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Embark Student Foundation Major Grants Program

Q: How much funding can be received?

Embark Student Foundation Major Grants Program Funds up to $500,000 of admissible expenses.

Q: 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

Q: Where is the Embark Student Foundation Major Grants Program available?

The Embark Student Foundation Major Grants Program program is available across Canada.

Q: 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

Q: 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.

Last Update: March 4, 2026

Canada

Supports innovative student success programs and services

Grant and Funding

Processing And Agreement

Other info

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.

At a glance

Funding available

Financing goals

Increasing 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

Activities funded

Implementation of innovative programs that improve the student experience.
Implementation of innovative services that support student success.

Examples of admissible projects:

$ 495,000

Launch an integrated early-alert platform with advising and peer supports

$ 499,000

Build employer-designed micro-credentials with paid supports and modern training labs

Eligibility

Applicant must be a post-secondary educational institution in Canada.
The institution must be listed on the Master List of Designated Educational Institutions.
The proposed initiative must be an innovative program or service that positively impacts the student experience and student success.

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.

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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.