Canadian grants & funding programs

Business Efficiency Program

50% funding for energy-efficient upgrades, lighting, heating, and cooling solutions.

The Business Efficiency Program provides rebates for energy-efficient upgrades, tailored for businesses in isolated systems.

Newfoundland and Labrador

REGI – Regional Innovation Ecosystems

75% funding for business innovation, market expansion, and entrepreneurial support.

The Regional Innovation Ecosystems (RIE) stream aims to create, grow and develop strong and inclusive regional ecosystems that support business growth and innovation, as well as the entrepreneurial environment necessary to foster more innovative regional economies and increase the competitiveness of small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs).

Northern Ontario

CBDC Self Employment Assistance (Atlantic Region)

75% funding for your business startup, including training, equipment, and marketing.

The Self Employment Benefit (SEB) Program provides support to eligible unemployed Atlantic Canadians during the initial phase of their business, including financial assistance, counselling, and technical advice.

Canada

Talent Acquisition for the Digital Economy (TADE)

70% funding for hiring, onboarding, and retaining top digital talent.

Coming Soon

Canada

Production program – Indigenous stream

50% funding for production, post-production, marketing, and international promotion.

The Production Program finances Canadian feature films at the production or post-production stage.

Canada

Digital Technology Cluster

50% funding for innovative tech projects, talent development, and market expansion.

Get a grant to cover a portion of eligible expenses for a collaborative project in various industries.

Canada

Innovative Solutions Canada Program

75% funding for developing prototypes, testing innovations, and proving feasibility.

Innovative Solutions Canada aims to provide funding to small and medium Canadian businesses to develop innovative solutions to government challenges.

Canada

Business Development Program – Commercial Component

Up to 75% funding for training, marketing, and productivity improvements to grow your business.

Get an interest-free repayable or conditionally repayable contribution to cover up to 75% of the costs to start, expand or modernize your business.

Atlantic Canada

Beneficial Management Practices

75% funding for water infrastructure, biodiversity, and energy efficiency projects.

An on-farm cost-share incentive program to assist farm and ranch operations in mitigating the risks identified in their associated Environmental Farm Plan (EFP).

British Columbia

Cultural industries – Financial assistance

50% funding for arts projects, cultural events, and community initiatives.

Grants and contributions of varying amounts for arts organizations, arts businesses (fine craft, music, film and television, new media, writing and publishing) and artists.

New Brunswick

Self-Employment Program (Nova Scotia)

75% funding for business planning, training, and startup costs to launch your venture.

The Self Employment Program assists eligible unemployed individuals to create their own job that provides them with sustainable income through self-employment.

Nova Scotia

Creating, Knowing and Sharing – Indigenous Organizations

60% funding for artistic creation, mentorships, and cultural sharing activities.

The Indigenous Organizations component of Creating, Knowing and Sharing funds First Nations, Inuit and Métis organizations that engage in contemporary, traditional artistic and cultural activities, including collaborations with non-Indigenous organizations.

Canada

Deep Retrofit Accelerator Initiative

The Deep Retrofit Accelerator Initiative (DRAI) aims to invest in projects that support the development of deep retrofits in commercial, institutional or mid- or high-rise multi-unit residential buildings across Canada. The DRAI intends to transform the building sector and support the Government of Canada's Net-Zero Emissions Accountability Act.

PacifiCan – Aerospace Regional Recovery Initiative – Indigenous Stream

100% funding for green operations, productivity boosts, and supply chain integration.

The Aerospace Regional Recovery Initiative (ARRI) will help the Canadian aerospace sector emerge from the pandemic with the capacity to compete on the global stage. The Initiative will support small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in the following 3 objectives: to green their operations and adopt environmentally sustainable practices, to improve productivity, and to strengthen commercialization while furthering integration into regional and global supply chains.

British Columbia

Grassroots Growth Program

50% funding for youth leadership, public engagement, and agri-food initiatives.

The Grassroots Growth Program supports initiatives to create broader opportunities and greater benefits for the agri-food sector and rural communities in Ontario, focusing on public engagement, youth involvement, safety and risk management, public trust, and rural development outcomes.

Ontario

Creative Employment Options

75% funding for job readiness, skills training, and assistive technology support.

Grant Goals - Empowering Canadians with disabilities to achieve employment - Skill development and career readiness - Personalized employment support - Workplace integration and accommodation Keywords - Disability employment - Vocational rehabilitation - Assistive technology - Career development - Inclusive workforce - Workplace accommodation - Skill enhancement - Neurodiversity support - Professional adaptation - Ergonomic solutions - Job readiness - Adaptive technology - Employment equity - Workforce inclusion Description Creative Employment Options is a comprehensive program designed to support individuals with disabilities in achieving meaningful employment. The program provides personalized career development, skill training, and ongoing professional support to help participants overcome employment barriers. Target Audience - Individuals with self-declared disabilities - Job seekers requiring employment support - Persons seeking career development - Individuals with diverse abilities - Neurodivergent professionals - People experiencing employment challenges Eligible Expenses - Career assessment - Technology assessments - Skill development training - Job search support - Potential wage subsidies - Assistive technology solutions Eligibility - Must have a self-declared disability - Actively seeking employment - Willing to participate in program activities - Case-by-case contractual eligibility Program Requirements - Participation in individualized learning - Engagement in career development workshops - Willingness to undergo skills assessment - Commitment to professional growth - Open to assistive technology evaluation Hiring Criteria - Motivation to work - Ability to learn and adapt - Basic job readiness skills - Openness to skill development - Potential for workplace integration Due Dates - Ongoing program enrollment - No specific application deadline mentioned Start Dates - Flexible program entry - Individual assessment determines start timeline Age Requirements - Not explicitly specified - Appears to be open to various age groups Industry / Area of Work - Cross-sector employment support - Technology-enabled job placement - Diverse industry integration - Adaptable to multiple professional domains

Canada

Poultry and Egg On-Farm Investment Program – Stream 1

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 and supports on-farm investments to increase efficiency or productivity, improve on-farm food safety and biosecurity, improve environmental sustainability, and respond to consumer preferences.

Canada

Genome Canada investments

50% funding for genomics research, innovation, and collaboration to drive impact.

Genome Canada investments translate cutting-edge genomics research and innovation into solutions to national and global challenges—and economic, health, social and environmental impact.

Canada

Genomics Innovation Fund

75% funding for genomics projects, covering research, commercialization, and technology development.

To support the advancement of innovation projects in BC

British Columbia

Canada Feature Film Fund

75% funding for your film development, production, marketing, and international promotion.

Financing for Canadian film producers to develop, produce and market movies in English or French in Canada and internationally.

Canada

Canada Council for the Arts – Prizes

75% funding for artistic excellence, including awards, scholarships, and project support.

You could be awarded with financial and other types of prizes from a variety of categories for the arts, literature, architecture and music, in recognition of your quest for innovation and excellence.

Canada

Strategic Investments Program – Nunavut Business Investment Fund

75% funding for business expansion, training, marketing, and community development in Nunavut.

This program helps businesses majority-owned by Nunavut residents, municipalities, not-for-profit corporations and societies to get a contribution to cover expansion or start-up costs.

Nunavut

WorkBC Assistive Technology Services

75% funding for assistive technology, training, and workplace support for individuals with disabilities.

Grant Goals - Provide assistive technology support for individuals with work-related barriers due to disabilities - Facilitate workplace accessibility and employment for people with functional limitations - Enable technological solutions to overcome employment challenges - Support independent workforce participation for individuals with disabilities Keywords - Assistive technology - Workplace accommodation - Disability employment support - Functional limitation assistance - Adaptive workplace technologies - Inclusive employment solutions - Vocational accessibility - Disability employment services - Workplace barrier mitigation - Technological employment support - Adaptive work technologies - Professional integration - Occupational accessibility - Disability workforce inclusion Description WorkBC Assistive Technology Services, operated by Neil Squire, provides specialized support for individuals facing work-related barriers due to disabilities or functional limitations. The program focuses on leveraging technology and personalized solutions to enhance employment opportunities and workplace accessibility. Target Audience - Individuals with disabilities - People with functional limitations - Job seekers experiencing workplace barriers - Individuals requiring technological workplace accommodations - British Columbia residents - Canadians seeking employment support Eligible Expenses - Assistive technology devices - Workplace adaptation technologies - Mobility support equipment - Communication assistance technologies - Ergonomic workplace modifications - Adaptive computer hardware/software - Transportation assistance technologies Eligibility - Residents of British Columbia - Individuals with work-related disability barriers - People experiencing functional limitations - Job seekers requiring technological accommodations Criteria - Documented work-related disability - Demonstrated need for technological support - Commitment to workforce participation - Willingness to engage in employment services Program Requirements - Participation in assessment process - Collaboration with support specialists - Commitment to technology integration - Active engagement in employment planning Hiring Criteria - Openness to adaptive technologies - Willingness to accommodate individual needs - Flexibility in workplace integration - Recognition of diverse workforce capabilities Due Dates - Ongoing program availability - No specific application deadline mentioned Start Dates - Immediate program entry - Flexible enrollment Age Requirements - No explicit age restrictions mentioned - Focus on working-age individuals Industry / Area of Work - Cross-sector employment support - Adaptable to multiple professional domains - Technology-enabled workplace integration - Inclusive of diverse employment sectors

Canada

Community Events Stream

75% funding for event costs, marketing, and community engagement in Northern Ontario.

Funding is in the form of a conditional contribution of up to 30% of total eligible costs to a maximum of $15,000.

Northern Ontario

Northwest Territories Arts Council Funding

Up to 100% funding for arts projects, exhibitions, training, and community events.

This funding aims to provide financial and developmental support to artists, craftspeople, and arts organizations to foster the growth of the arts sector across the territory.

Northwest Territories

REGI – Business Scale-up and Productivity – CED (QC) Not-for-profit

75% funding for innovative projects, equipment, and technology to boost your productivity.

Get a financial contribution to help you scale up and expand, adopt and commercialize innovative technologies and processes, or diversify your markets.

Quebec

Strategic Industry Growth Initiative

50% funding for research, market strategies, and product commercialization in agriculture.

Funding to cover up to 85% of the costs of projects that accelerate the development and successful commercialization of food products.

Prince Edward Island

CFIN Food Innovation Challenge

50% funding for innovation projects, research, and collaboration in the food sector.

The Food Innovation Challenge is a unique funding opportunity for Canadian food industry collaborators who want to spearhead transformative improvements that will propel the food sector forward and generate significant economic impact.

Canada

Genome Funding Opportunities

50% funding for genomics projects, innovation, commercialization, and research collaboration.

Genomics Innovation Fund supports the advancement of innovation projects in BC, specifically in the area of genomics research.

British Columbia

Early Years Continuing Education Program

Up to 100% funding for ECE courses, skills training, and professional development.

The Continuing Education Program provides financial support to regulated child care and pre-primary staff, and family home child care providers who wish to pursue education in the field of early childhood education while working in the specified programs.

Nova Scotia

Indigenous Economic Development Fund – Regional Partnership Grants Program

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

Grant for Nunavut Employers

66% funding for training, professional development, and new job opportunities in Nunavut.

The Grant for Nunavut Employers encourages employers to provide training or professional development to Nunavummiut, leading to a new position, a promotion, increased pay within the organization, or regular employment.

Nunavut

Programme d’appui ŕ la recherche et au développement de produits issus du réemploi et du recyclage des pneus hors d’usage

75% funding for R&D, product design, and market studies on used tires.

Le Programme a pour objectif de soutenir l’innovation sur le marché du pneu hors d’usage en stimulant les efforts de conception, de développement et de mise en marché de nouveaux produits, ainsi que l’amélioration de produits et de procédés existants.

Quebec

Indigenous Economic Development Fund – Economic Diversification Grants Program

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

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

Ontario

Community Renewable Energy

75% funding for community-led renewable energy projects, audits, and feasibility studies.

Access financial assistance for projects aimed at reducing greenhouse gas emissions to build a community with enhanced sustainability.

Prince Edward Island

Community Capacity Fund

75% funding for strategic planning, marketing, and infrastructure development to boost your community.

The Community Capacity Fund supports economic impact initiatives for Prince Edward Island, including strategic planning, sector development, and community competitiveness & infrastructure.

Prince Edward Island

Indigenous Leadership Fund – First Nations Stream

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

The Indigenous Leadership Fund provides financial assistance for First Nations-owned and led renewable energy, energy efficiency, and low carbon heating projects to contribute towards Canada's targets of reducing emissions and achieving net-zero emissions.

Canada

Community Development Fund

90% funding for construction, renovations, skill development, and community events.

The Community Development Fund (CDF) provides funding for projects, events and initiatives that provide long-term, sustainable economic and social benefits to Yukon communities.

Yukon

Regional Economic Growth through Innovation – Business Scale-up and Productivity – ACOA

70% funding for scaling up, tech adoption, and market expansion in Atlantic Canada.

The Regional Economic Growth through Innovation (REGI) program creates the right conditions to start and grow businesses in Atlantic Canada.

Atlantic Canada

Financial Support for Aspiring Farmers

50% funding for land improvements, equipment, and training to launch your farm.

The Full-time Grant seeks to facilitate full-time establishment, encourage acquisition of agricultural, administration, or management training, and grant financial support of between $20,000 and $50,000. The Part-time Grant seeks to facilitate part-time start-up, encourage acquisition of agricultural, administration, or management training, and grant financial support of between $10,000 and $25,000.

Quebec

Nature Smart Climate Solutions Fund

75% funding for ecosystem restoration, carbon capture, and climate resilience projects.

The Nature Smart Climate Solutions Fund aims to invest over $5 billion from 2021 to 2031 to support projects that reduce the loss, restore, or improve the management of ecosystems, benefiting biodiversity and human well-being.

Canada

Small Business Support Program – Sustainable Livelihood Fund

The Triple-P program is designed to spur economic development by offsetting the cost of purchasing equipment or software related to the innovative commercial product, process, or service of the for-profit company in three categories: Productivity, Prototype, Process improvements.

Ontario

Business Development Program

70% funding for training, business planning, and risk management in agriculture.

The Business Development Program provides funding to enhance the capacity of PEI Agricultural producers, small to medium-sized agri-businesses, and organizations to better understand and manage their financial performance, respond to change, and maximize the use of comprehensive risk management options for their agriculture operations.

Prince Edward Island

N.B. Indigenous Agriculture Development Program

75% funding for business planning, skills development, and market access in agriculture.

Get financial assistance for your Indigenous agriculture project and for developing new and existing markets.

New Brunswick

Self-Employ PEI

75% funding for your business startup, including living expenses and consulting support.

The Self-Employ PEI Program provides job seekers with the opportunity to receive a weekly allowance or employment insurance (EI) benefits, or a combination of both, to support the launch of their own businesses.

Prince Edward Island

Livestock Strategy Program – Strategic Livestock Industry

50% funding for livestock genetics, feed efficiency, and climate resilience projects.

Gain access to financial assistance to support the livestock industry through initiatives that promote resilience, environmental sustainability, and profitability.

Prince Edward Island

Funding for Indigenous-led clean production capacity projects

75% funding for Indigenous-led clean fuel projects, covering facility build-out and engineering studies.

This program was informed by feedback from our Request for Information for interested Indigenous businesses and communities through which we collected information, assessed project readiness, and gauged interest.

Canada

Sustainable CAP – Research and Innovation

70% funding for research, equipment, travel, and knowledge transfer in agriculture.

The Research and Innovation Program supports the development of science-based solutions and tools that address known challenges, prepare for potential disruptions and climate threats, and capture emerging opportunities in the agriculture and agri-food sector.

Manitoba