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Edmonton Immigrant and Refugee Communities Grant Program - Space Subsidy Grant
Space rental support for immigrant communities
Funding available
$ 4,000
Deadline
June 30, 2026
Opened February 3, 2026
Location
Edmonton, Alberta, Canada
Overview
The Edmonton Immigrant and Refugee Community Space Subsidy supports immigrant and refugee communities in Edmonton with space rental costs, with maximum requests up to $4,000 and a $100,000 budget allocation. Eligible use covers rented space for programs and/or organizations, and requests must explain the need and the link to EIRC Grant priorities.
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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 : 4,000 $
Funds Providers
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Location
- Edmonton
- Alberta
Legal structures
- Non-profit
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- All groups
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
- Social Services
Target groups
- All the groups
Revenue structures
- 100% donations / grants
Scope
- Local
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Renting space for immigrant and refugee community programs or organizational activities
Documents Needed
- Project budget form
- Most recent audited year-end financial statements
- Most recent internally generated financial statements
- Bank reconciliation and bank statement at fiscal year-end, if using internally generated statements
- Fiscal agent financial documents, if applicable
Official resources
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Registered non-profit organizations
- Grassroots or collective groups with a fiscal agent
Who is not eligible
- Individual applicants
- Festivals and stand-alone events
Eligible expenses
- Space rental or lease costs for programs or organizational activities
- Longer-term lease payments, up to 12 months
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Festivals and stand-alone events
- Capital upgrades, renovations, and construction
- Debt reduction and loan interest
- Political lobbying or partisan activities
- Costs incurred before the application is received
Eligible geographic areas
- Edmonton
Selection criteria
- Requests must include a justification showing why the organization needs the subsidy and how the space-related project or activities contribute to the City of Edmonton’s EIRC Grant priorities.
- Organizations that have received the grant for three or more years and cannot provide a justification for needing the funding will not be prioritized.
How to apply
- Step 1: Prepare the application
- Complete the online application form.
- Prepare the project budget form and financial statements.
- Include fiscal agent documents if applicable.
- Step 2: Submit the application
- Submit the application through the City of Edmonton online portal.
- Make sure all required documents are attached before submitting.
- Step 3: Await review and decision
- The City reviews eligible applications.
- Applicants are notified of the funding decision in writing.
- Step 4: Complete funding agreement if approved
- Sign the funding agreement or funding letter before funds are provided.
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are first checked for eligibility.
- Eligible applications are assessed against program criteria, principles, and expected results.
- The City may contact applicants for clarification or more information.
- Applicants receive a written funding decision.
- Approved applicants must sign a funding agreement or funding letter before funding is released.
Additional information
- The intake is open until funding runs out.
- Late or incomplete submissions are not accepted.
- Applicants approved for funding must sign a funding agreement or funding letter before payment is issued.
- A final report is required after project completion.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Edmonton Immigrant and Refugee Communities Grant Program - Space Subsidy Grant Program
What is the Edmonton Immigrant and Refugee Communities Grant Program - Space Subsidy Grant?
The Edmonton Immigrant and Refugee Community Space Subsidy supports immigrant and refugee communities in Edmonton with space rental costs, with maximum requests up to $4,000 and a $100,000 budget allocation. Eligible use covers rented space for programs and/or organizations, and requests must explain the need and the link to EIRC Grant priorities.
How much funding can be received?
Edmonton Immigrant and Refugee Communities Grant Program - Space Subsidy Grant Funds up to $4,000 of admissible expenses.
What is the deadline to apply?
The application deadline for this grant program was June 30, 2026.
Who is eligible for the Edmonton Immigrant and Refugee Communities Grant Program - Space Subsidy Grant program?
To be eligible for the Edmonton Immigrant and Refugee Communities Grant Program - Space Subsidy 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 - Space Subsidy Grant?
Renting space for immigrant and refugee community programs or organizational activities
Who can I contact for more information about the Edmonton Immigrant and Refugee Communities Grant Program - Space Subsidy 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 - Space Subsidy Grant available?
The Edmonton Immigrant and Refugee Communities Grant Program - Space Subsidy Grant program is available the province of Alberta.