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CanNor Jobs and Growth Fund — For-profit
Money to future-proof your for-profit business in Northern Canada
Last Update: March 4, 2026
Funding available
No Condition
Timeline
- Open Date : July 21, 2021
Location
Northwest Territories, Nunavut, Yukon, Canada
Overview
If your business is working on a project to transition to a green economy, foster an inclusive recovery, become more competitive and create jobs for Canadians, you could get an interest-free, repayable contribution for up to 50% of the project’s costs.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Increase performance through digital transformation
- Develop strategic partnerships
- Optimize production processes
Eligible Funding
- Up to 50% of project cost
Timeline
- Open Date : July 21, 2021
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
- Manufacturing
- Information and cultural industries
- Professional, scientific and technical services
- Health care and social assistance
Location
- Northwest Territories, Nunavut, Yukon
Legal structures
- For-profit business
- Non-financial cooperative
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Indigenous Peoples
- Persons with Disabilities
- Language Minorities
- Newcomers to Canada
- Other Racialized Persons
- Rural or Northern Residents
- 2SLGBTQI+
- Youth (<40)
- Women
Next steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
This grant supports activities aimed at driving economic growth and enhancing resilience within communities, with a focus on transitioning to a green economy, fostering inclusivity, and boosting competitiveness. Eligible activities are designed to adapt to market shifts and empower diverse groups in Canada.
- Support the development and adoption of clean technology.
- Help communities and businesses plan and drive clean, sustainable economic growth.
- Partner with organizations to catalyze the development of green regional clusters.
- Work with organizations supporting businesses to transition to a green economy.
- Support businesses owned or majority-led by underrepresented groups, such as Indigenous peoples, members of racialized communities, women, youth, LGBTQ2, persons with disabilities, newcomers to Canada, and members of official language minority communities.
- Increase the participation of underrepresented groups in the economy by supporting not-for-profit organizations that provide funding, business services, training, and access to resources to build a more inclusive and equitable workforce.
- Support the development or adoption of digital and technological solutions to increase and promote business productivity.
- Invest in technologies that help scale businesses, enhance their capabilities and increase resilience.
- Support scale-up and market expansion activities that bolster traditional areas of strength.
- Develop emerging areas of global competitive advantage.
- Support supply chain adaptation and diversification opportunities to build Canadian capacity in critical sectors such as food production, medical supplies, and biomanufacturing.
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
Eligible applicants for the Jobs and Growth Fund include businesses, including co-operatives, not-for-profit organizations, and community economic development partners. Indigenous-led organizations and businesses are strongly encouraged to apply and may receive up to 100% of eligible project costs for projects involving Indigenous clients, indicating a focus on inclusive support.Who is not eligible
Some types of companies are not eligible for this grant. Businesses created after January 2020 that do not meet eligibility criteria are not eligible to apply for the Jobs and Growth Fund.
- Businesses created after January 2020 that do not meet eligibility criteria
Eligible expenses
The Jobs and Growth Fund aims to boost Canada's economic resilience through targeted initiatives. Eligible activities focus on transitioning to a green economy, fostering inclusivity, enhancing digital adoption, and strengthening critical sectors.
- Support the development and adoption of clean technology.
- Help communities and businesses plan and drive clean, sustainable economic growth.
- Partner with organizations to catalyze the development of green regional clusters.
- Work with organizations supporting businesses to transition to a green economy.
- Support businesses owned or majority-led by underrepresented groups.
- Increase the participation of underrepresented groups in the economy by supporting not-for-profit organizations.
- Support the development or adoption of digital and technological solutions to increase and promote business productivity.
- Invest in technologies that help scale businesses, enhance capabilities, and increase resilience.
- Support scale-up and market expansion activities that bolster traditional areas of strength.
- Develop emerging areas of global competitive advantage.
- Support supply chain adaptation and diversification opportunities in critical sectors like food production and medical supplies.
Eligible geographic areas
Eligible companies for this grant must be located within the territories as the fund is delivered by the Canadian Northern Economic Development Agency (CanNor).
- Companies based in Yukon.
- Companies based in Northwest Territories.
- Companies based in Nunavut.
Additional information
Here are additional relevant details for this grant:
- Continuous intake allows for flexibility in timing for application submissions.
- Priority may be given to projects that demonstrate strong potential for job creation and economic impact in their regions.
- Potential applicants might consider partnering with local organizations or stakeholders to strengthen their proposal.
Documents and links
Frequently Asked Questions about the CanNor Jobs and Growth Fund — For-profit Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the CanNor Jobs and Growth Fund — For-profit. 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 CanNor Jobs and Growth Fund — For-profit?
If your business is working on a project to transition to a green economy, foster an inclusive recovery, become more competitive and create jobs for Canadians, you could get an interest-free, repayable contribution for up to 50% of the project’s costs.
How much funding can be received?
CanNor Jobs and Growth Fund — For-profit Funds up to 50% of admissible expenses.
Who is eligible for the CanNor Jobs and Growth Fund — For-profit program?
To be eligible for the CanNor Jobs and Growth Fund — For-profit program, you must:
The applicant must be a for-profit business, which can include co-operatives.
The business must aim to create jobs and position the economy for long-term growth.
The applicant must participate in activities aligning with transitioning to a green economy or fostering an inclusive recovery, among others.
What expenses are eligible under CanNor Jobs and Growth Fund — For-profit?
This grant supports activities aimed at driving economic growth and enhancing resilience within communities, with a focus on transitioning to a green economy, fostering inclusivity, and boosting competitiveness. Eligible activities are designed to adapt to market shifts and empower diverse groups in Canada. Support the development and adoption of clean technology.
Help communities and businesses plan and drive clean, sustainable economic growth.
Partner with organizations to catalyze the development of green regional clusters.
Work with organizations supporting businesses to transition to a green economy.
Support businesses owned or majority-led by underrepresented groups, such as Indigenous peoples, members of racialized communities, women, youth, LGBTQ2, persons with disabilities, newcomers to Canada, and members of official language minority communities.
Increase the participation of underrepresented groups in the economy by supporting not-for-profit organizations that provide funding, business services, training, and access to resources to build a more inclusive and equitable workforce.
Support the development or adoption of digital and technological solutions to increase and promote business productivity.
Invest in technologies that help scale businesses, enhance their capabilities and increase resilience.
Support scale-up and market expansion activities that bolster traditional areas of strength.
Develop emerging areas of global competitive advantage.
Support supply chain adaptation and diversification opportunities to build Canadian capacity in critical sectors such as food production, medical supplies, and biomanufacturing.
Who can I contact for more information about the CanNor Jobs and Growth Fund — For-profit?
You can contact Canadian Northern Economic Development Agency (CanNor).
Where is the CanNor Jobs and Growth Fund — For-profit available?
The CanNor Jobs and Growth Fund — For-profit program is available the province of Northwest Territories, Nunavut, Yukon.
Is the CanNor Jobs and Growth Fund — For-profit a grant, loan, or tax credit?
CanNor Jobs and Growth Fund — For-profit is a Grant and Funding
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