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Active Communities Fund
Funding for community movement and activity initiatives
Last Update: March 7, 2026
Funding available
No Condition
Timeline
- Closing date : December 1, 2025
Location
Nova Scotia, Canada
Overview
This funding offers up to $5,000 to support community-wide initiatives that promote physical activity and movement. It encourages projects to involve activities like walking, cycling, gardening, and active play, especially for groups such as youth, older adults, and women.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Increase social or community impact
- Raise awareness or mobilize a population
Eligible Funding
- No Condition
Timeline
- Closing date : December 1, 2025
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Location
- Nova Scotia
Legal structures
- Non-profit
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- All groups
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
- Culture and Arts
- Sports
- Other Recreation and Social Clubs
- Social Services
Target groups
- All the groups
Revenue structures
- 100% donations / grants
Scope
- Local
Next steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
Community organizations and community groups involved in promoting physical activityFrequently Asked Questions about the Active Communities Fund Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the Active Communities 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.
What is the Active Communities Fund?
This funding offers up to $5,000 to support community-wide initiatives that promote physical activity and movement. It encourages projects to involve activities like walking, cycling, gardening, and active play, especially for groups such as youth, older adults, and women.
Who is eligible for the Active Communities Fund program?
To be eligible for the Active Communities Fund program, you must:
Community organizations supporting movement initiatives
Who can I contact for more information about the Active Communities Fund?
You can contact Department of Communities, Culture, Tourism and Heritage of Nova Scotia.
Where is the Active Communities Fund available?
The Active Communities Fund program is available the province of Nova Scotia.
Is the Active Communities Fund a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Active Communities Fund is a Grant and Funding
Who are the financial supporters of the Active Communities Fund?
Active Communities Fund is funded by Department of Communities, Culture, Tourism and Heritage of Nova Scotia, Ministry of Children and Family Development (MCFD)
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