Find Funding
Welcome to the National Trust’s Find Funding portal, where we connect you to corporate, foundation and government funding opportunities for heritage projects at the national, provincial/territorial and regional level.
Looking for information on government subsidies and special Covid-related funding opportunities?
Visit our resources page.
Is there a funding opportunity missing? We need your help to grow this listing.
Please email us at eboulet@nationaltrustcanada.ca.
Use the fields below to refine your search.
To find province/territory-wide and/or municipal and regional funding opportunities, check only the relevant provinces/territories. You must select at least one project category to see results.
Feature Funder:
Resilient Communities FundON | Programming & Organization Development
Starting November 10, 2021, organizations can apply for funding for their community-based projects as they continue to rebuild and recover from the impacts of COVID-19. Deadline: December 8, 2021 at 5 PM ET
Ontario Trillium FoundationUpcoming Deadline:
150 Time Immemorial Grant ProgramBC | Bricks & Mortar
The 150 Time Immemorial grant program aims to advance reconciliation and learning; promote a diverse and inclusive society including honouring underrepresented and marginalized communities in our history (Indigenous people, black people, and people of color (IBPOC), members of the LGBTQ2S+ community, people with disabilities, and women), and support resiliency into the next 150 years.
Deadline: Friday, December 24, 2021
Online Application Form
Offline Application Form
Sample Budget Template
Access to Heritage — Museums Assistance Program
National | Programming & Organization Development
The Museums Assistance Program (MAP) – Access to Heritage component provides funding to heritage organizations for travelling exhibitions in Canada, to promote access to heritage across different geographic regions.
Application deadline: November 1, 2021
Digital Greenhouse
National | Programming & Organization Development
The Digital Greenhouse is a digital innovation initiative for Canadian individuals, groups and organizations. It supports short-term projects that leverage digital technology to address sectoral and digital challenges.
Canada Council for the ArtsCanadian Museums Association Bursary Program
National | Programming & Organization Development
Canadian Museums AssociationCanada Summer Jobs
National | Youth & Scholarships, Employment
Employment and Social Development, Government of CanadaCelebrate Canada
National | Programming & Organization Development
Canadian Heritage, Government of CanadaDepartment of Canadian Heritage Legacy Fund
National | Bricks & Mortar
Canadian Heritage, Government of CanadaDigital Access to Heritage — Museums Assistance Program
National | Programming & Organization Development
The Digital Access to Heritage component of the Museums Assistance Program (MAP) provides funding to heritage organizations to digitize collections, develop digital content and build their capacity in these areas.
Deadline March 1, 2022, for projects starting between April 1, 2022, and March 31, 2024
Digital Museums Canada
National | Programming & Organization Development
Digital Museums Canada invests in online projects by Canadian museums and heritage organizations, helping them build digital capacity and share stories and experiences with people everywhere.
Small Investment Stream, Deadline November 24, 2021
Documentary Heritage Communities Program
National | Programming & Organization Development
Library and Archives CanadaEnabling Accessibility Fund for small projects
National | Bricks & Mortar
This Fund supports the capital costs of construction, renovation and/or retrofit activities in workplaces and communities, as well as the provision of accessible technologies.
Employment and Social Development CanadaFirst Nations and Inuit Youth Work Experience Program
National | Youth & Scholarships, Employment
Indigenous and Northern Affairs CanadaGreen and Inclusive Community Buildings
National | Bricks & Mortar
Infrastructure Canada is currently accepting applications for retrofits and new building projects for community buildings. Applications are being accepted on an ongoing basis for projects under $3 million (and until July 6, 2021 at 23:59 PDT for projects from $3 million to $25 million).
Infrastructure CanadaThe Herb Stovel Scholarship
National | Youth & Scholarships, Employment
Apply for the Herb Stovel Scholarship today to expand your knowledge of heritage or connect with heritage thought leaders at a national or international conference.
National Trust for CanadaInnovative Communities Fund (ICF) – projects
National | Programming & Organization Development
Atlantic Canada Opportunities AgencyJohn Edwards Conference Bursary for Heritage Volunteers
National | Youth & Scholarships, Employment
National Trust for CanadaLocal Festivals – Building Communities Through Arts and Heritage
National | Programming & Organization Development
Building Communities Through Arts and Heritage – Local Festivals component provides funding to local groups for recurring festivals that present the work of local artists, artisans or heritage performers.
Department of Canadian HeritageMuseums Assistance Program (MAP)
National | Programming & Organization Development
Canadian Heritage, Government of CanadaReopening Fund for Heritage Organizations – Museums Assistance Program
National | Programming & Organization Development
The Reopening Fund for Heritage Organizations provides financial assistance for ongoing operating costs to heritage institutions that have felt the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic as they reopen and safely welcome back visitors. Closing date: October 20, 2021.
Canadian HeritageNational Cost-Sharing Program for Heritage Places
National | Bricks & Mortar
The program is open to owners and eligible lessees of national historic sites, heritage lighthouses and heritage railway stations.
Parks CanadaRental Construction Financing
National | Bricks & Mortar
Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation (CMHC)Strategic Initiatives – Canada Cultural Investment Fund
National | Programming & Organization Development
Canadian Heritage, Government of CanadaSupport for Interpretation and Translation
National | Programming & Organization Development
Canadian Heritage, Government of CanadaThe New Building Canada Fund (NBCF)
National | Bricks & Mortar
Infrastructure Canada, Government of CanadaCommunity Economic Recovery Infrastructure Program
BC | Programming & Organization Development
The Community Economic Recovery Infrastructure Program provides fully-funded provincial grants to support economic resilience, tourism, heritage, and urban and rural economic development projects in communities impacted by COVID-19.
Government of British ColumbiaIndigenous Cultural Heritage Infrastructure Grant
BC | Bricks & Mortar
The goal of this grant is to support Indigenous communities to safeguard, revitalize and celebrate their heritage through projects that include the conservation of structures, cultural heritage sites, landscapes, trails and archives.
Upcoming Deadline: February 1, 2021
Real Estate Foundation of British Columbia – BC
BC | Programming & Organization Development
Real Estate Foundation of British ColumbiaNon-Profit Sector Supplement – YT
YT | Programming & Organization Development
The aim of this program is to enable non-profits to be in a financial position to resume normal operations after the COVID-19 pandemic.
Heritage YukonThe Historic Properties Assistance Program – YT
YT | Bricks & Mortar
Tourism & Culture, Government of YukonYukon Heritage Training Fund – YT
YT | Youth & Scholarships, Employment
Tourism & Culture, Government of YukonYukon Historic Resources Fund – YT
YT | Programming & Organization Development
Tourism & Culture, Government of YukonCulture and Heritage Grants – NU
NU | Programming & Organization Development
The Government of NunavutAlberta Real Estate Foundation – AB
AB | Programming & Organization Development
Alberta Real Estate FoundationHeritage Preservation Partnership Program: Conservation Grants – AB
AB | Youth & Scholarships, Employment
Alberta Historical Resources FoundationHeritage Grants Program – MB
MB | Bricks & Mortar
Deadlines for applications are January 31 and June 1 of each year.
Government of ManitobaThe Thomas Sill Foundation – MB
MB | Programming & Organization Development
The Thomas Sill Foundation Inc.My Main Street
ON | Programming & Organization Development
My Main Street is a $23.25-million investment to help drive business and restore vibrancy to local communities across southern Ontario in the aftermath of COVID-19.
My Main StreetCommunity Building Fund – Capital Stream
ON | Bricks & Mortar
Repair, renovate or retrofit existing sport and recreation facilities to help strengthen communities.
Ontario Trillium FoundationCOVID-19 Business Support Grants
ON | Programming & Organization Development
Ontario is helping businesses recover costs for personal protective equipment and providing extra support for businesses required to close or significantly restrict services as a result of provincial public health measures.
Government of OntarioInvesting in Canada Infrastructure Program (ICIP): Community, Culture and Recreation Stream
ON | Bricks & Mortar
Infrastructure Canada, Government of OntarioOntario Heritage Tax Relief Program – ON
ON | Programming & Organization Development
Ministry of Tourism, Culture, and Sport, Government of OntarioOntario Trillium Foundation – ON
ON | Programming & Organization Development
Ontario Trillium Foundation, Government of OntarioRural Economic Development Program - Strategic Economic Infrastructure Stream
ON | Bricks & Mortar
The Strategic Economic Infrastructure Stream of the program enables the province to cover up to 30% of eligible minor capital projects that help spur economic growth, such as restoring museums and heritage sites, setting up community hubs, and streetscaping.
Government of OntarioQuébec Religious Heritage Foundation – QC
QC | Bricks & Mortar
Conseil du patrimoine religieux du QuébecEntente en restauration du patrimoine – QC
QC | Programming & Organization Development
Culture et communications, Gouvernement du QuébecMinistère de la Culture et des Communications du Québec – QC
QC | Programming & Organization Development
Culture et communications, Gouvernement du QuébecProperty Tax Abatement Program – NB
NB | Programming & Organization Development
Government of New BrunswickBuildings at Risk Fund of the Heritage Trust of Nova Scotia – NS
NS | Bricks & Mortar
Heritage Trust of Nova ScotiaConservation Advice Grant – NS
NS | Programming & Organization Development
Communities, Culture, and Heritage, Government of Nova ScotiaFinancial Assistance Programs for Heritage Property Owners – NS
NS | Programming & Organization Development
Communities, Culture, and Heritage, Government of Nova ScotiaHeritage Work Grant – NS
NS | Bricks & Mortar
Communities, Culture, and Heritage, Government of Nova ScotiaProvincial Heritage Incentive Program – PE
PE | Bricks & Mortar
Communities, Cultural Affairs and Labour, Government of Prince Edward IslandFisheries Heritage Preservation Program – NL
NL | Bricks & Mortar
Heritage Foundation of Newfoundland and LabradorRegistered Heritage Structure Grant – NL
NL | Bricks & Mortar
Heritage Foundation of Newfoundland and LabradorThe Conservation Corps Newfoundland and Labrador – NL
NL | Programming & Organization Development
Conservation Corps Newfoundland and LabradorCommunity Foundations of Canada
Community Foundations | Bricks & Mortar
Community Foundations of CanadaDowntown Eastside (DTES) Matching Capital Grant Program
BC | Programming & Organization Development
Vancouver, BCCommercial Corridor Housing Loan and Grant Program
ON | Programming & Organization Development
Hamilton, ONDevelopment Charge Exemption for Protected Heritage Properties
ON | Programming & Organization Development
Hamilton, ONHeritage Organization Development Grant Program – ON
ON | Programming & Organization Development
The Heritage Organization Development Grant provides historical societies, museums and other heritage associations, located throughout the province, with a portion of their annual operating support.
Government of Ontario