Federal business funding directory

All 303 programs run by the Government of Canada and its agencies: 239 open across Canada and 64 run for one region by a federal agency. 229 are open today. Updated October 30, 2026.

303 federal programs, updated Oct 30, 2026

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303 programs

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    176Available across Canada. Eligibility varies.
  2. ICTC: WIL Digital Program (Tech Sector Student Work Placement)Wage subsidy of up to 50% of a student's salary, to a maximum of $5,000, for digital-economy employers hiring post-secondary students via ICTC's federal SWPP program.GrantCanada-wideInformation and Communications Technology Council (ICTC)Closes Nov 1516 days
  3. Mitacs AccelerateMitacs pays 50% of a graduate intern's R&D project ($15K per 4- or 6-month unit, $20K for postdoctoral fellows) when paired with industry.Who can apply: Startups and growing businessesGrantCanada-wideMitacs$15K per unit; $20K postdocYear-round
  4. Canada Small Business Financing ProgramLoans from $1,000 to $1.15M for small business capital equipment, facilities, working capital, or startup launch; average loan $294K.Who can apply: Startups and growing businessesLoanCanada-wideInnovation, Science and Economic Development CanadaUp to $1.15MYear-round
  5. Electric Vehicle Affordability Program (EVAP)Up to $5,000 (BEV/FCEV) or $2,500 (PHEV) as a point-of-sale discount at participating dealerships; no application needed; levels step down over the program to 2031.Who can apply: For-profit businesses, non-profits and individualsGrantCanada-wideTransport CanadaUp to $5KOpen until Mar 31, 2031
  6. Apprenticeship Job Creation Tax Credit (AJCTC)$2,000 non-refundable tax credit per apprentice per year for eligible wages in Red Seal trades during first two years of apprenticeship.Who can apply: For-profit businesses and individualsTax creditCanada-wideCanada Revenue Agency (CRA)Up to $2K/yrYear-round
  7. CanExport GAC-Led DelegationsCovers 50% of travel and trade show costs (up to $50K) for Canadian SMEs ($100K–$100M revenue) accepted into GAC-led Team Canada trade missions and delegations.Who can apply: Growing and established businessesGrantCanada-wideGlobal Affairs Canada, Trade Commissioner ServiceUp to 50% of mission costsOpen now
  8. FACTOR: Canada Music Fund (Artist Programs)Grants from $2,000 to $65,000 for Canadian music artists, covering recording, touring, videos, and development; $5K-$35K typical.Who can apply: For-profit businesses, non-profits and individuals. Startups and growing businessesGrantCanada-wideFACTOR (Foundation Assisting Canadian Talent on Recordings)Up to $65KYear-round
  9. Trade Commissioner Service: Export SupportFree market intelligence, introductions, and advice from Trade Commissioners to Canadian companies exporting; gateway to CanExport SMEs funding.Who can apply: Growing businessesSupport programCanada-wideGlobal Affairs CanadaAdvisory servicesYear-round
  10. Building Communities Through Arts and Heritage: Local FestivalsFederal grants covering up to 100% of costs (max $200K) for non-profits and Indigenous governments running recurring local arts, heritage, or cultural festiv…Who can apply: Non-profits and Indigenous organizations. Growing and established businessesGrantCanada-wideDepartment of Canadian HeritageUp to $200,000Open now
  11. Regional Defence Investment Initiative (RDII): Multi-RegionRepayable 75% cost-share for SMEs entering Canada's defence supply chain; tech adoption, facilities, certification, market development via seven RDAs.Who can apply: For-profit businesses. Growing and established businessesForgivable loanCanada-wideRegional Development Agencies (FedDev Ontario, PacifiCan, CED-Q, ACOA, PrairiesCan, FedNor, CanNor)Up to 75% of eligible costsOpen until Mar 31, 2028
  12. Student Work Placement Program (SWPP)Wage subsidy covering 50% of a student's wages, up to $5,000 per placement, for STEM and business co-ops hired through an approved SWPP delivery partner.Who can apply: Startups and growing businessesGrantCanada-wideEmployment and Social Development CanadaUp to $5KYear-round
  13. Mitacs Business Strategy Internship (BSI)$5,000-$7,500 subsidy for 4-6 month MBA intern projects on market analysis, business development, and scale-up strategy.Who can apply: For-profit businesses, non-profits and public bodiesGrantCanada-wideMitacs$10K or $15K award per internYear-round
  14. BDC Start-up FinancingLoans up to $150,000 for businesses generating revenue for 12 to 24 months, with interest-only payments for up to the first 12 months.Who can apply: Startups and early-stageLoanCanada-wideBusiness Development Bank of Canada (BDC)Up to $150KYear-round
  15. Food-Link Fund (Food Hub Program and Food Terminal Fund)Federal cost-share of up to $25M per organization (50% of costs) for food hubs and wholesale food terminals, with Expressions of Interest due December 11, 2026.Who can apply: For-profit businesses, non-profits, charities, co-operatives, Indigenous organizations, public bodies and industry associationsGrantCanada-wideAgriculture and Agri-Food Canada (Food Hub Program) and Housing Infrastructure and Communities Canada (Food Terminal Fund)Up to $25M (50% of costs)Closes Dec 1142 days
  16. Film or Video Production Services Tax Credit (PSTC)16% refundable tax credit on Canadian labour spend for film and TV production services; minimum $1M labour spend per project.Who can apply: Growing and established businessesTax creditCanada-wideCanadian Audio-Visual Certification Office (CAVCO) / CRA16% rateYear-round
  17. Regional Tariff Response Initiative (RTRI)Up to $3M non-repayable for tariff-hit SMEs: up to $2M liquidity support plus up to $1M for pivot projects, each covering up to 50% of costs.Who can apply: For-profit businesses, non-profits, co-operatives and Indigenous organizations. Growing and established businessesGrantCanada-wideInnovation, Science and Economic Development Canada (via 7 Regional Development Agencies)Up to $3MYear-round
  18. EDC Trade Impact ProgramEDC's Trade Impact Program provides Portfolio Credit Insurance, Export Guarantees, and FX hedging with premiums or fees, no non-repayable funding.Who can apply: Growing businessesSupport programCanada-wideExport Development CanadaInsurance + guaranteesYear-round
  19. Multiculturalism and Anti-Racism Program (MARP)Federal funding for not-for-profits, Indigenous organizations and small municipalities running community events, worth up to $100,000 per event a year.Who can apply: Non-profits, Indigenous organizations, public bodies and industry associationsGrantCanada-wideCanadian HeritageUp to $100K/eventCloses Nov 1213 days
  20. Canadian Defence Industry Resilience (CDIR) Program$25M-$150M forgivable loans for mid-tier defence manufacturers building sovereign production capacity in munitions, armoured vehicles, or maritime systems.Who can apply: For-profit businesses. Established businessesForgivable loanCanada-wideDepartment of National Defence (DND) / Government of Canada$25M–$642MYear-round
  21. Canada Summer JobsWage subsidy for 6 to 16 week summer youth jobs at $2,400–$5,800 per position; covers up to 100% of the minimum wage for non-profits and up to 50% for small businesses and public employers.Who can apply: For-profit businesses, non-profits and public bodies. Startups and growing businessesGrantCanada-wideEmployment and Social Development Canada50% to 100% of minimum wageCloses Dec 334 days
  22. Mitacs AI Advantage (ADOPT and AI+X)Mitacs pays half of a 4 to 6 month student or graduate placement that helps your organization adopt AI or build it into a product: you pay $5,000 to $12,500 per placement.Who can apply: For-profit businesses, non-profits and public bodiesGrantCanada-wideMitacs$10K–$25K award per internYear-round
  23. BDC Small Business LoanLoans from $10,000 to $350,000 for established small businesses with 24+ months revenue, no collateral required; personal guarantee only.Who can apply: Growing and established businessesLoanCanada-wideBusiness Development Bank of Canada (BDC)Up to $350KYear-round
  24. Aboriginal Entrepreneurship Program (Access to Capital)Non-repayable equity contributions: $10K-$50K for individual Indigenous entrepreneurs (up to $99,999), or up to $250K for community businesses.Who can apply: Startups and growing businessesGrantCanada-wideIndigenous Services CanadaUp to $250KYear-round
  25. Clean Technology Manufacturing Investment Tax Credit (CTM ITC)Up to 30% refundable tax credit on clean-tech manufacturing equipment investments; covers solar, wind, batteries, EVs, and critical minerals processing.Who can apply: Growing and established businessesTax creditCanada-wideCanada Revenue Agency (CRA)Up to 30% rateOpen until Dec 31, 2034
  26. AgriMarketing Market Diversification: SME Stream$14,000–$70,000 for agri-food SMEs to develop export markets, covering research, branding, and new market entry; priority for canola, pulses, pork, seafood.Who can apply: For-profit businesses. Growing businessesGrantCanada-wideAgriculture and Agri-Food CanadaUp to $100K/projectOpen until Sep 30, 2030
  27. IP Assist ProgramUp to $50,000 for IP strategy development ($20K) and execution ($30K); covers audits, analysis, and clearance searches, not filings.Who can apply: For-profit businesses. Startups and growing businessesSupport programCanada-wideNRC IRAP (National Research Council)Up to $50KYear-round
  28. Biofuels Production Incentive$48M non-repayable incentive for Canadian biofuels producers; 16¢/L on first 170M L, 10¢/L on next 130M L per facility.Who can apply: For-profit businesses and non-profits. Established businessesGrantCanada-wideNatural Resources Canada16¢/litre (rate-based)Open until Dec 31, 2027
  29. Strategic Response Fund (formerly Strategic Innovation Fund)Contributions from $10M (no stated maximum) for large-scale R&D consortia between industry, researchers, and non-profits.Who can apply: For-profit businesses and non-profits. Growing businessesForgivable loanCanada-wideInnovation, Science and Economic Development CanadaFrom $10MYear-round
  30. Workforce Retention and Retraining Program (WRRP) Retraining GrantEmployers on Work-Sharing get a weekly wage top-up for staff in training plus up to $1,000 per participant for training costs. Apply by December 31, 2027.Who can apply: Growing and established businessesGrantCanada-wideEmployment and Social Development Canada (ESDC)Open until Dec 31, 2027
  31. SSHRC Partnership Engage Grants$10K-$50K for one-year social sciences/humanities research partnerships between postsecondary institutions and outside organizations.Who can apply: Colleges and universitiesGrantCanada-wideSocial Sciences and Humanities Research Council$10K–$50KCloses Dec 1546 days
  32. Export Development Canada (EDC) FinancingUp to $25M in export financing, including credit insurance, guarantees, and loans for Canadian exporters managing risk and growing sales.Who can apply: Growing businessesLoanCanada-wideExport Development CanadaUp to $25MYear-round
  33. Supply Management Processing Investment Fund (SMPIF)Up to $10M in grants for dairy processors to buy automated equipment and technology to adapt to market changes.Who can apply: For-profit businesses. Growing and established businessesGrantCanada-wideAgriculture and Agri-Food CanadaUp to $10MYear-round
  34. Scientific Research and Experimental Development (SR&ED)Up to 35% refundable tax credit on R&D wages, materials, and contractors. Claim on T2 corporate return.Who can apply: Startups and growing businessesTax creditCanada-wideCanada Revenue Agency35% refundable ITCYear-round
  35. AgriAssurance Program: Kosher and Halal Investment ComponentUp to $50,000/year for kosher/halal certification costs; covers professional services, lab testing, and staff; 50% cost-share.Who can apply: For-profit businesses, non-profits, co-operatives, individuals and Indigenous organizations. Growing and established businessesGrantCanada-wideAgriculture and Agri-Food CanadaUp to $50KCloses Sep 30, 2027
  36. Small Business Procurement Program (SBPP)SBPP makes federal contracting simpler for Canadian small businesses: modernized tools, simpler requirements, no cash grant. There is nothing to apply to. You register on CanadaBuys and bid on individual contracts, each of which sets its own value.Support programCanada-widePublic Services and Procurement Canada (PSPC), with Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada (ISED) / Innovative Solutions CanadaSet by each contractOpen now
  37. Canada Nature Fund for Aquatic Species at Risk (CNFASAR): call for projects 2027-2031DFO funding of about $500,000 to $5 million over 4 years for multi-partner projects that recover aquatic species at risk, 2027 to 2031.Who can apply: For-profit businesses, non-profits, charities, individuals, Indigenous organizations, colleges and universities, public bodies and industry associationsGrantCanada-wideFisheries and Oceans Canada (DFO)$500K to $5M over 4 yearsCloses Nov 1617 days
  38. Compensation for Employers of Reservists Program (CERP): ESDC / Service CanadaIf an employee who is a reservist takes leave for active military service of 30 days or more, the federal government pays you a lump sum for the weeks they were gone. Self-employed reservists can claim for their own business.GrantCanada-wideEmployment and Social Development Canada / Service CanadaUp to $44.7KOpen now
  39. Wah-ila-toos: Clean Energy in Indigenous CommunitiesFunding for Indigenous community renewable energy projects, from feasibility studies through full-scale systems; per-project caps vary by type; up to $5M for capacity building and up to $50M for renewable electricity deployment or clean heat/power demonstration.GrantCanada-wideNatural Resources Canada (NRCan), single-window initiativeUp to $50MYear-round
  40. Business Development Bank of Canada (BDC) FinancingLoans from $10,000 to $350,000 through BDC's online application, and larger amounts by arrangement, for equipment, marketing and working capital. Repayable with interest.Who can apply: Startups and growing businessesLoanCanada-wideBusiness Development Bank of Canada$10K-$350K onlineYear-round
  41. Canadian Film or Video Production Tax Credit (CPTC)25% refundable tax credit on Canadian labour costs for eligible film and video productions meeting Canadian content requirements.Tax creditCanada-wideCanadian Audio-Visual Certification Office (CAVCO) / CRA25% rateYear-round
  42. AgriMarketing Program: Core StreamNon-repayable contributions for national agri associations to fund export marketing, trade missions, and market research; excludes SMEs.Who can apply: Non-profits, co-operatives, Indigenous organizations and industry associations. Growing businessesGrantCanada-wideAgriculture and Agri-Food CanadaUp to $2M/yrOpen now
  43. EDC: Account Performance Security Guarantee (APSG)100% AAA-rated guarantee on performance bonds and letters of guarantee, freeing working capital tied to export contracts for Canadian businesses.Support programCanada-wideExport Development Canada (EDC)Year-round
  44. First and Last Mile Fund (FLMF)Federal grants from about $100K to $75M for strategic critical mineral infrastructure: mine-enabling, processing and transportation corridors. SMEs take part as partners.Who can apply: For-profit businesses, Indigenous organizations and public bodies. Growing and established businessesGrantCanada-wideNatural Resources Canada, Critical Minerals Centre of Excellence$100K–$75MYear-round
  45. Protein Industries Canada: Strengthening the Canadian Supply Chain ProgramGrants cover 75% of eligible costs for Canadian food processors reformulating with domestic feedstocks like wheat, oats, peas, soy, fava, or hemp.Who can apply: For-profit businesses. Growing businessesGrantCanada-wideProtein Industries Canada$37.5K–$200KCloses Nov 1011 days
  46. BDC Equipment LoanFinancing up to 125% of equipment purchase price for established Canadian businesses, with up to 12 years to repay and up to 24 months interest-only.Who can apply: Growing and established businessesLoanCanada-wideBusiness Development Bank of Canada (BDC)Up to 125% of equipment costYear-round
  47. Clean Technology Investment Tax CreditUp to 30% refundable tax credit on clean tech capital investments; 20% without labour requirements, 15% after 2034.Tax creditCanada-wideCanada Revenue Agency (CRA)Up to 30% rateOpen until Dec 31, 2034
  48. AgriMarketing Program: Market Diversification for National Industry AssociationsNational agricultural industry associations can access up to $5M (70% cost-share) to diversify into Indo-Pacific, Africa, and Middle East markets.Who can apply: Non-profits, Indigenous organizations and industry associations. Growing and established businessesGrantCanada-wideAgriculture and Agri-Food Canada (AAFC)Up to $1,000,000Open until Sep 30, 2030
  49. Riipen Level UPCanadian businesses and non-profits get a 60-hour student project at no cost; Riipen pays the student's $1,400 stipend directly.Who can apply: For-profit businesses and non-profitsSupport programCanada-wideRiipen / Government of Canada (Innovative Work-Integrated Learning Initiatives)Year-round
  50. Creating, Knowing and Sharing: The Arts and Cultures of First Nations, Inuit and Métis PeoplesCanada Council funding for First Nations, Inuit and Métis artists, groups and Indigenous-led organizations across five streams, from travel to multi-year.Who can apply: For-profit businesses, non-profits, individuals and Indigenous organizationsGrantCanada-wideCanada Council for the ArtsOpen now
  51. Scale AI Acceleration ProgramUp to $50,000 of accelerator services per AI startup through Scale AI's 11 certified partners including MaRS, AMII and Volta; mentorship, IP and commercialization support, paid to the accelerator rather than to you.Who can apply: Startups and growing businessesGrantCanada-wideScale AI (Canada's AI Supercluster)Year-round
  52. Clean Electricity Investment Tax Credit (CEITC)Refundable 15% tax credit on eligible capital costs for clean electricity generation, storage, and transmission; enacted March 2026, retroactive to April 2024.Who can apply: For-profit businesses, Indigenous organizations and public bodies. Growing and established businessesTax creditCanada-wideCanada Revenue Agency / Natural Resources CanadaOpen until Dec 31, 2034
  53. EI Premium Reduction ProgramEmployers with a qualifying short-term disability plan pay a lower EI premium rate, saving up to $261.68 per insured employee per year, ongoing until the plan changes.Support programCanada-wideEmployment and Social Development Canada / Canada Revenue AgencyUp to $261Year-round
  54. Canada Council for the Arts - Explore and CreateUp to $75,000 per application (maximum $150,000 per calendar year) for Canadian artists, groups, and arts organizations to create new artistic work.Who can apply: Non-profits, individuals and industry associations. Startups and growing businessesGrantCanada-wideCanada Council for the ArtsUp to $75KYear-round
  55. Ontario Chamber of Commerce Talent Opportunities Program (TOP)The Ontario Chamber of Commerce reimburses half of a post-secondary student's wages for a work-integrated learning placement, up to $5,000 per placement, for employers anywhere in Canada.GrantCanada-wideOntario Chamber of Commerce (delivered under the federal Student Work Placement Program)Up to $5KOpen now
  56. EDC: Export Guarantee Program (EGP)EDC guarantees up to US$25M to your bank, freeing working capital for inventory and production tied to confirmed international export contracts.Who can apply: Growing and established businessesLoanCanada-wideExport Development Canada (EDC)Year-round
  57. Clean Hydrogen Investment Tax Credit15%-40% refundable tax credit on clean hydrogen production equipment, varying by carbon intensity (40% for <0.75 kg CO2e/kg H2).Who can apply: Growing and established businessesTax creditCanada-wideCanada Revenue Agency (CRA)Up to 40% rateOpen until Dec 31, 2034
  58. Colleges and Institutes Canada (CICan) Applied Research$25K-$150K annual R&D funding through NSERC for college-business partnerships, with businesses contributing 25%+ cash match.Who can apply: Startups and growing businessesSupport programCanada-wideColleges and Institutes CanadaUp to $450KYear-round
  59. Canada Arts Presentation FundGrants of $5,000–$500,000 for presenting arts festivals and performing arts series, covering 7–17% of eligible expenses.Who can apply: Non-profits, Indigenous organizations, colleges and universities and public bodies. Growing businessesGrantCanada-wideCanadian Heritage$20K–$500KCloses Apr 1, 2027
  60. Women Entrepreneurship Strategy (WES) Ecosystem FundFederal contributions for not-for-profits running bilingual national or multi-regional services for women entrepreneurs; due November 9, 2026.Who can apply: Non-profits, co-operatives, Indigenous organizations, colleges and universities and industry associations. Growing and established businessesGrantCanada-wideInnovation, Science and Economic Development Canada (ISED)Closes Nov 910 days
  61. Industrial Research Assistance Program (IRAP)Up to $1M in R&D funding for SMEs, accessed through an NRC industrial technology advisor relationship; typical first-time award $75K-$200K.Who can apply: For-profit businesses. Startups and growing businessesGrantCanada-wideNational Research Council Canada$75K-$1M typical (up to $10M)Year-round
  62. BDC LIFT: Lead with Innovation and Focus on TechnologyLoans of $25,000 to $2M for AI and digital transformation, or $350,000 to $5M for productivity and advanced equipment. A plan is required on both tracks; BDC advisory is mandatory on the AI track.Who can apply: Growing and established businessesLoanCanada-wideBusiness Development Bank of Canada (BDC)AI $25K–$2M · Equip $350K–$5MYear-round
  63. Carbon Capture, Utilization, and Storage Investment Tax Credit (CCUS ITC)37.5%-60% refundable tax credit on eligible CCUS equipment for Canadian corporations, 60% for direct air capture, covering capture, transport, storage, and use.Who can apply: Established businessesTax creditCanada-wideCanada Revenue Agency (CRA)Up to 60% rateOpen until Dec 31, 2040
  64. Canada Cultural Investment Fund: Endowment IncentivesCanadian Heritage matches private donations dollar-for-dollar (up to $1.5M/year) to build endowments for professional arts organizations; applied jointly wi…Who can apply: Charities. Established businessesGrantCanada-wideDepartment of Canadian HeritageYear-round
  65. Sectoral Workforce Innovation Fund (SWIF)Federal funding up to $10 million for multi-employer projects that fix skilled labour shortages in priority sectors, starting with a Statement of Interest.Who can apply: For-profit businesses, non-profits, Indigenous organizations, colleges and universities and public bodies. Growing and established businessesGrantCanada-wideEmployment and Social Development Canada (ESDC)Up to $10MYear-round
  66. ISC Testing Stream (Innovative Solutions Canada)R&D contracts up to $1.1M to test your pre-commercial technology in a live government setting; open to companies, non-profits, universities, and individuals.Who can apply: For-profit businesses, non-profits, individuals and colleges and universities. Growing and established businessesGrantCanada-wideInnovation, Science and Economic Development Canada (ISED) / Public Services and Procurement Canada (PSPC)Year-round
  67. BDC Business Purchase or Transfer LoanBDC finances buyers who already have a negotiated agreement to purchase an existing business, covering legal fees and other one-time transfer costs, with repayment terms matched to the new business's cash flow.LoanCanada-wideBDCYear-round
  68. EDC Portfolio Credit InsuranceInsures your international receivables under one policy. If a customer goes bankrupt, defaults, refuses the goods or cannot pay because of events in their market, EDC pays up to 90% of the insured invoice.Support programCanada-wideEDCUp to $500KYear-round
  69. Indigenous Forestry InitiativeUp to $5M (contribution stream, currently closed) or $45K (grant stream, open, 100% funded) for Indigenous-led sustainable forest management and economic development projects in the natural resources sector.Who can apply: Non-profits, Indigenous organizations, colleges and universities and public bodies. Startups and growing businessesGrantCanada-wideNatural Resources CanadaUp to $1MOpen until Sep 1, 2028
  70. MiHR: Gearing Up (Mining Sector Student Work Placement)Up to $5,000 wage subsidy per placement for mining employers who create co-op, internship, field placement or applied-project opportunities for post-secondary students; sector-specific SWPP by MiHR.Who can apply: For-profit businesses and non-profitsGrantCanada-wideMining Industry Human Resources Council (MiHR) / Employment and Social Development Canada (ESDC)Up to $5,000 per placementYear-round
  71. NSERC Alliance Advantage GrantsNSERC co-funds industry-university research at 2:1 (NSERC:$2 for every $1 partner cash), up to $1M per year for 1-5 years.Who can apply: Colleges and universitiesGrantCanada-wideNatural Sciences and Engineering Research Council (NSERC)$20K–$1MYear-round
  72. Innovation Factory HEALTHI Program$15,000 of research-hospital administration services for incorporated Canadian life science firms at TRL-6+, unlocked by a $2,500 cash match.Support programCanada-wideInnovation Factory / Synapse Life Science Consortium, funded by the NRC Industrial Research Assistance Program (NRC IRAP); CAN Health Network delivery streamUp to $15K in servicesYear-round
  73. EHRC: Empowering Futures (Electricity Sector Student Work Placement)Up to $5,000 wage subsidy per placement for electricity-sector employers hiring post-secondary students in co-op or internship placements via EHRC's federal SWPP program.GrantCanada-wideElectricity Human Resources Canada (EHRC)Up to $5,000 per placementCloses Mar 31, 2027
  74. Defence Industry Assist (DI Assist)$100K-$500K non-repayable funding for Canadian SMEs developing defence or dual-use tech aligned with DND needs, with NRC IRAP advisory.Who can apply: For-profit businessesGrantCanada-wideNational Research Council Canada (NRC IRAP)Year-round
  75. BDC Purchase Order FinancingA short-term loan that pays your suppliers when a large confirmed order lands and you do not have the cash to produce it. BDC funds up to 90% of the order value and you repay once your customer pays.LoanCanada-wideBDCUp to 90% of order valueYear-round
  76. EDC Foreign Exchange Facility GuaranteeEDC covers up to 100% of the collateral your bank requires on foreign exchange contracts, so you can lock in exchange rates without tying up working capital as security.Support programCanada-wideEDCUp to 100% of FX collateralYear-round
  77. Propel Student Work Placement ProgramReimburses tourism and hospitality employers 50% of a student's gross wages, to $5,000, for a co-op or internship of at least 4 weeks.Who can apply: For-profit businesses and non-profitsGrantCanada-wideTourism HR Canada (delivery partner for the Government of Canada Student Work Placement Program)50% of wages, max $5,000Year-round
  78. NSERC Applied Research and Development (ARD) GrantsUp to $150,000 per year for college-industry applied research projects, with industry contributing 25% cash; the college applies, not the business.Who can apply: Colleges and universitiesGrantCanada-wideNatural Sciences and Engineering Research Council (NSERC)Up to $150K/yrYear-round
  79. BDC Working Capital LoanA BDC term loan for the running costs of growth: inventory, suppliers, a marketing push, new hires, certifications or a green retrofit. Payments are matched to your cash-flow cycle and can be interest-only at the start.LoanCanada-wideBDCYear-round
  80. ElevateIP ProgramSubsidized expert services for IP strategy development and implementation. Startups access Tier 2 ($15–25K); women/Indigenous founders get maximum value.Who can apply: For-profit businesses. Startups and growing businessesSupport programCanada-wideInnovation, Science and Economic Development Canada (via BAIs)Up to $100KOpen now
  81. Science and Technology Internship Program (STIP): Green JobsWage subsidy for employers hiring youth 15-30 for internships in natural resources clean tech, energy, forestry, or mining; rate and cap are set by each delivery partner.Who can apply: For-profit businesses, non-profits, Indigenous organizations and public bodiesGrantCanada-wideNatural Resources Canada (NRCan)Year-round
  82. Mitacs Accelerate Entrepreneur ProgramFunds student and postdoc entrepreneurs up to $15,000 per 4-month unit to commercialize their incorporated startup's core technology at an approved incubator.Who can apply: Startups and growing businessesGrantCanada-wideMitacs$15,000Year-round
  83. EDC Trade Expansion Lending ProgramEDC guarantees part of your bank loan or line of credit so your own bank can lend you more working capital for export growth. You apply through the bank, not through EDC.LoanCanada-wideEDCYear-round
  84. Green Jobs - Science and Technology Internship Program (STIP)Wage subsidy for green economy intern roles, delivered through partner organizations; rate and cap vary by partner (some advertise up to 75%).Who can apply: For-profit businesses, non-profits and colleges and universities. Startups and growing businessesGrantCanada-wideNatural Resources Canada (NRCan)Varies by delivery partnerYear-round
  85. BDC Commercial Real Estate LoanA BDC term loan to buy, build or renovate commercial premises, with up to 100% of the project cost financed, interest-only payments for up to the first three years and up to 25 years to repay.LoanCanada-wideBDCFrom $100KYear-round
  86. IDEaS Test DrivesDND/CAF buys and tests your TRL 7+ product in a real military environment via procurement contract; validated by Canadian Armed Forces operators.Who can apply: For-profit businesses, non-profits, individuals and colleges and universities. Growing and established businessesSupport programCanada-wideDepartment of National Defence / Innovation for Defence Excellence and Security (IDEaS)Year-round
  87. Canada Council for the Arts GrantsGrants for individual artists and non-profits in all arts disciplines; $30K average for Explore and Create, $10K-$500K for organizations.Who can apply: Non-profits and individuals. Startups and growing businessesGrantCanada-wideCanada Council for the ArtsVariesYear-round
  88. envisAGE AgeTech Collaborative ProjectsCo-investment for incorporated Canadian SMEs deploying a TRL 7-9 AgeTech solution with a Community Lab; envisAGE reimburses 15-25% of the SME's eligible costs.Who can apply: Growing and established businessesGrantCanada-wideenvisAGE (co-led by MEDTEQ+ and AGE-WELL), funded by the Government of Canada's Strategic Innovation Fund, Stream 5 (ISED)15-25% of SME costsCloses Jan 12, 202774 days
  89. BDC Growth & Transition CapitalCustomized mezzanine, cash flow, and quasi-equity financing from BDC Capital for growth, acquisitions, or ownership transitions without diluting ownership.Who can apply: Growing and established businessesLoanCanada-wideBDC Capital$250,000 to $35MYear-round
  90. ISC Pathway to Commercialization (Source List for Government Buyers)ISC Testing Stream graduates at TRL 9 get listed on a government source list; departments can award sole-source contracts up to $8M for 3 years, no bidding.Who can apply: Established businessesSupport programCanada-wideInnovative Solutions Canada / Public Services and Procurement Canada (PSPC) / ISEDYear-round
  91. Union Training and Innovation ProgramUp to $2 million in project funding for union-led apprenticeship training and modernized training systems in construction, manufacturing, and trades.Who can apply: Industry associations. Established businessesGrantCanada-wideEmployment and Social Development CanadaUp to $2MYear-round
  92. ISC Challenge Stream (Innovative Solutions Canada)Up to $1M to solve a posted federal government R&D challenge; Phase 1 feasibility ($150K/6 months), Phase 2 prototype ($1M/2 years), 100% funded.Who can apply: For-profit businesses. Startups and growing businessesGrantCanada-wideInnovation, Science and Economic Development Canada (ISED)Phase 1: up to $150,000Open now
  93. BDC Pivot to GrowFully repayable loans of up to $5M for Canadian businesses to pivot operations amid trade disruptions; total BDC commitment must exceed $350,000.Who can apply: Growing businessesLoanCanada-wideBusiness Development Bank of CanadaUp to $5MYear-round
  94. Social Innovation and Social Finance FundRepayable capital from $50,000 to $2 million for social purpose organizations through eligible intermediaries; not direct grants.Who can apply: For-profit businesses, non-profits, charities and co-operatives. Startups and growing businessesSupport programCanada-wideEmployment and Social Development Canada$50K–$2MOpen now
  95. Indigenous Forestry Initiative: Capacity GrantsNon-repayable grants up to $45K for Indigenous communities to build forest management capacity, covering expert hiring and Indigenous Knowledge documentation.Who can apply: Indigenous organizationsGrantCanada-wideNatural Resources CanadaUp to $45K (100% funded)Year-round
  96. Innovation Ecosystem Enablers: Process and Technology Testing Facilities, Natural Resources Canada (NRCan) Office of Energy Research and Development (OERD)NRCan pays up to half the cost, from $1 million to $10 million, of building, expanding or modernizing a shared-use energy-technology testing, validation, certification or prototyping facility in Canada. Contributions are non-repayable, Indigenous applicants can have 100% of costs covered, and the facility has to be open to outside clients.GrantCanada-wideNRCan, OERD (Energy Innovation Program)$1M–$10MYear-round
  97. Genome CanadaUp to $10M co-funding for genomics research projects requiring industry/provincial partners and competitive proposals.Who can apply: For-profit businesses and colleges and universities. Startups and growing businessesSupport programCanada-wideGenome CanadaUp to $10MYear-round
  98. IDEaS Competitive Projects: Component 1 (Conceive & Design)$10,000–$1.5M grants for Canadian innovators to conceive and design defence solutions (TRL 1–5) with no matching required.Who can apply: For-profit businesses, non-profits, individuals, colleges and universities and public bodiesGrantCanada-wideDepartment of National Defence (DND)Up to $250K (1a) or $1.5M (1b)Year-round
  99. CMF IDM Prototyping ProgramFunds 75% of eligible costs for early-stage interactive digital media prototypes (games, VR/AR, interactive content) up to $250,000.Who can apply: For-profit businesses. Startups and growing businessesGrantCanada-wideCanada Media Fund (CMF)Up to $250KCloses Nov 1011 days
  100. Build Canada Homes: Prefab/Modular Partnership Financing$1M-$100M debt and equity financing for Canadian modular housing manufacturers scaling production or delivering multi-unit affordable housing projects.Who can apply: For-profit businesses, non-profits, Indigenous organizations and public bodies. Established businessesLoanCanada-wideHousing, Infrastructure and Communities Canada, Build Canada HomesUp to $25BYear-round
  101. Access to Business Opportunities (Indigenous Entrepreneurship)$200,000–$500,000 for Indigenous organizations to build entrepreneurship capacity through national/regional projects covering 100% of eligible costs.Who can apply: For-profit businesses, Indigenous organizations, colleges and universities, public bodies and industry associations. Startups and growing businessesSupport programCanada-wideIndigenous Services CanadaUp to $500K/yrCloses Oct 311 day
  102. Xecs Call 6: 2026, NRC IRAPNRC IRAP covers up to half the eligible R&D cost for a Canadian SME joining an international electronic components and systems project under the Eureka Xecs cluster. Projects are large, at least 35 person years across the consortium, and need partners in at least one other Eureka country.Who can apply: Growing businessesGrantCanada-wideNational Research Council of Canada (NRC IRAP)Closes Jan 21, 202783 days
  103. Canadian Agricultural Loans Act (CALA) ProgramLoans up to $500,000 per farm ($3 million for co-operatives) for farm capital projects including land, buildings, equipment, and intergenerational transfers through participating banks.Who can apply: For-profit businesses, co-operatives and individualsLoanCanada-wideAgriculture and Agri-Food CanadaUp to $500K per farmYear-round
  104. AgriInsurance ProgramFederal-provincial crop and livestock insurance, delivered by your province's own agency. Governments share the cost of your premium; you are paid an indemnity when your measured production falls below the coverage level you chose.Support programCanada-wideAgriculture and Agri-Food Canada (AAFC), delivered provinciallyOpen now
  105. Ocean Supercluster: Innovation Ecosystem Projects and Activity ProgramOSC co-invests up to 75% on non-commercial consortium projects in Canada's ocean sector; workforce training, SME networks, and partnerships (ends Oct 2027).Who can apply: For-profit businesses, non-profits and public bodiesGrantCanada-wideCanada's Ocean Supercluster (OSC)Open until Oct 31, 2027
  106. Advance Payments Program$1M loan advance for farmers, up to 50% interest-free on first $250K (or $500K for canola), repaid as crops sell.Who can apply: For-profit businesses, co-operatives and individualsLoanCanada-wideAgriculture and Agri-Food Canada (AAFC)Up to $1MYear-round
  107. AgriInvest Program$1,000–$10,000 annual government match on farm savings accounts, based on Allowable Net Sales; withdraw anytime for income stabilization or risk investments.Who can apply: Co-operatives and individualsSupport programCanada-wideAgriculture and Agri-Food Canada (AAFC)Up to $10K/yrOpen now
  108. AgriScience Program: Projects ComponentUp to $5M co-funding for industry-led pre-commercial agri R&D; climate, expansion, sector resilience. AAFC covers 50% (70% for non-profit GHG).Who can apply: For-profit businesses and non-profits. Growing and established businessesGrantCanada-wideAgriculture and Agri-Food Canada (AAFC)Up to $5M/projectYear-round
  109. WEOC National Loan ProgramUp to $50,000 for women-owned businesses Canada-wide; no minimum credit score, startup-eligible, funds within 10 business days via regional Loan Fund Partners.Who can apply: Startups and growing businessesLoanCanada-wideWomen's Enterprise Organizations of Canada (WEOC)Up to $50,000Year-round
  110. AgriStability ProgramCompensates farmers for income declines over 30% below historical margin; 80% coverage, up to $3M max payment, annual enrollment required.Who can apply: For-profit businesses, co-operatives and individualsSupport programCanada-wideAgriculture and Agri-Food Canada (AAFC), delivered federally (MB, NL, NS, NB, NWT, YT) or provincially (BC, AB, SK, ON, QC, PEI)Up to $3M/yrCloses Apr 30, 2027
  111. NRC IRAP Clean Technology ProgramUp to $1M in R&D funding for Canadian SMEs developing clean tech, with typical first-time projects at $100K-$500K.Who can apply: Startups and growing businessesGrantCanada-wideNational Research Council Canada$100K–$1MYear-round
  112. FCC Trade Disruption Customer Support ProgramCanadian agribusinesses, farm operations and food processors hit by tariffs can access an extra credit line of up to $500,000, a new term loan, and; if already an FCC customer; a principal-payment deferral of up to 12 months. Available until March 5, 2027.Who can apply: Growing and established businessesLoanCanada-wideFarm Credit Canada (FCC)Closes Mar 5, 2027
  113. Patent Collective Program: Innovation Asset Collective (IAC)Up to $20,000 per round for Full Members and up to $10,000 per round for Associate Members, across multiple rounds a year, for cleantech SMEs, plus $15K IP credits for Full Members. Includes IP insurance and patent access.Who can apply: Startups and growing businessesSupport programCanada-wideInnovation Asset Collective (IAC), funded by Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada (ISED)Up to $20K per roundYear-round
  114. NRC Applied Quantum Computing Challenge ProgramGrant and contribution funding sized to project scope (NRC publishes no per-project ceiling; the last call drew on a $4.2M envelope) for industry-academia partnerships in quantum computing algorithms, hardware, and applications; health, climate, materials.Who can apply: For-profit businesses, colleges and universities and public bodiesGrantCanada-wideNational Research Council Canada (NRC)Year-round
  115. Farm Credit Canada (FCC) FinancingLoans from $5,000 to multi-million dollars for all agricultural and agri-food capital needs; equipment, facilities, working capital, and startup.Who can apply: Startups and growing businessesLoanCanada-wideFarm Credit CanadaVariesYear-round
  116. Bioindustrial Innovation Canada (BIC) CONNECT ProgramNRC IRAP clients working on bioproducts can access up to $17,500 of Canadian technical or commercial services for a 10% program fee.Who can apply: Growing businessesSupport programCanada-wideBioindustrial Innovation Canada / NRC Industrial Research Assistance ProgramUp to $17.5K in servicesOpen now
  117. NRC IoT: Quantum Sensors Challenge ProgramGrant and contribution funding sized to project scope (NRC reimburses up to 75% of eligible expenditures; no per-project ceiling published) for SMEs and researchers to co-develop quantum photonic and chip-based sensor tech for navigation, medical imaging, and defence.Who can apply: For-profit businesses, non-profits, Indigenous organizations, colleges and universities and public bodiesGrantCanada-wideNational Research Council Canada (NRC), Quantum and Nanotechnologies Research CentreYear-round
  118. SSHRC Partnerships$2.5M grants for multi-year social sciences/humanities research partnerships between universities and private/public/non-profit partners with 35% matching.Who can apply: Non-profits. Growing businessesGrantCanada-wideSocial Sciences and Humanities Research CouncilUp to $2.5MOpen now
  119. BDC Newcomer Entrepreneur LoanLoans from $25,000 to $50,000 for new immigrant entrepreneurs starting or growing a business, with $75K possible when stacked with Futurpreneur.Who can apply: Startups and growing businessesLoanCanada-wideBusiness Development Bank of Canada (BDC)$25K–$50KYear-round
  120. AI Compute ChallengeUp to $240M for AI data centre projects requiring $10M+ minimum, focused on domestic compute infrastructure and Canadian AI hardware/software.Who can apply: For-profit businesses. Growing and established businessesGrantCanada-wideInnovation, Science and Economic Development Canada (ISED)Negotiated per projectYear-round
  121. NACCA Indigenous Women Entrepreneur (IWE) Program$20,000-$25,000 micro-loan for First Nations, Inuit, and Métis women entrepreneurs through 30+ Aboriginal Financial Institutions, combining a loan of at least 50% with a non-repayable grant of up to 45%.Who can apply: For-profit businesses. Startups and growing businessesLoanCanada-wideNational Aboriginal Capital Corporations Association (NACCA)Up to $50KYear-round
  122. Energy Innovation Program: CCUS FEED Call for ProposalsNRCan pays up to half the cost of a front end engineering design study for a carbon capture, utilization or storage project, in contributions of $3 million to $7 million. Indigenous applicants can be funded at up to 75%.GrantCanada-wideNatural Resources Canada (NRCan)$3M–$7MYear-round
  123. Women Entrepreneurship Loan Fund (WELF)Loans up to $50,000 for women-led businesses through four ISED delivery organizations, each with its own fees, security and eligibility.Who can apply: Individuals. Startups and growing businessesLoanCanada-wideInnovation, Science and Economic Development Canada (ISED)Up to $50KYear-round
  124. Ocean Supercluster: Technology Leadership Project ProgramOSC co-invests 40% on industry-led ocean tech projects ($1M+ total) in ocean energy, sustainable seafood, transport, and climate; all conclude Oct 2027.Who can apply: Growing businessesGrantCanada-wideCanada's Ocean Supercluster (OSC)Open until Oct 31, 2027
  125. Indigenous Growth FundLoans for Indigenous entrepreneurs through 59 Indigenous Financial Institutions (IFIs); loan size varies by IFI, with most common range $50K-$250K.Who can apply: Indigenous organizations. Startups and growing businessesLoanCanada-wideNational Aboriginal Capital Corporations Association (NACCA)Via local IFIs (amounts vary)Year-round
  126. BioTalent Canada: Student Work Placement Program (SWPP)Covers 50% of student wages, up to $5,000 per placement term, for biotech and bio-economy employers hiring enrolled Canadian co-op students.GrantCanada-wideBioTalent Canada / Employment and Social Development Canada (ESDC)50% of wages, max $5,000Year-round
  127. Poultry and Egg On-Farm Investment Program (PEFIP)Up to 70% reimbursement (85% for young producers) on capital investments for licensed poultry/egg producers; $759M available to March 2030.Who can apply: For-profit businesses and individuals. Growing and established businessesGrantCanada-wideAgriculture and Agri-Food Canada (AAFC)Open until Mar 31, 2030
  128. Futurpreneur Newcomer ProgramUp to $25,000 in equity-free loans for newcomers aged 18-39 to launch startups, with $12.5K from Futurpreneur and $12.5K from BDC.Who can apply: Startups and early-stageLoanCanada-wideFuturpreneur CanadaUp to $25KYear-round
  129. Inclusive Trade Investments Program (ITIP): Export Development Canada (EDC)EDC has committed $200 million to take equity stakes in Canadian exporting companies founded or led by women, Indigenous Peoples, Black and other racialized Canadians, people with disabilities and members of the 2SLGBTQI+ community. This is investment capital in exchange for part of your company, not a grant, and some of it is deployed through partner funds rather than directly.Support programCanada-wideExport Development Canada (EDC)Up to $200MYear-round
  130. MiHR: Green Jobs Program (Mining Clean Tech Youth Placements)Up to $30,000 per youth hire (aged 15–30) in clean-tech mining roles delivering environmental benefit; NRCan's STIP Green Jobs program, delivered by MiHR.GrantCanada-wideMining Industry Human Resources Council (MiHR) / Natural Resources Canada (NRCan)Up to $24,000Year-round
  131. BDC Indigenous Entrepreneur LoanLoans up to $350,000 for First Nations, Inuit and Métis entrepreneurs, at a preferred rate with no processing or annual administration fees.LoanCanada-wideBusiness Development Bank of Canada (BDC)Up to $350KYear-round
  132. Social Finance Fund (SFF)Repayable capital from ESDC via wholesalers for social purpose organizations; $100K-$500K for community groups, up to $2M for housing/infrastructure projects.Who can apply: For-profit businesses, non-profits, charities and co-operatives. Growing and established businessesSupport programCanada-wideEmployment and Social Development Canada (ESDC)$25K–$5MYear-round
  133. BioTalent Canada: Career Starter ProgramGives bio-economy employers 60% of a barriered youth's salary up to $20,000, inclusive of wraparound services, plus a dedicated case manager and skills training for the hire.GrantCanada-wideBioTalent Canada60% up to $20K/hireOpen now
  134. Mining Innovation Commercialization Accelerator (MICA)Up to $500K co-funding for pilot demonstrations of new mining tech; covers 30% of eligible costs, average $458K.Who can apply: For-profit businesses, colleges and universities and industry associations. Startups and growing businessesSupport programCanada-wideInnovation, Science and Economic Development Canada (ISED), administered by CEMIUp to $500KYear-round
  135. Industrial AI Readiness ProgramCanadian manufacturers under 500 employees can recover up to $15,000 of the professional fees for an AI readiness evaluation and implementation plan.Who can apply: Growing and established businessesGrantCanada-wideNext Generation Manufacturing Canada (NGen)Up to $15KOpen now
  136. ECO Canada: Student Work Placement Program (SWPP)Reimburses Canadian employers 50% of a student's salary, up to $5,000, for 6-16 week environmental-sector placements tied to the student's STEAM or Business program.Who can apply: For-profit businesses and non-profitsGrantCanada-wideECO Canada / Employment and Social Development Canada (ESDC)50% up to $5K/studentOpen now
  137. MICA Diamond/Core Drill Rod and Inner Tube Handling ChallengeMICA seeks machine-based drill rod handling concepts - separate surface and underground designs, 1-2 test units; submissions close October 31, 2026.Support programCanada-wideMining Innovation Commercialization Accelerator (MICA)No award statedCloses Oct 311 day
  138. NRC IRAP AI AssistNRC IRAP funding for incorporated Canadian SMEs building generative AI and deep learning into their core products, accessed through an advisor.Who can apply: For-profit businessesGrantCanada-wideNational Research Council Canada$45K–$120K typicalOpen now
  139. Talent Innovation Canada (TICAN)TICAN embeds a graduate researcher or postdoc inside your company to work on a real R&D challenge in mobility, clean growth, biomanufacturing and life sciences, or microelectronics and ICT. Your company receives talent rather than money, and pays a share of the placement cost.Who can apply: Growing businessesSupport programCanada-wideTalent Innovation Canada / Government of Canada$10K–$80KYear-round
  140. Innovative Solutions CanadaUp to $1M to solve a federal department's posted R&D challenge; Phase 1 prototype, Phase 2 product.Who can apply: For-profit businesses. Startups and growing businessesGrantCanada-wideInnovation, Science and Economic Development CanadaUp to $1MOpen now
  141. Sustainable Canadian Agricultural Partnership (SCAP) Programs$5,000-$15 million in cost-shared funding for agricultural R&D, equipment, facilities, and environmental projects across all provinces.Who can apply: Startups and growing businessesSupport programCanada-wideAgriculture and Agri-Food Canada$5K–$15MOpen now
  142. Protein Industries Canada: Artificial Intelligence ProgramPIC funds 45% of AI project costs (no set project maximum) for plant-based protein value chain tools; seed genetics, farm optimization, food safety.Who can apply: For-profit businessesGrantCanada-wideProtein Industries Canada (Global Innovation Cluster)Up to 45% of costsYear-round
  143. BDC Technology Companies LoanBDC offers Canadian technology and SaaS companies a flexible term loan sized to their needs and cash flow, with no share collateral required, and financing that can factor in recurring revenue (ARR/MRR).LoanCanada-wideBDCCustom term loan, no fixed capYear-round
  144. Canadian Technology Accelerator (CTA)$15K-$40K CAD equivalent in-kind mentorship, workspace, and investor access for Canadian tech firms entering global markets.Who can apply: Growing businessesSupport programCanada-wideGlobal Affairs CanadaIn-kind ($40K value)Year-round
  145. Xecs Call on Quantum: 2026, NRC IRAPNRC IRAP covers up to half the eligible R&D cost for a Canadian SME taking part in an international quantum technology project under the Eureka Xecs cluster. You need at least one partner organisation in another Eureka country.Who can apply: Growing businessesGrantCanada-wideNational Research Council of Canada (NRC IRAP)Closes Nov 2627 days
  146. CMHC MLI SelectCMHC mortgage loan insurance for rental buildings of five units or more. Commitments to affordability, accessibility or energy performance earn points, and points buy a lower premium, higher leverage and amortization as long as 50 years.LoanCanada-wideCanada Mortgage and Housing Corporation (CMHC)Year-round
  147. Next Generation Manufacturing Canada (NGen) Supercluster$600K-$3.2M co-funding for industry-led manufacturing R&D projects in AI, digital transformation, or capital equipment; feasibility studies start at $12.5K.Who can apply: Growing businessesSupport programCanada-wideNGen (Supercluster)Varies (project-based funding)Open now
  148. SMART Call 10: 2026 (NRC IRAP / Eureka)NRC IRAP covers up to half the eligible R&D cost for a Canadian SME taking part in a SMART cluster international project. The call is bottom up, so any project that fits SMART's technology roadmap can be proposed.Who can apply: Growing businessesGrantCanada-wideNational Research Council of Canada (NRC IRAP)Up to 50% of project costsCloses Jan 26, 202788 days
  149. BDC Thrive Lab for WomenEquity investment for women-led startups in tech, healthcare, clean tech, or food at $250K–$1M pre-seed/seed, with potential for up to $2M with follow-on.Who can apply: Startups and early-stageSupport programCanada-wideBDC Capital$100K–$2MYear-round
  150. CELTIC-NEXT Autumn Call 2026: NRC IRAPCanadian SMEs joining an international CELTIC-NEXT R&D consortium can access project funding through NRC IRAP, though the dollar amount is set case by case and is not published on the call page.GrantCanada-wideNational Research Council of Canada (NRC IRAP)Not stated on program pageOpen now
  151. FACE: Black Entrepreneurship Loan FundLoans from $25,000 to $250,000 for Black-majority-owned for-profit businesses across Canada, delivered by FACE under the federal Black Entrepreneurship Program.Who can apply: For-profit businesses and co-operatives. Startups and growing businessesLoanCanada-wideFederation of African Canadian Economics (FACE)$25,000–$250,000Year-round
  152. Canada Media Fund$15,000-$2,000,000 recoupable equity investment for TV, digital, and interactive media production; non-repayable for development and IDM prototyping.Who can apply: For-profit businessesSupport programCanada-wideCanada Media Fund (CMF)$15K–$2MYear-round
  153. AI for Productivity ChallengeGrant and contribution funding for industry collaborators to develop AI solutions in clean tech, agriculture, or manufacturing through NRC hubs and digital sandboxes.Who can apply: For-profit businesses, non-profits, Indigenous organizations, colleges and universities and public bodies. Growing and established businessesGrantCanada-wideNational Research Council Canada (NRC)Set by NRC agreementYear-round
  154. Black Entrepreneurship ProgramThe federal programme behind the Loan Fund (up to $250,000 for Black-led businesses) and the Ecosystem Fund (capacity funding for Black-led business organizations).Who can apply: For-profit businesses and non-profits. Startups and growing businessesLoanCanada-wideInnovation, Science and Economic Development CanadaUp to $250KYear-round
  155. NRC Quantum Internetworking Challenge (QUIN)Up to $500,000 over 3 years in non-repayable grants and contributions for university-anchored quantum networking R&D projects with NRC expertise and facilities access.Who can apply: For-profit businesses, colleges and universities and public bodies. Growing and established businessesGrantCanada-wideNational Research Council of Canada (NRC)Up to $500KYear-round
  156. BDC Steel, Aluminum and Copper Industries Support ProgramWorking capital loans ($2M–$50M) for Canadian steel, aluminum, and copper manufacturers impacted by U.S. tariffs; $5M revenue minimum required.Who can apply: Growing and established businessesLoanCanada-wideBusiness Development Bank of Canada (BDC)$250,000Closes Dec 3162 days
  157. Telefilm Canada Funding ProgramsUp to $4M for production (large budget), $300K-$500K (low budget), or $150K-$250K (Talent to Watch) in non-repayable or recoupable funding.Who can apply: For-profit businesses. Growing businessesSupport programCanada-wideTelefilm CanadaUp to $4MOpen now
  158. Canada Cultural Spaces Fund (CCSF)Federal capital grants for arts and heritage space renovation, equipment, and feasibility studies. Open to not-for-profits, governments, and Indigenous bodies.Who can apply: Non-profits, Indigenous organizations and public bodies. Growing and established businessesGrantCanada-wideDepartment of Canadian HeritageYear-round
  159. Telefilm Canada: Marketing ProgramRepayable non-interest-bearing advance covering up to 75% of eligible Canadian marketing costs for marketing, promotion and distribution of certified Canadian feature films.Who can apply: Growing businessesLoanCanada-wideTelefilm Canada75% of marketing costsOpen now
  160. BDC Sustainability Venture Fund$1M–$5M equity investment for Canadian sustainability tech startups in clean energy, climate action, and responsible production; seed to Series B.Who can apply: Startups and growing businessesSupport programCanada-wideBDC Capital$1M–$8MYear-round
  161. Ocean Supercluster$2M-$6M OSC contribution for ocean tech projects, covering up to 40% of eligible costs in clean tech, engineering, and technology.Who can apply: Startups and growing businessesGrantCanada-wideOcean SuperclusterUp to $5MYear-round
  162. BDC Forestry Support ProgramThree offers for Canadian forestry businesses with at least $1 million in revenue and 3 years of operation: working-capital financing of $250,000 to $25 million, transformation financing of $1 million to $25 million with BDC advisory support, and a bank-issued loan guarantee of $500,000 to $50 million for softwood lumber mills.Who can apply: For-profit businesses. Growing and established businessesLoanCanada-wideBusiness Development Bank of Canada (BDC)Closes Dec 3162 days
  163. Canadian Heritage Funding ProgramsUp to $1.5M for arts, culture, heritage, publishing, and music projects; for-profit options include Canada Book Fund and Canada Music Fund.Who can apply: For-profit businesses and non-profits. Growing businessesSupport programCanada-wideCanadian HeritageUp to $1.5MYear-round
  164. Protein Industries Canada Supercluster$1M-$4M co-investment for plant-based protein R&D and supply chain projects, covering up to 45% of eligible costs in $2M-$8M total projects.Who can apply: Growing businessesGrantCanada-wideProtein Industries Canada$37.5K–$4MYear-round
  165. BDC Defence Platform: Financing and Advisory for Defence and National SecurityWho can apply: Growing and established businessesLoanCanada-wideBusiness Development Bank of Canada (BDC)Negotiated case by caseYear-round
  166. Indigenous Skills and Employment Training ProgramFunding for Indigenous-led skills development and employment training programs through agreements with Indigenous service organizations across Canada.Who can apply: Indigenous organizations. Startups and growing businessesSupport programCanada-wideEmployment and Social Development CanadaVariesYear-round
  167. CIHR Industry Partnered ResearchBusinesses partner with academic PIs on CIHR Project Grants; average $216K/year for research, with business contributing cash or in-kind.Who can apply: Colleges and universities. Startups and growing businessesGrantCanada-wideCanadian Institutes of Health ResearchVariesOpen now
  168. CMHC Apartment Construction Loan Program (ACLP)CMHC's $55B program provides low-cost construction loans (min $1M, up to 100% of project cost) for new purpose-built rental, student, and seniors housing any…Who can apply: For-profit businesses, non-profits, Indigenous organizations, colleges and universities and public bodies. Growing and established businessesLoanCanada-wideCanada Mortgage and Housing Corporation (CMHC)Minimum $1MYear-round
  169. BDC StrongNorth Fund$1M-$15M equity for early-stage Canadian deep-tech with defence/dual-use applications; AI, robotics, semiconductors, advanced systems.Who can apply: Startups and growing businessesSupport programCanada-wideBusiness Development Bank of Canada (BDC Capital)$1M–$15MYear-round
  170. Energy Innovation Program$1M-$10M contributions for clean energy projects through NRCan's open calls: CCUS FEED studies ($3M-$7M) and shared testing facilities ($1M-$10M), both on continuous intake.Who can apply: For-profit businesses, non-profits, Indigenous organizations, colleges and universities and public bodies. Startups and growing businessesGrantCanada-wideNatural Resources Canada$1M-$10M/project (open calls)Year-round
  171. Canada Critical Minerals Accelerator (CCMA): formerly the Critical Minerals Sovereign FundFederal equity, loan guarantees and supply agreements for Canadian critical mineral projects. No open call; the CCMA identifies proponents directly.Who can apply: Growing and established businessesLoanCanada-wideNatural Resources Canada (NRCan), delivered by Export Development Canada (EDC)Negotiated per investmentYear-round
  172. Strategic Response Fund - Steel Sector$10M-$150M repayable contributions for steel manufacturers to modernize facilities, diversify supply chains, and build domestic capacity amid U.S. tariffs.Who can apply: Growing and established businessesSupport programCanada-wideInnovation, Science and Economic Development CanadaUp to $5BYear-round
  173. Critical Minerals R&D and Demonstration Program$500K-$3M grant for R&D projects in critical minerals mining, processing, and recycling to advance supply chains.Who can apply: For-profit businesses, non-profits, Indigenous organizations, colleges and universities and public bodies. Startups and growing businessesGrantCanada-wideNatural Resources CanadaYear-round
  174. FCC Women Entrepreneur ProgramFCC offers qualifying women entrepreneurs in agriculture, agribusiness and food potentially discounted lending rates, plus learning and network supports; FCC does not publish a loan amount, minimum or maximum for this program.LoanCanada-wideFarm Credit Canada (FCC)Varies (not published)Year-round
  175. Canada Growth Fund$25M-$200M equity investments in late-stage clean tech companies for carbon capture, hydrogen, and battery storage scale-up.Who can apply: Growing and established businessesSupport programCanada-wideCanada Growth Fund Inc. (managed by PSP Investments)$25M–$200M+Year-round
  176. FCC Young Farmer LoanLoans from $25,000 to $2M for young farmers under 40 to buy land, equipment, or facilities; no processing fees, 18-month purchase window.Who can apply: Startups and growing businessesLoanCanada-wideFarm Credit Canada (FCC)Up to $2MYear-round
  177. Thrive Venture FundBDC Capital's Thrive Venture Fund provides $500K-$5M equity investment for women-led Canadian tech companies at seed to Series B stages.Who can apply: Startups and growing businessesSupport programCanada-wideBusiness Development Bank of CanadaUp to $5MYear-round

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  179. Community Futures BC: Business Loans (Rural British Columbia)Business loans of up to $1M for rural BC startups and small businesses through 34 Community Futures offices, with free business counselling included.Who can apply: For-profit businesses and non-profits. Startups and growing businessesLoanBritish ColumbiaCommunity Futures British Columbia / PacifiCanUp to $1MYear-round
  180. Community Futures Program: Ontario (CFDC Business Loans)Loans for rural Ontario startups and businesses through Ontario's 60 CFDCs, with free business counselling; loan amounts vary by local CFDC.LoanOntarioFedDev Ontario (southern/eastern Ontario) and FedNor (northern Ontario)Year-round
  181. Community Futures Alberta: Business Loans (Rural Alberta)Business loans for rural Alberta startups and small businesses through 27 Community Futures offices, each setting its own ceiling, with free advisory services included.Who can apply: For-profit businesses, non-profits and co-operatives. Startups and growing businessesLoanAlbertaCommunity Futures Network of Alberta / PrairiesCanCommonly up to $150,000Year-round
  182. TechAlliance GROW Accelerator: TechAlliance of Southwestern OntarioTechAlliance runs a six month accelerator for 18 early stage companies a year from Elgin, Middlesex, Oxford, Lambton and Huron counties, in urban, rural and women led streams. Participants work with sales, marketing, finance and IP experts and can draw up to $10,000 in non dilutive funding, matched dollar for dollar.Who can apply: Startups and growing businessesGrantOntarioTechAlliance of Southwestern OntarioUp to $10KYear-round
  183. Regional Quantum Initiative (RQI): British Columbia$500K-$5M interest-free repayable for BC businesses commercializing quantum computing, sensors, or communications; repay over 8 years.Who can apply: For-profit businesses and non-profitsForgivable loanBritish ColumbiaPacifiCan$500K–$5MYear-round
  184. Youth Internships in Northern Ontario: FedNorSubsidizes 90% of intern wages (up to $35K/year, $52.5K over 18 months) for Northern Ontario businesses hiring recent grads under 30.Who can apply: For-profit businesses, non-profits, Indigenous organizations and public bodiesGrantNorthern OntarioFederal Economic Development Agency for Northern Ontario (FedNor)Up to $35K/internYear-round
  185. Community Futures Manitoba: Business Loans (Rural Manitoba)Loans from $1K to $150K for rural Manitoba businesses through 16 Community Futures offices, including Biz Start micro loans up to $25K for early-stage founders.Who can apply: For-profit businesses. Startups and growing businessesLoanManitobaCommunity Futures Manitoba / PrairiesCanUp to $150,000Year-round
  186. Targeted Manufacturing Initiative for Northern Ontario: Productivity ImprovementsRepayable contributions covering 33% of capital and 50% of non-capital costs for equipment, facilities, lean, IT, or ISO upgrades.Who can apply: Established businessesForgivable loanNorthern OntarioFedNor33-50% of costs (repayable)Year-round
  187. Community Futures Saskatchewan: Business Loans (Rural Saskatchewan)Loans from $5K to $150K for rural Saskatchewan businesses through 16 Community Futures offices, with free advisory services and 35+ years of Prairie lending.Who can apply: For-profit businesses. Startups and growing businessesLoanSaskatchewanCommunity Futures Saskatchewan / PrairiesCanUp to $150,000Year-round
  188. Northern Ontario Development Program (NODP)FedNor's core program funding Northern Ontario SME growth and community economic development via repayable and non-repayable contributions; up to 50% of non-capital costs.Support programNorthern OntarioFederal Economic Development Agency for Northern Ontario (FedNor)Up to 50% of non-capital costsYear-round
  189. Northern Ontario Exports Program: Trade Mission Support ProgramUp to $10,000 for Northern Ontario trade associations to arrange inbound buyer visits or export missions; mining, forestry, and manufacturing exporters only.Who can apply: Non-profits, public bodies and industry associations. Growing businessesGrantNorthern OntarioOntario's North Economic Development Corporation (ONEDC), funded by FedNor and NOHFCUp to $10,000 per projectYear-round
  190. CED Quebec: Quebec Economic Development Program (QEDP)Up to $500K typical (rarely $2M) repayable contributions for Quebec SMEs on community development, tourism, or regional diversification. Avg $279K.Who can apply: For-profit businesses, non-profits, co-operatives, Indigenous organizations, public bodies and industry associationsLoanQuebecCanada Economic Development for Quebec Regions$50K–$500K typicalYear-round
  191. Canada Economic Development for Quebec Regions (CED) FundingUp to $5M interest-free repayable contribution for Quebec SMEs (50% cost coverage) or up to 90% non-repayable for NPOs; excludes retail/food/transport.Who can apply: Startups and growing businessesLoanQuebecCanada Economic Development for Quebec RegionsUp to $5M (varies)Year-round
  192. Quebec Defence Supply-Chain SME Integration (Podium Défense / Aéro Mtl / Propulsion QC)Quebec SMEs in aerospace, manufacturing, and transport get $25K–$150K advisory and market access via STIQ, Aéro Montréal, and Propulsion Québec.Who can apply: Growing and established businessesSupport programQuebecCanada Economic Development for Quebec Regions (CED) / STIQ / Aéro Montréal / Propulsion QuébecYear-round
  193. CED Quebec Regional Artificial Intelligence Initiative (RAII)CED funds Quebec SMEs building or adopting AI with interest-free repayable support of up to 50% of costs, and non-profits at up to 90%, until March 31, 2031.Who can apply: For-profit businesses, non-profits and Indigenous organizationsLoanQuebecCanada Economic Development for Quebec Regions (CED)Up to 50% of costs (SMEs)Year-round
  194. CED Quebec: REGI Business Scale-up and ProductivityInterest-free repayable contributions of generally up to 50% of authorized costs for Quebec SMEs investing in equipment, digital adoption or productivity; no published dollar range; NPOs get non-repayable assistance up to 90%.Who can apply: For-profit businesses, non-profits, co-operatives, Indigenous organizations and industry associations. Growing and established businessesLoanQuebecCanada Economic Development for Quebec RegionsUp to 50% of costs (SMEs)Year-round
  195. FedNor: Regional Artificial Intelligence Initiative (RAII) for Northern OntarioFedNor covers up to 75% of the cost of commercializing or adopting AI in Northern Ontario, and up to 50% of capital costs. For a for profit business the money is normally repayable, with terms set in the contribution agreement.Who can apply: Growing businessesLoanNorthern OntarioFederal Economic Development Agency for Northern Ontario (FedNor)Open now
  196. FedDev Ontario Funding$250K-$750K repayable contribution (0% interest) for first-time SME applicants in southern Ontario scale-up projects.Who can apply: Startups and growing businessesLoanSouthern OntarioFederal Economic Development Agency for Southern OntarioUp to $10M (varies)Year-round
  197. REGI: Regional Innovation Ecosystems (PacifiCan)PacifiCan funding normally covering up to 50% of costs for B.C. innovation-ecosystem builders; not-for-profits, incubators, angel networks, Indigenous organizations and consortia. Accelerator-focused projects are excluded this intake.Who can apply: Non-profits, Indigenous organizations, colleges and universities, public bodies and industry associations. Startups and growing businessesGrantBritish ColumbiaPacific Economic Development Canada (PacifiCan)Up to 50% of costsCloses Oct 30today
  198. REGI: Regional Innovation Ecosystems (FedDev Ontario)Non-repayable FedDev Ontario funding for southern Ontario not-for-profits; accelerators, incubators, CFDCs; that deliver innovation ecosystem programming to entrepreneurs.Who can apply: Non-profits, Indigenous organizations, colleges and universities and public bodies. Startups and growing businessesGrantSouthern OntarioFederal Economic Development Agency for Southern Ontario (FedDev Ontario)$125K–$10MYear-round
  199. FedDev Ontario: Regional Tariff Response Initiative (Southern Ontario)Up to $3M non-repayable for southern Ontario businesses hit by tariffs: up to $2M liquidity support plus up to $1M for pivot projects, up to 50% of costs.Who can apply: For-profit businesses. Growing and established businessesGrantSouthern OntarioFederal Economic Development Agency for Southern Ontario (FedDev Ontario)Up to $3M (non-repayable)Year-round
  200. Resilient Agricultural Landscape Program (RALP)Cost-share funding for farmers adopting climate-resilient BMPs like grasslands, reduced tillage, and water management; covers 30-100% of costs.GrantSaskatchewanAgriculture and Agri-Food Canada (delivered provincially)$2K–$400KOpen now
  201. PacifiCan (Pacific Economic Development Canada) FundingRepayable interest-free contributions of $200,000 to $5 million for fast-scaling BC businesses with 2+ years operating and 20%+ revenue gains.Who can apply: Startups and growing businessesLoanBritish ColumbiaPacific Economic Development CanadaUp to $5M (varies)Year-round
  202. REGI: Regional Innovation Ecosystems (CED Quebec)Non-repayable CED funding covering up to 90% of costs for Quebec not-for-profit incubators, accelerators, and ecosystem organizations; the highest cost-share rate in the REGI family.Who can apply: Non-profits, Indigenous organizations, public bodies and industry associations. Startups and growing businessesGrantQuebecCanada Economic Development for Quebec Regions (CED)Up to 90% of costsYear-round
  203. FedDev Ontario: Business Scale-up and Productivity (BSP)Interest-free repayable contributions from $125K to $10M for southern Ontario businesses to scale operations, adopt tech, and boost productivity.Who can apply: Growing and established businessesLoanSouthern OntarioFederal Economic Development Agency for Southern Ontario$125K–$10MYear-round
  204. Targeted Manufacturing Initiative for Northern Ontario: Operational AssessmentsNon-repayable grants of $5K-$15K (50% of costs) for Northern Ontario manufacturers to hire consultants; productivity, lean, energy, market readiness.Who can apply: Established businessesGrantNorthern OntarioFedNorUp to $15KYear-round
  205. WeBC Business Loans for WomenUp to $150,000 (or $200K with WEOC top-up) for BC women entrepreneurs; interest-only first 6 months, no minimum credit score, free advisory throughout.Who can apply: For-profit businesses. Startups and growing businessesLoanBritish ColumbiaWeBC (Women's Enterprise Centre of British Columbia)Up to $150,000Year-round
  206. Innovation Factory Canadian Medtech Alliance (CAMEDA) ProgramUp to $100,000 non-dilutive for Ontario medical device firms at TRL-7+ running a manufacturing project with a listed CAMEDA partner, on a 1.6x cash match.GrantOntarioInnovation Factory / Synapse Consortium / FedDev OntarioUp to $100K (1.6x cash match)Year-round
  207. Innovation Factory SOPHIE Commercialization ProgramUp to $100,000 non-dilutive for Ontario life science firms at TRL-6+ running a commercialization project with a Hamilton academic or clinical partner.GrantOntarioInnovation Factory / Synapse Consortium / FedDev OntarioUp to $100K (1.25x match)Year-round
  208. CED Quebec: Regional Tariff Response Initiative (RTRI)Up to $3M non-repayable for Quebec businesses hit by tariffs: up to $2M liquidity support plus up to $1M for pivot projects, up to 50% of costs, all sectors.Who can apply: Growing and established businessesGrantQuebecCanada Economic Development for Quebec Regions (CED)Up to $3M (non-repayable)Year-round
  209. CED RDII: Regional Defence Investment Initiative (Quebec)Funds Quebec SMEs and non-profits to enter defence supply chains with $200K–$2M for production, certification, or export projects.Who can apply: For-profit businesses, non-profits, Indigenous organizations, public bodies and industry associations. Growing and established businessesLoanQuebecCanada Economic Development for Quebec Regions (CED)Up to 75% of costsOpen until Mar 31, 2028
  210. SOFII: Southern Ontario Fund for Investment in InnovationRepayable $150K–$500K loans for southern Ontario SMEs via Community Futures; no intake windows, continuous delivery, built for late-stage commercialization.Who can apply: For-profit businesses. Growing businessesLoanSouthern OntarioCommunity Futures Eastern Ontario / Community Futures Western Ontario (FedDev Ontario-funded)$150,000 to $500,000Year-round
  211. CanNor: Northern Isolated Community Initiatives (NICI) FundFood and agriculture businesses in Yukon, NWT and Nunavut can take a project to a CanNor regional office under one of three northern food-system streams.Who can apply: For-profit businesses, non-profits, Indigenous organizations, colleges and universities, public bodies and industry associationsGrantThe three territoriesCanadian Northern Economic Development Agency (CanNor), with CED and ACOANot publishedYear-round
  212. Build Communities Strong Fund: Local Impact Stream (CanNor delivery)CanNor funds building or improving community infrastructure in Nunavut, the Northwest Territories and Yukon, normally up to $1 million a project. A business can only reach it by partnering: for-profits are considered only when an eligible recipient supports the project and the community benefit is broad.GrantThe three territoriesCanadian Northern Economic Development Agency (CanNor)Up to $1MYear-round
  213. RAII Prairie Provinces: Non-Profit Non-Repayable Stream$250K-$5M non-repayable funding for non-profits delivering AI literacy, SME AI adoption, or workforce training in Alberta, Saskatchewan, and Manitoba.Who can apply: Non-profits, Indigenous organizations, colleges and universities, public bodies and industry associations. Established businessesGrant3 provincesPrairiesCan (Prairies Economic Development Canada)$250K–$5MOpen until Dec 31, 2028
  214. PrairiesCan Community Economic Development and Diversification (CEDD)Contributions of $75K-$1.5M for community economic diversification; non-repayable for community projects, typically repayable where the project is commercial in nature, adaptation to shocks, and underrepresented programs in AB/SK/MB.Who can apply: Non-profits, co-operatives, Indigenous organizations, colleges and universities, public bodies and industry associationsGrant3 provincesPrairies Economic Development Canada$75K–$1.5MYear-round
  215. REGI: Regional Innovation Ecosystems (PrairiesCan)Non-repayable PrairiesCan funding covering up to 50% of costs for Alberta, Saskatchewan, and Manitoba not-for-profits that build regional innovation ecosystems.Who can apply: Non-profits and public bodies. Startups and growing businessesGrant3 provincesPrairies Economic Development Canada (PrairiesCan)Up to 50% of costsYear-round
  216. CanNor NIEOP: Entrepreneurship and Business DevelopmentGrants from $5K to $250K for Indigenous entrepreneurs in Nunavut, NWT, and Yukon; business plans, marketing, and ventures. Most SDP-delivered awards (Yukon, NWT, Qikiqtani) are capped at $99,999.Who can apply: For-profit businesses, individuals and Indigenous organizationsGrantThe three territoriesCanadian Northern Economic Development Agency (CanNor)Up to 90% rateYear-round
  217. Offshore Wind Indigenous and Coastal Communities Grant: Round 2, Natural Resources Canada (NRCan)NRCan pays up to $10,000 a fiscal year, for up to two years, so Indigenous and coastal organizations in Nova Scotia and Newfoundland and Labrador can hire the help they need to engage with offshore wind developers and regulators. It covers 100% of project costs, so nothing has to be matched.GrantNova Scotia and Newfoundland and LabradorNatural Resources Canada (NRCan)Up to $10K per yearCloses Oct 30today
  218. PrairiesCan - Entrepreneurs with Disabilities ProgramLoans from $5K to $150K for Western Canadian entrepreneurs with disabilities or health conditions; includes mentoring and training.Who can apply: Startups and growing businessesLoan3 provincesPrairies Economic Development Canada (PrairiesCan)Up to $150K (loan)Year-round
  219. PrairiesCan (Prairies Economic Development Canada) Funding$200,000-$5,000,000 interest-free repayable funding for businesses with staffed operating facilities in AB, SK, MB; requires 2+ years in business in Canada, 50% co-funding, and a project in one of seven priority areas.Who can apply: Startups and growing businessesLoan3 provincesPrairies Economic Development CanadaUp to $5M (varies)Year-round
  220. PrairiesCan Business Scale-up and Productivity (BSP)Interest-free repayable contributions of $200K-$5M for fast-scaling Prairies businesses; covers up to 50% of project costs.Who can apply: For-profit businesses. Growing businessesLoan3 provincesPrairies Economic Development Canada$200K–$5MYear-round
  221. Regional Artificial Intelligence Initiative (RAII)$250K-$5M interest-free repayable contribution for AI commercialization in AB/SK/MB (PrairiesCan) in tech, agriculture, manufacturing, or healthcare; 50%/90% cost coverage.Who can apply: For-profit businesses. Growing businessesLoan3 provincesPrairiesCan$250K–$5MOpen until Dec 31, 2029
  222. Business Development Program (BDP) - ACOAInterest-free, repayable contributions for Atlantic Canada SMEs; marketing, R&D, or capital projects.Who can apply: For-profit businesses and non-profits. Growing and established businessesForgivable loan4 provincesAtlantic Canada Opportunities Agency (ACOA)Year-round
  223. Atlantic Trade and Investment Growth Strategy (ATIGS)Subsidized export development services: $15K value for $250 fee (88% subsidy) or $30K value for $2,500 fee (88% subsidy) in Atlantic Canada.Who can apply: For-profit businesses. Growing businessesSupport program4 provincesAtlantic Canada Opportunities Agency (ACOA)Up to $15KYear-round
  224. CBDC First-Time Entrepreneur Loan (Rural Atlantic Canada)CBDC loans up to $150,000 specifically for first-time entrepreneurs in rural NB, NS, PEI, and NL; starting or buying a business with no prior ownership expe…Who can apply: For-profit businesses and individuals. Startups and early-stageLoan4 provincesAtlantic Community Business Development Corporations (CBDC Network) / ACOAUp to $150,000Year-round
  225. CBDC General Business Loan (Rural Atlantic Canada)CBDC provides loans of $5,000–$150,000 to rural Atlantic Canada businesses (NB, NS, PEI, NL) that can't access conventional bank financing, with flexible ter…Who can apply: For-profit businesses and individuals. Startups and growing businessesLoan4 provincesAtlantic Community Business Development Corporations (CBDC Network) / ACOA$5,000 to $150,000Year-round
  226. Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency (ACOA) FundingInterest-free repayable contributions for Atlantic Canada business projects; up to 50% of capital costs and up to 75% of business growth activities such as training, marketing and productivity work.Who can apply: Startups and growing businessesLoan4 provincesAtlantic Canada Opportunities AgencyUp to 75% of costsYear-round
  227. Access Ability Wage Subsidy Program: Arthur L. Irving Entrepreneurship CentrePays an Atlantic Canada employer $9 an hour, for up to 700 hours, toward hiring someone who self-identifies as living with a disability. The subsidy goes to the business through its own payroll, and the centre screens and puts forward candidates. Placements are limited and allocated first come, first served, and the employer pays the rest of the wage.Grant4 provincesSaint Mary's University, Arthur L. Irving Entrepreneurship Centre (Service Canada funded)Up to $6.3KYear-round
  228. REGI Business Scale-up and Productivity (BSP): ACOAInterest-free repayable contributions for Atlantic Canada SMEs to scale, adopt tech, or expand exports; typical $100K-$500K, $1M+ export-driven.Who can apply: For-profit businesses, non-profits, co-operatives, individuals and Indigenous organizations. Growing businessesLoan4 provincesAtlantic Canada Opportunities Agency (ACOA)Typically $100K–$2MYear-round
  229. Atlantic Fisheries FundCost-shared funding for Atlantic Canada fish and seafood projects: innovation, infrastructure, science partnerships and market development. The share is set per project.Who can apply: For-profit businesses, non-profits, individuals, Indigenous organizations and industry associationsGrant4 provincesFisheries and Oceans Canada (DFO) with provincial governmentsSet per projectYear-round
  230. REGI: Regional Innovation Ecosystems (ACOA)Non-repayable ACOA funding, with a cost-share that varies by project, for Atlantic Canadian not-for-profits that build innovation ecosystems; accelerators, incubators, and clusters.Who can apply: Non-profits and Indigenous organizations. Startups and growing businessesGrant4 provincesAtlantic Canada Opportunities Agency (ACOA)Year-round
  231. Atlantic Investment Tax Credit (AITC)10% refundable tax credit on new buildings, machinery, and equipment in Atlantic Canada; fully refundable for CCPCs, partially for others.Tax credit4 provincesCanada Revenue Agency (CRA)10% rateYear-round

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  233. Agricultural Climate Solutions: On-Farm Climate Action Fund (OFCAF) 2025-28Direct payments for farmers adopting nitrogen management, cover cropping, or rotational grazing through regional organizations.Who can apply: For-profit businessesGrantCanada-wideAgriculture and Agri-Food Canada (AAFC)Varies by regionBetween intakes
  234. CanExport SMEsUp to $50,000 to research and enter new international markets; covers travel, marketing, and IP costs.Who can apply: Growing businessesGrantCanada-wideGlobal Affairs CanadaUp to $50K/projectBetween intakes
  235. CanNor IDEANorth (Inclusive Diversification and Economic Advancement in the North)Up to 50% repayable for for-profit SMEs or 80% non-repayable for non-profits/Indigenous groups in Yukon, NWT, Nunavut.Who can apply: For-profit businesses, non-profits, Indigenous organizations, public bodies and industry associationsForgivable loanThe three territoriesCanadian Northern Economic Development Agency (CanNor)$50K–$6M (varies by stream)Between intakes
  236. Canadian Northern Economic Development Agency (CanNor) Funding$50K-$500K typical (up to $6M total) for projects in Yukon, NWT, Nunavut; interest-free for for-profits, non-repayable for non-profits and Indigenous groups.Who can apply: Startups and growing businessesSupport programThe three territoriesCanadian Northern Economic Development AgencyUp to $6MBetween intakes
  237. Enabling Accessibility FundGrants up to $200,000 for small-scale accessibility construction and communication technology projects, and contributions up to $3 million for larger construction projects. Individual calls set narrower bands.Who can apply: For-profit businesses, non-profits and public bodies. Startups and growing businessesGrantCanada-wideEmployment and Social Development CanadaBetween intakes
  238. CanExport Associations$100,000-$250,000 grant for Canadian industry associations to organize trade missions and international trade shows, covering 50% of project costs.Who can apply: Non-profits, co-operatives and industry associations. Established businessesGrantCanada-wideGlobal Affairs CanadaUp to $500K/yrBetween intakes
  239. FACTOR: Company Envelope (Mid-Tier and Top-Tier)Annual operating grants up to $600,000 for established Canadian record labels, music publishers, and artist managers investing in Canadian artist development.Who can apply: Growing and established businessesGrantCanada-wideFACTOR (Foundation Assisting Canadian Talent on Recordings)Mid-Tier: up to $100,000Between intakes
  240. Launch Export Atlantic Incubator Program: Invest Nova Scotia, ACOA, Atlantic provincesA seven month export readiness incubator run by ACOA and the four Atlantic provinces, taking eight small businesses from each province. Participants get 15 virtual training sessions, 10 hours of coaching, a provincial contact and up to $1,000 plus HST for digital marketing assets, for a $250 fee.Who can apply: Growing businessesSupport program4 provincesInvest Nova Scotia, ACOA, and the four Atlantic ProvincesUp to $15KBetween intakes
  241. Black Canadian Communities ProgramNew ESDC program for Black-led, Black-serving and Black-focused organizations, $135.7M over five years; funding details are not out yet.Who can apply: Non-profits and charitiesGrantCanada-wideEmployment and Social Development Canada (ESDC)Opening soon
  242. Digital Adoption Program: Atlantic Canada Aerospace & Defence Association (AC-ADA) with ACOAThe Atlantic Force Multiplier Fund pays a share of the cost of outside expertise, so an aerospace, defence or security SME in Atlantic Canada can automate a process, tighten cybersecurity or improve online sales without carrying the whole consulting bill. The 2026 round closed on July 31 and no further intake has been announced.Who can apply: Growing businessesGrant4 provincesAtlantic Canada Aerospace & Defence Association (AC-ADA) with ACOAUp to $18KBetween intakes
  243. CanNor: Support to Northern Infrastructure Development (SNID)CanNor's $41.7M SNID has no open call: a targeted intake works with northern and Indigenous governments on projects tied to the Arctic Infrastructure Fund.Who can apply: For-profit businesses, non-profits, Indigenous organizations and public bodiesGrantThe three territoriesCanadian Northern Economic Development Agency (CanNor)Not publishedBetween intakes
  244. Youth Employment and Skills ProgramUp to $25K wage subsidy for small employers hiring youth aged 15-30; intermediary organizations get up to $5M/year to administer placements.Who can apply: Non-profits and Indigenous organizations. Startups and growing businessesGrantCanada-wideEmployment and Social Development Canada$25K/youth (via partner)Between intakes
  245. Career Launcher: Clean Tech InternshipsUp to $30,000 covers 80% of a clean tech intern's salary, training and wrap-around services; the employer funds the other 20%.Who can apply: For-profit businesses, non-profits, Indigenous organizations, colleges and universities and public bodiesGrantCanada-wideColleges and Institutes Canada (CICan) / Environment and Climate Change CanadaUp to $30KBetween intakes
  246. NSERC College and Community Social Innovation Fund$120,000/year for 1-3 years (up to $360K total) for collaborative R&D projects between colleges/polytechnics and community organizations.Who can apply: Colleges and universities. Startups and growing businessesSupport programCanada-wideNatural Sciences and Engineering Research Council (NSERC)Up to $120KBetween intakes
  247. Green Industrial Facilities and Manufacturing Program (GIFMP): Industrial Facility TrackUp to 50% cost-share (min $40K, max $5M) for industrial facilities retrofitting boilers, compressed air, refrigeration, and waste heat recovery systems.Who can apply: For-profit businesses, non-profits and Indigenous organizations. Growing and established businessesGrantCanada-wideNatural Resources Canada (NRCan)Between intakes
  248. Creative Export Canada: Export Development StreamUp to $90,000 non-repayable per fiscal year for Canadian creative exporters; trade shows, market research, business missions; all government funding capped at 75% of eligible costs.Who can apply: For-profit businesses and non-profitsGrantCanada-wideDepartment of Canadian HeritageUp to $90KBetween intakes
  249. Destination Canada: Tourism Sprint ProgramCost-shared funding covering 50% of eligible expenses to a maximum of $25,000 for tourism investment-readiness work; business cases, demand studies and site assessments.Who can apply: For-profit businesses, non-profits, Indigenous organizations and public bodies. Growing and established businessesGrantCanada-wideDestination CanadaUp to $25K (50%)Between intakes
  250. Sport Canada ProgramsFunding from $25K to $5M for not-for-profit sport organizations to develop programs and high-performance sport.Who can apply: Non-profits. Startups and growing businessesSupport programCanada-wideSport CanadaUp to $5MBetween intakes
  251. CSA smartEarth ProgramNon-repayable grants of $50K-$250K for Canadian organizations developing Earth observation satellite data applications across commercial and government.Who can apply: For-profit businesses, non-profits, colleges and universities and public bodiesGrantCanada-wideCanadian Space Agency (CSA)Up to $250K/projectBetween intakes
  252. Canada Music Fund: Individual Initiatives (Company Programs)$25,000–$150,000 for established music companies (labels, publishers, managers) to fund recording, marketing, touring, and business development.Who can apply: For-profit businesses. Growing and established businessesGrantCanada-wideFACTOR / Musicaction (Canadian Heritage)Up to $600K/companyBetween intakes
  253. Atlantic Force Multiplier Fund (AFMF): Digital Adoption stream, AC-ADA with ACOAThe Atlantic Force Multiplier Fund pays 65% of the cost of bringing in an approved consultant, so an aerospace, defence or security SME in Atlantic Canada can get certified, adopt new technology, build its HR foundation or start on ESG without carrying the full bill. Applicants must be ACADA Category 1 members, incorporated in Atlantic Canada, with fewer than 500 employees.Who can apply: Growing businessesGrant4 provincesAtlantic Canada Aerospace & Defence Association (AC-ADA) with ACOA$15K–$25KBetween intakes
  254. Creative Export Canada$100K–$600K for creative industry projects to enter international markets, covering content development and marketing costs.Who can apply: For-profit businesses and non-profits. Growing businessesGrantCanada-wideCanadian Heritage (Creative Export Canada)Up to $2.5MBetween intakes
  255. Indigenous Women Entrepreneurship Fund (IWEF)$2,500 non-repayable grant plus 1-year CCIB TIB membership for Indigenous women entrepreneurs starting or growing businesses.Who can apply: Startups and growing businessesGrantCanada-wideCanadian Council for Indigenous Business (CCIB)Up to $2.5KBetween intakes
  256. PacifiCan Entrepreneurs with Disabilities ProgramBusiness advising, coaching and short-term business development training for British Columbia entrepreneurs with a disability, plus help accessing capital.Who can apply: IndividualsSupport programBritish ColumbiaPacific Economic Development Canada (PacifiCan)Advising + trainingBetween intakes
  257. Social Development Partnerships ProgramESDC grants and contributions for social not-for-profits, across children and families and disability components, awarded via periodic calls for proposals.Who can apply: Non-profitsGrantCanada-wideEmployment and Social Development CanadaBetween intakes
  258. Creative Export Canada: Export-Ready StreamNon-repayable funding up to $2.5M for Canadian creative industry exporters to market content internationally; covers trade missions, campaigns, and licensing.Who can apply: For-profit businesses and non-profits. Growing and established businessesGrantCanada-wideDepartment of Canadian HeritageUp to $2.5M per applicationBetween intakes
  259. Telefilm Canada: Talent to Watch ProgramNon-repayable funding for emerging filmmakers' first feature film, covering up to 100% of project costs at $150K–$250K per project.Who can apply: Startups and growing businessesGrantCanada-wideTelefilm CanadaUp to $250KBetween intakes
  260. Building Communities Through Arts and Heritage: Legacy FundCovers up to 50% of capital costs (max $500K) for non-profits and Indigenous bodies restoring heritage buildings or marking significant community anniversaries.Who can apply: Non-profits, Indigenous organizations and public bodies. Growing and established businessesGrantCanada-wideDepartment of Canadian HeritageUp to $500,000Between intakes
  261. Global Forest Leadership Program$100,000–$1.5M for industry consortia to expand Canadian wood product exports through NRCan's Market and Product Diversification stream.Who can apply: For-profit businesses and industry associations. Growing businessesGrantCanada-wideNatural Resources Canada$98.9K–$1.5MBetween intakes
  262. CanExport Community InvestmentsGrants of $50K–$500K for community non-profits to attract foreign direct investment through investor outreach, delegations, and promotion materials.Who can apply: Non-profits. Established businessesGrantCanada-wideGlobal Affairs CanadaUp to $500KBetween intakes
  263. NGen SME Feasibility StudiesGrants covering 50% of costs (up to $100K) for manufacturing SMEs to de-risk advanced strategies; requires one SME plus one partner, free NGen membership.Who can apply: For-profit businesses and non-profitsGrantCanada-wideNext Generation Manufacturing Canada (NGen)$50K–$200KBetween intakes
  264. Advancing International Clean Technology Demonstrations (AICTD) InitiativeFederal initiative giving Canadian cleantech SMEs places on targeted Indo-Pacific trade missions, plus a route to NRC IRAP pilot and demonstration funding.Who can apply: Growing businessesSupport programCanada-wideTrade Commissioner Service (TCS), National Research Council Canada Industrial Research Assistance Program (NRC IRAP), and Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada (ISED)Between intakes
  265. NRC Drone Innovation HubThe NRC Drone Innovation Hub gives Canadian businesses access to advanced national facilities, equipment and expertise for drone, counter-drone and autonomous flight technology. No per-project funding amount has been published.Who can apply: For-profit businesses, colleges and universities and public bodiesSupport programCanada-wideNational Research Council Canada (NRC)Opening soon
  266. Digital Technology Supercluster$500K-$3M co-investment for SME digital tech projects in health, manufacturing, or natural resources.Who can apply: Startups and growing businessesSupport programBritish ColumbiaDigital Technology SuperclusterUp to $5MBetween intakes
  267. Strategic Response Fund: Food Processing, Supply Chain and Manufacturing Call, Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada (ISED)ISED contributes $10 million to $50 million per project to build new Canadian food processing, packaging, manufacturing and agricultural-input capacity, modernize existing capacity, or strengthen the infrastructure behind it. You start with a short expression of interest and are invited to a full application only if the project fits.GrantCanada-wideInnovation, Science and Economic Development Canada (ISED)$10M–$50MBetween intakes
  268. Museums Assistance Program: Access to HeritageFunds non-profit museums to develop and circulate travelling exhibitions across Canada, covering up to 50% of eligible costs to $200,000 per project.Who can apply: Non-profits and Indigenous organizations. Growing and established businessesGrantCanada-wideDepartment of Canadian HeritageUp to $200,000Between intakes
  269. FCC AgriSpirit Fund$10,000–$25,000 non-repayable grants for rural community capital projects like greenhouses, food security, and climate adaptation.Who can apply: Non-profits, charities, Indigenous organizations and public bodiesGrantCanada-wideFarm Credit Canada$10K–$25KBetween intakes
  270. TechAlliance i.d.e.a. Fund: TechAlliance of Southwestern OntarioSix southern Ontario innovation centres share out non-repayable seed funding of up to $20,000, matched dollar for dollar, to early stage companies committing to a green or circular economy project. Selected businesses also get up to 30 hours of fully funded expert advice and a place on a University of Guelph online certificate.Who can apply: Startups and growing businessesGrantOntarioTechAlliance of Southwestern Ontario (delivered in partnership with Boundless Accelerator, Innovate Niagara, Innovation Factory, Launch Lab, and WEtech Alliance)Up to $20KBetween intakes
  271. NFB Filmmaker Assistance Program (FAP)$5,000-$15,000 cash or in-kind post-production services (no fixed dollar value; NFB covers 90-100% of cost depending on distance from Montreal) for independent Canadian filmmakers at NFB Balmoral studios.Who can apply: IndividualsGrantCanada-wideNational Film Board of CanadaUp to $15KBetween intakes
  272. AI Compute Access Fund (ACAF)Funding for projects with $100,000 to $5 million in compute costs (non-repayable, conditionally repayable or repayable), covering up to two-thirds of Canadian cloud compute and half of non-Canadian compute for AI development by SMEs.Who can apply: For-profit businesses. Startups and growing businessesGrantCanada-wideInnovation, Science and Economic Development Canada (ISED)$100K–$5M per companyBetween intakes
  273. Green Construction Through Wood (GCWood) Program$500K-$3M non-repayable funding for demonstration projects using mass timber in non-residential, tall wood, or multi-unit residential buildings.Who can apply: For-profit businesses, non-profits, Indigenous organizations, public bodies and industry associations. Growing and established businessesGrantCanada-wideNatural Resources CanadaUp to $5MBetween intakes
  274. BBI Business Consultancy Advisory Services GrantUp to $7,500 reimbursement for external consultant fees for Black-owned Atlantic Canadian businesses; annual intake, first-come first-served.Who can apply: Startups and growing businessesGrant4 provincesBlack Business Initiative (BBI)Up to $7,500 (incl. HST)Between intakes
  275. Space Technology Development Program (STDP)$300K-$800K non-repayable funding for pre-commercial space tech R&D projects advancing TRL levels, with Advanced Technologies stream as most common.Who can apply: For-profit businesses and non-profits. Growing and established businessesGrantCanada-wideCanadian Space AgencyUp to $1M/projectBetween intakes
  276. Canada Periodical Fund: Aid to Publishers$10,000–$1.5M per periodical based on circulation, frequency, and Canadian editorial content for for-profit Canadian-owned magazines and non-daily newspapers.Who can apply: Growing businessesGrantCanada-wideCanadian HeritageUp to $1.5M per periodicalBetween intakes
  277. Canada Book Fund: Publishing SupportFormula-based funding for Canadian-owned publishers to produce and market Canadian-authored books, with $70K export supplement.Who can apply: Growing businessesGrantCanada-wideCanadian HeritageUp to $850K/yrBetween intakes
  278. Eurogia2030: Call 31, NRC IRAPA Canadian SME working on low carbon energy technology can join an international Eurogia2030 consortium and have up to half its eligible project costs funded by NRC IRAP. You need at least one partner company in another Eureka country, and the proposal closes 29 October 2026.Who can apply: Growing businessesGrantCanada-wideNational Research Council of Canada (NRC IRAP)Between intakes
  279. NSERC Idea to Innovation (I2I) GrantsNSERC funds researchers to transfer academic technology to market; Phase I up to $125K, Phase IIb up to $350K with a Canadian company co-investing 50%.Who can apply: Colleges and universities. Growing businessesGrantCanada-wideNatural Sciences and Engineering Research Council of Canada (NSERC)Phase I up to $125,000Between intakes
  280. CIHR Partnering for Impact: Catalyst GrantUp to $150K for feasibility studies in health partnerships with non-academic co-funders; partner contribution must equal or exceed funding.Who can apply: Colleges and universities. Growing and established businessesGrantCanada-wideCanadian Institutes of Health Research (CIHR)Up to $150KBetween intakes
  281. NRC Quantum for Defence ProgramFunds collaborative quantum R&D projects for defence applications. The program has not launched and NRC has not published a per-project amount or an intake date.Who can apply: For-profit businesses, colleges and universities and industry associations. Growing and established businessesGrantCanada-wideNational Research Council of Canada (NRC)Not yet announcedOpening soon
  282. New Horizons for Seniors ProgramGrants up to $50,000 for community projects improving seniors' social participation, inclusion, and quality of life.Who can apply: Non-profits, Indigenous organizations, colleges and universities, public bodies and industry associations. Startups and growing businessesGrantCanada-wideEmployment and Social Development CanadaUp to $50K (community stream)Between intakes
  283. Innovation for Defence Excellence and Security (IDEaS)$200K-$1.5M for competitive defence R&D projects in technology, engineering, or manufacturing; most first-time applicants target Component 1a.Who can apply: For-profit businesses, non-profits, individuals, colleges and universities and public bodies. Startups and growing businessesGrantCanada-wideDepartment of National DefenceUp to $6.75MBetween intakes
  284. Canada Media Fund: Innovation & Experimentation (IDM)$500K-$1.2M grant for innovative interactive digital projects including video games, XR, and digital storytelling; $200K-$500K lower budget stream available.Who can apply: For-profit businesses and non-profits. Growing and established businessesGrantCanada-wideCanada Media Fund (CMF)Up to $1.5MBetween intakes
  285. Canada Media Fund: POV Program$50K-$400K grant for independent Canadian auteur documentaries, covering 49% of eligible costs with no broadcaster requirement.Who can apply: Established businessesGrantCanada-wideCanada Media Fund (CMF)Up to $400KBetween intakes
  286. Canada Foundation for Innovation (CFI): Innovation Fund$1M-$10M for institutions, up to $25M for flagship projects; co-funding required for research infrastructure at Canadian universities and hospitals.Who can apply: Non-profits and colleges and universities. Growing businessesGrantCanada-wideCanada Foundation for InnovationBetween intakes
  287. NGen Advanced Manufacturing Technology Projects (Ongoing Program)NGen co-invests 40% of project costs ($600K–$3.2M per project) in collaborative manufacturing R&D consortia of 2+ Canadian partners including one SME.Who can apply: For-profit businesses, non-profits and Indigenous organizations. Growing and established businessesGrantCanada-wideNext Generation Manufacturing Canada (NGen)Between intakes
  288. Wine Sector Support ProgramAnnual per-litre non-repayable grant for licensed Canadian wineries; AAFC divides total allocation by eligible industry volume. The 2025-26 intake closed June 5, 2026; no 2026-27 intake announced.Who can apply: For-profit businesses, non-profits, co-operatives, individuals and colleges and universities. Established businessesGrantCanada-wideAgriculture and Agri-Food Canada (AAFC)Between intakes
  289. CanExport Innovation$25,000-$37,500 grant for international R&D collaboration travel, legal, and certification costs to secure foreign partnerships for tech commercialization.Who can apply: For-profit businesses and colleges and universities. Startups and growing businessesGrantCanada-wideGlobal Affairs CanadaUp to $37.5K/projectBetween intakes
  290. Canada Media Fund: Indigenous Program (administered by the Indigenous Screen Office)$10K–$500K grants for Indigenous-led film, TV, and interactive projects; development, production, and sector development.Who can apply: Individuals, Indigenous organizations and industry associationsGrantCanada-wideIndigenous Screen Office (ISO) administering Canada Media Fund Indigenous Program budgetUp to several hundred thousandBetween intakes
  291. HARVEST Accelerator (Genome Canada: Agriculture & Cleantech)$350K-$750K matching grant for Canadian agri-tech startups commercializing genomics, biotech, or engineering biology in agriculture and food.Who can apply: For-profit businessesGrantCanada-wideOntario Genomics / Genome Alberta / Genome Prairie$350K–$750KBetween intakes
  292. Bioenterprise Sustainable Growth and Adoption Program (SGAP)$40K–$100K non-repayable matching grant for southern Ontario food/agri-tech businesses adopting clean tech, requiring 60% cash match and $200K+ revenue.Who can apply: For-profit businesses and non-profits. Growing and established businessesGrantSouthern OntarioBioenterprise Canada$40K–$150KBetween intakes
  293. Youth Employment and Skills Program: Agriculture and Agri-Food CanadaCovers half an agri-food employer's cost of hiring a youth aged 15 to 30, up to $14,000; up to 80% for Indigenous employers.Who can apply: For-profit businesses, non-profits, charities, co-operatives, individuals, Indigenous organizations, colleges and universities, public bodies and industry associationsGrantCanada-wideAgriculture and Agri-Food CanadaUp to $14K per youth hireBetween intakes
  294. Innovation Partnership Program (IPP)Global Affairs Canada covers up to 50% of travel and conference costs for Canadian SMEs selected to join R&D partnering delegations abroad.Who can apply: For-profit businessesGrantCanada-wideGlobal Affairs Canada, Trade Commissioner ServiceUp to 50% of mission costsBetween intakes
  295. Indigenous Intellectual Property Program (IIPP) GrantNon-repayable federal grants up to $50,000 for Indigenous organizations protecting intellectual property, Indigenous knowledge and cultural expressions.Who can apply: For-profit businesses, non-profits, charities, Indigenous organizations and public bodiesGrantCanada-wideInnovation, Science and Economic Development CanadaUp to $50K by streamBetween intakes
  296. Clean Agri-Tech Accelerator (CATA) ProgramNon-repayable matching contributions of $100,000-$200,000 for Canadian agri-food SMEs advancing pre-market clean technology from TRL 6-8 toward TRL 7-9.Who can apply: For-profit businesses and non-profits. Growing businessesGrantCanada-wideBioenterprise Canada (delivered under AAFC Agricultural Clean Technology Program Research and Innovation Stream, Accelerator)$100K to $200K matchingBetween intakes
  297. Announcement of Opportunity for Human Analogue Studies 2026Up to $300,000 over three years for Canadian institutions running human analogue studies already selected by an international space agency competition.Who can apply: Non-profits and colleges and universitiesGrantCanada-wideCanadian Space AgencyUp to $300KBetween intakes
  298. SREPs Indigenous-Led Clean Energy StreamUp to $25M for Indigenous-led clean energy projects including wind, solar, hydro, and storage; covers 75% of costs with >50% Indigenous ownership required.Who can apply: Indigenous organizations. Growing businessesGrantCanada-wideNatural Resources CanadaUp to $25M/projectBetween intakes
  299. Protein Industries Canada: Technology Leadership (Fermentation Stream)Up to $10M co-funding for 3+ company consortia developing fermentation-based plant proteins, scaling alternative proteins, or novel plant-based products.Who can apply: For-profit businesses. Growing and established businessesGrantCanada-wideProtein Industries Canada (Global Innovation Cluster)45% rateBetween intakes
  300. National Genomic Applications Partnership Program (N-GAPP)Up to $2M co-funding for public-private genomics R&D partnerships addressing market needs, requiring industry partners and total project costs of $1.5M–$4.5M.Who can apply: For-profit businesses and colleges and universities. Growing and established businessesGrantCanada-wideGenome Canada$300K–$2MBetween intakes
  301. CSA STDP AO 10.2: Space R&D: Small Businesses Stream (2026)Annual CSA grant up to $350K (extendable to $700K) for Canadian small businesses with 50 or fewer employees advancing space technology to TRL 6.Who can apply: For-profit businesses and non-profits. Startups and growing businessesGrantCanada-wideCanadian Space Agency (CSA)Up to $350,000Between intakes
  302. NSERC Alliance Quantum Grants: SME Partner Stream$100K–$650K annual grant for SME-university quantum R&D partnerships aligned with National Quantum Strategy mission areas.Who can apply: Colleges and universitiesGrantCanada-wideNatural Sciences and Engineering Research Council of Canada (NSERC)$100K–$650KBetween intakes
  303. Investments in Forest Industry Transformation (IFIT)$3M-$10M grant for forest sector capital projects in bioenergy, biomaterials, or cleantech; typical contribution 35% of total project cost.Who can apply: For-profit businesses. Established businessesGrantCanada-wideNatural Resources CanadaUp to $10MBetween intakes
  304. NRC e-Auto Challenge Program: Industry Partner CallNRC pairs Canadian SMEs with NRC researchers to co-develop zero-emission vehicle technologies (TRL 3–8), funding up to $400,000 per project.Who can apply: For-profit businesses. Growing businessesGrantCanada-wideNational Research Council Canada (NRC)Up to $400,000Between intakes
  305. NGen AI for Manufacturing (AI4M) Challenge$600K-$3.2M co-investment for AI/ML manufacturing projects requiring industry consortia with a manufacturer, AI firm, and SME.Who can apply: For-profit businesses. Growing and established businessesGrantCanada-wideNext Generation Manufacturing Canada (NGen)Up to $3.2M (40% of costs)Between intakes
  306. AgriScience Program: Clusters ComponentNational NPO-led agri-science clusters of $5M–$15M over 5 years under Sustainable CAP; industry-academia-government partnerships; currently between intakes.Who can apply: Non-profits, co-operatives and Indigenous organizations. Growing and established businessesGrantCanada-wideAgriculture and Agri-Food Canada (AAFC)$5,000,000 to $15,000,000Between intakes

What’s in this directory

This directory lists 303 live business funding programs run by the Government of Canada and its agencies: 172 grants, 10 tax credits, 63 loans, 7 forgivable loans and 51 support programs. 229 accept applications today, and 160 of those have no deadline at all.

By type of funding

  • Grant172
  • Tax credit10
  • Loan63
  • Forgivable loan7
  • Support program51

Closing in the next 14 days 8

Updated October 30, 2026. Every program is checked against its funder’s own pages; statuses and dates change, so confirm with the funder before you apply.

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