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Intergovernmental Cooperation on Minority-Language Services
Support for minority-language public services
Latest source updateLast Update: June 27, 2026Latest change: The Intergovernmental Cooperation on Minority-Language Services page now shows detailed eligibility, application, timeline, funding, and contact information.View change
Latest source update
Last Update: June 27, 2026
Latest change: The Intergovernmental Cooperation on Minority-Language Services page now shows detailed eligibility, application, timeline, funding, and contact information.
Intergovernmental Cooperation page updated
The Intergovernmental Cooperation on Minority-Language Services page now includes a full program outline, including eligible recipients, eligible expenditures, application content, evaluation criteria, funding terms, how to apply, and contact details. It also states that special project applications may be submitted at any time during the fiscal year, must be considered for the current fiscal year by December 30, and may be submitted for projects ending no later than March 31, 2028. The page now identifies provincial and territorial governments as the eligible recipients, says applications should be made by calling the Official Languages Branch, and provides the contact email fptlo-fptol@pch.gc.ca plus the toll-free telephone number 1-866-811-0055.
Funding available
Varies by project
Deadline
Open continuously
Location
Canada
Overview
Intergovernmental Cooperation on Minority-Language Services supports provincial and territorial governments in delivering services in the language of official language minority communities. It funds agreements and special projects aimed at developing, improving, and offering services other than education, including municipal services.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Develop strategic partnerships
- Develop a new program or service
- Increase social or community impact
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Funds Providers
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Location
- Canada
Legal structures
- Public or Parapublic institution
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Language Minorities
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Strategic plans to develop, improve and offer services in the language of the official language minority community.
- Special projects to create new provincial and territorial services in the minority language in response to emerging or timely needs.
- Special projects to create new municipal services in the minority language.
- Measures that encourage cooperation and sharing of expertise between provincial and territorial governments on minority-language services.
Official resources
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Provincial and territorial governments.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Intergovernmental Cooperation on Minority-Language Services Program
What is the Intergovernmental Cooperation on Minority-Language Services?
Intergovernmental Cooperation on Minority-Language Services supports provincial and territorial governments in delivering services in the language of official language minority communities. It funds agreements and special projects aimed at developing, improving, and offering services other than education, including municipal services.
Who is eligible for the Intergovernmental Cooperation on Minority-Language Services program?
To be eligible for the Intergovernmental Cooperation on Minority-Language Services program, you must:
Provincial and territorial governments only.
Projects must concern minority-language services.
Services other than education.
What expenses are eligible under Intergovernmental Cooperation on Minority-Language Services?
Strategic plans to develop, improve and offer services in the language of the official language minority community.
Special projects to create new provincial and territorial services in the minority language in response to emerging or timely needs.
Special projects to create new municipal services in the minority language.
Measures that encourage cooperation and sharing of expertise between provincial and territorial governments on minority-language services.
Who can I contact for more information about the Intergovernmental Cooperation on Minority-Language Services?
You can contact Canadian Heritage by email at fptlo-fptol@pch.gc.ca or by phone at 1-866-811-0055.
Where is the Intergovernmental Cooperation on Minority-Language Services available?
The Intergovernmental Cooperation on Minority-Language Services program is available across Canada.
Is the Intergovernmental Cooperation on Minority-Language Services a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Intergovernmental Cooperation on Minority-Language Services is a Partnering and Collaboration
Who are the financial supporters of the Intergovernmental Cooperation on Minority-Language Services?
Intergovernmental Cooperation on Minority-Language Services is funded by Canadian Heritage