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2023 Call for Proposals - Quebec - Canada
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2023 Call for Proposals

Youth volunteer programming funding across Canada
Employment and Social Development Canada (ESDC)
Last Update: April 10, 2026
Funding available
$ 8,000,000
Timeline
  • Closing date : December 19, 2023
Location
Quebec, Canada

Overview

Canada Service Corps 2023 Call for Proposals funds organizations to deliver innovative volunteer programming for youth aged 15-30 across Canada. Three funding streams are available: Service Placements National (up to $8M), Service Placements Regional (up to $3M), and Micro-grants for youth-led projects (up to $5,000).
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.

At a glance

Funding available

Financing goals
  • Increase social or community impact
  • Develop workforce skills
  • Train or support volunteers
Eligible Funding
  • Maximum amount : 8,000,000 $
Timeline
  • Closing date : December 19, 2023

Eligible candidates

Eligible Industries
  • All industries
Location
  • Quebec
Legal structures
  • Non-profit
Annual revenue
  • All revenue ranges
Organisation size
  • All organization sizes
Audience
  • All groups
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
  • Social Services
  • Emergency and Relief
  • Economic, Social and Community Development
Target groups
  • All the groups
Revenue structures
  • 100% donations / grants
  • Mixed revenue (<50% earned)
  • Mixed revenue (50%+ earned)
  • Fee-for-service model
Scope
  • Regional
  • National

Next steps

1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility

Activities funded

  • Full-time or flexible volunteer service placements for youth.
  • Flexible volunteer service placements at regional level.
  • Youth-led community projects addressing local needs.

Eligibility

Who is eligible?

  • Not-for-profit organizations.
  • For-profit organizations (with non-commercial activities).
  • Research organizations and institutes.
  • Indigenous organizations or governments.
  • Municipal, provincial, and territorial entities.
  • Educational institutions (universities, colleges, CEGEPs, school districts).

Who is not eligible

  • For-profit organizations with commercial activities intended to generate profit.

Eligible geographic areas

  • Organizations across Canada (national and regional reach).

Additional information

  • Funding is available for organizations with national or regional reach.
  • Program specifically targets youth from Indigenous and under-served communities.

Frequently Asked Questions about the 2023 Call for Proposals Program

Here are answers to the most common questions about the 2023 Call for Proposals. This section explains what the program is, how much funding is available, eligibility requirements, application deadlines, and other important details to help you determine if this grant is right for your business.

What is the 2023 Call for Proposals?

Canada Service Corps 2023 Call for Proposals funds organizations to deliver innovative volunteer programming for youth aged 15-30 across Canada. Three funding streams are available: Service Placements National (up to $8M), Service Placements Regional (up to $3M), and Micro-grants for youth-led projects (up to $5,000).

How much funding can be received?

2023 Call for Proposals Funds up to $8,000,000 of admissible expenses.

Who is eligible for the 2023 Call for Proposals program?

To be eligible for the 2023 Call for Proposals program, you must: Registered not-for-profit, for-profit, research, or Indigenous organization. Municipal, provincial, territorial entity or educational institution. Project supports youth civic engagement through volunteer programming.

What expenses are eligible under 2023 Call for Proposals?

Full-time or flexible volunteer service placements for youth. Flexible volunteer service placements at regional level. Youth-led community projects addressing local needs.

Who can I contact for more information about the 2023 Call for Proposals?

You can contact Employment and Social Development Canada (ESDC).

Where is the 2023 Call for Proposals available?

The 2023 Call for Proposals program is available the province of Quebec.

Is the 2023 Call for Proposals a grant, loan, or tax credit?

2023 Call for Proposals is a Grant and Funding

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