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Grants, Giving & Corporate Sponsorship Support
Support for charitable, educational, and sponsorship initiatives
Last Update: May 26, 2026
Funding available
Varies by project
Timeline
- Open Date : February 3, 2026
Location
Canada
Overview
This program provides financial and in-kind support for charitable donations, corporate sponsorships, independent medical education, and independent patient education. The maximum funding amount is not specified, and applications must be submitted through a Letter of Request.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Increase social or community impact
- Develop strategic partnerships
- Raise awareness or mobilize a population
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Timeline
- Open Date : February 3, 2026
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Health care and social assistance
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
- Research
- Other Health Services
Target groups
- All the groups
Revenue structures
- All structures
Scope
- All dimensions
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Charitable donation initiatives
- Corporate sponsorship activities
- Independent medical education programs
- Independent patient education programs
Documents Needed
- Letter of Request
- Supporting attachments uploaded in PDF format
- Organization information for the application
- Contact information for request correspondence
- Budget details for the proposed activity, if requested
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Eligible organizations
- Non-profit organizations
- For-profit medical education providers
- For-profit medical conference meeting organizers
Who is not eligible
- Individuals
- Physician groups
- Organizations requesting support for activities already completed
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Applications for individuals or physician groups
- Requests for retroactive support of activities already completed
- Start-up or establishment of new organizations
- Entertainment, parties, lavish meals, childcare, or recreational activities
- Lobbying and unrelated operational expenses
Eligible geographic areas
- Canada
- United States
- International locations, depending on the funding opportunity
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are reviewed by Bristol Myers Squibb after submission.
- If more information is needed, the organization will be contacted by email.
- Funding decisions are communicated by letter.
- A Letter of Agreement must be signed before the event date for approved requests.
- Organizations receiving support must complete a close-out process after the activity, when required.
Additional information
- Applications are submitted through a unified Letter of Request.
- Funding decisions are communicated by letter to recipient organizations.
- Bristol Myers Squibb may request additional information during review.
- Funding requests should be submitted at least 4 weeks before the event date.
Frequently Asked Questions about the Grants, Giving & Corporate Sponsorship Support Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the Grants, Giving & Corporate Sponsorship Support. 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 Grants, Giving & Corporate Sponsorship Support?
This program provides financial and in-kind support for charitable donations, corporate sponsorships, independent medical education, and independent patient education. The maximum funding amount is not specified, and applications must be submitted through a Letter of Request.
Who is eligible for the Grants, Giving & Corporate Sponsorship Support program?
To be eligible for the Grants, Giving & Corporate Sponsorship Support program, you must:
Eligible organizations only
Must align with BMS guidelines
Must use the Letter of Request
What expenses are eligible under Grants, Giving & Corporate Sponsorship Support?
Charitable donation initiatives
Corporate sponsorship activities
Independent medical education programs
Independent patient education programs
Who can I contact for more information about the Grants, Giving & Corporate Sponsorship Support?
You can contact Bristol-Myers Squibb Canada (BMS).
Where is the Grants, Giving & Corporate Sponsorship Support available?
The Grants, Giving & Corporate Sponsorship Support program is available across Canada.
Is the Grants, Giving & Corporate Sponsorship Support a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Grants, Giving & Corporate Sponsorship Support is a Grant and Funding
Who are the financial supporters of the Grants, Giving & Corporate Sponsorship Support?
Grants, Giving & Corporate Sponsorship Support is funded by Bristol-Myers Squibb Canada (BMS)