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Community Safety and Well-being Fund - Community Micro-Grants Program

Q: Where is the Community Safety and Well-being Fund - Community Micro-Grants Program available?

The Community Safety and Well-being Fund - Community Micro-Grants Program program is available the province of Quebec.

Last Update: February 4, 2026

QC, Canada

Financial aid supporting community safety and youth development initiatives

Grant and Funding

Processing And Agreement

At a glance

Funding available

Financing goals

Increasing community impact

Supporting volunteer engagement

Raise awareness and mobilize the public

Eligible Funding

No Condition

Timeline

Closing date : March 28, 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

Social Services

Target groups

All the groups

Revenue structures

100% donations / grants

Scope

Local

Overview

This micro-grant program provides financial support to small community organizations and residents in Durham Region, with grants averaging up to $4,000 per recipient. The focus is on projects that reduce community violence and support positive youth development, addressing key social risk factors. It encourages resident-led initiatives that foster safer neighborhoods and resilient communities.

Activities funded

Designing and implementing violence prevention projects.
Organizing community engagement and leadership activities.
Creating programs targeting youth empowerment and positive development.
Addressing social determinants such as racism, homelessness, and mental health.
Developing resilience and bridging service gaps in the community.

Examples of admissible projects:

Implementing a youth mentorship program to promote community safety

Creating a community garden to enhance neighborhood safety and engagement

Eligibility

Who is eligible?

Residents of Durham Region
Small community groups and organizations with operating budgets of $10,000 or less

Who is not eligible

Ineligible Costs and Activities

Eligible geographic areas

Durham Region

Selection criteria

Relevance of the project to community safety priorities
Feasibility and sustainability of the project plan
Community involvement and resident engagement
Impact potential on reducing violence and supporting youth

How to apply

Step 1: Review eligibility criteria and project priorities.Step 2: Prepare a brief project proposal outlining objectives and activities.Step 3: Submit the application online or through designated community channels before the deadline.Step 4: Await approval notification, typically announced in May.Step 5: Upon approval, implement the project and comply with reporting requirements.

Processing and Agreement

Apply to this program

Frequently Asked Questions about the Community Safety and Well-being Fund - Community Micro-Grants Program Program

Here are answers to the most common questions about the Community Safety and Well-being Fund - Community Micro-Grants Program. 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.