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Embark Student Foundation Major Grants Program
Supports innovative student success programs and services
Last Update: March 4, 2026
Funding available
$ 500,000
Timeline
- Closing date : October 10, 2025
Location
Canada
Overview
The program provides one-time funding of up to $500,000 to eligible Canadian post-secondary institutions. It supports innovative programs or services that positively impact the student experience and student success.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Increase social or community impact
- Develop strategic partnerships
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 500,000 $
Timeline
- Closing date : October 10, 2025
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Educational services
Location
- Canada
Legal structures
- Non-profit
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- All groups
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
- Higher Education
Target groups
- All the groups
Revenue structures
- All structures
Scope
- All dimensions
Next steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Implementation of innovative programs that improve the student experience.
- Implementation of innovative services that support student success.
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Post-secondary educational institutions in Canada
Who is not eligible
- Post-secondary institutions not listed on the Master List of Designated Educational Institutions
- Organizations that are not post-secondary educational institutions
Eligible geographic areas
- Canada
Processing and Agreement
- Successful applicants will be informed of the decision by the end of November.
Additional information
- Five (5) one-time awards are available through the program.
- Successful applicants are expected to be notified by the end of November.
Frequently Asked Questions about the Embark Student Foundation Major Grants Program Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the Embark Student Foundation Major Grants Program. 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.
What is the Embark Student Foundation Major Grants Program?
The program provides one-time funding of up to $500,000 to eligible Canadian post-secondary institutions. It supports innovative programs or services that positively impact the student experience and student success.
How much funding can be received?
Embark Student Foundation Major Grants Program Funds up to $500,000 of admissible expenses.
Who is eligible for the Embark Student Foundation Major Grants Program program?
To be eligible for the Embark Student Foundation Major Grants Program program, you must:
Canadian post-secondary institution
On the designated institutions list
Innovative student-success initiative
What expenses are eligible under Embark Student Foundation Major Grants Program?
Implementation of innovative programs that improve the student experience.
Implementation of innovative services that support student success.
Where is the Embark Student Foundation Major Grants Program available?
The Embark Student Foundation Major Grants Program program is available across Canada.
Is the Embark Student Foundation Major Grants Program a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Embark Student Foundation Major Grants Program is a Grant and Funding
Who are the financial supporters of the Embark Student Foundation Major Grants Program?
Embark Student Foundation Major Grants Program is funded by Embark Student Corp.
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