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Major Community Initiatives and Events Grant

Q: Who is eligible for the Major Community Initiatives and Events Grant program?

To be eligible for the Major Community Initiatives and Events Grant program, you must: Events must be accessible, large budget, and culturally impactful.

Q: Where is the Major Community Initiatives and Events Grant available?

The Major Community Initiatives and Events Grant program is available across Canada.

Q: Is the Major Community Initiatives and Events Grant a grant, loan, or tax credit?

Major Community Initiatives and Events Grant is a Grant and Funding

Q: Who are the financial supporters of the Major Community Initiatives and Events Grant?

Major Community Initiatives and Events Grant is funded by City of Victoria

Last Update: March 4, 2026

Canada

Financial support for major community events and initiatives in Victoria.

Grant and Funding

Overview

This program provides funding for major community initiatives and events, supporting large-scale activities that benefit the local community. Eligible activities include community celebrations and destination events that attract significant public attendance and have a strong cultural or economic impact.

At a glance

Funding available

Financing goals

Increasing community impact

Raise awareness and mobilize the public

Eligible Funding

No Condition

Timeline

Unspecified

Eligible candidates

Eligible Industries

All industries

Location

Canada

Legal structures

Non-profit

Annual revenue

All revenue ranges

Organisation size

All organization sizes

Audience

All groups

Non-profit candidates

Sector of operation

All industries

Target groups

All the groups

Revenue structures

All structures

Scope

All dimensions

Activities funded

Examples of admissible projects:

Establish a sustainable urban garden to promote local food production.

Eligibility

Who is eligible?

Organizational bodies, community groups, or event organizers within the City of Victoria.

Eligible geographic areas

Within City of Victoria boundaries.

How to apply

Step 1: Review program criteria and objectives.Step 2: Prepare a detailed project proposal and supporting documents.Step 3: Submit the application to the City of Victoria.Step 4: Await notification of the approval decision, which can take up to four weeks.

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Frequently Asked Questions about the Major Community Initiatives and Events Grant Program

Here are answers to the most common questions about the Major Community Initiatives and Events Grant. 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.