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202 Canada Community Economic Development Grants

202 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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Rebates to British Columbia Nonprofits, For-Profits, and IHEs in Eligible Regions for Innova...

Deadline Ongoing

Rebates of up to $50,000 to British Columbia nonprofit organizations, businesses, and IHEs for innovative activities that foster economic development in eligible regions. Applicants must contact staff prior to submitting a proposal. Requests will be accepted for projec...

GrantWatch ID#: 184101
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Grants to Canada Qualified Donees for Programs that Address Climate, Reconciliation, and Commu...

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Grants to Canada qualified donees for programs that benefit the community. Focus areas include strengthening communities, reconciliation, and climate. The purpose of this program is to advance community well-being and environmental sustainability at a generational scal...

GrantWatch ID#: 184312
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Grants to Saskatchewan Nonprofits and Businesses for Employee Training Programs

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Grants to Saskatchewan nonprofit organizations and businesses for workforce development and training. The purpose of the grant program is to provide unemployed and underemployed workers with opportunities to train for new or better jobs. Eligible costs include tuition ...

GrantWatch ID#: 184326

Grants to Prince Edward Island Organizations for Recreation, Sporting, and Tourism Events

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Grants to Prince Edward Island organizations for events that have a positive economic impact in eligible communities. Funding is intended for events that increase tourism to the local area. Eligible types of activities include sporting, recreational, and tourism events...

GrantWatch ID#: 184921
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Grants to Nova Scotia Nonprofits in Eligible Locations to Host Local Festivals and Events

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Grants to Nova Scotia nonprofit organizations in eligible locations to host festivals and events in local communities. Funding is intended to provide economic and community benefit by encouraging the participation of area residents as well as visitors from outside the ...

GrantWatch ID#: 185202

Grants to New Brunswick Organizations to Host Business Gatherings and Events

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Grants to New Brunswick organizations to host business gatherings and conventions in eligible locations that benefit the local community. Funding is intended to provide assistance for conducting seminars, trade shows, and meetings that will have a positive economic eff...

GrantWatch ID#: 185731
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Fellowships to Ontario Individuals to Pursue Projects in Arts, Environment, and Local Economic...

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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...

GrantWatch ID#: 186721

Grants and In-Kind Support to British Columbia Youth in Eligible Locations for Leadership Oppo...

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Grants of up to $1,000 and in-kind support to British Columbia youth in eligible locations for leadership opportunities in conducting community events and projects. The program is intended to provide groups of local teenage youth with funding, mentoring, and workshops ...

GrantWatch ID#: 186805

Grants to Alberta Nonprofits in Eligible Regions for Athletic Events that Promote Local Touris...

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Grants to Alberta nonprofit sporting organizations in eligible locations for athletic events that promote local tourism. Funding is intended to host and promote events that have a positive economic impact on the community. The goal of the grant program is to attract v...

GrantWatch ID#: 188274
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Grants to British Columbia Organizations in Eligible Regions to Host Community Events

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Grants to British Columbia organizations in eligible regions to host community events. Some applicants are required to contact the funding source prior to submitting a proposal. Funding is intended to support the development of significant events open to the general pu...

GrantWatch ID#: 188633
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Grants to Alberta Donees for Capital Projects to Meet Requirements and Improve Services in Eli...

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Grants of up to $500 to Alberta donees for capital projects in eligible regions. Funding is intended for capital expenses and equipment costs that enable the improvements required to meet licensing or safety standards. Funding will also support facility renovations and...

GrantWatch ID#: 190327

Grants to Alberta Businesses and Business Associations for Economic Development Projects

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Grants of up to $50,000 to Alberta businesses and business associations in eligible locations for economic development. Funding is intended to attract investment, diversify the economy, create new jobs, and increase revenue for both existing and new businesses. Project...

GrantWatch ID#: 191108

Grants to Ontario Nonprofits and Faith-Based Organizations to Respond to Violent Incidents a...

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Grants of up to $5,000 to Ontario nonprofit and faith-based groups in eligible regions to respond to the impact of recent violent incidents. Funding is intended to support the development and implementation of crisis response projects and the creation of support tools ...

GrantWatch ID#: 192106

Grants to British Columbia Nonprofits to Support Economic Development, Youth, Financial Litera...

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Grants of up to $1,000 to British Columbia nonprofit organizations for activities that benefit communities in eligible locations. Funding is intended to support events and initiatives that will enhance financial proficiency and economic growth in the community. Funds m...

GrantWatch ID#: 192557

Tax Credits to Alberta For-Profit Businesses for TV and Movie Production Expenses

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Tax credits to Alberta for-profit production companies for the development and presentation of TV shows, movies, and other screen-based productions. Funding is intended to support medium-sized and large-scale productions with the goal of promoting growth, sustainabilit...

GrantWatch ID#: 193473

Grants and In-Kind Support to USA, Canada, and International Groups, Nonprofits, and Individua...

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Grants of up to $1,000 and in-kind support to USA, Canada, and International organizations, nonprofit organizations, and individuals for grassroots community projects. Funding is intended for a broad range of initiatives that improve the quality of life for people worl...

GrantWatch ID#: 193801

Grants to Alberta Organizations and Businesses to Strengthen the Agriculture Industry

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Grants to Alberta industry organizations, food processors, and agricultural businesses to strengthen the province's agriculture sector. Applicants must contact program staff prior to submitting an application. Funding is intended to support strategic programs and proje...

GrantWatch ID#: 197026

Grants to British Columbia Nonprofits, Agencies, and First Nations for Property Purchases Be...

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Grants to British Columbia nonprofit organizations, local governments, and First Nations communities to acquire property that will benefit the local community in eligible locations. Interested applicants must contact staff or submit an online inquiry prior to applying....

GrantWatch ID#: 197430
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Grants to Ontario Businesses in Eligible Regions for the Production of New Technologies

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Grants to Ontario businesses and businesses partnering with research institutions or institutions of higher education in eligible regions for the production of new technologies. Funding is intended for the research, development, demonstration, and commercialization of ...

GrantWatch ID#: 197490

Grants to Ontario IHEs and Research Institutions in Eligible Regions to Develop Research Capac...

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Grants to Ontario institutions of higher education and research institutions in eligible regions to develop research capacity. The purpose of the program is to contribute to the economic development of local communities through research related to key economic sectors....

GrantWatch ID#: 197491

Grants to Ontario New Businesses in Eligible Regions to Foster Economic Development in Local...

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

GrantWatch ID#: 197492

Grants to Canada Nonprofits, Businesses, Agencies, IHEs, and Indigenous Organizations for Proj...

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Grants to Canada nonprofit organizations, businesses, government agencies, IHEs, and indigenous organizations for projects that create employment opportunities. The purpose of the funding is to facilitate the transition of local economies to green economies, therefore ...

GrantWatch ID#: 197520

Grants to USA and Canada Nonprofits to Promote Opportunities for Black Youth and Young Adul...

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Grants to USA and Canada nonprofit organizations to promote economic opportunities for Black youth and young adults. Funding is intended for capacity-building efforts and program support. Applicants should provide mentorship and professional coaching, skills training, ...

GrantWatch ID#: 198004

Grants to British Columbia Agencies, First Nations, Businesses, and Community Groups to Beauti...

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Grants to British Columbia government agencies, councils, businesses, First Nations, and community groups for artistic projects to beautify local hydro boxes. Funding is intended for decorative wraps that improve the appearance of local neighborhoods, promote public ar...

GrantWatch ID#: 198689

Grants to Alberta Nonprofits, For-Profits, and Individuals to Rejuvenate Local Communities

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Grants of up to $20,000 to Alberta nonprofit organizations, businesses, and individuals to rejuvenate communities in eligible locations. Funding is intended for a broad range of projects including those that improve local parks, promote the arts, and increase community...

GrantWatch ID#: 199479

Grants to Prince Edward Island Export Businesses to Build Capacity

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Grants to Prince Edward Island export businesses for capacity-building activities. Funding is intended for businesses primarily within the following sectors: bioscience, energy and communications technologies, manufacturing, aerospace, and culture. Unusual goods in oth...

GrantWatch ID#: 199866
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Grants to Ontario Agencies to Improve Energy Efficiency

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Grants of up to $25,000 and grants of up to $90,000 to Ontario municipalities for plans that will help to increase energy efficiency and promote the production of renewable energy. Funding is intended to develop new plans and to continue work on an existing plan, inclu...

GrantWatch ID#: 200650
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Grants to Quebec Nonprofits and Qualified Donees in Eligible Locations for Community Improveme...

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Grants to Quebec nonprofit organizations and qualified donees in eligible areas to enhance the quality of life for local residents. Funding is intended for large-scale campaign funding, capital projects for heritage buildings, and nutrition programs. Eligible projects ...

GrantWatch ID#: 201325

Grants to Yukon Media Production Companies for the Creation of New Projects

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Grants of up to $40,000 to Yukon media production companies for the creation of new projects. Eligible projects are professional digital media projects, television programs, and films that benefit the Yukon economy. Eligible uses of funds include, but are not limited t...

GrantWatch ID#: 201764

Rebates to Yukon Media Production Companies for New Productions Employing Yukon Residents

Deadline Ongoing

Rebates to Yukon media production companies for new productions employing Yukon residents. Eligible projects employ at least three Yukoners in key positions in professional digital media projects, television programs, and films that benefit the Yukon economy. Returning...

GrantWatch ID#: 201770
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Grants to Canada Charities, Nonprofits, and Qualified Donees for Educational Initiatives to Pr...

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Grants to Canada registered charities, nonprofit organizations, and qualified donees for educational initiatives that promote financial literacy. The purpose of the program is to improve financial education and resources for individuals in the community. Funding is int...

GrantWatch ID#: 202016

Grants to British Columbia Nonprofits and School Groups for Community Improvement Projects and...

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Grants of up to $1,500 and grants of up to $7,500 to British Columbia nonprofit organizations and school groups for capital projects and activities that improve neighborhoods in eligible communities. Eligible projects include planting gardens, painting murals, creating...

GrantWatch ID#: 202156
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Grants to Canada Nonprofits and Businesses in Multiple Provinces for Business Expansion Proj...

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Grants to Nova Scotia, New Brunswick, Prince Edward Island, and Newfoundland and Labrador nonprofit organizations and businesses for business expansion projects. Applicants are required to contact the funding source prior to submitting an application. Funding is intend...

GrantWatch ID#: 203747
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Grants to Canada Nonprofits, Indigenous Entities, and Municipalities in Multiple Provinces t...

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Grants to Nova Scotia, New Brunswick, Prince Edward Island, and Newfoundland and Labrador nonprofit organizations, Indigenous entities, municipalities, educational institutions, and industry associations for initiatives that promote economic development. Projects under...

GrantWatch ID#: 203749

Grants to British Columbia Nonprofits to Improve the Local Quality of Life in Eligible Regions

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Grants to British Columbia nonprofit organizations, societies, and municipal councils for programs and projects that enhance the local quality of life in eligible regions. Applicants must contact program staff prior to submitting an application. Funding is intended to ...

GrantWatch ID#: 202840

Grants to British Columbia Businesses and Nonprofits in Eligible Locations for Commercial Buil...

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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...

GrantWatch ID#: 204610

Grants to Canada Arts Nonprofits for Assistance in Averting Closure

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Grants to Canada nonprofit arts organizations for assistance in averting closure. Applicants are required to contact the funding source prior to applying. Funding is intended to assist arts organizations that have been serving a receptive community that would support i...

GrantWatch ID#: 205241

Grants to Canada Nonprofits, Charities, Schools, Libraries and Hospitals for Activities that B...

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Grants to Canada nonprofit organizations, registered charities, schools, libraries and hospitals for initiatives to benefit the community. Funding areas of interest include sustaining communities, disaster preparedness and relief, and nutrition.

GrantWatch ID#: 205321

Opportunity for Ontario Industrial Property Owners to Receive Development Certification

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Opportunity for Ontario industrial property owners to receive development certification for their site. Applicants are required to consult with the funding source prior to submitting an application. The purpose of the program is to expedite the search process for poten...

GrantWatch ID#: 205411

Grants to Alberta Businesses in Eligible Locations to Support Repairs to Commercial Buildings

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Grants of up to $5,000 to Alberta businesses in eligible locations to support repairs to commercial buildings. Funding is intended to assist businesses that have broken windows and damaged storefronts resulting from an act of vandalism. Funds may also be used to repair...

GrantWatch ID#: 207730

Grants to British Columbia Nonprofit Societies for Capital Improvement Projects in Eligible Lo...

Deadline Ongoing

Grants to British Columbia nonprofit societies in eligible locations for capital improvement projects that promote productivity, economic growth, a clean environment, and strong communities. Funding is intended for construction and renovation projects in a range of cat...

GrantWatch ID#: 208171

Grants to British Columbia Nonprofit Sports Organizations to Host Amateur Events

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Grants of up to $5,000 to British Columbia nonprofit sports organizations in eligible regions to host competitive amateur sports events. Funding is intended for competitions that are open to the public and that feature regional, provincial, or international competitors...

GrantWatch ID#: 208744

Grants to Prince Edward Island Businesses to Translate Websites from English to French

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Grants of up to $750 to Prince Edward Island businesses to translate websites from English to French. The purpose of the program is to enhance the web presence of tourism products and services to benefit Francophone visitors to the region. Enhanced support is also avai...

GrantWatch ID#: 209185
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Grants to Alberta Nonprofits for Projects to Improve the Quality of Life for Local Residents

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Grants to Alberta nonprofit organizations for projects and programs to improve the quality of life for residents in eligible regions. Funding is intended for projects that fall into one of the following categories: community arts and culture and neighborhood connection...

GrantWatch ID#: 209198
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Grants to Manitoba Companies to Promote International Business Development

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Grants of up to $2,000 to Manitoba for-profit entities to host international buyers who are visiting the province for the first time. Funding is intended to host buyers who are seeking new products or services from local suppliers. The goal of the grant program is for ...

GrantWatch ID#: 209976

Grants to New Brunswick Registered Charities for Projects and Programs to Benefit Residents in...

Deadline Ongoing

Grants to New Brunswick registered charities for projects and programs to benefit residents in eligible communities. Applicants must contact program staff prior to submitting an application. The purpose of the program is to enhance the effectiveness of organizations th...

GrantWatch ID#: 210131

Grants and In-Kind Support to Ontario Organizations to Host Public Events

Deadline Ongoing

Grants of up to $500 and in-kind support to Ontario organizations in eligible regions to host events for the public. The purpose of the program is to provide city facilities for events that offer a community benefit. Eligible events include arts and culture, sports and...

GrantWatch ID#: 210211

Grants to Ontario Organizations to Benefit Individuals in Eligible Communities Affected by a D...

Deadline Ongoing

Grants of up to $10,000 to Ontario organizations to benefit individuals in eligible communities affected by a disaster. Funding is intended for organizations that work on mental health, housing, and community development initiatives. The purpose of the program is to be...

GrantWatch ID#: 210254
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Grants to USA and Canada Organizations, Emergency Services, and Indigenous Organizations for P...

Deadline Ongoing

Grants to USA and Canada organizations, emergency services, and Indigenous organizations for programs and projects to benefit residents in communities where the funding source operates. Eligible programs are those that fall into one of the following focus areas: sustai...

GrantWatch ID#: 210562

Grants to British Columbia Indigenous Organizations and Agencies to Address Employment Gaps an...

Deadline Ongoing

Grants to British Columbia First Nations, Tribal councils, Métis Nation Government, and Indigenous organizations to address workforce barriers impacting Indigenous people across the province. Funding is intended to assist Indigenous communities in identifying gaps, op...

GrantWatch ID#: 212694
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