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Edmonton Immigrant and Refugee Communities Grant Program - Seed Grant
Funding for short-term community projects in Edmonton
Last Update: June 4, 2026
Funding available
$ 4,000
Timeline
- Open Date : February 3, 2026
Location
Edmonton, Alberta, Canada
Overview
This program provides up to $4,000 for short-term, one-off projects that help ethnocultural community groups identify community needs and test new approaches. It supports immigrant and refugee communities in Edmonton through community-based initiatives.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Develop strategic partnerships
- Develop a new program or service
- Increase social or community impact
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 4,000 $
Timeline
- Open Date : February 3, 2026
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Location
- Edmonton
- Alberta
Legal structures
- Non-profit
Annual revenue
- $ 200,000 maximum revenue
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Newcomers to Canada
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
- Social Services
- Diversity and Inclusion
Target groups
- New immigrants & refugees
- Minority groups
Revenue structures
- All structures
Scope
- Local
- Municipal
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Short-term community projects and one-off programs.
- Initiatives that identify community needs and test new approaches.
- Projects that build belonging, connection, and participation for immigrant and refugee communities.
Documents Needed
- Project budget form
- Most recent audited year-end financial statements
- Or most recent internally generated financial statements signed by two board members
- Bank reconciliation and bank statement at fiscal year-end, if using internally generated statements
- Fiscal agent financial documents, if applicable
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Registered non-profit organizations
- Grassroots groups with a fiscal agent
- Ethnocultural community collectives and organizations
Who is not eligible
- Individual applicants
- Festivals and stand-alone events
Eligible expenses
- Staffing costs, honorariums, materials and supplies.
- Food, printing, communications, training, travel within Edmonton, and evaluation.
- Administrative costs and fees up to 10% of total project costs.
- Longer-term lease payments, for the Space Subsidy stream only.
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Fundraising costs and application preparation time.
- Capital upgrades, renovations, and construction.
- Debt reduction, loan interest, and financing charges.
- Direct government lobbying or partisan political activities.
- Festivals and stand-alone events.
Eligible geographic areas
- Edmonton
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are reviewed after submission for eligibility and program fit.
- Applications are assessed against program criteria, principles, and expected outcomes.
- The City may request additional information or clarification.
- Applicants receive written funding decisions.
- Approved applicants must sign a funding agreement or funding letter before payment.
Additional information
- One-time funding is available.
- Applicants approved for funding must sign a funding agreement or funding letter with the City.
- Successful applicants must submit a final report through the Community Investment Portal.
- Applicants may be contacted for clarification during review.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Edmonton Immigrant and Refugee Communities Grant Program - Seed Grant Program
What is the Edmonton Immigrant and Refugee Communities Grant Program - Seed Grant?
This program provides up to $4,000 for short-term, one-off projects that help ethnocultural community groups identify community needs and test new approaches. It supports immigrant and refugee communities in Edmonton through community-based initiatives.
How much funding can be received?
Edmonton Immigrant and Refugee Communities Grant Program - Seed Grant Funds up to $4,000 of admissible expenses.
Who is eligible for the Edmonton Immigrant and Refugee Communities Grant Program - Seed Grant program?
To be eligible for the Edmonton Immigrant and Refugee Communities Grant Program - Seed Grant program, you must:
Based in Edmonton
Operating budget of $200,000 or less
Non-profit or grassroots group with fiscal agent
What expenses are eligible under Edmonton Immigrant and Refugee Communities Grant Program - Seed Grant?
Short-term community projects and one-off programs.
Initiatives that identify community needs and test new approaches.
Projects that build belonging, connection, and participation for immigrant and refugee communities.
Who can I contact for more information about the Edmonton Immigrant and Refugee Communities Grant Program - Seed Grant?
You can contact City of Edmonton by email at grants@edmonton.ca or by phone at 780-496-4933.
Where is the Edmonton Immigrant and Refugee Communities Grant Program - Seed Grant available?
The Edmonton Immigrant and Refugee Communities Grant Program - Seed Grant program is available the province of Alberta.
Is the Edmonton Immigrant and Refugee Communities Grant Program - Seed Grant a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Edmonton Immigrant and Refugee Communities Grant Program - Seed Grant is a Grant and Funding