Manitoba Business Grants & Funding

2026 International Joint Initiative for Research Harnessing Disruptive Technologies to Address Global Challenges

Funding varies by participating country and funder. Canadian co-PIs may receive up to CAD $1,500,000 through NFRF. Other funding organizations offer different maximum amounts in their respective currencies.

This is an international research funding program that supports interdisciplinary, collaborative research projects harnessing disruptive technologies...

Tourism Growth Program (TGP)

$108 million total program funding across three years (2023–24 onwards)

A $108 million federal grant program delivered through regional development agencies to support Indigenous and non-Indigenous communities, small and...

Trade Growth Investment Financing Program (TGIF)

Loans between $250,000 and $5 million, representing up to 25% of total project costs

A repayable loan program providing $250,000 to $5 million in financing (up to 25% of project costs) to Manitoba-based small and medium-sized...

Manitoba Business Security Rebate Program

Up to $2,500 per location

A rebate program providing up to $2,500 per location to help small businesses repair property damage and make security upgrades such as cameras,...

Cooperation with the Community Sector — Community Life (Programming Funding)

This grant provides funding to community organizations representing official-language minority communities to carry out ongoing programming and...

Manitoba Electric Vehicle Rebate Program

$4,000 for purchase of new EV; $2,500 for purchase of pre-owned EV; $1,000-$4,000 for leasing new EV (based on lease length); $625-$2,500 for leasing pre-owned EV (based on lease length)

A point-of-sale rebate program that provides $4,000 for new electric vehicles, $2,500 for pre-owned EVs, and $1,000-$4,000 for leased EVs (depending...

Apartment Construction Loan Program

Low-cost loans ranging from $1,000,000 minimum up to 100% of the cost of the residential component

This loan program provides low-cost financing to build or convert rental apartment projects across Canada during the construction phase through to...

Canada Student Loan Forgiveness Program - Expansion to Health Care and Social Service Professionals

Up to $60,000 over 5 years for family physicians/dentists/pharmacists/psychologists; up to $30,000 for nurses/midwives/teachers/social workers/physiotherapists; up to $15,000 for early childhood educators/dental hygienists/personal support workers

A loan forgiveness program that cancels federal student loan debt for health care and social service professionals working in under-served rural or...

Employee Share Purchase Tax Credit

Tax credit of up to $202,500 annually (equivalent to purchasing $450,000 in shares) for succession planning, business takeovers, or buyouts; or up to $27,000 annually (equivalent to purchasing $60,000 in shares) for investments promoting employee ownership. First $27,000 is fully refundable; remaining amount can be applied to Manitoba personal income tax.

A tax credit program that allows employees (including directors and officers) to purchase shares from their employer through a registered Employee...

Funded Collaborative R&D Programs and Initiatives

Up to $27 million available annually in grant and contribution funding

The Government of Canada provides grants and contributions through the National Research Council (NRC) to fund collaborative research and development...

Sustainable Canadian Agricultural Partnership Food Safety and Traceability Program

This grant supports agri-food businesses to purchase pre-approved equipment for monitoring and controlling food safety parameters and improving...

Non-Profit Community Pest Control Grant Program

Stream One: Up to $2,000 per application ($3,000 if related to purchase, repair or replacement of commercial washer/dryer); annual maximum of $9,000 per organization. Stream Two: Up to $5,000 per application with no annual limit on number of grants (subject to funding availability)

This grant program provides non-repayable funding to non-profit organizations to address pest infestations (bed bugs, cockroaches, and rodents)...

Aquatic Invasive Species Prevention Fund

This federal grant funds projects that prevent the introduction and spread of aquatic invasive species across Canada. Funding supports prevention,...

Resilient Agricultural Landscape Program: Grassland Resilience and Grazing Management

A grant program supporting the enhancement of grasslands and improved grazing management strategies on agricultural operations. Funding helps...

Export Development Program

Up to 75% reimbursement for exhibitors; 50% for attendees. Maximum $20,000 per event; annual maximum $50,000 per company

This grant provides reimbursement (up to 75% for exhibitors, 50% for attendees) to support Manitoba small and medium-sized businesses in exhibiting...

Lake Winnipeg Basin Program

This grant funds projects that improve the ecological health of Lake Winnipeg and its basin by reducing nutrient loading, enhancing collaboration,...

New Horizons for Seniors Program (NHSP) - Community-based Projects

Up to $25,000 per community-based project

A federal grant program that provides capital assistance to support community-based projects led by and for seniors. The program strengthens social...

Francophone Minority Communities Student Pilot

A streamlined study permit program that enables international students from eligible francophone countries to pursue full-time post-secondary...

Training-on-the-Job

Wage subsidy of 0-50% of gross wages for private employers; non-profit organizations may receive more than 50% reimbursement. Maximum equivalent to 960 hours at current minimum wage rate. Additional supports available during first 20 weeks: up to $150 for uniforms/footwear, up to $350 for specialized training, transportation, assistive technology, and safety equipment.

A wage subsidy program that reimburses employers for a portion of gross wages paid to people with disabilities during a training period, with the...

Funding for the Innovation in Apprenticeship Stream under the Union Training and Innovation Program

Up to $5,000,000 per project from ESDC; applicant must secure minimum 10% cash contribution from other sources

This program provides non-repayable grants to support innovative approaches and best practices in Red Seal apprenticeship training. Funding supports...