Open
Supports feasibility studies for investment projects
Quebec, Canada
Up to 250,000 $
Professional services
Grant consulting for Canadian professional services firms
Investments in software, cybersecurity, recruiting, training, and market development can open the door to grants. helloDarwin helps identify the right programs for your industry.
What makes funding in professional services complex
Professional services firms 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 professional services, the budget, outcomes, and operational risks.
Timing requirements
Many programs require applications before the purchase, signature, or project start.
Grants in professional services
Professional services firms can access programs to modernize operations, develop markets, improve productivity, or reduce costs.
Open
Supports Canadian SMEs’ export activities in new international markets
CanadaCloses on August 31, 2026
Up to 50,000 $
Open
Tax incentives for business R&D in Canada
Canada
Up to 35% of project cost
Accepted$1M+
2025Professional, scientific and technical services
Artificial Intelligence for Canadian Energy Innovation
Digital project to structure growth
Accepted$250K-$500K
2025Professional, scientific and technical services
Call for collaborative and structuring innovation projects in Quebec's strategic sectors
Digital project to structure growth
Accepted$250K-$500K
2025Professional, scientific and technical services
Pivot to Grow loan
Operational modernization with new tools
Accepted$250K-$500K
2025Professional, scientific and technical services
Support program for economic development projects (PAPDE) — Component 2 : Support for the development of strategic sectors and regions
Digital transformation to improve efficiency
Accepted$100K-$250K
2026Professional, scientific and technical services
Term Loans
Facility improvement to strengthen operations
Accepted$100K-$250K
2025Professional, scientific and technical services
Development of E-Business Tax Credit (CDAE)
Salaries for developers designing and integrating eligible e-business software systems
Accepted$50K-$100K
2026Professional, scientific and technical services
CDEM — Non-refundable contributions
Business plan, market study and launch activities for an Innu-owned professional-services company
Accepted$50K-$100K
2025Professional, scientific and technical services
Défi-Québec, Sustainable City
Market-oriented research and development
Accepted$50K-$100K
2025Professional, scientific and technical services
Indigenous Initiatives Fund IV
Market study and expansion plan for an Indigenous-owned professional-services business
Accepted$50K-$100K
2025Professional, scientific and technical services
ISED — Artificial intelligence (AI)
Digital transformation to improve efficiency
Accepted$50K-$100K
2024Professional, scientific and technical services
NovaScience Program — Support for the position of innovation and commercialization manager
Creation and hiring of a permanent innovation and commercialization manager to lead market deployment
Accepted$50K-$100K
2023Professional, scientific and technical services
PME MTL – PME MTL investment funds
Loan financing for production equipment, working capital and intellectual-property protection during Montreal business growth
Accepted$50K-$100K
2023Professional, scientific and technical services
PME MTL — Innovation Investment Fund
Operational modernization with new tools
Accepted$25K-$50K
2026Professional, scientific and technical services
CanExport SMEs
International market research, trade-fair meetings and localized marketing materials for two target export markets
Accepted$25K-$50K
2025Professional, scientific and technical services
Innovative Solutions Canada Program
Applied innovation project with commercial potential
Accepted$25K-$50K
2025Professional, scientific and technical services
PME MTL — Call for projects : Innovation
Pilot implementation of a new technology and commercialization of an innovative Montreal business solution
Accepted$25K-$50K
2025Professional, scientific and technical services
SCALE AI — Acceleration
Digital transformation to improve efficiency
Accepted$25K-$50K
2024Professional, scientific and technical services
Call for projects: Innovation and growth
Real-world pilot, market launch and first sales of an innovative clean-technology solution
Accepted$25K-$50K
2024Professional, scientific and technical services
Honorific grants 2024 — Entreprendre ici
Product development to create a competitive advantage
Accepted$25K-$50K
2024Professional, scientific and technical services
NovaScience Program — Support for employment in research and innovation
Hiring a research and innovation specialist to lead a digital-transformation project
Accepted$10K-$25K
2025Professional, scientific and technical services
Startup in residence
Team expansion to support growth
Accepted$10K-$25K
2024Professional, scientific and technical services
CDAP — Youth Wage Subsidies
Wage subsidy for a young employee implementing e-commerce and digital-adoption initiatives
AcceptedUnder $10K
2025Professional, scientific and technical services
Visées program — Training
Accredited employee upskilling program in project management and digital production tools
AcceptedUnder $10K
2024Professional, scientific and technical services
Arts Across Canada — Representation and Promotion
Digital transformation to improve efficiency
AcceptedUnder $10K
2024Professional, scientific and technical services
Canada Digital Adoption Program — Grow Your Business Online
Digital transformation to improve efficiency
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.
Can professional services firms qualify for funding?
Yes, especially for digital transformation, AI and automation, workforce training, export development, productivity tools, hiring, and commercialization projects with clear expenses and outcomes.
What should a services firm define before applying?
Define the business problem, the tool or service being implemented, the internal team involved, expected efficiency gains, training needs, and how the project supports growth or capacity.
How does helloDarwin help professional services teams?
We help translate knowledge-work projects into fundable files by clarifying eligible expenses, measurable gains, program fit, and the difference between operational improvements and innovation work.