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KidSport Canada - General Funding

Support for kids’ sport registration costs

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Last Update: August 14, 2026

Latest change: KidSport BC updated its provincial chapter page with new application guidance, document instructions, and wording on eligibility and fund delivery.

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KidSport BC application guidance updated

KidSport BC revised the Provincial Chapter page with a new apply online button, a community chapter listing link, and updated application steps that now emphasize submitting a complete application with all required documents. The page also changed wording on eligibility and intake guidance: it now refers to children and youth 18 and younger, notes that eligible sport activities must be affiliated with a Sport BC member organization, and says grant funds are sent only to the sport club or organization. The page also now includes the instruction to allow up to 60 days for notification of application status.

Funding available

$ 600

Deadline

Closed

Location

Parksville, Qualicum Beach, British Columbia, Canada

Who can apply

Families with children and youth 18 and younger.

See full eligibility

Overview

KidSport supports children aged 18 and under who face financial barriers to participate in organized sport through local chapters and provincial funds in Canada. It helps cover sport registration fees so kids can play a season of sport.

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At a glance

Funding available

Financing goals

Increase social or community impact
Reach a new target audience
Raise awareness or mobilize a population

Eligible Funding

Maximum amount : 600 $

Funds Providers

KidSport Canada

Eligible candidates

Eligible Industries

All industries

Location

Parksville, Qualicum Beach
British Columbia

Legal structures

Non-profit

Annual revenue

All revenue ranges

Organisation size

All organization sizes

Audience

All groups

Non-profit candidates

Sector of operation

Sports
Children and Youth Organizations

Target groups

Children & youth
Low-income individuals / families

Revenue structures

100% donations / grants

Scope

Local
Provincial
National

Next Steps

Determine your project

Validate your eligibility

Activities funded

Participation in registered organized sport programs.
Participation in a season of sport.

Documents Needed

Notice of Assessment from the most recent tax year that shows line 15000 for all parent/guardians in the household.
Proof of foster parent status.
Proof of income or disability assistance.
Endorser Verification completed by an eligible endorser on Section 4 of the paper application.

Official resources

Program guide

Apply for a Grant - Kid Sport Provost

Contact Us - Kid Sport Atikokan

Contact Us - Kid Sport Prince Rupert

Application form

Kid Sport™ Wood Buffalo Application

Official Grant Application FORM

Provincial Partners

Application portal

Apply for a Grant - Kid Sport Atikokan

Apply for a Grant - Kid Sport Parksville / Qualicum

Eligibility

Who is eligible?

Families with children and youth 18 and younger.

Who is not eligible

Children over 18 years old.

Eligible expenses

Sport registration fees.

Ineligible Costs and Activities

Travel and competitions.
Transportation.
Tournament fees.
Camps.
Fundraising, championships, and dance.

How to apply

Find the local chapter that covers the community, or use the Provincial Fund if there is no local chapter.
Register the child in the sport program and let the organization know about KidSport funding.
Apply online or use the paper application form.
Complete all sections of the application.
Submit paper applications by mail or e-mail when applicable.

Processing and Agreement

Applications are reviewed after submission.
If approved, grant funds are sent directly to the sport program, club, or school.
Applicants are notified of the application result.

Additional information

If your community does not have a local chapter, you can still apply through the Provincial Fund.

Frequently Asked Questions about the KidSport Canada - General Funding Program

What is the KidSport Canada - General Funding?

How much funding can be received?

KidSport Canada - General Funding Funds up to $600 of admissible expenses.

Who is eligible for the KidSport Canada - General Funding program?

To be eligible for the KidSport Canada - General Funding program, you must: The child must be 18 or under. The family must face financial barriers. The child must be registered in an eligible sport program.