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Community Cultural Action Fund — Community Life
Funding for cultural action in minority communities
Last Update: April 29, 2026
Funding available
Varies by project
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
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
- Varies by project
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Information and cultural industries
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
- Public administration
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
- Artists / creatives
- Minority groups
Revenue structures
- All structures
Scope
- Regional
- Provincial
- 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
- Required supporting documentation
- Letter of intent form for regional applications
- Application guidelines review
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
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Community Cultural Action Fund — Community Life Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the Community Cultural Action Fund — Community Life. 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 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.
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
Arts, culture, or heritage projects
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 (PCH) 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
Who are the financial supporters of the Community Cultural Action Fund — Community Life?
Community Cultural Action Fund — Community Life is funded by Canadian Heritage (PCH)