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First responders’ mental health grants - Stream 1 : services
Funding for mental health services supporting Alberta first responders
Funding available
$ 1,500,000
Deadline
Open continuously
Opened February 3, 2026
Location
Alberta, Canada
Overview
This funding program aims to support mental health services for first responders and emergency workers at risk or living with post-traumatic stress injuries. The program offers up to $1.5 million to non-profit and public organizations operating in Alberta, focusing on developing and expanding mental health support initiatives for emergency personnel.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Develop team skills
- Increase social or community impact
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 1,500,000 $
Funds Providers
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Location
- Alberta
Legal structures
- Non-profit
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- All groups
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
- Mental Health and Crisis Intervention
Target groups
- All the groups
Revenue structures
- 100% donations / grants
Scope
- Provincial
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Developing mental health programs for emergency workers
- Providing training on trauma and resilience
- Creating educational and support resources
Documents Needed
- Application form
- Organization proof of non-profit status or public sector registration
- Project proposal description
- Budget or financial documents
Official resources
Program guide
Supporting document
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Non-profit organizations in Alberta
- Public sector organizations in Alberta
Eligible geographic areas
AlbertaSelection criteria
- Relevance of project to first responder mental health
- Feasibility and planned impact of services
- Organizational capacity to deliver services
- Alignment with program objectives
How to apply
Step 1: Prepare application documentsStep 2: Submit the PDF email to sphifr@gov.ab.ca before the deadline in May 2025Step 3: Await review and notification in early 2026
Contacts
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Frequently Asked Questions about the First responders’ mental health grants - Stream 1 : services Program
What is the First responders’ mental health grants - Stream 1 : services?
This funding program aims to support mental health services for first responders and emergency workers at risk or living with post-traumatic stress injuries. The program offers up to $1.5 million to non-profit and public organizations operating in Alberta, focusing on developing and expanding mental health support initiatives for emergency personnel.
How much funding can be received?
First responders’ mental health grants - Stream 1 : services Funds up to $1,500,000 of admissible expenses.
Who is eligible for the First responders’ mental health grants - Stream 1 : services program?
To be eligible for the First responders’ mental health grants - Stream 1 : services program, you must:
Operate in Alberta, non-profit, supports first responders
What expenses are eligible under First responders’ mental health grants - Stream 1 : services?
Developing mental health programs for emergency workers
Providing training on trauma and resilience
Creating educational and support resources
Who can I contact for more information about the First responders’ mental health grants - Stream 1 : services?
You can contact Alberta Ministry of Jobs, Economy and Trade (JETI) by email at sphifr@gov.ab.ca.
Where is the First responders’ mental health grants - Stream 1 : services available?
The First responders’ mental health grants - Stream 1 : services program is available the province of Alberta.
Is the First responders’ mental health grants - Stream 1 : services a grant, loan, or tax credit?
First responders’ mental health grants - Stream 1 : services is a Grant and Funding