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Greater Toronto Airports Authority - Propeller Project
Community funding for local employment initiatives
Last Update: May 26, 2026
Funding available
$ 150,000 - $ 200,000
Timeline
- Open Date : February 3, 2026
Location
Ontario, Canada
Overview
The Propeller Project supports community initiatives around Toronto Pearson through the Uplift and Nest funding streams. The Uplift Fund provides between $150,000 and $200,000 for projects that support job seekers, improve employer engagement, and deliver holistic employment programming.
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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
- Develop workforce skills
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 200,000 $
- Minimum amount : 150,000 $
Timeline
- Open Date : February 3, 2026
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Construction
Location
- Ontario
Legal structures
- Non-profit
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- All groups
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
- Employment and Training
Target groups
- All the groups
Revenue structures
- All structures
Scope
- All dimensions
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Job seeker support initiatives.
- Employer engagement and outreach practices.
- Holistic employment programming.
- Projects that remove barriers to meaningful employment.
- Projects that support growth in construction skilled trades.
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Local organizations.
- Organizations working with communities around Toronto Pearson.
Who is not eligible
- Applicants seeking support from the Nest Fund, which is not currently accepting applications.
Eligible geographic areas
- Brampton
- Mississauga
- Etobicoke
Additional information
- The program has two funding streams: Uplift and Nest.
- The Nest Fund is not currently accepting applications.
- Uplift Fund applications are accepted on an ongoing basis through an expression of interest.
Frequently Asked Questions about the Greater Toronto Airports Authority - Propeller Project Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the Greater Toronto Airports Authority - Propeller Project. 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 Greater Toronto Airports Authority - Propeller Project?
The Propeller Project supports community initiatives around Toronto Pearson through the Uplift and Nest funding streams. The Uplift Fund provides between $150,000 and $200,000 for projects that support job seekers, improve employer engagement, and deliver holistic employment programming.
How much funding can be received?
Greater Toronto Airports Authority - Propeller Project Funds up to $200,000 of admissible expenses.
Who is eligible for the Greater Toronto Airports Authority - Propeller Project program?
To be eligible for the Greater Toronto Airports Authority - Propeller Project program, you must:
Project benefits local residents or employers
Supports employment-related outcomes
Fits Uplift Fund priorities
What expenses are eligible under Greater Toronto Airports Authority - Propeller Project?
Job seeker support initiatives.
Employer engagement and outreach practices.
Holistic employment programming.
Projects that remove barriers to meaningful employment.
Projects that support growth in construction skilled trades.
Who can I contact for more information about the Greater Toronto Airports Authority - Propeller Project?
You can contact GTAA, Toronto Pearson International Airport.
Where is the Greater Toronto Airports Authority - Propeller Project available?
The Greater Toronto Airports Authority - Propeller Project program is available the province of Ontario.
Is the Greater Toronto Airports Authority - Propeller Project a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Greater Toronto Airports Authority - Propeller Project is a Grant and Funding