Government Grants for Digital Transformation 2026

Up to $350,000 in combined funding available for Canadian SMEs

$350k+

Maximum combined funding available

50-75%

Typical funding percentage

6-12 weeks

Average approval time

Programs by Location

Select your province to see available grants and programs

🍁 Federal Programs (All of Canada)

These programs are available to Canadian SMEs across all provinces and territories.

CanExport SME 🍁 Canada-wide

Support for export market development

Up to $100,000
@ 50% funding

βœ… Eligible Expenses:

  • Market research and export strategy
  • Trade shows and missions
  • Marketing materials and promotional activities
  • Professional services (legal, consulting)
  • Travel costs for business development

πŸ“‹ Eligibility Criteria:

  • Canadian registered business
  • 1-500 employees
  • Annual revenues between $200k - $50M
  • Financially viable
  • Exporting to new markets (not US for most sectors)
Official Program Page β†’ Get Application Help

PCAN 2026 (Canadian Digital Adoption Program) 🍁 Canada-wide

Digital technology adoption support

Up to $30,000
@ 50-75% funding

πŸ”₯ NEW for 2026: Expanded Scope

PCAN now covers cybersecurity, cloud migration, e-commerce platforms, and automation tools. Deadlines extended to March 2027.

βœ… Eligible Expenses:

  • Digital advisor fees (strategy development)
  • Technology implementation (software, hardware)
  • E-commerce platforms and online sales tools
  • Cybersecurity solutions
  • Employee training on new technologies

πŸ“‹ Eligibility Criteria:

  • Private sector for-profit business
  • 1-499 employees
  • At least $500k annual revenues
  • Incorporated in Canada
  • Not receiving similar federal support
Official Program Page β†’ Get Application Help

BDC (Business Development Bank of Canada) 🍁 Canada-wide

Complementary financing options for digital transformation projects

BDC Capital

Equity investments and venture debt

Amount: Variable (typically $500k+)

BDC Working Capital Loans

Operating loans and lines of credit

Amount: Up to $5M

Explore BDC Options β†’

⚜️ Quebec-Specific Programs

These programs are available only to businesses registered and operating in Quebec.

ESSOR Program ⚜️ Quebec

Financial support for digital transformation (Investissement QuΓ©bec)

Up to $250,000
@ 50% funding

πŸ”₯ Most Popular Grant for Quebec SMEs

ESSOR covers websites, CRM, ERP, automation, and consulting. Maximum eligible investment: $500,000.

βœ… Eligible Expenses:

  • ERP systems (Odoo, SAP, Microsoft Dynamics)
  • CRM platforms (Salesforce, HubSpot, Zoho)
  • Professional bilingual websites
  • Business intelligence and analytics tools
  • Process automation software
  • Cybersecurity solutions
  • Professional services (up to 50% of project)
  • Employee training (up to 20% of project)

πŸ“‹ Eligibility Criteria:

  • Quebec registered business (NEQ)
  • 1-499 employees
  • Financially healthy
  • Ability to fund 50% of project
  • Project between $50,000 - $500,000

⏱️ Timeline 2026:

  • Cohort 1: Opens Feb 1 | Deadline Apr 15 | Decisions mid-June
  • Cohort 2: Opens Sept 1 | Deadline Nov 15 | Decisions Jan 2027
  • Approval time: 8-12 weeks average
  • Acceptance rate (2025): 67%
Official Program Page β†’ Get Application Help (Turnkey Service)

Quebec IT Investment Tax Credit ⚜️ Quebec

Refundable tax credit for IT equipment and software

24%
Refundable credit

βœ… Eligible Expenses:

  • Computer hardware and servers
  • Licensed software and SaaS subscriptions
  • Network equipment
  • Cybersecurity infrastructure
  • Cloud computing infrastructure

πŸ’‘ Stack with ESSOR: You can combine the IT Tax Credit (24%) with ESSOR (50%) for a total of 74% funding on hardware/software purchases!

Official Program Page β†’

🍁 Manitoba Programs

Provincial programs for Manitoba-based businesses, plus federal programs.

Manitoba Research & Innovation Fund

Support for innovation and technology adoption

Up to $500,000
@ 50-75% funding

βœ… Eligible Expenses:

  • Research and development activities
  • Technology acquisition and implementation
  • Innovation projects
  • Process optimization and automation
  • Professional services and consulting
Manitoba Business Programs β†’

Small Business Ventures Program

Maximum: $150,000

Funding: 50%

Target: Start-ups and growing SMEs

Focus: Business expansion, equipment, digital tools

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Digital Manitoba Grant

Support for digital infrastructure and e-commerce adoption

Maximum: $50,000 @ 50% | Target: SMEs adopting digital technologies

Contact Us for Manitoba Grant Support

🍁 Ontario Programs

Provincial programs for Ontario-based businesses, plus federal programs.

Ontario Made Manufacturing Investment Tax Credit

Tax credit for manufacturing and processing investments

Up to $2M
@ 10% credit

βœ… Eligible Expenses:

  • Manufacturing equipment
  • Processing machinery
  • Automation systems
  • Digital manufacturing tools (IoT, AI)
Official Program Page β†’

Digital Main Street - ShopHERE

Free support for small businesses to build e-commerce presence

Grant Amount: Up to $2,500 @ 100% funding

Includes: Free digital assessment + website/e-commerce platform + training

Apply to Digital Main Street β†’

🍁 British Columbia Programs

Provincial programs for BC-based businesses, plus federal programs.

Innovate BC

Support for technology adoption and innovation

Up to $300,000
@ 50-75% funding

βœ… Programs Available:

  • Ignite: Pre-commercial tech ventures
  • Elevate: Scale-up technology companies
  • Platform: Technology adoption by traditional sectors
Innovate BC Programs β†’

BC Manufacturing Jobs Fund

Support for manufacturing sector modernization

Maximum: $1,000,000 @ 50% | Target: Manufacturing equipment, automation, productivity improvements

Official Program Page β†’

🍁 Alberta Programs

Provincial programs for Alberta-based businesses, plus federal programs.

Alberta Jobs Now

Wage subsidy for hiring and training

Up to $25,000
@ 37.5-75% funding

βœ… Eligible Expenses:

  • Wages for new hires (including digital specialists)
  • Employee training costs
  • Skills development programs
Official Program Page β†’

Innovation Employment Grant

Support for companies creating high-value jobs in innovation sectors

Maximum: $500,000 @ 50% | Target: Technology companies, digital transformation projects

Official Program Page β†’

πŸ’‘ Grant Stacking Strategy

Maximize your funding by combining multiple programs

Example: Quebec Manufacturing SME

Program Project Amount Funding Rate Grant Amount
ESSOR (Digital Transformation) ⚜️ $250,000 50% $125,000
Quebec IT Tax Credit (Hardware/Software) ⚜️ $100,000 24% $24,000
CanExport SME (Export Strategy) 🍁 $50,000 50% $25,000
TOTAL PUBLIC FUNDING $174,000
Total Project Investment $400,000
Real Cost to Business $226,000 (44% self-funded)

πŸ“ Stacking Rules by Province:

  • Quebec: ESSOR + IT Tax Credit = up to 74% funding
  • Manitoba: Provincial + Federal programs = up to 75% combined
  • Ontario: Tax Credit (10%) + PCAN (75%) = up to 85% combined
  • BC/Alberta: Provincial + Federal programs = up to 75% combined

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πŸ’° Our Pricing:

$1,000 base fee + 8-10% success fee (only if approved)

Example: $100,000 ESSOR grant β†’ Total fee: $11,000 CAD (you net $89,000)

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2025 Success Rate: 85-90% approval rate | Average turnaround: 8-12 weeks

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