Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada
Funding for innovations the government needs Your small business could get funding to come up with an innovative solution to a government challenge, with access to early-stage development, testing and validation of a prototype, and a pathway to commercialization.
Varies, see official page
Listed by Innovation Canada's Business Benefits Finder for Canadian businesses. Each program sets its own eligibility; check the official page.
Who can apply: Small Businesses, For-Profit Businesses
Canada (national)
Federal Government
Visit the program's official page for current intake dates, eligibility and the application process. Many programs accept applications on an ongoing basis until funds are committed.
First Peoples Economic Growth Fund Inc.
Financial support for Manitoba First Nation businesses Get a non-repayable contribution of up to 40% of eligible costs for start-up, expansion or acquisition of a business that is majority Manitoba First Nation-owned.
Last verified Oct 20, 2026
New Relationship Trust
Support for Indigenous business development in the cannabis sector Get up to $12,000 in non-repayable contributions to develop information and planning workshops for First Nations communities and Indigenous entrepreneurs to learn about the cannabis industry, laws, and regulations.
Last verified Oct 20, 2026
National Science Foundation (SBIR)
Last verified Oct 20, 2026
U.S. Department of Defense (SBIR)
Mobility Air Forces aircraft serve as the logistical backbone of the Department of War and operate as high-value assets in modern contested environments that can be significantly augmented with enhanced organic self-protection and intelligence, surveillance,...
Last verified Oct 20, 2026
