Law for the Future Fund

• Completed application form
• Related supporting materials (as included in the application package)

• The project must be innovative and in the field of law.
• The project must be of national interest and/or benefit to the general public.
• The project must fit at least one eligible field: legal research, legal education, legislation and law reform, or administration of justice.

Who is eligible?

Who is not eligible

Eligible expenses

Ineligible Costs and Activities

Eligible geographic areas

• Complete the application form.
• Compile related supporting materials.
• Ensure the full package is available in electronic format.

• Submit the completed form and related materials by email (encouraged) or by mail.

• The Board of Directors typically finalizes approved awards by end of June/beginning of July each year.
• Applicants are notified of results when decisions are finalized.

• There is no set minimum or maximum amount of funding that can be applied for.
• The average award per project is typically between $10,000 and $40,000.
• The general application deadline is May 1, 2026.
• Decisions are typically finalized by end of June/beginning of July each year.