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Celebration and Commemoration Program - Commemorate Canada
Funding for national commemorative projects
Last Update: May 15, 2026
Funding available
Varies by project
Timeline
- Open continuously
Location
Canada
Overview
Funding supports national commemorations of significant Canadian historical figures, places, events, and achievements. It covers eligible commemorative projects that are free and accessible to the public, include an educational component, and take place in Canada.
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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
- Varies by project
Timeline
- Open continuously
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Location
- Canada
Legal structures
- Non-profit
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- All groups
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
- All industries
Target groups
- All the groups
Revenue structures
- All structures
Scope
- All dimensions
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Commemorative initiatives recognizing national historical figures, places, events, symbols, anniversaries, and achievements
- Projects that educate the public about Canadian history
- National commemorative activities that engage broad audiences
- Publicly accessible commemorations linked to significant anniversaries
Documents Needed
- Completed and signed application form
- Project budget for each fiscal year
- Signed previous-year financial statements
- Direct deposit registration form with a void cheque
- Supporting documents and letters of support, if applicable
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Canadian not-for-profit organizations
- Canadian for-profit organizations with non-commercial projects
- Canadian public education establishments
- Canadian provincial, territorial, and municipal governments and their institutions
Who is not eligible
- Private individuals
- Political parties
- Federal departments, their institutions, and portfolio agencies
Eligible expenses
- Educational and outreach materials, research, documentation, websites, exhibitions, forums, conferences, plaques and monuments
- Promotion, marketing, communications, and translation
- Professional fees for project management, coordination, and execution
- Event and venue costs, including equipment and site rental and artist or performer fees
- Project administration and travel in Canada
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Projects that are local in scope or take place outside Canada
- Commemorations of living individuals
- Fairs, festivals, and fundraising activities
- Lobbying or advocacy activities
- Major infrastructure projects and ongoing operating costs
Eligible geographic areas
- Canada
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are reviewed by a committee and compared with other requests based on available funding.
- Past non-compliance on funded projects may affect the decision.
- Applicants are notified in writing of the funding decision.
- If approved as a contribution, a funding agreement is signed before payments are made.
- Progress reports, a final report, and possibly a financial report may be required.
Additional information
- The program is part of the Celebration and Commemoration Program.
- Applications can be submitted by email, mail, courier, or in person.
- The program intake is currently closed.
- Applicants should contact the program to request an application package.
Frequently Asked Questions about the Celebration and Commemoration Program - Commemorate Canada Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the Celebration and Commemoration Program - Commemorate 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 - Commemorate Canada?
Funding supports national commemorations of significant Canadian historical figures, places, events, and achievements. It covers eligible commemorative projects that are free and accessible to the public, include an educational component, and take place in Canada.
Who is eligible for the Celebration and Commemoration Program - Commemorate Canada program?
To be eligible for the Celebration and Commemoration Program - Commemorate Canada program, you must:
Project must take place in Canada
National significance and scope
Free and public access
What expenses are eligible under Celebration and Commemoration Program - Commemorate Canada?
Commemorative initiatives recognizing national historical figures, places, events, symbols, anniversaries, and achievements
Projects that educate the public about Canadian history
National commemorative activities that engage broad audiences
Publicly accessible commemorations linked to significant anniversaries
Who can I contact for more information about the Celebration and Commemoration Program - Commemorate Canada?
You can contact Department of Canadian Heritage, Celebrate Canada.
Where is the Celebration and Commemoration Program - Commemorate Canada available?
The Celebration and Commemoration Program - Commemorate Canada program is available across Canada.
Is the Celebration and Commemoration Program - Commemorate Canada a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Celebration and Commemoration Program - Commemorate Canada is a Grant and Funding
Who are the financial supporters of the Celebration and Commemoration Program - Commemorate Canada?
Celebration and Commemoration Program - Commemorate Canada is funded by Department of Canadian Heritage, Celebrate Canada