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234 Community and Economic Development Grants for Canada

Grants to encourage community economic development, support construction, non-construction, technical assistance, new ideas and creative approaches to advance economic prosperity in distressed communities.

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Grants to British Columbia Qualified Donees for Programs to Address Community Needs in Eligibl...

Deadline 04/14/25

Grants to British Columbia qualified donees for community projects that address essential needs and build local capacity in eligible regions. Priority is given to proposals that use creative approaches, leverage funding to increase impact, involve partnerships, and est...

GrantWatch ID#: 152944

Grants to Ontario Charities in Eligible Regions for Capacity Building and Community Projects

Deadline 04/14/25

Grants of up to $2,500 to Ontario charities in eligible locations for projects that build organizational capacity and address community issues. Applicants must contact the funding source prior to submitting an application. Funding is intended for small, time-sensitive ...

GrantWatch ID#: 172536

Grants to Ontario Registered Charities for Community Programs and Small Capital Projects

Deadline 04/15/25

Grants to Ontario registered charities for programs and projects that benefit local communities in eligible counties. Applicants must contact the funding source prior to submitting an application. Programs are intended to address community concerns outlined in the Foun...

GrantWatch ID#: 180262

Grants to Saskatchewan Presenters and Organizations to Develop and Manage Arts Festivals and S...

Deadline 04/15/25

Grants to Saskatchewan presenters and organizations to develop and manage arts series and festivals that positively impact local communities. Applicants must contact staff prior to submitting a full application. Funding is intended to contribute to an organization's go...

GrantWatch ID#: 184403

Grants to Saskatchewan Charitable and Nonprofit Organizations for Activities to Benefit the Lo...

Deadline 04/15/25

Grants to Saskatchewan charitable and nonprofit organizations for a wide range of initiatives to benefit eligible communities. Funding is intended for projects that address a wide range of community needs and demonstrate cultural sensitivity and awareness. Eligible reg...

GrantWatch ID#: 186100

Grants to Manitoba Book Publishing Companies to Improve Marketing Activities

Deadline 04/15/25

Grants of up to $15,000 to Manitoba book publishing companies to improve marketing activities. Funding is intended to raise the profile of local book publishers and to increase sales of local books. Funding is also intended to support efforts to expand and sustain long...

GrantWatch ID#: 187898

Grants to Yukon Nonprofits, For-Profits, First Nations, Agencies, and CBOs to Promote Economic...

Deadline 04/15/25

Grants to Yukon nonprofit organizations, businesses, First Nations, municipalities, and community or industry groups to support economic development opportunities in local communities. Applicants must contact program staff prior to applying. Funding is intended for pro...

GrantWatch ID#: 196589

Grants to Alberta Nonprofits and Business Improvement Areas for Outdoor Community Events

Deadline 04/15/25

Grants of up to $10,000 to Alberta nonprofit organizations and business improvement areas to support outdoor community events in eligible locations. Funding is intended for mid-scale city-wide festivals, performances, parades, and other events that highlight local cult...

GrantWatch ID#: 208348

Grants to British Columbia Charities and Donees in Eligible Locations for Projects that Benefi...

Deadline 04/16/25

Grants to British Columbia registered charities and qualified donees in eligible locations for activities that benefit local communities. Funding is intended to support programs and projects in areas such as arts, culture, and heritage; children, youth, and families; t...

GrantWatch ID#: 171066

Fellowships to USA and Canada Native Innovators for Initiatives to Benefit Native Communities

Deadline 04/17/25

Fellowships to USA and Canada Native innovators for initiatives to benefit Native communities. Funding is intended to provide resources and support to advance community-based projects that positively impact Native communities throughout the country. Focus areas include...

GrantWatch ID#: 195553

Prizes to USA, Canada, and International Individuals, Organizations, Businesses, and Teams for...

Deadline 04/17/25

Opportunity for USA, Canada, and International individuals, organizations, businesses, and teams to participate in a competition to develop technology-based solutions to foster peace and economic prosperity. In addition to cash prizes, winners will receive personalized...

GrantWatch ID#: 213407

Prizes to USA, Canada, and International Individuals, Organizations, Businesses, and Teams for...

Deadline 04/17/25

Opportunity for USA, Canada, and International individuals, organizations, businesses, and teams to participate in a competition to develop technology-based solutions that address climate change. In addition to cash prizes, winners will receive personalized support, op...

GrantWatch ID#: 213410

Grants to British Columbia Registered Charities to Improve the Quality of Life for Residents

Deadline 04/18/25

Grants to British Columbia registered charities for projects that improve the quality of life for residents in eligible regions. Applicants should demonstrate how their projects fit the established priorities and will positively impact the community. Grants will be awa...

GrantWatch ID#: 169718

Grants to Ontario Arts and Cultural Nonprofits to Promote Local Tourism

Deadline 04/18/25

Grants to Ontario nonprofit arts and cultural organizations to promote local tourism. First-time applicants must contact program staff prior to submitting a preliminary application. Funding is intended to increase cultural tourism by helping arts, cultural, and heritag...

GrantWatch ID#: 199915

Grants and Loans to Ontario Businesses for Economic Development Assistance

Deadline 04/24/25

Grants and loans to Ontario businesses for economic development support. Applicants must register in the grant portal and consult with staff prior to applying. Funding is intended to assist advanced manufacturing companies, with a focus on small and medium-sized busine...

GrantWatch ID#: 204456

Awards to USA, Canada, and International Individuals and Organizations in Recognition of Outst...

Deadline 04/24/25

Awards to USA, Canada, and International individuals and organizations in recognition of outstanding contributions to the food sector. This award honors recipients whose efforts have resulted in innovative solutions to food insecurity in disadvantaged communities. The ...

GrantWatch ID#: 220010

Grants to Prince Edward Island Nonprofits for Projects to Benefit Women and Girls

Deadline 04/25/25

Grants to Prince Edward Island nonprofit organizations for programs to benefit women and girls. Funding is intended to assist nonprofits whose mission is to promote the social, health, legal, and economic equality of women. The proposal must demonstrate how women play ...

GrantWatch ID#: 166163

Grants to Manitoba Nonprofits in Eligible Regions for Organizational Efficiency and Capacity-B...

Deadline 04/25/25

Grants of up to $5,000 to Manitoba nonprofit agencies in eligible locations for projects that support organizational efficiency and strengthen capacity. Eligible uses of funds include research, human resources, financial management, strategy and business planning, stra...

GrantWatch ID#: 166400

Grants to Alberta Nonprofits and Recreation Societies to Improve Public Facilities

Deadline 04/25/25

Grants to Alberta rural nonprofit organizations, recreation societies, and agricultural societies in eligible regions to improve public facilities. Funding is intended for facility maintenance, upkeep, and repair projects. Funding must be used for community, cultural, ...

GrantWatch ID#: 173003

Grants to Saskatchewan Registered Charities, First Nations, and Municipalities for Native Cult...

Deadline 04/25/25

Grants of up to $30,000 to Saskatchewan registered charities, First Nations, and municipalities for Native cultural programs and activities that benefit youth. Applicants must contact program staff before applying. Funding is intended for programs that impart knowledge...

GrantWatch ID#: 175452

Grants to Nova Scotia Municipalities for Significant Infrastructure Projects

Deadline 04/28/25

Grants to Nova Scotia municipalities for significant local infrastructure projects. Interested applicants must contact program staff prior to applying. Funding is intended for activities and projects that improve infrastructure related to sewage disposal, solid waste m...

GrantWatch ID#: 143644

Grants to Nova Scotia Municipalities for Projects to Reduce the Risk of Flooding in Local Comm...

Deadline 04/28/25

Grants to Nova Scotia municipalities for projects that reduce the risk of flooding and mitigate the vulnerability of local communities. Interested applicants must contact staff prior to submitting an application. Funding is intended to support studies that contribute t...

GrantWatch ID#: 143645
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Grants, Sponsorships, and Prizes to Manitoba Organizations to Enhance the Local Community

Deadline 04/28/25

Grants, sponsorships, and prizes to Manitoba organizations to enhance the local community. Grant funds may be requested for professional development, equipment, planning, and public awareness. Sponsorships are available for fundraisers, arts and cultural events, and co...

GrantWatch ID#: 156673

Grants to Ontario Content Production Companies for Activities to Promote Company Growth and Bu...

Deadline 04/28/25

Grants of up to $15,000 to Ontario digital content production companies for activities to promote company growth and business development. First-time applicants must contact the funding source prior to applying. Funding is intended for a broad range of networking activ...

GrantWatch ID#: 189199

Grants to Ontario Communities and Indigenous Communities to Enhance Water Crossing Infrastruct...

Deadline 04/28/25

Grants to Ontario communities and Indigenous communities to enhance water crossing infrastructure in eligible regions. Funding may be used for repairs to existing structures and the installation of new infrastructure. Eligible projects are located in and benefit commun...

GrantWatch ID#: 210262

Grants to Saskatchewan Nonprofits for Local Events that Promote Community Engagement and Unity

Deadline 04/30/25

Grants of up to $5,000 to Saskatchewan nonprofit organizations for activities that foster community engagement and unity in eligible locations. Funding is intended to support events that are open to the public and are community-based. Grants will assist with new or uni...

GrantWatch ID#: 140769

Grants to British Columbia Nonprofits in Eligible Locations for Programs that Assist Vulnerabl...

Deadline 04/30/25

Grants to British Columbia nonprofit organizations in eligible locations for programs that address inequity and assist vulnerable residents. First-time applicants are required to contact program staff prior to submitting an application. Funding is intended to support s...

GrantWatch ID#: 142178

Grants and In-Kind Support to Ontario Young People in Eligible Locations to Promote Business D...

Deadline 04/30/25

Grants of up to $3,000 and in-kind support to Ontario young people in eligible locations to promote business development. Funding is intended to help entrepreneurs launch a summer business. In addition to monetary support, successful applicants will receive business tr...

GrantWatch ID#: 154173

Grants to Saskatchewan Nonprofits in Eligible Areas for Programs that Benefit Local Communit...

Deadline 04/30/25

Grants of up to $25,000 to Saskatchewan nonprofit organizations in eligible areas for programs, activities, and events that benefit local communities. Applicants must complete required registrations prior to applying. Funding is intended to support community developmen...

GrantWatch ID#: 175144

Grants to Alberta Nonprofits and Community Organizations to Enhance Community Programming and ...

Deadline 04/30/25

Grants to Alberta nonprofit societies and community organizations for projects that enhance community programming and benefit local residents in eligible locations. Funding is intended for projects that promote diversity and inclusion, foster a sense of community, and ...

GrantWatch ID#: 181065

Grants to Ontario Production Companies for Television and Film Projects in Eligible Locations

Deadline 04/30/25

Grants to Ontario production companies to produce local movies and television shows in eligible locations. Eligible projects include made-for-television movies and television series, documentaries, and theatrical feature films. The purpose of this program is to increas...

GrantWatch ID#: 183504

Grants to Ontario Record Labels and Music Publishers to Develop the Local Music Market

Deadline 04/30/25

Grants to Ontario record labels and music publishers to develop the local music market. First-time applicants must contact program staff prior to applying. Funding is intended to promote job creation; expand artist rosters; invest in professional recording and producti...

GrantWatch ID#: 190230

Grants to Newfoundland and Labrador Nonprofits, Municipalities, Schools, and Indigenous Govern...

Deadline 04/30/25

Grants to Newfoundland and Labrador nonprofit organizations, community groups, municipalities, schools, service districts, and indigenous governments for programs and activities that promote the health and wellbeing of local residents. Funding is available for initiati...

GrantWatch ID#: 201747

Grants to USA, Canada, and International Individuals and Organizations for Programs to Provide...

Deadline 04/30/25

Grants to USA, Canada, and International individuals and organizations for programs to provide necessary assistance. Eligible projects are those based on the corporal works of mercy. The purpose of the program is to enable the funding source to perform social outreach....

GrantWatch ID#: 210902

Opportunity for USA, Canada, and International Nonprofits and Agencies to Address Sustainable ...

Deadline 04/30/25

Opportunity for USA, Canada, and International nonprofit and government organizations to participate in a virtual accelerator program to address sustainable consumption and production. The purpose of the program is to provide participants with access to the funding sou...

GrantWatch ID#: 213347

Grants to Nova Scotia Nonprofits for Capital Improvement Projects

Deadline 04/30/25

Grants to Nova Scotia nonprofit organizations in eligible regions for capital improvement projects. Applicants must contact the funding source prior to submitting an application. Eligible projects include community hall renovations, playground development, and sports f...

GrantWatch ID#: 214956

Grants to Alberta Nonprofits, Businesses, and Community Groups to Support Local Public Events

Deadline 05/01/25

Grants to Alberta nonprofit organizations, businesses, art societies and collectives, and community groups to support public events in eligible regions. Funding may be requested for core staging costs for single-day and multi-day events. Successful applicants will rece...

GrantWatch ID#: 140592

Grants to Nova Scotia Nonprofits for Events that Promote Tourism and Economic Development in E...

Deadline 05/01/25

Grants of up to $25,000 and grants of up to $50,000 to Nova Scotia nonprofit organizations in eligible regions for events that promote local tourism and economic development. Funding is intended for operating, programming, promotional, and marketing expenses. Grants wi...

GrantWatch ID#: 166719

Grants to New Brunswick Charities, Municipalities, Agencies, and Athletic Associations to Im...

Deadline 05/01/25

Grants to New Brunswick registered charities, municipalities, government agencies, and amateur athletic associations in eligible locations to enhance the quality of life for residents. Funding may be used for programs in the areas of education, arts and culture, econom...

GrantWatch ID#: 170227

Grants to Alberta Nonprofits, Community Leagues, and Businesses for Community Improvement Proj...

Deadline 05/01/25

Grants of up to $8,000 to Alberta nonprofits, community leagues, and businesses for community improvement projects in eligible regions. Funding is for the design and installation of outdoor wall art in highly visible locations. The goal of the program is to beautify co...

GrantWatch ID#: 177709

Grants to Alberta Businesses and Entrepreneurs for Development and Expansion Projects in Eligi...

Deadline 05/02/25

Grants of up to $10,000 to Alberta small businesses and entrepreneurs for development and expansion projects in eligible locations. The goal of funding is to provide financial support to existing businesses wanting to expand services or products that are unique to the ...

GrantWatch ID#: 208529

Opportunity for Manitoba Emerging Artists to Develop Public Artworks for Eligible Locations

Deadline 05/04/25

Opportunity for Manitoba emerging artists and artist teams to submit qualifications to develop public artworks to be incorporated into an urban mixed-use neighborhood currently under development. Three artists will be shortlisted to develop a full proposal, and one art...

GrantWatch ID#: 219682

Grants to British Columbia Residents for Community Projects

Deadline 05/09/25

Grants of up to $500 to British Columbia individuals for community activities in eligible locations. Funding is intended for projects that help to strengthen neighborhoods. Preference is given to new projects or those that have been funded for fewer than three years in...

GrantWatch ID#: 219334
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Grants to Yukon Media Production Companies for Preliminary Production Activities

Deadline 05/13/25

Grants of up to $15,000 to Yukon media production companies for preliminary production activities. Eligible projects are professional digital media projects, television programs, and films that benefit the Yukon economy. Funding is intended to help companies attract co...

GrantWatch ID#: 201767
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Grants to Ontario Neighborhood Groups in Eligible Areas for Events that Benefit Local Communit...

Deadline 05/14/25

Grants of up to $7,500 to Ontario neighborhood groups in eligible areas for resident-led projects that strengthen local communities. Applicants must contact program staff prior to applying. Funding is intended for activities and events that help residents make connecti...

GrantWatch ID#: 140807

Grants to Saskatchewan Nonprofits, Agencies, and Schools for Recreational, Sports, and Cultura...

Deadline 05/15/25

Grants of up to $1,000 to Saskatchewan nonprofit organizations, schools, and municipal and First Nations recreation authorities to enhance cultural, recreational, and sports opportunities for residents in eligible regions. The purpose of the program is to encourage res...

GrantWatch ID#: 163128

Grants to Saskatchewan First Nations and Non-First Nations Charities for Projects that Benefit...

Deadline 05/15/25

Grants to Saskatchewan First Nations and non-First Nations charitable organizations for economic and community development projects that benefit First Nations communities in eligible regions. Applicants must complete required registrations prior to applying. Funding is...

GrantWatch ID#: 165205

Grants to Yukon Individuals, Nonprofits, and For-Profits for Professional Development in the...

Deadline 05/15/25

Grants to Yukon individuals, nonprofit organizations, and for-profits to promote the career advancement of those working in creative industries. Applicants must consult with program staff prior to applying. Funding is intended to support training opportunities that wil...

GrantWatch ID#: 169654
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Grants to Nova Scotia Nonprofits, Businesses, and Agencies to Provide College Students with Wo...

Deadline 05/15/25

Grants to Nova Scotia nonprofit organizations and charities, social enterprises, municipalities, and private sector entities to provide students with paid work experience related to their chosen career paths. Funding, in the form of a financial incentive, is intended t...

GrantWatch ID#: 175370

Grants to Alberta Nonprofits and First Nations Settlements for Capital Projects

Deadline 05/15/25

Grants to Alberta nonprofit organizations and First Nations and Métis Settlements for capital projects. Applicants are required to register in the grant portal prior to submitting an application. Funding is intended to encourage local economic growth and to enhance pu...

GrantWatch ID#: 177499
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