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Hosting Program - Canada Games
Supports non-profit organizations hosting major national sporting events
Last Update: March 4, 2026
Funding available
Varies by project
Timeline
- Open continuously
Location
Canada
Overview
The Hosting Program – Canada Games provides financial support to non-profit organizations incorporated specifically to organize the Canada Games, covering eligible operating and capital expenses such as event staging, infrastructure improvements, and legacy planning. The program aims to assist with the delivery of Canada’s largest domestic multisport event; however, the maximum funding amount is determined by a federal-provincial/territorial framework and is not specified.
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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
- Reduce environmental footprint
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Timeline
- Open continuously
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
Location
- Canada
Legal structures
- Non-profit
- Public or Parapublic institution
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Persons with Disabilities
- Language Minorities
- Other Racialized Persons
- Rural or Northern Residents
- Youth (<40)
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
- All industries
Target groups
- All the groups
Revenue structures
- All structures
Scope
- All dimensions
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Organization and delivery of the Canada Games multisport event.
- Construction or upgrading of permanent sport event venues for the Games.
- Implementation of legacy initiatives outlined in the Games legacy plan.
- Management of travel logistics for participants (excluding the host province/territory).
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Non-profit organizations incorporated under federal law specifically created to organize the Canada Games
- Non-profit organizations incorporated under provincial or territorial law specifically created to organize the Canada Games
Who is not eligible
- For-profit businesses of any type.
- Non-incorporated organizations or informal groups.
- Organizations not created specifically to organize the Canada Games.
Eligible expenses
- Office rental for the duration of the event organization.
- Salaries and honoraria for staff and officials.
- Ceremonies and pageantry related costs.
- Volunteer uniforms and training expenses.
- Insurance for event operations.
- Translation services to support event delivery.
- Purchase of equipment necessary for hosting the event.
- Doping control and medical services during the Games.
- Engagement initiatives for official language minority communities.
- Construction or upgrades of permanent structures and venues, including accessibility, sustainability improvements, increased spectator capacity, and enhancements like lighting or air quality control.
Eligible geographic areas
- Organizations incorporated under federal or provincial/territorial law in Canada, in provinces and territories participating in the Canada Games federal-provincial/territorial hosting rotation.
Additional information
- Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.
- The Canada Games alternate every two years between winter and summer editions.
- An agreement with provincial/territorial governments covers travel costs for participants, except those from the host province/territory.
- The program does not provide deficit guarantees or deficit funding.
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Frequently Asked Questions about the Hosting Program - Canada Games Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the Hosting Program - Canada Games. 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 Hosting Program - Canada Games?
The Hosting Program – Canada Games provides financial support to non-profit organizations incorporated specifically to organize the Canada Games, covering eligible operating and capital expenses such as event staging, infrastructure improvements, and legacy planning. The program aims to assist with the delivery of Canada’s largest domestic multisport event; however, the maximum funding amount is determined by a federal-provincial/territorial framework and is not specified.
Who is eligible for the Hosting Program - Canada Games program?
To be eligible for the Hosting Program - Canada Games program, you must:
Incorporated as a non-profit under federal or provincial/territorial law
Created specifically to organize the Canada Games
What expenses are eligible under Hosting Program - Canada Games?
Organization and delivery of the Canada Games multisport event.
Construction or upgrading of permanent sport event venues for the Games.
Implementation of legacy initiatives outlined in the Games legacy plan.
Management of travel logistics for participants (excluding the host province/territory).
Who can I contact for more information about the Hosting Program - Canada Games?
You can contact Canadian Heritage (PCH) by email at PCH.sportcanada-sportcanada.PCH@canada.ca or by phone at 1-866-811-0055.
Where is the Hosting Program - Canada Games available?
The Hosting Program - Canada Games program is available across Canada.
Is the Hosting Program - Canada Games a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Hosting Program - Canada Games is a Grant and Funding
Who are the financial supporters of the Hosting Program - Canada Games?
Hosting Program - Canada Games is funded by Canadian Heritage (PCH)