Childcare Research, Policy Development, and Innovation Grants

• There is no set maximum for grant allocations; funding amounts are determined based on available funds.

• The applicant must be a registered non-profit society, community service co-op, social enterprise wholly governed by a non-profit in good standing, registered charity, or a First Nations Band. Educational institutions are eligible if partnered with a Vancouver-based non-profit.
• The organization must have an independent, volunteer-based governing body; staff cannot be voting members of the Board or Executive, and Board members cannot be remunerated for their role as directors.
• The organization must have inclusive policies and practices that welcome people of diverse backgrounds, abilities, and identities.
• The organization must be capable of delivering the funded project in Vancouver for Vancouver residents.
• The organization must comply with the Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedoms and the British Columbia Human Rights Code.

Who is eligible?

• Registered non-profit societies
• Community service co-operatives
• Social enterprises wholly governed by a non-profit
• Registered charities
• First Nations Bands
• Educational institutions partnering with a Vancouver-based non-profit organization

Who is not eligible

• For-profit companies that are not wholly governed by a non-profit organization.
• Organizations acting as funding bodies or making grants to other groups.
• Businesses or organizations unable to deliver projects within Vancouver to Vancouver residents.
• Organizations not in compliance with the Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedoms or the British Columbia Human Rights Code.

Eligible geographic areas

• Organizations delivering projects in Vancouver for Vancouver residents.

• Alignment with the City of Vancouver’s strategy and early actions for childcare.
• Potential to improve childcare practice or address key issues in early learning and care.
• Demonstrated functional capacity and sufficient financial resources to complete the proposed project.
• Project delivery in Vancouver, with direct impact on Vancouver residents.
• Compliance with relevant legal and human rights frameworks.

• There is no fixed maximum grant amount, as allocations depend on available funds.
• Applications are assessed in the context of the City of Vancouver’s childcare strategy and priorities.
• This grant operates by invitation only; applicants must be invited to proceed with their application.
• Updates on program deadlines and details are posted on the City’s website.