Canada Grants for Individuals

Prizes to Canada scholars to recognize outstanding contributions in various fields. Prizes are intended to honor scholars for exceptional research conducted at hospitals, scientific or research institutes, universities, or other similar institutions in the fields of en...

Fellowships to Canada researchers to pursue novel research projects in collaboration with other researchers. Collaborative research to develop innovative, groundbreaking new technologies that solve public policy challenges are encouraged. All research projects must ali...

Fellowships to Canada scholars, professors, and researchers to pursue original, independent research projects. This opportunity is intended for research in the fields of the humanities, social sciences, natural sciences, health sciences, engineering, or studies linking...

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...

Grants and in-kind services to USA, Canada, and international researchers for collaborative studies on ovarian cancer using machine learning or AI. A Letter of Intent is required before submission of a full application. The funding is intended for research in coordinat...

Grants to USA, Canada, and International individuals to devise educational solutions to environmental concerns. Applicants are required to submit a pre-application prior to a full grant application. The purpose of the program is for individuals to identify place-based ...

Grants to Alberta-registered nonprofit charities, community groups, and societies in eligible locations for activities to enhance the quality of life for local residents. Funding areas of interest include the environment, community support, and community well-being. El...

Grants to Alberta artists and collectives for artistic projects in eligible regions. Funding is intended for activities in all artistic disciplines. Eligible activities include marketing and promotion; research, creation of new work, professional development, and prese...

Opportunity for USA, Canada, and International individuals, teams, and entities, to participate in a contest to design a stuffed toy to be launched aboard a spacecraft. The purpose of the contest is to create a zero gravity indicator that would have global significance...

Grants of up to $15,000 to USA, Canada, and International students, research interns, faculty members, or association management professionals affiliated with academic institutions for research addressing diversity, equity, and inclusion in the association community. F...

Fellowships to USA, Canada, and International undergraduate students at IHEs in multiple locations for research studies related to the neurosciences. An LOI is required prior to a full proposal. Selected fellows will conduct projects under the mentorship of researchers...

Grants to USA, Canada, and International early-career investigators affiliated with nonprofit research institutions for studies related to mental health disorders. Eligible applicants must have a doctoral-level degree. Funding is intended to identify biomarkers that co...

Grants of up to $15,000 to Manitoba Indigenous professional artists, arts groups, scholars of Indigenous tradition, and community-based nonprofit organizations for a broad range of artistic activities. Applicants must be pre-approved prior to submitting an application....

Scholarships to Ontario individuals with intellectual disabilities to enroll in personal interest and academic courses. Funding is intended to provide Ontario residents aged 18 and older with opportunities for professional development and community inclusion. The goal ...

Opportunity for an Alberta writer or poet to be selected as the poet Laureate in eligible regions. The two-year position will require the laureate to act as a literary ambassador locally and outside the city, participate in live city events, and create poetry programm...

Grants to Ontario commercial property owners in eligible regions for capital improvements to property façades. Certain applicants are required to contact the funding source prior to applying. Eligible uses of funds include exterior painting, lighting, awnings, and bri...

Grants to Ontario commercial property owners in eligible regions to upgrade storefront signage. Certain applicants must contact the funding source prior to applying. Funding is available to create new signs or refurbish existing ones. Eligible types of signage includ...

Grants to Ontario tenants and owners of agricultural property in eligible regions for business expansion initiatives. Applicants must consult with the funding source prior to submitting an application. Funding is intended for infrastructure improvements in the areas of...

Grants of up to $7,000 to Ontario property owners in eligible regions to revitalize unused properties. Applicants are required to contact the funding source prior to applying. Funding is intended for institutional, industrial, agricultural, and commercial property owne...

Grants to Ontario commercial property owners and merchants in eligible regions to improve accessibility for their facilities. Certain applicants are required to contact the funding source prior to applying. Eligible uses of funds include ramps, guardrails, handrails, e...

Grants to Prince Edward Island entrepreneurs for product and business development. Funding is intended to support a wide range of activities and expenses, including but not limited to capital purchases, marketing research, product development, and professional and cons...

Award to a USA, Canada, or International student to recognize outstanding achievements. Applicants and nominees will be evaluated based on their creativity and innovation, how they overcome the odds to achieve, their impact on their community and beyond, how they opera...

Grants of up to $20,000 to British Columbia individuals and charitable organizations for activities that benefit vulnerable children and youth. Funding is intended for collaborative and research projects that help to provide services for local children and youth who ar...

Opportunity for Ontario individuals in eligible locations to participate in an entrepreneurial program. The program provides start-up funding of up to $3,000 and offers hands-on training and mentoring to launch and run a company over the summer. Eligible applicants ar...

Grants of up to $10,000 to Ontario Indigenous artists or artists of color, artist collectives, and ad hoc groups for career growth activities. Funding is intended to support both traditional and contemporary arts practices. Eligible projects include study and training,...

Grants to Prince Edward Island organizations and individuals to address the legal needs of residents throughout the province. Focus areas include public legal education, technology, enhanced access to justice, and the legal needs of specific populations. The Foundation...

Awards to Canada authors to acknowledge outstanding contributions to the field of literature. Cash prizes will be awarded to the winner and finalists. Nominations are invited for collections of fictional short stories or novels that have been recently published. A priz...

Awards to USA, Canada, and International authors for nonfiction books on Jewish subjects. In addition to the $5,000 cash prize, winners will receive marketing and promotion assistance and customized support. Awards are available for books that have recently been publis...

Grants to USA, Canada, and International nonprofit organizations and individual scholars for research, projects, and other activities that promote animal welfare. Previously funded projects include adoption programs, animal rescue training, public awareness campaigns, ...

Grants to Canada nonprofit organizations and groups, band and tribal councils, and Aboriginal government agencies and organizations to support festivals that present heritage performers, artists, and artisans. Funding is intended for recurring festivals, including thos...

Grants to Northwest Territories individuals and companies to increase the viability and capacity of the mining industry. Funding is intended to support studies related to new mineable deposit sites and the continuation of ongoing investigations. The mining incentive pr...

Grants of up to $5,000 and grants of up to $15,000 to Ontario nonprofit organizations, artists, publishers, groups, collectives, and Indigenous and First Nation Schools in eligible locations for arts activities. Funding is intended to support the creation, production, ...

Awards to Canada authors to recognize excellence in creating nonfiction works of literature. Nominations are invited for newly published pieces that provide readers with unique and informed perspectives. Eligible forms of literature include biographies, works of histor...

Grants of up to $3,000 and grants of up to $5,000 to British Columbia individual artists and collectives in eligible locations for arts projects involving youth. Funding is intended for projects that are geared towards children and youth ages 5-18 and focus on arts-bas...

Scholarships of up to $6,000 to British Columbia individual artists and arts practitioners for professional development. New applicants are required to register in the grant portal prior to applying. Funding is intended to help artists participate in post-high school a...

Grants of up to $8,000 to Nunavut residents to assist with the costs of searching for mineral deposits. Applicants are encouraged to contact the funding source prior to applying to ensure all required permits have been obtained. Eligible uses of funds include supplies,...

Opportunity for USA, Canada, and International musicians, architects, writers, and visual artists to participate in a residency program in Austria. The purpose of the residency is to promote an exchange of ideas and to provide a venue for international artists to exhib...

Grants of up to $500 to British Columbia individuals for initiatives to improve the community in eligible regions. Funding is intended for a wide range of community benefit projects that support youth and protect the environment. Eligible projects could include youth-l...

Grant of $50,000 to a Canada investigator for research addressing hereditary angioedema. Funding is intended for a research project that focuses on the management and mechanisms of the condition. Applicants must detail the strengths of their proposed methodology from a...

Fellowships to USA, Canada, and International Master's and PhD candidates for projects to substantially reduce the use of animals for educational or scientific purposes. Funding is intended to devise alternative research, testing, and educational methodologies. Eligibl...

Grants of up to $1,000 and grants of up to $3,000 to Alberta female coaches, sports officials, administrators, and nonprofit organizations to promote leadership skills among women and girls in the sports and recreation sectors. Funding is intended to support girls and ...

Grants of $500 to USA, Canada, and International artists to create art depicting different aspects of nature. Applicants are required to contact the funding source to receive an application. Artwork may be produced in any type of medium, including painting, sculpture, ...

Grants of up to $25,000 USA, Canada, and International organizations, businesses, agencies, and individuals for environmental conservation projects. Funding is intended for activities in the focus areas of stewardship, conservation, and education. Projects may be globa...

Grants to Prince Edward Island artists for professional development, the creation of new works, and the presentation of existing works. The program is intended to support emerging and established professional artists in advancing their careers. Funding may be used for ...

Grants to Manitoba registered charities for community projects that benefit local residents in eligible locations. Funding is intended to enhance the quality of life for residents in the focus areas of community services, recreation, culture, and education. Funding mus...

Award of $2,000 to a USA K-6 teacher to recognize excellence in helping students improve in writing. Applicants should explain and demonstrate their philosophy about writing instruction and student progress. In addition, teachers must provide student writing samples wi...

Grants to British Columbia girl athletes, nonprofit organizations, schools, and local recreation departments in eligible locations to increase the participation of girls in sports and physical activities. Funding is intended for programs, training, camps, conferences, ...

Grants of $2,000 to New Brunswick artists to support activities that promote their work and advance their artistic development. Funding is intended to allow artists who display outstanding talent to gain resources and develop techniques that further growth in the field...

Grants of up to $3,000 to New Brunswick artists to advance their careers by presenting work at an established arts event. Funding is intended to increase the representation of professional artists at events and competitions and offer opportunities for artists to public...

Grants of up to $1,000 to Manitoba individual professional artists and arts and cultural practitioners for career development opportunities. Applicants must be pre-approved prior to submitting an application. Funding is intended for a range of professional development ...