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Multiculturalism and Anti-Racism Program - Organizational Capacity Building component
Funding to strengthen anti-racism organizational capacity
Last Update: May 15, 2026
Funding available
$ 100,000
Timeline
- Open continuously
Location
Quebec, Canada
Overview
This program supports organizations that want to strengthen their internal capacity to advance multiculturalism and anti-racism. It funds projects related to financial management, human resources, governance, partnerships, and strategic planning, with up to $100,000 per initiative as a grant and up to $250,000 as a contribution; in exceptional cases, eligible expenses may reach $500,000.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Increase social or community impact
- Improve governance or administrative structure
- Develop strategic partnerships
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 100,000 $
Timeline
- Open continuously
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Location
- Quebec
Legal structures
- Non-profit
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- All groups
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
- Social Services
Target groups
- All the groups
Revenue structures
- 100% donations / grants
Scope
- Local
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Strengthening governance practices
- Building financial management capacity
- Developing human resources capacity
- Developing partnerships and networking
- Improving strategic planning and organizational tools
Documents Needed
- Signed application form
- Balanced budget form
- Signed declaration/attestation
- Signed application checklist
- Most recent financial statements and supporting incorporation documents, if applicable
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Canadian not-for-profit organizations and associations
- Unincorporated groups
- Indigenous not-for-profit organizations
- Indigenous governments, band councils, and tribal councils
Who is not eligible
- Organizations that discriminate on prohibited grounds
- Organizations that discriminate on the basis of language
- Organizations that promote intolerance, discrimination, or prejudice
- Organizations that support offensive content or discourse
- Organizations that undermine Canada’s Anti-Racism Strategy or human rights values
Eligible expenses
- Salaries and benefits
- Honoraria, consultant fees, and translation costs
- Website development or upgrades and software
- Domestic travel and accommodation
- Liability insurance, administrative costs, and audited project financial report costs
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Board or governing body director fees
- Capital costs, such as renovations or computer equipment unless essential to the project
- Ongoing newsletters, newspapers, magazines, journals, or broadcasts
- Budget deficits, debt reduction, reserves, and endowment funds
- Fundraising, religious, politically partisan, and direct service delivery activities
Eligible geographic areas
- Canada
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are reviewed by a committee and compared with others from the same region.
- Projects are assessed against program priorities, evaluation criteria, and available funding.
- Funding decisions and eligibility decisions are final.
- If approved, funding is provided as either a grant or a contribution under the applicable conditions.
- Recipients may need to submit final and interim reports, and a contribution agreement may apply.
Additional information
- Only one application may be submitted for this call for proposals.
- Funding decisions are final.
- Applicants must keep records for five years for audit or evaluation purposes.
- Recipients must acknowledge federal financial support in English and French.
Frequently Asked Questions about the Multiculturalism and Anti-Racism Program - Organizational Capacity Building component Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the Multiculturalism and Anti-Racism Program - Organizational Capacity Building component. 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 - Organizational Capacity Building component?
This program supports organizations that want to strengthen their internal capacity to advance multiculturalism and anti-racism. It funds projects related to financial management, human resources, governance, partnerships, and strategic planning, with up to $100,000 per initiative as a grant and up to $250,000 as a contribution; in exceptional cases, eligible expenses may reach $500,000.
How much funding can be received?
Multiculturalism and Anti-Racism Program - Organizational Capacity Building component Funds up to $100,000 of admissible expenses.
Who is eligible for the Multiculturalism and Anti-Racism Program - Organizational Capacity Building component program?
To be eligible for the Multiculturalism and Anti-Racism Program - Organizational Capacity Building component program, you must:
Canadian not-for-profit or Indigenous organization
Project must build internal capacity
Project must align with program objectives
What expenses are eligible under Multiculturalism and Anti-Racism Program - Organizational Capacity Building component?
Strengthening governance practices
Building financial management capacity
Developing human resources capacity
Developing partnerships and networking
Improving strategic planning and organizational tools
Who can I contact for more information about the Multiculturalism and Anti-Racism Program - Organizational Capacity Building component?
You can contact Department of Canadian Heritage (LJI).
Where is the Multiculturalism and Anti-Racism Program - Organizational Capacity Building component available?
The Multiculturalism and Anti-Racism Program - Organizational Capacity Building component program is available the province of Quebec.
Is the Multiculturalism and Anti-Racism Program - Organizational Capacity Building component a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Multiculturalism and Anti-Racism Program - Organizational Capacity Building component is a Grant and Funding