Visit a trusted resource to find out what grants are available for your business, project, educational research, or other reason you may need the grant. One good source is the Canadian government's website. Click on the Search option and type the word 'grant' to see which grants are offered. You will see there are many options to choose from in the results; therefore, it may take some time to find the grant that would best suit your needs. Another resource is the book, "Canadian Funding Business Resources," which includes a CD-ROM. It was published in 2008 by The Centre for National Business Development.
After finding the grant that suits your needs, read all the information thoroughly in order to be aware of deadlines and to know where to get the necessary forms. Some grants, like the strategic grants to help support an individual's research at a university, have some forms available on the website. When there are no application forms available on the site, this indicates that you need to request application information over the phone or by mail. The same applies to other grants such as those for Indian businesses. The New Horizons for Seniors Grants can be applied for online but only when the program is accepting proposals. This program grants money to facilities for construction of accommodations that help seniors lead active lives.
Fill out the required forms carefully and submit them through the mail. Wait for a reply. You may want to double check the website to make certain you turned in all the needed information. If you are awarded the grant, remember to follow the rules regarding the grant. For instance, there are some costs related to the the strategic grant that cannot be paid for by the grant, such as the cost of thesis defense and tuition. There is also a requirement to inform others at research presentations, meetings, and similar events of the use of government funding for your research.