Available funding opportunities from the Ontario Government
Available Funding Overview
Find out what funding is currently available from the Government of Ontario, if you’re eligible and what you need to apply.
You can apply for funding from the Government of Ontario through Transfer Payment Ontario. Read about the funding opportunities that are currently available and what you’ll need to know to apply.
Emissions Performance Program
STATUS:
RESTRICTED
DEADLINE: There are no funding deadlines for this program.
MINISTRY: Ministry of the Environment, Conservation and Parks
Description
The Emissions Performance Program (EPP) is a non-competitive program funded by compliance payments collected through the Emissions Performance Standards (EPS) regulation. The program supports projects to reduce greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions at eligible industrial facilities.
The EPP will fund 2 types of projects:
- capital projects
- study-based projects
Eligibility
Eligible facilities for the program:
- are registered in the Emissions Performance Standards Program
- have purchased Excess Emissions Units
- do not generate electricity as their primary industrial activity
Examples of project activities that are eligible for funding include (but are not limited to):
- stationary equipment retrofits for energy efficiency and fuel switching
- mobile equipment retrofits for energy efficiency and fuel switching
- building envelope upgrades (insulation, windows, doors)
- heat recovery
- industrial process changes
- carbon capture and storage
- clean electricity and low-carbon fuel production for own use
Contact Info
For general questions, contact EPPInfo@ontario.ca
Mineral development advisor stream
STATUS:
OPEN
DEADLINE: Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.
MINISTRY: Ministry of Energy and Mines
Description
The mineral development advisor (MDA) stream provides funding for a MDA for eligible Indigenous communities and organizations to participate effectively in the regulatory consultation processes, including the review of:
- exploration plan and permit applications
- closure plans and closure plan amendments
- environmental assessments
This funding helps to increase a community’s knowledge and understanding of the mineral development sequence, mineral exploration, mineral development and mining activities, and the range of economic benefits.
Funding Amount
Funding up to a maximum of $130,000 per year, for up to a three-year term.
Applicants are encouraged, wherever possible, to work together to maximize the benefits of available funding.
The ministry may consider funding additional positions, in part or in full, based on the mineral development activity and the community’s or tribal council’s need.
Eligibility
Funding is available to Ontario Indigenous communities or organizations experiencing high mineral exploration or development activity, having received 10 or more exploration plans or permit applications in the previous fiscal year (April 1 to March 31).
Communities that receive fewer than 10 exploration plans or permit applications may be eligible for this stream if they are engaged in reviewing two or more closure plans, closure plan amendments, or mineral development-related environmental assessments.
Eligible applicants may be either:
- single applicants – Indigenous communities in areas of high mineral exploration or development activity, or
- joint applicants – Indigenous communities and organizations (for example, tribal councils) in areas of high mineral exploration or development activity. Joint applicants must have the support of the communities they represent and a substantiated record of representing member communities on local lands and resources issues. Eligible joint applicants include either:
- Two or more eligible communities, applying jointly with combined exploration activities, or
- In specific circumstances, and at the discretion of the ministry, other Indigenous organizations, such as a Provincial-Territorial Organization (PTO), if they have the support of the communities they represent.
Contact Info
For questions about program guidelines, contact:
Transfer Payment Coordinator
Strategic Services Branch
Mines and Minerals Division
Ministry of Energy and Mines
Level 2B2, 933 Ramsey Lake Road
Sudbury, ON, P3E 6B5
Mining conferences funding Sub-Stream
STATUS:
OPEN
DEADLINE: Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.
MINISTRY: Ministry of Energy and Mines
Description
The mining conferences funding sub-stream provides financial assistance for communities and member communities to attend mining conferences in Ontario.
Indigenous communities and organizations attend these conferences to improve their relationships between Indigenous communities/organizations, with government and industry proponents, and to increase their knowledge and understanding of the regulatory and economic activities associated with Ontario’s mineral sector.
Eligibility
Project funding is open to Indigenous communities or organizations in Ontario.
Eligible applicants may be:
- single applicants – Indigenous communities in areas of mineral exploration or development activity
- joint applicants – two or more Indigenous communities in areas of mineral exploration or development activity, or Indigenous organizations (for example, Tribal Councils, economic development organizations) representing communities in areas of high mineral exploration or development activity
Program Guidelines
Guidelines are available by logging in to the Transfer Payment Ontario (TPON) system.
Contact Us
For additional questions about the grant program, please e-mail ahsp2025@ontario.ca.
For technical issues with the online application portal, please contact Transfer Payment Ontario Client Care Monday to Friday, from 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. EST, except for government and statutory holidays.
- Toll-free: 1-855-216-3090
- TTY: 416-325-3408
- Toll-free TTY: 1-800-268-7095
- Email: TPONCC@ontario.ca
Francophone Community
STATUS:
OPEN
DEADLINE: Applications are due by Thursday April 23, 2026 at 5:00 p.m. EDT
MINISTRY: Ministry of Francophone Affairs
Description
The Francophone Community Grants Program supports the cultural and commercial vitality of the French-speaking population, with a focus on improving front-line services and promoting French language and francophone communities.
Eligibility
The program has two funding streams:
- Community and Culture stream
- Economic Development stream
The program covers up to 80% of eligible expenses under the community stream and up to 50% of eligible expenses under the economic stream for projects that aim to:
- strengthen the capacity of organizations, businesses or both to provide products and services to Francophones in the province
- promote the recruitment, training or both of bilingual Francophone staff
- provide opportunities to celebrate and foster understanding of Ontario’s Francophonie
Community and Culture stream
To apply to the program under this stream, you must:
- be an incorporated not-for-profit organization
- have been in continuous operation in Ontario for at least (2) years as of January 1, 2026
- have an annual operating budget of at least $10,000
- have a clear mandate to develop programs and initiatives benefiting Francophones at the local, regional or provincial level
- not be 100% funded by the provincial government
Economic Development stream
To apply to the program under this stream, you must:
- be an incorporated not-for-profit organization involved in economic development or a for-profit business
- have been in continuous operation in Ontario for at least (2) years as of January 1, 2026
- have annual revenues of at least $50,000 (the gross revenue of for-profit applicants is capped at $1,000,000)
- have a minimum of one full-time employee
- meet at least one of the following criteria:
- operate in a Francophone community
- offer products/services to francophones in Ontario
- present a realistic business expansion plan supported by market data to start operating in or providing products/services to a francophone market in Ontario
- partner with a regional, national or international organization to expand the range of products and services available to francophone markets in Ontario
Program Guidelines
The application forms for the Program’s two funding streams (one form per stream) are available through the Transfer Payment Ontario system.
Contact Us
Before starting an application, consult with the Regional Development Advisor assigned to your area from the Ministry of Tourism, Culture and Gaming to confirm your project meets the eligibility criteria and makes for a strong application
For technical issues with the online application portal, please contact Transfer Payment Ontario Client Care Monday to Friday, from 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. EST, except for government and statutory holidays.
- Toll-free: 1-855-216-3090
- TTY: 416-325-3408
- Toll-free TTY: 1-800-268-7095
- Email: TPONCC@ontario.ca
Enhancing Access to Spaces for Everyone (EASE) Grant
STATUS:
OPEN
DEADLINE: Applications are due by Thursday May 7, 2026 at 5:00 p.m EDT.
MINISTRY: Ministry of Seniors and Accessibility
Description
The Enhancing Access to Spaces for Everyone (EASE) Grant provides funding for small capital projects that improve accessibility in Ontario communities for people with disabilities and older adults.
This grant program will provide up to a maximum of $60,000 per successful applicant to support small capital projects — including retrofits — to improve accessibility. Projects can focus on outdoor spaces or housing in Ontario communities.
Examples of projects that can be funded include:
- installing assistive kayak and canoe launches
- adding charging stations for mobility devices
- placing mobility mats at beaches
- building accessible washrooms at parks
Projects that go above and beyond requirements in the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005 (AODA), the Ontario Building Code or both will be prioritized
Eligibility
Project funding is open to municipalities, incorporated not-for-profit organizations, and indigenous people in Ontario
All projects must:
- take place between October 1, 2026 and October 31, 2027
- focus on improving accessibility in outdoor spaces or buildings — including housing — for people with disabilities or older adult
Program Guidelines
Contact Us
If you have any questions or would like to discuss your project proposal, contact a Regional Development Advisor as early as possible during the application period
For technical issues with the online application portal, please contact Transfer Payment Ontario Client Care Monday to Friday, from 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. EST, except for government and statutory holidays.
- Toll-free: 1-855-216-3090
- TTY: 416-325-3408
- Toll-free TTY: 1-800-268-7095
- Email: TPONCC@ontario.ca
Ontario Transit Investment Fund
STATUS:
OPEN
DEADLINE: Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.
MINISTRY: Ministry of Transportation
Description
The Ontario Transit Investment Fund (OTIF) provides annual funding of $5 million to deliver local and intercommunity transportation projects in unserved and underserved areas in Ontario, particularly in rural areas.
OTIF provides time-limited, application-based funding for up to 5 years to support the start-up and growth of transit services across the province. Through OTIF, the province is providing eligible communities with the support they need to build safe and reliable transit services.
Eligibility
Eligible applicants are municipalities, non-profit organizations and Indigenous communities
Program Guidelines
Contact Us
Please contact MTO-SIO@ontario.ca for all program inquiries including on how to apply for OTIF.
For technical issues with the online application portal, please contact Transfer Payment Ontario Client Care Monday to Friday, from 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. EST, except for government and statutory holidays.
- Toll-free: 1-855-216-3090
- TTY: 416-325-3408
- Toll-free TTY: 1-800-268-7095
- Email: TPONCC@ontario.ca
Indigenous Participation Fund
STATUS:
OPEN
DEADLINE: Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.
MINISTRY: Ministry of Energy and Mines
Description
The Indigenous Participation Fund (IPF) provides funding to improve the capacity of Indigenous communities to participate in consultation related to mineral exploration and mine development, and economic opportunities associated with the minerals sector.
Click the links below to read on each of 3 streams available:
- Consultation supports
- Mineral Development Advisor (MDA)
- Mineral Sector Specialist (MSS)
- Engagement and relationship building
- Sub-stream: Mining conferences
- Values mapping and data management
Eligibility
Both single applicants and joint applicants (a group of communities) can apply.
- Single applicants – Indigenous communities in areas of mineral exploration or development activity.
- Joint applicants – 2 or more Indigenous communities, or a representative organization with member communities in areas of mineral exploration or development. Letters of support are required for joint applications
Program Guidelines
Guidelines are available by logging in to the Transfer Payment Ontario (TPON) system.
Contact Us
For questions about the Indigenous Participation Fund, email:
IndigenousParticipationFund@ontario.ca
For technical issues with the online application portal, please contact Transfer Payment Ontario Client Care Monday to Friday, from 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. EST, except for government and statutory holidays.
- Toll-free: 1-855-216-3090
- TTY: 416-325-3408
- Toll-free TTY: 1-800-268-7095
- Email: TPONCC@ontario.ca
Skills Development Fund: Capital Stream
STATUS:
OPEN
DEADLINE: Continuous intake, applications will be assessed on a rolling basis until funding is fully allocated.
MINISTRY: Ministry of Labour, Immigration, Training and Skills Development
Description
The Skills Development Fund (SDF) Capital Stream offers funding to eligible organizations to:
- build new training centres
- upgrade existing training centres
- convert an existing building into a training centre
Learn about our SEED and GROW funding pathways under this stream.
Eligibility
The following organizations are eligible to apply to the SDF Capital Stream as a primary applicant:
- employers in Ontario (other than the educational organizations listed as being eligible to apply as partners)
- minister-approved, non-college apprenticeship program training delivery agents
- non-profit organizations including Indigenous band offices and Indigenous Skills and Employment Training agreement holders
- professional, industry or employer associations
- trade unions or union-affiliated organizations
- municipalities
- hospitals
- District Social Services Administration Boards
- Consolidated Municipal Service Managers
The following educational organizations are eligible to apply to the SDF Capital Stream as a partner with one or more of the eligible primary applicant organizations:
- district school boards
- publicly assisted colleges, universities or Indigenous Institutes in Ontario
- career colleges
- private universities with consent from the Ministry of Colleges and Universities to offer degrees
Program Guidelines
Read SDF Capital Stream program guidelines for the SEED and GROW Pathway.
Contact Us
Email: sdfcapitalprogram@ontario.ca
For technical issues with the online application portal, please contact Transfer Payment Ontario Client Care Monday to Friday, from 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. EST, except for government and statutory holidays.
- Toll-free: 1-855-216-3090
- TTY: 416-325-3408
- Toll-free TTY: 1-800-268-7095
- Email: TPONCC@ontario.ca
The Ontario Automotive Modernization Program (O-AMP)
STATUS:
OPEN
DEADLINE: You must submit your application by April 16, 2026, at 5:00 p.m. EDT
MINISTRY: Ministry of Economic Development, Job Creation and Trade
Description
The Ontario Automotive Modernization Program (O-AMP) supports small- and medium- sized automotive parts suppliers in Ontario to help modernize the province’s automotive supply chain. The program was created to strengthen competitiveness, improve productivity and help suppliers respond to the rapidly changing needs of vehicle manufacturers.
Eligibility
O-AMP provides support to projects that fall under one or more of the following categories:
- technology adoption for process efficiency
- tools and technologies to support new product development
- lean manufacturing
Eligible applicants are Ontario‑based for‑profit automotive supply chain companies with fewer than 500 employees and less than $1 billion in global revenues, and with at least 30% of total sales in the automotive supply sector. Applicants must have a manufacturing location in Ontario by project start.
Businesses can receive up to $150,000, covering up to 50% of eligible project costs, with the company contributing the remaining share through internal resources or financing.
Program Guidelines
Contact Us
For general inquiries and questions, contact the O-AMP team at o-amp@ontario.ca
For technical issues with the online application portal, please contact Transfer Payment Ontario Client Care Monday to Friday, from 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. EST, except for government and statutory holidays.
- Toll-free: 1-855-216-3090
- TTY: 416-325-3408
- Toll-free TTY: 1-800-268-7095
- Email: TPONCC@ontario.ca
Pothole Prevention and Repair Program
STATUS:
RESTRICTED
DEADLINE: Applications are due by Friday, December 12, 2025 at 5:00 p.m. EST.
MINISTRY: Ministry of Transportation
Description
The Pothole Prevention and Repair Program helps make Ontario’s roads safer by reducing accidents and damage caused by potholes.
The program supports smaller municipalities with:
- road maintenance
- set standards to help improve road conditions
- promote high-quality roadwork across the province
Municipalities that receive funding must meet the requirements set out in the Guidelines.
Eligibility
The Pothole Prevention and Repair Program is open to municipalities with a population of 10,000 or less based on the 2021 Statistics Canada survey. To qualify, municipalities must be interested in carrying out eligible pothole prevention and repair projects.
Contact Us
For general questions, contact PPRP@ontario.ca.
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