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Canada History Fund

Supports national projects advancing knowledge of Canadian history and civics
Department of Canadian Heritage (LJI)
Last Update: March 6, 2026
Funding available
No Condition
Timeline
  • Closing date : September 15, 2025
Location
Canada

Overview

The Canada History Fund provides funding for up to 75% of project costs to support the development of learning materials, activities, and networks that promote knowledge of Canadian history, civics, and public policy. Eligible activities include creating educational resources, organizing conferences and workshops, launching digital platforms, and publishing research with a national reach.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.

At a glance

Funding available

Financing goals
  • Increase performance through digital transformation
  • Increase social or community impact
  • Develop strategic partnerships
Eligible Funding
  • Up to 75% of project cost
Timeline
  • Closing date : September 15, 2025

Eligible candidates

Eligible Industries
  • Information and cultural industries
  • Educational services
Location
  • Canada
Legal structures
  • Non-profit
  • Public or Parapublic institution
Annual revenue
  • All revenue ranges
Organisation size
  • All organization sizes
Audience
  • Indigenous Peoples
  • Language Minorities
  • Canadians
  • Youth (<40)
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
  • Culture and Arts
  • Higher Education
  • Other Education
  • Research
  • Civic and Advocacy Organizations
  • Diversity and Inclusion
Target groups
  • General public
  • Children & youth
  • Young adults
  • Indigenous peoples
  • Academia / students
  • Community leaders
  • Minority groups
Revenue structures
  • All structures
Scope
  • National

Next steps

1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility

Activities funded

  • Production of learning materials related to Canada’s history, civics, and public policy.
  • Development of websites, mobile applications, or new media tools focused on Canadian history and public policy.
  • Organization of group activities such as conferences and workshops with a national reach.
  • Establishment and support of networks and partnerships related to Canadian history and civics.
  • Research and publication of works addressing current trends and public policy issues relevant to Canada.

Eligibility

Who is eligible?

  • Organizations with a mandate focused on Canadian history, civics, or public policy
  • Post-secondary educational institutions

Who is not eligible

  • Individuals (i.e., not-for-profit organizations or companies must apply, not private persons).
  • Federal, provincial, territorial, and municipal government entities.
  • Organizations that primarily deliver regional (non-national) programming.

Eligible expenses

  • Costs for the design, development, delivery, promotion, evaluation, and administration of eligible projects (up to 75% covered).
  • Administrative expenses directly related to the project, such as office supplies, telephone, Internet, utilities, postage, courier, photocopying/printing, and rent for office space (up to a maximum of 15% of the total contribution).
  • Essential donated goods and services measured at fair market value, considered as in-kind contributions (not reimbursable but can be counted towards project costs).

Eligible geographic areas

  • Eligible organizations must have national reach within Canada; projects with a regional, provincial, or local focus are not eligible.

Additional information

  • Funding is provided as a conditional contribution, requiring a signed agreement outlining terms and deliverables.
  • Administrative expenses are capped at 15% of the total contribution from the Canada History Fund.
  • Projects are expected to reflect the needs of diverse Canadians, including considerations of faith, culture, ability, sexual orientation, and gender identity.
  • Organizations must publicly acknowledge funding from the Government of Canada in both English and French in all communications materials.

Contacts

fhc-chf@pch.gc.ca
819-997-0055

Frequently Asked Questions about the Canada History Fund Program

Here are answers to the most common questions about the Canada History 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 Canada History Fund?

The Canada History Fund provides funding for up to 75% of project costs to support the development of learning materials, activities, and networks that promote knowledge of Canadian history, civics, and public policy. Eligible activities include creating educational resources, organizing conferences and workshops, launching digital platforms, and publishing research with a national reach.

How much funding can be received?

Canada History Fund Funds up to 75% of admissible expenses.

Who is eligible for the Canada History Fund program?

To be eligible for the Canada History Fund program, you must: Organization must have a mandate focused on Canadian history, civics, or public policy, or be a post-secondary educational institution. Applicants must demonstrate capacity and experience in delivering similar programming. For-profit businesses are not eligible.

What expenses are eligible under Canada History Fund?

Production of learning materials related to Canada’s history, civics, and public policy. Development of websites, mobile applications, or new media tools focused on Canadian history and public policy. Organization of group activities such as conferences and workshops with a national reach. Establishment and support of networks and partnerships related to Canadian history and civics. Research and publication of works addressing current trends and public policy issues relevant to Canada.

Who can I contact for more information about the Canada History Fund?

You can contact Canadian Heritage (PCH) by email at fhc-chf@pch.gc.ca or by phone at 819-997-0055.

Where is the Canada History Fund available?

The Canada History Fund program is available across Canada.

Is the Canada History Fund a grant, loan, or tax credit?

Canada History Fund is a Grant and Funding

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