Main families of non-repayable grants
- NRC IRAP and feasibility. Non-repayable contributions covering up to 80 % of internal technical salaries and up to 50 % of research subcontractor costs, depending on the project.
- Ontario Job Grant and SWPP. Training and payroll subsidies covering 70 % to 100 % of eligible third-party training and student co-op wages.
- CanExport SMEs ($50,000). Direct grants covering 50 % of trade show registration, international travel, foreign advertising and IP protection.
What to know
Most grants require an application before costs are incurred and impose stacking rules with other public assistance. Rates and caps are set by each program and change.
How we can help
We help identify the grants relevant to a given project, sequence the applications and coordinate accounting or technical work with partner firms. No funding is guaranteed.
Frequently asked questions
Do businesses have to pay back non-repayable grants?
No, provided the business complies with project milestones, expenditure documentation and required reporting. Non-compliance can trigger recovery.
Are government grants taxable?
Generally, yes. Grants are treated as taxable income or reduce the cost base of the associated deduction or SR&ED claim in the year received.
What influences approval?
Meeting mandatory eligibility criteria, a clear project budget, alignment with program economic priorities and complete supporting documentation.
Official sources
- Government of Canada — Business grants and financing — official directory of funding programs
Canadian Funding Partners Inc. is an independent advisory firm and does not administer this program. Rates, ceilings and eligibility are set by the administering authority and change. Confirm current terms with the official source before relying on them.