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Canadian Benefit for Parents of Young Victims of Crime
Federal income support for bereaved parents
Last Update: May 6, 2026
Funding available
$ 500
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Location
Canada
Overview
This program provides federal income support to parents or legal guardians who had to stop working due to the death or disappearance of a child. Eligible recipients can receive $500 per week, paid every two weeks, for up to 35 weeks over a 3-year period.
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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
- Maximum amount : 500 $
- Minimum amount : 500 $
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Public administration
Location
- Canada
Legal structures
- All legal structures
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Canadians
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Documents Needed
- Employment form completed and signed by the employer.
- Incident report form completed and stamped by law enforcement.
- Application form, if applying by mail or in person.
- Canada Revenue Agency Notice of Assessment, for self-employed applicants.
- Consent to release personal information form, if using a designated individual.
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Parents of young victims of crime.
- Legal guardians of young victims of crime.
- Self-employed applicants who meet the program conditions.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Canadian Benefit for Parents of Young Victims of Crime Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the Canadian Benefit for Parents of Young Victims of Crime. 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 Canadian Benefit for Parents of Young Victims of Crime?
This program provides federal income support to parents or legal guardians who had to stop working due to the death or disappearance of a child. Eligible recipients can receive $500 per week, paid every two weeks, for up to 35 weeks over a 3-year period.
How much funding can be received?
Canadian Benefit for Parents of Young Victims of Crime Funds up to $500 of admissible expenses.
Who is eligible for the Canadian Benefit for Parents of Young Victims of Crime program?
To be eligible for the Canadian Benefit for Parents of Young Victims of Crime program, you must:
Parent or legal guardian
Work interruption and income loss
Child death or disappearance
Who can I contact for more information about the Canadian Benefit for Parents of Young Victims of Crime?
You can contact Employment and Social Development Canada (ESDC) by email at none or by phone at 1-800-622-6232.
Where is the Canadian Benefit for Parents of Young Victims of Crime available?
The Canadian Benefit for Parents of Young Victims of Crime program is available across Canada.
Is the Canadian Benefit for Parents of Young Victims of Crime a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Canadian Benefit for Parents of Young Victims of Crime is a Grant and Funding
Who are the financial supporters of the Canadian Benefit for Parents of Young Victims of Crime?
Canadian Benefit for Parents of Young Victims of Crime is funded by Employment and Social Development Canada (ESDC)