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Aboriginal Business Financing Program - Private Project
Native Commercial Credit Corporation
Funds for First Nations entrepreneurs in Quebec
Aboriginal Business Financing Program — Community project
Native Commercial Credit Corporation
Business funds for First Nations communities in Quebec
Aboriginal Business Loans — General
Ulnooweg
Loans for Indigenous entrepreneurs in Atlantic Canada
AC:Incubate
The Accelerator Centre
Assistance to build an innovative start-up
ACANEA — Entrepreneurship Support Programs
Afro-Canadian Entrepreneurs Association
Support for Black Francophone entrepreneurs
Accelerate Fund
Government of Alberta, Accelerate Fund
Early investment and coaching for Alberta startups
Accelerate Okanagan — Revup Program
Accelerate Okanagan
Mentoring to grow a BC startup
Accelerate Okanagan — Startup Basics
Accelerate Okanagan
Tools to develop an idea for a BC startup
Accelerate Okanagan — Venture Validation Program
Accelerate Okanagan
Resources to take a BC business to market
Accelerated Growth Program
ventureLAB
Support for technology startups
AccelerateIP
Government of British Columbia, New Ventures BC
Get support for your intellectual property
Access to Talent Program
Natural Products Canada
Wage subsidies for natural product or technology companies
ACOA — Business Development Program — Commercial Component
Government of Canada, Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency
Money for start-up and expansion in Atlantic Canada
ACOA — Business Development Program — Support for entrepreneurs
Government of Canada, Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency
Money for start-up and expansion in Atlantic Canada
ACOA — Business Information Services
Government of Canada, Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency
Free advice and expertise for entrepreneurs in New Brunswick
Ag Demonstration of Practices and Technologies (ADOPT) — Producers
Government of Saskatchewan, Ministry of Agriculture
Funding to demonstrate and evaluate new agricultural practices in Sask.
Ag-West Bio — Technology Commercialization Investment Fund
Government of Saskatchewan, Ag-West Bio
Loans or equity for Saskatchewan bioscience and agtech commercialization
Agricultural Clean Technology Program — Research and Innovation
Government of Canada, Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada
Due Mar 31
Money to develop or improve agricultural technology
Agriculture Financial Services Corporation — Lending
Agriculture Financial Services Corporation (AFSC)
Loans for Alberta farmers and other agribusinesses
Agriculture Loan and Loan Guarantees
Government of New Brunswick, Department of Agriculture, Aquaculture and Fisheries
Financing to buy or develop New Brunswick farmland
AgriScience Program — Projects — Not-for-profit
Government of Canada, Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada
Due Mar 31
Funding for pre-commercial agriculture and agri-food science
Aide au cinéma indépendant du Canada (ACIC)
nfb.ca
This is a similar NFB support program to FAP that exists for French-speaking independent directors from across the count...
Alberta Foundation for the Arts - Literary Individual Project Funding
affta.ab.ca
Due Mar 1
Provides up to $18,000 to support the development of individual Alberta artists, arts administrators, or an ensemble of ...
Alberta Indian Investment Corporation
Alberta Indian Investment Corporation
Loans for Alberta First Nations entrepreneurs
Alberta Indian Investment Corporation — Business Services
Alberta Indian Investment Corporation
Support for First Nations businesses
Alberta Indian Investment Corporation — Financial Services
Alberta Indian Investment Corporation
Loans for Alberta First Nations entrepreneurs
Alberta Innovates — Alberta Scaleup and Growth Accelerators Program
Government of Alberta, Alberta Innovates
Accelerator program for entrepreneurs in Alberta
Alberta Innovates — Micro Voucher Program
Government of Alberta, Alberta Innovates
Voucher for SMEs in early-stage tech development in Alberta
Alberta Innovates Micro-Voucher Program
calgarychamber.com
This program provides up to $10,000 to Alberta tech companies to help them design and develop innovative technological s...
Alberta Media Fund — Project Script Development Grant
Government of Alberta, Ministry of Culture
Grant for Alberta film script development
Alberta Self-Employment Program
Government of Alberta, Ministry of Labour and Immigration
Self-employment training for Albertans
Alberta Women Entrepreneurs Programs
Alberta Women Entrepreneurs
Support for Alberta women entrepreneurs
Alberta Women’s Economic Recovery — Capital Growth Initiative Loan
Community Futures Alberta
Support for women entrepreneurs in rural Alberta
Allied Arts Council Young Artist Award
lethbridge.ca
The Allied Arts Council Young Artist Award recognizes emerging Lethbridge-based artists aged 18-35. The award provides $...
Amber Grant for Women
ambergrantsforwomen.com
Due Sep 30
WomensNet awards one Amber Grant of $10,000 each month to women-owned businesses in Canada and the USA. Monthly winners ...
Amplified Voices Development Fund
Government of Nova Scotia, Screen Nova Scotia
Support for underrepresented communities in Nova Scotia film and television
Anges Québec Capital Fund
Anges Québec
Angel investment for innovative Quebec companies
Aquaculture Loan Program
Government of Nova Scotia, Department of Fisheries and Aquaculture
Loan for aquaculture businesses in Nova Scotia
Arts & Culture Microgrant (ACM)
calgary.ca
The Arts & Culture Microgrant empowers local non-profits to celebrate Calgary's diverse cultural landscape and foster vi...
Arts Business Support Fund
Government of the Northwest Territories, Department of Industry, Tourism and Investment
Support to start or grow your arts-related business in the NWT
Arts in communities
Government of New Brunswick, Department of Tourism, Heritage and Culture
Support for new, emerging arts and cultural organizations
Atlantic IP Advantage — IP Strategy Development
Springboard Atlantic Inc.
IP strategy support
AWS Activate Credits
aws.amazon.com
Provides eligible early-stage startups in Canada and globally with up to $200,000 USD in promotional cloud credits, tech...
Axeo
Axeo
Assistance in innovation in the Outaouais and the National Capital Region
Baffin Business Development — Financial Assistance
Baffin Business Development Corporation
Loans for Baffin region businesses
BDC Advisory Services — Business Strategy
Government of Canada, Business Development Bank of Canada
Advice to create your roadmap to success
BDC Capital — Venture Capital
Government of Canada, Business Development Bank of Canada
Venture Capital financing for Canadian entrepreneurs
BDC Financing — BDC’s Accelerator Loan Guarantee
Government of Canada, Business Development Bank of Canada
Help for entrepreneurs to get the financing they need
BDC Financing — Inclusive Entrepreneurship Loan
Government of Canada, Business Development Bank of Canada
Loan to start or grow your business
BDC Financing — Newcomer Entrepreneur Loan
Government of Canada, Business Development Bank of Canada
Loans for immigrant entrepreneurs
BDC Financing — Small Business Loan
Government of Canada, Business Development Bank of Canada
Loan for small business owners
BDC Financing — Start-up
Government of Canada, Business Development Bank of Canada
Loan to grow a business
Becoming an Entrepreneur
École des entrepreneurs du Québec
Introductory course in business
Bioénergies — Analysis
Gouvernement du Québec, Ministère de l'Environnement, de la Lutte contre les changements climatiques, de la Faune et des Parcs
Financing for Quebec companies, institutions and municipalities to convert fossil fuels to bioenergy
BizPaL
Government of Canada, Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada
Permits and licenses for your business
Bourses à la création (Grant program for artists)
calq.gouv.qc.ca
This grant program supports professional artists in Quebec across various disciplines, providing financial assistance fo...
Burnaby Healthy Living Grant Program
bhfoundation.ca
The Burnaby Healthy Living Grant Program awards one-time grants ranging from $500 to $5,000 to individuals and community...
Business and Community Services
Patricia Area Community Endeavours
Business and community support in Patricia, Ontario
Business Coaching & Advisory Services
TechAlliance
Assistance for innovative startups and entrepreneurs
Business in the Streets (BITS) Bucks
fundinghq.com
BITS Bucks provides micro-financing loans and grants up to $5,000 for young entrepreneurs aged 18 to 34 in Toronto. App...
Business Link — Immigrant Services
Government of Alberta, Business Link
Support for immigrant entrepreneurs in Alberta
Business Link — Market Research Services
Government of Alberta, Business Link
Research services for small businesses in Alberta
Business Link — One-on-one advice
Government of Alberta, Business Link
Expert advice to help your Alberta business
Business Navigators — NS
Government of Nova Scotia, Office of Service Efficiency
Help understanding business regulations in Nova Scotia
C/AV and Smart Mobility — Stream 1
Ontario Vehicle Innovation Network (OVIN)
Funding for autonomous vehicles and smart mobility
Canada Council for the Arts - Explore and Create
canadacouncil.ca
Supports the research, development, creation, and production of artistic work for Canadian artists, artistic groups, and...
Canada Media Fund — Conceptualization Program
Canada Media Fund
Funding for interactive digital media and software
CanCode
Government of Canada, Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada
Funding to teach digital skills
Capital Acquisition Support
Government of Prince Edward Island, Innovation PEI
Financial help for Prince Edward Island businesses
Capital Investment Program
ventureLAB
Innovation investments assistance
Carleton University
Cognit.ca | Carleton University
Team up with expert researchers and access lab facilities
CBCD — Impact Your Business — Start-Up Loans
Impact Atlantic
Loans for assistance for entrepreneurs in urban Atlantic Canada
CBDC Business counselling
Community Business Development Corporations
Business counselling in Atlantic Canada
CBDC Chaleur Future Entrepreneur Loan
Community Business Development Corporations
Loan for young entrepreneurs in New Brunswick
CBDC Entrepreneurial Opportunities Program (EOP)
Community Business Development Corporations
Support and startup funding for NL entrepreneurs
CBDC First-time Entrepreneur Loan
Community Business Development Corporations
Atlantic Canada start-up loan
CBDC Immigrant Loan program — Pilot Project
Community Business Development Corporations
Loans for new immigrants in Atlantic
CBDC Kick$tart
Community Business Development Corporations
Loan for young entrepreneurs in Newfoundland and Labrador
CBDC Micro-Loan Program
Community Business Development Corporations
Micro-loan for Nova Scotia entrepreneurs
CBDC Newcomer Loan Program
Community Business Development Corporations
Funding for newcomers in Newfoundland & Labrador
CBDC Self Employment Assistance (Atlantic Region)
Community Business Development Corporations
Support for unemployed Atlantic Canadians to launch a business
CBDC Self Employment Benefit Program
Community Business Development Corporations
Financing for unemployed Atlantic entrepreneurs to start a business
CBDC Social Enterprise Loan
Community Business Development Corporations
Loans for social enterprises in Atlantic Canada
CBDC Youth Entrepreneurship Development Initiative
Community Business Development Corporations
Financing and support for SMEs in Southwest NB
CBDC Youth Loan
Community Business Development Corporations
Business loans for young Atlantic Canadians
CDEM — Financing
Economic Development Council for Manitoba Bilingual Municipalities
Loans for Manitoba Francophone entrepreneurs
CDEM — Mentoring
Economic Development Council for Manitoba Bilingual Municipalities
Mentoring for francophone entrepreneurs in Manitoba
CDEM — Self-Employment Benefit Program
Economic Development Council for Manitoba Bilingual Municipalities
Money and help for unemployed Francophone Manitoban start-ups
CDEM — Training
Economic Development Council for Manitoba Bilingual Municipalities
Workshops for francophone entrepreneurs in Manitoba
CED — Business Information Services
Government of Canada, Canada Economic Development for Quebec Regions
Get referrals and market data for your SME
CEIM — Coaching and Consulting Services
Centre d'entreprises et d'innovation de Montréal - CEIM
Expertise for Quebec start-up companies
Centech Acceleration
Centech
Advice for tech startups to accelerate AI solutions
Centennial College
Cognit.ca | Centennial College
Conduct R&D and access college testing facilities
Centre for Women in Business
Centre for Women in Business
Training and events for Nova Scotia women entrepreneurs
City Enrichment Fund (CEF) - Arts Program Area - Creation & Presentation for Artists
hamilton.ca
This City of Hamilton program provides project grants to Hamilton-based artists with an independent arts practice in any...
City of Red Deer Environmental Initiatives Grant
reddeer.ca
Offers up to $10,000 per project to support community-led and local initiatives that foster environmental sustainability...
City of Vancouver — Communities and Artists Shifting Culture (CASC) Grant
vancouver.ca
For Vancouver-based artists and collectives creating community-engaged or equity-driven projects. Amount: $2,500–$15,000...
Clarence Campeau Development Fund
Government of Saskatchewan, Clarence Campeau Development Fund
Financing for Saskatchewan Métis entrepreneurs
CNBSC – Kivalliq, Nunavut
Canada Nunavut Business Service Centre
Advice and expertise for entrepreneurs in Kivalliq
Co.Labs — Co.Launch
Government of Saskatchewan, Co.Labs
Support to accelerate tech start-ups in SK
Co.Labs — Co.Learn
Government of Saskatchewan, Co.Labs
Access tech start-up resources in SK
Co.Labs — In-Revenue
Government of Saskatchewan, Co.Labs
Expert advice to grow your tech start-up
Collaborative Industrial Research and Support to Innovative Entrepreneurship
Gouvernement du Québec, Ministère de l'Économie et de l'Innovation
Funding for collaborative projects in AI
Collective entrepreneurship financing
Gouvernement du Québec, Investissement Québec
Loans for co-op business projects in Quebec
Columbia Basin Trust — Basin RevUp
Government of British Columbia, Columbia Basin Trust
Support to grow a startup in the Columbia Basin region
Communitech Startup Programming
Communitech
Get the help you need to start a business in Waterloo Region
Community Event Support Grant
lethbridge.ca
The Community Event Support Grant provides funding for eligible not-for-profit organizations to run events and develop n...
Community Future Saskatchewan — Entrepreneurs with Disabilities Program
Community Futures Saskatchewan
Loans and advice for rural Saskatchewan entrepreneurs with disabilities
Community Futures Alberta — Entrepreneurs with Disabilities
Community Futures Alberta
Loans and advice for rural Alberta entrepreneurs with disabilities
Community Futures Alberta — Financial Supports
Community Futures Alberta
Funding for rural SMEs in Alberta
Community Futures British Columbia
Community Futures British Columbia
Loans for entrepreneurs in rural British Columbia
Community Futures Eastern Ontario
Community Futures Eastern Ontario
Loans for entrepreneurs in rural Eastern Ontario
Community Futures Manitoba — Entrepreneurs with Disabilities Program
Community Futures Manitoba
Loans and advice for rural Manitoba entrepreneurs with disabilities
Community Futures Network of Canada
Community Futures Development Corporations
Services for SMEs in rural and remote communities
Community Futures Ontario — Business Information and Planning Services
Community Futures Ontario
Assistance for rural Ontario entrepreneurs
Community Futures Program Northwest Territories
Northwest Territories Community Futures Association (NWTCFA)
Loans and counselling in N.W.T
Community Futures Saskatchewan — Business Loans, Advice and Training
Community Futures Saskatchewan
Rural Saskatchewan business loans, advice and training
Community Futures Treaty Seven — Business Support Services
Community Futures Treaty Seven
Business planning help for Treaty Seven Members (Alberta)
Community Futures Treaty Seven — Lending Services
Community Futures Treaty Seven
Business loans for Treaty Seven Members (Alberta)
Concours Ascension
jccq.ca
Organized by the Jeune Chambre de commerce de Québec (JCCQ), this start-up pitch competition supports early-stage busine...
Corporations Canada — Starting a Business
Government of Canada, Corporations Canada
Incorporate your business
Craft Projects - Ontario Arts Council
arts.on.ca
Due Nov 4
This program supports craft-based practices through grants to Ontario-based artists, curators, ad hoc groups, collective...
Creating, Knowing and Sharing — Small-Scale Activities
Canada Council for the Arts
Financial support for Indigenous artistic development
Creative Export Canada — Export Development Stream
Government of Canada, Canadian Heritage
Support for Canadian creative industry exports
Creative Spark Vancouver Grants for Emerging Artists
artstarts.com
Creative Spark Vancouver offers up to 100% funding for projects engaging young people (ages 5-18) and focusing on arts-b...
Critical Minerals Infrastructure Fund — Preconstruction
Government of Canada, Natural Resources Canada
Funding for clean energy infrastructure projects
CSC Micro Grant for Black Youth
bkia.ca
Provided by Black Kids in Action in partnership with Canada Service Corps, this program offers micro grants of up to $5,...
Cultivator
Cultivator
Support for tech start-ups in Saskatchewan
Dance Projects - Ontario Arts Council
arts.on.ca
The Ontario Arts Council (OAC) supports a wide range of dance styles and provides funding to professional choreographers...
Défi OSEntreprendre - Laval
ccilaval.ca
Spearheaded locally by CCILaval, this competition awards financial prizes and grant support from over $500,000 in total ...
Défi-Québec - Ville entrepreneuriale
ville.quebec.qc.ca
Offers non-repayable grant funding of up to $75,000 (covering up to 50% of eligible project expenses) to support the sta...
Deloitte Foundation Local Impact Grants
deloitte.com
The Deloitte Foundation issues local impact grants to programs in approximately 30 select locations nationwide that help...
Development program — Black and People of Colour stream
Government of Canada, Telefilm Canada
Financing for filmmakers who self-identify as black and people of colour
Development program — General stream
Government of Canada, Telefilm Canada
Money to develop feature films
Development program — Indigenous stream
Government of Canada, Telefilm Canada
Financing for Indigenous filmmakers
Developmental Licence Playbook
Government of Canada, Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada
Access wireless spectrum to test a business idea
DIANA NATO Challenges
NATO North Atlantic Treaty Organization
Help to solve critical defence and security challenges
Digital Accelerator
MTL+eCommerce
Stimulate growth for startups and SMEs in Quebec
Direct Equity Tax Credit
Government of Newfoundland and Labrador, Department of Finance
Tax credit for Newfoundland and Labrador investors
District 3 Innovation Center — Launch & Grow
District3
Montréal innovation hub
Douglas Mental Health University Institute
Cognit.ca | Douglas Mental Health University Institute
Work with an expert researcher to study mental health
Downtown Eastside Small Arts Grants
vancouverfoundation.ca
The Vancouver Foundation, in partnership with the Carnegie Community Centre, offers grants up to $1,000 for artists who ...
Economic development program for the revitalization of territories — DÉPART
Gouvernement du Québec, Investissement Québec
Funding for targeted RCMs to strengthen their economic vitality
ElevateIP — Communitech
Communitech
Help to manage your intellectual property
ElevateIP Alberta
Innovate Calgary; Economic Development Lethbridge
Support to manage and leverage your intellectual property
Eligible Business Corporation
Government of British Columbia, Ministry of Finance
Tax credit for investment in BC small business
Elizabeth Greenshields Foundation Grant
elizabethgreenshieldsfoundation.org
The Elizabeth Greenshields Foundation provides financial grants to students and artists in the early stages of their car...
ELLA Express
York University
Support for early-stage women entrepreneurs
Entrepreneurs on the Rise
ETHOS Career Management Group Ltd.
Support for women entrepreneurs in BC
Entrepreneurship and Innovation Fund — Non-Profits that Serve Underrepresented Communities
ventureLAB
Funding for non-profit organizations in York Region
Entrepreneurship and Innovation Fund — Small Businesses or Entrepreneurs Developing Agri-tech and Cleantech Solutions
ventureLAB
Funding for agri-tech and cleantech in York, Ontario
Entrepreneurship@UBC Hatch
University of British Columbia
Incubator for University of British Columbia (UBC) innovators
Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion Micro Grants Program
londonarts.ca
The Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion Micro Grants Program is designed to provide financial assistance for projects and i...
Êtes-vous business?
Government of Canada, Employment and Social Development Canada, Conseil économique et coopératif de la Saskatchewan
French entrepreneurship workshops in Saskatchewan
Evol — Conventional start-up loan
Evol
Loans for diversified and inclusive ownership start-ups in Quebec
Exhibition Assistance - Ontario Arts Council
arts.on.ca
Due Jan 15
This program supports Ontario-based artists and artist collectives working in visual arts, craft, and media art practice...
Explore and Create — Artistic Creation
Canada Council for the Arts
Financial support for creative projects
Explore and Create — Concept to Realization
Canada Council for the Arts
Financial support for creative projects
Explore and Create — Research and Creation
Canada Council for the Arts
Grant to begin the creative process
Fast-Track to Financing Program
Natural Products Canada
Funding for natural products business expertise
FedDev — Black Entrepreneurship Program Ecosystem Fund in Southern Ontario
Government of Canada, Federal Economic Development Agency for Southern Ontario
Funding for not-for-profit organizations to support Black-led businesses and entrepreneurs
FedDev Ontario Small Business Services
Government of Canada, Federal Economic Development Agency for Southern Ontario
Information to start or grow a business in Ontario
Financial support for aspiring farmers
Gouvernement du Québec, La Financière agricole
Money for aspiring farmers in Quebec
First Nations Clean Energy Business Fund — Capacity Funding
Government Of British Columbia
Funding for clean energy and capacity-building projects
First Peoples Economic Growth Fund — Entrepreneur Loan Program
First Peoples Economic Growth Fund Inc.
Loans for Manitoba First Nations entrepreneurs
First Peoples Economic Growth Fund — Business Contribution Fund
First Peoples Economic Growth Fund Inc.
Financial support for Manitoba First Nation businesses
First Peoples Economic Growth Fund — Business Plan Assistance
First Peoples Economic Growth Fund Inc.
Funding for Manitoba First Nation business planning
First Peoples Economic Growth Fund — Community Economic Expansion Program
First Peoples Economic Growth Fund Inc.
Funding to create jobs for Manitoba First Nations
Fishing Licence Loan Program
Government of Nova Scotia, Department of Fisheries and Aquaculture
Loan to purchase fishing licence and gear in Nova Scotia
Fonds de soutien aux entreprises
idetr.com
Offert par IDÉ Trois-Rivières, ce fonds accorde une aide financière non remboursable aux entreprises privées et d'économ...
Food and Beverage Financing
Government of Canada, Farm Credit Canada
Financing and expertise in food industry
Foodpreneur Advantage Start-Up Seminars
Foodpreneur Advantage
Assistance for food and beverage startups in S.W. Ontario
Foodpreneur Lab
Foodpreneur Lab
Support for Black-led food and beverage businesses and entrepreneurs
Foodpreneur Start-Up Seminars
Foodpreneur Advantage
Assistance for food and beverage startups in S.W. Ontario
Future Farmer Program
Government of Prince Edward Island, Department of Agriculture and Land
Funding for new farmers in P.E.I.
Future Farmer Program 2.0
Government of Prince Edward Island, Department of Agriculture
Funding and mentorship for new farmers
Future Farmer Program 2.0 — Agri-Start Sub-Program
Government of Prince Edward Island, Department of Agriculture
Funding for new Farmers in PEI
Future Farmer Program 2.0 — Continuing to Grow sub-program
Government of Prince Edward Island, Department of Agriculture
Funding for new farmers in P.E.I.
Future Fisher Program
Government of Prince Edward Island, Department of Fisheries, Tourism, Sports and Culture
Support for new entrants to the lobster fishery in Prince Edward Island
Futurpreneur Canada Black Entrepreneur Startup Program
Futurpreneur Canada
Financing and mentorship for young Black entrepreneurs
Futurpreneur Canada Core Entrepreneur Startup Program for Students
Futurpreneur Canada
Financing and mentorship for student entrepreneurs in their final year of studies
Futurpreneur Canada Core Start-Up Program
Futurpreneur Canada
Financing and mentoring for young entrepreneurs
Futurpreneur Canada Indigenous Startup Program (IESP)
Futurpreneur Canada
Financing and mentorship for Indigenous entrepreneurs
Futurpreneur Canada Newcomer Program
Futurpreneur Canada
Financing and mentorship for young immigrant entrepreneurs
Futurpreneur Canada Side Hustle
Futurpreneur Canada
Financing and mentorship for young professionals to develop a side business
Google for Startups Cloud Program
cloud.google.com
Provides Canadian tech startups with $2,000 in cloud credits for building an MVP, and up to $350,000 in Google Cloud cre...
Grand Challenges Canada
Grand Challenges Canada
Funding challenges for innovations that save and improve lives
Grant Program for Artists (Conseil des arts et des lettres du Québec - CALQ)
calq.gouv.qc.ca
CALQ's grant program offers financial support for a wide range of activities in all disciplines, regardless of the artis...
GreenCentre Canada
GreenCentre Canada
Support and facilities for chemical and materials innovations
HardTech Pitch Competition
venturelab.ca
The HardTech Pitch Competition connects Canada's top hardware innovators with investors, strategic partners, and governm...
HCi3 Grant — Catalyst Stream
The Halifax Climate Investment, Innovation and Impact (HCi3) Fund
Support for innovative equitable low-carbon transition projects
Helping Hands ChangeMakers Micro Grant Program
helpinghandsapp.com
Helping Hands provides micro grants up to $5,000 per project to Canadian citizens or permanent residents between 15 and ...
Hôpital du Saint-Sacrement
Cognit.ca | Hôpital du Saint-Sacrement
Partner with experts to elevate your health-related research project
Hôpital Maisonneuve-Rosemont
Cognit.ca | Hôpital Maisonneuve-Rosemont
Explore healthcare research opportunities at a hospital
i.d.e.a. Fund
Innovate Niagara, WEtech Alliance, Innovation Factory, Haltech, TechAlliance, Boundless Accelerator
Funding and support for high potential businesses focusing on a sustainable and green recovery
Idea to Innovation Grants
Government of Canada, Natural Sciences and Engineering Research Council of Canada
Technology transfer opportunities
IDEaS — Minefield breaching - Detect & destroy
Government of Canada, Department of National Defence and Canadian Armed Forces
Due Oct 14
Find solutions that enable maneuvers through a minefield
Impact Canada Challenge Hub
Government of Canada, Impact Canada
Financing to solve economic, environmental, and social problems
Impact ON — Enterprises strategy
Impact ON
Assistance for social organizations in Ontario
Impact Your Business — Start-Up Loans
Impact Atlantic
Loans for assistance for entrepreneurs in urban Atlantic Canada
Impulsion SME
Gouvernement du Québec, Investissement Québec
Access to investment capital
Indigenous Arts & Culture Fund - City of Toronto
toronto.ca
Due Oct 6
The Indigenous Arts & Culture Fund supports projects that create new opportunities and visibility for Indigenous-led art...
Indigenous Arts Individual Project Funding
affta.ab.ca
The Alberta Foundation for the Arts provides up to $18,000 to support the development of an individual Indigenous artist...
Indigenous Business Development Services — Saskatchewan
Indigenous Business Development Services
Indigenous business help in Saskatchewan
Indigenous Cannabis Business Fund — Business Planning, Design, and Capital
New Relationship Trust
Support for Indigenous business development in the cannabis sector
Indigenous Cannabis Business Fund — Community Planning & Engagement
New Relationship Trust
Support for Indigenous business development in the cannabis sector
Indigenous Innovation Initiative
Grand Challenges Canada
Get funding to empower First Nation, Inuit and Metis innovators
Indigenous Intellectual Property Program Grant — Small scale initiative stream
Government of Canada, Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada
Grants for small-scale Indigenous IP-related activities
Indigenous Women Entrepreneurs
Alberta Indian Investment Corporation
Money for Indigenous Women Entrepreneurs in Alberta
Indigenous Women Entrepreneurs Program
NACCA
Support for Indigenous Women Entrepreneurs across Canada
Indigenous Youth Entrepreneurs
Alberta Indian Investment Corporation
Money for Indigenous Youth Entrepreneurs in Alberta
INNOV-R SME — PRIMA
PRIMA Advanced Materials Research and Innovation Hub
Call for projects to reduce greenhouse gas emissions in Quebec
Innovation Canada — Innovation Advisors
Government of Canada, Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada
Personalized advisory services for innovators
Innovation Canada — Innovation Advisors in NU
Government of Canada, Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada
Personalized advisory services for innovators in Nunavut
Innovation Canada — Innovation Advisors in ON
Government of Canada, Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada
Due Jul 22
Personalized advisory services for innovators in Ontario
Innovation Canada — Innovation Advisors in YT
Government of Canada, Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada
Personalized advisory services for innovators in Yukon
Innovation Factory — Support for Startups
Innovation Factory
Support for innovative startups
Innovation PEI Small Business Assistance
Government of Prince Edward Island, Innovation PEI
Money for small business improvement in PEI
Innovative Solutions Canada — Testing stream
Government of Canada, Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada
Sell your innovation to government
Innovative Solutions Canada Program
Government of Canada, Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada
Funding for innovations the government needs
Innovators & Entrepreneurs Foundation (IEF) Founders Fund
ief-fie.ca
The IEF Founders Fund provides scholarships that cover program fees, aiming to provide promising entrepreneurs from raci...
INVEST North Program — Investment — Launch Stream
Government of Ontario, Northern Ontario Heritage Fund Corporation
Funding to start a business in Northern Ontario
Invest Nova Scotia — Acceleration Initiatives
Government of Nova Scotia, Invest Nova Scotia
Money and advice for Nova Scotia innovators
Invest Nova Scotia — Greenshoots
Government of Nova Scotia, Invest Nova Scotia
Funding for early-stage businesses in Nova Scotia
Invest Nova Scotia — Incubation
Government of Nova Scotia, Invest Nova Scotia
Incubation facilities for Nova Scotia innovators
Invest Nova Scotia — Investment
Government of Nova Scotia, Invest Nova Scotia
Early stage investment for Nova Scotia innovators
Invest Ottawa — ElevateIP program for Women-owned and Indigenous-owned businesses
Invest Ottawa
Intellectual property support for startups in Ottawa (Eastern Ontario)
Invest Ottawa — IO Ignition Program
Invest Ottawa
Bootcamp for tech startups in Ottawa
Invest Ottawa Accelerator Program
Invest Ottawa
Expert advice for tech startups
Invest Ottawa Starter Company Plus
Invest Ottawa
Get guidance and knowledge to launch or grow your business
Investment Accelerator Fund
MaRS Discovery District
Seed funding for early-stage technology in Ontario
IPF Pre-Application Training Program for Northern Producers
Whistler Film Festival
Support for producers funding applications in the Territories
ISC — Acoustic Detection/Classification/Localization/Tracking (DCLT) in a harbour environment
Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada
Propose algorithms for acoustic sensors in different environmental conditions
ISC — Field-deployable Quantum Cascade Laser standoff chemical imaging system for CBRNE detection
Government of Canada, Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada
Develop and test your prototype for your photonics and defence tech
ISC — Infrared Quantum Light for Material Characterization and Secure Communication
Government of Canada, Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada
Receive a grant to develop a quantum light source
ISC — Low-emission electric propulsion systems for arctic aviation
Government of Canada, Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada
Funding to develop a low-emission electric aviation engine
ISC — MINERVA Initiative – Uncrewed Ground System for Surveillance and Reconnaissance
Government of Canada, Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada
Get a contract to develop an uncrewed ground system
JEDI — Aboriginal Development Fund — Business and Entrepreneurship Development
JEDI - Joint Economic Development Initiative
Money for New Brunswick First Nation entrepreneurs
JEDI — Aboriginal Development Fund — CED
JEDI - Joint Economic Development Initiative
Money for New Brunswick First Nation community economic development
JEDI — Indigenous Business Incubator Program
JEDI - Joint Economic Development Initiative
Training and support for Indigenous startups
Job Creation Partnerships
Government of Nova Scotia, Employment Nova Scotia
Support for Nova Scotia workers’ skills development
Junior Exploration Assistance Program
Government of Newfoundland and Labrador, Department of Industry, Energy and Technology
Money for the discovery of new mineral districts in Newfoundland and Labrador
Junior Mining Assistance Program
Government of New Brunswick
Funding for junior mining companies in New Brunswick
Kajungiqsaut Grants
inuitartfoundation.org
The Inuit Art Foundation's Kajungiqsaut Grants support Inuit working in the arts, with a focus on first-time applicants....
Kakivak Association — Sivummut Grants to Small Businesses
Kakivak Association
Grants for Inuit businesses in Nunavut’s Qikiqtani Region
Kakivak Association — Makigiaqvik Loans
Kakivak Association
Loans for Inuit business in Qikiqtani, Nunavut
KCFI – Cambridge Bay, Nunavut
Kitikmeot Community Futures Incorporated
Business advice in Kitikmeot/Cambridge Bay
Kenora and Rainy River District Business Accelerator Fund
Northwestern Ontario Innovation Centre
Empowering businesses to grow and scale in Northern Ontario
Kitikmeot Community Futures
Kitikmeot Community Futures Incorporated
Loans and advice in Kitikmeot, Nunavut
Lab2Market Validate
Lab2Market
Funding for technology-enabled innovations
Labour - Sponsored Venture - Capital Tax Credit
Government of Nova Scotia, Finance and Treasury Board
Tax credit to support Nova Scotia SMEs
Landing-Pad Accelerator Program (LPAP)
Spark Centre
Support for newcomer and women entrepreneurs working in the EN3 sectors
Liaison of Independent Filmmakers of Toronto (LIFT) - Production and Post-Production Support Grant
lift.ca
LIFT's Production and Post-Production Support Grant offers equipment rental credits to filmmakers based in the Greater T...
Life Sciences Innovation Fund
Ontario Centre of Innovation
Funds for human health related solutions
LiveBright Scholarship Program
sunlifeglobalinvestments.com
The LiveBright Scholarship program offers a one-time $3,500 award to three students across Canada who demonstrate commun...
Local investment funds
Gouvernement du Québec, Ministère de l'Économie et de l'Innovation
Loans for entrepreneurs in Quebec
Looking Forward — Exploration Grants
Government of Manitoba, Manitoba Arts Council
Assistance for Manitoba’s arts and culture sector
LRCC — Business Grant & Loan Program
Louis Riel Capital Corporation
Money for Metis-owned small businesses in Manitoba
LRCC — Metis Women Entrepreneurship Program
Louis Riel Capital Corporation
Money for Metis Women-owned businesses in Manitoba
Market Validation Training Program
Government of British Columbia, New Ventures BC
Early-stage business validation training in British Columbia
Métis Assistance Program (MAP)
SaskMétis Economic Development Corporation
Grants for Saskatchewan Métis businesses
Micro Lending Program
UlnooweG Development Group
Small loans for Indigenous entrepreneurs in Atlantic Canada
Micro-Loan Program
Government of Prince Edward Island, Finance PEI
Micro-loans for PEI entrepreneurs
MicroEntreprendre
MicroEntreprendre
Microcredit for Quebec entrepreneurs
Microsoft for Startups Founders Hub
foundershub.startups.microsoft.com
Microsoft for Startups Founders Hub helps startups overcome challenges by providing access to resources including expert...
Microsoft for Startups Investor Offer
startups.microsoft.com
Startups affiliated with the Microsoft for Startups Investor Network can get up to $150,000 USD in Azure credits. This p...
Mitacs — Accelerate Entrepreneur
Mitacs
Funding for students doing R&D in their own startup
Montreal Neurological Institute-Hospital
Cognit.ca | Montreal Neurological Institute-Hospital
Collaborate with researchers at a health institute
Music PEI Funding Program
Music PEI
Money for Prince Edward Island (PEI) music industry development
Music Promotion Fund (Guilde des musiciens et musiciennes du Québec - GMMQ)
gmmq.com
Grants from the Music Promotion Fund aim to support and encourage initiatives that contribute to the artistic developmen...
NADF — Client Support & Advisory Services
Nishnawbe Aski Development Fund
Guidance for Indigenous entrepreneurs in Northern Ontario
NADF Business Financing
Nishnawbe Aski Development Fund
Financing for Northern Ontario Indigenous businesses
NBIF Startup Investment Fund
New Brunswick Innovation Foundation
Seed capital for new products, services and technologies in New Brunswick
New Small Business Tax Deduction
Government of Nova Scotia, Finance and Treasury Board
Tax credit for newly incorporated Nova Scotia businesses
New Ventures BC — Venture Accelerator Program
Government of British Columbia, New Ventures BC
Distance accelerator for early-stage technology in BC
New Ventures BC Competition
Government of British Columbia, New Ventures BC
Compete for start-up cash and prizes in British Columbia
Newfoundland & Labrador Organization of Women Entrepreneurs
Newfoundland & Labrador Organization of Women Entrepreneurs
Help for women entrepreneurs in Newfoundland and Labrador
Northern Indigenous Economic Opportunities Program — Community Readiness and Opportunities Planning
Government of Canada, Canadian Northern Economic Development Agency
Contributions for economic development in the territories
Northern Indigenous Economic Opportunities Program (NIEOP) — Entrepreneurship and Business Development
Government of Canada, Canadian Northern Economic Development Agency
Support for Indigenous businesses in the territories
Northern Ontario Angels
Northern Ontario Angels
Investment readiness support in Northern Ontario
Northwestern Ontario Innovation Centre
Northwestern Ontario Innovation Centre
Assistance for innovation of Northwestern Ontario
Nova Scotia Farm Loans
Government of Nova Scotia, Nova Scotia Farm Loan Board
Loans for Nova Scotia farm operations and agricultural businesses
Nunavut Filmmakers Funding — Creative Content Development Fund
Nunavut Film Development Corporation
Grants for screen-based creative content in Nunavut
Nunavut Filmmakers Funding — Short Film Fund
Nunavut Film Development Corporation
Funding for emerging filmmakers in Nunavut
Nunavut Filmmakers Funding — Story Telling Fund
Nunavut Film Development Corporation
Funding for filmmakers in Nunavut
Nunavut Prospector's Program
Government of Nunavut, Department of Economic Development and Transportation
Funding for mineral exploration in Nunavut
OBIO — Early Adopter Health Network (EAHN)
Ontario Bioscience Innovation Organization
Partnerships for health technology companies
Ontario Arts Council Visual Arts Project Grants
arts.on.ca
Due Oct 28
The Ontario Arts Council provides grants to professional Ontario-based visual artists to create new work and continue wo...
Ontario Community Changemakers (OCC)
youthrex.com
Ontario Community Changemakers (OCC) is a leadership and micro-grant program created for Ontario residents to help spark...
Ontario Creates - Publishing Marketing and Discoverability Fund
ontariocreates.ca
Offers project-based financial assistance to Ontario-based independent book publishers for marketing, discoverability, a...
Ontario Seniors Community Grant Program
Ontario Ministry for Seniors and Accessibility
Funds local projects, supports and resources that help adults 55+ live independently and safely, stay connected to their...
Ontario Trillium Foundation — Seed Grant
Ontario Trillium Foundation
Funds organizational planning, piloting a new program, or building capacity to deliver future community programs and ser...
Ontario Trillium Foundation — Youth Opportunities Fund – Family Innovations Grant (Test and Scale)
Ontario Trillium Foundation
Funds grassroots groups led by parents, guardians or caregivers delivering culturally anchored projects that support fam...
Ontario Trillium Foundation — Youth Opportunities Fund – Youth Innovations Grant (Test and Scale)
Ontario Trillium Foundation
Funds grassroots projects led by youth or youth-adult partnerships from priority populations to improve the social and e...
Ontario Trillium Foundation (OTF)
otf.ca
Due Nov 4
OTF provides seed grants ($10,000 – $100,000 for up to 1 year) to fund new ideas, pilot projects, and organizational dev...
Opportunities New Brunswick — Mentorship
Government of New Brunswick, Opportunities NB
Mentorship and connections in New Brunswick
OPTions Initiative Next-Generation Methods
Grand Challenges Canada
Program for safe pregnancy terminations innovations
OVIN — Electric Vehicle (EV) — Stream 1
Ontario Vehicle Innovation Network (OVIN)
Funding for electric vehicle related technologies
PacifiCan — Black Entrepreneurship Program Ecosystem Fund
Government of Canada, Pacific Economic Development Canada
Funding for Black-led not-for-profit organizations
Parallèle Alberta — Entrepreneurship
Government of Alberta, Parallèle Alberta
Assistance for Alberta's Francophone entrepreneurs
PARO BIZCamps
PARO Centre for Women’s Enterprise
Virtual camps for female entrepreneurs
PARTENAR-IA — CQDM — Industry
CQDM - Biopharmaceutical Research Consortium
Due Mar 30
Funding for Quebec innovative biopharmaceutical collaborations in AI
PEI Rental Cost Assistance
Government of Prince Edward Island, Innovation PEI
Contribution to cover Prince Edward Island business rental costs
Plant Your Roots Program — Commercial Farm Purchases
Government of Nova Scotia, Department of Agriculture
Due Feb 15
Funding for new commercial farming in Nova Scotia
Plant Your Roots Program — New Entrant
Government of Nova Scotia, Department of Agriculture
Due Feb 15
Funding for new commercial farming in Nova Scotia
PME MTL – Fonds locaux de solidarité Montréal
PME MTL
Loans for Montreal social economy enterprises and co-operatives
PME MTL – PME MTL funds
PME MTL
Loans for Quebec start-ups and growing companies
PME MTL – PME MTL investment funds
PME MTL
Loans for Quebec start-ups and growing companies
PME MTL – Solidarity Fund
PME MTL
Loans for Quebec social economy enterprises and co-operatives
PME MTL – Subsidies to support social economy initiatives
PME MTL
Money for social economy projects in Montreal, Qc
PME MTL – Young Business
PME MTL
Subsidy for young businesses in Montreal
PME MTL — Funds for Retail businesses
PME MTL
Financing for Montreal-based retail startups
PrairiesCan — Black Entrepreneurship Program (BEP) Ecosystem Fund
Government of Canada, Prairies Economic Development Canada
Money for Black-led not-for-profit organizations
PrairiesCan — Entrepreneurs with Disabilities
Government of Canada, Prairies Economic Development Canada
Loans and support for entrepreneurs with disabilities in the Prairies provinces
Première Ovation - Aide financière à la relève artistique
premiereovation.com
Initié par la Ville de Québec, ce programme accorde des bourses de recherche, création, mentorat et production (allant j...
Programmation spécifique
calq.gouv.qc.ca
The Programmation spécifique program aims to foster intergenerational balance while prioritizing the new generation of c...
Programme d'aide au développement entrepreneurial
sodec.gouv.qc.ca
Due Oct 29
Soutient les projets d'accompagnement entrepreneurial personnalisés et ponctuels pour faciliter les étapes clés de dével...
Programme de bourses aux artistes de Sherbrooke
ville.sherbrooke.qc.ca
The City of Sherbrooke offers an annual bursary program for artists, authors, and craftspeople residing or working in Sh...
Programmes de financement ID Gatineau
idgatineau.ca
Gérés par l'organisme de développement économique municipal ID Gatineau, ces fonds accordent des contributions non rembo...
Project Funding for artists' collectives - Conseil des arts de Montréal
artsmontreal.org
This program supports professional artistic research, creation, production, and dissemination activities for artist coll...
Proof-of-Concept Program
Natural Products Canada
Financing for natural product innovations
Prospect — Entrepreneurs with Disabilities
Prospect Human Services
Support for entrepreneurs with disabilities
Prosper NWT — Advisory services
Government of the Northwest Territories, Prosper NWT
Advice and expertise for entrepreneurs in NWT
Prototyping Program
cmf-fmc.ca
Due Nov 10
Allocates funding to Canadian interactive digital media projects at early development stages to test design concepts and...
Quebec International — Set up or expand a business
Québec International
Support to start or grow a business in Quebec City
Quebec International — Starting a business and making it grow
Québec International
Support to grow a technology startup in Quebec City
Quebec school for entrepreneurs
École des entrepreneurs du Québec
Training for entrepreneurs
Racialized and Indigenous Supports for Entrepreneurs (RAISE)
Government of Ontario
Funding for Indigenous, Black and other racialized entrepreneurs
RAISE Grant Program
norbram.ca
The Racialized and Indigenous Supports for Entrepreneurs (RAISE) Grant Program provides funding, coaching, training, and...
Red Deer Arts Council - Emerging Artist Awards
reddeerartscouncil.ca
Provides $1,000 financial awards to support and encourage promising visual, literary, performing, and cinematic artists ...
Regional Innovation Centre
Government of Ontario
Help for Ontario's entrepreneurs and innovators
Regional Innovation Networks
Alberta Innovates
Regional supports, services, and collaborative innovation networks for entrepreneurs in Alberta
Rental Cost Assistance
Government of Prince Edward Island, Innovation PEI
Contribution to cover Prince Edward Island (PEI) business rental costs
Réseau des SADC et CAE — Business Start-Up and Expansion
Réseau des SADC et CAE
Personalized support for Quebec businesses
Réseau des SADC et CAE — Financing for small businesses
Réseau des SADC et CAE
Loans for entrepreneurs in Quebec
Rise — Youth Small Business Program
Rise
Business program for youth aged 16 to 29
Royal Ottawa Health Care Group
Cognit.ca | Royal Ottawa Health Care Group
Find expert researchers to support your project
Rural Transit Solutions Fund — Planning and Design Projects Stream
Infrastructure Canada
Grants to plan and design transit solutions
Saskatchewan Mineral Exploration Tax Credit
Government of Saskatchewan, Ministry of Energy and Resources
Tax credit for investors in Saskatchewan mineral exploration
Saskatchewan Polytechnic
Cognit.ca | Saskatchewan Polytechnic
Test your innovation with the help of expert researchers
Saskatchewan Technology Startup Incentive
Government of Saskatchewan, Innovation Saskatchewan
Money to invest in tech startups in Sask.
Self-Employ PEI
Government of Prince Edward Island, Skills PEI
Support for Prince Edward Island (PEI) entrepreneurs
Self-Employment Assistance
Government of Newfoundland and Labrador, Department of Advanced Education, Skills and Labour
Funding to support self-employment job creation
Self-Employment Benefit — Workforce Expansion
Government of New Brunswick, Department of Post-Secondary Education, Training and Labour
Financing for New Brunswick business start-ups
Self-Employment Program
Government of the Northwest Territories, Department of Education, Culture and Employment
Funding and counceling for self-employment in NWT
Self-Employment Program (Nova Scotia)
Government of Nova Scotia, Employment Nova Scotia
Training for unemployed workers to start a business in Nova Scotia
Shopify Sustainability Fund
shopify.ca
Shopify's Sustainability Fund supports companies that are working on technologies to reverse climate change by removing ...
Shriners Hospital for Children
Cognit.ca | Shriners Hospital for Children
Work with researchers at a health institute
SIIT Pawâcikêwikamik Indigenous Innovation Accelerator MicroGrant
siit.ca
Offers non-repayable micro-grants of up to $5,000 to Indigenous entrepreneurs to support starting or expanding small bus...
Silk Road Creative Arts Grants
silkroadinstitute.ca
The Silk Road Institute Creative Arts Grants supports emerging Muslim Canadian artists creating ground-breaking artistic...
SK Startup Institute — Business Advising
Government of Saskatchewan, SK Startup Institute
Advice and expertise for entrepreneurs in Saskatchewan
Small Business Assistance Program
Government of Prince Edward Island
Improve the productivity and competitiveness of your business in PEI
Small Business Investor Tax Credit Program
Government of New Brunswick, Department of Finance and Treasury Board
Tax credit to drive New Brunswick business investment
Small Business Loan Guarantee Program
Nova Scotia Co-operative Council
Financing for Nova Scotia small businesses
Small Business Success Grant Program
sbsg.ca
The Small Business Success Grant (SBSG) offers $1,500 grants to help Canadian business owners to start new for-profit bu...
Small Business Venture Capital Tax Credit Program
Government of Manitoba, Department of Growth, Enterprise and Trade
New-investment small business tax credit in Manitoba
SMEDCO Loan Programs
Government of Saskatchewan, SaskMétis Economic Development Corporation
Loans for Métis-led companies in Saskatchewan
SOCCA — Term loan for Indigenous businesses
Native Commercial Credit Corporation
Term loan for Indigenous-led business projects
SODEC Production Assistance Program
sodec.gouv.qc.ca
SODEC's Production Assistance Program supports the creation of original film projects, including feature-length fiction ...
SODEC Support for Emerging Creators (Production)
quebec-elan.org
This SODEC program is open to Quebec audiovisual production companies working with emerging creators (producers, directo...
Southern Alberta Institute of Technology
Cognit.ca | Southern Alberta Institute of Technology
Work with researchers at an academic institution
Soutien à l'émergence – Aide à la production
musicaction.ca
Destiné aux artistes émergents en début de carrière dans la musique francophone canadienne, ce programme finance la prod...
Spark Centre — Igniting Innovation
Spark Centre
Support for early stage companies in Durham region
Spendbase AWS Credits for Canadian Startups
spendbase.com
Spendbase helps companies worldwide, including Canada, unlock up to $100k in AWS promotional credits and discounts. Elig...
St. Thomas More College
Cognit.ca | St. Thomas More College
Take your idea further with expert academic researchers
Start Strong Canada Grant
startstrongfund.ca
The Start Strong Canada Grant provides up to $10,000 in grant funding for Canadian businesses, whether they are just sta...
Starter Company Plus
Government of Ontario, Ministry of Economic Development, Job Creation and Trade
Grant and assistance for Ontario small businesses
Starter Company Plus - London Small Business Centre
sbcentre.ca
Due Sep 28
Delivered through the London Small Business Centre, this program provides up to $5,000 in grant funding alongside mandat...
Starter Company Plus - Waterloo Region Small Business Centre
waterlooregionsmallbusiness.com
Delivered by the Waterloo Region Small Business Centre in partnership with the Province of Ontario, this program provide...
Starter Company Plus — Invest Ottawa
investottawa.ca
Starter Company Plus is a training program for entrepreneurs in Ottawa who have launched or are ready to launch a new bu...
Starter Company Plus Grant
toronto.ca
Due Oct 9
The Starter Company Plus Grant supports eligible entrepreneurs in Toronto looking to build their small businesses by pro...
Starter Company Plus Program
ideamississauga.ca
Due Nov 30
The Starter Company Plus program offers expert-led business training, mentorship, networking opportunities, and guidance...
Starter Company Plus Training & Mentorship Program
investinhamilton.ca
Due Oct 26
This program, offered by the Hamilton Business Centre, provides training and mentorship for businesses less than two yea...
Startup Global National Pitch Competition
startupcan.ca
Co-sponsored by corporate partners including UPS and Export Development Canada, this coast-to-coast competition awards u...
Status Entrepreneur Assistance Program
Alberta Indian Investment Corporation
Support for Indigenous Entrepreneurs in Alberta
Strategic Investments Program — Nunavut Business Investment Fund
Government of Nunavut, Department of Economic Development and Transportation
Contributions for Nunavut business ventures
Student Entrepreneurship
Government of New Brunswick, Department of Post-Secondary Education, Training and Labour
Interest-free loans to New Brunswick student operated businesses
Summer Company
Government of Ontario, Ministry of Economic Development, Job Creation and Trade
Assistance for student summer businesses in Ontario
Support for Entrepreneurs and Economic Development (SEED) — Entrepreneur Support
Government of the Northwest Territories, Department of Industry, Tourism and Investment
Funding for entrepreneurs in the Northwest Territories
Support for Entrepreneurs and Economic Development (SEED) — Micro-business
Government of the Northwest Territories, Department of Industry, Tourism and Investment
Funding for micro-businesses in the N.W.T.
Sustainable CAP — Research and Innovation
Government of Manitoba; Sustainable Canadian Agricultural Partnership
Funding for agriculture and agri-food R&D and innovation in Manitoba
TACC Conventional Loan
Tale'awtxw Aboriginal Capital Corporation
Conventional business loans for Indigenous entrepreneurs in Coast Salish
TACC New Relationship Trust (NRT) Community Equity Match Grant
Tale'awtxw Aboriginal Capital Corporation
Grants for First Nations Communities with TACC business loans
TACC New Relationship Trust (NRT) Entrepreneur Equity Match Grant
Tale'awtxw Aboriginal Capital Corporation
Grants for First Nations Entrepreneurs with TACC business loans
Talent to Watch program
Government of Canada, Telefilm Canada
Financing for new filmmakers to create online content
Tax holiday for a new business created to commercialize intellectual property
Gouvernement du Québec, Ministère de l'Économie et de l'Innovation
Tax credit for commercialization of intellectual property (IP) in Quebec
Technoclimat
Gouvernement du Québec, Ministère de l'Environnement, de la Lutte contre les changements climatiques, de la Faune et des Parcs
Financial assistance for the demonstration of new technologies in Quebec
Tecumseh — Loan Program
Tecumseh Community Development Corporation
Funding for Indigenous businesses
TELUS STORYHIVE Content Grants
storyhive.com
Offers production grants of $10,000 to $20,000 along with training, mentorship, and distribution on TELUS Optik TV for e...
The Forum Pitch
theforumpitch.ca
Due Oct 8
A national program by Canadian charity The Forum offering women, non-binary, and trans-femme entrepreneurs micro-grant p...
thriveFORWARD
Nventure Business Development Corporation
Equity financing for early-stage innovation in southern Ontario
Toronto Arts Council Visual Artists Program: Creation
torontoartscouncil.org
The Toronto Arts Council's Visual Artists Program: Creation supports professional visual artists residing in Toronto for...
Tourism Entrepreneur Accelerator Program
Indigenous Tourism Association of Canada
Support for Indigenous tourism & hospitality entrepreneurs
Tourism Innovation Fund
Government of Prince Edward Island, Department of Fisheries, Tourism, Sports and Culture
Support to offset start-up costs
Trail Blazer + ProtoZone
Northwestern Ontario Innovation Centre
Support for innovation in Northwestern Ontario
Université du Québec à Chicoutimi
Cognit.ca | Université du Québec à Chicoutimi
Collaborate with researchers and access university facilities
University of King's College
Cognit.ca | University of King's College
Test your innovation with the help of expert researchers
University of St. Michael's College
Cognit.ca | University of St. Michael's College
Take your idea further with expert researchers
Vacant Spaces Grant
reddeer.ca
The City of Red Deer's Vacant Spaces Grant incentivizes the development of a unique downtown where businesses thrive by ...
Vacant Spaces Grant Program - City of Red Deer
reddeer.ca
The Vacant Spaces Grant offers up to $10,000 in rental subsidies for entrepreneurs aiming to establish food & beverage, ...
Venture Capital Corporation
Government of British Columbia, Ministry of Finance
Equity investments for BC businesses
Venture for Canada — Internship Program
Venture for Canada
Interns and subsidies for startups and SMEs
Venture Investment Program
Government of the Northwest Territories, Prosper NWT
Equity financing in the Northwest Territories
Visa's She's Next Grant Program
chase.ca
Visa's She's Next Grant Program offers funding to Canadian women entrepreneurs and businesses. Like government sources, ...
Visual Artists Creation Projects - Ontario Arts Council
arts.on.ca
Due Nov 3
The Visual Artists Creation Projects program supports professional Ontario-based visual artists to create new work, aimi...
Visual Arts and New Media Individual Project Funding
affta.ab.ca
This funding provides up to $18,000 to support the development of individual Alberta artists, arts administrators, or an...
Waubetek — Aboriginal Business Financing Program
Waubetek Business Development Corporation
Funding for Aboriginal entrepreneurs
Waubetek — Business loans
Waubetek Business Development Corporation
Funding for Aboriginal entrepreneurs
WeBC — Business Skills Development
WeBC
Skills training for British Columbia women entrepreneurs
WeMB — WeMicro Loans
WeMB
Money to start, buy or a expand a business in MB
WeMB — WeTech Loans
WeMB
Support for women and gender-diverse entrepreneurs in tech
WeMB — WeWork Loans
WeMB
Working capital loans for Manitoba entrepreneurs
WESK — Financing
Government of Saskatchewan, Women Entrepreneurs Saskatchewan
Loans for Saskatchewan women entrepreneurs
WESK — Learn
Government of Saskatchewan, Women Entrepreneurs Saskatchewan
Start-up training for Indigenous women in Saskatchewan
WiHI Seed Program
Ontario Bioscience Innovation Organization
Support for early-stage, women-led health sciences companies
Women Entrepreneurship Knowledge Hub
Women Entrepreneurship Knowledge Hub
Support for women entrepreneurs in Canada
Workforce Training and Employment — Self Employment
Government of Manitoba, Economic Development, Investment, Trade and Natural Resources
Assistance for new Manitoba entrepreneurs
World Trade Centre Winnipeg — Services for Businesses and Entrepreneurs
Government of Manitoba, World Trade Centre Winnipeg
Free advice and expertise for entrepreneurs in Manitoba
YMCA Business Planning Program
YMCA of Northeast Avalon
Start-up business planning help in Newfoundland and Labrador
Young Millionaires Program
Young Millionaires
Support for Atlantic youth to start a business
Youth Business Marketing Grant Program
community-futures.ca
The Youth Business Marketing Program provides eligible youth owned businesses of less than 1 year in operation with a no...
Youth Strategy
Réseau des SADC et CAE
Start-up loan for young Quebec entrepreneurs
Youth Ventures NL
Youth Ventures NL
Due Sep 30
Help for young entrepreneurs in Newfoundland and Labrador
Yukon Film — Training Fund
Government of Yukon, Yukon Media Development
Funding for Yukon film training
Yukon Venture Loan Guarantee Program
Government of Yukon, Department of Economic Development
Yukon business loan guarantee
Yukonstruct
YuKonstruct
Advice and expertise for entrepreneurs in Yukon
Zensurance Small Business Grant
zensurance.com
Zensurance is offering two $10,000 grants and eight $1,000 grants to Canadian small businesses. To apply, businesses nee...
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