Updated June 2026

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.

1115 programs available

Grant and FundingOpen
Municipality of North Cowichan — Grant-in-Aid
Municipality of North Cowichan
Annual municipal funding for local community organizations
North Cowichan, BC, Canada
Closing date : October 15, 2026
Eligible Funding
- From $350 to $38,600
Eligible Industries
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
- Other services (except public administration)
- Public administration
Types of eligible projects
Construction and Renovation
North Cowichan, BC, Canada
Closing date : October 15, 2026
Grant and FundingOpen
National Cost-Sharing Program for Heritage Places
Parks Canada
Supports conservation of nationally significant heritage places
Canada
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Types of eligible projects
Canada
Grant and FundingOpen
Non-profit SMART Grants
Columbia Basin Trust
Funding for energy and climate projects
BC, Canada
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 150,000 $
- Up to 75% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Utilities
- Transportation and warehousing
- Educational services
- Health care and social assistance
Types of eligible projects
TechnologyEnvironment and ClimateConstruction and Renovation
BC, Canada
Grant and FundingOpen
Nova Grants
The Jewish Community Foundation of Montreal (JCF)
Funding for innovative community programs
Montreal, Quebec, Canada
Open Date : February 3, 2026
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 50,000 $
Eligible Industries
- Educational services
- Health care and social assistance
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
Types of eligible projects
Innovation
Montreal, Quebec, Canada
Open Date : February 3, 2026
Grant and FundingOpen
Nova Scotia Trail Maintenance Program
Department of Communities, Culture, Tourism and Heritage of Nova Scotia
Funding for trail maintenance and emergency repairs
NS, Canada
Open Date : April 1, 2026
Closing date : December 1, 2026
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 1,000 $
- Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
Types of eligible projects
Environment and ClimateConstruction and Renovation
NS, Canada
Open Date : April 1, 2026
Closing date : December 1, 2026
Grant and FundingOpen
OAC — Diffusion – French-language projects
Ontario Arts Council (OAC)
Supporting French-language arts presenters in Ontario
Ontario, Canada
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Eligible Industries
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
Types of eligible projects
Commercialization
Ontario, Canada
Grant and FundingOpen
OAC — Market Development Travel
Ontario Arts Council (OAC)
Travel support for promoting Ontario artists
Ontario, Canada
Open Date : April 1, 2026
Closing date : January 15, 2027
Eligible Funding
- From $1,000 to $2,000
Eligible Industries
- Information and cultural industries
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
Types of eligible projects
Commercialization
Ontario, Canada
Open Date : April 1, 2026
Closing date : January 15, 2027
Other SupportOpen
Operating Assistance
British Columbia Arts Council (BCAC)
Annual operating support for BC arts organizations
BC, Canada
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Eligible Industries
- Information and cultural industries
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
Types of eligible projects
BC, Canada
Grant and FundingOpen
Oshki Wupoowane | The Blanket Fund - Reconciliation Action Grants
The Gord Downie & Chanie Wenjack Fund (DWF)
Funding for reconciliation initiatives and cultural revitalization
Canada
Eligible Funding
- From $1,500 to $15,000
Eligible Industries
- Educational services
- Health care and social assistance
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
- Other services (except public administration)
Types of eligible projects
Canada
Grant and FundingOpen
PacifiCan — Economic Development Initiative (EDI)
Pacific Economic Development Canada (PacifiCan)
Funding to support francophone businesses and communities in British Columbia
BC, Canada
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Eligible Industries
- Information and cultural industries
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
Types of eligible projects
CommercializationInnovation
BC, Canada
Grant and FundingOpen
Port Coquitlam Community Foundation - Capacity Building Grant
PoCo Community Foundation (PCCF)
Supports arts and heritage organizational capacity
Port Coquitlam, BC, Canada
Closing date : October 2, 2026
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 5,000 $
Eligible Industries
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
Types of eligible projects
Port Coquitlam, BC, Canada
Closing date : October 2, 2026
Grant and FundingOpen
Port Coquitlam Community Foundation - Community Grant
PoCo Community Foundation (PCCF)
Funding for innovative community projects in Port Coquitlam
Port Coquitlam, BC, Canada
Closing date : October 2, 2026
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 5,000 $
Eligible Industries
- Health care and social assistance
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
Types of eligible projects
Port Coquitlam, BC, Canada
Closing date : October 2, 2026
Grant and FundingOpen
Port Coquitlam Community Foundation - Professional Development Grant
PoCo Community Foundation (PCCF)
Support for arts and heritage professional growth
Port Coquitlam, BC, Canada
Closing date : October 2, 2026
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 1,000 $
Eligible Industries
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
Types of eligible projects
Port Coquitlam, BC, Canada
Closing date : October 2, 2026
Grant and FundingOpen
Port Coquitlam Community Foundation - Projects Grant
PoCo Community Foundation (PCCF)
Funding for local arts and heritage projects
Port Coquitlam, BC, Canada
Closing date : October 2, 2026
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 5,000 $
Eligible Industries
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
Types of eligible projects
Port Coquitlam, BC, Canada
Closing date : October 2, 2026
Grant and FundingOpen
PrairiesCan — Economic Development Initiative
Prairies Economic Development Canada (PrairiesCan)
Support for Francophone economic development projects
Alberta, Manitoba, Saskatchewan, Canada
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Eligible Industries
- Professional, scientific and technical services
- Educational services
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
- Accommodation and food services
Types of eligible projects
CommercializationEnvironment and Climate
Alberta, Manitoba, Saskatchewan, Canada
Grant and FundingOpen
Première Ovation - Heritage
Quebec City, Première Ovation
Supports heritage projects in Quebec City or Wendake
Quebec City, Wendake, Quebec
Closing date : November 15, 2026
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Eligible Industries
- Information and cultural industries
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
Types of eligible projects
Quebec City, Wendake, Quebec
Closing date : November 15, 2026
Expert AdviceOpen
Première Ovation - Multi Arts
Quebec City, Première Ovation
Funding for multidisciplinary artistic projects
Quebec, Canada
Closing date : October 15, 2026
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Eligible Industries
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
Types of eligible projects
Quebec, Canada
Closing date : October 15, 2026
Grant and FundingOpen
Première Ovation - Visual Arts, Media Arts, and Crafts
Quebec City
Support for artistic creation and first publications
Quebec City, Quebec, Canada
Closing date : October 1, 2026
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Eligible Industries
- Information and cultural industries
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
Types of eligible projects
Quebec City, Quebec, Canada
Closing date : October 1, 2026
Grant and FundingOpen
Prix du mérite en interprétation du patrimoine, volet carrière
AQIP
Recognition for a career in heritage interpretation
Canada
Closing date : September 4, 2026
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Eligible Industries
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
Types of eligible projects
Canada
Closing date : September 4, 2026
Grant and FundingOpen
Prix Sépaq de l'interprète de l'année.
AQIP
Recognition for heritage interpretation excellence
Quebec, Canada
Closing date : September 4, 2026
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Eligible Industries
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
Types of eligible projects
Quebec, Canada
Closing date : September 4, 2026
Grant and FundingOpen
Programme de bibliothèque de recherche
The Gladys Krieble Delmas Foundation
Support for research library scholarship
Canada
Open Date : February 3, 2026
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Eligible Industries
- Information and cultural industries
- Educational services
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
Types of eligible projects
Technology
Canada
Open Date : February 3, 2026
Grant and FundingOpen
Programme de soutien financier aux organismes culturels
Ville de Granby
Support for accredited cultural organizations in Granby
Granby, Quebec, Canada
Open Date : February 3, 2026
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 1,000 $
Eligible Industries
- Information and cultural industries
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
Types of eligible projects
Granby, Quebec, Canada
Open Date : February 3, 2026
Grant and FundingOpen
QEPD — Hurricane Fiona Recovery Fund - CED (QC)
Canada Economic Development for Quebec Regions (CED)
Funding to address impacts of Hurricane Fiona
Quebec, Canada
Open Date : September 23, 2022
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
- Other services (except public administration)
Types of eligible projects
Environment and ClimateConstruction and Renovation
Quebec, Canada
Open Date : September 23, 2022
Expert AdviceOpen
Regeneration Works - Launch Pad Grant
National Trust for Canada (NTC)
Free coaching support for heritage community groups
Canada
Open Date : February 3, 2026
Eligible Funding
- From $3,000 to $5,000
Eligible Industries
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
Types of eligible projects
Human Resources
Canada
Open Date : February 3, 2026
Grant and FundingOpen
Regional Action Support Program (RASP)
Government of Québec
Support for regional actions in Capitale-Nationale and Lévis
Quebec, Canada
Open Date : February 3, 2026
Eligible Funding
- Up to 30% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
- Accommodation and food services
- Other services (except public administration)
- Public administration
Types of eligible projects
CommercializationEnvironment and Climate
Quebec, Canada
Open Date : February 3, 2026
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Grant and FundingOpen
Regional partnership and digital transformation agreement for tourism 2022-2025 – Attractions, activities and facilities
Tourisme Saguenay–Lac-Saint-Jean, Government of Québec, Investissement Québec (IQ)
Supporting digital transformation in tourism for sustainable growth
Quebec, Canada
Open Date : June 1, 2022
Eligible Funding
- From $30,000 to $95,000
- 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
Construction and Renovation
Quebec, Canada
Open Date : June 1, 2022
Partnering and CollaborationGrant and FundingExpert AdviceOpen
Regional Partnership and Digital Transformation Agreement in Tourism – Gaspésie (EPRTNT) 2025–2027
Gaspésie Tourism (TG)
Funding for tourism development and digital transformation
Quebec, Canada
Closing date : August 26, 2026
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 200,000 $
- Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
- Accommodation and food services
Types of eligible projects
Artificial Intelligence (AI)TechnologyConstruction and Renovation Digital Transformation
Quebec, Canada
Closing date : August 26, 2026
Grant and FundingOpen
Regional transport fund
Loisir et Sport Lanaudière
Support for transport costs in Quebec
Quebec, Canada
Open Date : April 1, 2026
Closing date : March 31, 2027
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 15,000 $
- Up to 80% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
Types of eligible projects
Quebec, Canada
Open Date : April 1, 2026
Closing date : March 31, 2027
Grant and FundingOpen
Rio Tinto Alcan Canada - Rio Tinto Aluminum Canada Fund
RioTinto Alcan
Support for community social and environmental initiatives
Canada
Open Date : February 3, 2026
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Eligible Industries
- Information and cultural industries
- Educational services
- Health care and social assistance
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
Types of eligible projects
Environment and ClimateInnovation
Canada
Open Date : February 3, 2026
Grant and FundingOpen
Rockland Trust — Community Giving
Rockland Trust
Community funding for local nonprofits and organizations
Canada
Closing date : October 16, 2026
Eligible Funding
- From $2,500 to $10,000
Eligible Industries
- Educational services
- Health care and social assistance
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
- Other services (except public administration)
Types of eligible projects
Construction and Renovation Human ResourcesDigital Transformation
Canada
Closing date : October 16, 2026
Grant and FundingOpen
Rural Economy Fund
Government of New Brunswick
Support for rural economic growth in New Brunswick
NB, Canada
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 1,000,000 $
- Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Public administration
Types of eligible projects
CommercializationConstruction and Renovation
NB, Canada
Grant and FundingOpen
Salmo Valley Fund
Salmo Community Resource Society
Community funding for local quality-of-life projects
BC, Canada
Closing date : October 30, 2026
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Eligible Industries
- Information and cultural industries
- Educational services
- Health care and social assistance
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
Types of eligible projects
Environment and Climate
BC, Canada
Closing date : October 30, 2026
Grant and FundingOpen
SaskFestivals
Saskatchewan Arts Board
Funding for festival organizations and series presenters
Saskatchewan, Canada
Eligible Funding
- From $10,000 to $9,000
Eligible Industries
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
Types of eligible projects
Saskatchewan, Canada
Partnering and CollaborationGrant and FundingOpen
Share and Connect: Indigenous Community Arts
Saskatchewan Arts Board
Supports Indigenous arts and cultural development
Saskatchewan, Canada
Eligible Funding
- From $500 to $20,000
Eligible Industries
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
Types of eligible projects
Saskatchewan, Canada
Grant and FundingOpen
Sponsorship Programs
Atlantic Lottery
Support for music projects and events
Canada
Closing date : September 1, 2026
Eligible Funding
- Minimum amount : 2,500 $
Eligible Industries
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
Types of eligible projects
Canada
Closing date : September 1, 2026
Grant and FundingOpen
Stark Family Fund
Community Foundation for Kingston & Area (CFKA)
Funding for community projects in Prince Edward County
Ontario, Canada
Eligible Funding
- From $1,500 to $12,875
Eligible Industries
- Educational services
- Health care and social assistance
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
- Other services (except public administration)
Types of eligible projects
Ontario, Canada
Grant and FundingOpen
Subsidies and scholarships - leisure
Loisirs Laurentides
Funding for leisure and sports projects in Quebec
Quebec, Canada
Open Date : February 23, 2026
Eligible Funding
- From $125 to $300,000
- Up to 90% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Educational services
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
- Public administration
Types of eligible projects
Construction and Renovation
Quebec, Canada
Open Date : February 23, 2026
Grant and FundingOpen
Summer camp accessibility grants
Generations Fund
Support for Jewish summer camp fees
Quebec, Canada
Closing date : August 1, 2026
Eligible Funding
- From $700 to $1,000
Eligible Industries
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
Types of eligible projects
Quebec, Canada
Closing date : August 1, 2026
Other SupportResearchers And FacilitiesPartnering and CollaborationExpert AdviceOpen
Synchronex
CCTT Network - Synchronex
Innovation support across Quebec
Quebec, Canada
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
- Manufacturing
- Transportation and warehousing
- Professional, scientific and technical services
Types of eligible projects
CommercializationArtificial Intelligence (AI)TechnologyEnvironment and ClimateInnovationDigital Transformation
Quebec, Canada
Grant and FundingOpen
TD Bank Group - Corporate Donations and Sponsorships
TD Bank, The Toronto-Dominion Bank (TD)
Funding for community-based projects and events
Canada
Closing date : June 15, 2026
Eligible Funding
- Up to 20% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Information and cultural industries
- Educational services
- Health care and social assistance
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
Types of eligible projects
Environment and Climate
Canada
Closing date : June 15, 2026
Grant and FundingOpen
The Heritage Community Improvement Plan Program
City of Ottawa
Supports restoration and integration of designated heritage buildings in Ottawa
Ottawa, Ontario, Canada
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 500,000 $
- Up to 75% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Construction
- Real estate and rental and leasing
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
Types of eligible projects
Ottawa, Ontario, Canada
Grant and FundingOpen
The Leflar Foundation
The Eva Leflar Foundation
Support for children and youth opportunities
Ontario, Canada
Closing date : October 1, 2026
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Eligible Industries
- Educational services
- Health care and social assistance
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
- Other services (except public administration)
Types of eligible projects
Ontario, Canada
Closing date : October 1, 2026
Grant and FundingOpen
The Marie Hélène Allain Fellowship
Sheila Hugh Mackay Foundation (SHMF)
Support for mid-career New Brunswick artists
NB, Canada
Eligible Funding
- From $10,000 to $10,000
Eligible Industries
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
Types of eligible projects
NB, Canada
Grant and FundingOpen
The Norfolk Community Foundation
The Town of Simcoe Foundation
Funding for local charitable community projects
Ontario, Canada
Closing date : October 31, 2026
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Eligible Industries
- Educational services
- Health care and social assistance
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
- Other services (except public administration)
Types of eligible projects
Ontario, Canada
Closing date : October 31, 2026
Grant and FundingOpen
The Ontario Trillium Foundation - Capital Grants
Ontario Trillium Foundation (OTF)
Funding to improve community spaces
Ontario, Canada
Eligible Funding
- From $10,000 to $200,000
Eligible Industries
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
- Other services (except public administration)
- Public administration
Types of eligible projects
Construction and Renovation
Ontario, Canada
Grant and FundingOpen
The Sifton Family Foundation
The Mowbray and Doris Sifton Family Foundation (SFF)
Supports community well-being, literacy, and recreation initiatives
Ontario, Canada
Open Date : February 3, 2026
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 25,000 $
Eligible Industries
- Educational services
- Health care and social assistance
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
- Other services (except public administration)
Types of eligible projects
Ontario, Canada
Open Date : February 3, 2026
Grant and FundingOpen
The Temiskaming Foundation - For Kids Sake Fund
Tri-Town Foundation (TTF)
Funding for youth community recreation programs
Canada
Closing date : September 29, 2026
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 5,000 $
Eligible Industries
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
Types of eligible projects
Canada
Closing date : September 29, 2026
Grant and FundingOpen
The Temiskaming Foundation - Historic Cobalt Legacy Fund
Tri-Town Foundation (TTF)
Funding for Cobalt heritage and community projects
Cobalt, Ontario, Canada
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Eligible Industries
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
Types of eligible projects
Cobalt, Ontario, Canada
Loans and Capital investmentsOpen
Tourism Financing Assistance - Long Term Loan
Government of Prince Edward Island (PEI), Finance PEI
Long-term financing for tourism operators
PE, Canada
Open Date : July 9, 2024
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Eligible Industries
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
- Accommodation and food services
Types of eligible projects
PE, Canada
Open Date : July 9, 2024
Loans and Capital investmentsOpen
Tourism Financing Assistance — Operating Loan
Government of Prince Edward Island (PEI), Finance PEI
Loan to finance tourism operating costs in Prince Edward Island (PEI)
PE, Canada
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 Business Buyout
PE, Canada
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Grant and FundingOpen
Tourism Growth Program (TGP)
Government of Canada
Boost your company's growth and sustainability with targeted tourism investments
Canada
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 250,000 $
- Up to 15% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
Types of eligible projects
Canada
Grant and FundingOpen
Tourisme Baie-James — EPRTNT – Structuring the tourism offer
Tourisme Baie-James
Funding for regional tourism offer development
Quebec, Canada
Closing date : October 31, 2026
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 200,000 $
- Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
- Accommodation and food services
Types of eligible projects
Digital Transformation
Quebec, Canada
Closing date : October 31, 2026
Other SupportOpen
Vivacité
Conseil des arts et des lettres du Québec (CALQ)
Support for diverse artists and writers in Québec
Quebec, Canada
Open Date : June 8, 2026
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Eligible Industries
- Information and cultural industries
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
Types of eligible projects
Quebec, Canada
Open Date : June 8, 2026
Grant and FundingOpen
Wildlife Conservation
Audain Foundation
Support for wildlife conservation initiatives in British Columbia
BC, Canada
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Eligible Industries
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
Types of eligible projects
Environment and Climate
BC, Canada
Wage Subsidies And InternsOpen
Young Canada Works in Both Official Languages (students) (YCWBOL)
Canadian Heritage
Short-term work placements for bilingual students in minority communities
Canada
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Eligible Industries
- Information and cultural industries
- Educational services
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
Types of eligible projects
Human Resources
Canada
Wage Subsidies And InternsOpen
Young Canada Works in Heritage Organizations (students) (YCWHO)
Canadian Heritage
Employment opportunities for students in Canadian heritage organizations
Canada
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Eligible Industries
- Information and cultural industries
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
Types of eligible projects
Human Resources
Canada
Grant and FundingOpen
Yukon Heritage Training Fund
Yukon Historical & Museums Association
Training fund for Yukon heritage workers
Yukon, Canada
Closing date : July 15, 2026
Eligible Funding
- Up to 90% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
Types of eligible projects
Human Resources
Yukon, Canada
Closing date : July 15, 2026
Grant and FundingSuspended
French Language Services Program
Government of Nunavut
Supports initiatives promoting and protecting Nunavut's Francophone community
Nunavut, Canada
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 50,000 $
Eligible Industries
- Information and cultural industries
- Educational services
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
- Other services (except public administration)
Types of eligible projects
Nunavut, Canada
Loans and Capital investmentsClosed
Program Supporting the Development of Tourist Attractions — Stream 1
Investissement Québec (IQ), Government of Québec
Loans to develop Quebec tourist attractions
Quebec, Canada
Open Date : April 6, 2023
Closing date : December 31, 2025
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
Quebec, Canada
Open Date : April 6, 2023
Closing date : December 31, 2025
Grant and FundingClosed
Celebrate Canada Funding Program
Canadian Heritage
Supports community activities celebrating Canadian culture and diversity
Canada
Open Date : October 10, 2025
Closing date : November 21, 2025
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
Canada
Open Date : October 10, 2025
Closing date : November 21, 2025
Grant and FundingClosed
Le Fonds d’initiatives locales (FIL) Village
PME MTL (PME)
Financial support for local socio-economic and cultural projects
Montreal, Quebec, Canada
Open Date : September 18, 2025
Closing date : November 28, 2025
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
Montreal, Quebec, Canada
Open Date : September 18, 2025
Closing date : November 28, 2025
Partnering and CollaborationGrant and FundingWage Subsidies And InternsClosed
Official Languages Support Programs
Canadian Heritage
Supports official language minority communities and promotes bilingualism
Quebec, Canada
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Eligible Industries
- Information and cultural industries
- Educational services
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
- Other services (except public administration)
Types of eligible projects
Human ResourcesInnovation
Quebec, Canada
Grant and FundingClosed
Tourism Growth Program in Northern Ontario
Federal Economic Development Agency for Northern Ontario (FedNor)
Funding for tourism growth in Northern Ontario
Ontario, Canada
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 250,000 $
- Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
- Accommodation and food services
Types of eligible projects
Ontario, Canada
Grant and FundingClosed
Theatrical documentary program
Telefilm Canada
Funding for feature-length documentary projects
Quebec, Canada
Open Date : March 19, 2024
Closing date : April 11, 2024
Eligible Funding
- From $400,000 to $500,000
- Up to 49% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
Types of eligible projects
Quebec, Canada
Open Date : March 19, 2024
Closing date : April 11, 2024
Grant and FundingClosed
Rural Economic Development program — Economic Diversification and Competitiveness Stream
Government of Ontario, Ontario Ministry of Agriculture, Food and Agribusiness (OMAFRA)
Funding for rural economic growth projects
Ontario, Canada
Closing date : February 21, 2024
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 250,000 $
- Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Retail trade
- Information and cultural industries
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
- Public administration
Types of eligible projects
Ontario, Canada
Closing date : February 21, 2024
Grant and FundingClosed
Celebration and Commemoration Program
Canadian Heritage
Funding for commemorative and celebratory pandemic recovery initiatives
Quebec, Canada
Closing date : January 31, 2022
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
Quebec, Canada
Closing date : January 31, 2022
Grant and FundingExpert AdviceClosed
EPRTNT — Studies and consulting services
Tourisme Cantons-de-l'Est
Funding for tourism studies and consulting support
Quebec, Canada
Open Date : October 8, 2025
Closing date : November 30, 2025
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 50,000 $
- Up to 30% 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
Digital Transformation
Quebec, Canada
Open Date : October 8, 2025
Closing date : November 30, 2025
Grant and FundingClosed
Indigenous Languages Program - Indigenous Languages Component - First Nations Languages Funding Model
Canadian Heritage, Government of Canada
Supports revitalization and maintenance of First Nations languages
Quebec, Canada
Closing date : November 12, 2025
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 150,000 $
- 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
Construction and Renovation Human Resources
Quebec, Canada
Closing date : November 12, 2025
Grant and FundingClosed
Laurentides Tourism — Regional Partnership and Digital Transformation Agreement in Tourism (EPRTNT) – Digital development of a company
Laurentides Tourism
Supports digital transformation projects for tourism businesses in Laurentides
Quebec, Canada
Closing date : December 15, 2025
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
Quebec, Canada
Closing date : December 15, 2025
Grant and FundingClosed
QEPD — Diversify your economy - CED (QC)
Canada Economic Development for Quebec Regions (CED)
Support for regional economic development in Quebec
Quebec, Canada
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
Quebec, Canada
Grant and FundingClosed
Regions and Rurality Fund (RRF) - Component 1 - Support for regional outreach
Government of Québec
Supports regional projects impacting Quebec's territories and communities
Quebec, Canada
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
Quebec, Canada
Grant and FundingClosed
CAF Women in Sport Program 2025-2026
Canadian Forces Morale and Welfare Services (CFMWS)
Supports women’s sports programming at bases and wings
Canada
Closing date : April 13, 2026
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Eligible Industries
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
- Public administration
Types of eligible projects
Human Resources
Canada
Closing date : April 13, 2026
Grant and FundingClosed
Centre-du-Québec Tourism — EPRTNT 2025-2027 – Attractions, activities and facilities
Centre-du-Québec Tourism
Funding for regional tourism development
Canada
Open Date : September 21, 2026
Closing date : November 6, 2026
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 65,000 $
Eligible Industries
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
- Accommodation and food services
Types of eligible projects
Digital Transformation
Canada
Open Date : September 21, 2026
Closing date : November 6, 2026
Grant and FundingClosed
Centre-du-Québec Tourism — EPRTNT 2025-2027 – Studies and Consulting Services
Centre-du-Québec Tourism
Regional funding for tourism development projects
Canada
Open Date : September 21, 2026
Closing date : November 6, 2026
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 25,000 $
Eligible Industries
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
- Accommodation and food services
Types of eligible projects
Digital Transformation
Canada
Open Date : September 21, 2026
Closing date : November 6, 2026
Grant and FundingClosed
Charlevoix Tourism — EPRTNT 2025-2027 – Digital development of a business
Charlevoix Tourism
Support for digital development of Charlevoix tourism businesses
Canada
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
Canada
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Grant and FundingClosed
Charlevoix Tourism — EPRTNT 2025-2027 – Structuring the regional tourism offering
Charlevoix Tourism
Support for structuring, regional tourism development projects
Canada
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
Canada
Grant and FundingClosed
Côte-Nord Tourism — EPRTNT 2025-2026 – Structuring of the tourism offering
Tourisme Côte-Nord (CED)
Support for structuring, sustainable tourism projects in Côte-Nord
Canada
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 49,500 $
- Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
- Accommodation and food services
Types of eligible projects
Environment and ClimateInnovationDigital Transformation
Canada
Grant and FundingClosed
Laurentides Tourism — EPRTNT 2025-2027
Laurentides Tourism
Support for innovative tourism and digital transformation projects
Canada
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Eligible Industries
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
- Accommodation and food services
Types of eligible projects
Digital Transformation
Canada
Grant and FundingExpert AdviceClosed
Tourisme Côte-Nord — EPRTNT – Studies and consulting services
Tourisme Côte-Nord (CED), Quebec Ministry of Tourism (MTO)
Funding for tourism studies and consulting services
Quebec, Canada
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 15,000 $
- Up to 90% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
- Accommodation and food services
Types of eligible projects
TechnologyEnvironment and ClimateHuman ResourcesInnovationDigital Transformation
Quebec, Canada
Grant and FundingClosed
Assistance program for Festivals, Events and Museum exhibitions
Tourisme Montréal
Tourisme Montréal supports tourism-driven events in Montréal
Montreal, Quebec, Canada
Open Date : August 13, 2026
Closing date : September 10, 2026
Eligible Funding
- Minimum amount : 10,000 $
- Up to 10% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
Types of eligible projects
Commercialization
Montreal, Quebec, Canada
Open Date : August 13, 2026
Closing date : September 10, 2026
Partnering and CollaborationGrant and FundingClosed
Call for artists - creating artworks with residents of Villeray
City of Montreal (MTL)
Collaborative art workshops engaging Villeray’s green alley residents
Montreal, Quebec, Canada
Closing date : April 25, 2025
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Eligible Industries
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
Types of eligible projects
Environment and Climate
Montreal, Quebec, Canada
Closing date : April 25, 2025
Grant and FundingClosed
Call for projects showcasing Sherbrooke’s intangible heritage
Ville de Sherbrooke
Supports innovative projects promoting Sherbrooke's intangible cultural heritage
Sherbrooke, Quebec, Canada
Closing date : May 5, 2025
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Eligible Industries
- Information and cultural industries
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
Types of eligible projects
Innovation
Sherbrooke, Quebec, Canada
Closing date : May 5, 2025
Grant and FundingClosed
Commemorating the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation
Canadian Heritage
Supports Indigenous-led initiatives commemorating Truth and Reconciliation Day
Canada
Closing date : January 23, 2025
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
Canada
Closing date : January 23, 2025
Grant and FundingClosed
Cultural Development Fund
RCM Vallée-Du-Richelieu
Support for innovative cultural projects in La Vallée-du-Richelieu
Quebec, Canada
Open Date : December 8, 2025
Closing date : February 8, 2026
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Eligible Industries
- Information and cultural industries
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
Types of eligible projects
Quebec, Canada
Open Date : December 8, 2025
Closing date : February 8, 2026
Grant and FundingClosed
Cultural Spaces Grant Program - Critical Capital Assistance Capital Grants
City of Vancouver
Supports urgent life-safety repairs for Vancouver cultural facilities
Vancouver, BC, Canada
Closing date : November 28, 2025
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 25,000 $
Eligible Industries
- Information and cultural industries
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
Types of eligible projects
Vancouver, BC, Canada
Closing date : November 28, 2025
Grant and FundingClosed
Digital Museums Canada — Digital Projects
Digital Museums Canada (DMC)
Funding for accessible digital storytelling projects
Canada
Open Date : June 15, 2025
Closing date : December 1, 2025
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 250,000 $
Eligible Industries
- Information and cultural industries
- Educational services
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
Types of eligible projects
Digital Transformation
Canada
Open Date : June 15, 2025
Closing date : December 1, 2025
Partnering and CollaborationGrant and FundingClosed
Environmentally responsible production, dissemination, promotion and consolidation or resource-pooling
Conseil des arts de Montréal (CAM)
Funding for eco-responsible arts initiatives
Montreal, Quebec, Canada
Closing date : April 15, 2026
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 30,000 $
- Up to 80% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
Types of eligible projects
Environment and Climate
Montreal, Quebec, Canada
Closing date : April 15, 2026
Grant and FundingClosed
Financial assistance for large-scale northern projects
Government of Québec
Supports major northern Quebec community and infrastructure development projects
Quebec, Canada
Closing date : July 4, 2025
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
Quebec, Canada
Closing date : July 4, 2025
Grant and FundingClosed
Financial assistance for nonprofit tenants
City of Montreal (MTL)
Financial support for nonprofit tenants in Montreal's public interest sectors
Montreal, Quebec, Canada
Closing date : August 29, 2025
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Eligible Industries
- Information and cultural industries
- Health care and social assistance
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
- Other services (except public administration)
Types of eligible projects
Montreal, Quebec, Canada
Closing date : August 29, 2025
Grant and FundingClosed
Financial assistance for tourism festivals and events — Stream 1
Government of Québec
Supports tourism festivals and events in Quebec
Quebec, Canada
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 1,250,000 $
Eligible Industries
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
Types of eligible projects
Environment and Climate
Quebec, Canada
Grant and FundingClosed
Financial assistance program for businesses in physical activities (PAFEMAP)
Ministry of Education of Quebec, Government of Québec
Financial support for workplace physical activity initiatives
Quebec, Canada
Open Date : April 15, 2025
Closing date : June 15, 2025
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 200,000 $
- Up to 80% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Educational services
- Health care and social assistance
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
Types of eligible projects
Human Resources
Quebec, Canada
Open Date : April 15, 2025
Closing date : June 15, 2025
Grant and FundingClosed
Group Entrepreneurship Capital Program
Investissement Québec (IQ)
Supports building projects for social economy enterprises
Quebec, Canada
Open Date : September 8, 2025
Closing date : October 24, 2025
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
Quebec, Canada
Open Date : September 8, 2025
Closing date : October 24, 2025
Grant and FundingClosed
Îles-de-la-madeleine — Vitalization frame - Component 2
Municipalité des Îles-de-la-Madeleine
Supports local economic, social, and cultural development initiatives
Les Iles-de-la-Madeleine, Quebec, Canada
Open Date : March 1, 2026
Closing date : March 30, 2026
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 100,000 $
- Up to 90% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Educational services
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
- Public administration
Types of eligible projects
Environment and ClimateConstruction and Renovation Human Resources
Les Iles-de-la-Madeleine, Quebec, Canada
Open Date : March 1, 2026
Closing date : March 30, 2026
Grant and FundingClosed
Indigenous Arts Projects
Toronto Arts Council (TAO)
Supports creation, development, and presentation of Indigenous arts projects
Toronto, Ontario, Canada
Closing date : October 15, 2025
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 15,000 $
- Up to 100% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
Types of eligible projects
Toronto, Ontario, Canada
Closing date : October 15, 2025
Grant and FundingClosed
Laurentides Tourism — Regional Partnership and Digital Transformation Agreement in Tourism (EPRTNT) – Attractions, activities, and amenities
Laurentides Tourism
Supports sustainable tourism development projects in the Laurentians region
Quebec, Canada
Closing date : December 15, 2025
Eligible Funding
- From $30,000 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
Quebec, Canada
Closing date : December 15, 2025
Grant and FundingClosed
Laurentides Tourism — Regional Partnership and Digital Transformation Agreement in Tourism (EPRTNT) – Structuring the regional tourism offering
Laurentides Tourism
Supports sustainable development of tourism initiatives in the Laurentides
Quebec, Canada
Closing date : December 15, 2025
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
Quebec, Canada
Closing date : December 15, 2025
Tax CreditsClosed
Laval Économique — Tax credit – Urban Expansion
Laval Economique
Property tax credit for non-residential construction or renovations
Laval, Quebec, Canada
Closing date : December 31, 2025
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 1,600,000 $
- Up to 100% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Manufacturing
- Administrative and support, waste management and remediation services
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
Types of eligible projects
Environment and Climate
Laval, Quebec, Canada
Closing date : December 31, 2025
Grant and FundingClosed
Mitis MRC — Regional and Rural Fund (RRF) - Component 1
La Mitis RCM
Supports regional projects in La Mitis
Quebec, Canada
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
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
Quebec, Canada
Partnering and CollaborationGrant and FundingClosed
MRC Caniapiscau — Signature innovation
MRC de Caniapiscau (MRC)
Funding for innovative local development projects
Fermont, Quebec, Canada
Closing date : December 31, 2025
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Eligible Industries
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
Types of eligible projects
Construction and Renovation
Fermont, Quebec, Canada
Closing date : December 31, 2025
Grant and FundingExpert AdviceClosed
MRC Charlevoix — Support Fund for the Emergence of Business Projects
MRC Charlevoix (MRC)
Funding for business project feasibility and expert analysis
Baie-Saint-Paul, Quebec, Canada
Open Date : January 1, 2024
Closing date : April 30, 2024
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 10,000 $
- 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
Baie-Saint-Paul, Quebec, Canada
Open Date : January 1, 2024
Closing date : April 30, 2024

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