Administered by Government of Canada · Last verified: July 2026
The Canadian Worker Co-op Federation offers small grants to help worker co-ops and multi-stakeholder co-ops hire a co-op developer, lawyer, or other professional to work through a specific challenge. Applicants must be, or agree to become, members of CWCF. A limited number of grants each year may go to start-up or conversion groups that commit to joining CWCF on incorporation. This is a non-repayable grant that covers professional fees.
Review times vary by program, from a few weeks to a few months, so check the official page for its timeline. Grant money is usually paid after you sign a funding agreement, and cost-shared programs often reimburse you once you send proof of what you spent.
Take the 3-minute quiz to find out, and see every other Canadian program you qualify for at the same time.
Check my eligibilityCWCF Technical Assistance Grants is generally open to incorporated businesses, in any province or territory. Confirm the full criteria on the official program page before applying.
The estimated value is Up to $4,000 per grant. The actual amount depends on your eligible costs, the program's budget, and approval.
1. Confirm CWCF membership or arrange to join 2. Download and complete the fillable application form 3. Identify a CoopZone co-op developer or qualified professional 4. Email the completed application to CWCF
Continuous intake while funds last.