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Enhancement of Official Languages Program - Promotion of Linguistic Duality Component - Support for Interpretation and Translation
Support for bilingual event communication
Last Update: June 9, 2026
Funding available
$ 5,000
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Location
Canada
Overview
This program supports interpretation and translation services at public events in both official languages. It also helps increase the availability of documents in French and English, with funding of up to 50% of eligible expenses to a maximum of $5,000 per request.
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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 : 5,000 $
- Up to 50% of project cost
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- All industries
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
- 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
- Providing interpretation services at public events.
- Providing translation services.
- Making more documents available in both French and English.
Documents Needed
- Completed application form
Official resources
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Canadian not-for-profit organizations
Who is not eligible
- Individuals
- Government organizations
- Universities
- Schools and school boards
- Hospitals
- Foreign organizations
Eligible expenses
- Interpretation and translation costs
How to apply
- Step 1: Review program guidance
- Read the application guidelines.
- Consult the Frequently Asked Questions.
- Step 2: Access the portal
- Create or sign in to a Canadian Heritage Funding Portal account.
- Step 3: Complete and submit application
- Fill out the online application.
- Submit it through the Canadian Heritage Funding Portal.
- Step 4: Submit in time
- Apply at least 10 weeks before the proposed start date.
Other components of this program
Explore related funding streams and grants that belong to the same program.
- Enhancement of Official Languages Program - Promotion of Linguistic Duality Component - Appreciation and RapprochementSupports projects that promote Canada’s official languages
- Enhancement of Official Languages Program - Promotion of Linguistic Duality Component - Promotion of Bilingual ServicesSupports bilingual service delivery and best practices
- Enhancement of Official Languages Program - Second Language Learning ComponentSupport for second-language learning initiatives
- Enhancement of Official Languages Program — Second-Language Learning component — Cooperation with the Non-Governmental Sector subcomponentSupports second-language learning initiatives
Frequently Asked Questions about the Enhancement of Official Languages Program - Promotion of Linguistic Duality Component - Support for Interpretation and Translation Program
What is the Enhancement of Official Languages Program - Promotion of Linguistic Duality Component - Support for Interpretation and Translation?
This program supports interpretation and translation services at public events in both official languages. It also helps increase the availability of documents in French and English, with funding of up to 50% of eligible expenses to a maximum of $5,000 per request.
How much funding can be received?
Enhancement of Official Languages Program - Promotion of Linguistic Duality Component - Support for Interpretation and Translation Funds up to 50% of admissible expenses, capped at $5,000 per project.
Who is eligible for the Enhancement of Official Languages Program - Promotion of Linguistic Duality Component - Support for Interpretation and Translation program?
To be eligible for the Enhancement of Official Languages Program - Promotion of Linguistic Duality Component - Support for Interpretation and Translation program, you must:
Canadian not-for-profit organization
Bilingual official languages support
Interpretation or translation project
What expenses are eligible under Enhancement of Official Languages Program - Promotion of Linguistic Duality Component - Support for Interpretation and Translation?
Providing interpretation services at public events.
Providing translation services.
Making more documents available in both French and English.
Where is the Enhancement of Official Languages Program - Promotion of Linguistic Duality Component - Support for Interpretation and Translation available?
The Enhancement of Official Languages Program - Promotion of Linguistic Duality Component - Support for Interpretation and Translation program is available across Canada.
Is the Enhancement of Official Languages Program - Promotion of Linguistic Duality Component - Support for Interpretation and Translation a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Enhancement of Official Languages Program - Promotion of Linguistic Duality Component - Support for Interpretation and Translation is a Grant and Funding
Who are the financial supporters of the Enhancement of Official Languages Program - Promotion of Linguistic Duality Component - Support for Interpretation and Translation?
Enhancement of Official Languages Program - Promotion of Linguistic Duality Component - Support for Interpretation and Translation is funded by Canadian Heritage