Grant and FundingClosed
Hastings Legacy Fund (HLF) Community Grant Program
Supports community-led projects addressing social issues in Hastings-Sunrise
Updated May 2026
Education Grants Available in British Columbia for 2026
Access funding for K–12, post-secondary, and community education. Identify the right programs and apply with confidence.
In British Columbia, organizations can access education grants across the full learner journey, from early childhood and K–12 to universities, colleges, adult basic education, and community programs. Funding comes from provincial ministries, federal programs, municipalities, foundations, and corporate community investment. This directory outlines key opportunities, eligibility, and application strategies to help applicants plan successful submissions.
157 programs available
- Grant and FundingClosed
Childcare Research, Policy Development, and Innovation Grants
Supports projects advancing childcare research and policy in Vancouver 
Grant and FundingOpenRegional Quantum Initiative in British Columbia
Quantum commercialization support in British Columbia
Other SupportGrant and FundingClosedStudent emergency financial assistance
Emergency support for students in financial hardship- Grant and FundingClosed
Childcare Enhancement Grant program
Supports non-profit childcare programs for high-need Vancouver families - Partnering and CollaborationGrant and FundingClosed
Regional Innovation Ecosystems in British Columbia
Supports innovation ecosystems in British Columbia - Grant and FundingOpenClosing Soon
Christian Education Benefits Solutions Scholarship
Scholarship for students linked to member schools - Grant and FundingClosed
UMC Charity Grant Program
Funding for registered Canadian charities and athletic associations 
Grant and FundingClosedSONS OF NORWAY FOUNDATION IN CANADA Post-Secondary Bursary
Post-secondary bursary for full-time Canadian students
Grant and FundingClosedCommunity-University Engagement Support (CUES) Fund
Supports community-university partnership projects in British Columbia- Grant and FundingClosed
S.H. Cowell Foundation — Place-Based Community Funding
Place-based funding for community organizations - Grant and FundingClosed
Accessibility Projects Grants 2025/2026
Funding for accessibility-focused community projects - Grant and FundingClosed
Chacko and Lize Simon Scholarship Fund
Scholarships for low-income students in British Columbia 
Grant and FundingClosedGrants to organizations for animal welfare
Funding for innovative animal welfare projects
- Grant and FundingClosed
The Aki Latvala Foundation — General Funding
Funding for charities serving children and youth 
Partnering and CollaborationGrant and FundingClosedCall for Proposals in Horizon AI - Global Advantage
Co-investment for applied AI projectsEligible Funding- Maximum amount : 250,000 $
Eligible Industries- Utilities
- Transportation and warehousing
- Information and cultural industries
- Professional, scientific and technical services
Types of eligible projectsCommercializationArtificial Intelligence (AI)InnovationDigital Transformation
Grant and FundingClosedHeating System Optimization for Non-Profit Organizations
Rebates for heating system efficiency upgrades
Partnering and CollaborationGrant and FundingClosedHeritage Legacy Fund (HLF) - Indigenous Partnership Program
Supports collaborative reconciliation projects with Indigenous communities in heritage- Grant and FundingClosed
Community Climate Action Grants
Supports Vancouver community climate action and resilience initiatives 
Grant and FundingClosedGolden & District Community Foundation Community Grant Program
Supports community improvement programs and local initiatives- Grant and FundingClosed
Heritage Legacy Fund (HLF) - Heritage Planning Program
Supports heritage conservation, awareness, and planning initiatives in BC Access over 10 000 different funding opportunities
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Partnering and CollaborationWage Subsidies And InternsClosedKids Brain Health Network-Mitacs research awards to support children with disabilities
Research support for children with disabilities
Grant and FundingClosedRidge Meadows Education Foundation — General Funding
Funding for School District 42 school projects
Grant and FundingClosedLotus Light Charity Scholarship
Scholarship support for Canadian post-secondary students
Other SupportGrant and FundingClosedLittle Flower Academy Foundation — General Funding
Supports fundraising for LFA’s future
- Grant and FundingClosed
School Food Grants
Funding for healthy, culturally appropriate school-day meals in Vancouver schools 
- Grant and FundingClosed
Heritage Legacy Fund (HLF) - Heritage Conservation Program
Supports conservation, rehabilitation, and restoration of heritage resources 
Grant and FundingClosedbourses d'études ted rogers
Support for technology students at partner universities
Grant and FundingOpenDelta Community Foundation
Supports community initiatives benefiting Delta residents- Grant and FundingClosed
Tom Walker Forest Legacy Scholarship and Bursaries
Financial support for North Cowichan students - Grant and FundingClosed
Funding for BC Former Youth from Care
Support for BC former youth from care students 
Grant and FundingClosedHeadHeartHand Foundation — Community Support Programs
Holistic mentorship for community development
Grant and FundingClosedNakusp and Area Community Foundation Grants
Community funding for local projects in Area K
Grant and FundingOpenRainbow Foundation of Hope Education Entrance Scholarship
Scholarship for 2SLGBTQIA+ newcomers at Langara College- Grant and FundingClosed
Grants for emerging artists: Creative Spark Vancouver
Supports emerging artists engaging youth in creative community projects 
Tax CreditsClosedRecovery Benefit (Part 15, Income Tax Act, RSBC 1996, c.215)
Recovery support for eligible BC individuals
Grant and FundingClosedMindset Social Innovation Foundation — General Funding
Supports solutions to complex social problems
Partnering and CollaborationGrant and FundingClosedHealth Promotion Program - Suicide Prevention: Supporting the implementation and sustainability of a Pan-Canadian Suicide Prevention Service
Funding for a national suicide prevention service- Grant and FundingClosed
Heritage Grants - Heritage Façade Rehabilitation Program
Supports restoration and seismic upgrades of heritage building façades 
Grant and FundingClosedShen Nong Scholarship and Research Fund
Funding for Traditional Chinese Medicine studies
Grant and FundingTax CreditsClosedCanada Learning Bond (CLB) and Canada Education Savings Grant (CESG)
Education savings support for post-secondary studies
Grant and FundingClosedThe Mathisen Family Private Foundation — General Funding
Community funding for values-based organizations
Grant and FundingExpert AdviceSuspendedCleanBC — Commercial Express Program
Commercial building electrification incentives