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WES Ecosystem Fund is sponsored by Government of Canada, via Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada (ISED-ISDE). The WES Ecosystem Fund supports the Women Entrepreneurship Strategy by identifying and selecting projects that provide business support services to women entrepreneurs and strengthen Canada's entrepreneurship ecosystem for women.
The 2027 call focuses on ecosystem-strengthening work and services that help women start, grow, and scale businesses.
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Or search similar grants →According to the current listing, eligibility includes: Eligible Canadian not-for-profit organizations can apply to implement projects that strengthen the entrepreneurship ecosystem for women in Canada. Confirm the full requirements in the official notice before applying.
The current listing shows up to $80 million total pool (non-repayable contribution funding), between $250,000 and $6 million per project. Verify award ceilings, matching requirements, and allowable costs in the official notice.
Applications for WES Ecosystem Fund are due November 9, 2026. Build your timeline backwards from this date to cover registrations, approvals, and final submission checks.
WES Ecosystem Fund is funded by Government of Canada, via Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada (ISED-ISDE). Verify program details on the funder's official page before applying.
Start from the official opportunity page linked in this listing — it carries the sponsor's submission instructions.
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