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Ethnocultural Support Program

Q: How much funding can be received?

Ethnocultural Support Program Funds up to $1,000 of admissible expenses.

Q: Who is eligible for the Ethnocultural Support Program program?

To be eligible for the Ethnocultural Support Program program, you must: Ethnocultural community groups in Saint John, non-profit, shared cultural characteristics.

Q: Where is the Ethnocultural Support Program available?

The Ethnocultural Support Program program is available across Canada.

Q: Is the Ethnocultural Support Program a grant, loan, or tax credit?

Ethnocultural Support Program is a Grant and Funding

Q: Who are the financial supporters of the Ethnocultural Support Program?

Ethnocultural Support Program is funded by City of Saint John

Last Update: March 4, 2026

Canada

Financial support for ethnocultural groups in Saint John to promote diversity and inclusion.

Grant and Funding

Processing And Agreement

Other info

Overview

This program provides financial support to ethnocultural community groups in Saint John, offering small grants for organizational establishment or awareness activities. It helps promote cultural diversity and inclusion by funding community events, outreach initiatives, and organizational development activities.

At a glance

Funding available

Financing goals

Increasing community impact

Strengthening governance

Develop an online presence

Eligible Funding

Maximum amount : 1,000 $

Timeline

Closing date : August 31, 2026

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

Culture and Arts

Target groups

All the groups

Revenue structures

100% donations / grants

Scope

Local

Activities funded

Organizing cultural events and festivals.
Promoting ethnocultural awareness and community engagement.
Developing organizational capacity and outreach programs.

Examples of admissible projects:

$ 800

Creating a cultural heritage center to promote multicultural understanding

$ 900

Providing language learning and integration services for immigrants

Documents Needed

Application form, proof of organization registration, and a description of the proposed activity or project.

Eligibility

The organization must be an ethnocultural community group based in Saint John.
The organization must be independent and non-profit.
The organization must demonstrate a shared cultural characteristic of its members, such as country of origin or ancestry.

Who is eligible?

Ethnocultural community groups based in Saint John.
Non-profit organizations representing shared cultural characteristics.

Eligible expenses

Funds may be used for activities that promote ethnocultural awareness and establishment, such as community events, promotion, or organizational development.

Eligible geographic areas

Saint John, New Brunswick

Selection criteria

Alignment of activities with program objectives.
Community impact potential.
Organization's capacity to manage project activities.

How to apply

Step 1: Prepare your application and gather required documents.Step 2: Submit your application online or to the designated address within the application period.Step 3: Await review and confirmation of your application status.Step 4: If approved, sign the funding agreement and commence project activities.

Processing and Agreement

Applications are reviewed on an ongoing basis, and applicants will be notified of approval or denial as reviews are completed.
Funding agreements are formalized upon approval, and recipients must adhere to the specified use of funds.
Recipients may be required to submit progress or final reports demonstrating how funds were utilized and the outcomes achieved.

Additional information

Applicants can apply at any time between 1 January and 30 September each year. The program operates on a 'first come, first served' basis, and applications are reviewed continuously throughout the year.

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Frequently Asked Questions about the Ethnocultural Support Program Program

Here are answers to the most common questions about the Ethnocultural Support 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.