Each month, Blinc curates the latest funding, grants, and resources available to Ontario founders. Whether you’re a creative or a BIPOC business owner, this roundup can help you grow and scale your business.
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December 1, 2025
1. Save on Energy – Retrofit Program (IESO)
Supports businesses investing in energy efficient upgrades such as HVAC, lighting, and building controls.
Funding: Custom incentive based on verified energy savings
Deadline: Ongoing
2. Max Bell Foundation — Project & Development Grants
Funds projects that advance public policy and support long term community improvements.
Funding: Project Grants and Development Grants (amount varies)
Deadline: No deadlines, applications accepted year round
1. FACTOR – Juried Sound Recording
Funds Canadian artists creating, recording, marketing, and releasing full length music projects.
Funding: Up to $67,500
Deadline: February 13, 2026
2. Canada Council for the Arts – Explore and Create
Supports creative development, experimentation, artistic research, and production across all disciplines.
Funding: $5,000 to $100,000 depending on stream
Deadline: February 5, 2026
1. FACE Coalition Micro-Loans
Provides loans and mentorship for Black-owned businesses.
Funding: Up to $250,000
Deadline: Ongoing
2. Rise Small Business Lending
Supports entrepreneurs facing barriers due to mental health or addiction challenges.
Funding: Up to $10,000 in small business loans
Deadline: Ongoing
3. Community Enhancement Program – Enhance Your Community Stream
Supports projects that strengthen community well being in northern regions.
Funding: Up to $2,000,000 or 50% of eligible project costs
Deadline: Ongoing
1. Innovation Guelph – Rhyze Up! Program
Supports women led Canadian companies with mentorship, leadership coaching, and project funding.
Funding: Support services and project funding
Deadline: Applications Open for Spring
2. Amber Grant for Women
Monthly grants awarded to women owned businesses in Canada and the U.S.
Funding: $10,000 monthly grant
Deadline: Monthly, next deadline December 31, 2025
1. Desjardins GoodSpark Small Business Grant Program
Supports small businesses investing in local impact, innovation, or community development.
Funding: Up to $20,000
Deadline: Applications Open for Early 2026
3. RBC’s Futurpreneur
A national pitch competition supporting new and early stage businesses across Canada.
Funding: Cash prizes from $5,000 to $10,000
Deadline: February 2026
Get ready for the new year!
Many grant programs pause or close over the holidays. December is a great time to plan ahead, set funding goals, organise your business documents, and prepare draft applications so you’re ready when new intakes open in January.
We’ll be posting new Ontario grant updates every month to help you stay informed and funding-ready.
If you need support with compliance, bookkeeping, or accounting, we’re here to help.
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