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Discretionary Grants
Support for community events and projects
Last Update: May 15, 2026
Funding available
$ 20,000
Timeline
- Closing date : September 30, 2026
Location
Manitoba, Canada
Overview
This program provides financial assistance and fee waivers for eligible organizations. It supports events and projects that improve residents’ quality of life and may fund activities in sports, seniors and youth, special events, arts, culture, heritage, and economic development.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Increase social or community impact
- Improve governance or administrative structure
- Conduct research and development activities
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 20,000 $
Timeline
- Closing date : September 30, 2026
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Location
- Manitoba
Legal structures
- Non-profit
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- All groups
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
- Business Associations
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 events and projects.
- Activities related to sports, seniors and youth.
- Special events in arts, culture and heritage.
- Initiatives supporting economic development.
Documents Needed
- Completed Discretionary Grant Application Form
- Organization structure information
- Any supporting information requested in the policy
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Registered businesses.
- Not-for-profit corporations.
Who is not eligible
- Facility or hall rental applicants using this program instead of the hall rental process.
Eligible expenses
- Financial assistance for eligible events and projects.
- Fee waivers related to eligible applications.
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Hall or facility rental applications.
Eligible geographic areas
- West Nipissing, Ontario
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are reviewed by Council during regular meetings.
- The process is discretionary and approval is not guaranteed.
- The amount requested may not be awarded in full.
- Incomplete applications are returned for resubmission.
Additional information
- Applications are reviewed by Council on a discretionary basis.
- Incomplete applications will be returned for resubmission.
- Requests over $5,000 have additional financial reporting requirements.
- Applications are ideally submitted between June 1 and October 1.
Frequently Asked Questions about the Discretionary Grants Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the Discretionary 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 Discretionary Grants?
This program provides financial assistance and fee waivers for eligible organizations. It supports events and projects that improve residents’ quality of life and may fund activities in sports, seniors and youth, special events, arts, culture, heritage, and economic development.
How much funding can be received?
Discretionary Grants Funds up to $20,000 of admissible expenses.
Who is eligible for the Discretionary Grants program?
To be eligible for the Discretionary Grants program, you must:
Registered business or nonprofit corporation
Project aligned with Council goals
Clear organizational structure
What expenses are eligible under Discretionary Grants?
Community events and projects.
Activities related to sports, seniors and youth.
Special events in arts, culture and heritage.
Initiatives supporting economic development.
Who can I contact for more information about the Discretionary Grants?
You can contact The Manitoba Law Foundation.
Where is the Discretionary Grants available?
The Discretionary Grants program is available the province of Manitoba.
Is the Discretionary Grants a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Discretionary Grants is a Grant and Funding