CAF Women in Sport Program 2025-2026 - Canada

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CAF Women in Sport Program 2025-2026

Q: How much funding can be received?

CAF Women in Sport Program 2025-2026 Funds up to $3,000 of admissible expenses.

Q: Who is eligible for the CAF Women in Sport Program 2025-2026 program?

To be eligible for the CAF Women in Sport Program 2025-2026 program, you must: CAF base/wing/OUTCAN applicant Routed via local Sports Coordinator/Manager Initiative completed before 31 March 2026

Q: Who can I contact for more information about the CAF Women in Sport Program 2025-2026?

You can contact Canadian Forces Morale and Welfare Services (CFMWS) by email at palmer.madlynn@cfmws.com.

Q: Where is the CAF Women in Sport Program 2025-2026 available?

The CAF Women in Sport Program 2025-2026 program is available across Canada.

Q: Is the CAF Women in Sport Program 2025-2026 a grant, loan, or tax credit?

CAF Women in Sport Program 2025-2026 is a Grant and Funding

Last Update: February 25, 2026

Canada

Supports women-focused sport programming within CAF bases and wings

Grant and Funding

Canadian Forces Morale and Welfare Services

Processing And Agreement

Other info

Contact

At a glance

Funding available

Financing goals

No objectives are currently available

Eligible Funding

Maximum amount : 3,000 $

Timeline

Unspecified

Eligible candidates

Eligible Industries

Arts, entertainment and recreation
Public administration

Location

Canada

Legal structures

Public or Parapublic institution

Annual revenue

All revenue ranges

Organisation size

All organization sizes

Audience

All groups

Overview

Provides up to $3,000 per base/wing to support women’s participation in CAF Sports. Funding supports women-specific sport programming such as facility rentals, clinics/“try it” events, and limited equipment purchases (up to $500, subject to approval).

Activities funded

Establishing a sustainable, long-term women in sport program or initiative
Launching or expanding women-specific sport leagues or intramural tournaments (in-house/on base)
Delivering introductory sport clinics and “try it” events to encourage new participants
Running women-focused training and development programs (e.g., multi-sport, triathlon/running, golf lessons, hockey/powerskating, learn to lift, swimming)
Offering women’s leadership development in sport (e.g., coaching and officiating clinics)

Documents Needed

Completed application form

Eligibility

Applicant must be a CAF base, wing, or OUTCAN location.
Applications must be routed through the local Manager of Fitness, Sports & Recreation or the designated Sports Coordinator.
The initiative must be completed in the 2025–2026 period (prior to 31 March 2026).

Who is eligible?

CAF bases
CAF wings
OUTCAN locations

Eligible expenses

Facility rental fees
Equipment purchases to augment the program (up to $500; subject to approval)
Costs to establish a sustainable, long-term women in sport program or initiative
Costs to launch or expand women-specific leagues or intramural tournaments (in-house/on base)
Costs to run introductory clinics and “try it” events (including bringing in community sport coaches/experts)

Ineligible Costs and Activities

Local community league fees (local support for local community league fees)
Uniforms
Clothing/accessories
Awards/prizes and hospitality
Internal staffing and one-time events/symposium

Eligible geographic areas

CAF bases and wings (including OUTCAN locations)

How to apply

Step 1: Prepare internal routing
- Route the application through the local Manager of Fitness, Sports & Recreation or the designated Sports Coordinator.
Step 2: Complete application form
- Fill out the CAF Women in Sports Program application form.
Step 3: Submit for review
- Submit the application via the application form to the CAFSO for review before 27 Feb 2026.

Processing and Agreement

Applications are reviewed after submission.
A response/feedback is provided to the applicant in approximately 14 days.
Requests submitted by military personnel are forwarded to the appropriate Sports Coordinator prior to approvals.

Additional information

All bases/wings must complete at least one initiative in 2025–2026.
After completing the activity, surveys are required (one for the OPI and one for participants).
Participants are encouraged to take photos and share on social media, tagging the CAF Sports Facebook page.

Contacts

palmer.madlynn@cfmws.com

Canada

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Frequently Asked Questions about the CAF Women in Sport Program 2025-2026 Program

Here are answers to the most common questions about the CAF Women in Sport Program 2025-2026. 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 CAF Women in Sport Program 2025-2026?

How much funding can be received?

Who is eligible for the CAF Women in Sport Program 2025-2026 program?

What expenses are eligible under CAF Women in Sport Program 2025-2026?

Establishing a sustainable, long-term women in sport program or initiative Launching or expanding women-specific sport leagues or intramural tournaments (in-house/on base) Delivering introductory sport clinics and “try it” events to encourage new participants Running women-focused training and development programs (e.g., multi-sport, triathlon/running, golf lessons, hockey/powerskating, learn to lift, swimming) Offering women’s leadership development in sport (e.g., coaching and officiating clinics)