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Funding for Sport Groups

Q: What is the deadline to apply?

The program is accepting continuous intake

Q: Who is eligible for the Funding for Sport Groups program?

To be eligible for the Funding for Sport Groups program, you must: PSOs or MSOs on the eligibility list. Athlete members in good standing. Training in Saskatchewan, with exceptions.

Q: What expenses are eligible under Funding for Sport Groups?

Sign language interpreter services and assistive technology. Facility rental, insurance, communications, and marketing. Coaching, officiating, and education related to deaf and hard of hearing sport. Competition and training costs such as entry fees, travel, accommodations, and training camp expenses.

Q: Where is the Funding for Sport Groups available?

The Funding for Sport Groups program is available the province of Saskatchewan.

Q: Is the Funding for Sport Groups a grant, loan, or tax credit?

Funding for Sport Groups is a Grant and Funding

Q: Who are the financial supporters of the Funding for Sport Groups?

Funding for Sport Groups is funded by Sask Sport Inc.

Support for deaf and hard of hearing sport

Offered by

Sask Sport Inc.

Official source: sasksport.ca

Source change captured September 19, 2026

Funding available: Varies by project
Deadline: Open continuously
Location: Saskatchewan, Canada
Who can apply: Provincial Sport Organizations.; See full eligibility

Overview

This program provides financial assistance for sport programming and athlete support for Saskatchewan’s deaf and hard of hearing community. Funding is available up to $5,000 per initiative for accessibility projects and up to $2,000 per athlete per year for athlete assistance.

At a glance

Funding available

Varies by project

Financing goals

Increase social or community impact
Improve governance or administrative structure
Develop strategic partnerships
Develop workforce skills
Train or support volunteers
Raise awareness or mobilize a population

Eligible candidates

Location: Saskatchewan
Eligible Industries: All industries
Annual revenue: All revenue ranges
Organisation size: All organization sizes
Audience: All groups
Legal structures: Non-profit

Non-profit candidates

Sector of operation: Sports
Revenue structures: 100% donations / grants, Mixed revenue (<50% earned)
Scope: Regional, Provincial, National, International

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Availability timeline

2026

Periods: 1

Latest changes

September 19, 2026

Grant application form navigation updated

The Deaf and Hard of Hearing grant application forms now show clearer navigation and submit controls in the application flow.

The Deaf and Hard of Hearing Sport Accessibility Grant Application Form and the Deaf and Hard of Hearing Athlete Assistance Grant Application Form now use updated navigation labels in the submission workflow. The forms changed from showing only the send-link action to showing Next before that action, and the declaration step now shows Previous Submit, clarifying how applicants move through and submit the form. No eligibility, timeline, funding, scope, or contact details changed on the updated forms.

Official source: sasksport.ca

September 19, 2026

Eligibility

Who is eligible?

Provincial Sport Organizations.
Multi-Sport Organizations.
Local clubs or community organizations through their PSO.
Deaf and hard of hearing athletes through a PSO or MSO application.

Who is not eligible

Local clubs or community organizations cannot apply directly for the sport accessibility stream.
Athletes cannot apply directly for the athlete assistance stream.

Eligible expenses

Sign language interpreter services and assistive technology.
Facility rental, insurance, communications, and marketing.
Coaching, officiating, and education related to deaf and hard of hearing sport.
Competition and training costs such as entry fees, travel, accommodations, and training camp expenses.

Ineligible Costs and Activities

Construction, renovations, upgrades, maintenance, or operating costs of facilities.
Off-continent travel, cash prizes, alcohol, and food expenses.
Debt repayment, living expenses, tuition, and repayment of money owed to the Trust Fund.
Costs already covered by another grant or funding source.
Other expenses deemed inappropriate by the Trust Fund.

Eligible geographic areas

Saskatchewan

Activities funded

Sport programming for Saskatchewan’s deaf and hard of hearing community.
Athlete training and competition support for deaf and hard of hearing athletes.
Accessible sport development delivered through PSOs, MSOs, and community sport organizations.

How to apply

Step 1: Prepare the application
- Complete the relevant application form for the accessibility or athlete assistance stream.
- Prepare the required budget or list of projected expenses.
Step 2: Obtain endorsement
- Local clubs or community organizations submit accessibility applications to their PSO for endorsement.
- Athletes submit athlete assistance applications to their PSO or MSO for approval.
Step 3: Submit to Sask Lotteries Trust Fund
- The PSO or MSO reviews, signs, and submits the application to the Trust Fund.
Step 4: Complete follow-up
- After the grant period, submit the required follow-up report and financial receipts through the PSO or MSO.

Documents Needed

Completed application form.
Signed application from the relevant PSO, MSO, or local club/community organization.
Detailed budget or list of projected expenses.

Selection criteria

Athlete assistance funding is based on the level and location of the competition or training opportunity.
Athlete assistance funding is also based on how the money will be used.
Approved amounts may vary depending on the number of applications received and available funding.

Processing and Agreement

Applications are reviewed by the Adaptive Sport Advisory Committee.
The committee provides recommendations to the Sport Funding Committee.
Applicants are notified approximately 8 to 12 weeks after the deadline.
If approved, payment is issued after the signed terms and conditions agreement is received.
The PSO or MSO forwards the funds to the athlete or local organization and follow-up documents are required later.

Additional information

Partnerships or joint venture applications are encouraged.
Recipients must recognize Sask Lotteries in communications and promotional materials.
Approved applicants must sign an agreement confirming their commitment to the conditions.
Follow-up submissions require supporting financial documentation.

Official sources

Funding and Grants

Frequently Asked Questions about the Funding for Sport Groups Program

What is the Funding for Sport Groups?

What is the deadline to apply?

The program is accepting continuous intake

Who is eligible for the Funding for Sport Groups program?

To be eligible for the Funding for Sport Groups program, you must: PSOs or MSOs on the eligibility list. Athlete members in good standing. Training in Saskatchewan, with exceptions.

What expenses are eligible under Funding for Sport Groups?

Sign language interpreter services and assistive technology. Facility rental, insurance, communications, and marketing. Coaching, officiating, and education related to deaf and hard of hearing sport. Competition and training costs such as entry fees, travel, accommodations, and training camp expenses.

Where is the Funding for Sport Groups available?

The Funding for Sport Groups program is available the province of Saskatchewan.

Is the Funding for Sport Groups a grant, loan, or tax credit?