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Major Contributions Grant

Q: How much funding can be received?

Major Contributions Grant Funds up to 200000% of admissible expenses.

Q: What is the deadline to apply?

The deadline to apply is not specified.

Q: Is the Major Contributions Grant a grant, loan, or tax credit?

Major Contributions Grant is a Grant and Funding

Q: Who are the financial supporters of the Major Contributions Grant?

Major Contributions Grant is funded by Gwaii Trust Society

Q: Who is eligible for the Major Contributions Grant program?

To be eligible for the Major Contributions Grant program, you must: • Larger community project • Significant community impact • Aligns with stated priorities

Q: Who can I contact for more information about the Major Contributions Grant?

You can contact Gwaii Trust Society.

Q: Where is the Major Contributions Grant available?

The Major Contributions Grant program is available across Canada.

Last Update: February 4, 2026

Canada

Supports major community infrastructure and planning projects

Grant and Funding

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Eligibility

Selection criteria

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Other info

At a glance

Funding available

Financing goals

No objectives are currently available

Eligible Funding

Maximum amount : 200,000 $
Minimum amount : 25,000 $

Timeline

Closing date : March 1, 2025

Eligible candidates

Eligible Industries

Construction
Public administration

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

Overview

The program funds larger community infrastructure and planning projects up to $200,000. It supports initiatives with significant impact, prioritizing infrastructure, economic development and job creation, emergency preparedness, and the environment.

Activities funded

Community infrastructure projects with significant local impact.
Community planning initiatives that enhance safety, health, and community attractiveness.
Projects focused on economic development and job creation.
Emergency preparedness initiatives.
Environmental initiatives that improve community outcomes.

Examples of admissible projects:

$ 195,000

Upgrade community emergency operations centre with backup power and radios

$ 188,000

Build a community composting hub with shredder and education program

Documents Needed

Eligibility

The project must be a larger initiative in community infrastructure and planning.
The project should have a significant impact and support safer, healthier, and more attractive communities.
The project should align with at least one priority area: infrastructure, economic development and job creation, emergency preparedness, or the environment.

Who is eligible?

Non-profit organizations
Local governments

Who is not eligible

Eligible expenses

Ineligible Costs and Activities

Eligible geographic areas

Haida Gwaii

Selection criteria

Processing and Agreement

Funding decisions usually take two months after a scheduled intake deadline.

Additional information

Applications are available approximately six weeks prior to any deadline.
Funding decisions are usually made about two months after a scheduled intake deadline.

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Frequently Asked Questions about the Major Contributions Grant Program

Here are answers to the most common questions about the Major Contributions 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.