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Mental Health Grants
Financial support for mental health service organizations in Montreal and Toronto.
Last Update: March 6, 2026
Funding available
Varies by project
Timeline
- Open continuously
Location
Canada
Overview
This program provides financial aid to organizations providing essential mental health services in Montreal and Toronto, promoting better care, community awareness, and innovative practices. It supports frontline projects and pilot initiatives that aim to improve the lives of persons suffering from mental health issues.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Increase social or community impact
- Raise awareness or mobilize a population
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Timeline
- Open continuously
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
- Mental Health and Crisis Intervention
Target groups
- All the groups
Revenue structures
- 100% donations / grants
Scope
- Local
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Implementation of community mental health campaigns.
- Support for residential and drop-in mental health programs.
- Family support services and reinsertion programs.
- Pilot projects testing new mental health care approaches.
Documents Needed
Charitable organization’s history, Revenue Canada BN/charitable registration number, recent Annual Reports, project description, project budget, list of funders, contact info of project leader, list of similar projects.
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Non-profit organizations providing mental health services in Montreal or Toronto.
Eligible expenses
Operational costs related to mental health programs, community awareness campaigns, pilot projects, and reintegration efforts.Ineligible Costs and Activities
- The grant does not cover costs unrelated to mental health activities.
- Expenses for activities outside Montreal or Toronto are ineligible.
- Commercial ventures or profit-generating activities are excluded.
Eligible geographic areas
Montreal and TorontoProcessing and Agreement
- Applications are reviewed for eligibility and project relevance.
- Applicants are notified of decisions after review completion.
- Approved projects will sign a funding agreement.
- Funding disbursement is contingent upon meeting reporting and compliance requirements.
Additional information
The application process requires submission of several documents, including financial statements and project details.
Frequently Asked Questions about the Mental Health Grants Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the Mental Health 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 Mental Health Grants?
This program provides financial aid to organizations providing essential mental health services in Montreal and Toronto, promoting better care, community awareness, and innovative practices. It supports frontline projects and pilot initiatives that aim to improve the lives of persons suffering from mental health issues.
Who is eligible for the Mental Health Grants program?
To be eligible for the Mental Health Grants program, you must:
Organizations in Montreal or Toronto offering mental health services.
What expenses are eligible under Mental Health Grants?
Implementation of community mental health campaigns.
Support for residential and drop-in mental health programs.
Family support services and reinsertion programs.
Pilot projects testing new mental health care approaches.
Where is the Mental Health Grants available?
The Mental Health Grants program is available across Canada.
Is the Mental Health Grants a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Mental Health Grants is a Grant and Funding
Who are the financial supporters of the Mental Health Grants?
Mental Health Grants is funded by ECHO Foundation, Regional Access Project Foundation (RAP)