Prince Edward Island business funding directory
45 provincial, regional and local funding programs open to Prince Edward Island businesses, plus 301 available Canada-wide. 39 of the 45 are open today. Updated October 30, 2026.
Updated Oct 30, 2026
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Funding for a business in Prince Edward Island
346programs are listed for a business in Prince Edward Island: 45 from Prince Edward Island and 301 Canada-wide.
- 25Anywhere in P.E.I.
- 20Shared with other provinces or territories
- 301Canada-wide
346programs listed for Prince Edward Island
45 Prince Edward Island programs 346 programs
Open now in Prince Edward Island
39Across Prince Edward Island or its region- SkillsPEI: Workplace Skills TrainingCovers up to 50% of training costs for PEI private sector; $5K-$15K per trainee, max $10K per employed or $15K per unemployed trainee.Who can apply: For-profit businessesUp to $15KYear-round
- Innovation PEI: Ignition FundUp to $25,000 for PEI founders to validate ideas, build prototypes, and launch new ventures in technology or R&D.Who can apply: Startups and early-stageUp to $25KOpen now
- Prince Edward Island: Tourism PEI Hosting GrantCovers $10 per registered delegate, to a maximum of $5,000, toward the reception or banquet at a non-profit's off-season PEI conference or sporting event.Who can apply: Non-profits$10/delegate, up to $5KOpen now
- Employ PEI (Wage Subsidy)$1,000-$5,000 per hire for PEI businesses hiring unemployed workers (2+ years out of high school) with 50% wage coverage for 20 weeks.Up to $12.50/hrYear-round
- PEI Tariff Impact Relief FundUp to 50% of project costs (max $50,000) for PEI businesses hit by U.S. tariffs or counter-tariffs, open until March 2027 while funds last.Who can apply: For-profit businesses. Growing and established businessesUp to $50K (50%)Open now
- Small Business Assistance ProgramPEI covers half the cost of the outside expertise a small business buys, business plans, market research, HR and efficiency work, or a first website, up to a $2,500 grant. Businesses in their first year can add $2,500 more for marketing and promotion.$2.5K–$5KOpen now
- Prince Edward Island: Festivals and Events FundTourism PEI funds non-profit community festivals on a published ladder; $1,000 to $2,500, set by how many visitors the event expects to draw.Who can apply: Non-profits$1K–$2.5K by attendanceYear-round
- Finance PEI Micro-Loan ProgramFinance PEI loans up to $15,000 over up to 5 years at TD Prime + 4.5% for new and expanding Island businesses.Who can apply: For-profit businesses. Startups and growing businessesLoan up to $15KYear-round
- PEI Equity Investors IncentiveNon-repayable 20% rebate (max $200K) paid to investors who take equity stakes in qualifying PEI-based companies in strategic export sectors.Who can apply: For-profit businesses. Startups and growing businessesYear-round
- Finance PEI Tariff Working Capital Assistance ProgramFinance PEI working capital loans up to $500K at 4% fixed, interest-only for 24 months, for PEI exporters hit by U.S. tariffs.Who can apply: Growing and established businessesUp to $500K at 4%Closes Mar 31, 2027152 days
- Innovation PEI Capital Acquisition AssistanceUp to 25% (max $25,000) toward equipment, renovations or leasehold improvements for PEI export businesses in strategic sectors.Who can apply: For-profit businesses. Startups and growing businessesUp to $25K (25%)Year-round
- Innovation PEI Strategic Improvement AssistanceUp to 40% (max $20,000) of outside expertise for PEI export businesses improving efficiency, processes, quality or IP strategy.Who can apply: For-profit businessesUp to $20K (40%)Year-round
- Innovation PEI Marketing AssistanceUp to 40% of export marketing costs (max $32,000 a year) for PEI businesses in strategic sectors selling mainly outside the province.Who can apply: For-profit businessesUp to $32K (40%)Open now
- Web Presence AssistancePEI pays half the cost of building your first website, or of adding e-commerce to a site that does not have it, up to $1,000 for a basic site and $2,500 with online sales. The money is a non-repayable contribution and covers the domain name and hosting as well as the build.Who can apply: Established businesses$1K–$2.5KYear-round
- PEI Export Trade AssistanceUp to 60% of trade mission costs or 75% (max $3,000) for incoming buyer visits for active PEI exporters and export-ready businesses. Apply before booking.Who can apply: Growing businessesCloses Mar 31, 2027152 days
- Prince Edward Island: Seasonal Extension Tourism Product Development FundNon-repayable funding up to $7,500 for PEI tourism operators creating new fall, winter or spring offerings, applied for through your RTA or DMO.Who can apply: For-profit businesses and non-profitsOpen now
- Prince Edward Island Film Production FundRebates 32% of eligible Prince Edward Island production costs, rising to 35% with PEI-producer and series bonuses, with no administration fee and no stated project cap.32-35% rebateOpen now
- PEI Small Business Investment GrantNon-repayable grant covering 15% of eligible capital costs (max $3,750) for PEI small businesses upgrading equipment, tech, or leasehold improvements.Who can apply: For-profit businesses. Growing and established businessesUp to $3.75KCloses Mar 31, 2027152 days
- PEI Food Product Development AssistanceCovers 50% of professional and technical costs to develop or improve a food product or process, up to $50,000 per PEI business per twelve months.Up to $50K (50%)Year-round
- PEI Rental Incentive AssistanceUp to $6/sq ft rental subsidy (max $60K/year) for PEI export-oriented businesses in strategic sectors leasing additional commercial or industrial space to ex…Who can apply: Startups and growing businessesUp to $6.00/sq ftYear-round
- PEI Labour Rebate (PLR)Up to 25% rebate on eligible salaries for new full-time positions ($35K+ wage floor) at PEI export-oriented companies in bioscience, ICT, manufacturing, and…Who can apply: Growing businessesUp to 25% of new-hire wagesYear-round
- PEI Innovation FundNon-repayable grant covers up to 50% of eligible costs for PEI companies refining or commercializing bioscience, ICT, clean tech, or export products.Who can apply: For-profit businesses. Growing and established businessesUp to $50KYear-round
- Prince Edward Island: Tourism Innovation FundProvincial funding for PEI non-profits to research, develop and launch new cultural tourism products; not for ongoing marketing, staffing or operations.Who can apply: Non-profitsVariesYear-round
- Market Entry Development Program (MEDP)Up to $26,000 in subsidized export consulting for Atlantic Canadian businesses at $2,500; expert market entry strategy for Europe and Indo-Pacific.Who can apply: Growing and established businesses$13,000Year-round
- 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 businessesYear-round
- Zensurance Small Business Grant$10,000Closes Dec 1849 days
- 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 businessesUp to $15KYear-round
- 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-stageUp to $150,000Year-round
- Canada's Total Mom PitchOne mom-identifying woman founder wins a $50,000 package: $10,000 in cash and $40,000 in curated business services, consulting and strategic support. The Top 100 semi-finalists receive webinars and a national media campaign but no money.$10K–$50KOpen now
- 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 businesses$5,000 to $150,000Year-round
- 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 businessesUp to 75% of costsYear-round
- Propel e-Accelerator (Atlantic Canada)No-cost acceleration program for Atlantic Canada tech startups (Vision and Traction tracks), plus a separate $25K Gerry Pond Award for one annual winner.Who can apply: Startups and growing businessesNo-cost programYear-round
- Volta AI Residency & AI Productivity LabYear-round residency for Atlantic Canadian AI startups giving Halifax cowork space, peer groups and coaching; Volta provides no funding to founders.Who can apply: Startups and growing businessesNo funding (space + coaching)Year-round
- 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.Up to $6.3KYear-round
- 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 businessesTypically $100K–$2MYear-round
- 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 associationsSet per projectYear-round
- 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 businessesYear-round
- Ulnooweg Indigenous Business Loans (Micro, Women & Youth, General Lending)Developmental business loans for First Nations, Métis and Inuit entrepreneurs across Atlantic Canada; micro ($5K), women/youth ($25K), and general lending to $750K–$1.5M.Who can apply: Startups and growing businessesUp to $750K (individuals)Year-round
- 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.10% rateYear-round
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208Most viewed first- 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 businessesUp to $250KYear-round
- 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 businesses$75K-$1M typical (up to $10M)Year-round
- Futurpreneur Canada Startup ProgramLoans from $5,000 to $75,000 for first-time entrepreneurs aged 18–39, including mandatory mentorship and access to Futurpreneur's national community.Who can apply: Startups and early-stageUp to $75KYear-round
- 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 businessesUp to $1.15MYear-round
- Amber Grant for Women$10,000 monthly grant for women-owned businesses, plus a $50,000 year-end grant (3 selected in December, announced in January); no business plan required.Who can apply: Startups and growing businesses$10K monthly · $50K year-endOpen now
- 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 businessesUp to $3MYear-round
- Black Opportunity Fund: Black Entrepreneur ProgramWho can apply: Startups and growing businessesUp to $2,000 per calendar yearYear-round
- 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 businessesUp to $250KYear-round
- 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 businessesUp to $5KYear-round
- ScotiaRISE Community Investment Grants$25K-$1.5M for CRA-registered charities and non-profits working on ScotiaRISE's four pillars; Education, Employment, Community Needs & Cohesion, and Resilient Economy.Who can apply: Non-profits and charities$25K–$1.5MYear-round
- 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 businessesUp to $1MOpen now
- 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 businesses50% to 100% of minimum wageCloses Dec 334 days
- 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 businesses$15K per unit; $20K postdocYear-round
- 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 businessesUp to $75KYear-round
- 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 businesses$250,000 to $35MYear-round
- 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 businesses$15,000Year-round
- 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 businessesUp to $350KYear-round
- 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 businessesUp to $50KYear-round
- 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 businesses$15K–$2MYear-round
- Startup Global Pitch CompetitionRegional pitch competitions across Canada with $1,000 to $30,000 prizes for winners advancing to national finals.Who can apply: Startups and growing businessesUp to $30KOpen now
- Futurpreneur Side Hustle ProgramLoans from $5,000 to $20,000 for young entrepreneurs starting a business while keeping a full-time income outside it. Includes mentorship.Who can apply: Startups and early-stageUp to $25KYear-round
- 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 businessesUp to $50,000Year-round
- 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 businesses$1M–$15MYear-round
- 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 associationsUp to $100K/eventCloses Nov 1213 days
- 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 businesses$5K–$15MOpen now
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6Between intakes or announced but not yet open- 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 businessesUp to $15KBetween intakes
- 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 businessesUp to $18KBetween intakes
- Prince Edward Island: Beach Infrastructure ProgramGrants of up to $5,000 for PEI municipalities, watershed groups and not-for-profits to upgrade public beach washrooms, parking, boardwalks and signage.Who can apply: Non-profits, public bodies and industry associationsUp to $5K per organizationBetween intakes
- 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 businesses$15K–$25KBetween intakes
- PEIBWA Micro-GrantsFive non-repayable $1,000 grants for PEI women entrepreneurs who are PEIBWA members, funded by the Prince Edward Island Interministerial Women's Secretariat. It covers the small unglamorous costs that stall a young business, registration fees, a website, photography, marketing and equipment, and you do not need an operating company to apply.Up to $1KBetween intakes
- 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 businessesUp to $7,500 (incl. HST)Between intakes
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What’s in this directory
This directory lists 346 live business funding programs open to businesses in Prince Edward Island: 189 grants, 10 tax credits, 58 loans, 4 forgivable loans, 21 awards and 64 support programs. 45 are provincial, regional or local programs; the other 301 are open to applicants Canada-wide. 247 accept applications today, and 164 of those have no deadline at all.
Closing in the next 14 days 6
- 31OctAccess to Business Opportunities (Indigenous Entrepreneurship)Canada-wide, 1 day left
- 31OctMICA Diamond/Core Drill Rod and Inner Tube Handling ChallengeCanada-wide, 1 day left
- 9NovWomen Entrepreneurship Strategy (WES) Ecosystem FundCanada-wide, 10 days left
- 10NovProtein Industries Canada: Strengthening the Canadian Supply Chain ProgramCanada-wide, 11 days left
- 10NovCMF IDM Prototyping ProgramCanada-wide, 11 days left
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.
Want advice on where to start rather than the full list? Read the Prince Edward Island grants guide.
This directory is for businesses. Looking for money as a person? See benefits and credits for individuals. Artists and arts groups have their own directory at GrantCompass Arts.