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Canada History Fund

Q: 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.

Q: How much funding can be received?

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

Q: 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.

Q: 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.

Q: 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.

Q: Where is the Canada History Fund available?

The Canada History Fund program is available across Canada.

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

Canada History Fund is a Grant and Funding

Last Update: March 3, 2026

Canada

Supports national projects advancing knowledge of Canadian history and civics

Grant and Funding

At a glance

Funding available

Financing goals

Integrate new technologies

Increasing 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

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.

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.

Examples of admissible projects:

$ 63,900

Expansion of solar panel installation for local animal shelter buildings

$ 82,500

Acquisition of advanced robotics to automate custom furniture woodworking

$ 47,000

Upgrading bakery with energy-efficient ovens and eco-packaging solutions

$ 55,000

Creating a digital platform for seniors’ mental health and social integration

$ 72,000

Launching an accessibility retrofit for theatre spaces and public programs

$ 49,000

Establishing a new food waste composting pilot program for restaurants

Eligibility

The applicant must be an organization with a mandate focused on Canadian history, civics, or public policy, or a post-secondary educational institution.
The organization must demonstrate experience in delivering similar programming and be well positioned to undertake the proposed project.
The proposed project must have national reach.

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.

Selection criteria

Significance of the project in the history/civics sector.
Alignment with the objectives of the Canada History Fund.
Capacity to reach a wide audience in both of Canada’s official languages.
Organization’s capacity to carry out the project.
Reasonableness and balance of the project budget (no surplus or deficit).

How to apply

Review eligibility and guidelines

Read the Canada History Fund Application Guidelines in full
Ensure your organization meets all eligibility requirements

Obtain application package

Contact the Canada History Fund to request an application package
Gather all required documents and forms

Prepare application documents

Complete, sign, and date the General Application Form
Complete the Canada History Fund Questionnaire
Prepare a detailed project budget with all sources of funding
Provide your organization's published mandate
Include proof of signing authority if necessary

Gather supporting documentation

Include additional documents if required (e.g., financial statements, proof of legal status if first-time applicant)
Ensure all forms and documents are complete and signed

Submit application package

Submit your complete application package via email before 11:59 p.m. local time on the deadline, or
If submitting by mail or in person, ensure it is postmarked or delivered no later than the deadline and contact the Fund in advance

Wait for review and decision

Await acknowledgment of receipt, typically sent within two weeks
Wait for application review by the committee and funding decision

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

Canada

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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?

How much funding can be received?

Who is eligible for the Canada History Fund program?

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.