Open
Supports Canadian SMEs’ export activities in new international markets
CanadaCloses on August 31, 2026
Up to 50,000 $
Information
Grant consulting for Canada's information sector
Investments in data platforms, cybersecurity, content, subscriptions, and digital products can open the door to grants. helloDarwin helps identify the right programs for your industry.
What makes funding in the information sector complex
Information-sector businesses often need to combine expenses, sector proof, intake dates, and economic objectives to secure the right funding.
Varied expenses
Equipment, technology, training, hiring, energy efficiency, or expansion can fall under different programs.
Sector-specific proof
Programs need to understand the context in the information sector, the budget, outcomes, and operational risks.
Timing requirements
Many programs require applications before the purchase, signature, or project start.
Grants in the information sector
Information-sector businesses can access programs to modernize operations, develop markets, improve productivity, or reduce costs.
Closed
Supports hiring for research and innovation roles
Quebec, Canada
Up to 30,000 $
Open
Supports feasibility studies for investment projects
Quebec, Canada
Up to 250,000 $
Accepted$500K-$1M
2025Information and cultural industries
Évolution-Compétences — Innovation and knowledge component
Digital transformation to improve efficiency
Accepted$100K-$250K
2025Information and cultural industries
Epic MegaGrants
Development of an immersive real-time 3D experience using Unreal Engine
Accepted$50K-$100K
2025Information and cultural industries
Arts Abroad — Circulation and Touring
Commercial expansion into new markets
Accepted$25K-$50K
2025Information and cultural industries
SODEC — Support for entrepreneurial development — Stream 1
Operational modernization with new tools
Accepted$25K-$50K
2024Information and cultural industries
Strategic Innovation Fund — Digital Generator – Stream 2
Operational modernization with new tools
Accepted$10K-$25K
2025Information and cultural industries
Stand With Owners — Telus Business
Skills development to accelerate execution
Accepted$10K-$25K
2024Information and cultural industries
Magazine — Aid to Publishers
Digital project to structure growth
AcceptedUnder $10K
2025Information and cultural industries
CanExport GAC-Led Delegations
Participation in an eligible GAC-led trade mission, including meetings with buyers in a target market
AcceptedUnder $10K
2025Information and cultural industries
SODEXPORT – Component 2.2 : Support for touring music and variety shows abroad
Tour of Quebec music performances at festivals and venues outside Quebec
AcceptedUnder $10K
2025Information and cultural industries
TECHNATION — Career Ready Program
Paid student work placement in software development supporting an advanced manufacturing project
Our services
Precision expertise in high-impact funding vertical.
Grant Consulting
Strategic support to build your financing plan, prioritize opportunities, and manage your requests.
Grant Writing
Comprehensive support to prepare, draft, and file an accurate application with the help of our experts.
Platform
Self-service tools to discover grants, tax credits, and programs tailored to your projects.
Frequently asked questions
Need help deciding what applies to your business? Talk to an expert and get a clearer next step.
Which information-sector projects can be funded?
Funding may support digital products, media or content initiatives, software development, commercialization, training, export, innovation, and productivity improvements depending on the program rules.
What should information businesses clarify first?
Clarify whether the project is content production, technology development, market expansion, training, or operational modernization. Different program categories treat those activities very differently.
How does helloDarwin help position an information-sector file?
We help connect the project to the right category, document eligible expenses, and explain the expected business, cultural, technological, or productivity outcomes in a way funders can evaluate.