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Discover Loans and Capital Investments Available to Companies in Canada

Canadian companies have access to a variety of financing options, including traditional bank loans for working capital, equipment purchases, and expansion. Additionally, government-backed loans and grants, as well as venture capital and angel investment, offer tailored financial support for business growth and innovation.

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  • Innovation Canada logo
    Partnering and CollaborationGrant and FundingLoans and Capital investmentsClosed

    Affordable Housing Development Project Stream

    Support for affordable housing acquisition
    Hamilton, Ontario, Canada
    Eligible Funding
    • Maximum amount : 5,000,000 $
    Eligible Industries
    • Construction
    • Real estate and rental and leasing
    Types of eligible projects
    Construction and Renovation
    Hamilton, Ontario, Canada
  • Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation (CMHC) logo
    Partnering and CollaborationGrant and FundingLoans and Capital investmentsClosed

    Affordable Housing Fund

    Funding for affordable and community housing
    Canada
    Eligible Funding
    • Varies by project
    Eligible Industries
    • Construction
    • Real estate and rental and leasing
    • Public administration
    Types of eligible projects
    Construction and Renovation
    Canada
  • City of Kingston logo
    Other SupportGrant and FundingLoans and Capital investmentsClosed

    Affordable Housing Programs

    Affordable housing support for residents
    Kingston, Ontario, Canada
    Eligible Funding
    • Maximum amount : 37,500 $
    • Up to 50% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    • Construction
    • Real estate and rental and leasing
    Types of eligible projects
    Construction and Renovation
    Kingston, Ontario, Canada
  • Sustainable Canadian Agricultural Partnership (SCAP) logo
    Partnering and CollaborationGrant and FundingLoans and Capital investmentsClosed

    AgriInnovation Program Stream C: Enabling Commercialization and Adoption

    Supports agri-food innovation commercialization and adoption
    Canada
    Eligible Funding
    • Maximum amount : 10,000,000 $
    • Up to 50% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    • Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
    • Manufacturing
    Types of eligible projects
    CommercializationInnovation
    Canada
  • Government of Alberta logo
    Grant and FundingLoans and Capital investmentsClosed

    Alberta Student Aid

    Funding for approved student education costs
    Alberta, Canada
    Eligible Funding
    • Varies by project
    Eligible Industries
    • Educational services
    Types of eligible projects
    Alberta, Canada
  • CDE of the Laurentians (CDE) logo
    Loans and Capital investmentsClosed

    Amherst Economic Development Fund

    Financial support for local business development
    Quebec, Canada
    Eligible Funding
    • Maximum amount : 10,000 $
    Eligible Industries
    • Construction
    • Manufacturing
    • Retail trade
    • Professional, scientific and technical services
    Types of eligible projects
    CommercializationConstruction and Renovation Business Buyout
    Quebec, Canada
  • Grey County logo
    Other SupportGrant and FundingLoans and Capital investmentsClosed

    Apply for Affordable Housing

    Subsidized housing applications in Grey County
    Ontario, Canada
    Eligible Funding
    • Varies by project
    Eligible Industries
    • Real estate and rental and leasing
    Types of eligible projects
    Construction and Renovation
    Ontario, Canada
  • Madiro logo
    Expert AdviceLoans and Capital investmentsClosed

    Apply for funding

    Funding for early-stage health innovation scale-up
    Canada
    Eligible Funding
    • From $75,000 to $1,000,000
    Eligible Industries
    • Health care and social assistance
    Types of eligible projects
    Innovation
    Canada
  • Government of Québec logo
    Loans and Capital investmentsClosed

    Applying for a Foreign Credential Recognition Loan

    Low-interest loans for foreign credential recognition
    Quebec, Canada
    Eligible Funding
    • Maximum amount : 15,000 $
    Types of eligible projects
    Digital Transformation
    Timeline
    • Closing date : March 31, 2024
    Quebec, Canada
  • Aqueduct Foundation logo
    Grant and FundingLoans and Capital investmentsClosed

    Aqueduct Conservation Bridge Fund

    Interim capital for land conservation
    BC, Canada
    Eligible Funding
    • Maximum amount : 1,500,000 $
    • Up to 100% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    • All industries
    Types of eligible projects
    Environment and Climate
    BC, Canada
  • Avanti Foundation logo
    Grant and FundingLoans and Capital investmentsClosed

    Avanti Foundation — General Funding

    Funding for community-rooted housing and economic initiatives
    Ontario, Quebec, Canada
    Eligible Funding
    • Varies by project
    Eligible Industries
    • Construction
    • Real estate and rental and leasing
    Types of eligible projects
    Construction and Renovation
    Ontario, Quebec, Canada
  • Alberta Women Entrepreneurs (AWE) logo
    Loans and Capital investmentsClosed

    AWE — Loan Programs

    Loans for Alberta women entrepreneurs
    Alberta, Canada
    Eligible Funding
    • Maximum amount : 150,000 $
    Types of eligible projects
    Timeline
    • Open Date : July 9, 2024
    • Closing date : July 9, 2024
    Alberta, Canada
  • City of Barrie logo
    Grant and FundingLoans and Capital investmentsClosed

    Barrie Bonus for Affordable Additional Residential Units

    Support for affordable additional residential units
    Barrie, Ontario, Canada
    Eligible Funding
    • Maximum amount : 15,000 $
    Eligible Industries
    • Real estate and rental and leasing
    Types of eligible projects
    Construction and Renovation
    Barrie, Ontario, Canada
  • Business Development Bank of Canada (BDC) logo
    Partnering and CollaborationGrant and FundingExpert AdviceLoans and Capital investmentsClosed

    BDC Defence Platform

    Support for Canadian defence-focused businesses
    Canada
    Eligible Funding
    • Varies by project
    Eligible Industries
    • Manufacturing
    Types of eligible projects
    CommercializationArtificial Intelligence (AI)TechnologyInnovation
    Canada
  • Business Development Bank of Canada (BDC) logo
    Expert AdviceLoans and Capital investmentsClosed

    BDC Industries — Creation and culture

    Specialized financing for creative and cultural businesses
    Canada
    Eligible Funding
    • Varies by project
    Types of eligible projects
    CommercializationHuman ResourcesBusiness BuyoutDigital Transformation
    Timeline
    • Closing date : December 31, 2024
    Canada
  • City of Kingston logo
    Loans and Capital investmentsClosed

    Better Homes Kingston Program

    Low-interest financing for home energy upgrades
    Kingston, Ontario, Canada
    Eligible Funding
    • Maximum amount : 40,000 $
    • Up to 30% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    • Public administration
    Types of eligible projects
    Construction and Renovation
    Kingston, Ontario, Canada
  • Township of Drummond/North Elmsley (DNE) logo
    Grant and FundingExpert AdviceLoans and Capital investmentsClosed

    Better Homes Lanark

    Low-interest home retrofit financing in Lanark County
    Ontario, Canada
    Eligible Funding
    • From $10,000 to $40,000
    Eligible Industries
    • Construction
    • Real estate and rental and leasing
    Types of eligible projects
    Environment and ClimateConstruction and Renovation
    Ontario, Canada
  • City of Peterborough logo
    Other SupportGrant and FundingLoans and Capital investmentsClosed

    Better Homes Peterborough

    Support for home energy-efficient renovations
    Peterborough, Ontario, Canada
    Eligible Funding
    • Varies by project
    Eligible Industries
    • Construction
    • Real estate and rental and leasing
    Types of eligible projects
    Environment and ClimateConstruction and Renovation
    Peterborough, Ontario, Canada
  • Town of Bracebridge logo
    Grant and FundingLoans and Capital investmentsClosed

    Bracebridge Building Improvement Grant/Loan

    Financial support for Bracebridge redevelopment projects
    Canada
    Eligible Funding
    • Maximum amount : 10,000 $
    • Up to 50% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    • All industries
    Types of eligible projects
    Construction and Renovation
    Canada
  • Town of Bracebridge logo
    Grant and FundingLoans and Capital investmentsClosed

    Bracebridge Façade Improvement Grant/Loan

    Supports exterior building façade upgrades
    Bracebridge, Ontario, Canada
    Eligible Funding
    • Maximum amount : 10,000 $
    • Up to 50% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    • All industries
    Types of eligible projects
    Construction and Renovation
    Bracebridge, Ontario, Canada
  • City of Brantford logo
    Loans and Capital investmentsClosed

    Brantford-Brant Homeownership Program

    Down payment support for first-time homebuyers
    Brant County, Brantford, Ontario
    Eligible Funding
    • Maximum amount : 20,000 $
    • Up to 5% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    • Real estate and rental and leasing
    Types of eligible projects
    Construction and Renovation
    Brant County, Brantford, Ontario
  • Municipality of Brockton logo
    Grant and FundingLoans and Capital investmentsClosed

    Brockton Community Improvement Plan (CIP) Financial Incentive Programs

    Funding for Brockton property improvement projects
    Ontario, Canada
    Eligible Funding
    • Maximum amount : 7,500 $
    • Up to 50% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    • Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
    • Construction
    • Manufacturing
    • Retail trade
    Types of eligible projects
    Environment and ClimateConstruction and Renovation
    Ontario, Canada
  • City of Burlington logo
    Grant and FundingLoans and Capital investmentsClosed

    Burlington Heritage Grant Program

    Financial support for designated heritage property conservation
    Burlington, Ontario, Canada
    Eligible Funding
    • Maximum amount : 15,000 $
    • Up to 50% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    • Real estate and rental and leasing
    Types of eligible projects
    Construction and Renovation
    Burlington, Ontario, Canada
  • City of Burlington logo
    Grant and FundingTax CreditsLoans and Capital investmentsClosed

    Burlington Housing Community Improvement Plan Temporary Incentive Programs

    Housing incentives for new units in Burlington
    Burlington, Ontario, Canada
    Eligible Funding
    • Maximum amount : 225,000 $
    • Up to 100% of project cost
    Types of eligible projects
    Construction and Renovation
    Timeline
    • Closing date : October 1, 2025
    Burlington, Ontario, Canada
  • Township of Wellington North logo
    Grant and FundingLoans and Capital investmentsClosed

    Business Facade Improvement Opportunity

    Interest-free façade improvement support for businesses
    Ontario, Canada
    Eligible Funding
    • Maximum amount : 2,500 $
    • Up to 50% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    • Construction
    • Manufacturing
    • Retail trade
    • Real estate and rental and leasing
    Types of eligible projects
    Construction and Renovation
    Ontario, Canada
  • Municipality of Centre Hastings logo
    Grant and FundingLoans and Capital investmentsClosed

    Business Improvement Area Community Improvement Plan of the Municipality of Centre Hastings

    Funding for downtown commercial property improvements
    Madoc, Ontario, Canada
    Eligible Funding
    • Maximum amount : 3,000 $
    • Up to 75% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    • Retail trade
    • Accommodation and food services
    • Other services (except public administration)
    • Public administration
    Types of eligible projects
    Construction and Renovation
    Madoc, Ontario, Canada
  • CAE Haute-Montérégie (CAE) logo
    Expert AdviceLoans and Capital investmentsClosed

    CAEHM - Prêt d'urgence

    Financing for business emergencies and growth
    Quebec, Canada
    Eligible Funding
    • From $5,000 to $25,000
    Eligible Industries
    • All industries
    Types of eligible projects
    Quebec, Canada
  • CAE Haute-Montérégie (CAE) logo
    Other SupportExpert AdviceLoans and Capital investmentsClosed

    CAEHM - Support for the self-employed worker

    Financing support for self-employed entrepreneurs
    Quebec, Canada
    Eligible Funding
    • From $5,000 to $25,000
    Eligible Industries
    • All industries
    Types of eligible projects
    Innovation
    Quebec, Canada
  • CAE Haute-Montérégie (CAE) logo
    Loans and Capital investmentsClosed

    CAEHM - The regular investment fund

    Financing for entrepreneurs at different stages
    Quebec, Canada
    Eligible Funding
    • Maximum amount : 10,000 $
    Eligible Industries
    • All industries
    Types of eligible projects
    Quebec, Canada
  • CAE Haute-Montérégie (CAE) logo
    Loans and Capital investmentsClosed

    CAEHM - Youth strategy

    Financing for young entrepreneurs starting a business
    Quebec, Canada
    Eligible Funding
    • From $5,000 to $25,000
    Eligible Industries
    • All industries
    Types of eligible projects
    Quebec, Canada
  • Employment and Social Development Canada (ESDC) logo
    Other SupportPartnering and CollaborationGrant and FundingLoans and Capital investmentsClosed

    Call for expressions of interest to become a social finance wholesaler under the Social Finance Fund: Closed

    Supports social finance investment in Canada
    Canada
    Eligible Funding
    • From $50,000,000 to $400,000,000
    • Up to 10% of project cost
    Types of eligible projects
    Human ResourcesInnovation
    Timeline
    • Open Date : August 12, 2021
    • Closing date : September 29, 2021
    Canada
  • Camphill Foundation logo
    Grant and FundingLoans and Capital investmentsClosed

    Camphill Foundation — General Grantmaking

    Support for Camphill community development
    Canada
    Eligible Funding
    • Varies by project
    Eligible Industries
    • Educational services
    • Health care and social assistance
    Types of eligible projects
    Construction and Renovation Human Resources
    Canada
  • Government of Canada logo
    Loans and Capital investmentsClosed

    Canada Apprentice Loan

    Interest-free support for Red Seal apprentices
    Canada
    Eligible Funding
    • Maximum amount : 4,000 $
    Eligible Industries
    • Construction
    • Educational services
    Types of eligible projects
    Human Resources
    Canada
  • Ministry of Municipal Affairs and Housing (MMAH) logo
    Grant and FundingLoans and Capital investmentsClosed

    Canada-Ontario Community Housing Initiative (COCHI) & Ontario Priorities Housing Initiative (OPHI)

    Funding for Ontario community housing projects
    Ontario, Canada
    Eligible Funding
    • Maximum amount : 50,000 $
    • Up to 75% of project cost
    Types of eligible projects
    Construction and Renovation InnovationDigital Transformation
    Timeline
    • Closing date : February 15, 2021
    Ontario, Canada
  • Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada (AAFC) logo
    Loans and Capital investmentsClosed

    Canadian Agricultural Loans Act program

    Loan guarantee for farmers and co-operatives
    Canada
    Eligible Funding
    • Maximum amount : 500,000 $
    • Up to 95% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    • Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
    Types of eligible projects
    CommercializationConstruction and Renovation Business BuyoutInnovation
    Canada
  • Fonds RISQ (RISQ) logo
    Loans and Capital investmentsClosed

    Capital lending

    Financing for social economy business capitalization
    Quebec, Canada
    Eligible Funding
    • From $25,000 to $1,000,000
    • Up to 35% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    • Finance and insurance
    Types of eligible projects
    TechnologyConstruction and Renovation Innovation
    Quebec, Canada
  • City of London logo
    Grant and FundingLoans and Capital investmentsClosed

    Capital Repair and Improvement Funding

    Funding for major social housing repairs
    London, Ontario, Canada
    Eligible Funding
    • Varies by project
    Eligible Industries
    • Real estate and rental and leasing
    • Public administration
    Types of eligible projects
    Construction and Renovation
    London, Ontario, Canada
  • La Financière agricole (FADQ) logo
    Loans and Capital investmentsClosed

    Capital Support for Young Farmers

    Capital relief for young agricultural businesses
    Quebec, Canada
    Eligible Funding
    • Varies by project
    Eligible Industries
    • Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
    Types of eligible projects
    Quebec, Canada
  • Municipality of Central Manitoulin logo
    Grant and FundingLoans and Capital investmentsClosed

    Central Manitoulin Community Improvement Plan

    Supports property improvement and redevelopment
    Mindemoya, Providence Bay, Ontario
    Eligible Funding
    • From $2,000 to $15,000
    • Up to 50% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    • Construction
    • Retail trade
    • Real estate and rental and leasing
    • Accommodation and food services
    Types of eligible projects
    Construction and Renovation
    Mindemoya, Providence Bay, Ontario
  • Town of Bradford West Gwillimbury (BWG) logo
    Grant and FundingTax CreditsLoans and Capital investmentsClosed

    CIP and Mural Incentive Programs

    Funding for industrial and downtown property improvements
    Ontario, Canada
    Eligible Funding
    • From $3,000 to $250,000
    • Up to 100% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    • Construction
    • Manufacturing
    • Wholesale trade
    • Retail trade
    Types of eligible projects
    Environment and ClimateConstruction and Renovation
    Ontario, Canada
  • City of Kawartha Lakes logo
    Grant and FundingTax CreditsLoans and Capital investmentsClosed

    City of Kawartha Lakes Strategic Community Improvement Plan (CIP)

    Funding for business and property improvements
    Kawartha Lakes, Ontario, Canada
    Eligible Funding
    • From $1,000 to $10,000
    • Up to 50% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    • Construction
    • Retail trade
    • Professional, scientific and technical services
    • Arts, entertainment and recreation
    Types of eligible projects
    Construction and Renovation
    Kawartha Lakes, Ontario, Canada
  • City of North Bay logo
    Other SupportGrant and FundingTax CreditsExpert AdviceLoans and Capital investmentsClosed

    City of North Bay — Economic Development Incentives

    Municipal incentives for business growth and development
    North Bay, Ontario, Canada
    Eligible Funding
    • Maximum amount : 30,000 $
    • Up to 100% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    • Construction
    • Manufacturing
    • Wholesale trade
    • Retail trade
    Types of eligible projects
    CommercializationConstruction and Renovation Innovation
    North Bay, Ontario, Canada
  • City of Quinte West logo
    Other SupportGrant and FundingLoans and Capital investmentsClosed

    City of Quinte West - Community Improvement Plan

    Financial support for commercial property improvements
    Quinte West, Ontario, Canada
    Eligible Funding
    • Maximum amount : 25,000 $
    • Up to 50% of project cost
    Types of eligible projects
    Construction and Renovation
    Timeline
    • Open Date : August 17, 2026
    • Closing date : October 12, 2026
    Quinte West, Ontario, Canada
  • City of Sarnia logo
    Grant and FundingTax CreditsLoans and Capital investmentsClosed

    City of Sarnia - Downtown and Mitton Village Community Improvement Plan

    Funding for downtown, village and housing improvements
    Sarnia, Ontario, Canada
    Eligible Funding
    • From $8,000 to $75,000
    • Up to 50% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    • All industries
    Types of eligible projects
    Construction and Renovation
    Sarnia, Ontario, Canada
  • Canada Media Fund (CMF) logo
    Loans and Capital investmentsClosed

    CMF-Quebecor — Fund Export Assistance Program Partnership

    Support for exporting Canadian television content
    Montreal, Quebec, Canada
    Eligible Funding
    • From $50,000 to $300,000
    • Up to 40% of project cost
    Types of eligible projects
    Commercialization
    Timeline
    • Open Date : May 1, 2025
    • Closing date : December 8, 2025
    Montreal, Quebec, Canada
  • Independent Production Fund (IPF) logo
    Loans and Capital investmentsClosed

    Cogeco television production program

    Funding for Canadian fiction television series
    Montreal, Quebec, Canada
    Eligible Funding
    • Varies by project
    Types of eligible projects
    Commercialization
    Timeline
    • Open Date : March 17, 2026
    • Closing date : April 15, 2026
    Montreal, Quebec, Canada
  • Township of North Dundas logo
    Grant and FundingLoans and Capital investmentsClosed

    Commercial Building Improvement Grant and Loan Program

    Funding for commercial property improvements
    North Dundas, Ontario, Canada
    Eligible Funding
    • Maximum amount : 50,000 $
    • Up to 50% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    • Construction
    • Retail trade
    • Real estate and rental and leasing
    • Accommodation and food services
    Types of eligible projects
    Construction and Renovation
    North Dundas, Ontario, Canada
  • Green Municipal Fund (GMF) logo
    Other SupportPartnering and CollaborationGrant and FundingExpert AdviceLoans and Capital investmentsClosed

    Community Buildings Retrofit (CBR) initiative

    Funding for community building retrofit planning
    Canada
    Eligible Funding
    • Maximum amount : 200,000 $
    • Up to 80% of project cost
    Types of eligible projects
    Environment and ClimateConstruction and Renovation
    Timeline
    • Closing date : December 19, 2025
    Canada
  • Government of Alberta logo
    Partnering and CollaborationGrant and FundingLoans and Capital investmentsClosed

    Community Facility Enhancement Program Large (CFEP)

    Funding for public-use community facilities
    Alberta, Canada
    Eligible Funding
    • From $125,001 to $1,000,000
    Types of eligible projects
    Construction and Renovation
    Timeline
    • Open Date : June 14, 2025
    • Closing date : July 30, 2025
    Alberta, Canada
  • Community Futures Saskatchewan logo
    Loans and Capital investmentsClosed

    Community Futures Saskatchewan — Loans

    Rural Saskatchewan business loans
    Saskatchewan, Canada
    Eligible Funding
    • Maximum amount : 150,000 $
    Types of eligible projects
    Business Buyout
    Timeline
    • Closing date : May 21, 2024
    Saskatchewan, Canada
  • City of Windsor logo
    Grant and FundingLoans and Capital investmentsClosed

    Community Heritage Fund

    Financial support for heritage property conservation
    Windsor, Ontario, Canada
    Eligible Funding
    • Maximum amount : 50,000 $
    • Up to 15% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    • Real estate and rental and leasing
    Types of eligible projects
    Construction and Renovation
    Windsor, Ontario, Canada
  • Government of Nova Scotia logo
    Loans and Capital investmentsClosed

    Community Housing Acquisition Program

    Loan to acquire existing community housing properties
    NS, Canada
    Eligible Funding
    • Maximum amount : 10,000,000 $
    • Up to 95% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    • Real estate and rental and leasing
    Types of eligible projects
    Construction and Renovation
    NS, Canada
  • City of London logo
    Grant and FundingTax CreditsLoans and Capital investmentsClosed

    Community improvement and incentives

    Financial support for property and business improvements
    London, Ontario, Canada
    Eligible Funding
    • Maximum amount : 1,500,000 $
    • Up to 50% of project cost
    Types of eligible projects
    Construction and Renovation
    Timeline
    • Open Date : January 5, 2026
    • Closing date : March 27, 2026
    London, Ontario, Canada
  • County of Wellington logo
    Grant and FundingLoans and Capital investmentsClosed

    Community Improvement Funding

    Top-up funding for community improvement projects
    Ontario, Canada
    Eligible Funding
    • Maximum amount : 20,000 $
    • Up to 50% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    • Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
    • Construction
    • Real estate and rental and leasing
    • Arts, entertainment and recreation
    Types of eligible projects
    Environment and ClimateConstruction and Renovation
    Ontario, Canada
  • Township of North Glengarry logo
    Grant and FundingLoans and Capital investmentsClosed

    Community Improvement Plan – Financial Incentive Programs

    Funding for property improvement projects
    Alexandria, Maxville, Ontario
    Eligible Funding
    • Maximum amount : 50,000 $
    • Up to 50% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    • Construction
    • Retail trade
    • Professional, scientific and technical services
    • Arts, entertainment and recreation
    Types of eligible projects
    Construction and Renovation
    Alexandria, Maxville, Ontario
  • Municipality of Meaford logo
    Grant and FundingLoans and Capital investmentsClosed

    Community Improvement Plan – Incentive Programs

    Municipal funding for property and business improvements
    Ontario, Canada
    Eligible Funding
    • Varies by project
    Eligible Industries
    • Retail trade
    • Real estate and rental and leasing
    • Professional, scientific and technical services
    • Accommodation and food services
    Types of eligible projects
    Environment and ClimateConstruction and Renovation
    Ontario, Canada
  • City of Richmond Hill logo
    Other SupportGrant and FundingLoans and Capital investmentsClosed

    Community Improvement Plan (CIP) - Affordable Housing and Sustainable Design

    Funding for affordable rental housing with sustainable design
    Richmond Hill, Ontario, Canada
    Eligible Funding
    • Maximum amount : 150,000 $
    Types of eligible projects
    Environment and ClimateConstruction and Renovation
    Timeline
    • Open Date : January 27, 2025
    • Closing date : April 25, 2025
    Richmond Hill, Ontario, Canada
  • Town of Cobourg logo
    Grant and FundingTax CreditsLoans and Capital investmentsClosed

    Community Improvement Plan (CIP) – 2023 Intake

    Incentives for housing and downtown revitalization
    Cobourg, Ontario, Canada
    Eligible Funding
    • Maximum amount : 100,000 $
    • Up to 100% of project cost
    Types of eligible projects
    Environment and ClimateConstruction and Renovation
    Timeline
    • Closing date : August 31, 2023
    Cobourg, Ontario, Canada
  • Town of New Tecumseth logo
    Grant and FundingLoans and Capital investmentsClosed

    Community Improvement Plan (CIP) – Development Incentive Grants and Loans

    Funding for downtown and development improvements
    Alliston, Beeton, Tottenham, Ontario
    Eligible Funding
    • Maximum amount : 50,000 $
    • Up to 75% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    • All industries
    Types of eligible projects
    CommercializationEnvironment and ClimateConstruction and Renovation Innovation
    Alliston, Beeton, Tottenham, Ontario
  • Township of South Glengarry logo
    Other SupportGrant and FundingLoans and Capital investmentsClosed

    Community Improvement Plan (CIP) Grants

    Support for affordable housing development
    Richmond Hill, Ontario, Canada
    Eligible Funding
    • Maximum amount : 100,000 $
    • Up to 50% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    • Construction
    • Retail trade
    • Real estate and rental and leasing
    • Professional, scientific and technical services
    Types of eligible projects
    Construction and Renovation
    Richmond Hill, Ontario, Canada
  • Lake of Bays Township logo
    Grant and FundingLoans and Capital investmentsClosed

    Community Improvement Plan (CIP) Private Sector Incentive Program

    Funding for private property improvements and redevelopment
    Ontario, Canada
    Eligible Funding
    • From $1,000 to $10,000
    • Up to 50% of project cost
    Types of eligible projects
    CommercializationEnvironment and ClimateConstruction and Renovation Digital Transformation
    Timeline
    • Open Date : January 1, 2026
    • Closing date : March 31, 2026
    Ontario, Canada
  • Town of Prescott logo
    Grant and FundingTax CreditsLoans and Capital investmentsClosed

    Community Improvement Plan Incentive Program

    Funding for Prescott property revitalization projects
    Prescott, Ontario, Canada
    Eligible Funding
    • Maximum amount : 100,000 $
    • Up to 50% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    • Construction
    • Manufacturing
    • Retail trade
    • Real estate and rental and leasing
    Types of eligible projects
    Construction and Renovation Innovation
    Prescott, Ontario, Canada
  • Township of Central Frontenac logo
    Grant and FundingTax CreditsLoans and Capital investmentsClosed

    Community Improvement Program (CIP) - Sharbot Lake

    Funding for property improvement projects in Sharbot Lake
    Sharbot Lake, Ontario, Canada
    Eligible Funding
    • Maximum amount : 7,500 $
    • Up to 50% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    • Retail trade
    • Real estate and rental and leasing
    • Accommodation and food services
    • Other services (except public administration)
    Types of eligible projects
    Construction and Renovation
    Sharbot Lake, Ontario, Canada
  • City of London logo
    Grant and FundingLoans and Capital investmentsClosed

    Core Area Safety Audit Grant

    Funding for core area property safety upgrades
    London, Ontario, Canada
    Eligible Funding
    • Maximum amount : 10,000 $
    • Up to 50% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    • All industries
    Types of eligible projects
    Construction and Renovation
    London, Ontario, Canada
  • City of Cornwall logo
    Other SupportGrant and FundingExpert AdviceLoans and Capital investmentsClosed

    Cornwall Community Improvement Programs

    Funding for property revitalization in Cornwall
    Cornwall, Ontario, Canada
    Eligible Funding
    • Maximum amount : 30,000 $
    • Up to 50% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    • Construction
    • Retail trade
    • Real estate and rental and leasing
    • Professional, scientific and technical services
    Types of eligible projects
    Construction and Renovation
    Cornwall, Ontario, Canada
  • Corporations For Community Connections Incorporated (CFCC) logo
    Other SupportResearchers And FacilitiesPartnering and CollaborationGrant and FundingTax CreditsExpert AdviceLoans and Capital investmentsWage Subsidies And InternsClosed

    Corporations for Community Connections — Refurbished Laptop Donations

    Refurbished laptops for communities in need
    Ontario, Canada
    Eligible Funding
    • Varies by project
    Eligible Industries
    • Educational services
    • Health care and social assistance
    • Other services (except public administration)
    • Public administration
    Types of eligible projects
    TechnologyDigital Transformation
    Ontario, Canada
  • La Financière agricole (FADQ) logo
    Other SupportExpert AdviceLoans and Capital investmentsClosed

    Development Loan Guarantee

    Guaranteed financing for agricultural investment projects
    Quebec, Canada
    Eligible Funding
    • From $100,000 to $15,000,000
    • Up to 50% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    • Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
    Types of eligible projects
    Construction and Renovation Business BuyoutInnovation
    Quebec, Canada
  • Government of Nova Scotia logo
    Loans and Capital investmentsClosed

    Down Payment Assistance Program (DPAP)

    Interest-free down payment loan for first-time homebuyers
    NS, Canada
    Eligible Funding
    • Maximum amount : 28,500 $
    • Up to 5% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    • All industries
    Types of eligible projects
    Construction and Renovation
    NS, Canada
  • Investment Fund for Agricultural Succession (FIRA) logo
    Loans and Capital investmentsClosed

    Down payment loan

    Subordinate financing to complete your down payment
    Quebec, Canada
    Eligible Funding
    • From $50,000 to $500,000
    Eligible Industries
    • Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
    Types of eligible projects
    Quebec, Canada
  • Fonds Ecofuel logo
    Loans and Capital investmentsClosed

    Ecofuel fund

    Early-stage clean technology investment support
    Montreal, Quebec, Canada
    Eligible Funding
    • Maximum amount : 1,500,000 $
    Eligible Industries
    • Manufacturing
    • Professional, scientific and technical services
    • Administrative and support, waste management and remediation services
    Types of eligible projects
    CommercializationTechnologyEnvironment and Climate
    Montreal, Quebec, Canada
  • Government of Canada logo
    Grant and FundingLoans and Capital investmentsClosed

    Emissions Reduction Fund — Onshore Program

    Funding for methane reduction in oil and gas
    Alberta, BC, Manitoba, Saskatchewan, Canada
    Eligible Funding
    • Maximum amount : 18,474,564 $
    • Up to 0.75% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    • Mining, quarrying, and oil and gas extraction
    Types of eligible projects
    Environment and Climate
    Alberta, BC, Manitoba, Saskatchewan, Canada
  • Efficiency Manitoba logo
    Other SupportGrant and FundingTax CreditsExpert AdviceLoans and Capital investmentsClosed

    Energy Efficiency Assistance Program

    Free and subsidized home energy upgrades
    Manitoba, Canada
    Eligible Funding
    • Maximum amount : 5,000 $
    Eligible Industries
    • Construction
    • Real estate and rental and leasing
    Types of eligible projects
    Environment and ClimateConstruction and Renovation
    Manitoba, Canada
  • Town of Bracebridge logo
    Grant and FundingLoans and Capital investmentsClosed

    Energy Efficiency Retrofit Grant/Loan

    Funding for energy-saving building retrofits
    Ontario, Canada
    Eligible Funding
    • Maximum amount : 10,000 $
    • Up to 50% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    • Construction
    • Manufacturing
    • Wholesale trade
    • Retail trade
    Types of eligible projects
    Environment and ClimateConstruction and Renovation
    Ontario, Canada
  • CDE of the Laurentians (CDE) logo
    Grant and FundingLoans and Capital investmentsClosed

    Entrepreneurial Fund for Economic and Social Development of Sainte-Lucie-des-Laurentides

    Funding for business projects in Sainte-Lucie-des-Laurentides
    Sainte-Lucie-des-Laurentides, Quebec, Canada
    Eligible Funding
    • Varies by project
    Eligible Industries
    • Construction
    • Manufacturing
    • Wholesale trade
    • Retail trade
    Types of eligible projects
    CommercializationTechnologyInnovation
    Sainte-Lucie-des-Laurentides, Quebec, Canada
  • Stó:lō Community Futures (SCF) logo
    Partnering and CollaborationGrant and FundingLoans and Capital investmentsClosed

    Equity Match Program

    Matched equity support for Indigenous entrepreneurs
    BC, Canada
    Eligible Funding
    • Maximum amount : 150,000 $
    • Up to 15% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    • Other services (except public administration)
    • Public administration
    Types of eligible projects
    Construction and Renovation Business BuyoutInnovation
    BC, Canada
  • Government of Alberta logo
    Grant and FundingLoans and Capital investmentsClosed

    ERA — Tailings Technology Challenge

    Funding for oil sands tailings technology projects
    Alberta, Canada
    Eligible Funding
    • From $1,000,000 to $15,000,000
    • Up to 50% of project cost
    Types of eligible projects
    CommercializationTechnologyEnvironment and ClimateInnovation
    Timeline
    • Open Date : June 17, 2025
    • Closing date : September 24, 2025
    Alberta, Canada
  • Investissement Québec (IQ) logo
    Partnering and CollaborationLoans and Capital investmentsClosed

    Eurêka Investment Fund

    Supports commercialization of Quebec public research
    Quebec, Canada
    Eligible Funding
    • Varies by project
    Eligible Industries
    • Manufacturing
    • Information and cultural industries
    • Finance and insurance
    • Professional, scientific and technical services
    Types of eligible projects
    CommercializationInnovation
    Quebec, Canada
  • Government of Ontario logo
    Grant and FundingLoans and Capital investmentsClosed

    EV ChargeON Program

    Funding for public EV charger installations in Ontario
    Ontario, Canada
    Eligible Funding
    • Maximum amount : 1,000,000 $
    • Up to 75% of project cost
    Types of eligible projects
    TechnologyEnvironment and ClimateConstruction and Renovation
    Timeline
    • Open Date : November 3, 2025
    • Closing date : January 15, 2026
    Ontario, Canada
  • Evol logo
    Loans and Capital investmentsClosed

    Evol — Conventional loans for women entrepreneurs

    Loan fund for women entrepreneurs focused on sustainable development
    Canada
    Eligible Funding
    • From $20,000 to $50,000
    Types of eligible projects
    CommercializationBusiness Buyout
    Timeline
    • Open Date : November 15, 2023
    • Closing date : February 28, 2024
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Funding Options

Canadian businesses can explore a diverse range of financing options to fund their development projects and foster growth. Through equity investments from venture investors or debt financing like loans and credit, tech companies and other sectors can secure the necessary funds. Programs offering financial assistance, such as government-backed loans, help projects move forward by providing access to capital. Learning about these options enables businesses to make informed decisions between pursuing equity financing, where investors receive a share of the company, or opting for debt financing, which requires repayment but does not dilute ownership.In the Canadian financial landscape, businesses have access to a plethora of investment avenues that cater to their unique developmental needs and project goals. Equity funding from venture capitalists and angel investors offers a potent means for startups and tech companies to secure essential capital without the immediate burden of repayment, in exchange for a portion of ownership. On the other hand, debt financing through loans and credit lines, often backed by financial institutions or specialized government programs, provides businesses with the necessary funds while allowing them to retain full control. These financial instruments are designed to help Canadian enterprises embark on new projects, fuel expansion, and navigate the path of innovation and growth.

Government Support

Government support for companies, especially in the tech sector, manifests through various programs offering loans, grants, and investment funds designed to propel project development and market entry. These programs are crafted to assist companies in offsetting the costs associated with technology development, purchasing equipment, and implementing market-based solutions. By providing both short-term and long-term financial support, the government aims to foster innovation and real market growth. Through these initiatives, companies can access vital capital needed to develop new technologies or expand their existing operations, ensuring they remain competitive and innovative in rapidly evolving industries.

Private Equity

In Canada, private equity represents a crucial source of funding for companies across a wide array of sectors, including real estate and technology. These funds are pools of capital collected from wealthy individuals, banks, and other financial institutions, dedicated to investing in companies with the potential for significant growth or turnaround. Companies seeking to alleviate working capital shortages, cover operational costs, or finance expansion plans can benefit greatly from partnering with private equity firms. Through such partnerships, businesses not only gain access to substantial financial resources but also the expertise and networks of their private equity backers. For those looking to learn more about leveraging private equity, numerous programs and resources are available to guide companies on how to effectively engage with these funds and understand the intricacies of these investments to drive their growth strategies forward.

Debt Financing

Debt financing in Canada offers small companies a viable path to access capital through loan funds, supporting a wide range of business needs from working capital to real estate investments. This type of financing allows companies to borrow money from banks or other financial institutions under a set of terms and conditions, including repayment schedules and interest rates. The Ontario government, recognizing the challenges small businesses face, has initiated various programs to assist these companies in securing loans. These programs are designed to mitigate the risks banks bear, making it more feasible for small businesses to obtain the necessary funds. Companies can leverage these loans to manage their operational costs, fund expansion projects, or invest in new equipment, thereby facilitating growth without diluting ownership. For those interested, ample resources and reading materials are available to guide small businesses through the process of securing debt financing in Ontario.

Venture Capital

Venture capital in Canada represents a pivotal form of financing that fuels the growth and innovation of Canadian businesses, particularly small and tech-based companies. This type of investment provides capital to businesses with high growth potential in exchange for equity, offering a crucial alternative to traditional debt financing like bank loans and credit. Venture capitalists are private investors or funds that seek to invest in promising ventures with the potential for significant returns. In Ontario and across Canada, these investors play a key role in supporting the development of new technologies, products, and solutions, bridging the gap between government support programs and the private sector.
Venture capital financing helps Canadian companies overcome the challenges of accessing sufficient funds for expansion, equipment procurement, and covering operational costs. It also offers businesses not just financial support but valuable expertise, mentoring, and access to a wide network of industry contacts, facilitating entry into real market opportunities and fostering long-term growth. For companies looking to learn more about venture capital and how it can support their projects, numerous programs and resources are available to guide them through the process of securing venture capital investments, ensuring they are well-equipped to navigate the competitive landscape and capitalize on innovation-driven opportunities.