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Hosting Program - International Multisport Games for Aboriginal Peoples and Persons with a Disability (IMGAPPD)
Funding support for hosting multisport games for underrepresented groups
Last Update: March 4, 2026
Funding available
Varies by project
Timeline
- Closing date : December 31, 2025
Location
Canada
Overview
The Hosting Program – International Multisport Games for Aboriginal Peoples and Persons with a Disability (IMGAPPD) provides financial support to incorporated organizations for staging selected international multisport events, specifically serving Indigenous populations and persons with disabilities; eligible activities include event hosting and travel costs for Canadian participants. The maximum funding amount 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
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Timeline
- Closing date : December 31, 2025
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Health care and social assistance
- 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
- Indigenous Peoples
- Persons with Disabilities
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
- Organizing and hosting the North American Indigenous Games.
- Staging the Arctic Winter Games.
- Staging the Special Olympics World Games.
- Staging the Deaflympics.
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Duly incorporated Host Societies or Organizing Committees established for staging eligible International Multisport Games
Who is not eligible
- Companies or organizations that are not expressly established for the organization of eligible Games (host companies or designated organizing committees).
- Organizations wishing to host or organize events other than the North American Indigenous Games, Arctic Winter Games, Special Olympics World Games, or Deaf Olympics.
Eligible expenses
- Travel costs for Canadian participants attending the North American Indigenous Games, whether hosted in Canada or abroad.
- Travel costs for Canadian participants attending the Arctic Winter Games when these are hosted outside of Canada.
Eligible geographic areas
- Organizations operating within Canada, in collaboration with municipal and provincial/territorial governments for hosting events.
Additional information
- The application deadline is December 31 for payments sought after April 1 of the following year.
- If December 31 falls on a weekend, applications must be submitted by the last business day of the calendar year.
- Relevant policy and acknowledgement guides are available to help applicants understand funding conditions and public recognition requirements.
- Service standards for Canadian Heritage funding programs are accessible for reference.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Hosting Program - International Multisport Games for Aboriginal Peoples and Persons with a Disability (IMGAPPD) Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the Hosting Program - International Multisport Games for Aboriginal Peoples and Persons with a Disability (IMGAPPD). 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 - International Multisport Games for Aboriginal Peoples and Persons with a Disability (IMGAPPD)?
The Hosting Program – International Multisport Games for Aboriginal Peoples and Persons with a Disability (IMGAPPD) provides financial support to incorporated organizations for staging selected international multisport events, specifically serving Indigenous populations and persons with disabilities; eligible activities include event hosting and travel costs for Canadian participants. The maximum funding amount is not specified.
Who is eligible for the Hosting Program - International Multisport Games for Aboriginal Peoples and Persons with a Disability (IMGAPPD) program?
To be eligible for the Hosting Program - International Multisport Games for Aboriginal Peoples and Persons with a Disability (IMGAPPD) program, you must:
Must be a duly incorporated organization staging the eligible Games.
Must represent one of the following events: North American Indigenous Games, Arctic Winter Games, Special Olympics World Games, or Deaflympics.
What expenses are eligible under Hosting Program - International Multisport Games for Aboriginal Peoples and Persons with a Disability (IMGAPPD)?
Organizing and hosting the North American Indigenous Games.
Staging the Arctic Winter Games.
Staging the Special Olympics World Games.
Staging the Deaflympics.
Who can I contact for more information about the Hosting Program - International Multisport Games for Aboriginal Peoples and Persons with a Disability (IMGAPPD)?
You can contact Canadian Heritage (PCH) by email at sportcanada@pch.gc.ca or by phone at 1-866-811-0055.
Where is the Hosting Program - International Multisport Games for Aboriginal Peoples and Persons with a Disability (IMGAPPD) available?
The Hosting Program - International Multisport Games for Aboriginal Peoples and Persons with a Disability (IMGAPPD) program is available across Canada.
Is the Hosting Program - International Multisport Games for Aboriginal Peoples and Persons with a Disability (IMGAPPD) a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Hosting Program - International Multisport Games for Aboriginal Peoples and Persons with a Disability (IMGAPPD) is a Grant and Funding
Who are the financial supporters of the Hosting Program - International Multisport Games for Aboriginal Peoples and Persons with a Disability (IMGAPPD)?
Hosting Program - International Multisport Games for Aboriginal Peoples and Persons with a Disability (IMGAPPD) is funded by Canadian Heritage (PCH)