Closed
Last Update: April 27, 2026
Funding available
$ 500,000 - $ 5,000,000
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Location
Alberta, British Columbia, Manitoba, New Brunswick, Newfoundland and Labrador, Nova Scotia, Ontario, Prince Edward Island, Quebec, Saskatchewan
Overview
The Airport Relief Fund provided up to $64.8 million in contribution funding to help selected Canadian airports manage the financial impact of reduced air travel during the COVID-19 pandemic. It supported immediate relief for airport operations and included funding for eligible airports identified by Transport Canada.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Increase production or service capacity
- Increase operational productivity
- Strengthen organizational capacity
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 5,000,000 $
- Minimum amount : 500,000 $
- Up to 8% of project cost
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Transportation and warehousing
Location
- Alberta, British Columbia, Manitoba, New Brunswick, Newfoundland and Labrador, Nova Scotia, Ontario, Prince Edward Island, Quebec, Saskatchewan
Legal structures
- Public or Parapublic institution
Annual revenue
- $ 10,000,000 minimum revenue
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- All groups
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Selected Canadian airport authorities.
- Eligible airports identified by Transport Canada.
Eligible geographic areas
- Canada
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are no longer being accepted.
- The process is closed.
- Questions were directed to Transport Canada by email.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Airport Relief Fund Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the Airport Relief Fund. This section explains what the program is, how much funding is available, eligibility requirements, application deadlines, and other important details to help you determine if this grant is right for your business.
What is the Airport Relief Fund?
The Airport Relief Fund provided up to $64.8 million in contribution funding to help selected Canadian airports manage the financial impact of reduced air travel during the COVID-19 pandemic. It supported immediate relief for airport operations and included funding for eligible airports identified by Transport Canada.
How much funding can be received?
Airport Relief Fund Funds up to 8% of admissible expenses, capped at $5,000,000 per project.
Who can I contact for more information about the Airport Relief Fund?
You can contact Transport Canada (TC) by email at AirportReliefFund-Fondsdaidepourlesaeroports@tc.gc.ca or by phone at none.
Where is the Airport Relief Fund available?
The Airport Relief Fund program is available the province of Alberta, British Columbia, Manitoba, New Brunswick, Newfoundland and Labrador, Nova Scotia, Ontario, Prince Edward Island, Quebec, Saskatchewan.
Is the Airport Relief Fund a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Airport Relief Fund is a Grant and Funding
Who are the financial supporters of the Airport Relief Fund?
Airport Relief Fund is funded by Transport Canada (TC)