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Grants and Funding for Young Entrepreneurs

This directory focuses on funding where a founder’s age, career stage, or early entrepreneurial path may matter. Use it to compare applicant definitions, business maturity, project purpose, eligible costs, evidence, and timing. Broaden the search by province, industry, startup stage, or project type when age is only one part of the funding fit.

1323 programs
  • City of Hamilton logo
    Grant and FundingOpen

    Learning, Earning and Parenting Program (LEAP)

    Support for young parents completing school
    Eligible Funding
    Maximum amount : 500 $
    Eligible Industries
    Educational services
    Types of eligible projects
    Digital Transformation
    Legal Structure
    Non-profit
    Ontario, Quebec, Canada
  • City of Kitchener logo
    Grant and FundingOpen

    Leisure Access (fee assistance)

    Fee assistance for local recreation programs
    Eligible Funding
    From $400 to $400
    Eligible Industries
    Arts, entertainment and recreation
    Types of eligible projects
    Innovation
    Legal Structure
    Non-profit
    Kitchener, Ontario, Canada
  • County of Brant logo
    Grant and FundingOpen

    Leisure Involvement for Everyone (LIFE) program

    Financial support for local recreation participation
    Eligible Funding
    Varies by project
    Eligible Industries
    Arts, entertainment and recreation
    Types of eligible projects
    Innovation
    Legal Structure
    Public or Parapublic institution
    Ontario, Canada
  • City of Barrie logo
    Other SupportOpen

    Licence 2 Ride

    Free transit and recreation access for Barrie youth
    Eligible Funding
    Varies by project
    Types of eligible projects
    Timeline
    Open Date : May 4, 2026
    Barrie, Ontario, Canada
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  • Eligible Funding
    Maximum amount : 75,000 $ · Up to 50% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
    Types of eligible projects
    Environment and ClimateInnovation
    Legal Structure
    Non-profit, Sole proprietorship, Public or Parapublic institution, For-profit business
    PE, Canada
  • Franco-Albertan Foundation (FFA) logo
    Grant and FundingOpen

    Logan-Jet Purtell Fund

    Bursaries for young Franco-Albertan volunteers
    Eligible Funding
    Varies by project
    Eligible Industries
    Educational services
    Types of eligible projects
    Legal Structure
    Non-profit
    Alberta, Canada
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  • Quebec Foundation for the Blind (FAQ) logo
    Grant and FundingOpen

    Loisirs jeunesse

    Adapted youth sports and recreation activities
    Eligible Funding
    Varies by project
    Eligible Industries
    Arts, entertainment and recreation
    Types of eligible projects
    Innovation
    Legal Structure
    Non-profit
    Quebec, Canada
  • Halton Region (HATCH) logo
    Other SupportGrant and FundingOpen

    Low-Income Financial Assistance

    Financial help for essential health and funeral costs
    Eligible Funding
    Maximum amount : 3,600 $
    Eligible Industries
    Health care and social assistance
    Types of eligible projects
    Ontario, Quebec, Canada
  • Manitoba Arts Council (MAC) logo
    Grant and FundingOpen

    MAC — Residencies

    Support for creative residencies in Riding Mountain
    Eligible Funding
    Maximum amount : 2,500 $
    Eligible Industries
    Arts, entertainment and recreation
    Types of eligible projects
    Legal Structure
    Non-profit
    Manitoba, Canada
  • Manitoba Arts Council (MAC) logo
    Grant and FundingOpen

    MAC — Scholarships

    Funding for Manitoba arts students
    Eligible Funding
    From $2,000 to $4,000
    Eligible Industries
    Educational services
    Types of eligible projects
    Legal Structure
    Sole proprietorship
    Manitoba, Canada
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  • Eligible Funding
    From $5,000 to $50,000 · Up to 50% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
    Types of eligible projects
    TechnologyHuman Resources
    Legal Structure
    Financial cooperative, Non-financial cooperative, For-profit business
    Quebec, Canada
  • Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries and Food (MAPAQ) logo
    Grant and FundingOpen

    MAPAQ — Prime-Vert — Component 1.1.1

    Supports agri-environmental practices for farms
    Eligible Funding
    From $500 to $40,000 · Up to 70% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    All industries
    Types of eligible projects
    Environment and Climate
    Legal Structure
    Financial cooperative, Non-financial cooperative, For-profit business, Non-profit, Public or Parapublic institution
    Quebec, Canada
  • Government of Manitoba logo
    Loans and Capital investmentsOpen

    MASC Lending Programs and Loan Guarantees

    Agricultural credit support with favourable financing terms
    Eligible Funding
    Maximum amount : 6,250,000 $ · Up to 90% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
    Types of eligible projects
    Environment and ClimateConstruction and Renovation
    Legal Structure
    For-profit business, Non-financial cooperative
    Manitoba, Canada
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  • Town of New Tecumseth logo
    Grant and FundingOpen

    Mayor's Student Bursary Program

    Financial support for New Tecumseth students
    Eligible Funding
    From $2,000 to $2,000
    Eligible Industries
    Educational services
    Types of eligible projects
    Legal Structure
    Public or Parapublic institution
    Ontario, Canada
  • Genesis Inspiration Foundation logo
    Grant and FundingOpen

    MCG Youth Grant

    Support for youth arts and growth
    Eligible Funding
    Maximum amount : 25,000 $
    Eligible Industries
    Arts, entertainment and recreation
    Types of eligible projects
    Legal Structure
    Non-profit
    Canada
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  • McGill Dobson Centre for Entrepreneurship logo
    Partnering and CollaborationExpert AdviceOpen

    McGill Dobson Centre for Entrepreneurship — Startup Incubator Programs

    Startup support through mentorship and acceleration
    Eligible Funding
    Varies by project
    Eligible Industries
    Professional, scientific and technical services, Health care and social assistance
    Types of eligible projects
    CommercializationEnvironment and ClimateInnovation
    Legal Structure
    For-profit business
    Montreal, Quebec, Canada
  • Municipality of Meaford logo
    Grant and FundingOpen

    Meaford Recreation Fund

    Recreation assistance based on financial need
    Eligible Funding
    From $200 to $500 · Up to 20% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    All industries
    Types of eligible projects
    Legal Structure
    Sole proprietorship
    Grey Highlands, Ontario, Canada
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  • Rupertsland Institute (RLI) logo
    Other SupportWage Subsidies And InternsOpen

    Métis Employment Services

    Wage subsidies for employers of Métis youth in Alberta
    Eligible Funding
    Up to 50% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    Educational services
    Types of eligible projects
    Human Resources
    Legal Structure
    Non-profit, Public or Parapublic institution, For-profit business
    Canada
  • Québec Loan Fund logo
    Loans and Capital investmentsOpen

    Microcrédit

    Financing for viable business start-up or growth projects
    Eligible Funding
    Maximum amount : 20,000 $ · Up to 50% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    Construction, Manufacturing, Retail trade, Finance and insurance
    Types of eligible projects
    CommercializationBusiness BuyoutInnovation
    Quebec, Canada
  • FABrIC logo
    Researchers And FacilitiesGrant and FundingOpen

    MicroFAB Access

    Reduced-cost microfabrication support for prototypes
    Eligible Funding
    Maximum amount : 4,000 $ · Up to 80% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    Manufacturing, Professional, scientific and technical services, Educational services
    Types of eligible projects
    Technology
    Legal Structure
    Public or Parapublic institution
    Canada
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  • MRC Abitibi-Ouest logo
    Grant and FundingOpen

    MRC Abitibi-Ouest — Young Promoters Fund

    Technical and financial support for young people in Abitibi-Ouest
    Eligible Funding
    From $500 to $5,000 · Up to 10% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    All industries
    Types of eligible projects
    Technology
    Canada
  • MRC Charlevoix-Est logo
    Grant and FundingOpen

    MRC Charlevoix-Est — Business Support

    Support for creating and sustaining businesses in Charlevoix-Est
    Eligible Funding
    Maximum amount : 150,000 $ · Up to 50% of project cost
    Types of eligible projects
    CommercializationConstruction and Renovation Business Buyout
    Timeline
    Open Date : April 16, 2020
    Clermont, Quebec, Canada
  • MRC de D'Autray logo
    Grant and FundingOpen

    MRC de D’Autray — Business Development Program

    Economic development support for businesses in MRC de D’Autray
    Eligible Funding
    Maximum amount : 10,000 $ · Up to 10% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    Manufacturing
    Types of eligible projects
    Business Buyout
    Legal Structure
    For-profit business
    Quebec, Canada
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  • MRC Thérèse de Blainville logo
    Grant and FundingExpert AdviceLoans and Capital investmentsOpen

    MRC de Thérèse de Blainville — Créavenir

    Financial support and guidance for young entrepreneurs launching businesses
    Eligible Funding
    Maximum amount : 5,000 $
    Eligible Industries
    All industries
    Types of eligible projects
    Legal Structure
    For-profit business, Social economy enterprise, Sole proprietorship
    Quebec, Canada
  • MRC Thérèse de Blainville logo
    Partnering and CollaborationGrant and FundingExpert AdviceLoans and Capital investmentsOpen

    MRC de Thérèse de Blainville — Entrepreneurial financial assistance program

    Financial support for businesses in Blainville
    Eligible Funding
    Varies by project
    Eligible Industries
    Manufacturing, Retail trade, Information and cultural industries, Professional, scientific and technical services
    Types of eligible projects
    Innovation
    Legal Structure
    For-profit business, Sole proprietorship
    Blainville, Quebec, Canada
  • Développement Côte-de-Beaupré logo
    Grant and FundingExpert AdviceOpen

    MRC La Côte-de-Beaupré — Young Promoters Fund (FJP)

    Support for young entrepreneurs in business start-up
    Eligible Funding
    Maximum amount : 25,000 $
    Eligible Industries
    Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting, Arts, entertainment and recreation, Other services (except public administration), Public administration
    Types of eligible projects
    Legal Structure
    For-profit business, Social economy enterprise, Sole proprietorship
    Quebec, Canada
  • Mulgrave School logo
    Grant and FundingOpen

    Mulgrave Financial Assistance

    Needs-based tuition support for Mulgrave families
    Eligible Funding
    Up to 5% of project cost
    Types of eligible projects
    Timeline
    Closing date : January 29, 2027
    BC, Canada
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  • Music PEI logo
    Grant and FundingOpen

    Music PEI — Microgrants

    Supports Prince Edward Island musicians’ professional development and creative projects
    Eligible Funding
    Maximum amount : 500 $ · Up to 100% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    Arts, entertainment and recreation
    Types of eligible projects
    Legal Structure
    Sole proprietorship
    PE, Canada
  • MusiCounts logo
    Grant and FundingOpen

    MusiCounts - Scholarships

    Support for music education and emerging talent
    Eligible Funding
    Varies by project
    Eligible Industries
    Educational services, Arts, entertainment and recreation
    Types of eligible projects
    Legal Structure
    Non-profit, Public or Parapublic institution
    Canada
  • Town of Bracebridge logo
    Grant and FundingOpen

    Muskoka Starter Company Plus

    Funding and mentorship for growing businesses
    Eligible Funding
    Maximum amount : 5,000 $
    Eligible Industries
    All industries
    Types of eligible projects
    Innovation
    Ontario, Canada
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  • Nishnawbe Aski Development Fund (NADF) logo
    Grant and FundingOpen

    NADF Financing

    Financing for Northern Ontario Indigenous business and economic development
    Eligible Funding
    Maximum amount : 500,000 $
    Eligible Industries
    All industries
    Types of eligible projects
    Legal Structure
    For-profit business, Sole proprietorship
    Ontario, Canada
  • City of London logo
    Other SupportOpen

    Neighbourhood-Managed Ice Rinks

    Volunteer-run community ice rinks in London
    Eligible Funding
    Maximum amount : 400 $
    Eligible Industries
    Arts, entertainment and recreation
    Types of eligible projects
    Legal Structure
    Non-profit, Public or Parapublic institution
    London, Ontario, Canada
  • Nissan Canada Foundation logo
    Grant and FundingOpen

    Nissan Student & Grad Program

    Vehicle financing rewards for students and graduates
    Eligible Funding
    From $500 to $1,500
    Eligible Industries
    Educational services
    Types of eligible projects
    Digital Transformation
    Canada
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  • Municipality of North Perth logo
    Grant and FundingOpen

    North Perth Sports for Kids Fund

    Financial aid for youth sports participation
    Eligible Funding
    Maximum amount : 300 $
    Eligible Industries
    Arts, entertainment and recreation
    Types of eligible projects
    Legal Structure
    Non-profit
    Ontario, Canada
  • Municipality of North Perth logo
    Other SupportGrant and FundingOpen

    North Perth Sports for Kids Fund (NPSFKF)

    Financial support for youth sports participation
    Eligible Funding
    Maximum amount : 300 $
    Eligible Industries
    Arts, entertainment and recreation
    Types of eligible projects
    Legal Structure
    Non-profit
    North Perth, Ontario, Canada
  • Northern Ontario Angels (NOA) logo
    Other SupportOpen

    Northern Ontario Angels

    Northern Ontario investor and entrepreneur network
    Eligible Funding
    Varies by project
    Eligible Industries
    All industries
    Types of eligible projects
    Innovation
    Legal Structure
    For-profit business
    Ontario, Canada
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  • Government of Ontario logo
    Grant and FundingOpen

    OMIF — Live Music

    Supports live music events in Ontario
    Eligible Funding
    From $10,000 to $125,000 · Up to 50% of project cost
    Types of eligible projects
    Human Resources
    Legal Structure
    For-profit business
    Timeline
    Closing date : October 22, 2026
    Ontario, Canada
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  • United Way/Centraide Windsor-Essex County logo
    Grant and FundingOpen

    On Track to Success

    Support for students to graduate and pursue post-secondary
    Eligible Funding
    Maximum amount : 4,000 $
    Eligible Industries
    Educational services
    Types of eligible projects
    TechnologyInnovationDigital Transformation
    Legal Structure
    Non-profit
    Ontario, Quebec, Canada
  • Ontario Trillium Foundation (OTF) logo
    Grant and FundingOpen

    Ontario Trillium Foundation - Youth Opportunities Fund

    Community-led youth and family support
    Eligible Funding
    Maximum amount : 250,000 $
    Eligible Industries
    Educational services, Health care and social assistance, Arts, entertainment and recreation, Other services (except public administration)
    Types of eligible projects
    Innovation
    Legal Structure
    Non-profit
    Toronto, Ontario, Canada
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  • Eligible Funding
    Maximum amount : 60,000 $ · Up to 50% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    All industries
    Types of eligible projects
    CommercializationTechnologyEnvironment and Climate
    Legal Structure
    Non-profit, Sole proprietorship, Public or Parapublic institution, Non-financial cooperative, For-profit business
    PE, Canada
  • Government of Prince Edward Island (PEI) logo
    Grant and FundingOpen

    Organic Industry Development — Increasing Market Competitiveness

    Funding to help Prince Edward Island organic businesses increase market share
    Eligible Funding
    Maximum amount : 60,000 $ · Up to 70% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    All industries
    Types of eligible projects
    CommercializationTechnology
    Legal Structure
    Non-profit, Sole proprietorship, Public or Parapublic institution, Non-financial cooperative, Social economy enterprise, For-profit business
    PE, Canada
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  • Outaouais Tourism logo
    Grant and FundingOpen

    Outaouais Tourism — PDTO 2025-2027 – Attractions, activities and facilities

    Funding for tourism development projects in Outaouais
    Eligible Funding
    From $25,000 to $90,000 · Up to 25% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    Arts, entertainment and recreation, Accommodation and food services
    Types of eligible projects
    CommercializationEnvironment and ClimateConstruction and Renovation InnovationDigital Transformation
    Quebec, Canada
  • Ontario Vehicle Innovation Network (OVIN) logo
    Partnering and CollaborationGrant and FundingOpen

    OVIN — TalentEdge Fellowship

    Funding for automotive and smart mobility fellowships
    Eligible Funding
    From $35,000 to $70,000 · Up to 70% of project cost
    Types of eligible projects
    CommercializationArtificial Intelligence (AI)TechnologyInnovation
    Legal Structure
    For-profit business
    Timeline
    Open Date : May 6, 2022
    Ontario, Canada
  • Ontario Vehicle Innovation Network (OVIN) logo
    Grant and FundingWage Subsidies And InternsOpen

    OVIN — TalentEdge Internship

    Supports Ontario automotive and mobility internships
    Eligible Funding
    From $30,000 to $60,000 · Up to 50% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    Mining, quarrying, and oil and gas extraction, Manufacturing, Professional, scientific and technical services
    Types of eligible projects
    Artificial Intelligence (AI)TechnologyInnovation
    Legal Structure
    For-profit business, Public or Parapublic institution
    Ontario, Canada
  • Pacific Economic Development Canada (PacifiCan) logo
    Grant and FundingOpen

    PacifiCan — Jobs and Growth Fund — For profit

    Support for economic growth in British Columbia
    Eligible Funding
    Maximum amount : 10,000,000 $ · Up to 70% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting, Manufacturing, Information and cultural industries, Professional, scientific and technical services
    Types of eligible projects
    Environment and ClimateInnovation
    Legal Structure
    For-profit business
    BC, Canada
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  • World Federation of Hemophilia (WFH) logo
    Grant and FundingOpen

    Pairing program

    Supports twinning partnerships in bleeding disorders
    Eligible Funding
    Varies by project
    Eligible Industries
    Health care and social assistance
    Types of eligible projects
    Legal Structure
    Non-profit
    Canada
  • Grant and FundingOpen

    Pathy Foundation Fellowship

    Year-long support for emerging changemakers
    Eligible Funding
    Maximum amount : 50,000 $
    Types of eligible projects
    Timeline
    Open Date : September 1, 2026 · Closing date : November 1, 2026
    Canada
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  • The County Foundation logo
    Grant and FundingOpen

    PEC Winegrowers Association (PECWA) Bursary

    Annual bursary for wine industry studies
    Eligible Funding
    From $1,000 to $1,000
    Eligible Industries
    Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
    Types of eligible projects
    Commercialization
    Legal Structure
    Non-profit
    Ontario, Canada
  • Montreal International Music Competition (CMIM) logo
    Grant and FundingOpen

    Piano 2017

    International piano competition with major prizes
    Eligible Funding
    From $1,000 to $50,000
    Eligible Industries
    Arts, entertainment and recreation
    Types of eligible projects
    Commercialization
    Montreal, Quebec, Canada
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  • Fondation Arbour logo
    Grant and FundingOpen

    Pierre Arbour Honorary Award

    Recognition for exceptional Arbour scholarship students
    Eligible Funding
    Maximum amount : 15,000 $
    Eligible Industries
    Professional, scientific and technical services, Educational services
    Types of eligible projects
    Artificial Intelligence (AI)
    Legal Structure
    Non-profit
    Canada
  • Nova Scotia Department of Agriculture logo
    Grant and FundingLoans and Capital investmentsOpen

    Plant Your Roots Program

    Support for new farm ownership and loan interest
    Eligible Funding
    Maximum amount : 100,000 $
    Types of eligible projects
    Environment and ClimateBusiness Buyout
    Timeline
    Open Date : April 1, 2026 · Closing date : February 15, 2027
    NS, Canada
  • Government of Canada logo
    Grant and FundingOpen

    Polar Knowledge Canada Scholarship

    Funding for polar research students
    Eligible Funding
    From $10,000 to $10,000
    Eligible Industries
    Educational services
    Types of eligible projects
    Environment and Climate
    Canada
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  • City of Toronto logo
    Grant and FundingOpen

    PollinateTO

    Funding for community-led pollinator habitat projects in Toronto
    Eligible Funding
    Maximum amount : 5,000 $
    Eligible Industries
    Educational services, Arts, entertainment and recreation, Other services (except public administration), Public administration
    Types of eligible projects
    Environment and Climate
    Legal Structure
    Non-profit
    Toronto, Ontario, Canada
  • Prairies Economic Development Canada (PrairiesCan) logo
    Grant and FundingLoans and Capital investmentsOpen

    PrairiesCan — Aerospace Regional Recovery Initiative — Indigenous Stream

    Funding to recover Canada’s Indigenous-led aerospace sector in the Prairie region
    Eligible Funding
    Maximum amount : 10,000,000 $ · Up to 75% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    Manufacturing, Transportation and warehousing
    Types of eligible projects
    Innovation
    Legal Structure
    Non-profit, Public or Parapublic institution, For-profit business
    Alberta, Manitoba, Saskatchewan, Canada
  • Prairies Economic Development Canada (PrairiesCan) logo
    Grant and FundingOpen

    PrairiesCan — Economic Development Initiative

    Support for Francophone economic development projects
    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
    Legal Structure
    Non-profit, Public or Parapublic institution, Social economy enterprise, For-profit business
    Alberta, Manitoba, Saskatchewan, Canada
  • Eligible Funding
    Up to 50% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting, Manufacturing, Information and cultural industries, Professional, scientific and technical services
    Types of eligible projects
    CommercializationTechnologyInnovation
    Legal Structure
    Non-profit, Public or Parapublic institution, Social economy enterprise
    Alberta, Manitoba, Saskatchewan, Canada