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Local Grants

Operational support for local caregiver support programs
Petro-Canada CareMakers Foundation (PCMF)
Last Update: March 4, 2026
Funding available
$ 7,500
Timeline
  • Open continuously
Location
Quebec, Canada

Overview

Provides up to $7,500 in operational support for community-based programs that directly support family caregivers. Eligible activities include educational programming, transportation, meal assistance, respite care, emotional/financial/community support, and healthcare navigation.
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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
  • Develop workforce skills
Eligible Funding
  • Maximum amount : 7,500 $
Timeline
  • Open continuously

Eligible candidates

Eligible Industries
  • Educational services
  • Health care and social assistance
  • Other services (except public administration)
  • Public administration
Location
  • Quebec
Legal structures
  • Non-profit
Annual revenue
  • All revenue ranges
Organisation size
  • All organization sizes
Audience
  • Canadians
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

  • Educational programs for family caregivers.
  • Transportation support for family caregivers.
  • Meal assistance for family caregivers.
  • Respite care services.
  • Emotional, financial, and community support and healthcare navigation to other vital assistance.

Eligibility

Who is eligible?

  • Registered Canadian charities supporting family caregivers in their communities.

Who is not eligible

  • Organizations that are not registered charities in Canada

Eligible geographic areas

  • Canada (community-based organizations across the country).

Additional information

  • Single-year funding available annually.
  • 2025 application portal open for 6 weeks (September 5 to October 17) and closes at 11:59 pm Mountain Standard Time.

Frequently Asked Questions about the Local Grants Program

Here are answers to the most common questions about the Local Grants. This section explains what the program is, how much funding is available, eligibility requirements, application deadlines, and other important details to help you determine if this grant is right for your business.

What is the Local Grants?

Provides up to $7,500 in operational support for community-based programs that directly support family caregivers. Eligible activities include educational programming, transportation, meal assistance, respite care, emotional/financial/community support, and healthcare navigation.

How much funding can be received?

Local Grants Funds up to $7,500 of admissible expenses.

Who is eligible for the Local Grants program?

To be eligible for the Local Grants program, you must: Registered Canadian charity Supports family caregivers locally Capacity to deliver local work

What expenses are eligible under Local Grants?

Educational programs for family caregivers. Transportation support for family caregivers. Meal assistance for family caregivers. Respite care services. Emotional, financial, and community support and healthcare navigation to other vital assistance.

Who can I contact for more information about the Local Grants?

You can contact Petro-Canada CareMakers Foundation (PCMF).

Where is the Local Grants available?

The Local Grants program is available the province of Quebec.

Who are the financial supporters of the Local Grants?

Local Grants is funded by Petro-Canada CareMakers Foundation (PCMF)

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