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Funding announcedOct 21, 2026 · Govgrant

Canada and Ontario commit $8.7 billion to shield steel, auto and minerals sectors from tariffs

Federal and provincial governments launch joint action plan with investments in strategic industries and new support for tariff-impacted workers and businesses.

Policy & budgetOct 21, 2026 · Govgrant

Ontario cuts small business tax rate, boosts advisory centre funding

Funding announcedOct 19, 2026 · Govgrant

Over $700M in federal and regional capital now open for Canadian SMEs during Small Business Week

Funding announcedOct 16, 2026 · Govgrant

RBC commits $70 million to support young and Indigenous entrepreneurs through Futurpreneur

Policy & budgetOct 16, 2026 · Govgrant

CRA Clarifies SR&ED Expansion: Capital Costs, Higher Limits, Public Corp Access

The Canada Revenue Agency has published administrative guidance on Budget 2025 SR&ED changes, effective for tax years beginning after December 15, 2024. Businesses may be able to amend prior claims.
New programOct 16, 2026 · Govgrant

Creative BC opens Video Games Early Stage Growth grants up to $50,000

British Columbia video game studios with one or fewer released titles can apply for up to $50,000 in non-repayable funding to build business capacity and grow their companies.
Funding announcedOct 15, 2026 · Govgrant

Canada invests $430M in apprenticeship training through expanded UTIP program

The Government of Canada is opening three new funding streams for organizations to expand training capacity, introduce innovative recruitment approaches, and purchase equipment for skilled trades programs.
Funding announcedOct 15, 2026 · Govgrant

Ottawa invests $50 million in Canadian Food Innovation Network to boost SME adoption of automation and AI

A new Strategic Response Fund grant will help food and beverage processors, particularly small and medium-sized businesses, implement advanced technologies and strengthen Canada's domestic supply chain.
Funding announcedOct 15, 2026 · Govgrant

Canada and Atlantic Provinces Renew Fisheries Fund With $300 Million Investment

The Atlantic Fisheries Fund has been renewed for five years, supporting innovation, market access, infrastructure, and science partnerships across Nova Scotia, New Brunswick, Prince Edward Island, and Newfoundland and Labrador.
DeadlineOct 15, 2026 · Govgrant

FedDev Ontario Opens AI Funding with Two Deadlines and Interest-Free Loans Up to $5M

Southern Ontario businesses can now apply for interest-free, repayable funding of $125,000 to $5 million for AI projects, with an early deadline of November 24, 2026 for spending that begins before March 31, 2027.
Funding announcedOct 13, 2026 · Govgrant

Ottawa Renews $30M in Microloans for Women Entrepreneurs

The federal government is extending funding for the Women Entrepreneurship Loan Fund, which has distributed over 1,600 loans since 2022.Related program:Women Entrepreneurship Loan Fund
Funding announcedOct 13, 2026 · Govgrant

Atlantic Canada gets $40 million for AI adoption by small and mid-size businesses

The federal government has opened a call for proposals to help Atlantic Canadian businesses implement artificial intelligence and bring AI technologies to market.
Funding announcedOct 13, 2026 · Govgrant

NorthX and BC Hydro Launch $5M Funding for Electricity Demand Technologies

A new $5 million non-dilutive funding program is now open for Canadian companies developing technologies to manage electricity demand and support BC's power grid.
New programOct 12, 2026 · Govgrant

Nova Scotia Opens $15,000 Climate Adaptation Grants for Small Businesses

Nova Scotia-based businesses with fewer than 150 employees can access up to $15,000 to fund climate risk assessments, planning, and pilot projects. Deadline is November 2, 2026.
DeadlineOct 11, 2026 · Govgrant

Ontario opens second intake of $2M food safety funding for small agri-food producers

The Ontario Food Safety and Growth Initiative is accepting applications from small agri-food businesses seeking up to $75,000 per project to upgrade food safety systems and equipment.
Policy & budgetOct 9, 2026 · Govgrant

Productivity Mega Deduction expands immediate tax write-offs for business investment

A major tax change now allows Canadian businesses to deduct the full cost of a broad range of investments in the first year, lowering the tax rate on new investment to the lowest in the G7.