Canadian grants & funding opportunities
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School Bike Parking Grant
The School Bike Parking Grant supports schools in Edmonton to construct secure and reliable bike parking facilities. The program aims to increase active transportation to schools by removing barriers to cycling. Funding is one-time and requests must be between $500 and $15,000.
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$500 – $15,000
Deadline
Apr 30, 2024Region
Edmonton - closed
Festivals and Events Micro Grant Program
The Festivals and Events Micro Grant Program supports smaller, outdoor community festivals and events in Edmonton that showcase local talent, celebrate heritage and diversity, and add vibrancy to the city. Eligible organizations include registered not-for-profits, charities, and business improvement areas. Grant awards range from $500 to $10,000, covering up to 50% of total event costs.
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$500 – $10,000
Deadline
Apr 15, 2025Region
Edmonton - closed
FCSS Strong Sector Initiatives Grant
The Family and Community Support Services (FCSS) Strong Sector Initiatives Grant supports collaborative initiatives that build a strong sector and increase social inclusion and equity. Eligible collaboratives must focus on integrated service coordination or formal partnerships between researchers and community organizations. Funding is prioritized for initiatives demonstrating shared leadership, formal partnerships, and a participant-centred approach.
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Apr 23, 2025Region
Edmonton - closed
Family and Community Support Services (FCSS) Community Program Grant
The Family and Community Support Services (FCSS) Community Program Grant provides funding to support preventive programs and services that build resilient individuals, thriving families, and welcoming communities. Eligible organizations must be not-for-profit and registered in Alberta. Priority areas include positive mental health, poverty reduction, and homelessness prevention.
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Apr 24, 2025Region
Edmonton New Horizons for Seniors Program – Community-based projects (up to $25,000)
The New Horizons for Seniors Program (NHSP) community-based stream is a federal grant that supports projects designed by seniors and for seniors in their communities. It funds projects that empower seniors through increased social inclusion. Eligible organizations can apply for up to $25,000 for volunteer-based projects led by seniors.
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$25,000
Deadline
Sep 17, 2025Region
Canada- closed
Kindred Cares Grant
The Kindred Cares Grant supports programs, projects, and research in hospice, palliative, and end-of-life care for those with life-limiting conditions and their families. Funding is available for pediatric and AYA palliative care across Canada, and adult palliative care in Eastern Canada (NB, NS, PEI, NL). Maximum grant amounts are $30,000 for programs/projects and $10,000 for research.
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$30,000
Deadline
Oct 27, 2025Region
Canada - closed
Settlement, Integration and Language Projects Grants
The Settlement, Integration and Language Projects grants fund projects that strengthen the settlement, language and integration system for newcomers in Alberta. Two streams are available: Building Community Capacity (initiatives to help communities attract, welcome and retain newcomers) and Supporting Labour Market Attachment (training projects with a language component for underemployed or unemployed newcomers). Eligible applicants include non-profit organizations, municipalities, post-secondary institutions, and social enterprises.
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Nov 28, 2025Region
Alberta - closed
Anti-Racism Grant
Alberta's Anti-Racism Grant Program supports community organizations in Alberta to implement initiatives that combat discrimination and address systemic racism. Funding supports public education projects that help Albertans recognize and value cultural differences and heritage, and builds capacity within Indigenous and racialized communities. There are two funding streams: Stream 1 (up to $5,000) requires alignment with at least one outcome under either program objective; Stream 2 (up to $10,000) requires alignment with at least one outcome under both program objectives. In the 2025-26 intake, $508,930 was awarded to 59 community organizations.
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$10,000
Deadline
Dec 19, 2025Region
Alberta - closed
Community League Infrastructure Program
This program provides funding to community leagues in Edmonton for major infrastructure projects, including rehabilitation, renovation, and new builds. Grants cover up to 50% of eligible costs, with maximums of $25,000 for planning grants and $400,000 for standard or completed project grants. Eligible applicants must be registered not-for-profit societies in good standing with the Edmonton Federation of Community Leagues.
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$5,000 – $400,000
Deadline
Jan 28, 2026Region
Edmonton - closed
Winter Together Grant
The Winter Together Grant provides up to $1,000 to non-profit organizations in Edmonton to celebrate neighbours helping neighbours during the winter season. Funds can be used for winter parties, incentives, prizes, and materials promoting community snow removal. The grant aims to foster communal responsibility and create a more accessible Winter City.
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$1,000
Deadline
Feb 28, 2026Region
Edmonton