Open
Tax incentives for business R&D in Canada
Canada
Up to 35% of project cost
Technology
Grant consulting for Canadian technology companies
Investments in software development, cloud infrastructure, cybersecurity, R&D, and commercialization can open the door to grants. helloDarwin helps identify the right programs for your industry.
What makes funding in technology complex
Technology 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 technology, the budget, outcomes, and operational risks.
Timing requirements
Many programs require applications before the purchase, signature, or project start.
Grants in technology
Technology businesses can access programs to modernize operations, develop markets, improve productivity, or reduce costs.
Open
Supports feasibility studies for investment projects
Quebec, Canada
Up to 250,000 $
Open
Tax credit for investment and innovation in Quebec
Quebec, Canada
Up to 25% of project cost
Accepted$1M+
2025Professional, scientific and technical services
Artificial Intelligence for Canadian Energy Innovation
Digital project to structure growth
Accepted$500K-$1M
2025Information and cultural industries
Évolution-Compétences — Innovation and knowledge component
Digital transformation to improve efficiency
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$100K-$250K
2025Information and cultural industries
Epic MegaGrants
Development of an immersive real-time 3D experience using Unreal Engine
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
2025Information and cultural industries
Arts Abroad — Circulation and Touring
Commercial expansion into new markets
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
2025Information and cultural industries
SODEC — Support for entrepreneurial development — Stream 1
Operational modernization with new tools
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$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
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
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
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
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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 technology projects are strong funding candidates?
Software development, AI, cybersecurity, product innovation, commercialization, export, hiring, training, infrastructure, and technical experimentation can all be worth reviewing depending on the work and expenses.
How should a tech company frame its project?
A strong file explains the product or system, target users, technical work, market opportunity, team capacity, budget, timeline, and whether the project involves R&D, commercialization, or adoption.
How does helloDarwin help technology teams choose programs?
We compare grants, tax credits, SR&ED, hiring support, export programs, and innovation funding so each part of the roadmap is matched with the right opportunity.