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Multiculturalism and Anti-Racism Program – Events
Supports community events for inclusion and anti-racism
Last Update: March 4, 2026
Funding available
Varies by project
Timeline
- Open Date : April 29, 2026
- Closing date : June 10, 2026
Location
Canada
Overview
The Multiculturalism and Anti-Racism Program supports community-based events that foster intercultural or interfaith understanding, promote dialogue on multiculturalism, diversity, racism, and religious discrimination, or celebrate a community’s history and culture. The Events component offers up to $100,000 per event per fiscal year, and up to $200,000 for a recurring event over two fiscal years.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Increase social or community impact
- Develop strategic partnerships
- Train or support volunteers
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Timeline
- Open Date : April 29, 2026
- Closing date : June 10, 2026
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Information and cultural industries
- Educational services
- Health care and social assistance
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
- Other services (except public administration)
- Public administration
Location
- Canada
Legal structures
- Non-profit
- Public or Parapublic institution
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Indigenous Peoples
- Persons with Disabilities
- Language Minorities
- Newcomers to Canada
- Other Racialized Persons
- Black Canadians
- 2SLGBTQI+
- Canadians
- Youth (<40)
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
- Culture and Arts
- Research
- Economic, Social and Community Development
- Civic and Advocacy Organizations
- Religious Congregations and Associations
- Diversity and Inclusion
Target groups
- General public
- Indigenous peoples
- New immigrants & refugees
- People with disabilities
- Women & girls
- LGBTQ+ community
- Nonprofits / charities
- Community leaders
- Minority groups
Revenue structures
- All structures
Scope
- Local
- Regional
- Provincial
- National
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Community-based events promoting intercultural or interfaith understanding.
- Events discussing multiculturalism, diversity, racism, and religious discrimination.
- Public celebrations of a community’s history and culture, including heritage months recognized by Parliament.
Documents Needed
- Signed Application Form
- Signed Declaration/Attestation
- Balanced budget
- Signed Application Checklist
- Supporting documents, if requested
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Canadian not-for-profit organizations, associations, and unincorporated groups.
- Canadian municipalities and townships with up to 10,000 people.
- Indigenous not-for-profit organizations.
- Indigenous governments, band councils, and tribal councils.
Who is not eligible
- Organizations or individuals that adopt racist, antisemitic, or other hateful content.
- Applicants that discriminate on prohibited grounds or on the basis of language.
- Applicants that advocate intolerance, discrimination, or prejudice.
- Organizations that support offensive content or undermine Canada’s Anti-Racism Strategy, the Charter, or the Human Rights Act.
Eligible expenses
- Salaries and benefits, consultant fees, and performer or speaker fees.
- Volunteer support, travel, accommodation, translation, communications, and promotional materials.
- Facility rental, production, set-up, security, and insurance costs.
- Administration and overhead costs, up to 15% of total project funding before administration costs.
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Core programming expenses, including board fees, regular meetings, newsletters, websites, and other ongoing productions.
- Capital costs, start-up costs, and operational costs for organizations.
- Profit-making activities, international travel, food and beverages, and religious or politically partisan activities.
- Expenses incurred before application receipt.
Eligible geographic areas
- Canada
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are reviewed by a committee against program priorities and available funds.
- Eligibility and funding amounts are final decisions.
- An acknowledgment of receipt is issued within two weeks of receiving the application.
- A funding agreement may apply, with reporting obligations depending on the funding type.
Additional information
- The program aligns with Canada's Anti-Racism Strategy 2024-2028 and Canada's Action Plan on Combatting Hate.
- Funding is delivered through various mechanisms, including calls for proposals, continuous intakes, and expressions of interest processes.
- The National Holocaust Remembrance Program is a distinct component focused on Holocaust memory and combating antisemitism.
- Best practices for application preparation and public acknowledgement of Canadian Heritage support are available via official guidance material and video resources.
Frequently Asked Questions about the Multiculturalism and Anti-Racism Program – Events Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the Multiculturalism and Anti-Racism Program – Events. 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 Multiculturalism and Anti-Racism Program – Events?
The Multiculturalism and Anti-Racism Program supports community-based events that foster intercultural or interfaith understanding, promote dialogue on multiculturalism, diversity, racism, and religious discrimination, or celebrate a community’s history and culture. The Events component offers up to $100,000 per event per fiscal year, and up to $200,000 for a recurring event over two fiscal years.
What is the deadline to apply?
The application deadline for this grant program is **June 10, 2026**. Applicants must submit their complete application before this date to be considered for funding.
Who is eligible for the Multiculturalism and Anti-Racism Program – Events program?
To be eligible for the Multiculturalism and Anti-Racism Program – Events program, you must:
Eligible organization or group
Public community event
Aligned with program objectives
What expenses are eligible under Multiculturalism and Anti-Racism Program – Events?
Community-based events promoting intercultural or interfaith understanding.
Events discussing multiculturalism, diversity, racism, and religious discrimination.
Public celebrations of a community’s history and culture, including heritage months recognized by Parliament.
Where is the Multiculturalism and Anti-Racism Program – Events available?
The Multiculturalism and Anti-Racism Program – Events program is available across Canada.
Is the Multiculturalism and Anti-Racism Program – Events a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Multiculturalism and Anti-Racism Program – Events is a Grant and Funding
Who are the financial supporters of the Multiculturalism and Anti-Racism Program – Events?
Multiculturalism and Anti-Racism Program – Events is funded by Canadian Heritage