Funding Opportunities eNewsletter
September 29, 2021
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Funding Opportunities Update
for Not-for-Profits and the Charitable Sector
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The Funding Opportunities Update is created by the Region of Durham, Social Services Department.
We know that strong, well-funded not-for-profit and charitable sectors can better meet the needs of Durham’s diverse communities. We are committed to sharing information about grants and funding opportunities with our community partners.
Please share this newsletter with your own networks and contacts.
Important Tip! Register your organization online at the Transfer Payment Ontario website. This site provides information about available grants, how to apply for grants and how to check the status of your application.
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Granting Opportunities by Deadline |
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Government of Canada: Invitation to Register - Supporting Distress Centres During the COVID-19 Pandemic
Application Deadline: October 6, 2021
On June 11, 2021, the Honourable Patty Hajdu, Minister of Health, announced an investment of $9,275,000 in 57 distress centres in Canada through the Public Health Agency of Canada (PHAC). This investment will support a range of distress centres across the country, including in rural and remote areas. It will also support centres that provide crisis support for specific populations-including seniors, Indigenous communities, LGBTQ2 populations and racially and linguistically diverse communities. Project funding will support recruitment, training, operating costs, and knowledge exchanges.
A second solicitation is now being launched by PHAC to provide funding to additional centres. Eligible registrants are invited to apply for funding at a pre-determined level, based on the size of the organization, volume of interactions (phone, text and/or chat), anticipated level of need and eligible activities.
The intent of the funding is to reach eligible organizations that were not included or missed the first round of funding. It is anticipated that funding will be issued in late Fall 2021, to be used over a period of 18 months.
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Government of Canada: Funding to Establish a National Institute for People of African Descent under the Supporting Black Canadian Communities Initiative
Application Deadline: October 6, 2021
As one step toward the goal of addressing systemic discrimination, we are launching a call for proposals to establish a National Institute for People of African Descent. This institute will:
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inform and influence policy and program development at all orders of government from a Black-centric perspective
- do applied research, knowledge development, information sharing, stakeholder engagement and network-building
- serve to improve the social and economic outcomes of Canada’s people of African descent, and their communities
This call for proposals will provide funding to a high capacity organization that will:
expand their service offering to establish and put into operation an institute to:
- engage Black Canadian communities and leaders
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influence policy and program development from a Black-centric perspective and
- inform all orders of government on policy and programming
- ensure the institute will be financially sustainable at the end of this funding period (March 31, 2024)
Eligible organizations can apply for up to $7,250,000. We will fund the project until March 31, 2024.
We will select 1 organization that will establish and put this institute into operation.
Proposals will need to align with the Caribbean African Canadian Social Services (CAFCAN’s) feasibility report of a Canadian Institute for People of African Descent.
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Government of Ontario: Newcomer Settlement and Language Training
Application Deadline: October 18, 2021
Newcomer settlement and language training services help newcomers succeed in their new home. Applicants can apply for funding to deliver services under the following program streams:
- Settlement and orientation: assessment, information, orientation and referral services and newcomer-specific labour market orientation, career planning and employer connections
- Language training: language assessment, language training, and integrated language and skills training in or for the workplace
- Employment-related services focus on the unique challenges faced by newcomers seeking employment, with an emphasis on:
- language skills
- employment readiness
- career decision making
Applications are expected to include relevant community and employer partnerships.
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Community One Foundation: The Steinert & Ferreiro Award
Application Deadline: October 22, 2021
The Steinert & Ferreiro Award celebrates the unsung heroes of our community. An individual will be presented with a commemorative award and a $10,000 cash prize. The recipient must agree to accept the award in-person and be publicly acknowledged for their contribution.
Eligibility
All individuals who have made a significant contribution through the arts and sciences in promoting the understanding and acceptance of lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, transsexual, intersex, queer and two-spirited communities in the Greater Toronto Area are eligible to be nominated. The arts and sciences may include the humanities (literature, philosophy, etc.), the social sciences (law, psychology, politics, history, social work, community development, etc.), fine arts (music, theatre, film, etc.), and physical sciences (engineering, biology, medicine, etc.). Unsuccessful nominations can be eligible for consideration for the following year’s award by checking the appropriate box at the bottom of the nomination form.
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Government of Canada: Canadian Heritage - Museums Assistance Program
The Museums Assistance Program (MAP) supports heritage institutions and workers in the preservation and presentation of heritage collections. The program fosters the preservation of Indigenous culture and facilitates access to heritage collections for all Canadians. It also promotes professional knowledge, skills and practices related to key museum functions.
Reopening Funding for Heritage Organizations
Application Deadline: October 20, 2021
The Reopening Fund for Heritage Organizations provides financial assistance for ongoing operating costs to heritage institutions that have felt the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic as they reopen and safely welcome back visitors.
Access to Heritage Component
Application Deadline: November 1, 2021
The Access to Heritage component promotes access to heritage across different geographic regions of Canada. Eligible projects are related to travelling exhibitions, to assist heritage organizations in reaching new audiences.
Indigenous Heritage Component
Application Deadline: November 1, 2021
The Indigenous Heritage component supports the preservation, presentation and management of Indigenous cultural heritage in Canada. It also promotes public awareness and understanding of the diverse cultures of Indigenous Peoples.
Collections Management Component
Application Deadline: November 1, 2021
The Collections Management component aims to improve professional knowledge, skills and practices to strengthen professional standards related to key museum functions for collections management in Canada. It also supports the development and delivery of resources or services that will benefit multiple museums.
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City of Pickering: Community Grants
Application Deadline: October 29, 2021
Each year the City of Pickering accepts grant applications from local non-profit community organizations.
For new applicants, the maximum grant amount that an eligible organization can receive is $3,000.
Who is Eligible?
- Local not-for-profit Community Groups and Organizations that serve, in whole or in part, the residents of the City of Pickering. At least 80% of the organization members should reside in Pickering.
- Regionally based organizations, if their services directly benefit Pickering residents.
- Religious organizations, if their event is open to the public and located on public or commercial property.
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Government of Canada: Indigenous Languages and Cultures Program: Indigenous Languages Component
Application Deadline: November 1, 2021
The Indigenous Languages Component of the Indigenous Languages and Cultures Program supports the efforts of Indigenous communities and organizations to reclaim, revitalize, maintain and strengthen Indigenous languages. Expected results include the following:
- Indigenous communities have access to resources to deliver activities that incorporate Indigenous languages
- Indigenous individuals and groups are engaged in activities that strengthen Indigenous languages
- Indigenous individuals and groups are engaged as an integral part of Canadian society, and embrace and share their languages with other Canadians
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Ontario Trillium Foundation: Resilient Communities Fund
Application Deadline: December 8, 2021
OTF is investing in projects of eligible non-profit organizations to aid their medium to longer-term recovery efforts, help with their stabilization and build their capacity and resiliency in the aftermath of COVID-19.
This fund is providing a flexible range of activities to address the diverse needs of organizations and to support them where they are at in their recovery and rebuilding.
Why has OTF created the Resilient Communities Fund?
COVID-19 has had a significant impact on the non-profit sector and its ability to support and serve communities across Ontario.
We recognize that post COVID-19 recovery support will be essential to ready non-profit organizations to deal with new and emerging needs for both them and their communities by building their organizational capacity and their ability to deliver programs and services.
OTF’s Resilient Communities Fund investments to the non-profit sector will work to complement existing emergency response funding already in place by local, provincial, and federal funders by addressing medium to longer-term impacts to organizations.
This fund aligns with OTF’s mandate to support the capacity of non-profit organizations and build healthy and vibrant communities across Ontario.
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Government of Ontario: Skills Development Fund
Application Deadline: Funding proposals will be accepted until March 31, 2022, or until all funds are allocated.
The Skills Development Fund offers funding to organizations for innovative projects that address challenges to hiring, training or retaining workers, including apprentices, during the pandemic.
COVID-19 has created pressing challenges for businesses, workers, job seekers and communities across the province. And while training and retraining are essential for keeping Ontario’s workers and businesses competitive, the pandemic has affected education, training and employment service providers as well.
The Skills Development Fund offers funding to support innovative, market-driven solutions that can help people and businesses make it through the pandemic successfully. These solutions may also lead to lasting improvements to cross-sector employment and training in Ontario.
Projects can also receive funds for designated supports for workers and job seekers with disabilities and mental health supports for participants.
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Government of Ontario: Tourism Relief Fund
Application Deadline: No deadline posted
The Tourism Relief Fund (TRF) supports tourism businesses and organizations to adapt their operations to meet public health requirements while investing in products and services to facilitate their future growth. With a national budget of $500 million over two years, including $50 million dedicated to Indigenous tourism initiatives, this Fund will help to position Canada to be a destination of choice when domestic and international travel is once again safe.
Eligible applicants must be part of the tourism ecosystem and will include tourism entities that cater mainly to visitors. Eligible applicants include:
- incorporated businesses, primarily small- and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs)
- not-for-profit incorporated organizations (including tourism associations and destination marketing organizations)
- co-operatives (for-profit and not-for-profit)
- municipalities, Municipal Development Corporations, and related entities
- post-secondary institutions
- Indigenous/First Nations/Métis Settlement owned businesses or organizations, an Indigenous organization such as Indigenous-led not-for-profits and organizations which include but are not limited to First Nations as represented by their Chief and Council, Tribal Councils, Indigenous Representative Organizations, Métis and Inuit organizations and Settlements.
Eligible projects will fall under one of two themes:
Product development: Development and enhancement of tourism experiences to help tourism businesses adapt to the “new normal”, to modernize tourism offerings and to help the sector adopt more environmentally sustainable practices.
Destination development: Projects that would position communities to take advantage of post-pandemic opportunities through strategic planning for medium- to long-term investments, as well as supporting destination development, in-line with objectives set out in the Federal Tourism Growth Strategy.
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Government of Canada: Active Transportation Fund
Coming Soon: The application process for the ATF will open soon. Stay tuned
The Active Transportation Fund (ATF) is a national, merit-based contribution program intended to support projects that improve active transportation infrastructure across Canada. The Fund will make available $400 million over five years to help build new and expanded networks of pathways, bike lanes, trails and pedestrian bridges, as well as support Active Transportation planning and stakeholder engagement activities.
Funding is available for planning and design projects, as well as capital projects.
Planning Projects
Grants of up to $50,000 are available for successful applicants who wish to undertake planning, design or stakeholder engagement activities. Funding can cover up to 100% of eligible costs.
Capital Projects
Contributions are available for capital projects that build new or enhance existing active transportation infrastructure, or which provide ancillary features and facilities that promote active transportation or enhance user safety and security. Timelines
The application process for the ATF will open soon. Stay tuned.
Indigenous applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis and will be subject to continuous assessment.
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Community Foundations of Canada: COVID-19 Indigenous Peoples Resilience Fund
Application Deadline: Ongoing
The Indigenous Peoples Resilience Fund (IPRF) is an Indigenous-led effort to respond to urgent community needs while taking a long-term view on building community resilience. Any Indigenous-led organization or Indigenous-serving organization working to foster resilience in Inuit, Metis and First Nations communities anywhere in Canada can apply for resiliency funds ranging from $5,000 to $30,000.
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Town of Whitby - Mayor's Community Development Fund
Application Deadline: Ongoing
The Mayor's Community Development Fund (MCDF) is a community development fund offered by the Town of Whitby to support local community groups, events, and initiatives that will benefit the community, including applications for COVID-19 support. The MCDF offers funding to local initiatives in our community through lead grants up to $25,000 and community grants up to $5,000.
The funding is raised through two events, The Mayor's Gala and the Mayor's Golf Tournament. Up to 50% of the proceeds raised by the Mayor's Golf Tournament and Mayor's Fundraiser will be awarded to a lead cause or charity. The balance will be awarded in smaller community grants.
If you apply, you can also request one of the following silent auction item packages:
- Whitby/Brooklin Retailer Gift Basket ($150 value)
- Whitby Recreation Gift Certificate ($250 value)
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Funding Portals and Lists |
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Canada Council for the Arts
All program area grants are accessible through their portal and registration must be complete at least 30 days before you wish to apply.
Canada Council grants are now organized into six programs:
1. Explore and Create;
2. Engage and Sustain;
3. Creating, Knowing and Sharing: The Arts and cultures of First Nations, Inuit and Métis Peoples
4. Supporting Artistic Practice;
5. Arts Across Canada;
6. Arts Abroad.
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Founders Beta
Covid-19 is rapidly growing across the globe, USA, and Canada. This is a list of funding opportunities and resources that tackle Covid-19. This list includes research opportunities, business and start-up opportunities, as well as grass roots initiatives and government funding.
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Government of Canada: Culture, History and Sport Funding
The Government of Canada offers a wide array of granting opportunities around culture, history and sport. See an alphabetical listing of grants available here.
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Government of Canada: Employment and Social Development Canada
See a list of funding programs for jobs, training and social development projects.
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Government of Canada: Public Health Agency of Canada
Grant and Contribution Funding Opportunities for programs under the Public Health Agency of Canada. See an alphabetical listing of grants available here.
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Innovation Canada
Innovation Canada offers an online search tool that allows companies to search for relevant funding.
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Invest Durham
Find links to business loans and financing.
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Ontario Arts Council
The Ontario Arts Council (OAC) provides grants to Ontario-based individual artists and arts professionals, ad hoc groups/collectives and organizations. Grants support a range of arts activities and disciplines.
The OAC offers two types of grant programs:
Project grants – one-time grants for specific projects, available to individual artists, ad hoc groups/collectives and organizations
Operating grants – ongoing support for Ontario-based, not-for-profit arts organizations and for-profit book and magazine publishers
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Parks and Recreation Ontario
A list of various funding opportunities, both governmental and non-governmental
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The Funding Portal
The Funding Portal is a subscription-based national bilingual e-commerce platform and gateway to improve access to government funding. The Portal aggregates thousands of sources of funding within a searchable database.
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Find free webinars and other resources through the following sites:
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