Grant and Funding Programs Offered by Department of Jobs, Growth and Rural Development of Newfoundland and Labrador

The Department of Jobs, Growth and Rural Development of Newfoundland and Labrador supports the province s economic and community capacity through workforce, immigration, settlement and multiculturalism programs. Its Newfoundland and Labrador Multiculturalism Grant Program provides financial assistance to eligible applicants that plan and host initiatives celebrating cultural diversity, increasing intercultural understanding, confronting racism and helping communities welcome newcomers. In the funding ecosystem, this matters because inclusion work is often delivered by schools, community groups and cultural organizations with limited budgets and strong local knowledge. Departmental funding gives those groups a way to turn public-policy commitments into public events, education, celebrations and anti-racism activities. By pairing economic-growth responsibilities with newcomer and multicultural supports, the department helps funding reach projects that improve retention, belonging and participation, which are all part of long-term regional development.