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Grand Challenges Canada
Innovation funding for health and social impact
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Latest source updateLast Update: September 21, 2026Latest change: Grand Challenges Canada’s Nexa Lighthouse page now describes a new climate and health initiative for Asia and the Pacific and says the first funding call opens in October 2026.View change
Latest source update
Last Update: September 21, 2026
Latest change: Grand Challenges Canada’s Nexa Lighthouse page now describes a new climate and health initiative for Asia and the Pacific and says the first funding call opens in October 2026.
Nexa Lighthouse funding call announced
The Nexa Lighthouse source now outlines a new grant-specific initiative focused on climate-related health risks in Asia and the Pacific, including mosquito-borne disease, extreme heat, and poor air quality. It also says the first funding call opens in October 2026 and that the initiative will provide catalytic funding for growth-stage, locally led innovations that strengthen health-system adaptation, resilience, impact, and scale. The page also names a funder contact for organizations interested in joining the consortium: climate@grandchallenges.ca.
Funding available
$ 300,000 - $ 1,500,000
Deadline
Unspecified
Location
Canada
Overview
Grand Challenges Canada funds innovative solutions that save and improve lives in low- and middle-income countries and Canada. It supports proof of concept and transition-to-scale innovations, including products, services, and business models that can improve health and social outcomes.
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At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Increase social or community impact
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 1,500,000 $
- Minimum amount : 300,000 $
Funds Providers
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Location
- Canada
Legal structures
- Non-profit
- For-profit business
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Youth (<40)
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
- Primary and Secondary Education
- Other Education
- Research
- Mental Health and Crisis Intervention
- Social Services
- Economic, Social and Community Development
- International Activities
- Children and Youth Organizations
- Diversity and Inclusion
Target groups
- Children & youth
- Young adults
- New immigrants & refugees
- Women & girls
- Community leaders
- Low-income individuals / families
- Minority groups
Revenue structures
- All structures
Scope
- National
- International
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Availability timeline
2026
Periods: 3
Activities funded
- Transition to Scale innovations
Official resources
Eligibility
Eligible geographic areas
- Low- and middle-income countries and Canada
How to apply
- Go to gcc.fluxx.io.
- Create a Fluxx account if you have never applied before, or log in with your existing username and password if you have one.
- Complete the registration form, verify your account by email, and set your password.
- Click START NEW APPLICATION, complete the form, save your work, and return later from Drafts if needed.
- When the application is complete, click Save and then Submit through Fluxx.
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are reviewed according to the timeline outlined in the relevant Request for Proposals.
- Once a submission is successfully completed, a confirmation email is sent to the Project Lead within 24-48 hours.
- Application status can be checked in Submitted / Présenté after submission.
- When a decision has been made, an email is sent to the applicant.
Additional information
- Grand Challenges Canada invests in innovative solutions that save and improve lives in low- and middle-income countries and Canada.
- Its approach emphasizes integrated innovation, combining scientific and technological innovation, social innovation, and business innovation.
- The Fluxx portal is used by prospective and current innovators to manage applications.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Grand Challenges Canada Program
What is the Grand Challenges Canada?
Grand Challenges Canada funds innovative solutions that save and improve lives in low- and middle-income countries and Canada. It supports proof of concept and transition-to-scale innovations, including products, services, and business models that can improve health and social outcomes.
How much funding can be received?
Grand Challenges Canada Funds up to $1,500,000 of admissible expenses.
Who can I contact for more information about the Grand Challenges Canada?
You can contact Grand Challenges Canada (GCC) by email at info@being-initiative.org.
Where is the Grand Challenges Canada available?
The Grand Challenges Canada program is available across Canada.
Is the Grand Challenges Canada a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Grand Challenges Canada is a Grant and Funding
Who are the financial supporters of the Grand Challenges Canada?
Grand Challenges Canada is funded by Grand Challenges Canada (GCC)