Funding directory

Canadian Heritage

Multiculturalism and Anti-Racism Program (MARP)

open Deadline June 10, 2026 Canada

About this grant

The Multiculturalism and Anti-Racism Program (MARP) provides funding to community-based initiatives that address systemic racism, discrimination, or hate, promote intercultural and interfaith understanding, and foster inclusion. Eligible activities include projects, events, organizational capacity building, and Holocaust remembrance. Funding is available through various mechanisms including calls for proposals and continuous intakes.

Who can apply

  • Canadian organizations such as non-profit organizations, municipalities, and Indigenous communities
  • For-profit organizations may be eligible if the project is non-commercial
  • Individuals may be eligible in limited circumstances

Who cannot apply

  • For-profit activities that are commercial in nature
  • Individuals applying for personal benefit

Application process

  • Identify the appropriate funding component (Projects, Events, Organizational Capacity Building, National Holocaust Remembrance Program)
  • Check the specific funding mechanism (call for proposals, continuous intake, etc.)
  • Prepare application package as per guidelines
  • Submit application by the deadline or through continuous intake