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Multicultural Education Initiatives (MEI)

Funding for multicultural education projects in schools

Offered by
Multicultural Council of Saskatchewan
Official source: mcos.ca

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Funding available
$ 200 - $ 400
Deadline
Unspecified
Location
Saskatchewan, Canada
Who can apply
Schools in Saskatchewan
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Overview

Multicultural Education Initiatives (MEI) supports schools and school divisions in Saskatchewan with $200 to $400 for projects that advance multicultural education and anti-racist learning. It funds classroom and professional development initiatives that promote anti-racism, reconciliation, diversity, and cultural education outcomes.

At a glance

Funding available

Maximum funding
$400
Minimum funding
$200
Financing goals
  • Develop a new program or service
  • Increase social or community impact
  • Enhance an existing program
  • Develop workforce skills
  • Reach a new target audience
  • Raise awareness or mobilize a population
  • Conduct research or evaluation activities

Eligible candidates

Location
  • Saskatchewan
Eligible Industries
All industries
Annual revenue
All revenue ranges
Organisation size
All organization sizes
Audience
  • Indigenous Peoples
  • Language Minorities
  • Newcomers to Canada
  • Other Racialized Persons
  • Rural or Northern Residents
  • 2SLGBTQI+
  • Canadians
  • Youth (<40)
Legal structures
Public or Parapublic institution

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Availability timeline

2026
Periods: 1

Latest changes

MEI application form and submission workflow updated

The MEI application and evaluation pages now show the full step-by-step submission workflow, required fields, and support contact details, with budget guidance stating projects can request $200 to $400 in MEI support.

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The Multicultural Education Initiatives online application form now shows the full 5-step workflow, including General Info, Contact Information, Project Description, Evaluation, and Budget, along with instructions to save and continue later and to watch for a confirmation email after submission. The form also makes the funding guidance explicit: MCoS MEI investments can be used for $200-$400 of project costs, and the application deadline remains October 30, 2025 with late applications potentially assessed based on budget allotments and decisions announced in December. The supporting evaluation form now also requires email return, photo and budget uploads, and notes that a cheque is sent after receipt of the completed form.

Official source: mcos.ca
July 6, 2026

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

Activities funded

  • Classroom projects supporting multicultural education
  • Professional development projects for schools
  • Activities focused on anti-racism, reconciliation, diversity, and cultural education

How to apply

  • Step 1: Prepare the application
    • Complete the MEI application form.
    • Prepare the project description, objectives, outcomes, and budget.
    • Gather the required supporting information and acknowledgments.
  • Step 2: Submit the application
    • Submit the application electronically through the online form or by the required form process.
    • Send the application before the annual deadline of October 30.
  • Step 3: Await the decision
    • Applications are reviewed after the deadline.
    • Decisions are announced in December.
  • Step 4: Complete post-project reporting
    • Submit the final report by May 1 in the following fiscal year.
    • Complete the project evaluation form and return it by email.
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Documents Needed

  • Photos for the project evaluation form

Selection criteria

  • Alignment with MCoS aims and objectives.
  • Projects that support multicultural values and outcomes.
  • Initiatives with clear objectives, outcomes, and impact measurement.

Processing and Agreement

  • Photos must be uploaded with the project evaluation form.
  • Accepted photo file types are png, jpg, jpeg, and pdf, with a maximum file size of 200 MB and up to 6 files.

Additional information

  • Applications must be submitted by October 30, 2025; if the deadline falls on a weekend or holiday, applications are accepted until the next business day.
  • The online application form, download form, follow-up form, and project evaluation form are available on the program page.
  • Photos can be uploaded with the evaluation form, with accepted file types png, jpg, jpeg, pdf and a maximum file size of 200 MB for up to 6 files.

Contacts

grants@mcos.ca
306.721.6267

Official sources

Multicultural Education Initiatives (MEI)

Program guide

Multicultural Education Initiatives Guidelines (2026)

Application form

Application for Multicultural Education InitiativesMulticultural Education InitiativesMulticultural Education InitiativesMulticultural Education Initiatives Project Evaluation Form

Application portal

Multicultural Education Initiatives Online Application FormMulticultural Education Initiatives Online Application Form
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Frequently Asked Questions about the Multicultural Education Initiatives (MEI) Program

What is the Multicultural Education Initiatives (MEI)?

Multicultural Education Initiatives (MEI) supports schools and school divisions in Saskatchewan with $200 to $400 for projects that advance multicultural education and anti-racist learning. It funds classroom and professional development initiatives 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)?

Project expenses related to classroom or professional development activities Books and other learning resources Materials, supplies, and activity costs linked to the initiative

Who can I contact for more information about the Multicultural Education Initiatives (MEI)?

You can contact Multicultural Council of Saskatchewan 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