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Celebration and Commemoration Program - Celebrate Canada
Funding for key Canadian celebration activities
Last Update: May 15, 2026
Funding available
$ 50,000
Timeline
- Open continuously
Location
Quebec, Canada
Overview
Celebrate Canada supports activities organized for National Indigenous Peoples Day, Saint-Jean-Baptiste Day, Canadian Multiculturalism Day, and Canada Day. It can fund eligible expenses up to 100% of costs, with grants up to $50,000 per fiscal year or contribution agreements for larger projects.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Increase social or community impact
- Train or support volunteers
- Raise awareness or mobilize a population
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 50,000 $
- Up to 100% of project cost
Timeline
- Open continuously
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Location
- Quebec
Legal structures
- Non-profit
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- All groups
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
- Environment
Target groups
- All the groups
Revenue structures
- 100% donations / grants
Scope
- Provincial
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Activities organized for National Indigenous Peoples Day
- Activities organized for Saint-Jean-Baptiste Day
- Activities organized for Canadian Multiculturalism Day
- Activities organized for Canada Day
Documents Needed
- Completed online application form
- Review of the application guidelines
- Canadian Heritage Funding Portal account access
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Canadian not-for-profit organizations
- Canadian business corporations with non-commercial projects
- Canadian educational institutions and municipal, provincial, or territorial institutions
- Indigenous organizations and institutions
- Local band councils, tribal councils, and local Indigenous governments or organizations
Who is not eligible
- Federal, provincial, and territorial governments
Eligible expenses
- Eligible project costs related to approved celebration activities
Additional information
- The program is currently closed to new applications.
- Priority is given to events held on the designated celebration dates.
- Some activities may take place up to five days before the Celebrate Canada period.
- Canada Day activities must be held on July 1.
Frequently Asked Questions about the Celebration and Commemoration Program - Celebrate Canada Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the Celebration and Commemoration Program - Celebrate Canada. 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 Celebration and Commemoration Program - Celebrate Canada?
Celebrate Canada supports activities organized for National Indigenous Peoples Day, Saint-Jean-Baptiste Day, Canadian Multiculturalism Day, and Canada Day. It can fund eligible expenses up to 100% of costs, with grants up to $50,000 per fiscal year or contribution agreements for larger projects.
How much funding can be received?
Celebration and Commemoration Program - Celebrate Canada Funds up to 100% of admissible expenses, capped at $50,000 per project.
Who is eligible for the Celebration and Commemoration Program - Celebrate Canada program?
To be eligible for the Celebration and Commemoration Program - Celebrate Canada program, you must:
Eligible Canadian organization or institution
Non-commercial business projects only
Activities tied to designated celebration days
What expenses are eligible under Celebration and Commemoration Program - Celebrate Canada?
Activities organized for National Indigenous Peoples Day
Activities organized for Saint-Jean-Baptiste Day
Activities organized for Canadian Multiculturalism Day
Activities organized for Canada Day
Who can I contact for more information about the Celebration and Commemoration Program - Celebrate Canada?
You can contact Department of Canadian Heritage, Celebrate Canada.
Where is the Celebration and Commemoration Program - Celebrate Canada available?
The Celebration and Commemoration Program - Celebrate Canada program is available the province of Quebec.
Is the Celebration and Commemoration Program - Celebrate Canada a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Celebration and Commemoration Program - Celebrate Canada is a Grant and Funding