Startup & New Business Grants
Startup grants help new businesses get off the ground. From pre-launch support to early-stage growth funding, there are programmes designed specifically for entrepreneurs and new ventures.
Launch Funding
Grants to help you turn your business idea into reality. These cover initial costs like business planning, legal setup, equipment, and early marketing.
Accelerator Programmes
Many startup grants come as part of accelerator or incubator programmes, combining funding with mentoring, workspace, and networking opportunities.
Competition Prizes
Business plan competitions and startup awards offer prize funding alongside valuable publicity and investor connections.
Canadian Startup Support Grants
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BRIDGE program
Women entrepreneurs can access tailored supports to help them establish sustainable businesses.
Summer Company
Offers start-up money to kick off a new summer business, as well as advice and mentorship from local business leaders to help get the business up and running
Futurpreneur Canada
Provides financing, mentoring and support tools to aspiring business owners aged 18-39
Black Entrepreneurship Startup Program
Provides startup loan financing and up to two years of mentorship, plus access to resources and networking opportunities with entrepreneurs across Canada
Indigenous Entrepreneurship Startup Program
Provides start-up loan financing and up to two years of mentorship, plus access to resources and networking opportunities with entrepreneurs across Canada
Start-up Financing
Get up to $150,000 to grow your business and expert advice to help you on your journey.
Saskatchewan Technology Start-Up Incentive
The Saskatchewan Technology Start-up Incentive is designed to encourage investment in the province's technology sector.
First Jobs Fund
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Women Entrepreneurship Strategy
The Women Entrepreneurship Strategy is a government-wide initiative to support women entrepreneurs in Canada. Supports women entrepreneurs through organizations offering funding, mentorship, training and growth opportunities.
Black Entrepreneurship Program
The Black Entrepreneurship Program is a government-wide initiative to support Black entrepreneurs in Canada. Supports Black entrepreneurs through Black-led organizations and financial institutions offering funding and mentorship to help with business growth.
2SLGBTQI+ Entrepreneurship Program
Targeted support for 2SLGBTQI+ SMEs across Canada to start, scale and sustain a business.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about startup support grants