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Grant and Funding Programs Offered by Government of Prince Edward Island

Overview of Available Grants and Funding

The Government of Prince Edward Island supports economic growth and community development by providing various grants and funding opportunities for businesses, non-profits, and community groups. Through programs like Innovation PEI and the Community Grants Program, the government fosters innovation, strengthens agriculture, and preserves cultural and natural resources, enhancing the quality of life for its residents.
63 opportunities available
Livestock Strategy Program — Strategic Livestock Industry
Grant and FundingOpen

Livestock Strategy Program — Strategic Livestock Industry

Government of Prince Edward Island
Funding to increase profitability of PEI livestock industry
Eligible Funding
  • Max. $75,000
  • Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries
  • Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
Types of eligible projects
ENVIRONMENT AND CLIMATEINNOVATION
Rural Enhancement Employment Program — Private Sector Businesses
Wage Subsidies And InternsOpen

Rural Enhancement Employment Program — Private Sector Businesses

Government of Prince Edward Island
Wage subsidy for rural PEI businesses
Eligible Funding
  • Max. $14,400
  • Up to 75% of project cost
Eligible Industries
  • All industries
Types of eligible projects
HUMAN RESOURCES
Farmland Financing Program  — Up to 450 Acres
Loans and Capital investmentsOpen

Farmland Financing Program — Up to 450 Acres

Government of Prince Edward Island
Loan to purchase farmland in Prince Edward Island (PEI)
Eligible Funding
  • Up to 90% of project cost
Eligible Industries
  • All industries
Types of eligible projects
BUSINESS BUYOUT
Work Experience PEI — For Organizations
Wage Subsidies And InternsOpen

Work Experience PEI — For Organizations

Government of Prince Edward Island
Get a wage subsidy to hire an employee
Eligible Funding
  • No Condition
Eligible Industries
  • All industries
Types of eligible projects
HUMAN RESOURCES
Eligible Funding
  • Max. $14,400
  • Up to 75% of project cost
Eligible Industries
  • All industries
Types of eligible projects
HUMAN RESOURCES
PEI —Workplace Skills Training
Grant and FundingOpen

PEI —Workplace Skills Training

Government of Prince Edward Island
Funding to train employees
Eligible Funding
  • Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries
  • All industries
Types of eligible projects
HUMAN RESOURCES
PEI - Export Trade Assistance
Grant and FundingOpen

PEI - Export Trade Assistance

Government of Prince Edward Island
Funding to explore new global opportunities in PEI
Eligible Funding
  • Max. $3,000
  • Up to 75% of project cost
Eligible Industries
  • Manufacturing
  • Information and cultural industries
  • Professional, scientific and technical services
  • Arts, entertainment and recreation
Types of eligible projects
COMMERCIALIZATIONTECHNOLOGYINNOVATIONDIGITAL TRANSFORMATION
Agriculture Research and Innovation — Agriculture Technology Advancement
Grant and FundingOpen

Agriculture Research and Innovation — Agriculture Technology Advancement

Government of Prince Edward Island
Funding to implement innovative technologies in P.E.I. agriculture and agri-food
Eligible Funding
  • Max. $80
  • Up to 75% of project cost
Eligible Industries
  • Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
Types of eligible projects
COMMERCIALIZATIONTECHNOLOGYENVIRONMENT AND CLIMATEINNOVATION
Farmland Financing Program  — Up to 150 Acres
Loans and Capital investmentsOpen

Farmland Financing Program — Up to 150 Acres

Government of Prince Edward Island
Loan to purchase farm land in Prince Edward Island
Eligible Funding
  • Up to 90% of project cost
Eligible Industries
  • Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
Types of eligible projects
BUSINESS BUYOUT
Future Fisher Program
Grant and FundingOpen

Future Fisher Program

Government of Prince Edward Island
Support for new entrants to the lobster fishery in Prince Edward Island
Eligible Funding
  • Max. $12,000
  • Up to 2% of project cost
Eligible Industries
  • Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
Types of eligible projects
BUSINESS BUYOUT
Organic Industry Development — Increasing Market Competitiveness
Grant and FundingOpen

Organic Industry Development — Increasing Market Competitiveness

Government of Prince Edward Island
Funding to help Prince Edward Island organic businesses increase market share
Eligible Funding
  • Max. $60,000
  • Up to 70% of project cost
Eligible Industries
  • All industries
Types of eligible projects
COMMERCIALIZATIONTECHNOLOGY
Manufacturing and Processing Assistance - Capital Loan
Loans and Capital investmentsClosed

Manufacturing and Processing Assistance - Capital Loan

Government of Prince Edward Island
Loan to purchase or refurbish capital assets in Prince Edward Island (PEI)
Eligible Funding
  • Up to 80% of project cost
Eligible Industries
  • Manufacturing
Types of eligible projects
BUSINESS BUYOUT
Small Business Assistance
Loans and Capital investmentsOpen

Small Business Assistance

Government of Prince Edward Island
Loan for Prince Edward Island (PEI) businesses to acquire, expand, manage debt or build retail malls
Eligible Funding
  • Up to 80% of project cost
Eligible Industries
  • All industries
Types of eligible projects
CONSTRUCTION AND RENOVATION BUSINESS BUYOUT
Horticulture Diversification Program
Partnering and CollaborationGrant and FundingExpert AdviceOpen

Horticulture Diversification Program

Government of Prince Edward Island
Supports horticultural producers to expand and diversify production
Eligible Funding
  • Max. $75,000
  • Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries
  • All industries
Types of eligible projects
TECHNOLOGYENVIRONMENT AND CLIMATEINNOVATION
Graduate Mentorship Program — For Employers
Wage Subsidies And InternsOpen

Graduate Mentorship Program — For Employers

Government of Prince Edward Island
Get a wage subsidy to hire post-secondary graduates
Eligible Funding
  • Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries
  • All industries
Types of eligible projects
HUMAN RESOURCES
Organic Industry Development — Specialized Equipment
Grant and FundingClosed

Organic Industry Development — Specialized Equipment

Government of Prince Edward Island
Funding for specialized equipment in Prince Edward Island for organic farming
Eligible Funding
  • From $400 to $60,000
  • Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries
  • Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
Types of eligible projects
TECHNOLOGY
Rental Cost Assistance
Grant and FundingOpen

Rental Cost Assistance

Government of Prince Edward Island
Contribution to cover Prince Edward Island (PEI) business rental costs
Eligible Funding
  • Max. $60,000
  • Up to 75% of project cost
Eligible Industries
  • Manufacturing
  • Information and cultural industries
Types of eligible projects
Enriched Investment Tax Credit
Tax CreditsOpen

Enriched Investment Tax Credit

Government of Prince Edward Island
Rebates for manufacturing and processing exporters in PEI
Eligible Funding
  • Up to 25% of project cost
Eligible Industries
  • Manufacturing
Types of eligible projects
TECHNOLOGYENVIRONMENT AND CLIMATEINNOVATION
Acadian and Francophone Culture Fund
Grant and FundingClosed

Acadian and Francophone Culture Fund

Government of Prince Edward Island
Support for francophone culture in PEI
Eligible Funding
  • Up to 60% of project cost
Eligible Industries
  • Information and cultural industries
  • Arts, entertainment and recreation
Types of eligible projects
Alternative Land Use Services Program
Grant and FundingClosed

Alternative Land Use Services Program

Government of Prince Edward Island
Funding for agricultural land sustainability in Prince Edward Island
Eligible Funding
  • No Condition
Eligible Industries
  • Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
Types of eligible projects
ENVIRONMENT AND CLIMATE
Self-Employ PEI
Grant and FundingExpert AdviceOpen

Self-Employ PEI

Government of Prince Edward Island
Support for Prince Edward Island (PEI) entrepreneurs
Eligible Funding
  • No Condition
Eligible Industries
  • Manufacturing
  • Retail trade
  • Information and cultural industries
  • Accommodation and food services
Types of eligible projects
COMMERCIALIZATIONTECHNOLOGYBUSINESS BUYOUTINNOVATIONDIGITAL TRANSFORMATION
Agriculture Research and Innovation — Applied Research (Agribusiness and Academic Institutions)
Grant and FundingOpen

Agriculture Research and Innovation — Applied Research (Agribusiness and Academic Institutions)

Government of Prince Edward Island
Funding for short-term applied research in Prince Edward Island agriculture
Eligible Funding
  • Max. $80,000
  • Up to 75% of project cost
Eligible Industries
  • Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
Types of eligible projects
COMMERCIALIZATIONTECHNOLOGYENVIRONMENT AND CLIMATEINNOVATION
Organic Industry Development - Implementation of Strategic Initiatives
Grant and FundingOpen

Organic Industry Development - Implementation of Strategic Initiatives

Government of Prince Edward Island
Funding to support organic farming in Prince Edward Island
Eligible Funding
  • Max. $60,000
  • Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries
  • All industries
Types of eligible projects
COMMERCIALIZATIONTECHNOLOGYENVIRONMENT AND CLIMATE
Livestock Strategy Program — Pollination Expansion
Grant and FundingOpen

Livestock Strategy Program — Pollination Expansion

Government of Prince Edward Island
Funding to increase profitability of PEI livestock industry
Eligible Funding
  • Max. $50,000
  • Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries
  • Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
Types of eligible projects
ENVIRONMENT AND CLIMATE
Agriculture Research and Innovation — Applied Research (Agricultural Producers)
Grant and FundingOpen

Agriculture Research and Innovation — Applied Research (Agricultural Producers)

Government of Prince Edward Island
Funding for short-term applied research in Prince Edward Island agriculture
Eligible Funding
  • Max. $80,000
  • Up to 35% of project cost
Eligible Industries
  • All industries
Types of eligible projects
Food Product Development Assistance
Grant and FundingExpert AdviceOpen

Food Product Development Assistance

Government of Prince Edward Island
Funding for professional help to create or improve a food product or process in PEI
Eligible Funding
  • No Condition
Eligible Industries
  • All industries
Types of eligible projects
Marketing Support Program
Grant and FundingOpen

Marketing Support Program

Government of Prince Edward Island
Marketing support for Prince Edward Island (PEI) businesses
Eligible Funding
  • Max. $16,000
  • Up to 40% of project cost
Eligible Industries
  • Manufacturing
  • Information and cultural industries
  • Professional, scientific and technical services
Types of eligible projects
DIGITAL TRANSFORMATION
Innovation Fund
Grant and FundingClosed

Innovation Fund

Government of Prince Edward Island
Financing for PEI businesses to bring new products to market
Eligible Funding
  • Max. $50,000
  • Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries
  • Manufacturing
  • Information and cultural industries
  • Professional, scientific and technical services
  • Arts, entertainment and recreation
Types of eligible projects
COMMERCIALIZATIONINNOVATION
Product and Market Development Program — Agri-Businesses
Grant and FundingOpen

Product and Market Development Program — Agri-Businesses

Government of Prince Edward Island
Money to help agri-businesses in Prince Edward Island grow
Eligible Funding
  • Max. $30,000
  • Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries
  • Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
Types of eligible projects
COMMERCIALIZATION
Web Presence Assistance
Grant and FundingOpen

Web Presence Assistance

Government of Prince Edward Island
Money to increase online sales for PEI businesses
Eligible Funding
  • Max. $2,500
  • Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries
  • Retail trade
Types of eligible projects
DIGITAL TRANSFORMATION
AgriStability — Prince Edward Island
Grant and FundingOpen

AgriStability — Prince Edward Island

Government of Prince Edward Island
Insurance to protect farming operations in Prince Edward Islands
Eligible Funding
  • Min. $400
  • Up to 60% of project cost
Eligible Industries
  • Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
Types of eligible projects
ENVIRONMENT AND CLIMATEBUSINESS BUYOUT
PEI — Business Development Program
Grant and FundingOpen

PEI — Business Development Program

Government of Prince Edward Island
Business training and planning funding for agri-businesses in Prince Edward Island
Eligible Funding
  • No Condition
Eligible Industries
  • All industries
Types of eligible projects
COMMERCIALIZATION
Future Farmer Program
Grant and FundingClosed

Future Farmer Program

Government of Prince Edward Island
Funding to support new farmers
Eligible Funding
  • Max. $10,000
  • Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries
  • Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
Types of eligible projects
BUSINESS BUYOUT
Electric Vehicle Incentive
Grant and FundingOpen

Electric Vehicle Incentive

Government of Prince Edward Island
Financial incentive for electric and plug-in hybrid vehicle purchases
Eligible Funding
  • Max. $4,000
Eligible Industries
  • Retail trade
  • Transportation and warehousing
  • Other services (except public administration)
  • Public administration
Types of eligible projects
ENVIRONMENT AND CLIMATE
Product and Market Development Program — Agricultural Industry Organizations
Grant and FundingOpen

Product and Market Development Program — Agricultural Industry Organizations

Government of Prince Edward Island
Money to help agri-businesses in Prince Edward Island grow
Eligible Funding
  • Max. $30,000
  • Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries
  • Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
  • Manufacturing
  • Wholesale trade
Types of eligible projects
COMMERCIALIZATION
Equity Investors Incentive
Grant and FundingOpen

Equity Investors Incentive

Government of Prince Edward Island
Funds for PEI businesses to attract investors
Eligible Funding
  • Max. $200,000
  • Up to 20% of project cost
Eligible Industries
  • Manufacturing
  • Information and cultural industries
  • Professional, scientific and technical services
  • Arts, entertainment and recreation
Types of eligible projects
COMMERCIALIZATIONTECHNOLOGYINNOVATION
Employ PEI
Wage Subsidies And InternsClosed

Employ PEI

Government of Prince Edward Island
Wage subsidies for Prince Edward Island (PEI) employers to hire job seekers
Eligible Funding
  • Max. $12
  • Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries
  • All industries
Types of eligible projects
HUMAN RESOURCES
Tenders — Prince Edward Island Tenders
Expert AdviceOpen

Tenders — Prince Edward Island Tenders

Government of Prince Edward Island
Opportunities to sell to the Government of Prince Edward Island
Eligible Funding
  • Min. $400
Eligible Industries
  • All industries
Types of eligible projects
CONSTRUCTION AND RENOVATION
Micro-Loan Program
Loans and Capital investmentsOpen

Micro-Loan Program

Government of Prince Edward Island
Micro-loans for PEI entrepreneurs
Eligible Funding
  • Max. $15,000
Eligible Industries
  • Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
  • Manufacturing
  • Retail trade
  • Other services (except public administration)
Types of eligible projects
BUSINESS BUYOUT
Livestock Strategy Program — Community Pasture
Grant and FundingOpen

Livestock Strategy Program — Community Pasture

Government of Prince Edward Island
Funding to increase profitability of PEI livestock industry
Eligible Funding
  • Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries
  • Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
Types of eligible projects
ENVIRONMENT AND CLIMATE
Perennial Crop Development Establishment
Grant and FundingOpen

Perennial Crop Development Establishment

Government of Prince Edward Island
Funding to increase agricultural sustainability in PEI
Eligible Funding
  • Max. $100,000
  • Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries
  • Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
Types of eligible projects
TECHNOLOGYENVIRONMENT AND CLIMATE
PEI Arts Grants Funding
Grant and FundingClosed

PEI Arts Grants Funding

Government of Prince Edward Island
Financial support for arts community in PEI
Eligible Funding
  • Max. $8,000
Eligible Industries
  • Arts, entertainment and recreation
Types of eligible projects
Agriculture Research and Innovation — Applied Research (Agriculture Industry Associations)
Grant and FundingClosed

Agriculture Research and Innovation — Applied Research (Agriculture Industry Associations)

Government of Prince Edward Island
Funding for short-term applied research in Prince Edward Island agriculture
Eligible Funding
  • Max. $60,000
  • Up to 35% of project cost
Eligible Industries
  • Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
Types of eligible projects
COMMERCIALIZATIONTECHNOLOGYENVIRONMENT AND CLIMATEINNOVATION
Capital Acquisition Support
Grant and FundingOpen

Capital Acquisition Support

Government of Prince Edward Island
Financial help for Prince Edward Island businesses
Eligible Funding
  • Max. $25,000
  • Up to 25% of project cost
Eligible Industries
  • Manufacturing
  • Information and cultural industries
  • Arts, entertainment and recreation
Types of eligible projects
TECHNOLOGY
Entrepreneur Loan Program
Loans and Capital investmentsOpen

Entrepreneur Loan Program

Government of Prince Edward Island
Loan for PEI entrepreneurs
Eligible Funding
  • Max. $100,000
  • Up to 10% of project cost
Eligible Industries
  • Retail trade
Types of eligible projects
BUSINESS BUYOUT
Innovation PEI Small Business Assistance
Grant and FundingClosed

Innovation PEI Small Business Assistance

Government of Prince Edward Island
Money for small business improvement in PEI
Eligible Funding
  • Max. $4,000
  • Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries
  • All industries
Types of eligible projects
COMMERCIALIZATION
Agriculture Awareness Program
Grant and FundingClosed

Agriculture Awareness Program

Government of Prince Edward Island
Funding to promote agriculture in Prince Edward Island
Eligible Funding
  • Max. $10,000
  • Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries
  • All industries
Types of eligible projects
ENVIRONMENT AND CLIMATE
Post-Secondary Student Program
Wage Subsidies And InternsClosed

Post-Secondary Student Program

Government of Prince Edward Island
Wage subsidy to hire a student
Eligible Funding
  • No Condition
Eligible Industries
  • All industries
Types of eligible projects
HUMAN RESOURCES
Aerospace Tax Holiday
Tax CreditsOpen

Aerospace Tax Holiday

Government of Prince Edward Island
No corporate tax for aerospace and defence employers in PEI
Eligible Funding
  • No Condition
Eligible Industries
  • Manufacturing
Types of eligible projects
BUSINESS BUYOUT
Advanced Marine Technology Tax Rebate
Tax CreditsOpen

Advanced Marine Technology Tax Rebate

Government of Prince Edward Island
Tax credit for marine technology companies
Eligible Funding
  • Up to 83% of project cost
Eligible Industries
  • Manufacturing
  • Professional, scientific and technical services
Types of eligible projects
COMMERCIALIZATIONTECHNOLOGY
Tourism Financing Assistance - Long Term Loan
Loans and Capital investmentsOpen

Tourism Financing Assistance - Long Term Loan

Government of Prince Edward Island
Loans for Prince Edward Island (PEI) tourism businesses
Eligible Funding
  • Up to 80% of project cost
Eligible Industries
  • All industries
Types of eligible projects
CONSTRUCTION AND RENOVATION
Innovation and Development Labour Rebate Program
Grant and FundingOpen

Innovation and Development Labour Rebate Program

Government of Prince Edward Island
Tax credit for development and commercialization in Prince Edward Island (PEI)
Eligible Funding
  • No Condition
Eligible Industries
  • All industries
Types of eligible projects
COMMERCIALIZATIONHUMAN RESOURCESINNOVATION
Tourism Financing Assistance — Operating Loan
Loans and Capital investmentsOpen

Tourism Financing Assistance — Operating Loan

Government of Prince Edward Island
Loan to finance tourism operating costs in Prince Edward Island (PEI)
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
Manufacturing and Processing Assistance - Operating Loan
Loans and Capital investmentsOpen

Manufacturing and Processing Assistance - Operating Loan

Government of Prince Edward Island
Loan to purchase inventory or for day-to-day operating costs in Prince Edward Island
Eligible Funding
  • Up to 80% of project cost
Eligible Industries
  • Manufacturing
Types of eligible projects
Strategic Improvement Assistance
Grant and FundingOpen

Strategic Improvement Assistance

Government of Prince Edward Island
Financial support to improve PEI businesses
Eligible Funding
  • Max. $20,000
  • Up to 40% of project cost
Eligible Industries
  • All industries
Types of eligible projects
TECHNOLOGYENVIRONMENT AND CLIMATEHUMAN RESOURCESINNOVATIONDIGITAL TRANSFORMATION
Assurance Systems Program
Grant and FundingOpen

Assurance Systems Program

Government of Prince Edward Island
Funds for risk management on Prince Edward Island farms
Eligible Funding
  • No Condition
Eligible Industries
  • Manufacturing
Types of eligible projects
ENVIRONMENT AND CLIMATEHUMAN RESOURCES
Agriculture Stewardship Program
Grant and FundingClosed

Agriculture Stewardship Program

Government of Prince Edward Island
Funding for beneficial agriculture management practices in Prince Edward Island
Eligible Funding
  • Max. $25,000
  • Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries
  • All industries
Types of eligible projects
ENVIRONMENT AND CLIMATE
Organic Industry Development — Certified Organic Land Conversion
Grant and FundingOpen

Organic Industry Development — Certified Organic Land Conversion

Government of Prince Edward Island
Funding to convert agricultural land in Prince Edward Island
Eligible Funding
  • From $400 to $60,000
  • Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries
  • Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
Types of eligible projects
TECHNOLOGY
Jobs for Youth Program
Wage Subsidies And InternsClosed

Jobs for Youth Program

Government of Prince Edward Island
Wage subsidy to hire a student
Eligible Funding
  • No Condition
Eligible Industries
  • All industries
Types of eligible projects
Perennial Crop Development Efficiency
Grant and FundingOpen

Perennial Crop Development Efficiency

Government of Prince Edward Island
Funding to increase agricultural sustainability in PEI
Eligible Funding
  • Max. $100,000
  • Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries
  • All industries
Types of eligible projects
Island Community Food Security Program
Grant and FundingOpen

Island Community Food Security Program

Government of Prince Edward Island
Funds for food literacy and security projects in Prince Edward Island
Eligible Funding
  • Max. $10,000
Eligible Industries
  • Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
  • Educational services
  • Health care and social assistance
  • Other services (except public administration)
Types of eligible projects
ENVIRONMENT AND CLIMATE
Strategic Industry Growth Initiative
Grant and FundingClosed

Strategic Industry Growth Initiative

Government of Prince Edward Island
Funding for Prince Edward Island to commercialize new food products
Eligible Funding
  • Max. $20,000
  • Up to 85% of project cost
Eligible Industries
  • Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
  • Manufacturing
Types of eligible projects
COMMERCIALIZATION
Livestock Strategy Program — Provincial Abattoir
Grant and FundingOpen

Livestock Strategy Program — Provincial Abattoir

Government of Prince Edward Island
Funding to increase profitability of PEI livestock industry
Eligible Funding
  • No Condition
Eligible Industries
  • Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
  • Public administration
Types of eligible projects
TECHNOLOGYENVIRONMENT AND CLIMATEINNOVATION