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Daryl K. Seaman Canadian Hockey Grants
Supports amateur hockey and community sport initiatives
Last Update: May 15, 2026
Funding available
$ 5,000 - $ 150,000
Timeline
- Open continuously
Location
Canada
Overview
This fund supports amateur hockey and related charitable sport initiatives across Canada, with grants ranging from $5,000 to $150,000. It also supports young people’s participation in amateur sport, equal access in community sport, and other charitable purposes determined by Calgary Foundation.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Increase social or community impact
- Raise awareness or mobilize a population
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 150,000 $
- Minimum amount : 5,000 $
Timeline
- Open continuously
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
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
- Sports
Target groups
- All the groups
Revenue structures
- 100% donations / grants
Scope
- Provincial
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Amateur ice hockey initiatives across Canada
- Programs encouraging young people to learn about and play amateur sport
- Initiatives that improve equal access and participation in community-based amateur sport
- Other general charitable purposes determined by Calgary Foundation
Documents Needed
- Program guidelines review
- Discussion with the Grants Associate
- Online grant application
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Qualified donees
- Registered Canadian amateur athletic associations
- Organizations from across Canada
Who is not eligible
- Organizations without qualified donee status, unless applying in partnership with a registered charity or qualified donee
- Nonprofit societies without registered charity status, unless partnered with a registered charity or qualified donee
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Fundraising activities and fundraiser salaries
- Debt retirement and endowment building
- Elite sports activities
- Activities that do not align with Calgary Foundation’s stated values
Eligible geographic areas
- Canada
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are reviewed after submission through the Online Grant Portal.
- Decisions are announced no later than January 31.
Additional information
- The fund is administered by Calgary Foundation.
- Applicants should review the program guidelines before applying.
- A meeting with the Grants Associate is recommended before submission.
Frequently Asked Questions about the Daryl K. Seaman Canadian Hockey Grants Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the Daryl K. Seaman Canadian Hockey 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.
What is the Daryl K. Seaman Canadian Hockey Grants?
This fund supports amateur hockey and related charitable sport initiatives across Canada, with grants ranging from $5,000 to $150,000. It also supports young people’s participation in amateur sport, equal access in community sport, and other charitable purposes determined by Calgary Foundation.
How much funding can be received?
Daryl K. Seaman Canadian Hockey Grants Funds up to $150,000 of admissible expenses.
Who is eligible for the Daryl K. Seaman Canadian Hockey Grants program?
To be eligible for the Daryl K. Seaman Canadian Hockey Grants program, you must:
Qualified donee status
Project aligned with fund purpose
Amateur hockey or sport focus
What expenses are eligible under Daryl K. Seaman Canadian Hockey Grants?
Amateur ice hockey initiatives across Canada
Programs encouraging young people to learn about and play amateur sport
Initiatives that improve equal access and participation in community-based amateur sport
Other general charitable purposes determined by Calgary Foundation
Who can I contact for more information about the Daryl K. Seaman Canadian Hockey Grants?
You can contact The Calgary Foundation (CF).
Where is the Daryl K. Seaman Canadian Hockey Grants available?
The Daryl K. Seaman Canadian Hockey Grants program is available across Canada.
Is the Daryl K. Seaman Canadian Hockey Grants a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Daryl K. Seaman Canadian Hockey Grants is a Grant and Funding