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Global Programmes - Social Entrepreneurship

Q: Who is eligible for the Global Programmes - Social Entrepreneurship program?

To be eligible for the Global Programmes - Social Entrepreneurship program, you must: Social entrepreneurship focus Social or environmental impact

Q: Where is the Global Programmes - Social Entrepreneurship available?

The Global Programmes - Social Entrepreneurship program is available across Canada.

Q: Is the Global Programmes - Social Entrepreneurship a grant, loan, or tax credit?

Global Programmes - Social Entrepreneurship is a Grant and Funding

Q: Who are the financial supporters of the Global Programmes - Social Entrepreneurship?

Global Programmes - Social Entrepreneurship is funded by Swiss Re Foundation

Last Update: February 4, 2026

Canada

Support for innovative social and environmental solutions

Grant and Funding

Processing And Agreement

Other info

At a glance

Funding available

Financing goals

Increasing community impact

Develop strategic partnerships

Reduce the ecological footprint

Eligible Funding

No Condition

Timeline

Unspecified

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 program supports social entrepreneurs developing innovative solutions to critical social and environmental issues. The maximum funding amount is not specified, and eligible activities are not detailed in the available information.

Activities funded

Initiatives that develop innovative solutions to critical social issues.
Initiatives that develop innovative solutions to critical environmental issues.

Examples of admissible projects:

$ 45,000

Scale a surplus-food rescue program into community meals production

$ 48,000

Launch a circular electronics repair service with measurable e-waste reduction

Documents Needed

Eligibility

The project must propose innovative solutions to critical social and/or environmental issues.
The application must align with the funder’s focus on social entrepreneurship.

Who is eligible?

Social entrepreneurs

Ineligible Costs and Activities

How to apply

Step 1: Access the application process

For Global Programmes, use the online application process available on the funder website.

Step 2: Complete and submit the application

Complete the online application as instructed on the funder website.
Submit the application through the funder’s online process.

Processing and Agreement

The funder provides an update within 8–12 weeks on whether the project is a finalist for submission to the Board of Trustees.
Final funding decisions are made by the Board of Trustees.
The Board of Trustees reviews and decides on applications four times per year.

Additional information

Applicants are typically informed within 8–12 weeks whether their project is a finalist for submission to the Board of Trustees.
The Board of Trustees makes decisions on project applications four times per year.

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Frequently Asked Questions about the Global Programmes - Social Entrepreneurship Program

Here are answers to the most common questions about the Global Programmes - Social Entrepreneurship. 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.