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KidSport Canada - General Funding
Funding for kids’ sport participation costs
Offered by
Funding available
$ 400
Deadline
Open continuously
Location
Parksville, Qualicum Beach, British Columbia, Canada
Overview
KidSport Canada helps cover sport registration fees for children through local chapters across Canada. The program supports eligible sport participation and may also cover equipment costs, with applications submitted through a local chapter or provincial fund.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
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 : 400 $
Funds Providers
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
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Participation in an eligible season of sport.
- Registration in a sport program led by a qualified coach.
Documents Needed
- Most recent Notice of Assessment for parent/guardians.
- Proof of foster parent status, if applicable.
- Proof of income or disability assistance, if applicable.
- Endorser verification on the paper application, if used.
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Families with children aged 18 and under.
- Applicants in communities served by a local KidSport chapter.
- Applicants in communities covered by the Provincial Fund.
Who is not eligible
- Children over 18 years old.
- Applicants outside the communities served by KidSport Canada without using the Provincial Fund.
Eligible expenses
- Sport registration fees.
- Equipment costs.
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Equipment purchases not covered by the grant.
- Transportation costs.
- Tournament fees.
- Travel to playoffs.
- Fundraising, championships, and dance activities.
Eligible geographic areas
- Canada
- Alberta
- British Columbia
- Manitoba
- New Brunswick
- Newfoundland and Labrador
- Northwest Territories
- Nova Scotia
- Ontario
- Prince Edward Island
- Quebec
- Saskatchewan
- Yukon
How to apply
- Step 1: Find the correct chapter
- Select your province or territory.
- Apply through your local chapter or the Provincial Fund if no local chapter exists.
- Step 2: Register in an eligible sport program
- Register the child in a qualifying sport program before applying.
- Step 3: Complete the application
- Apply online or use the paper application.
- Provide the required financial verification or endorser verification.
- Step 4: Submit the application
- Send the paper application by email or mail, or submit online through the portal.
- Step 5: Wait for a decision
- Allow time for application processing and notification of status.
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are reviewed and processed by the local KidSport chapter or Provincial Fund.
- Applicants receive a notification of application status, which may take up to 60 days.
- If approved, funds are issued directly to the sport organization.
- The chapter must be notified if the athlete withdraws from the sport activity.
Additional information
- Applications are handled through local KidSport chapters.
- If no local chapter exists, applicants can use the Provincial Fund.
- The program keeps applicant information private and confidential.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the KidSport Canada - General Funding Program
What is the KidSport Canada - General Funding?
KidSport Canada helps cover sport registration fees for children through local chapters across Canada. The program supports eligible sport participation and may also cover equipment costs, with applications submitted through a local chapter or provincial fund.
How much funding can be received?
KidSport Canada - General Funding Funds up to $400 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:
Child aged 18 or under
Financial need
Eligible sport season
What expenses are eligible under KidSport Canada - General Funding?
Participation in an eligible season of sport.
Registration in a sport program led by a qualified coach.
Who can I contact for more information about the KidSport Canada - General Funding?
You can contact KidSport Canada by email at kidsport@sportbc.com or by phone at 604-333-3434.
Where is the KidSport Canada - General Funding available?
The KidSport Canada - General Funding program is available the province of British Columbia.
Is the KidSport Canada - General Funding a grant, loan, or tax credit?
KidSport Canada - General Funding is a Grant and Funding