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Creating Opportunity & Independence
Funding for SCI community programs and services
Last Update: May 15, 2026
Funding available
Varies by project
Timeline
- Closing date : January 31, 2022
Location
Canada
Overview
This program provides up to $200,000 in funding for nonprofit-led initiatives that support people with spinal cord injury. It supports community activities, life transitions, accessibility projects, and related services that improve quality of life.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Increase performance through digital transformation
- Increase social or community impact
- Improve governance or administrative structure
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Timeline
- Closing date : January 31, 2022
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Location
- Canada
Legal structures
- Non-profit
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- All groups
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
- Research
- Social Services
Target groups
- All the groups
Revenue structures
- 100% donations / grants
Scope
- Provincial
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Community activities for people with spinal cord injury.
- Life transition support and reintegration services.
- Accessibility projects that remove barriers to participation.
- Programs in arts, sports, education, employment, independent living, and rehabilitation.
Documents Needed
- Letter of Intent
- Full grant application
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Nonprofit organizations
- Rehabilitation facilities
Who is not eligible
- For-profit businesses
- Organizations based outside the United States and Canada
Eligible expenses
- Equipment and assistive technology
- Travel support for project delivery
- Event and program support costs
- Materials and resources for community activities
Eligible geographic areas
- United States
- Canada
Processing and Agreement
- Submit a Letter of Intent first.
- Applicants are then invited to submit a full grant application.
- Awards are announced after the review process.
Frequently Asked Questions about the Creating Opportunity & Independence Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the Creating Opportunity & Independence. 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 Creating Opportunity & Independence?
This program provides up to $200,000 in funding for nonprofit-led initiatives that support people with spinal cord injury. It supports community activities, life transitions, accessibility projects, and related services that improve quality of life.
Who is eligible for the Creating Opportunity & Independence program?
To be eligible for the Creating Opportunity & Independence program, you must:
Nonprofit organization or rehabilitation facility
Based in the United States or Canada
Serves people with spinal cord injury
What expenses are eligible under Creating Opportunity & Independence?
Community activities for people with spinal cord injury.
Life transition support and reintegration services.
Accessibility projects that remove barriers to participation.
Programs in arts, sports, education, employment, independent living, and rehabilitation.
Who can I contact for more information about the Creating Opportunity & Independence?
You can contact Craig H. Nielsen Foundation.
Where is the Creating Opportunity & Independence available?
The Creating Opportunity & Independence program is available across Canada.
Is the Creating Opportunity & Independence a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Creating Opportunity & Independence is a Grant and Funding
Who are the financial supporters of the Creating Opportunity & Independence?
Creating Opportunity & Independence is funded by Craig H. Nielsen Foundation