Grants for International Small Businesses & Startups

Grants of up to $15,000 to Alberta businesses in eligible regions for capital improvements. Funding is intended for activities to repair or upgrade building façades, create attractive landscaping, and increase the appeal of the businesses' outdoor areas, such as ...

Grants to Ontario groups, organizations, and tourism-related businesses in eligible regions to create events that will attract tourists. Funding is intended for original attractions that will encourage overnight stays. Eligible activities include sports tournament...

Grants of up to $5,000 to Alberta businesses in eligible regions to repair or deter vandalism damage. Eligible uses of funds include installing surveillance cameras and lighting, replacing windows, painting over graffiti, boarding up windows, and purchasing necess...

Grants to Manitoba small and medium‑sized nonprofit, for-profit, and government employers to build stronger workforces and help workers gain in‑demand skills and secure well-paying jobs. Funding is intended to support employee training, human resources strateg...

Grants to Alberta businesses and investors in eligible regions to offset increased property taxes resulting from qualifying business investments. Applicants are required to contact the funding source prior to submitting an application. Funding is available for app...

In-kind support to British Columbia food producers and processors in eligible regions to promote the development of businesses related to food operations. Successful applicants will receive customized assistance in identifying services, training programs, grants, ...

Grants of up to $1,000 and in-kind assistance to USA, Canada, and International individuals for project support. Applicants may request support for a wide range of initiatives, including but not limited to hardware, research, software, community building, and crea...

Grants to Ontario nonprofit organizations and private developers for affordable housing in eligible regions. Priority will be given to building projects that include affordable housing units, are located in close proximity to public transit​, and benefit disadva...

Tax incentives to Ontario property owners and businesses in eligible regions for renovation and new construction projects. Applicants must meet with program staff before applying. The purpose of the program is to develop buildings and facilities that foster econom...

Opportunity for Ontario institutional, commercial, and industrial organizations in eligible regions to participate in a water use reduction program. Participants will receive financial incentives to implement water-saving measures. Organizations must be located in...

Loans to Ontario nonprofits, schools, IHEs, hospitals, and owners of commercial, industrial, residential, and retail buildings to implement energy-efficiency improvements on buildings. Funding is intended for a wide range of technologies and measures. Buildings mu...

Opportunity for Ontario manufacturers in eligible locations to receive a discount on utilities. Applicants must contact program staff prior to applying. The program is intended to help conserve water while supporting economic growth in the region. Applicants will ...

Opportunity for Ontario businesses in eligible locations to receive a rebate on utilities. Applicants must submit a letter of intent prior to applying. The program is intended to refund the portion of commercial, industrial, and institutional water usage that is n...

Grants to British Columbia for-profits, nonprofit organizations, and Indigenous groups to mitigate the negative economic impact of tariffs. Applicants must operate in the forestry sector. Funding is intended to support workforce needs by allowing the recruitment, ...

In-kind support to USA, Canada, and International startups to support the use of the funding source's technology to expand their companies. Startups will receive credits to apply towards AI programs and data storage. Startups will also have access to expert advice...

Loans to Ontario businesses to address tariff-related disruptions. Funding is intended to help companies in the steel, aluminum, copper, and auto sectors that are facing financial and operational difficulties due to s.232 tariffs. The fund's goal is to respond to ...

Tax credits to Ontario manufacturing businesses to help offset the cost of eligible buildings, machinery, and equipment. The purpose of the program is to promote innovation, competition, and lower costs within the manufacturing and processing sectors. The goal of ...

Grants to Alberta and Saskatchewan commercial property owners in eligible regions for capital improvement projects. Funding is intended for exterior improvements, including windows, signage, lighting, architectural features, seasonal elements, and accessibility an...

Grants of up to $75,000 to British Columbia First Nation development corporations in eligible regions for economic development projects. The purpose of funding is to retain a consultant to advise on large projects that would increase job opportunities and revenue ...

Grants to Nunavut nonprofit organizations, municipal governments, private sector employers, Inuit organizations, and industry associations for training and mentorship programs. Funding is intended for salary subsidies to small and medium-sized employers to hire an...