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Community Development Grants

Q: Who is eligible for the Community Development Grants program?

To be eligible for the Community Development Grants program, you must: Focused on children/youth in need or with disabilities, minimum sessions, registered participants.

Q: Who can I contact for more information about the Community Development Grants?

You can contact Canadian Tire Jumpstart Charities.

Q: Where is the Community Development Grants available?

The Community Development Grants program is available the province of Quebec.

Q: Is the Community Development Grants a grant, loan, or tax credit?

Community Development Grants is a Grant and Funding

Q: Who are the financial supporters of the Community Development Grants?

Community Development Grants is funded by Canadian Tire Jumpstart Charities

Last Update: February 4, 2026

QC, Canada

Funding for inclusive youth sports and physical activity programs.

Grant and Funding

Canadian Tire Jumpstart Charities

Processing And Agreement

Other info

At a glance

Funding available

Financing goals

Increasing community impact

Develop employee skills

Eligible Funding

No Condition

Timeline

Closing date : February 27, 2025

Eligible candidates

Eligible Industries

All industries

Location

Quebec

Legal structures

Non-profit

Annual revenue

All revenue ranges

Organisation size

All organization sizes

Audience

All groups

Non-profit candidates

Sector of operation

Sports
Other Recreation and Social Clubs

Target groups

All the groups

Revenue structures

100% donations / grants

Scope

Regional

Overview

This program provides financial assistance to organizations providing inclusive sports and physical activity programming for youth in need or with disabilities. It aims to increase access to safe, equitable, and engaging sport experiences, supporting community well-being and youth development.

Activities funded

Development or continuation of sport and physical activity programs for youth.
Promotion of inclusive and accessible sport experiences.
Organizational capacity building for delivering equitable programs.

Examples of admissible projects:

Develop inclusive youth sports programs to promote health and community engagement

Documents Needed

Application form, detailed project plan, proof of organization registration, supporting documents demonstrating participant focus and program structure.

Eligibility

Organizations must focus on engaging children and youth in need or with disabilities, provide at least five sessions over five days, and include registered participants for the entire duration.

Who is eligible?

Community organizations focused on youth sports and recreation.
Non-profit organizations providing inclusive sports programs.
Organizations serving children and youth facing financial need or with disabilities.

Eligible expenses

Program development costs, operational expenses supporting inclusive sports activities, capacity building efforts.

Ineligible Costs and Activities

Activities not directly related to sport or physical activity.
Program costs exceeding the minimum session requirements.
Activities without registered participants for the full duration.
Expenses unrelated to program delivery or organizational capacity building.

Selection criteria

Alignment with program objectives of inclusivity and community impact.
Demonstrated ability to deliver structured sessions with registered participants.
Clear plan for engaging youth from low-income families or with disabilities.
Capacity to implement the project within the proposed timeline and scope.

How to apply

Reach out to your Regional Manager to confirm eligibility and program alignment.Prepare a comprehensive project proposal including program description and participant engagement details.Complete the application form provided by the funding organization.Submit the application and all supporting documents within the designated deadline.Await the funding decision, which will be communicated within approximately two months.

Processing and Agreement

Review of application submitted to the funding body.
Assessment of program focus, participant engagement, and organizational capacity.
Notification of approval or rejection within approximately two months.
Funding agreement signed by the recipient before disbursement.
Recipients must submit progress and final reports according to schedule.

Additional information

Applicants are encouraged to contact their Regional Manager prior to applying to confirm eligibility and alignment with funding stream criteria.

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Frequently Asked Questions about the Community Development Grants Program

Here are answers to the most common questions about the Community Development Grants. 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.