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Aboriginal Women’s Violence Prevention Grants Program
Support for Aboriginal violence prevention initiatives
Last Update: June 5, 2026
Funding available
Varies by project
Timeline
- Open Date : February 3, 2026
Location
Newfoundland and Labrador, Canada
Overview
This program supports Aboriginal governments and organizations in Newfoundland and Labrador working to prevent violence. It funds activities such as awareness, education, training, healing, leadership development, and culturally appropriate anti-violence initiatives.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Increase social or community impact
- Improve governance or administrative structure
- Develop strategic partnerships
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Timeline
- Open Date : February 3, 2026
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Location
- Newfoundland and Labrador
Legal structures
- Non-profit
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- All groups
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
- All industries
Target groups
- All the groups
Revenue structures
- All structures
Scope
- All dimensions
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Preparing and implementing a violence prevention plan.
- Delivering violence prevention, awareness, education, training, healing, or wellness initiatives.
- Building community capacity, leadership, and mentoring to reduce violence.
- Developing anti-violence materials and programs for Aboriginal communities and shelters.
- Conducting research and consultations on anti-violence work.
Documents Needed
- Application form
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Aboriginal governments
- Aboriginal organizations
Eligible geographic areas
- Newfoundland and Labrador
How to apply
- Step 1: Contact the program
- Call the Violence Prevention Initiative at (709) 729-5009 or email vpi@gov.nl.ca.
- Request more information and an application form.
- Step 2: Prepare the application
- Complete the application form.
- Prepare your proposal and planned activities.
- Step 3: Submit the application
- Follow the instructions provided by the program to submit your application.
Additional information
- Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.
- For more information or to request an application form, contact the Violence Prevention Initiative at (709) 729-5009 or vpi@gov.nl.ca.
Frequently Asked Questions about the Aboriginal Women’s Violence Prevention Grants Program Program
What is the Aboriginal Women’s Violence Prevention Grants Program?
This program supports Aboriginal governments and organizations in Newfoundland and Labrador working to prevent violence. It funds activities such as awareness, education, training, healing, leadership development, and culturally appropriate anti-violence initiatives.
Who is eligible for the Aboriginal Women’s Violence Prevention Grants Program program?
To be eligible for the Aboriginal Women’s Violence Prevention Grants Program program, you must:
Aboriginal governments or organizations
Based in Newfoundland and Labrador
What expenses are eligible under Aboriginal Women’s Violence Prevention Grants Program?
Preparing and implementing a violence prevention plan.
Delivering violence prevention, awareness, education, training, healing, or wellness initiatives.
Building community capacity, leadership, and mentoring to reduce violence.
Developing anti-violence materials and programs for Aboriginal communities and shelters.
Conducting research and consultations on anti-violence work.
Who can I contact for more information about the Aboriginal Women’s Violence Prevention Grants Program?
You can contact Violence Prevention Initiative of Newfoundland and Labrador.
Where is the Aboriginal Women’s Violence Prevention Grants Program available?
The Aboriginal Women’s Violence Prevention Grants Program program is available the province of Newfoundland and Labrador.
Is the Aboriginal Women’s Violence Prevention Grants Program a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Aboriginal Women’s Violence Prevention Grants Program is a Grant and Funding
Who are the financial supporters of the Aboriginal Women’s Violence Prevention Grants Program?
Aboriginal Women’s Violence Prevention Grants Program is funded by Violence Prevention Initiative of Newfoundland and Labrador