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Capital Project Grants - Social Policy - Social Medium Capital Grants

Supports upgrades to social-serving facilities for vulnerable Vancouver communities
City of Vancouver
Last Update: April 13, 2026
Funding available
$ 25,000 - $ 50,000
Timeline
  • Closing date : April 24, 2026
Location
Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada

Overview

The Social Policy - Social Medium Capital Grants provide cost-sharing funding of $25,000 to $50,000 (and up to $100,000 for climate resilient retrofit upgrades) to Vancouver-based non-profit organizations. The program supports upgrades to social infrastructure, including health and safety improvements, climate adaptation projects, accessibility enhancements, and service expansions.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.

At a glance

Funding available

Financing goals
  • Increase social or community impact
  • Reduce environmental footprint
  • Renovate or expand facilities
Eligible Funding
  • Maximum amount : 50,000 $
  • Minimum amount : 25,000 $
  • Up to 50% of project cost
Timeline
  • Closing date : April 24, 2026

Eligible candidates

Eligible Industries
  • Health care and social assistance
  • Other services (except public administration)
  • Public administration
Location
  • Vancouver
  • British Columbia
Legal structures
  • Financial cooperative
  • Non-profit
  • Public or Parapublic institution
  • Social economy enterprise
  • Non-financial cooperative
Annual revenue
  • $ 5,000,000 maximum revenue
Organisation size
  • All organization sizes
Audience
  • Indigenous Peoples
  • Persons with Disabilities
  • Black Canadians
  • 2SLGBTQI+
  • Canadians
  • Women
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
  • Social Services
  • Economic, Social and Community Development
  • Housing
  • Children and Youth Organizations
  • Diversity and Inclusion
Target groups
  • General public
  • Children & youth
  • Seniors
  • Indigenous peoples
  • People with disabilities
  • Women & girls
  • LGBTQ+ community
  • Nonprofits / charities
  • Low-income individuals / families
  • Minority groups
Revenue structures
  • All structures
Scope
  • Municipal

Next steps

1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility

Activities funded

  • Upgrading facilities to improve health and safety standards.
  • Implementing climate change adaptation measures for buildings, such as resilient retrofits for extreme heat and poor air quality.
  • Enhancing accessibility to ensure facilities are accessible to all users.
  • Expanding or renovating spaces to increase service capacity for social-serving organizations.
  • Conducting planning or feasibility studies related to future facility improvements or expansions.

Eligibility

Who is eligible?

  • Registered non-profit societies
  • Community service cooperatives
  • Social enterprises wholly owned by a non-profit society
  • Registered charities
  • Faith-based organizations
  • First Nations Bands

Who is not eligible

  • Organizations not based in Vancouver.
  • Organizations whose primary purpose is health care, such as medical treatment or recovery centers.
  • Organizations focused primarily on housing or arts & culture (eligible under other City of Vancouver grant programs).
  • Organizations with a main activity in education, employment training leading to certification, sports, recreation, or religious programs and services.
  • Organizations that exclude people based on religion, ethnicity, gender, age, sexual orientation, language, disability, or income.

Eligible expenses

  • Construction expenses related to facility upgrades.
  • Consultant fees for planning projects, including hiring professionals and architectural drawings.
  • Permit fees necessary for project execution.
  • Expenses for moveable features, tools, and equipment that are an integral part of the overall project.

Eligible geographic areas

  • City of Vancouver

Additional information

  • Grants are generally processed through the VanApply online platform, and support is available for applicants requiring assistance during the process.
  • Applicants should ensure their organization does not already have an existing VanApply account before registering a new one.
  • For planning or feasibility studies, submission of the feasibility report is required if funded by the grant.
  • Some projects may require approval from the City’s Facilities department when capital improvements are proposed for City-owned or leased facilities.

Contacts

socialpolicygrants@vancouver.ca

Frequently Asked Questions about the Capital Project Grants - Social Policy - Social Medium Capital Grants Program

Here are answers to the most common questions about the Capital Project Grants - Social Policy - Social Medium Capital Grants. 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 Capital Project Grants - Social Policy - Social Medium Capital Grants?

The Social Policy - Social Medium Capital Grants provide cost-sharing funding of $25,000 to $50,000 (and up to $100,000 for climate resilient retrofit upgrades) to Vancouver-based non-profit organizations. The program supports upgrades to social infrastructure, including health and safety improvements, climate adaptation projects, accessibility enhancements, and service expansions.

How much funding can be received?

Capital Project Grants - Social Policy - Social Medium Capital Grants Funds up to 50% of admissible expenses, capped at $50,000 per project.

Who is eligible for the Capital Project Grants - Social Policy - Social Medium Capital Grants program?

To be eligible for the Capital Project Grants - Social Policy - Social Medium Capital Grants program, you must: For-profit businesses are not eligible; only registered non-profits, charities, First Nations Bands, or social enterprises wholly owned by a non-profit may apply.

What expenses are eligible under Capital Project Grants - Social Policy - Social Medium Capital Grants?

Upgrading facilities to improve health and safety standards. Implementing climate change adaptation measures for buildings, such as resilient retrofits for extreme heat and poor air quality. Enhancing accessibility to ensure facilities are accessible to all users. Expanding or renovating spaces to increase service capacity for social-serving organizations. Conducting planning or feasibility studies related to future facility improvements or expansions.

Who can I contact for more information about the Capital Project Grants - Social Policy - Social Medium Capital Grants?

You can contact City of Vancouver by email at socialpolicygrants@vancouver.ca.

Where is the Capital Project Grants - Social Policy - Social Medium Capital Grants available?

The Capital Project Grants - Social Policy - Social Medium Capital Grants program is available the province of British Columbia.

Is the Capital Project Grants - Social Policy - Social Medium Capital Grants a grant, loan, or tax credit?

Capital Project Grants - Social Policy - Social Medium Capital Grants is a Grant and Funding

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