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Accessible Canada Contributions – Phase 1 – Partnerships projects
Funding for disability partnership projects
Funding available
$ 675,000
Deadline
March 25, 2022
Opened February 4, 2022
Location
Canada
Who can apply
Not-for-profit and voluntary organizations serving persons with disabilities
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Overview
Provides up to CAD 675,000 per project over 2 years. Supports disability organizations working through partnerships to advance accessibility, inclusion, and the implementation of the Accessible Canada Act.
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At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Develop strategic partnerships
- Increase social or community impact
- Increase production or service capacity
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 675,000 $
- Up to 100% of project cost
Funds Providers
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Location
- Canada
Legal structures
- All legal structures
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Indigenous Peoples
- Persons with Disabilities
- Language Minorities
- Other Racialized Persons
- Black Canadians
- Rural or Northern Residents
- 2SLGBTQI+
- Women
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Building multi-sector partnerships to support the Accessible Canada Act
- Strengthening capacity to remove barriers to accessibility and inclusion
- Developing inclusive-design solutions to prevent new barriers
Documents Needed
- 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
Official resources
Eligibility
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
Selection criteria
- 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
How to apply
- 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.
Processing and Agreement
- 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
Additional information
- 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.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Accessible Canada Contributions – Phase 1 – Partnerships projects Program
What is the Accessible Canada Contributions – Phase 1 – Partnerships projects?
Provides up to CAD 675,000 per project over 2 years. Supports disability organizations working through partnerships to advance accessibility, inclusion, and the implementation of the Accessible Canada Act.
How much funding can be received?
Accessible Canada Contributions – Phase 1 – Partnerships projects Funds up to 100% of admissible expenses, capped at $675,000 per project.
What is the deadline to apply?
The application deadline for this grant program was March 25, 2022.
Who is eligible for the Accessible Canada Contributions – Phase 1 – Partnerships projects program?
To be eligible for the Accessible Canada Contributions – Phase 1 – Partnerships projects program, you must:
Must be a not-for-profit, Indigenous, or public-type organization.
Must apply with disability-sector partners.
Must support accessibility and inclusion.
What expenses are eligible under Accessible Canada Contributions – Phase 1 – Partnerships projects?
Building multi-sector partnerships to support the Accessible Canada Act
Strengthening capacity to remove barriers to accessibility and inclusion
Developing inclusive-design solutions to prevent new barriers
Who can I contact for more information about the Accessible Canada Contributions – Phase 1 – Partnerships projects?
You can contact Employment and Social Development Canada (ESDC) by email at ESDC.AC.PART.CA.EDSC@hrsdc-rhdcc.gc.ca.
Where is the Accessible Canada Contributions – Phase 1 – Partnerships projects available?
The Accessible Canada Contributions – Phase 1 – Partnerships projects program is available across Canada.