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Metcalf Foundation - Innovation Fellowship
Last Update: February 4, 2026
Canada
Supports innovative ideas addressing societal issues in Canada
Grant and Funding
Overview
The program offers funding to support innovative ideas and systemic approaches related to environmental, social, economic, and cultural challenges, primarily in southern Ontario. There is no specified maximum amount, but the funding aims to foster significant societal contributions through creative projects.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
Increasing community impact
Reduce the ecological footprint
Conduct research
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:
Implementing a community recycling program to reduce waste
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Individuals with innovative ideas in ecology, social, economic, or cultural fields.
- Non-profit organizations and academic institutions in southern Ontario.
Who is not eligible
- Organizations outside southern Ontario.
- Corporate entities focused solely on profit-oriented activities.
- Applicants without a demonstrable record of systemic or societal impact.
Eligible geographic areas
southern OntarioHow to apply
Contact the Program Directors in advance to discuss proposals.Prepare a detailed project proposal aligned with foundation priorities.Submit the proposal and required documents as advised by the program.Await feedback and potential interview or clarification steps.Finalize the agreement if the proposal is approved.
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