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Community Development Fund (New Brunswick)
Support for community projects in New Brunswick
Last Update: June 8, 2026
Funding available
$ 6,000,000
Timeline
- Open continuously
Location
New Brunswick, Canada
Overview
The Community Development Fund supports vibrant communities in New Brunswick through strategic community investments, with a maximum contribution of $6,000,000. It supports community capital projects, cultural or sporting events, tourism and recreation facilities, and regionally focused municipal projects.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Increase social or community impact
- Strengthen organizational capacity
- Renovate or expand facilities
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 6,000,000 $
Timeline
- Open continuously
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Location
- New Brunswick
Legal structures
- Non-profit
- Public or Parapublic institution
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- All groups
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
- All industries
Target groups
- All the groups
Revenue structures
- All structures
Scope
- All dimensions
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Community capital projects.
- Regional, national, or international cultural, sporting, or economic events.
- Projects to establish or develop tourism and recreation facilities.
- Regionally focused municipal projects.
Documents Needed
- Completed and signed application form
- Business case
- Feasibility study, if available
- Needs assessment, if available
- Most recent year-end and current financial statements for requests over $200,000
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Not-for-profit incorporated organizations
- Municipalities
- Regional Service Commissions
- First Nations
Who is not eligible
- Organizations that have not complied with previous contribution agreements.
- Organizations mainly serving religious or political purposes.
Eligible expenses
- Reasonable and necessary project implementation costs.
- Reasonable costs to host eligible regional, national, or international events.
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Vacant land and related costs.
- Licensed vehicles, except for public transportation.
- Debt reduction, deficit reduction, and financing charges.
- Operating costs, including wages and salaries, except for pilot projects.
- Fundraising, hospitality, legal fees, volunteer labour, and in-kind contributions.
Eligible geographic areas
- New Brunswick
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are submitted to the Regional Development Corporation for review and evaluation.
- Applications may be reviewed by the appropriate provincial department if needed.
- Projects that meet requirements are considered for approval, but approval is not guaranteed.
- The President of the Regional Development Corporation can approve funding.
- Major investments over $500,000 are submitted to Executive Council for approval.
Additional information
- Funding is provided to the owner of the asset.
- Some projects may require environmental assessment and consultation obligations.
- Applications must include a business case with supporting evidence.
- Projects over $500,000 require Executive Council approval.
Frequently Asked Questions about the Community Development Fund (New Brunswick) Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the Community Development Fund (New Brunswick). 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 Development Fund (New Brunswick)?
The Community Development Fund supports vibrant communities in New Brunswick through strategic community investments, with a maximum contribution of $6,000,000. It supports community capital projects, cultural or sporting events, tourism and recreation facilities, and regionally focused municipal projects.
How much funding can be received?
Community Development Fund (New Brunswick) Funds up to $6,000,000 of admissible expenses.
Who is eligible for the Community Development Fund (New Brunswick) program?
To be eligible for the Community Development Fund (New Brunswick) program, you must:
Must be an eligible public or non-profit applicant.
Project must align with community investment priorities.
Funding goes to the asset owner.
What expenses are eligible under Community Development Fund (New Brunswick)?
Community capital projects.
Regional, national, or international cultural, sporting, or economic events.
Projects to establish or develop tourism and recreation facilities.
Regionally focused municipal projects.
Who can I contact for more information about the Community Development Fund (New Brunswick)?
You can contact Government of New Brunswick.
Where is the Community Development Fund (New Brunswick) available?
The Community Development Fund (New Brunswick) program is available the province of New Brunswick.
Is the Community Development Fund (New Brunswick) a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Community Development Fund (New Brunswick) is a Grant and Funding