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Community Funding Program - Emergency Funding
Addresses unexpected, essential expenses for agencies in receipt of funding
Last Update: June 23, 2026
Funding available
Varies by project
Timeline
- Open Date : February 3, 2026
Location
Ottawa, Ontario, Canada
Overview
Emergency Funding provides support for one-time unexpected essential expenses that cannot be covered by an organization’s existing financial resources, with no maximum funding amount stated in the available information. Eligible expenses must relate to services and activities aligned with the Community Funding Framework priorities, and the program is currently open only to agencies receiving Sustainability Funding.
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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
- Open Date : February 3, 2026
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Public administration
Location
- Ottawa
- Ontario
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
- Social Services
- Emergency and Relief
Target groups
- All the groups
Revenue structures
- All structures
Scope
- All dimensions
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
How to apply
Step 1: Contact your Community Funding consultant or email communityfunding@ottawa.caStep 2: Obtain information and prepare your application materialsStep 3: Submit your application as instructed by the consultant or via email
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Community Funding Program - Emergency Funding Program
What is the Community Funding Program - Emergency Funding?
Emergency Funding provides support for one-time unexpected essential expenses that cannot be covered by an organization’s existing financial resources, with no maximum funding amount stated in the available information. Eligible expenses must relate to services and activities aligned with the Community Funding Framework priorities, and the program is currently open only to agencies receiving Sustainability Funding.
Who can I contact for more information about the Community Funding Program - Emergency Funding?
You can contact City of Ottawa by email at communityfunding@ottawa.ca.
Where is the Community Funding Program - Emergency Funding available?
The Community Funding Program - Emergency Funding program is available the province of Ontario.
Is the Community Funding Program - Emergency Funding a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Community Funding Program - Emergency Funding is a Grant and Funding
Who are the financial supporters of the Community Funding Program - Emergency Funding?
Community Funding Program - Emergency Funding is funded by City of Ottawa