
Digital Transformation
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Grant and FundingOpen
Outaouais Tourism — PDTO 2025-2027 – Digital development of a business
Supports digital transformation of Outaouais tourism businesses
Eligible Funding
- From $5,000 to $30,000
- Up to 90% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
- Accommodation and food services
Types of eligible projects
Digital Transformation
Grant and FundingExpert AdviceOpen
Outaouais Tourism — PDTO 2025-2027 – Studies and Consulting Services
Funding for tourism studies and consulting services
Eligible Funding
- From $25,000 to $90,000
- Up to 25% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
- Accommodation and food services
- Other services (except public administration)
- Public administration
Types of eligible projects
Environment and ClimateHuman ResourcesInnovationDigital Transformation
Grant and FundingOpen
Montréal Tourism — EPRTNT 2025-2027 – Digital development of a business
Support for digital transformation of Montréal tourism businesses
Eligible Funding
- Minimum amount : 35,000 $
- Up to 80% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
- Accommodation and food services
Types of eligible projects
Digital Transformation
Grant and FundingOpen
Montréal Tourism — EPRTNT 2025-2027 – Structuring of the regional tourism offering
Support for structuring Montréal regional tourism projects
Eligible Funding
- Minimum amount : 35,000 $
- Up to 80% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
- Accommodation and food services
Types of eligible projects
Environment and ClimateInnovationDigital Transformation
Grant and FundingClosed
Laurentides Tourism — EPRTNT 2025-2027
Support for innovative tourism and digital transformation projects
Eligible Funding
- No Condition
Eligible Industries
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
- Accommodation and food services
Types of eligible projects
Digital Transformation
Grant and FundingOpen
Côte-Nord Tourism — EPRTNT 2025-2026 – Structuring of the tourism offering
Support for structuring, sustainable tourism projects in Côte-Nord
Eligible Funding
- Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
- Accommodation and food services
Types of eligible projects
Environment and ClimateInnovationDigital Transformation
Grant and FundingOpen
Côte-Nord Tourism — EPRTNT 2025-2026 – Attractions, Activities and Equipments
Support for sustainable tourism attractions, activities and equipment
Eligible Funding
- Up to 80% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
- Accommodation and food services
Types of eligible projects
Construction and Renovation Digital Transformation
Grant and FundingOpen
Cantons-de-l'Est Tourism — EPRTNT 2025-2027 – Numerical
Funding for digital development of Eastern Townships tourism businesses
Eligible Funding
- From $10,000 to $50,000
- Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
- Accommodation and food services
Types of eligible projects
Digital Transformation
Grant and FundingOpen
PSIT — EPRTNT 2026 – Studies and Consulting Services
Support for sustainable tourism consulting and study projects
Eligible Funding
- Minimum amount : 10,000 $
- Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
- Accommodation and food services
Types of eligible projects
Environment and ClimateHuman ResourcesInnovation
Grant and FundingOpen
PSIT — EPRTNT 2026 – Attractions, Activities and Equipments
Support for sustainable tourism attractions, activities and infrastructure
Eligible Funding
- Minimum amount : 25,000 $
- Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
- Accommodation and food services
Types of eligible projects
Grant and FundingExpert AdviceOpen
Abitibi-Témiscamingue Tourism — EPRTNT 2025–2027 — Studies and consulting services
Support for tourism studies and consulting projects
Eligible Funding
- From $10,000 to $20,000
- Up to 80% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
- Accommodation and food services
Types of eligible projects
Environment and ClimateHuman ResourcesInnovationDigital Transformation
Grant and FundingOpen
Abitibi-Témiscamingue Tourism — EPRTNT 2025-2027 – Attractions, activities, and facilities
Support for sustainable tourism attractions, activities and facilities
Eligible Funding
- From $25,000 to $200,000
- Up to 80% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
- Accommodation and food services
Types of eligible projects
Grant and FundingExpert AdviceOpen
Saguenay–Lac-Saint-Jean Tourism — EPRTNT 2025-2027 – Studies and Consulting Services
Support for tourism studies and consulting projects
Eligible Funding
- From $3,000 to $25,000
- Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
- Accommodation and food services
Types of eligible projects
Human ResourcesDigital Transformation
Grant and FundingExpert AdviceOpen
Saguenay–Lac-Saint-Jean Tourism — EPRTNT 2025-2027 – Digital Development of a Company
Support for digital transformation of tourism businesses
Eligible Funding
- From $10,000 to $25,000
- Up to 90% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
- Accommodation and food services
Types of eligible projects
Digital Transformation
Grant and FundingOpen
Saguenay–Lac-Saint-Jean Tourism — EPRTNT 2025-2027 – Festivals and Events
Support for regional tourism festivals and events
Eligible Funding
- Minimum amount : 30,000 $
- Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
- Accommodation and food services
Types of eligible projects
CommercializationEnvironment and ClimateDigital Transformation
Grant and FundingExpert AdviceOpen
Saguenay–Lac-Saint-Jean Tourism — EPRTNT 2025-2027 – Attractions, Activities, and Facilities
Support for developing tourism attractions and facilities
Eligible Funding
- From $30,000 to $99,000
- Up to 90% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
- Accommodation and food services
Types of eligible projects
Environment and ClimateConstruction and Renovation InnovationDigital Transformation
Grant and FundingOpen
Nunavik Tourism — EPRTNT 2025-2027 – Attractions, activities and facilities
Support for sustainable tourism attractions, activities and facilities
Eligible Funding
- From $20,000 to $95,000
- Up to 90% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
- Accommodation and food services
Types of eligible projects
Digital Transformation
Grant and FundingOpen
Nunavik Tourism — EPRTNT 2025-2027 – Digital development
Supports digital business development for Nunavik tourism operators
Eligible Funding
- From $5,000 to $25,000
- Up to 90% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
- Accommodation and food services
- Other services (except public administration)
- Public administration
Types of eligible projects
Digital Transformation
Grant and FundingExpert AdviceOpen
Nunavik Tourism — EPRTNT 2025-2027 – Studies and Consulting Services
Support for tourism consulting, studies and strategic planning
Eligible Funding
- From $20,000 to $95,000
- Up to 90% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
- Accommodation and food services
Types of eligible projects
Environment and ClimateHuman ResourcesInnovationDigital Transformation
Grant and FundingExpert AdviceClosed
Tourisme Côte-Nord — EPRTNT – Studies and consulting services
Support for sustainable tourism development in Côte-Nord
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 15,000 $
- Up to 90% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
- Accommodation and food services
- Other services (except public administration)
- Public administration
Types of eligible projects
Digital Transformation
Grant and FundingOpenClosing Soon
CAF Women in Sport Program 2025-2026
Supports women-focused sport programming within CAF bases and wings
Eligible Funding
- No Condition
Eligible Industries
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
- Public administration
Types of eligible projects
Human Resources
Grant and FundingExpert AdviceOpen
Laurentides Tourism — Regional Partnership and Digital Transformation Agreement in Tourism (EPRTNT) – Studies and consulting services
Supports tourism businesses in the Laurentides with consulting services
Eligible Funding
- From $10,000 to $25,000
- Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
- Accommodation and food services
Types of eligible projects
Environment and ClimateHuman ResourcesInnovationDigital Transformation
Grant and FundingOpenClosing Soon
Tourism Innovation Program — Stream 2 - Support for projects and the development of innovative businesses
Quebec's initiative to foster innovation in tourism industry
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 90,000 $
- Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
- Accommodation and food services
Types of eligible projects
Environment and ClimateHuman ResourcesInnovationDigital Transformation
Grant and FundingClosed
Indigenous Arts Projects
Supports creation, development, and presentation of Indigenous arts projects
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 15,000 $
Eligible Industries
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
Types of eligible projects
Grant and FundingClosed
Financial assistance for nonprofit tenants
Financial support for nonprofit tenants in Montreal's public interest sectors
Eligible Funding
- No Condition
Eligible Industries
- Information and cultural industries
- Health care and social assistance
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
- Other services (except public administration)
Types of eligible projects
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Grant and FundingOpen
Accès-Loisirs
Free recreational and cultural activities for low-income Montreal residents
Eligible Funding
- No Condition
Eligible Industries
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
Types of eligible projects
Grant and FundingClosed
MRC Charlevoix — Support Fund for the Emergence of Business Projects
Funding for business growth and entrepreneurship in Charlevoix
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 100,000 $
- Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
- Manufacturing
- Professional, scientific and technical services
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
Types of eligible projects
TechnologyBusiness BuyoutInnovation
Grant and FundingClosed
Program to help Québec tourism activities, attractions and events go digital — Incoming and fixed-price agencies
Digital transformation support for Quebec's tourism industry
Eligible Funding
- From $10,000 to $60
- Up to 75% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
- Accommodation and food services
Types of eligible projects
Digital Transformation
Grant and FundingClosed
Tourisme Côte-Nord — EPRTNT – Attractions, activities and facilities
Supports responsible and sustainable tourism development in Côte-Nord
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
Environment and ClimateConstruction and Renovation Digital Transformation
Loans and Capital investmentsOpen
Rouyn-Noranda — FLI-FLS – Entrepreneurial Succession
FLI-FLS funds projects and entrepreneurial succession in Rouyn-Noranda
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 250,000 $
- Up to 5% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
- Manufacturing
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
- Accommodation and food services
Types of eligible projects
CommercializationConstruction and Renovation Business BuyoutDigital Transformation
Grant and FundingClosed
Laurentides Tourism — Regional Partnership and Digital Transformation Agreement in Tourism (EPRTNT) – Structuring the regional tourism offering
Supports sustainable development of tourism initiatives in the Laurentides
Eligible Funding
- From $20,000 to $95,000
- Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
- Accommodation and food services
Types of eligible projects
Environment and ClimateInnovationDigital Transformation
Grant and FundingClosed
Group Entrepreneurship Capital Program
Supports real estate projects for Quebec social economy enterprises
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 500,000 $
- Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Finance and insurance
- Educational services
- Health care and social assistance
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
Types of eligible projects
Construction and Renovation
Grant and FundingClosed
Financial assistance for large-scale northern projects
Supports major northern Quebec community and infrastructure development projects
Eligible Funding
- Minimum amount : 200,000 $
- Up to 80% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
- Mining, quarrying, and oil and gas extraction
- Utilities
- Construction
Types of eligible projects
Environment and ClimateInnovation
Grant and FundingClosed
MRC La Matapédia — Regions and Rurality Fund of La Matapédia - 2024 Business Support Policy
Support for business growth in rural La Matapédia
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 150,000 $
- Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
- Professional, scientific and technical services
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
Types of eligible projects
CommercializationBusiness BuyoutDigital Transformation
Grant and FundingClosed
Recreational access for people with functional limitations
Supports inclusive leisure activities for people with functional limitations
Eligible Funding
- No Condition
Eligible Industries
- Health care and social assistance
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
- Other services (except public administration)
- Public administration
Types of eligible projects
Loans and Capital investmentsOpen
Mosaic Fund
Business loans for Quebec's cultural communities entrepreneurs
Eligible Funding
- From $50,000 to $500,000
Eligible Industries
- Construction
- Manufacturing
- Wholesale trade
- Retail trade
Types of eligible projects
Business Buyout
Grant and FundingClosed
MRC Caniapiscau — Signature innovation
Caniapiscau enhances community quality through innovative projects
Eligible Funding
- Up to 80% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
Types of eligible projects
TechnologyHuman ResourcesInnovation
Grant and FundingClosed
Cultural Spaces Grant Program - Critical Capital Assistance Capital Grants
Supports urgent life-safety repairs for Vancouver cultural facilities
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 25,000 $
Eligible Industries
- Information and cultural industries
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
Types of eligible projects
Grant and FundingOpenClosing Soon
Tourism Growth Program (TGP) — Quebec
Tourism Growth Program boosts Quebec's regional tourism attractions
Eligible Funding
- From $60,000 to $250,000
- Up to 15% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
- Accommodation and food services
Types of eligible projects
Environment and Climate
Grant and FundingClosed
MRC L'Islet — Support Fund for Cultural Initiatives (FAIC)
Supporting cultural initiatives in MRC de L'Islet
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 6,000 $
- Up to 80% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
Types of eligible projects
Loans and Capital investmentsOpen
Développement Vaudreuil-Soulanges — FSAET
Tourism project loan with potential to convert to funding
Eligible Funding
- From $10,000 to $250,000
- Up to 15% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
- Accommodation and food services
Types of eligible projects
Grant and FundingClosed
Commemorating the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation
Supports Indigenous-led initiatives commemorating Truth and Reconciliation Day
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 10,000 $
Eligible Industries
- Educational services
- Health care and social assistance
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
- Other services (except public administration)
Types of eligible projects
Grant and FundingOpen
Tourism Innovation Program — Stream 1 - Call for proposals to support the development of innovative solutions
Tourism Innovation Program fosters solutions in Quebec industry
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 150,000 $
Eligible Industries
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
- Accommodation and food services
Types of eligible projects
Environment and ClimateInnovationDigital Transformation
Grant and FundingClosed
Financial assistance for tourism festivals and events — Stream 1
Quebec tourism event funding for sustainable growth
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 1,000,000 $
Eligible Industries
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
- Accommodation and food services
Types of eligible projects
Environment and Climate
Grant and FundingOpen
MRC Kamouraska — Support Program for the Start-up of Religious Heritage Projects
Supports new uses and pilot projects in religious heritage
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 4,000 $
- Up to 10% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
Types of eligible projects
Partnering and CollaborationGrant and FundingOpen
Accès jardins
Expands public green spaces through public-private partnerships
Eligible Funding
- No Condition
Eligible Industries
- Real estate and rental and leasing
- Educational services
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
- Other services (except public administration)
Types of eligible projects
Environment and Climate
Grant and FundingClosed
National Acadian Day funding
Supports public celebrations of Acadian culture and heritage
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 5,000 $
- Up to 100% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Educational services
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
- Other services (except public administration)
- Public administration
Types of eligible projects
Grant and FundingClosed
MRC Charlevoix-Est — Cultural Development
Charlevoix-Est Cultural Development Project Grant Opportunity
Eligible Funding
- Minimum amount : 500 $
- Up to 80% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
Types of eligible projects
Innovation
Grant and FundingClosed
MRC Charlevoix-Est — Signature Innovation Fund
Innovation funding for sustainable tourism in Charlevoix-Est
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 150,000 $
- Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Transportation and warehousing
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
- Accommodation and food services
- Other services (except public administration)
Types of eligible projects
Environment and ClimateConstruction and Renovation Innovation
Grant and FundingClosed
Mitis MRC — Regional and Rural Fund (RRF) - Component 1
Supports regional development in agriculture, tourism, and transportation
Eligible Funding
- No Condition
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
- Transportation and warehousing
- Educational services
- Health care and social assistance
Types of eligible projects
CommercializationEnvironment and ClimateBusiness Buyout
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