Open
Last Update: April 21, 2026
Funding available
$ 1,000
Timeline
- Open Date : April 1, 2026
- Closing date : March 31, 2027
Location
Manitoba
Overview
This program provides up to $1,000 to support coach and official development in Manitoba. It helps cover eligible training, certification, mentorship, and related travel or course costs.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Develop team skills
- Obtain certifications or accreditations
- Train or support volunteers
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 1,000 $
- Up to 50% of project cost
Timeline
- Open Date : April 1, 2026
- Closing date : March 31, 2027
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
Location
- Manitoba
Legal structures
- Non-profit
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- All groups
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
- Sports
Target groups
- All the groups
Revenue structures
- All structures
Scope
- All dimensions
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- NCCP sport-specific courses
- NCCP coach evaluations
- Officials training and evaluations
- Approved professional development
- First aid training
Documents Needed
- Completed application form
- Proposed budget
- Post-event report
- Respect in Sport certification details
- Provincial Sport Organization membership confirmation
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Coaches
- Officials
- Provincial Sport Organizations applying on behalf of coaches or officials
Eligible expenses
- Mileage at $0.45/km, for trips of at least 40 km
- Accommodation, if required
- Meals within the province, when not provided
- Course and evaluation fees
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Meals for online courses
- Mileage for trips under 40 km
- Multi-sport NCCP fees offered through Sport Manitoba Coaching
Eligible geographic areas
- Manitoba
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are reviewed only when fully completed.
- Funding is not guaranteed and depends on the number of applications received each year.
- Applicants may be asked to submit a post-event report after the activity.
- Payment is made after the post-event report and may take up to 6 weeks.
- Unsuccessful applicants may submit an appeal letter.
Additional information
- Applications for events and training from April 1, 2026 to March 31, 2027 are open.
- Unsuccessful applicants may appeal in writing to the Sport Manitoba Coach Education Coordinator.
- Personal information collected is used only for program administration.
- Region, sport, certification level, and total grant amount may be disclosed for reporting purposes.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Coach or Official Assistance Grant Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the Coach or Official Assistance Grant. 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 Coach or Official Assistance Grant?
This program provides up to $1,000 to support coach and official development in Manitoba. It helps cover eligible training, certification, mentorship, and related travel or course costs.
How much funding can be received?
Coach or Official Assistance Grant Funds up to 50% of admissible expenses, capped at $1,000 per project.
What is the deadline to apply?
The application deadline for this grant program is **March 31, 2027**. Applicants must submit their complete application before this date to be considered for funding.
Who is eligible for the Coach or Official Assistance Grant program?
To be eligible for the Coach or Official Assistance Grant program, you must:
Manitoba coaches or officials
Active Respect in Sport certification
Provincial Sport Organization member
What expenses are eligible under Coach or Official Assistance Grant?
NCCP sport-specific courses
NCCP coach evaluations
Officials training and evaluations
Approved professional development
First aid training
Who can I contact for more information about the Coach or Official Assistance Grant?
You can contact Sport Manitoba by email at coaching@sportmanitoba.ca or by phone at none.
Where is the Coach or Official Assistance Grant available?
The Coach or Official Assistance Grant program is available the province of Manitoba.