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Hosting Program - International Single Sport Events (ISSE)
Last Update: March 4, 2026
Canada
Supports Canadian sport organizations hosting international single sport events
Grant and Funding
Overview
The Hosting Program – International Single Sport Events (ISSE) provides Canadian National Sport Organizations with up to $250,000 per event to support the hosting of international single sport competitions such as World Championships and Olympic or Paralympic qualifiers. The program aims to enhance high-performance sport development and the international profile of Canadian sport organizations by funding eligible activities including event operations, athlete travel, and initiatives promoting Indigenous inclusion.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Increasing community impact
- Develop strategic partnerships
- Reduce the ecological footprint
Eligible Funding
- Up to 35% of project cost
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
- Indigenous Peoples
- Persons with Disabilities
- Canadians
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
- All industries
Target groups
- All the groups
Revenue structures
- All structures
Scope
- All dimensions
Activities funded
- Hosting senior international single sport events such as World Championships located in Canada.
- Organizing senior World Cup events, senior Continental Championships, and World University Championships that are included in the Olympic or Paralympic competition calendar.
- Conducting junior-level international events like Junior World Championships, Junior World Cup events, and Junior Continental Championships included in the Olympic or Paralympic program.
- Staging annual international single sport events recognized on the Olympic or Paralympic program, with priority for events offering competitive opportunities for under-represented groups.
Eligibility
- The applicant must be a Canadian summer or winter National Sport Organization (NSO).
- The organization must have evaluated high-performance programs aligned to the Canadian High-Performance Sport Strategy.
- The proposed sport discipline must be included on the competition calendar of the Olympic Games or Paralympic Games.
- The event must be identified in the NSO’s Hosting Plan and be part of its high-performance and long-term athlete development competition plans for national team athletes.
Who is eligible?
- Canadian National Sport Organizations (NSOs) for summer or winter sports
Who is not eligible
- Organizations that are not recognized as Canadian National Sport Organizations (NSOs) for summer or winter sports.
- Entities whose main activity is outside the field of high-performance sport aligned with the Canadian High-Performance Sport Strategy.
- Companies seeking funding for sports not included in the programs of the Olympic or Paralympic Games.
- Organizations that do not have their event identified in an NSO’s Hosting Plan and high-performance competition plans.
Eligible expenses
- Operating costs related to competition or venue (including promotion and communication)
- Travel expenses, including transportation, accommodation, and per diem (subject to Government of Canada rates)
- Administration expenses (up to 15% of the funding request), such as salaries, benefits, professional fees for general administration, bank charges, and utilities
- Purchase of eligible carbon offset credits from verified vendors for travel-related activities
- Professional development and training focused on Indigenous inclusion and cultural uniqueness, including volunteer and reconciliation training
- Honoraria for Indigenous facilitators
- Costs for partnership development and relationship building with Indigenous organizations and communities
- Development and delivery of program content or policy focusing on Indigenous inclusion, such as land acknowledgements, ceremonies, Indigenous spaces, and educational content
- Resource design, printing, distribution, and Indigenous language support (including translation)
- Travel, meals, accommodation, and facility rental for partnership or development opportunities related to Indigenous inclusion initiatives
Eligible geographic areas
- Canadian provinces and territories (applicants must be Canadian National Sport Organizations, but no specific province or region is specified as a requirement).
Selection criteria
- Sport excellence.
- Competitive depth.
- Type of competition.
- Sport development.
How to apply
1
Prepare and review eligibility
- Read the Application Guidelines in full
- Review all eligibility requirements
- Consult relevant government guides and policies
2
Contact Sport Canada for application
- Contact a Sport Canada Program Officer
- Request an application package for the ISSE component
- Clarify any questions regarding the application process
3
Prepare application and documents
- Gather required supporting documentation
- Prepare completed, signed and dated application form
- Prepare appropriate budget and business plan if requesting over $250,000
- Compile Hosting Plan and competition plans
4
Verify and finalize application package
- Ensure the application package is complete
- Verify inclusion of all documentation
- Check alignment with deadlines based on funding amount requested
5
Submit application to Sport Canada
- Email the completed application and supporting documents to intlsinglesportevent-manifestationintlunisport@pch.gc.ca
- Ensure submission meets the minimum advance deadline requirement (6 or 24 months before event)
- If needed, inquire about alternate submission options (e.g., fax)
6
Await application review and results
- Await confirmation of receipt from Sport Canada (within two weeks)
- Monitor for any requests for additional information
- Track application status
Additional information
- Applications are accepted on a continuous basis but must be submitted between six and 24 months before the event, depending on funding amount requested.
- In-kind contributions may count toward project costs but are not reimbursable.
- Successful applicants must publicly acknowledge Government of Canada support in both official languages in all communications materials and promotional activities.
- Applicants must retain original invoices and accounting records for up to six years for potential audits.
Contacts
intlsinglesportevent-manifestationintlunisport@pch.gc.ca
1-866-811-0055
