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Durham Region Para Sport and Recreation Funds

Q: How much funding can be received?

Durham Region Para Sport and Recreation Funds Funds up to $3,000 of admissible expenses.

Q: Who is eligible for the Durham Region Para Sport and Recreation Funds program?

To be eligible for the Durham Region Para Sport and Recreation Funds program, you must: Durham Region-based organization Supports Durham Region residents Focus on para sport and recreation

Q: Who can I contact for more information about the Durham Region Para Sport and Recreation Funds?

You can contact Durham Community Foundation (DCF).

Q: Where is the Durham Region Para Sport and Recreation Funds available?

The Durham Region Para Sport and Recreation Funds program is available the province of Ontario.

Q: Is the Durham Region Para Sport and Recreation Funds a grant, loan, or tax credit?

Durham Region Para Sport and Recreation Funds is a Grant and Funding

Last Update: February 3, 2026

Ontario, Canada

Supports parasport programs, equipment, infrastructure, and events

Grant and Funding

Durham Community Foundation

Processing And Agreement

Other info

Overview

The program provides up to $3,000 per organization per year to support parasport and para recreation initiatives in Durham Region. Eligible activities include programs, equipment, infrastructure, events or competitions, and other projects such as research.

At a glance

Funding available

Financing goals

Increasing community impact

Research and experimental development

Conduct research

Eligible Funding

Maximum amount : 3,000 $

Timeline

Closing date : August 8, 2025

Eligible candidates

Eligible Industries

Arts, entertainment and recreation

Location

Ontario

Legal structures

Non-profit

Annual revenue

All revenue ranges

Organisation size

All organization sizes

Audience

All groups

Non-profit candidates

Sector of operation

All industries

Target groups

People with disabilities

Revenue structures

All structures

Scope

Regional

Activities funded

Delivering para sport and recreation programs
Undertaking para sport and recreation equipment initiatives
Implementing para sport and recreation infrastructure projects
Hosting a parasport event or competition
Carrying out other related projects (e.g., research)

Examples of admissible projects:

$ 2,950

Run an eight-week seated volleyball program with adaptive equipment

$ 3,000

Stage a para sport try-it day with wheelchair basketball and boccia

Eligibility

The applicant must be a Durham Region-based organization.
The project must support residents of Durham Region.
The initiative must aim to grow para sport and recreation opportunities and participation.
The request must relate to parasport activities, programs, equipment, and/or events offered within the Regional Municipality of Durham.

Who is eligible?

Durham Region-based organizations supporting residents of Durham Region

Eligible expenses

Costs related to para sport and recreation programs
Purchase of para sport and recreation equipment
Costs related to para sport and recreation infrastructure
Costs related to a parasport event or competition
Other project-related costs (e.g., research project)

Eligible geographic areas

The Regional Municipality of Durham (Durham Region), Ontario

Processing and Agreement

For the Durham Region Para Sport & Recreation Opportunities Fund, recipients will be notified in November.

Additional information

Established as a legacy of hosting the Durham Region 2023 Ontario Parasport Games.
The Region of Durham partnered with the Durham Community Foundation to create two separate funds (Opportunities Fund and Legacy Fund).
For the Opportunities Fund, recipients will be notified in November.

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Frequently Asked Questions about the Durham Region Para Sport and Recreation Funds Program

Here are answers to the most common questions about the Durham Region Para Sport and Recreation Funds. 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.