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Call for applications to administer the Vaccine Injury Support Program

Supports people injured by vaccination

Offered by
Government of Canada
Official source: canada.ca

Record updated

Funding available
Varies by project
Deadline
Unspecified
Location
Canada
Who can apply
Canadian not-for-profit and for-profit organizations and corporations can apply.
See full eligibility

Overview

The Vaccine Injury Support Program supports people in Canada who suffer a serious and permanent injury after receiving a Health Canada-authorized vaccine administered in Canada, except Quebec. Support can include injury indemnities, income replacement, and eligible medical or rehabilitation expenses not covered by insurance or benefits.

At a glance

Funding available

Varies by project

Financing goals
  • Develop a new program or service
  • Increase social or community impact
  • Enhance an existing program
  • Improve governance or administrative structure
  • Strengthen organizational capacity
  • Raise awareness or mobilize a population
  • Conduct research or evaluation activities

Eligible candidates

Location
  • Canada
Eligible Industries
All industries
Annual revenue
All revenue ranges
Organisation size
All organization sizes
Audience
  • Canadians
Legal structures
For-profit business, Non-profit
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
Other Health Services
Target groups
General public
Revenue structures
Fee-for-service model
Scope
National

Receipt of requests is now closed

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Availability timeline

2026
Periods: 1

Latest changes

Program application and benefits updated

The application guidance now adds detailed portal sign-up and multi-factor authentication steps, while the benefits page revises the support structure and the contact page adds holiday closure hours.

See more

The application page now gives detailed steps for creating an account on the applicant portal, verifying the email address, and setting up multi-factor authentication. It also adds a phone-requested printed application option and adds a marriage certificate to the acceptable name-change documents. The benefits page has been rewritten to describe a one-time lump-sum payment, monthly income support if eligible, reimbursement for eligible treatment or rehabilitation costs, and limited support for death-related expenses. The contact page now states that phone support is closed on holidays.

Official source: canada.ca
August 18, 2026

Eligibility

Who is eligible?

  • Canadian not-for-profit and for-profit organizations and corporations can apply.

Who is not eligible

  • People vaccinated in Quebec must use Quebec’s compensation program.

Eligible expenses

  • Eligible medical expenses not otherwise covered by insurance or benefits.
  • Eligible rehabilitation expenses not otherwise covered by insurance or benefits.
  • Bereavement and funeral expenses for a dependant or beneficiary of a person who died following vaccination.

Ineligible Costs and Activities

  • Vaccines authorized only for clinical trials are excluded.

How to apply

  • Apply online through the applicant portal for the program.
  • Apply by mail using the printed application forms sent to the program’s mailing address.

Documents Needed

  • Public Health Agency of Canada's Vaccine Injury Support Program Application Template

Processing and Agreement

  • Applications will undergo a review process.
  • The successful applicant will be awarded funding to administer the VISP.
  • It is anticipated that a 5-year Contribution Agreement will be signed with the successful applicant.
  • Claimants with ineligible, incomplete or unsuccessful applications will be notified.
  • Applications will be acknowledged by email within two business days, and the status of your submission will be updated by email within 10 business days following the due date of applications.

Additional information

  • The program is administered by the Public Health Agency of Canada with support from Service Canada.
  • Supporting guides provide plain-language explanations and do not modify the policy framework; if there is any inconsistency, the policy framework prevails.

Contacts

phac.visp-psvv.aspc@canada.ca
1-833-489-0839

Official sources

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Frequently Asked Questions about the Call for applications to administer the Vaccine Injury Support Program Program

What is the Call for applications to administer the Vaccine Injury Support Program?

The Vaccine Injury Support Program supports people in Canada who suffer a serious and permanent injury after receiving a Health Canada-authorized vaccine administered in Canada, except Quebec. Support can include injury indemnities, income replacement, and eligible medical or rehabilitation expenses not covered by insurance or benefits.

Who is eligible for the Call for applications to administer the Vaccine Injury Support Program program?

To be eligible for the Call for applications to administer the Vaccine Injury Support Program program, you must: Serious and permanent injury after a Health Canada-authorized vaccine Vaccine administered in Canada, except Quebec, on or after December 8, 2020, unless the applicant was a deployed member of the Canadian Armed Forces or the Government of Canada, including dependants Application submitted within 3 years

What expenses are eligible under Call for applications to administer the Vaccine Injury Support Program?

Eligible medical expenses not otherwise covered by insurance or benefits. Eligible rehabilitation expenses not otherwise covered by insurance or benefits. Bereavement and funeral expenses for a dependant or beneficiary of a person who died following vaccination.

Who can I contact for more information about the Call for applications to administer the Vaccine Injury Support Program?

You can contact Government of Canada by email at phac.visp-psvv.aspc@canada.ca or by phone at 1-833-489-0839.

Where is the Call for applications to administer the Vaccine Injury Support Program available?

The Call for applications to administer the Vaccine Injury Support Program program is available across Canada.

Is the Call for applications to administer the Vaccine Injury Support Program a grant, loan, or tax credit?

Call for applications to administer the Vaccine Injury Support Program is a Grant and Funding

Who are the financial supporters of the Call for applications to administer the Vaccine Injury Support Program?

Call for applications to administer the Vaccine Injury Support Program is funded by Government of Canada, Public Health Agency of Canada (PHAC)