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Early Child Development
Last Update: February 4, 2026
QC, Canada
Supports initiatives to promote early childhood development and education
Grant and Funding
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
Increasing community impact
Develop strategic partnerships
Raise awareness and mobilize the public
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Eligible Funding
- No Condition
Timeline
- Unspecified
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Location
- Quebec
Legal structures
- Non-profit
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- All groups
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
- Research
Target groups
- All the groups
Revenue structures
- 100% donations / grants
Scope
- All dimensions
Overview
This initiative offers support to innovative community-based projects and policy approaches aimed at enhancing early childhood development in Canada. Funding is aimed at fostering high-quality early childhood education, with financial support available to eligible projects that prioritize knowledge development and effective implementation. The focus is on creating healthy, supportive environments for young children and their families through innovative solutions that can be scaled or replicated.
Activities funded
Examples of admissible projects:
Creating a community early childhood education program to support families
Launching mobile early childhood education units to reach underserved neighborhoods
How to apply
Step 1: Review eligibility criteria and prepare project proposal.Step 2: Register or login to the application portal.Step 3: Complete the application form and upload necessary documents.Step 4: Submit the application before the deadline.Step 5: Await review and decision notification.
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