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Community Action Initiative (CAI) - Community Counselling Grants - British Columbia - Canada
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Community Action Initiative (CAI) - Community Counselling Grants

Community counselling support in British Columbia
Offered by
Community Action Initiative (CAI)
Official source: caibc.ca

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Latest source update
Last Update: September 24, 2026
Latest change: The Community Counselling Grants page now shows updated grantee listings and adds Patrick McDougall’s contact details.
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Community Counselling Grants contact and grantee list updated
The Community Counselling Grants page now identifies 38 organizations receiving funding, with 22 of them receiving additional scale-up funding. The grantee listings were also updated, and service-area descriptions were removed from the organization names shown on the page. Patrick McDougall was added as a contact for the grant page with the email pmcdougall@caibc.ca and phone number 778-689-8448.
Funding available
$ 120,000
Deadline
Unspecified
Location
British Columbia, Canada
Who can apply

Non-government, not-for-profit organizations

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Overview

Community Counselling Grants supports organizations across British Columbia to improve access to community-based clinical counselling. It focuses on mental health and substance use outcomes, especially for individuals or families unlikely to engage in mainstream services, and on infrastructure for non-profit, grassroots, and volunteer-run programs.
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At a glance

Funding available

Financing goals
  • Develop strategic partnerships
  • Develop a new program or service
  • Increase social or community impact
Eligible Funding
  • Maximum amount : 120,000 $
Funds Providers

Eligible candidates

Eligible Industries
  • All industries
Location
  • British Columbia
Legal structures
  • Non-profit
  • Public or Parapublic institution
Annual revenue
  • All revenue ranges
Organisation size
  • All organization sizes
Audience
  • Indigenous Peoples
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
  • Mental Health and Crisis Intervention
  • Social Services
  • Diversity and Inclusion
Target groups
  • Indigenous peoples
  • Nonprofits / charities
  • Low-income individuals / families
  • Minority groups
Revenue structures
  • All structures
Scope
  • Provincial

Next Steps

1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility

Availability timeline

2026
Periods: 1

Activities funded

  • Community counselling for adults related to mental health and substance use.
  • Projects reaching underserved or hard-to-reach populations.

Official resources

Official page

Community Counselling Grants

Eligibility

Who is eligible?

  • Non-government, not-for-profit organizations
  • Community-based organizations
  • First Nations, Métis or Urban Aboriginal organizations

Eligible geographic areas

  • British Columbia

Selection criteria

  • Priority was given to proposals showing an ability to reach underserved or hard-to-reach populations.
  • Proposals using an equity lens were favored.

Processing and Agreement

  • The general deadline was yet to be announced.

Additional information

  • Community Action Initiative, in partnership with the Ministry of Health, has awarded Community Counselling Grants to organizations across British Columbia since 2019.
  • Currently, 38 organizations are funded under the initiative.

Contacts

aharcourt@caibc.ca
778-689-8448

Frequently Asked Questions about the Community Action Initiative (CAI) - Community Counselling Grants Program

What is the Community Action Initiative (CAI) - Community Counselling Grants?

Community Counselling Grants supports organizations across British Columbia to improve access to community-based clinical counselling. It focuses on mental health and substance use outcomes, especially for individuals or families unlikely to engage in mainstream services, and on infrastructure for non-profit, grassroots, and volunteer-run programs.

How much funding can be received?

Community Action Initiative (CAI) - Community Counselling Grants Funds up to $120,000 of admissible expenses.

Who is eligible for the Community Action Initiative (CAI) - Community Counselling Grants program?

To be eligible for the Community Action Initiative (CAI) - Community Counselling Grants program, you must: Non-government, not-for-profit organization Community-based organization Located in British Columbia

What expenses are eligible under Community Action Initiative (CAI) - Community Counselling Grants?

Community counselling for adults related to mental health and substance use. Projects reaching underserved or hard-to-reach populations.

Who can I contact for more information about the Community Action Initiative (CAI) - Community Counselling Grants?

You can contact Community Action Initiative (CAI) by email at aharcourt@caibc.ca or by phone at 778-689-8448.

Where is the Community Action Initiative (CAI) - Community Counselling Grants available?

The Community Action Initiative (CAI) - Community Counselling Grants program is available the province of British Columbia.

Is the Community Action Initiative (CAI) - Community Counselling Grants a grant, loan, or tax credit?

Community Action Initiative (CAI) - Community Counselling Grants is a Grant and Funding