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Community Cultural Action Fund — Community Life
Funding for cultural action in minority communities
Funding available
$ 250,000
Deadline
Open continuously
Location
Canada
Overview
This program supports cultural, artistic, and heritage initiatives for official language minority communities. It provides funding of up to 50% of eligible project costs for projects that strengthen long-term community development.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Increase social or community impact
- Enhance an existing program
- Strengthen organizational capacity
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 250,000 $
- Up to 100% of project cost
Funds Providers
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Location
- Canada
Legal structures
- Non-profit
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Language Minorities
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
- Culture and Arts
- Diversity and Inclusion
Target groups
- Nonprofits / charities
Revenue structures
- 100% donations / grants
Scope
- National
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Projects that support the long-term development of official language minority communities in arts, culture, and heritage.
Documents Needed
- Application form for Official Languages Support Programs
Official resources
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Canadian not-for-profit organizations
- Provincial and territorial government organizations
Eligible expenses
- Project implementation costs.
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Capital projects
- Organization operating costs
- Regular coordination activities
- Networking and strategic planning
- Needs analyses, research, and professional training
- Activities with an international scope
Eligible geographic areas
- Canada
- Alberta
- British Columbia
- Manitoba
- New Brunswick
- Newfoundland and Labrador
- Northwest Territories
- Nova Scotia
- Nunavut
- Ontario
- Prince Edward Island
- Quebec
- Saskatchewan
- Yukon
How to apply
- Download the application form for the program.
- Download and save the PDF forms to your computer before filling them out.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Community Cultural Action Fund — Community Life Program
What is the Community Cultural Action Fund — Community Life?
This program supports cultural, artistic, and heritage initiatives for official language minority communities. It provides funding of up to 50% of eligible project costs for projects that strengthen long-term community development.
How much funding can be received?
Community Cultural Action Fund — Community Life Funds up to 100% of admissible expenses, capped at $250,000 per project.
Who is eligible for the Community Cultural Action Fund — Community Life program?
To be eligible for the Community Cultural Action Fund — Community Life program, you must:
Canadian not-for-profit organizations
Provincial and territorial government organizations
What expenses are eligible under Community Cultural Action Fund — Community Life?
Projects that support the long-term development of official language minority communities in arts, culture, and heritage.
Who can I contact for more information about the Community Cultural Action Fund — Community Life?
You can contact Canadian Heritage by email at dglo-olsp@pch.gc.ca or by phone at 1-866-811-0055.
Where is the Community Cultural Action Fund — Community Life available?
The Community Cultural Action Fund — Community Life program is available across Canada.
Is the Community Cultural Action Fund — Community Life a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Community Cultural Action Fund — Community Life is a Grant and Funding