48 Canada Entrepreneurs and Startups Grants

Grants of up to $40,000 and in-kind support to Nova Scotia emerging tech businesses to encourage growth and increase profitability. First-time applicants must contact the funding source prior to applying. Funding is intended to support technology companies in the agric...

Opportunity for USA, Canada, and International agricultural startups to participate in a business development program. Participants will be involved in weekly instructional sessions and coaching meetings and will receive office space and deals from vendors. They will b...

Grants of up to $25,000 and grants of up to $75,000 to British Columbia nonprofit business support organizations, government agencies, and First Nations for community and economic development in eligible regions. Funding is intended to expand the economic capacity of s...

Grants of up to $75,000 to British Columbia nonprofit organizations, local governments, and First Nations communities for programs and projects that promote economic development in eligible locations. Funding is intended for innovative activities and industry-advanceme...

Award of $10,000 to a Canada Indigenous young entrepreneur to honor demonstrated initiative in the field of business. Eligible applicants are under the age of 35. The purpose of this program is to reward a young Indigenous individual for a creative business enterprise ...

Grants of up to $5,000 to Yukon individuals, nonprofit organizations, businesses, and First Nations governments and entities to promote local tourism. Funding is intended to support the development of early-stage entrepreneurs offering attractions and services in the t...

Opportunity for USA, Canada, and International startups to participate in a technology accelerator program. The purpose of the accelerator is to devise climate tech and sustainability solutions and to help startups grow their companies. Participating startups will rece...

Opportunity for USA and Canada entrepreneurs in eligible locations to join a business accelerator program. Funding is intended to advance water technology in the Great Lakes area. The goal of the program is to support startups working on innovative water technology, bu...

Fellowships to USA, Canada, and International entrepreneurs to develop clean energy technologies. The purpose of the program is to advance key technologies that will help to reduce emissions within the following sources: building, transportation, agriculture, electrici...

Grants to Ontario registered charities, nonprofit organizations, community organizations, municipalities, and public institutions for initiatives and projects that promote financial literacy and security in eligible regions. Funding is intended to support individuals a...

Opportunity for USA, Canada, and International startup businesses to participate in a program in Switzerland that will offer business mentorship and resources to foster company growth. This program is designed to support innovators from different sectors by connecting ...

Opportunity for USA, Canada, and International start-up companies and entrepreneurs to participate in an accelerator program in New York City. The purpose of the program is to provide companies with opportunities for growth and success through mentorship, workshops, re...

Opportunity for USA, Canada, and International tech entrepreneurs and start-up companies to participate in a business accelerator program. The purpose of the program is to provide support to companies that are developing tech innovation in any industry. The accelerator...

Opportunity for USA, Canada, and International start-up companies to participate in an accelerator program in the United Kingdom. The accelerator program includes mentorship, workshops and other resources, funding, fundraising support, and exposure to a global network.

Grant of $1,000 to a USA or Canada business to effect change in their community. Funding is intended for entrepreneurs, small businesses, and social enterprises to improve the quality of life in their communities by emphasizing diversity and equity for all members. The...

Grant of $1,000 to a Canada business to help it flourish and contribute to the community. Funding is intended for entrepreneurs, small businesses, and social enterprises to improve the quality of life in their communities by emphasizing diversity and equity for all mem...

Competition for USA, Canada, and International children, youth, or teams, ages 5-24, to present solutions to global challenges, as identified by the United Nations. Applicants must submit the first round of applications before moving up to the second round. Groups must...

Grants to Canada arts- and music-based nonprofit associations and for-profit companies to support events and productions. First-time applicants must submit a Letter of Intent prior to applying. Funding is intended to promote projects that increase the national and inte...

Grants, loans, and in-kind support to Ontario nonprofit organizations, municipalities, and businesses for activities that foster economic growth in eligible locations. Applicants should contact the funding source prior to submitting a full proposal. Funding is intended...

Grants to USA, Canada, and International nonprofit organizations for research projects and public engagement programs that address a wide range of issues, including but not limited to, entrepreneurship, science, society, and religion. Applicants must submit an online f...

Grants of up $99,999 to Alberta Métis entrepreneurs for assistance in expanding a small business or funding a start-up. Funding is intended to support new and expanding business ventures with non-repayable grants. In order to receive this grant, funding must be accomp...

Grants to USA, Canada, and International for-profit organizations and Canadian nonprofit organizations to collaborate with universities on a research-based internship program. Applicants must consult staff before applying. The purpose of this program is to solve resear...

Grants to USA, Canada, and International nonprofit organizations to benefit youth and communities where the funding source has a business presence. Focus areas include resilient communities, protected planet, indigenous reconciliation, and future-ready youth. Funding i...

Grants to USA, Canada, and International nonprofit organizations to positively impact communities. Focus areas include education and workforce development, financial literacy, small businesses, environment, clean energy, and disaster relief. Priority locations in the U...

Grants to Northwest Territories businesses, entrepreneurs, Indigenous organizations, municipalities, and residents to foster economic development. Funding is available in the following categories: micro-business, entrepreneur support, community economic development, se...

Grants to New Hampshire, Maine, Vermont, and Quebec nonprofit organizations, municipalities, and schools to benefit local communities in eligible locations. Some applicants are required to consult with program staff prior to submitting a full proposal. Funding is inten...

Grants to New Brunswick individuals, nonprofit organizations, and businesses to participate in career growth activities. This initiative aims to help musicians access domestic and international markets and encourage professional development. Funding is intended for an ...

Fellowships of up to $30,000 to Ontario individuals associated with nonprofit organizations or IHEs to pursue projects related to the performing arts, the environment, or improving inclusiveness in local economies. Applicants must consult with staff and submit an expre...

Opportunity for USA, Canada, and International entrepreneurs, engineers, scientists, and artists to participate in a residency program in California. Participants receive a range of benefits, including accommodations, a monthly stipend, and a budget for materials. Appl...

Grants to Ontario new businesses to foster economic development in local communities in eligible regions. Funding may be used for capital expenses, training costs, marketing, and investments in information and communications technology. Eligible applicants are those lo...

Grants to Nova Scotia, New Brunswick, Prince Edward Island, and Newfoundland and Labrador nonprofit organizations, educational institutions, government agencies, and businesses for business expansion projects. Applicants are required to contact the funding source prior...

In-kind support to USA, Canada, and International startups, businesses, and individuals for business development assistance. Support involves discussions, consultation, and resources about technology to support business operations. The funder specializes in finding inn...

Opportunity for Canada women entrepreneurs to participate in an accelerator program. In addition to funding, support includes coaching and leadership training as part of finding effective methods for scaling up. Ideal companies are those that do business within main in...

Grants and in-kind support to USA, Canada, and International businesses, startups, and fintechs to help them streamline and upgrade their payment systems. In addition to monetary support, companies will receive mentorship, marketing support, and the use of the funding ...

Grants to USA, Canada, and International nonprofit, academic, and for-profit organizations, early-career and established researchers, and startups for studies related to colorectal cancer. Applicants are required to submit a letter of intent prior to a full grant appli...

Grants of up to $5,000, grants of up to $10,000, grants of up to $50,000, and in-kind services to USA, Canada, and International nonprofit organizations, developers, and researchers for projects in Artificial Intelligence. Funding is intended to support innovative appr...

Grants to Ontario property owners in eligible regions for economic development activities. Applicants are required to contact the funding source prior to submitting an application. Funding is intended for a range of activities including structural work, facade improvem...

Grants to Canada qualified donees, registered charities, and municipalities for projects, programs, and activities to benefit the community. Eligible organizations align with one of the following areas of interest: health, education, and arts and humanities. The Founda...

Grants of $1,000 to USA, Canada, and international start-up companies in the space industry for immediate needs. The grants are intended to bolster young companies that can benefit from unrestricted funding, such as entities that are facing cash flow problems and those...

Grants to Quebec businesses, nonprofit organizations, Indigenous organizations and governments, and economic development institutions for food initiatives in eligible locations. Funding is intended to strengthen food supply chains and to deploy innovative technologies ...

Grants to Quebec nonprofit organizations, small enterprises, and IHEs for quantum technology development. Funding is intended to advance the development of these technologies and related products that can be commercialized, to advance economic development in this secto...

Opportunity for USA, Canada, and International individuals to participate in a business fellowship program. Participants between the ages of 18 and 40 will take part in a 12-week program that includes mentorship and practical learning, and provides them with ongoing su...

Opportunity for USA, Canada, and International founders of startups to receive funding and mentorship from the funding source. The purpose of the program is to assist with the integration of artificial intelligence across all sectors. In addition to funding, founders w...

Grants to British Columbia First Nation governments and business entities, Tribes, and Indigenous associations, institutions, and entrepreneurs to enhance participation in the regulated plant-based drug industry. The goal of the program is to support Indigenous involve...

In-kind support to USA, Canada, and International business owners and entrepreneurs of African descent to establish or expand their fledgling businesses. Recipients will be given an annual subscription to the software of their choice, consultation, and credits to enlis...

Opportunity for USA, Canada, and International startups to participate in an accelerator program related to ocean protection and commercialization. In addition to a monetary investment from the funding source, participants will receive operational support, strategy con...

Opportunity for USA startups to become members of a support network. This program is intended for entrepreneurs developing ocean-focused startups, who will receive funding as well as personalized support as they grow their business. Members will benefit from the funder...

Grants and in-kind support to USA, Canada, and International early-stage companies to help them get their products to market. Eligible companies align themselves with one of the following areas of interest: climate and nature or health and well-being. In addition to fu...