Accessible Canada Contributions – Phase 1 – Partnerships projects

• Completed Application for Funding (EMP5523)
• Completed Budget Details Template (EMP5570)
• Proof of organization type and status
• Financial statements
• Letters confirming funding sources or in-kind support, and letters of support for partnerships

Who is eligible?

• Not-for-profit and voluntary organizations serving persons with disabilities
• Provincial, territorial, municipal, and public institutions in partnership with disability organizations
• Sector associations, societies, and academic bodies in partnership with disability organizations
• Indigenous organizations, including band councils, tribal councils, and self-government entities

Who is not eligible

• Individuals
• For-profit organizations
• Provincial and territorial governments
• Municipal governments
• Crown corporations

Eligible expenses

• Staff salaries and employment-related costs
• Professional fees, materials, supplies, equipment, printing, communication, and travel
• Premises rental, utilities, insurance, and equipment maintenance
• Project audits, evaluations, monitoring, reporting, data collection, and knowledge development

Ineligible Costs and Activities

• General operating and regular service delivery costs
• Proposal preparation costs and pre-agreement project costs
• Construction, renovation, and capital asset costs
• Fundraising, lobbying, staff bonuses, and alcohol purchases

Eligible geographic areas

• Canada
• Quebec-specific authorization may apply for public bodies located and operating in Quebec

• Alignment with the program objectives and principles
• Responsiveness to the needs identified by the disability community
• Clarity and completeness of the proposal
• Plans to share results, best practices, and lessons learned
• Diversity of disability community involvement in project design and delivery

• Step 1: Read the applicant guide
  • Review the full guide before starting the application.
• Step 2: Prepare supporting materials
  • Complete the application form and budget template.
  • Gather proof of organization status, financial statements, and partner support documents.
• Step 3: Submit the application
  • Apply online through GCOS, or send the complete package by email or mail.
  • Include the organization name and part number in the email subject if sending multiple emails.
• Step 4: Keep confirmation of submission
  • Retain the receipt confirmation or notification for your records.

• Applications are reviewed after submission and decisions are expected within 16 weeks after the submission deadline
• Successful applicants must sign a funding agreement before project activities can begin
• Applicants may be asked to provide partner support letters and proof of contributions at the agreement stage
• Applicants will receive confirmation after submission by email or mail

• Only one application is allowed per CRA Business Number or Business Registry Number.
• Quebec public bodies may need Government of Quebec authorization before signing an agreement.
• Information sessions were offered to support applicants.