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Change Can’t Wait!

Q: Where is the Change Can’t Wait! available?

The Change Can’t Wait! program is available across Canada.

Q: Is the Change Can’t Wait! a grant, loan, or tax credit?

Change Can’t Wait! is a Grant and Funding

Q: Who are the financial supporters of the Change Can’t Wait!?

Change Can’t Wait! is funded by City of Calgary (WCEF)

Last Update: February 4, 2026

Calgary, Canada

Supports projects enhancing mental health services and access in Calgary.

Grant and Funding

Processing And Agreement

At a glance

Funding available

Financing goals

Integrate new technologies

Increasing community impact

Develop strategic partnerships

Eligible Funding

No Condition

Timeline

Closing date : September 22, 2025

Eligible candidates

Eligible Industries

All industries

Location

Calgary

Legal structures

Non-profit

Annual revenue

All revenue ranges

Organisation size

All organization sizes

Audience

All groups

Non-profit candidates

Sector of operation

Mental Health and Crisis Intervention

Target groups

All the groups

Revenue structures

100% donations / grants

Scope

Local

Overview

The 2025 Change Can’t Wait! funding call supports pilot projects focusing on increasing mental health support and access in Calgary. The program has no set funding limits, permitting applicants to request amounts aligned with their project scope and timeline while emphasizing strategic impact and community needs.

Activities funded

Developing awareness campaigns about mental health resources
Creating coordinated access points for mental health and addiction services
Implementing data sharing solutions between organizations
Addressing service gaps for underserved populations
Supporting innovative approaches to mental health support

Examples of admissible projects:

Implement a multilingual awareness campaign on mental health resources.

Eligibility

Who is eligible?

Non-profit organizations focused on community health
Community service agencies in Calgary
Healthcare providers and organizations within Calgary

Who is not eligible

Ineligible Costs and Activities

Eligible geographic areas

Calgary

Selection criteria

Alignment with 'Getting Help' outcome area of Calgary's Mental Health Strategy
Focus on underserved or emerging populations
Contribution to improving knowledge and access to mental health services
Innovation and potential community impact

How to apply

Step 1: Prepare project proposalStep 2: Submit application to Calgary city authoritiesStep 3: Await review and decision before December 1

Processing and Agreement

Apply to this program

Frequently Asked Questions about the Change Can’t Wait! Program

Here are answers to the most common questions about the Change Can’t Wait!. 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.