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Technical Assistance Grants
Technical assistance funding for co-operatives
Last Update: May 26, 2026
Funding available
$ 4,000
Timeline
- Open Date : February 3, 2026
Location
Canada
Overview
Provides technical assistance funding for CWCF member co-operatives, with support of up to $4,000. Smaller amounts are also available for non-member co-op start-ups, conversions, and expansions to cover specialty consulting services.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Improve governance or administrative structure
- Develop strategic partnerships
- Start a business
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 4,000 $
Timeline
- Open Date : February 3, 2026
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Location
- Canada
Legal structures
- Non-financial cooperative
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- All groups
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Technical assistance for co-operative start-ups, conversions, and expansions
- Specialized support on marketing, financial administration, governance, conflict resolution, and legal matters
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- CWCF member co-operatives
- Non-member co-operative start-ups
- Co-operative conversion projects
- Co-operative expansion projects
- Start-up groups working toward incorporation
Eligible expenses
- Specialty consulting fees
- Marketing, financial administration, and governance advice
- Consulting for expansion, conflict resolution, and legal issues
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Technical Assistance Grants Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the Technical Assistance Grants. 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 Technical Assistance Grants?
Provides technical assistance funding for CWCF member co-operatives, with support of up to $4,000. Smaller amounts are also available for non-member co-op start-ups, conversions, and expansions to cover specialty consulting services.
How much funding can be received?
Technical Assistance Grants Funds up to $4,000 of admissible expenses.
Who is eligible for the Technical Assistance Grants program?
To be eligible for the Technical Assistance Grants program, you must:
CWCF member co-operatives
Non-member co-op start-ups, conversions, or expansions
Start-up groups committing to join CWCF upon incorporation
What expenses are eligible under Technical Assistance Grants?
Technical assistance for co-operative start-ups, conversions, and expansions
Specialized support on marketing, financial administration, governance, conflict resolution, and legal matters
Who can I contact for more information about the Technical Assistance Grants?
You can contact Canadian Worker Co-op Federation by email at communications@canadianworker.coop.
Where is the Technical Assistance Grants available?
The Technical Assistance Grants program is available across Canada.
Is the Technical Assistance Grants a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Technical Assistance Grants is a Grant and Funding