Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 10,000 $
Types of eligible projects
Timeline
- Open Date : July 29, 2026
BC, Canada
Grant and Funding Programs Offered by Capital Regional District (CRD)
Regional government for southern Vancouver Island and the Gulf Islands that administers multiple funding programs, including grants-in-aid, community works funding, arts and culture support, and capital funding through the Capital Regional Hospital District. View Capital Regional District (CRD)'s website for more information.
Featured grants at a glance
5 programs available
- Grant and FundingOpen
Arts Funding Program - Grow Forward Grants
Supports arts organizations' capacity-building and sectoral developmentEligible Funding- Maximum amount : 5,000 $
Eligible Industries- All industries
Types of eligible projectsBC, Canada - Grant and FundingOpen
Arts Funding Program - IDEA Grants
Supports innovative arts projects by non-profit organizationsEligible Funding- Maximum amount : 3,000 $
Eligible Industries- Arts, entertainment and recreation
Types of eligible projectsInnovationBC, Canada - Grant and FundingOpen
Arts Funding Program - Operating Grants
Operating support for regional arts organizationsEligible Funding- Varies by project
Types of eligible projectsTimeline- Closing date : August 27, 2026
BC, Canada - Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Eligible Industries- All industries
Types of eligible projectsBC, Canada
About Capital Regional District (CRD)
What is the mission of Capital Regional District (CRD)?
The CRD serves the public good by planning for the future and helping build a livable, sustainable, and resilient region. It delivers regional services and supports community well-being through collaborative government and funding roles.
What type of organization is Capital Regional District (CRD)?
Capital Regional District (CRD) is a Municipal government.
What is Capital Regional District (CRD)'s official website?
Capital Regional District (CRD)'s official website is https://www.crd.ca/.
What else should I know about Capital Regional District (CRD)?
Role of the Capital Regional District in the Funding Ecosystem
The Capital Regional District is the regional government for southern Vancouver Island and the Gulf Islands. In addition to delivering core public services, it administers funding mechanisms that support local infrastructure, community projects, arts and culture, and health-related capital investment.
Types of Funding It Provides
- Community grants and grants-in-aid for local non-profit organizations and community initiatives.
- Community Works Fund allocations for infrastructure, planning, recreation, and capacity-building projects in electoral areas.
- Arts and culture support funding for participating areas.
- Capital funding through the Capital Regional Hospital District for health care infrastructure.
Publics and Communities Served
Funding is directed to electoral areas, municipalities, local organizations, and community-based projects across the CRD region. The evidence provided shows support for non-profit initiatives, special events, youth activities, food security efforts, small capital improvements, and regional community infrastructure.
Accountability and Governance
The CRD is governed by a board of directors and publishes annual reporting on its services and funded outcomes, indicating a structured public-sector funding role rather than a private philanthropic mission.