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Global Citizenship Education Program
Support for global citizenship education initiatives
Last Update: April 27, 2026
Funding available
$ 15,000 - $ 45,000
Timeline
- Closing date : September 18, 2017
Location
Montréal, Quebec, Canada
Overview
This program supports organizations working in global citizenship education in Quebec. It funds global mission support and one-time projects that raise public awareness of the SDGs, international solidarity, and equality between women and men.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Develop strategic partnerships
- Increase social or community impact
- Enhance an existing program
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 45,000 $
- Minimum amount : 15,000 $
- Up to 75% of project cost
Timeline
- Closing date : September 18, 2017
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Educational services
- Other services (except public administration)
- Public administration
Location
- Montréal
- Quebec
Legal structures
- Non-profit
Annual revenue
- $ 1,500,000 maximum revenue
Organisation size
- 12 employees maximum
Audience
- All groups
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
- Other Education
- Civic and Advocacy Organizations
- International Activities
- Children and Youth Organizations
- Diversity and Inclusion
Target groups
- General public
- Children & youth
- Young adults
- Community leaders
Revenue structures
- 100% donations / grants
Scope
- Regional
- Provincial
- International
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- One-time global citizenship education projects in Quebec
- Awareness, engagement, or mobilization activities on the SDGs and international solidarity
- Projects aiming to reach new audiences or test new approaches
- Activities that integrate gender equality and sustainable development principles
Documents Needed
- Application form
- Organization's triennial program or project logic model
- Board resolution approving the request
- Recent activity and financial reports
- Bylaws or incorporation documents, if not already on file
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Non-profit international cooperation organizations
- AQOCI regular members
- Quebec-based organizations working in international solidarity
Who is not eligible
- For-profit businesses
- Organizations focused mainly on fundraising or sponsorships
- Organizations without a legal existence of at least two years
- Organizations whose main mission is not aligned with international solidarity and cooperation
Eligible expenses
- Project delivery, operation, and follow-up costs
- Labor and travel costs related to the project
- Rental or service costs needed for the project
- Communication and information dissemination costs directly tied to the project
- Administration costs up to 15%
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Costs incurred before funding is confirmed
- Regular operating costs or recurring activities
- Capital assets, land, buildings, and vehicles
- Expenses incurred outside Quebec
- Activities focused mainly on fundraising, sponsorships, or creating a foundation
Eligible geographic areas
- Quebec
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are reviewed by a selection committee made up of MRIF, AQOCI, and external representatives.
- The committee ranks applications and recommends the funding amount based on program fit.
- Best-ranked applications are approved until the available budget is exhausted.
- Applicants receive a response letter after the approval process.
- Successful applicants sign a subsidy agreement setting out payment terms and reporting obligations.
Additional information
- Applications that do not meet the program standards are returned without being reviewed by the selection committee.
- For the project stream, a follow-up and evaluation questionnaire must be completed at mid-term and at the end of the project.
- For the global mission stream, annual reporting is required as part of funding accountability.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Global Citizenship Education Program Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the Global Citizenship Education 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.
What is the Global Citizenship Education Program?
This program supports organizations working in global citizenship education in Quebec. It funds global mission support and one-time projects that raise public awareness of the SDGs, international solidarity, and equality between women and men.
How much funding can be received?
Global Citizenship Education Program Funds up to 75% of admissible expenses, capped at $45,000 per project.
Who is eligible for the Global Citizenship Education Program program?
To be eligible for the Global Citizenship Education Program program, you must:
Non-profit organization
Based in Quebec
Active in international solidarity
What expenses are eligible under Global Citizenship Education Program?
One-time global citizenship education projects in Quebec
Awareness, engagement, or mobilization activities on the SDGs and international solidarity
Projects aiming to reach new audiences or test new approaches
Activities that integrate gender equality and sustainable development principles
Who can I contact for more information about the Global Citizenship Education Program?
You can contact International Relations and la Francophonie by email at depot-PECM@mri.gouv.qc.ca or by phone at 418 649-2400.
Where is the Global Citizenship Education Program available?
The Global Citizenship Education Program program is available Montréal, Quebec.
Is the Global Citizenship Education Program a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Global Citizenship Education Program is a Partnering and Collaboration