Canadian grants & funding programs

First Peoples Economic Growth Fund - Aftercare Program

50% funding for business growth, innovation, and community empowerment

Provides financing to support First Nation business proposals that are economically viable.

Canada

City of Niagara Falls – Community Improvement Plan: Building Improvement Grant

Typically 50% of eligible costs, up to $20,000 (amounts and caps vary by CIP area/policy).

Matching grant to support eligible interior and structural building improvements that enhance safety, accessibility, and functionality in designated CIP areas.

Niagara Falls · Ontario · Canada

NWAC'S NAP: BUILDING SKILLS

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Developed by the Native Women’s Association of Canada (NWAC), with funding from the Government of Canada’s Apprenticeship Service, the National Apprenticeships Program (NAP) connects businesses with Indigenous women, Two Spirit, transgender, and gender-diverse people seeking apprenticeships in the skilled trades.

Canada

First Peoples Economic Growth Fund – Business Plan Assistance

50% funding for business growth, marketing, travel, and community initiatives.

This program provides support to Manitoba First Nation individuals or First Nation-based enterprises for the research and development of a quality business plan.

Manitoba

Perennial Crop Development Establishment

75% funding for establishing and improving perennial crops, enhancing sustainability and efficiency.

Get up to $20,000 to cover up to 50% of eligible expenses to support high-value perennial crop production.

Prince Edward Island

First Peoples Economic - Aftercare Program

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Provides financing to support First Nation business proposals that are economically viable.

Canada

Export Readiness Micro - Voucher Program - Alberta Innovates

The Export Readiness Micro-Voucher Program provides up to $20,000 to Alberta’s companies who want to expand their exports to the global market.

Alberta

Ontario Apprenticeship Program

75% funding for training, wages, and tools to hire your next apprentice.

The Ontario Apprenticeship Program offers grants and support to help employers train and sponsor apprentices, preparing for the future of skilled workers in Ontario.

Ontario

Commercialization Consulting and Mentoring Program

65% funding for consultants, market launches, and group learning activities. Drive your innovation forward.

The Commercialization Consulting and Mentoring Program provides up to $16,250 (65% of project costs) to help Atlantic Canadian businesses and institutions in the final stages of commercialization.

New Brunswick · Newfoundland and Labrador · Nova Scotia · Prince Edward Island

Commercialization, Consulting and Mentoring

65% funding for consultants, market launches, and group learning activities. Drive your innovation forward.

The Commercialization Consulting and Mentoring Program (CCM) provides financial assistance to help Atlantic Canadian businesses and institutions in the final stages of commercialization. Receive up to $16,250 (65% of project costs) to hire consultants or mentors and host group learning activities.

New Brunswick

Notice of Intent to Publish a Funding Opportunity Announcement for Mechanisms of Fusion-Driven Oncogenesis in Childhood Cancers (U01 Clinical Trial Not Allowed)

The National Cancer Institute (NCI) intends to support a new initiative, the Targeting Fusion Oncoproteins in Childhood Cancers (TFCC) Network, for the purpose of identifying and developing novel treatment strategies for childhood cancer fusion oncoproteins. The TFCC will have two components: (1) UM1 Next Generation Chemistry Centers (NGC) for Fusion Oncoproteins, which will focus on combining innovative chemical biology technologies and chemoproteomic approaches to target fusion-driven cancers; and (2) U01 research projects focused on molecular mechanisms by which fusion oncoproteins drive pediatric cancers with the goals of identifying potential drug targets and understanding their mechanistic underpinnings on disease formation.. This Notice is being provided to allow potential applicants sufficient time to establish meaningful collaborations for U01 research projects and develop a responsive grant application.. The NOFO is expected to be published in Summer 2023 with an expected application due date in late Fall 2023. Details of a planned pre-application webinar will be announced after the publication of the NOFO.. To find out more about the program, potential applicants are encouraged to view the presentation on establishing a Ôř?Targeting Fusion Oncoproteins in Childhood Cancers NetworkÔř? at the NIH Videocast Past Events (https://videocast.nih.gov/watch=49366) beginning at 2 hours, 36 minutes, and 40 seconds into the meeting. The slides included in the presentation are downloadable at https://deainfo.nci.nih.gov/advisory/bsa/0323/Smith.pdf.

United States

Marketing Assistance

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The Marketing Assistance program provides up to $16,000 for eligible costs to accelerate sales and increase market reach.

Prince Edward Island

Marketing Support Program

Funding of up to $16,000 for business marketing costs to execute exporting plans and activities.

Prince Edward Island

JEDI – Aboriginal Development Fund – CED

50% funding for business plans, marketing, training, and conferences to boost your growth.

The JADF provides funding to entrepreneurs, existing businesses, and communities to support business and community economic development planning in the First Nation communities of New Brunswick.

New Brunswick

JEDI Aboriginal Development Fund

50% funding for business plans, marketing, training, and conferences to boost your growth.

The JADF provides funding to entrepreneurs and communities for business and community economic development planning.

New Brunswick

Ontario Creates Magazine Fund – Diversity Enhancement Stream

75% funding for strategic initiatives, marketing, and business growth in magazine publishing.

The Ontario Creates Magazine Fund supports the business development of independent Ontario-based magazine publishers. Funds are provided to assist in the growth of these businesses through the creation and implementation of new strategic initiatives that enable publishers to achieve business development and/or marketing objectives. Eligible projects should have clear, objective and measurable results.

Ontario

Export Development Program

75% funding for travel, trade shows, and expert consulting to boost your exports.

The Export Development Program is for Nova Scotia businesses looking to increase sales outside Nova Scotia, improve competitiveness, and positively impact the Nova Scotia economy. It provides financial incentives to offset the cost of projects that assist a business’s ability to overcome barriers to export growth.

Nova Scotia

Critical Minerals Infrastructure Fund

The Critical Minerals Infrastructure Fund (CMIF) provides federal funding for clean energy and transportation infrastructure projects to enable the development and expansion of critical minerals in Canada.

Canada

Global Market Development Fund – Book

50% funding for international sales trips, market events, and business growth activities.

The Global Market Development program provides eligible Ontario companies with funding to participate in international activities that support company growth and produce measurable business and market development results. Primary activities supported include targeted sales trips and attendance at international market events.

Ontario

Wildlife Damage Mitigation Program

The Wildlife Damage Mitigation program helps farms protect crop and livestock from wildlife damage to improve industry competitiveness and resilience.

Nova Scotia

Yukon Film Predevelopment Fund

75% funding for writing, research, travel, and pitch materials for your media project.

The Predevelopment Fund provides funding to help Yukon producers develop their ideas for a professional film, television program, and digital media project. It aims to help attract commitments from broadcasters, distributors, or online platforms for further development or production.

Yukon

Canada – Newfoundland and Labrador Job Grant

The Canada-Newfoundland and Labrador Job Grant provides funding to eligible businesses and organizations to help offset the cost of training for their existing and future employees.

Newfoundland and Labrador

Planning New Opportunities Program

75% funding for competitive strategies, risk management, and transition support for farms and agri-businesses.

The Planning New Opportunities Program helps farms and agri-businesses be more competitive, manage transition, develop risk management strategies and respond to change.

Nova Scotia

Support for Publishers: Business Development

50% funding for internships, business planning, and technology in publishing.

The Support for Publishers: Business Development aims to ensure the sustainable production and marketing of Canadian-authored books by offsetting the high costs of publishing in Canada.

Canada

Organic Industry Development – Specialized Equipment

75% funding for organic equipment, market development, and land conversion. Boost your growth.

Up to $15,000 to cover 50% of the purchase of specialized equipment for organic farming.

Prince Edward Island

Canada Nature Fund for Aquatic Species at Risk

100% funding for Indigenous consultation, engagement, travel, salaries, and workshops on aquatic species at risk

Grant Goals - Support Indigenous consultation and engagement for aquatic species at risk - Facilitate participation in Species at Risk Act (SARA) processes - Enhance Indigenous knowledge integration in species conservation - Decrease barriers to Indigenous involvement in environmental decision-making - Build capacity for Indigenous communities in environmental management Keywords - Species at risk consultation - Indigenous environmental engagement - Aquatic species conservation - Treaty rights participation - Environmental knowledge transfer - Community capacity building - Wildlife protection - Indigenous knowledge systems - Ecological decision-making - Cross-cultural environmental collaboration Description The Canada Nature Fund for Aquatic Species at Risk (CNFASAR) provides grant funding to Indigenous groups to support their participation in consultation and engagement activities related to aquatic species at risk. The program aims to integrate Indigenous perspectives and knowledge into environmental protection and recovery efforts. Target Audience - Indigenous governments - Indigenous communities - Indigenous bands and settlements - District councils - Chiefs' councils - Tribal councils - Indigenous representative bodies Eligible Expenses - Salaries and wages - Professional and technical services - Software and computer equipment - Printing - Telecommunications - Postage and courier services - Office space rental - Conference and workshop costs - Travel expenses - Elders and knowledge holder honoraria - Ceremonial services - Administrative overhead (up to 15%) Eligibility - Indigenous groups with potential or established rights - Groups potentially affected by SARA listing decisions - Recipients of DFO consultation notifications - Groups with relevant regional Indigenous knowledge Criteria - Must be an Indigenous rights-holding entity - Must have received official DFO consultation notification - Proposed activities must relate to SARA processes - Activities must be completed by March 31, 2026 - Preference for funding requests under $15,000 Program Requirements - Submit application through regional DFO coordinator - Complete all application form sections - Provide detailed activity and expense information - Align activities with SARA consultation objectives - Demonstrate potential impact on species conservation Hiring Criteria - Preference for Indigenous knowledge holders - Expertise in local ecological systems - Understanding of Indigenous rights and environmental management - Ability to facilitate cross-cultural engagement Due Dates - Ongoing (begin after consultation notification) - Activities must conclude by March 31, 2026 Start Dates - From date of approval letter - Cannot be retroactive Age Requirements - No specific age restrictions - Focus on organizational and community representation Industry / Area of Work - Aquatic species conservation - Environmental protection - Indigenous environmental management - Wildlife policy and planning - Ecological research and consultation

Alberta · British Columbia · Manitoba · New Brunswick +9 more

OCI - Digital Modernization and Adoption Plan (DMAP)

50% funding for digital technology, training, and modernization plans for Ontario SMEs.

The DMAP program by OCI aims to help Ontario SMEs navigate and optimize their digital transformation through tailored guidance and planning. It focuses on enhancing digital literacy, adopting new technologies, and leveraging digital advancements for growth and innovation.

Ontario

Community Workforce Response Grant – Workforce Shortages Stream

75% funding for training, recruitment, and skills development to tackle workforce shortages

The Community Workforce Response Grant provides funding for occupational skills training and employment supports for British Columbians who are currently unemployed, precariously employed, or employed on a part-time or seasonal basis.

British Columbia

Fonds Jeunes Entreprises

Up to 50% funding for equipment, marketing, and working capital for startups.

The Fonds Jeunes Entreprises provides non-repayable financial contribution of up to $15,000 to support viable businesses in Montréal.

Quebec

Water Program

50% funding for on-farm irrigation and water supply improvements.

The Water Program supports agricultural water management practices for long-term success of the agriculture industry in Alberta.

Alberta

Market Development Program for Turkey and Chicken

70% funding for advertising, promotions, market research, and product development in poultry.

The Market Development Program for Turkey and Chicken provides over $44 million to increase domestic demand and consumption of Canadian turkey and chicken products through industry-led promotional activities.

Canada

Global Market Development – IDM Fund

50% funding for international sales trips, market events, and business growth activities.

The Global Market Development program provides eligible Ontario companies with funding to participate in international activities that support company growth and produce measurable business and market development results.

Ontario

Organic Industry Development - Implementation of Strategic Initiatives

75% funding for organic equipment, market development, and land conversion projects.

Receive financial assistance to support the organic farming sector in Prince Edward Island.

Prince Edward Island

CDAP - Boost Your Business Technology Grant

90% funding for marketing, sales and digitization

The CDAP Boost Your Business Technology grant provides up to $15,000 to help Canadian SMEs increase productivity, consolidate back office software, and enhance cybersecurity tools. It is designed to support digital transformation tailored to each business.

Canada

Productivity and Innovation Voucher Program (Nova Scotia)

Vouchers covering 100% of eligible institution costs up to $15,000.

Vouchers to help SMEs access expertise at Nova Scotia universities and colleges for applied research, product development, and process improvements.

Nova Scotia

Global Market Development Fund – Film and Television

50% funding for international sales trips, market events, and business growth activities.

The Global Market Development program provides eligible Ontario companies with funding to participate in international activities that support company growth and produce measurable business and market development results. Primary activities supported include targeted sales trips and attendance at international market events. The 2024-25 Global Market Development program includes program and administrative updates. Please read the guidelines completely before beginning your application.

Ontario

Sustainable Growth Investment – Growth Support

70% funding for sustainable investments, covering interest costs and liquidity needs.

The Sustainable Growth Investment Program has been in effect since June 17, 2022. It ensures the continuity of the Growth Investment Program. This program was put in place for farmers who have investment projects to put forward, regardless of their production sector or which life cycle their business is in. It aims to support productive and sustainable investments.

Quebec

Cultural Supports Program – Community Events Stream

75% funding for community events, marketing, and cultural activities in Northern Ontario.

The Community Events Stream supports organizations that host events that increase community profile and promote economic development in Northern Ontario.

Ontario

Canada Digital Adoption Program - Boost Your Business Technology

The Canada Digital Adoption Program - Boost Your Business Technology (CDAP - BYBT) aims to support Canadian small to medium-sized enterprises by providing funding to develop new digital technologies. Through the BYBT, eligible businesses will have access to a marketplace of experts that will aid in creating a digital adoption plan tailored to their needs. Businesses also have the opportunity to secure a 0% interest loan from the Business Development Bank of Canada (BDC) to facilitate the acquisition of new technology.

Canada

PME MTL – Young Business

Up to 50% funding for equipment, marketing, and working capital to grow your startup.

The Fonds Jeunes Entreprises (young business fund) supports viable businesses by offering them financial assistance to help with start-ups and growth.

Quebec

DELIA – NCFDC

The DELIA Micro Loan Program by NCFDC is a funding initiative that is designed to act as a revolving and evergreen microloan fund for all Canadian Women entrepreneurs in need of funding support for start up, stabilizations and expansion. DELIA stands for Develop, Educate, Lead, Innovate and Accelerate and is open to many applicants.

Canada

Indigenous Intellectual Property Program Grant – Small scale initiative stream

75% funding for travel, initiatives, and projects in Indigenous intellectual property.

The Indigenous Intellectual Property Program (IIPP) grant is designed to support increased engagement in the IP system by Indigenous peoples in Canada. The grant funds eligible Indigenous organizations to support participation in World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO) sessions, small-scale initiatives and projects related to intellectual property (IP), Indigenous Knowledge (IK) and Indigenous Cultural Expressions (ICEs).

Canada

Export Market Access Program (EMAP)

65% funding for market research, digital ads, and sales strategies to boost exports.

The Export Market Access Program (EMAP) provides financial assistance to help SMEs market their products more effectively in international markets.

Prince Edward Island

E-tools for Exporting

65% funding for market research, digital ads, and sales strategies to boost exports.

The Export Market Access Program (EMAP) and E-tools for Exporting Program (E for E) provide financial assistance to help SMEs market their products more effectively in international markets.

Prince Edward Island

Mitacs - Law Internship Program

The Mitacs - Law Internship Program (M-LIP) aims to support law firms, businesses, corporate legal departments, and not-for-profit organizations by providing funding to hire a law student for a four-month period. The main goals of the M-LIP are to provide eligible organizations with assistance in completing projects while also providing law students with hands-on experience.

Canada

Digital Modernization and Adoption Plan program

50% funding for digital adoption, training, and technology upgrades for Ontario SMEs.

The grant aims to support Ontario SMEs in digital modernization and literacy through education, coaching, and training.

Ontario

Canada Media Fund – Conceptualization Program

75% funding for proof of concept, design testing, and project development.

The Conceptualization Program provides funding to eligible projects at the beginning of the creative process to create and test a proof of concept, verify design ideas, and demonstrate functionality for future financing stages.

Canada

Support for Entrepreneurs and Economic Development (SEED) – Sector Support Capital Expansion Incentive

75% funding for sector research, marketing, and capital expansion in NWT businesses.

This program provides sector specific funding in two distinct categories: NWT businesses can look to defray the cost of investing in new, or expanded, facilities and equipment (Capital Expansion Incentive); and NWT business associations and communities can defray the cost of investing in the research or expansion needed to improve their understanding or presence in a sector (Sector Research Support).

Northwest Territories