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Improving Access to Veterinary Care
Funding for accessible veterinary care development
Last Update: June 19, 2026
Funding available
$ 150,000 - $ 750,000
Timeline
- Open Date : February 3, 2026
Location
Canada
Overview
This program supports the development of accessible veterinary care through two grant categories: Accelerator and Incubator. Funding supports planning, implementation, and related clinic or community-based activities in Canada and the United States.
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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
- Maximum amount : 750,000 $
- Minimum amount : 150,000 $
Timeline
- Open Date : February 3, 2026
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Location
- Canada
Legal structures
- Non-profit
- Public or Parapublic institution
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- All groups
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
- Business analysis and planning for low-cost veterinary clinics.
- Clinic expansion and implementation of sustainable veterinary care services.
- Community relationship-building and information gathering.
- Pilot program implementation for improved veterinary access.
Official resources
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Registered charities
- Municipalities
- Nonprofit organizations developing veterinary clinics
Who is not eligible
- Organizations that are not invited to apply
Eligible expenses
- Operations and operational support
- Capital improvements and equipment
- Staffing costs
- Consultant fees
- Community meetings, outreach, and information-gathering costs
Eligible geographic areas
- Canada
- United States
Selection criteria
- For Accelerator, the clinic’s ability to become or remain sustainable by raising about 70% of operating costs through revenue.
- For Accelerator, the viability of the sustainable business plan and the organization’s capacity to succeed.
- For Incubator, responsiveness to community demand for veterinary services.
- For Incubator, the success of community engagement and culturally competent service delivery.
How to apply
- Step 1: Contact a Grants Manager
- Discuss your project and eligibility with the appropriate Grants Manager.
- Step 2: Receive invitation to apply
- Applications are accepted by invitation only.
- Step 3: Submit the application
- Apply through the process provided after invitation.
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are accepted by invitation only.
- Applicants are directed to a Grants Manager to discuss eligibility.
- Phase 2 funding depends on the success and viability of Phase 1 work.
Additional information
- Applications are accepted by invitation only.
- Applicants should contact a Grants Manager to discuss eligibility.
- Implementation funding is not guaranteed after Phase 1.
- Each grant amount depends on the organization’s scope and need.
Frequently Asked Questions about the Improving Access to Veterinary Care Program
What is the Improving Access to Veterinary Care?
This program supports the development of accessible veterinary care through two grant categories: Accelerator and Incubator. Funding supports planning, implementation, and related clinic or community-based activities in Canada and the United States.
How much funding can be received?
Improving Access to Veterinary Care Funds up to $750,000 of admissible expenses.
Who is eligible for the Improving Access to Veterinary Care program?
To be eligible for the Improving Access to Veterinary Care program, you must:
Registered charity, municipality, or nonprofit clinic
Project to improve veterinary access
Capacity for financial sustainability
What expenses are eligible under Improving Access to Veterinary Care?
Business analysis and planning for low-cost veterinary clinics.
Clinic expansion and implementation of sustainable veterinary care services.
Community relationship-building and information gathering.
Pilot program implementation for improved veterinary access.
Who can I contact for more information about the Improving Access to Veterinary Care?
You can contact PetSmart Charities of Canada.
Where is the Improving Access to Veterinary Care available?
The Improving Access to Veterinary Care program is available across Canada.
Is the Improving Access to Veterinary Care a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Improving Access to Veterinary Care is a Grant and Funding