Programs for businesses in Manitoba. Federal programs open to Manitoba businesses are on the Federal page. 70 open or upcoming, 78 listed.
SeedPort tracks 70 open or upcoming funding programs for businesses in Manitoba: 20 loans, 19 service programs, 15 grants, 11 tax credits, and other support. The most common uses are advisory, business expansion, hiring. Use the search and activity filter below, open any program for its amount, deadline and eligibility, and confirm details on the official page before you apply.
Program name
Province
Max funding
Status
Action
Book Publishing Tax CreditRefundable Manitoba tax credit equal to 40% of eligible Manitoba book publishing labour costs, up to $100,000 per year. Eligible costs include salaries for editing, design and project management; freelance fees for… Manitoba
Up to $100,000
Open
Business Contribution FundNon-repayable contribution of up to 40% of eligible costs (maximum $250,000) for the start-up, expansion or acquisition of a business that is majority Manitoba First Nation-owned. Manitoba
Up to $250,000
Open
Alberta, Saskatchewan, Manitoba
Loan up to $5,000,000
Open
CDEM FinancingLoans for Francophone entrepreneurs in Manitoba to finance start-up, expansion and the creation of an export division. Manitoba
Open
CDEM MentoringMentoring program pairing new francophone entrepreneurs in Manitoba with an experienced mentor, meeting once or twice per month to learn from the mentor's experience and expertise. Manitoba
Open
CDEM TrainingTraining and workshops for francophone entrepreneurs in Manitoba, including business start-up training, export and import workshops, and a variety of business management skills workshops. Manitoba
Open
Child Care Centre Development Tax CreditManitoba businesses that create licensed child care centres in the workplace can receive a tax credit of $10,000 per new infant or preschool space created, claimed over a five-year period. Manitoba
Up to $10,000
Open
Co-op Graduates Hiring IncentiveManitoba incentive allowing employers who hire a graduate of a registered co-operative education program into full-time employment to claim 15% of wages and salaries paid, up to a lifetime maximum of $5,000 per student. Manitoba
Up to $5,000
Open
Co-op Students Hiring IncentiveManitoba incentive allowing employers to claim 15% of wages and salaries paid to co-op students in approved co-operative education work placements, up to a maximum of $5,000 per student. Manitoba
Up to $5,000
Open
Community Economic Expansion ProgramRepayable, interest-free loan of up to $300,000 or 50% of costs to start a new business, purchase an existing business, or upgrade an existing business, with the intent of creating wealth and jobs for First Nations in… Manitoba
Loan up to $300,000
Open
Community Enterprise Development Tax Credit ProgramManitoba program providing a 45% income tax credit to Manitoba residents and corporations that invest in approved community enterprises; approved enterprises can raise a maximum of $3 million in repayable capital. Manitoba
Up to $27,000
Open
Economic Development Initiative (EDI)Non-repayable contribution for projects and initiatives that foster economic diversification, business development, innovation, partnerships and increased support for francophone SMEs in the Prairie region. Alberta, Saskatchewan, Manitoba
Open
ElevateIP - CommunitechSupport services delivered by accelerators, incubators and other support organizations to help startups develop and implement customized intellectual property (IP) strategies. Ontario, Manitoba, Saskatchewan
Open
Employment Assistance ServicesA range of services and programs that help employers and job seekers find each other, learn together and succeed together, addressing labour market needs in Manitoba. Manitoba
Open
Entrepreneurs with Disabilities ProgramProvides one-on-one business consultation, business plan assistance and loans to help entrepreneurs with disabilities start or grow a business in rural Manitoba. Manitoba
100% of costs
Open
Entrepreneurs with Disabilities Program (PrairiesCan)Provides repayable term loans of varying amounts with flexible terms to entrepreneurs with disabilities in the Prairie provinces who cannot obtain funding from traditional sources, plus access to a network of business… Alberta, Saskatchewan, Manitoba
Open
Export Development ProgramFunding of up to $30,000 per fiscal year covering up to 50% of eligible costs for Manitoba SMEs participating in export tradeshows or trade missions outside Manitoba to assess or initiate business in an export market. Manitoba
Up to $30,000
Open
Manitoba
Up to $20,000
Open
Manitoba
Loan up to $200,000
Open
Manitoba
Loan up to $1,000,000
Open
Manitoba
Up to $20,000
Open
Food Development CentreAccess to facilities and consulting services for food product R&D, testing, labelling, packaging, business planning and marketing. Manitoba
Open
Alberta, Saskatchewan, Manitoba
Open
Green Energy Equipment Tax CreditManitoba tax credit for property owners of 7.5% to 15% of the cost of installing geothermal heat pump systems, solar thermal energy systems and biomass fuel energy equipment. Manitoba
15% of costs
Open
Manitoba
Loan up to $5,000
Open
Alberta, Saskatchewan, Manitoba
Open
Industry Expansion ProgramFunding for businesses locating new operations in Manitoba or expanding existing operations, to support skills training projects for both new hires and existing employees. Support is custom-prepared on a… Manitoba
Open
Innovation Canada - Innovation Advisors in ManitobaFree one-on-one advisory service for Manitoba innovators developing a new product, technology or process. Innovation Advisors, former entrepreneurs with private and public sector networks, help identify suitable… Manitoba
Open
Interactive Digital Media Tax CreditRefundable corporate income tax credit equal to 40% of wages paid to Manitobans working on eligible interactive digital media projects in Manitoba, to a maximum of $500,000 per project. Manitoba
Up to $500,000
Open
Labour Market PartnershipsA range of services and programs that help employers and job seekers find each other, learn together and succeed together, delivered under Manitoba's Workforce Training and Employment umbrella as Labour Market… Manitoba
Open
Livestock Price Insurance ProgramPrice insurance for farmers protecting against decreases in cattle and hog prices in Manitoba, Saskatchewan, Alberta and British Columbia. Manitoba, Saskatchewan, Alberta, British Columbia
Open
LRCC Business Grant & Loan ProgramLoans of up to $250,000 for Metis-owned small businesses in Manitoba to support start-up, acquisition or expansion. Certain project costs may also be eligible for grant funding as part of the financing package (maximum… Manitoba
Loan up to $250,000
Open
Manitoba Film and Video Production Tax CreditRefundable tax credit of up to 38% on eligible labour expenses associated with producing a film or video in Manitoba, with additional bonuses available for producer credit, rural-and-northern locations, or producing… Manitoba
38% of costs
Open
MASC Lending Programs and Loan GuaranteesLoans and loan guarantees from the Manitoba Agricultural Services Corporation offering favourable terms and rates for Manitoba agricultural producers' business and/or production operations. Manitoba
80% of costs
Open
Manitoba
Loan up to $40,000
Open
NRC Medical Device Testing FacilitiesFee-for-service R&D facilities in Boucherville, Quebec and Winnipeg, Manitoba that give healthcare organizations direct access to advanced scientific infrastructure and expertise in medical diagnostic technology… Quebec, Manitoba
Open
Paid Work Experience Tax CreditsManitoba tax credit providing a wage subsidy of 15 to 25% of wages (maximum $5,000 per trainee) for employers providing paid work and on-the-job training opportunities to high school and post-secondary co-op students… Manitoba
Up to $5,000
Open
Alberta, Saskatchewan, Manitoba
Loan up to $5,000,000
Open
Alberta, Saskatchewan, Manitoba
Up to $5,000,000
Open
Alberta, Saskatchewan, Manitoba
75% of costs
Open
Alberta, Saskatchewan, Manitoba
Open
Alberta, Saskatchewan, Manitoba
Loan up to $5,000,000
Open
Alberta, Saskatchewan, Manitoba
Up to $5,000,000
Open
Sector Council ProgramOrganizations in key sectors in Manitoba can access support to develop and deliver workforce training for new and existing employees, identify skills and labour gaps, advise post-secondary institutions on curriculum… Manitoba
Open
Self-Employment Benefit ProgramSupport for unemployed individuals receiving employment insurance benefits who have a viable business idea, providing funding plus one year of business counselling and training to help plan and start the business. Manitoba
Open
Skills Development ProgramCovers up to 75% of course costs (tuition, workshop fees and books) for business readiness training to help develop management and marketing skills for Manitoba First Nation entrepreneurs. Manitoba
75% of costs
Open
Ubuntu Forward ProgramSupport for Black entrepreneurs in Manitoba through collaborative learning modules, free business resources, structured online training, and one-on-one coaching. Manitoba
Open
Venture for Canada - Internship ProgramWage subsidies covering up to $7,000 per student, per term for startups and SMEs to hire interns from Canadian universities and colleges. Employers based exclusively in Ontario are not eligible for internship funding. Federal
Up to $7,000
Open
WeGreen LoansFinancing of up to $150,000 for women entrepreneurs in Manitoba investing in sustainable business practices. Term loans up to 5 years, with startup rate at prime + 2% and expansion rate at prime + 1%. Reduced or… Manitoba
Loan up to $150,000
Open
WeMB AdviceFree, confidential, one-on-one guidance at every business level and stage, as well as help with business plans and loan applications, for women entrepreneurs in Manitoba. Manitoba
Open
WeMB LoansLoans between $5,000 and $150,000 for Manitoba women entrepreneurs to start up a business, expand an existing business or purchase an existing business. Manitoba
Loan up to $150,000
Open
WeMB TrainingSeminars and other events to address the needs and learning styles of women at different stages of business development. Manitoba
Open
WeMicro LoansBusiness loans between $5,000 and $25,000 for business costs to start up, expand or purchase an existing business, including equipment, leasehold improvements, fixtures, marketing and advertising, or computers and… Manitoba
Loan up to $25,000
Open
WEOC Loans (WeMB)Loans of up to $50,000 to assist and directly impact the growth and success of Canadian women entrepreneurs, delivered in Manitoba by WeMB. Term loans of up to 5 years with a maximum interest rate of Prime + 4% and a 1%… Manitoba
Loan up to $50,000
Open
WeTech LoansLoan of up to $25,000 for women-led, market-ready tech startups, plus access to expert advice and resources to help launch and grow the business. Manitoba
Loan up to $25,000
Open
WeWork LoansWorking capital loan of between $5,000 and $25,000 for Manitoba entrepreneurs to cover day-to-day operations such as inventory, employee payroll and rent. Maximum loan term is 3 years, no application fees, 1% loan… Manitoba
Loan up to $25,000
Open
Workforce Development ProgramProvides assistance with developing and implementing HR and workforce training and development plans that contribute to achieving business goals, including hiring external support to build company capacity and… Manitoba
Open
Alberta, Saskatchewan, Manitoba
Up to $3,000,000
Closed
Build Communities Strong Fund - Local Impact StreamNon-repayable funding of $250,000 to $1 million to build, modernize, or improve local public infrastructure and community spaces in the Prairie provinces, including recreation facilities, cultural spaces and local… Alberta, Saskatchewan, Manitoba
Up to $1,000,000
Closed
Innovation Growth ProgramA 50-50 cost-shared grant of up to $100,000 for Manitoba SMEs towards the development and commercialization of a new innovative product. Manitoba
Up to $100,000
Closed
Looking Forward — Exploration GrantsSupport for the early exploration of a key question or challenge facing your organization, aimed at identifying needs, developing potential solutions, and planning the initial phases of a project. Manitoba
Up to $15,000
Closed
Manitoba
Up to $35,000
Closed
MASC AgriInsuranceFlexible and affordable insurance that protects producers of all eligible crops against production losses and most producers against crop quality losses. Manitoba
Closed
Support to Small Businesses ProgramFinancial assistance for small businesses directly impacted by the 2025 Manitoba wildfires, covering clean-up costs, insurance deductibles, inventory storage/movement and other urgent expenses. Manitoba
Up to $2,000
Closed
Sustainable CAP - Research and InnovationFunding to cover up to 50% of the costs of researcher and industry-led projects for improved technologies and practices related to climate change adaptation, environmental sustainability, human nutrition, and livestock… Manitoba
50% of costs
Closed
