Multiculturalism and Anti-Racism Program – Events

Q: How much funding can be received?

There is no informations about how much funding can be received.

Q: What is the deadline to apply?

The program is accepting continuous intake

Q: 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

Q: Who are the financial supporters of the Multiculturalism and Anti-Racism Program – Events?

Multiculturalism and Anti-Racism Program – Events is funded by Canadian Heritage

Q: Who is eligible for the Multiculturalism and Anti-Racism Program – Events program?

Eligibility criteria are not specified.

Q: Who can I contact for more information about the Multiculturalism and Anti-Racism Program – Events?

You can contact Canadian Heritage.

Q: Where is the Multiculturalism and Anti-Racism Program – Events available?

The Multiculturalism and Anti-Racism Program – Events program is available across Canada.

Q: Are youth (under 40) eligible for the Multiculturalism and Anti-Racism Program – Events program?

Yes, youth under 40 are eligible to apply for the Multiculturalism and Anti-Racism Program – Events program.

Last Update: August 4, 2025

Canada

Supports community events advancing inclusion, diversity, and anti-racism

At a glance

Eligible Funding

No Condition

Timeline

Unspecified

Financing Type

Grant and Funding

Eligible Industries

Information and cultural industries
Educational services
Health care and social assistance
Arts, entertainment and recreation
Other services (except public administration)
Public administration

Funds Providers

Unspecified

Program status

Open

Overview

The Multiculturalism and Anti-Racism Program – Events provides financial support for community-based events that foster intercultural and interfaith understanding, promote dialogue on multiculturalism, diversity, and inclusion, or celebrate a community’s history and culture. Eligible activities include organizing events that address racism and religious discrimination, with funding amounts determined based on the scope and needs of each approved initiative.

Activities funded

Organizing community-based events that promote intercultural or interfaith understanding.
Hosting discussions and forums on multiculturalism, diversity, racism, and religious discrimination.
Celebrating a community's history and culture, including heritage months recognized by Parliament.
Supporting initiatives that address systemic racism, discrimination, or hate to promote sustainable change and inclusion.
Implementing projects that build internal organizational capacity to advance anti-racism and foster diverse, equitable participation.

Examples of admissible projects:

$ 24,800

Organizing a bilingual pride parade and inclusion resource fair

$ 22,400

Running a week-long series on Asian Heritage through arts events

$ 28,150

Organizing an Indigenous and newcomer cultural exchange festival

$ 18,300

Launching a multicultural film screening and panel discussion series

$ 23,980

Hosting a Black History Month panel on systemic discrimination

$ 20,920

Community summit tackling Islamophobia and anti-Semitism in schools

Eligibility

The project must promote intercultural or interfaith understanding, discussions on multiculturalism, diversity, racism, or religious discrimination, or celebrate a community’s history and culture (such as heritage months recognized by Parliament).

Who is eligible?

Community organizations working for diversity and inclusion.
Groups promoting multiculturalism or fighting against racism.
Initiatives celebrating the history and culture of a community.
Organizations involved in discussions about discrimination, diversity, or equity.

Eligible geographic areas

Organizations located anywhere in Canada.

Selection criteria

Evaluation of requests based on program-specific evaluation criteria.
Consideration of budget availability for the review of proposals.

How to apply

Verify eligibility and alignment

Review the Multiculturalism and Anti-Racism Program Events component eligibility criteria
Confirm that your organization and event align with program objectives

Select funding mechanism

Choose the appropriate funding mechanism according to the event (call for proposals, continuous intake, etc.)
Check for ongoing calls or submission deadlines on the program website

Prepare application documents

Prepare all required documentation for the application package
Ensure supporting materials demonstrate the event’s relevance to program aims

Submit the application

Submit the complete application as directed by the program's chosen funding route
Follow specific instructions for online or paper submission if applicable

Await results from program

Wait for the evaluation of your application by the Department of Canadian Heritage
Monitor communications for any requests for additional information

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.

Apply to this program

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?

How much funding can be received?

What expenses are eligible under Multiculturalism and Anti-Racism Program – Events?

Organizing community-based events that promote intercultural or interfaith understanding. Hosting discussions and forums on multiculturalism, diversity, racism, and religious discrimination. Celebrating a community's history and culture, including heritage months recognized by Parliament. Supporting initiatives that address systemic racism, discrimination, or hate to promote sustainable change and inclusion. Implementing projects that build internal organizational capacity to advance anti-racism and foster diverse, equitable participation.