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Community Investment Grants

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

To be eligible for the Community Investment Grants program, you must: Charitable and Indigenous organizations serving youth in specified regions

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

You can contact United Way British Columbia.

Q: Where is the Community Investment Grants available?

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

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

Community Investment Grants is a Grant and Funding

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

Community Investment Grants is funded by United Way British Columbia

Last Update: February 4, 2026

QC, Canada

Funding for community-based youth mental health programs in Vancouver Island regions

Grant and Funding

United Way British Columbia

Processing And Agreement

Other info

At a glance

Funding available

Financing goals

Increasing community impact

Develop strategic partnerships

Develop employee skills

Eligible Funding

No Condition

Timeline

Open Date : February 3, 2026

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

Mental Health and Crisis Intervention

Target groups

All the groups

Revenue structures

100% donations / grants

Scope

Provincial

Overview

This program provides community organizations working in specified regions of Vancouver Island with funding to develop and enhance programs focused on child and youth mental health. It aims to foster social, cultural, and emotional resilience among young populations through innovative and inclusive community initiatives.

Activities funded

Design and implement social and cultural programs for youth
Develop training resources for caregivers and youth
Foster community engagement and outreach activities
Create inclusive activities promoting cultural expression and belonging

Examples of admissible projects:

Community youth mental health program focusing on resilience and social skills.

Development of an online mental health platform for youth resilience support.

Documents Needed

Application form (if available)
Organizational registration documents
Project description and objectives
Detailed budget plan

Eligibility

Eligible organizations include charitable agencies, First Nations, and Indigenous groups.
Must operate within specified regions on Vancouver Island.
Organizations must focus on mental health programs for children and youth.

Who is eligible?

Charitable agencies operating regionally
First Nations organizations within specified areas
Indigenous groups involved in youth mental health programming

Who is not eligible

Eligible expenses

Program development and delivery costs
Training and resource materials
Community engagement activities

Ineligible Costs and Activities

Eligible geographic areas

Central and North Vancouver Island Region, including Mount Waddington, Strathcona, Comox Valley, Nanaimo, Alberni Clayoquot, Cowichan, and qathet Districts

Selection criteria

Community impact and relevance of the project
Organizational capacity and experience
Innovation and uniqueness of the program
Feasibility and sustainability of the initiative

How to apply

Create an organizational profile or register with the grant provider.Prepare comprehensive project and budget proposals.Complete the application form and gather required documentation.Submit the application before the deadline through designated channels.

Processing and Agreement

Additional information

The program emphasizes community-based, innovative mental health initiatives for children and youth.
Applicants should demonstrate local service provision and community impact.
Priority is given to organizations with capacity and broad scope within their community.
Support is open to both new and existing programs focused on mental health promotion.

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Frequently Asked Questions about the Community Investment Grants Program

Here are answers to the most common questions about the Community Investment 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.