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Community Funding Program - Civic Events funding
Last Update: March 19, 2026
Ottawa, Ontario, Canada
Supports family-friendly community events in Ottawa neighborhoods
Grant and Funding
Overview
This grant offers up to $3,000 per event to support family-friendly community events in Ottawa. It encourages activities that promote neighborly interactions, community inclusion, and access for priority populations.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
Increasing community impact
Supporting volunteer engagement
Raise awareness and mobilize the public
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 3,000 $
Timeline
- Closing date : April 2, 2025
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Location
- Ottawa
- Ontario
Legal structures
- Non-profit
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- All groups
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
- Other Recreation and Social Clubs
Target groups
- All the groups
Revenue structures
- All structures
Scope
- Local
Activities funded
- Organizing community festivals and neighborhood gatherings.
- Hosting cultural or recreational activities that engage local residents.
- Planning community-building events that promote inclusion and diversity.
Examples of admissible projects:
$ 2,500
Organizing a vibrant outdoor family festival to engage local residents
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Community organizations and local non-profits in Ottawa.
Who is not eligible
- Organizations outside Ottawa or not serving Ottawa residents.
Eligible geographic areas
OttawaHow to apply
Step 1: Prepare your event proposal and supporting documents.Step 2: Submit your application online or through the designated process before the deadline.Step 3: Await review and decision notification from the program administrators.Step 4: Upon approval, execute the event and utilize the funds according to program guidelines.
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