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Equitable Access to Reading Program

Q: How much funding can be received?

There is no informations about how much funding can be received.

Q: What is the deadline to apply?

The deadline to apply is not specified.

Q: Is the Equitable Access to Reading Program a grant, loan, or tax credit?

Equitable Access to Reading Program is a Grant and Funding

Q: Who are the financial supporters of the Equitable Access to Reading Program?

Equitable Access to Reading Program is funded by Employment and Social Development Canada (ESDC)

Q: Who is eligible for the Equitable Access to Reading Program program?

Eligibility criteria are not specified.

Q: Who can I contact for more information about the Equitable Access to Reading Program?

You can contact Employment and Social Development Canada (ESDC) by email at EDSC.PAEL-EARP.ESDC@servicecanada.gc.ca.

Q: Where is the Equitable Access to Reading Program available?

The Equitable Access to Reading Program program is available across Canada.

Last Update: February 4, 2026

Canada

Supports production of accessible reading materials for print disabilities

Grant and Funding

Employment and Social Development Canada

Processing And Agreement

Contact

At a glance

Funding available

Financing goals

Integrate new technologies

Increasing community impact

Eligible Funding

No Condition

Timeline

Closing date : June 19, 2024

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

All industries

Target groups

All the groups

Revenue structures

All structures

Scope

All dimensions

Overview

This funding opportunity offers a total budget of up to $18 million to support initiatives that produce alternative reading formats for individuals with print disabilities. The program promotes the creation of accessible materials in various formats and languages, including Indigenous languages, tailored to meet the needs of rural, remote, and northern communities. It encourages projects that deliver multiple types of accessible reading resources in digital and physical form, fostering inclusive literacy and educational opportunities.

Activities funded

Developing inclusive reading materials in various formats and languages.
Producing digital and hard copy resources for persons with print disabilities.
Creating culturally relevant materials in Indigenous languages.
Expanding access in rural and northern regions through tailored projects.

Examples of admissible projects:

$ 1,800,000

Creating digital libraries of alternate reading formats for diverse communities

Eligibility

Who is eligible?

Organizations located and operating in Canada with a focus on literacy, accessibility, or cultural promotion.

Who is not eligible

Organizations operating outside Canada.

Ineligible Costs and Activities

Eligible geographic areas

Canada

Selection criteria

Innovation and inclusivity of the project design.
Feasibility and clarity of the implementation plan.
Potential impact on access to reading materials.
Alignment with strategic priorities, including linguistic diversity and remote outreach.

How to apply

Step 1: Download application form from the designated website or portal.Step 2: Complete the application form including project details and budget.Step 3: Submit the completed application via email or through the online portal before the deadline.Step 4: Await confirmation and review process, which may include an interview or additional documentation.

Processing and Agreement

Contacts

EDSC.PAEL-EARP.ESDC@servicecanada.gc.ca

Canada

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Frequently Asked Questions about the Equitable Access to Reading Program Program

Here are answers to the most common questions about the Equitable Access to Reading 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.