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Cooperation with the Community Sector — Community Life
Funding for community life initiatives
Last Update: April 29, 2026
Funding available
Varies by project
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Location
Canada
Overview
Supports community organizations working to strengthen official-language minority communities. Funding is available for one-time projects and ongoing programming that advance community development and related objectives.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Develop strategic partnerships
- Develop a new program or service
- Increase social or community impact
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Location
- Canada
Legal structures
- All legal structures
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Language Minorities
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- One-time project activities.
- Ongoing programming activities that support community development.
- Initiatives that strengthen relations between community stakeholders.
Documents Needed
- Application form – Official Languages Support Programs.
- Required supporting documentation.
- Letter of Intent form, for selected regional project applications.
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Canadian non-profit organizations.
- Canadian associations, institutions, and foundations.
- Canadian for-profit organizations for non-profit activities only.
- Government entities able to manage a school community center.
Who is not eligible
- Individuals.
- Universities, schools, and school boards.
- Foreign institutions and organizations.
- Government organizations, except where specifically allowed for a school community center.
Eligible expenses
- Operating costs for ongoing programming.
- Costs related to one-time project activities.
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Activities requiring ongoing funding under project funding.
- Applicants or activities outside the eligible organization types.
Eligible geographic areas
- National.
- Quebec.
- Manitoba.
- Northwest Territories.
- Nunavut.
- Saskatchewan.
- Alberta.
- British Columbia.
- New Brunswick.
- Newfoundland and Labrador.
- Nova Scotia.
- Ontario.
- Prince Edward Island.
- Yukon.
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are reviewed through the program’s application process.
- Regional project applications may require a two-step process, with a Letter of Intent reviewed first.
- Only retained project proposals proceed to the full application stage.
- Applicants must submit the required application package and supporting documentation.
Additional information
- Priority is given to innovative projects and activities with lasting effects.
- Applications aligned with the Official Languages mandate may receive special consideration.
- Initiatives contributing to reconciliation with Indigenous Peoples may also be considered.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Cooperation with the Community Sector — Community Life Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the Cooperation with the Community Sector — Community Life. 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.
What is the Cooperation with the Community Sector — Community Life?
Supports community organizations working to strengthen official-language minority communities. Funding is available for one-time projects and ongoing programming that advance community development and related objectives.
Who is eligible for the Cooperation with the Community Sector — Community Life program?
To be eligible for the Cooperation with the Community Sector — Community Life program, you must:
Must represent official-language minority communities.
Mission or activities must support community development.
Must be an eligible Canadian organization type.
What expenses are eligible under Cooperation with the Community Sector — Community Life?
One-time project activities.
Ongoing programming activities that support community development.
Initiatives that strengthen relations between community stakeholders.
Who can I contact for more information about the Cooperation with the Community Sector — Community Life?
You can contact Department of Canadian Heritage (LJI) by email at dglo-olsp@pch.gc.ca or by phone at 1-866-811-0055.
Where is the Cooperation with the Community Sector — Community Life available?
The Cooperation with the Community Sector — Community Life program is available across Canada.
Is the Cooperation with the Community Sector — Community Life a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Cooperation with the Community Sector — Community Life is a Partnering and Collaboration
Who are the financial supporters of the Cooperation with the Community Sector — Community Life?
Cooperation with the Community Sector — Community Life is funded by Department of Canadian Heritage (LJI)