Social Finance Fund
$100,000–$2,000,000ContributionFederalEmployment and Social Development Canada
$755M federal fund supporting social purpose organizations (non-profits, co-ops, social enterprises, mission-driven companies) to access social finance capital for projects with clear social and/or environmental outcomes.
Deadlines
- Intake type: Fixed intake windows
- Current intake: Intake rounds through intermediaries
- Typical processing time: 4–8 months
What you'll need
Social/Environmental Mission
Organization must have a clear social or environmental mission with measurable outcomes
Find an Intermediary
Access via approved social finance intermediaries — not applied for directly with ESDC
Official program page · Details verified Aug 15, 2026
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