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Community Funding Program - Emerging Community Need Funding

Q: What is the deadline to apply?

The program is accepting continuous intake

Q: Who is eligible for the Community Funding Program - Emerging Community Need Funding program?

Eligibility criteria are not specified.

Q: Who can I contact for more information about the Community Funding Program - Emerging Community Need Funding?

You can contact City of Ottawa.

Q: What expenses are eligible under Community Funding Program - Emerging Community Need Funding?

Eligible expenses generally include costs that directly support the objectives of the funding program. The specific expenses that qualify may vary based on the nature of the project and the program’s guidelines.

Q: Where is the Community Funding Program - Emerging Community Need Funding available?

The Community Funding Program - Emerging Community Need Funding program is available the province of Quebec.

Last Update: February 11, 2026

Ottawa, QC

Funding for activities addressing emerging community needs

Grant and Funding

At a glance

Funding available

Financing goals

Increasing community impact

Raise awareness and mobilize the public

Eligible Funding

Maximum amount : 30,000 $

Timeline

Unspecified

Eligible candidates

Eligible Industries

Health care and social assistance
Other services (except public administration)
Public administration

Location

Ottawa

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

Economic, Social and Community Development

Target groups

All the groups

Revenue structures

100% donations / grants

Scope

Local

Overview

This program provides funding of up to $30,000 per project per year to support initiatives that address emerging community needs and that strengthen capacity, well-being, and resilience. Eligible activities include projects or activities targeting a new issue, a significant unmet need, or a growing concern related to external factors (economic changes, drug toxicity, long-term impacts of COVID-19, etc.).

Activities funded

Examples of admissible projects:

$ 25,000

Digital marketing campaign to boost local bakery visibility

How to apply

Identify the emerging community need in priority neighborhoods.Prepare a project proposal demonstrating how the activity addresses the need.Submit your application through the designated process (details not specified).Await review and decision from the funding body.Comply with any further requirements or reporting after approval.

Apply to this program

Frequently Asked Questions about the Community Funding Program - Emerging Community Need Funding Program

Here are answers to the most common questions about the Community Funding Program - Emerging Community Need Funding. 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.