221 Canada Community Economic Development Grants

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

Opportunity for USA, Canada, and International startups to participate in a business development program. Applications are welcome from businesses in all industries, verticals, and models. Participants will receive investment funding, mentoring, deals and perks, and ne...

Opportunity for USA, Canada, and International businesses to participate in a food and agricultural business competition to benefit eligible regions. Successful applicants will receive monetary support, business development support, training, and mentorship. As a condi...

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...

Awards to USA, Canada, and International nonprofit organizations, IHEs, government agencies, corporations, and individuals in recognition of outstanding contributions to the field of artificial intelligence. Submissions will be judged based on impact, innovation, susta...

Grants of $500 to British Columbia organizations in eligible regions for environmental projects. Eligible project ideas include neighborhood clean-ups, food workshops promoting plant-based eating, beautification activities, and promoting alternative modes of transporta...

Grants to Ontario nonprofit and for-profit organizations, government agencies, and tribal entities for capital projects that improve recreational facilities. Funding is intended to enhance and expand existing community sport and recreation infrastructure and support th...

Grants of up to $10,000 to Alberta businesses and organizations in eligible locations for exterior building improvements. Funding is intended for projects that enhance the aesthetic appeal and the quality of life of the community. Eligible projects are those that meet ...

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 of up to $25,000 to British Columbia regional districts and municipalities for capacity-building projects. Funding is intended to increase the sustainability of services by improving asset management practices. New projects and new project components are eligibl...

Grants of up to $1,500 to British Columbia resident groups in eligible locations for community improvement projects. An eligibility screening is required prior to applying. Funding is intended to enhance local neighborhoods and foster neighborhood pride. Focus areas in...

Grants of up to $50,000 to Ontario nonprofit organizations and businesses to promote culture, community, and economic development. Applicants must contact program staff and complete required registrations prior to applying. Funding is intended to support the culture an...

Grants of up to $25,000 to Ontario nonprofit organizations and community organizations to benefit the local community in eligible locations. Areas of focus include safety and well-being, community growth, service improvements, and environmental sustainability. Programs...

Awards to USA, Canada, and International nonprofit organizations, community groups, government agencies, businesses, and individuals for initiatives or projects that have made a significant and lasting impact on communities. Funding is intended to recognize sustainable...

Grants to Canada music artists, independent record labels, and artist managers for marketing and promotional activities. Funding is intended to help emerging and promising music artists launch their professional careers. The goal of the program is to directly impact ar...

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...

Grants of up to $10,000 to Alberta nonprofit organizations, institutions of higher education, foundations, and First Nations and Metis organizations in eligible locations for programs and projects that benefit local residents. Funding is intended for one-time initiativ...

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...

Grants of up to $35,000 to British Columbia sports organizations, community associations, clubs, registered societies, local government agencies, academic institutions, and Aboriginal bands to host amateur sporting events. Funding is intended to support sports programs...

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...

Grants of up to $5,000 to British Columbia property and business owners, nonprofit societies, and home-based companies in eligible locations for repairs and upgrades of commercial properties and structures. Applicants must contact program staff prior to applying. Fundi...

Grants to Alberta nonprofit organizations in eligible locations for activities that enhance the local community. Applicants must contact staff prior to applying. Funding is intended to support large-scale transformative projects that foster economic development, streng...

Grants of up to $7,500 to Alberta nonprofit organizations to develop or maintain community events. Funding is intended to organize and deliver events that improve the local quality of life, contribute to the culture of the community, create affordable entertainment, an...

Grants to Newfoundland and Labrador publishing businesses to foster business growth and development. Funding may be used for costs associated with professional development, design, marketing, and editing. The purpose of the program is to enhance the economic stability ...

Grants to Ontario nonprofit and volunteer organizations for capital projects that benefit communities in eligible locations. Funding is intended for projects that enhance or enrich the community through the construction or acquisition of physical assets, including, but...

Grants of up to $10,000 to Ontario nonprofit and volunteer organizations for programs and activities that benefit communities in eligible locations. Funding is intended for community services, arts and cultural events, tourism-related programs, environmental projects, ...

Grants to Saskatchewan nonprofit and charitable organizations for programs that benefit First Nation communities and residents in eligible areas. Funding is intended to promote and build healthy communities. Programs should align with the Funding Source's core values o...

Grants of up to $50,000 to Saskatchewan registered nonprofit groups and organizations in eligible locations to host large events. Applicants must contact the funding source prior to submitting an application. Funding is intended for a broad range of events that benefit...

Grants of up to $25,000 and in-kind support to Ontario artists, arts collectives, and nonprofit organizations to provide public programs in eligible locations. Funding is intended for projects and programming in a range of artistic disciplines including music, dance, t...

Opportunity for USA, Canada, and International foundations, organizations, companies, design studios, social enterprises, and entrepreneurs to participate in a contest to help solve societal concerns. The purpose of the contest is for applicants to address one or more ...

Grants to British Columbia historic property owners to maintain and protect heritage buildings in eligible locations. Funding is intended to renovate and preserve historically significant residential and non-residential buildings. Eligible projects are located in the C...

Competition for USA, Canada, and International entrepreneurs representing any business model, including both nonprofit and for-profit organizations, for ventures that enhance the distribution of poverty interventions in developing countries. Prize winners will be award...

Grants of up to $10,000 to British Columbia municipalities and districts for community improvement initiatives. Funding is intended for projects that advance public health and safety, strengthen regional and local economies, and protect the environment. Grants can supp...

Grants of up to $30,000 to Ontario neighborhood-based community groups in eligible locations for new resident-led initiatives and projects. Priority will be given to new or emerging neighborhood groups. Funding may be used for capital projects, events, and various neig...

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...

Grants of up to $2,200 to Alberta nonprofit organizations for fitness, sports, cultural, and other recreational programs that benefit residents in eligible locations. Applicants must contact program staff before applying. Funding is available for programs and events in...

Grants to Manitoba schools and school divisions for workforce readiness programs. The purpose of this program is to provide students with the equipment and skills they need to encourage and prepare them to take advantage of local employment opportunities. Funding is in...

Grants to Canada IHE faculty members to partner with companies, researcher-owned companies, and early-stage investment groups to develop and transfer technology from colleges and universities to companies throughout the country. Funding is intended to support research ...

Grants of up to $10,000 to USA and Canada companies in the home service sector for business development assistance. Applicants must submit a preliminary application prior to applying. Funding is intended to allow home service providers to achieve their professional goa...

Grants of up to $20,000 to Ontario registered charities, nonprofit organizations, and cooperatives to address financial literacy, education, and inclusion in underserved communities. Applicants must submit a letter of inquiry prior to submitting a full proposal. Specia...

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...

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 submit a concept paper and consult with program staff prior to submitting a full...

Grants and loans to Ontario forest sector businesses, IHEs, and forest-sector related nonprofit organizations to advance the forestry and wood products industry throughout the Province. Applicants must submit a first-stage application prior to applying. Funding is int...

Opportunity for British Columbia artists to become the resident artist for a city. The artist will be expected to engage the community, create temporary artwork for the city, and address climate change and/or the environment in their work. Artists may be individuals or...