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Multicultural Education Initiatives (MEI)
Funding for multicultural education projects in schools
Last Update: April 21, 2026
Funding available
$ 200 - $ 400
Timeline
- Closing date : October 30, 2025
Location
Saskatchewan
Overview
MCoS offers $200 to $400 for multicultural education projects in Saskatchewan schools. The program supports classroom and professional development activities that promote anti-racism, reconciliation, diversity, and cultural education outcomes.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Develop a new program or service
- Increase social or community impact
- Enhance an existing program
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 400 $
- Minimum amount : 200 $
Timeline
- Closing date : October 30, 2025
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Educational services
Location
- Saskatchewan
Legal structures
- Public or Parapublic institution
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- All groups
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Classroom projects supporting multicultural education
- Professional development projects for schools
- Activities focused on anti-racism, reconciliation, diversity, and cultural education
Documents Needed
- Completed MEI application form
- Project description and objectives
- Outcome and impact information
- Budget with expenses and revenue sources
- Supporting documents and promotion acknowledgment details
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Schools in Saskatchewan
- School divisions in Saskatchewan
- Pre-K to Grade 12 educational institutions
Who is not eligible
- Organizations applying for projects that exclusively promote definable religious viewpoints
- Organizations applying for projects that exclusively promote definable political viewpoints
Eligible expenses
- Project expenses related to classroom or professional development activities
- Books and other learning resources
- Materials, supplies, and activity costs linked to the initiative
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Activities that exclusively promote definable religious viewpoints
- Activities that exclusively promote definable political viewpoints
Eligible geographic areas
- Saskatchewan
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are reviewed after the annual deadline.
- Funding decisions are announced in December.
- Applications are assessed by an Allocations Committee.
- Payment is issued after approval and receipt of the final report.
Additional information
- Applications submitted after the deadline may be assessed based on budget availability.
- Final reports are due by May 1 in the following fiscal year.
- Completed projects must be reported before new applications are considered.
- The committee may allow projects to begin before approval, but the applicant does so at its own risk.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Multicultural Education Initiatives (MEI) Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the Multicultural Education Initiatives (MEI). 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 Multicultural Education Initiatives (MEI)?
MCoS offers $200 to $400 for multicultural education projects in Saskatchewan schools. The program supports classroom and professional development activities that promote anti-racism, reconciliation, diversity, and cultural education outcomes.
How much funding can be received?
Multicultural Education Initiatives (MEI) Funds up to $400 of admissible expenses.
Who is eligible for the Multicultural Education Initiatives (MEI) program?
To be eligible for the Multicultural Education Initiatives (MEI) program, you must:
Schools or school divisions in Saskatchewan.
Projects for Pre-K to Grade 12.
Must support MCoS objectives.
What expenses are eligible under Multicultural Education Initiatives (MEI)?
Classroom projects supporting multicultural education
Professional development projects for schools
Activities focused on anti-racism, reconciliation, diversity, and cultural education
Who can I contact for more information about the Multicultural Education Initiatives (MEI)?
You can contact Saskatchewan Lotteries by email at grants@mcos.ca or by phone at (306) 721-6267.
Where is the Multicultural Education Initiatives (MEI) available?
The Multicultural Education Initiatives (MEI) program is available the province of Saskatchewan.
Is the Multicultural Education Initiatives (MEI) a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Multicultural Education Initiatives (MEI) is a Grant and Funding