206 British Columbia Small Business Grants

Grants to USA, Canada, and International early-stage entrepreneurs to be used for their businesses. The winners will be chosen at random from the pool of applicants. Eligible businesses should be making a positive impact in their local communities and may be from a wid...

Grants and in-kind assistance to USA, Canada, and International nonprofit organizations and government agencies to increase awareness of their work. The funder is offering free advertisements for organizations focusing on the environment and workforce development. The ...

Grants to USA, Canada, and International pharmaceutical companies and nonprofit organizations, such as IHEs, hospitals, and government agencies for research related to Parkinson's Disease. Funding is intended to develop novel mMRI techniques to understand the disease's...

Awards to Canada authors, translators, and illustrators, and grants to Canada publishers for outstanding works of literature in a variety of genres. The purpose of this program is to recognize exemplary artistic and literary publications. Awards will be given for books...

Cooperative agreements to USA, Canada, and International IHEs, nonprofit and for-profit organizations, and agencies for research and development of medications for nervous system disorders. Applicants are advised that required registrations may take several weeks to co...

Cooperative agreements to USA, Canada, and International nonprofits, for-profits, IHEs, government agencies, and schools for research projects related to neuromuscular disorders. Funding is intended for studies to develop diverse biotherapeutic treatments for nervous s...

Opportunity for USA, Canada, and International entrepreneurs to participate in a competition for projects to strengthen and promote growth in Israel. Funding is intended for initiatives in a wide range of focus areas, including but not limited to agriculture, health, ...

Grants to Canada music companies for business development. Applicants must complete the required registrations prior to applying. Applications to the business development stream must include a Business Development Plan. Funding is intended to support a wide range of pr...

Opportunity for Canada qualifying entrepreneurs and companies to participate in a competition to address issues related to the ocean industry. Winning competitors will receive up to $25,000 in funding, as well as in-kind support. The goal of the competition is to suppo...

Grants to Canada and UK businesses for collaborative projects addressing semiconductor-related technology. Applicants must submit an expression of interest prior to applying. Funding is intended to support industrial research projects, feasibility projects, and experim...

Grants to British Columbia nonprofit organizations, local and provincial governments, Indigenous organizations, and IHEs in eligible provinces for projects to protect and preserve the natural environment. Funding is intended for projects that will help restore the natu...

Grants to British Columbia charitable organizations, registered societies, and for-profit entities for activities that address homelessness and access to housing in eligible locations. Funding is intended to support programs and projects that respond to the needs of th...

Award to a Canada Indigenous individual or business with a majority Indigenous ownership to recognize leadership in business. The purpose of the award is to honor entrepreneurs that exhibit the following qualities: strong business leadership; exemplary safety and envir...

In-kind donations to USA, Canada, and International nonprofit and for-profit organizations to address cyber-security issues. Grantees will receive software and resources. Eligible projects are related to software development and should improve the organizations operati...

Opportunity for USA, Canada, and International entrepreneurs to participate in a business accelerator program. Successful applicants will receive a cash investment and participate in a twelve-week in-person individualized mentorship program. The program includes pitchi...

Opportunity for USA, Canada, and International under-resourced entrepreneurs to participate in an accelerator program in the United States. In addition to funding, participants will receive mentorship and vendor perks and will attend a reception at which they can prese...

Opportunity for USA, Canada, and International nonprofit and for-profit organizations and individuals to participate in a contest to provide potable water and safe sanitation facilities in locations lacking these necessities. Eligible projects demonstrate a distinct ab...

Grants to USA and Canada nonprofit organizations and public and private educational organizations for initiatives to promote the insurance and risk management industry. Funding is intended to support programs that draw new, young talent to the sector and provide opport...

Grants of up to $50,000 to USA and Canada research teams and investigators affiliated with private or public entities including government agencies, IHEs, and veterinary clinics and hospitals for research related to veterinary care. Funding is intended to support proje...

Grants to Canada AI development companies to offset the cost of compute fees. Applicants are required to submit a statement of interest prior to a full grant application. The purpose of the grant is to facilitate innovation, assist in commercialization, and promote the...

Opportunity for Israel and International companies and startups to participate in a contest related to the oceanic environment. Awards will be given to entries that demonstrate solutions and initiatives to protect marine life. Entries will be evaluated based on innovat...

Grants of $75,000 to USA, Canada, and International nonprofit organizations, academic institutions, and for-profit entities for environmental projects. Applicants must contact program staff before applying. Funding is intended for predictive impact modeling, environmen...

Grants to USA and Canada agencies, Tribal entities, commissions, and private and academic institutions to improve the coordination and management of mark-selective fisheries. Mark selective fisheries allow the retention of fish with a clipped adipose fin (hatchery fish...

Awards to USA and Canada entrepreneurs and business owners who are women of color. The purpose of the award program is to recognize outstanding accomplishments in the professional sector and contributions to community service. Applicants must identify as women of color...

Grants to USA, Canada, and International nonprofit organizations, IHEs, government agencies, and for-profit organizations for research projects related to Parkinson's disease. Funding is intended for pre-clinical and clinical programs that impede or prevent the progres...

Grants to USA, Canada, and International nonprofit and for-profit organizations, research institutes, and academic institutions for innovative studies and therapies for a specific type of muscular dystrophy. Applicants must submit a preliminary application and complete...

Grants to USA, Canada, and International nonprofit and for-profit organizations, research institutes, and academic institutions for translational research for a specific type of muscular dystrophy. Applicants must submit a preliminary application and complete required ...

Grants to USA, Canada, and International IHEs, nonprofit and for-profit organizations, and agencies to sponsor predoctoral fellowships about the native of living systems. Applicants are advised that required registrations may take several weeks to complete. Funding is ...

Award to a USA, Canada, or International scientist or team of scientists to recognize outstanding medical research accomplishments related to Multiple Sclerosis. Researchers eligible for nominations may be from any public or private organization or institution, includi...

Grants to Canada musicians and record labels to cover the costs of creating and releasing an original music album. Applicants must create online profiles and submit a sound recording prior to applying for any other components. Grantees can receive further funding for t...

Grants to USA and Canada nonprofits, for-profits, agencies, research and educational institutions, and Tribal entities for initiatives to save bat populations from endemic illness. Certain applicants are required to contact the funding source prior to applying. Funding...

Opportunity for USA, Canada, and International individuals and teams from governmental, academic, industry, and nonprofit entities to participate in a competition to develop technologies to improve wildfire response. Participants will develop innovative projects that u...

Grant to a USA, Canada, or International nonprofit or for-profit organization to create a research center dedicated to gambling research. The purpose of funding is to promote responsible gambling practices and elicit changes in gambler behavior. Eligible uses of funds ...

Awards to USA, Canada, and International fledgling nonprofit organizations, NGOs, social enterprises, and businesses in recognition of exceptional contributions to promoting social justice in the hospitality and tourism sectors. In addition to a monetary prize, winners...

Grants to British Columbia nonprofit and for-profit organizations, First Nation bands, and First Nation development corporations to promote economic development in eligible locations. Funding is intended to support community infrastructure projects that will strengthen...

Grant of $5,000 to a USA, Canada, or International psychiatrist to initiate an improved mental healthcare business. Funding is intended to be used as seed money to create a business using original ideas related to behavioral and mental health. Eligible businesses impro...

Opportunity for USA, Canada, and International companies to participate in a start-up competition. The purpose of the competition is to enable entrepreneurs to pitch their product ideas and compete for cash prizes and receive mentorship and business guidance. Winning b...

Competition for USA, Canada, and International small and medium-sized businesses and social enterprises that have developed business models, services, and products that make a positive environmental or social impact. In addition to the $25,000 cash prize, winning busin...

Opportunity for Canada qualifying black women entrepreneurs to participate in a business development program. Programming includes pitching, mentoring, workshops, networking, online learning, and access to resources. The goal of the program is to help participants scal...

Grants to British Columbia, Washington, Oregon, and Idaho private, nonprofit, and public sector entities to protect salmon stocks in eligible areas. Priorities include enhancing wild stock production, restoring habitat, and improving the information available regarding...

Grants to Canada businesses to produce online video content. The purpose of this program is to support the creation of original digital video series for online distribution. Eligible projects must be live-action, include a minimum of six episodes, and have a minimum av...

Grants to USA, Canada, and International nonprofits, for-profits, public entities, intramural organizations, and IHEs for innovative, high-risk research related to rare cancers. Applicants must submit a letter of intent and complete the required registrations prior to ...

Grants to USA, Canada, and International nonprofit and for-profit organizations for research projects addressing gambling behaviors and disorders. Funding is intended to support high-quality projects led by researchers with a PhD, MD, or similar degree. Early career re...

Grants to British Columbia nonprofit and for-profit entities, individuals, educational institutions, and industry groups for programs and activities that promote agricultural production and economic development in eligible locations. Funding is intended for agriculture...

Grants to USA, Canada, and International nonprofits, for-profits, public entities, intramural organizations, and IHEs for innovative research projects related to prostate cancer. Applicants must submit a letter of intent and complete the required registrations prior to...

Opportunity for USA, Canada, and International individuals, social entrepreneurs, and businesses to participate in a contest to address social and environmental concerns. The contest is intended primarily for young adults between the ages of 18 and 30 to devise solutio...

Grant of up to $50,000 to a USA, Canada, or International nonprofit or for-profit organization for research projects related to the safety of lottery gambling. Funding is intended for studies on Italy's lottery program that address critical questions related to minimiz...

Grants to USA, Canada, and International nonprofits, for-profits, public entities, intramural organizations, and IHEs to expand clinical research related to prostate cancer. Applicants must submit a letter of intent and complete the required registrations prior to appl...

Grants and in-kind support to USA, Canada, and International scientists associated with a research-based institution, business, or IHE for science and technology research. Funding is intended for research related to important challenging science and technology topics t...

Grants to Canada businesses and nonprofit organizations in eligible provinces to subsidize the short-term hiring of students. Funding is intended for jobs in tech fields, including digital technology, clean tech, and health tech. Eligible roles include marketing, strat...