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Edmonton Immigrant and Refugee Communities Grant Program - Space Subsidy Grant
Last Update: March 19, 2026
Edmonton, Alberta, Canada
Subsidy for immigrant and refugee communities to rent space in Edmonton
Grant and Funding
Overview
The EIRC Space Subsidy Grant assists immigrant and refugee communities in Edmonton with the cost of renting space for their programs. Organizations with a total operating budget of $200,000 or less can receive an 80% subsidy (up to $6,000) when renting not-for-profit or public facilities, or a 60% subsidy (up to $5,000) when renting commercial space.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
Increasing community impact
Raise awareness and mobilize the public
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 6 $
- Minimum amount : 5,000 $
- Up to 80% of project cost
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
- All groups
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
- Social Services
Target groups
- All the groups
Revenue structures
- 100% donations / grants
Scope
- Local
Activities funded
- Renting space for community programs and activities
- Renting space for organizational operations
Examples of admissible projects:
$ 5,800
Leasing space to support cultural activities for newcomers
Eligibility
- Organization must have a Total Operating Budget of $200,000 or less.
- Organization or fiscal agent must be based in Edmonton.
- Organization must serve Edmontonians.
- The organization must be an immigrant or refugee community group or serve these communities.
Who is eligible?
- Immigrant community organizations
- Refugee community organizations
- Organizations serving immigrant and refugee populations in Edmonton
- Fiscal agents representing immigrant and refugee communities
Who is not eligible
- Organizations with Total Operating Budget exceeding $200,000
- Organizations not based in Edmonton
- Organizations not serving Edmontonians
Eligible expenses
- Rental costs for not-for-profit or public facilities such as community leagues, schools, or cultural halls
- Rental costs for commercial space
Eligible geographic areas
- Edmonton, Alberta
How to apply
1
Verify eligibility requirements
- Verify your organization serves immigrant and refugee communities in Edmonton
- Confirm your Total Operating Budget is $200,000 or less
- Ensure your organization or fiscal agent is based in Edmonton
2
Determine rental space type
- Determine if you will rent a not-for-profit/public facility or commercial space
- Calculate the expected rental costs for the calendar year (January to December)
- Prepare documentation of space rental quotes or agreements
3
Submit application
- Submit your Space Subsidy Grant application
- Apply before funding runs out as the program is open throughout the year
- Include all required organizational and rental documentation
Processing and Agreement
- Applications may take 2-4 weeks to process.
- Applications are reviewed for eligibility and alignment with program objectives.
- Funding is not guaranteed and is subject to availability.
- Applicants will be notified of the decision.
Additional information
- The space subsidy is based on a calendar year from January to December.
- Applications are accepted throughout the year until funding is depleted.
- The program specifically supports immigrant and refugee communities in Edmonton.
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