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Access Support Fund

Q: Who can I contact for more information about the Access Support Fund?

You can contact Canada Council for the Arts (CCA).

Q: Where is the Access Support Fund available?

The Access Support Fund program is available across Canada.

Q: Is the Access Support Fund a grant, loan, or tax credit?

Access Support Fund is a Grant and Funding

Q: Who are the financial supporters of the Access Support Fund?

Access Support Fund is funded by Canada Council for the Arts (CCA)

Last Update: February 4, 2026

Canada

Support for disability-related and mental health needs in community projects.

Grant and Funding

Canada Council for the Arts

Processing And Agreement

At a glance

Funding available

Financing goals

Increasing community impact

Eligible Funding

No Condition

Timeline

Unspecified

Eligible candidates

Eligible Industries

All industries

Location

Canada

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

Overview

This support funds community and individual projects that require disability-related or mental health supports, with an emphasis on promoting inclusion and accessibility. It offers a flexible, supplementary contribution to existing grants, enabling projects to effectively address specific needs and barriers faced by marginalized groups.

Activities funded

Implementing accessible services and accommodations for community projects.

Examples of admissible projects:

$ 5,000

Enhancing artistic performances for Deaf and hard-of-hearing audiences

Eligibility

Who is eligible?

Individuals self-identifying as Deaf, having disabilities, or living with mental illness.
Groups and organizations mainly supporting these communities.

Ineligible Costs and Activities

Selection criteria

How to apply

Speak with the program responsible for your associated grant before applying.Prepare your application, including details about disability-related supports needed.Submit your application along with supporting documentation.Coordinate with Canada Council staff if needed before final submission.

Processing and Agreement

Apply to this program

Frequently Asked Questions about the Access Support Fund Program

Here are answers to the most common questions about the Access Support Fund. 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.