Canadian grants & funding programs

Northern Indigenous Economic Opportunities Program – Community Readiness and Opportunities Planning

75% funding for community economic development, resource enhancement, and capacity building.

Get financial support covering costs of a project that helps Indigenous communities improve their capacity to plan for, pursue, and participate in economic opportunities in the northern territories.

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Targeted Labour Market Program

Up to 100% funding for training, skills development, and employment readiness in Nunavut.

The Targeted Labour Market program (TLMP) provides funding of up to one year in duration to enable Nunavut-based education and/or training for occupations or skills that either are or will be in demand in the near future.

Nunavut

Novoclimat – Construction professionals – Big Multiple Unit Buildings

50% funding for energy-efficient multi-unit building construction and training programs.

Novoclimat – Grand bâtiment multilogement encourages the construction of residential buildings with high energy performance, whether they are social housing or private buildings (housing and condos).

Quebec

Innovation Fund

50% funding for product refinement, market research, and commercialization efforts.

The Innovation Fund offers up to $50,000 in assistance per approved project to businesses in Prince Edward Island.

Prince Edward Island

Indigenous Leadership Fund – Designated Stream

Up to 100% funding for Indigenous-led renewable energy and efficiency projects.

The Indigenous Leadership Fund provides up to $180 million by 2029 to support climate action by Indigenous peoples, funding Indigenous-owned and led renewable energy, energy efficiency, and low-carbon heating projects.

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Poultry and Egg On-Farm Investment Program – Stream 2

70% funding for on-farm investments in efficiency, safety, and sustainability.

The program aims to help supply-managed poultry and egg producers adapt to market changes resulting from the implementation of recent international trade agreements, namely the Comprehensive and Progressive Agreement for Trans-Pacific Partnership (CPTPP) and the Canada—United States—Mexico Agreement (CUSMA).

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Supporting Artistic Practice – Support Organizations

60% funding for resources, development, and support for artistic organizations.

The Support Organizations component of Supporting Artistic Practice funds Canadian arts organizations that reinforce Canadian art practice through a range of targeted activities and services, including those that bolster the creative and professional capacities of artists working in all disciplines.

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Innovation Business Growth Fund

75% funding for innovative projects, enhancing productivity, and scaling your business.

The Innovation Business Growth Fund aims to foster innovation and business growth, providing financial assistance to SMEs and NPOs for projects that enhance productivity, foster expansion, and promote growth through innovation.

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Efficient Farming Products

75% funding for energy-efficient equipment, lighting, and systems in farming operations.

The Efficient Farming Products Program offers a rebate on the purchase and installation of efficient products and equipment, particularly those used for lighting, milking equipment, piglet warmers, and fans.

Quebec

Nova Scotia Film and Television Production Incentive Fund

The Nova Scotia Film & Television Production Incentive Fund provides funding for screen-based content creation. It offers additional incentives for filming in distant locations and supports projects with at least $25,000 in Nova Scotia spend before HST.

Nova Scotia

Investing in Canada Infrastructure Program – CleanBC Communities Fund

75% funding for renewable energy, clean transportation, and energy-efficient buildings.

The CleanBC Communities Fund supports infrastructure projects in British Columbia that aim to increase renewable energy management, clean-energy transportation access, energy efficiency of buildings, and generation of clean energy.

British Columbia

REGI – Support for Regional Quantum Innovation – CED (QC)

75% funding for developing, adopting, and marketing quantum technologies.

CED's support for regional quantum innovation aims to help SMEs and NPOs adopt, develop, and commercialize quantum technologies and products based on these technologies. It facilitates the positioning of organizations in the emerging sector and aims to strengthen Canada’s global leadership in the quantum sector.

Quebec

Réseau des SADC et CAE – Business Start-Up and Expansion

The SADC and CAE offer financing, personalized support, assistance with financing packages, market research, specialized resources, and a vast network of partners to support business start-up and expansion.

Quebec

Indigenous Employment Training Partnerships Program

75% funding for skills training, work experience, and partnership projects for Indigenous communities.

The program aims to assist unemployed or under-employed Indigenous individuals to gain the necessary skills training and work experience to obtain and maintain long-term employment.

Alberta

IPF Pre-Application Training Program for Northern Producers

75% funding for training, mentorship, and application support for Northern producers.

The IPF Pre-Application Training Program for Northern Producers provides training and support for northern-based producers to create a competitive series development funding application. The program aims to grow the media industries in Nunavut, Northwest Territories, and the Yukon.

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INVEST North Program – Regional Tile Drainage

75% funding for tile drainage installation, enhancing agricultural productivity in Northern Ontario.

The Regional Tile Drainage Initiative is designed to support the agriculture sector in installing tile drainage to increase the amount and improve the quality of arable land in Northern Ontario resulting in more productive growing seasons and increased crop yields for producers.

Ontario

The Barstool Fund

75% funding for your business needs, including payroll, rent, and utilities.

Created by Barstool Sports to help small businesses affected by the COVID-19 pandemic. The fund aimed to provide monetary support to businesses that were struggling due to pandemic-related closures and restrictions. Businesses that needed assistance had to apply by submitting an email describing their situation and how the pandemic had affected them.

Indigenous Economic Development Fund – Business and Community Fund

75% funding for business expansion, training, and community projects to boost Indigenous economies.

The Indigenous Economic Development Fund (IEDF) provides grants and financing to Indigenous entrepreneurs, businesses, communities, and organizations to promote economic development and improve employment opportunities for Indigenous people.

Ontario

Indigenous Community Capital Grants Program

75% funding for business expansion, training, and community projects to boost Indigenous economies.

The Indigenous Community Capital Grants Program funds the development of community capital projects that contribute to a sustainable social base and support economic participation in Indigenous communities, both on and off reserve.

Ontario

CRTC – Broadband Fund

50% funding for broadband projects, enhancing connectivity, infrastructure, and community access.

Under the CRTC’s Broadband Fund, up to $675 million will be available over the first 5 years. These funds will support projects to build or upgrade access and transport infrastructure to provide fixed and mobile wireless broadband Internet access services in eligible underserved areas across Canada.

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REGI – Regional Innovation Ecosystems – CED (QC) – Not-for-profit

75% funding for innovation projects, including technology, marketing, and training.

This stream targets NPO projects that help create an innovation-friendly entrepreneurial environment that fosters the growth and productivity of businesses in a given region. The funding is provided under the REGI program.

Quebec

Canada Council of the Arts – Initiatives

75% funding for artistic projects, exhibitions, travel, and networking opportunities.

Get support in the form of one-time or recurring initiatives that allow individuals or arts groups or organizations to take advantage of special funding, perform or exhibit work, take part in learning opportunities, network at conferences or showcase at events.

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CIP Project-Based grant

50% funding for community programs, events, technology, and gender equity initiatives.

Grant Goals • Enhance and enrich Alberta communities • Support non-profit organizations' community development • Promote gender equity and 2SLGBTQQIA+ initiatives • Facilitate community program innovation and expansion Keywords • Community development • Non-profit support • Social innovation • Gender equity • Community resilience • Grassroots programming • Organizational capacity building • Intersectional community engagement • Social infrastructure • Collaborative initiatives • Skill development • Community empowerment • Inclusive programming • Technology integration • Event facilitation Description The Community Initiatives Program (CIP) Project-Based grant provides funding up to $75,000 for community-based projects across Alberta. The program supports non-profit organizations in developing new programs, enhancing existing initiatives, and creating community-focused events with a focus on social impact and inclusivity. Target Audience • Alberta-based non-profit organizations • Registered charities • First Nations organizations • Métis Settlements • Community-focused groups • Social innovation teams • Gender equity advocates • 2SLGBTQQIA+ support networks Eligible Expenses • Wages • Office space • Software • Materials • Venue rentals • Catering • Speaker fees • Audio/visual equipment • Computer hardware/software • Portable equipment • Facilitator costs • Program development expenses Eligibility • Registered under provincial/federal acts • Alberta-based address • Active organizational status • Demonstrated community impact potential Criteria • Projects must align with CIP outcomes • Matching funding required (equal to grant request) • Maximum grant: $75,000 • Project completion within 18 months • Public accessibility • Specific community benefit Program Requirements • Detailed project plan • Comprehensive budget • Matching funds documentation • Alignment with program guidelines • Reporting compliance • Transparent financial accounting Hiring Criteria • Project-specific roles • Skill-based selection • Community impact orientation • Diversity and inclusion considerations Due Dates • January 15 • May 15 • September 15 Start Dates • Flexible within 18-month completion window • Costs can be incurred from application submission date Age Requirements • No specific age restrictions • Focus on organizational capacity Industry / Area of Work • Community services • Social innovation • Gender equity • 2SLGBTQQIA+ support • Cultural development • Technology integration • Event management • Non-profit sector • Social programming • Community health and wellness

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Impulsion PME

The Impulsion PME program helps young innovative companies with high growth potential access investment capital at the seed stage.

Quebec

Nutrition North Canada retail subsidy program

50% funding for food distribution, local production, and essential supplies in northern communities.

The Nutrition North Canada (NNC) retail subsidy program aims to provide financial support to residents in isolated communities, small northern retailers, suppliers, food banks, charitable organizations and local growers to increase access to donated and locally produced foods.

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PacifiCan – Economic Development Initiative

75% funding for economic development, tourism, and youth projects in Francophone communities.

The Economic Development Initiative (EDI) provides financial support to projects that encourage economic diversification, business development, innovation, partnerships and increased support for small and medium-sized enterprises in official language minority communities.

British Columbia

Staffing UP

60% funding to hire, train, and retain your ideal workforce.

Access funding to find, hire, keep and train workers that are a good fit for your organization in Yukon.

Yukon

Canadian Film or Video Production Tax Credit

25% funding for your Canadian film production, covering labor costs and more.

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First Peoples Economic Growth Fund – Skills Development Program

50% funding for training, business development, and community projects.

This program supports rapid business readiness training for new and existing First Nations entrepreneurs to develop their management and marketing skills. Funding is available up to 75% of the approved costs. The program funds only direct course costs such as tuition, workshop fees, and books. Living expenses are not included. The program is not intended to finance the acquisition of a degree or certificate.

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Canada Book Fund Publishing Support

75% funding for production, marketing, and distribution of Canadian-authored books.

The Publishing Support sub-component of the Canada Book Fund (CBF) assists the ongoing production, marketing and distribution of Canadian-authored books. Supplementary funding based on export sales is also available as part of Publishing Support.

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Business Planning, Skills Development and Agriculture Education

70% funding for training, business planning, and innovative projects in agriculture.

Gain access to financial support to cover the costs of agriculture business planning, skills development and awareness training.

New Brunswick

Financial assistance for a multiple dwelling building charging station

50% funding for charging station purchase, installation, and project expenses.

Financial assistance for the installation of multiple dwelling building charging stations.

Quebec

Supply Management Processing Investment Fund

50% funding for equipment, facility upgrades, and productivity improvements in processing.

The SMPIF program provides non-repayable contributions to support investments in dairy, poultry, and egg processing facilities.

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Women's Program

75% funding for projects enhancing women's economic security, leadership, and safety.

The Women’s Program supports time-limited projects that address systemic barriers to women’s equality in Canadian society. The objective is to achieve the full participation of women in the economic, social, and democratic life of Canada through systemic change.

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First Nations and Inuit Skills Link Program (Not-for-Profit Sector)

100% funding for wage costs, internships, and career skills for First Nations and Inuit youth.

The First Nations and Inuit Skills Link Program aims to help First Nations and Inuit youth acquire essential employment skills, learn about job and career options, and gain the knowledge necessary to participate and succeed in the current and future labour markets.

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Skills Development Fund – Capital Stream

75% funding for training centre construction, upgrades, and planning for in-demand jobs.

Access funding to build new training centers, upgrade existing training centers or convert an existing building into a training center for in-demand jobs, such as the skilled trades, healthcare, information technology and other sectors experiencing labour market challenges.

Ontario

Interactive Digital Media Fund – Production

50% funding for concept development, production, and marketing of interactive digital media.

The Ontario Creates Interactive Digital Media (IDM) Fund Concept Definition and Production programs provide funding for high-quality interactive digital media content projects that make a positive contribution to the Ontario economy.

Ontario

Trade Accelerator Program

70% funding for export plans, mentorship, and international marketing opportunities.

The Trade Accelerator Program (TAP) is an innovative initiative, designed to accelerate the strategic development of your business and to better prepare you for expansion into international markets.

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Investments in Forest Industry Transformation – Capital Investment Projects

Up to 50% funding for innovative technologies, renewable energy, and sustainable bioproducts.

The IFIT program facilitates the adoption of transformative technologies and products in the Canadian forest sector by bridging the gap between development and commercialization. It aims to create a more competitive, resilient, and environmentally sustainable sector with a focus on innovative, low-carbon projects.

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REGI – Targeted Manufacturing Initiative for Northern Ontario

33% funding for equipment upgrades, training, and process improvements in manufacturing.

The program aims to support existing Northern Ontario manufacturers in upgrading and improving capital equipment used in manufacturing processes, including information and communications technology, to improve their competitiveness and productivity.

Ontario

Women Entrepreneurship Strategy – Ecosystem Fund

75% funding for women entrepreneurs' projects, including training, mentorship, and networking.

The WES Ecosystem Fund aims to strengthen capacity within the entrepreneurship ecosystem and close gaps in service for women entrepreneurs. It has invested $100 million over five years to date and received an additional $65 million in Budget 2021.

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Northern Ontario Development Program – Community Economic Development

50% funding for strategic planning, marketing, and community development in Northern Ontario.

The program provides a contribution to cover the eligible costs of projects that help develop the economy in key sectors such as the mining and forest industries, tourism, agri-food, information and communications technology, renewable energy, and manufacturing.

Ontario

Hong Kong sustainability tech - Canadian Technology Accelerator

75% funding for travel, accommodation, and mentorship to expand your global market reach.

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Hurricane Fiona Recovery Fund

75% funding for recovery projects, including equipment, renovations, and operational costs.

The Hurricane Fiona Recovery Fund provides assistance to SMEs and communities in eastern Quebec affected by the storm, supporting recovery efforts and restoring economic activity.

Quebec

HUBZone Program

10% funding for federal contracts, employee training, and business growth in HUBZones.

Grant Goals - Stimulate economic development in historically underutilized business zones - Increase federal contract opportunities for small businesses in targeted areas - Promote job creation and business growth in economically challenged regions - Support minority and community-based business development - Enhance local economic resilience and entrepreneurial ecosystem Keywords - Historically Underutilized Business Zones - Federal contracting preferences - Small business certification - Geographically targeted economic development - Minority business support - Community economic empowerment - Socioeconomic business program - Competitive procurement advantages - Urban and rural economic revitalization - Entrepreneurial ecosystem development Description The HUBZone program is a federal initiative designed to stimulate economic growth in underserved communities by providing small businesses located in designated zones with preferential access to government contracts. The program aims to redirect federal procurement resources toward areas with limited economic opportunities. Target Audience - Small business owners - Entrepreneurs in economically challenged regions - Minority-owned businesses - Community development corporations - Native American and Alaska Native business owners - Businesses in rural and urban economically distressed areas Eligible Expenses - Business operations - Contract-related investments - Employee training - Infrastructure development - Technology upgrades - Workforce expansion - Marketing and business development - Compliance and certification costs Eligibility - Small business per SBA size standards - 51% ownership by U.S. citizens or specific organizational types - Principal office located in a HUBZone - 35% of employees residing in a HUBZone Criteria - Verified geographic location - Employee residency requirements - Ownership structure - Ongoing compliance with SBA regulations - Continuous economic contribution to designated zones Program Requirements - Maintain HUBZone certification - Recertify every three years - Notify SBA of significant business changes - Subject to unannounced program examinations - Comply with federal contracting regulations Hiring Criteria - 35% of workforce must reside in HUBZones - Preference for local community employment - Commitment to workforce development - Prioritize hiring from economically challenged areas Due Dates - Initial certification application - Triennial recertification - Ongoing compliance reporting - Annual program updates Start Dates - Immediate upon certification - Continuous program participation - Aligned with federal fiscal year - Responsive to economic development cycles Age Requirements - No specific age restrictions - Business must be operational and compliant - Emphasis on active, contributing enterprises Industry / Area of Work - Diverse industry sectors - Federal contract-eligible businesses - Prioritizes local economic ecosystem - Supports cross-sector entrepreneurship - Adaptable to various business models

PrairiesCan – Aerospace Regional Recovery Initiative – Indigenous Stream

75% funding for green operations, productivity improvements, and commercialization in aerospace.

The Aerospace Regional Recovery Initiative (ARRI) aims to help the Canadian aerospace sector emerge from the pandemic with the capacity to compete on the global stage. It supports SMEs to green their operations, improve productivity, and strengthen commercialization while furthering integration into regional and global supply chains.

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Official Languages Economic Development Initiative in Quebec – For-profit

70% funding for international marketing, travel, and trade shows to boost your growth.

The aim of this funding is to foster the economic development of official language minority communities (OLMCs). The funding may serve to kickstart innovative or entrepreneurial projects, solidify partnerships or diversify economic activities in these communities. The Economic Development Initiative – Official Languages falls under the QEDP.

Quebec

CIHR Health Research Collaboration

75% funding for health research projects, including team grants and fellowships.

Get access to a variety of funding and health research collaboration opportunities in Canada and globally. As the Government of Canada's health research investment agency, the Canadian Institutes of Health Research supports excellence across all four pillars of health research: biomedical; clinical; health systems services; and population health.

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