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Multiculturalism and Anti-Racism Program Events Component
Support for inclusive community events
Latest source updateLast Update: September 29, 2026Latest change: The Events component now reflects the 2027-2028 intake schedule, revised eligibility wording, and a shorter application package.View change
Latest source update
Last Update: September 29, 2026
Latest change: The Events component now reflects the 2027-2028 intake schedule, revised eligibility wording, and a shorter application package.
Events component updated for 2027-2028 intake
The Events component now uses the 2027-2028 intake schedule, with application windows for events starting April 1 to July 31, 2027, August 1 to November 30, 2027, and December 1, 2027 to March 31, 2028. The eligibility wording was revised to include organizations and groups, and events must now contribute to the Program’s objectives as well as the component’s objectives and expected results. The application package was also streamlined: the signed Application Checklist was removed, partner support letters are now requested only if available, and the Budget Form is no longer listed as a required step. The Prairie and Northern regional application email changed on the Events page, and the guidance now points users to the updated application-guidelines page for contact links.
Funding available
$ 200,000
Deadline
October 27, 2026
Opened September 15, 2026
Location
Canada
Who can apply
Canadian not-for-profit organizations, associations and unincorporated groups
See full eligibility
Overview
The Multiculturalism and Anti-Racism Program’s Events component supports Canadian not-for-profit organizations, municipalities with populations of up to 10,000, Indigenous organizations, and Indigenous governments to deliver community-based events that advance inclusion, anti-racism, and intercultural understanding across Canada. Eligible activities include public discussions on multiculturalism, diversity, racism and religious discrimination, and celebrations of community history and culture.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Develop strategic partnerships
- Increase social or community impact
- Train or support volunteers
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 200,000 $
- Up to 100% of project cost
Funds Providers
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Location
- Canada
Legal structures
- Non-profit
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- All groups
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
- Culture and Arts
- Social Services
- Civic and Advocacy Organizations
- Diversity and Inclusion
Target groups
- General public
- Indigenous peoples
- Nonprofits / charities
- Minority groups
Revenue structures
- 100% donations / grants
Scope
- Municipal
- Regional
- Provincial
- National
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Availability timeline
2026
Periods: 3
Activities funded
- Community-based events that promote intercultural or interfaith understanding.
- Community-based events that promote discussions on multiculturalism, diversity, racism and religious discrimination.
- Community-based events that celebrate a community’s history and culture, including heritage months recognized by Parliament.
Documents Needed
- Signed Application Form for the Events funding component and application checklist
- Signed Declaration/Attestation
- Balanced Budget, with no surplus or deficit, using the program’s budget template
- Most recent financial statements, audited if available
- Required supporting documents, including letters of support from key event partners if available, letters patent and documents of incorporation, current Board of Directors, board resolution if contact person is different from authorized person to sign, bylaws, articles of association or Terms of Reference, and the signed Unincorporated Applicant Acceptance of Liability form
Official resources
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Canadian not-for-profit organizations, associations and unincorporated groups
- Canadian incorporated and unincorporated municipalities and townships with a population of up to 10,000
- Indigenous not-for-profit organizations (First Nations, Inuit and Métis)
- Indigenous governments, band councils and tribal councils
Who is not eligible
- Organizations and individuals that adopt racist, antisemitic and other forms of hateful content.
Eligible expenses
- Salaries and benefits
- Consultant fees
- Speakers, performers and artists fees and expenses
- Travel, accommodation, insurance, translation, communications, venue and setup costs
- Administrative and overhead costs up to 15%
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Board fees, annual general meetings, and regular board meeting costs
- Ongoing publication or broadcast costs
- Capital costs, start-up costs, and operational costs
- International travel
- Food and beverages, and political or religious partisan activities
Selection criteria
- Applications are evaluated by a review committee that compares them with other applications from your region and prioritizes them in relation to Program priorities and the funds available.
- The proposal must demonstrate how the event supports the Program objectives and the objectives and expected results of the Events component.
- The need for the event must be clear, confirmed partners must be shown if applicable, and the event activities must create concrete opportunities for positive interaction between different communities or engage a single cultural community.
- The anticipated impacts must be clearly expressed, the budget must be balanced and sufficiently detailed, and the proposal must reflect efficient and prudent use of public funds.
- The applicant must demonstrate capacity to deliver the proposed event in a successful, efficient and timely manner, and prior compliance with previously funded projects will be considered.
How to apply
- Read these Application Guidelines in their entirety before completing your application.
- Contact your Canadian Heritage Regional Office for a copy of the Application Form and Budget Form.
- Complete, sign and date the Application Form.
- Complete the Budget Form and present a balanced budget, where total revenues are equal to total expenses, for both cash and in-kind.
- Attach all the required supporting documents.
- Submit your application by e-mail.
Processing and Agreement
- An official acknowledgment letter is issued within two weeks of submission.
- If you do not receive the acknowledgment letter within 2 weeks, contact the Program as soon as possible.
- Applications submitted after the deadline will not be considered for funding.
Additional information
- The Canadian Heritage Funding Portal for the Events component is currently unavailable for submitting funding applications.
Contacts
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Frequently Asked Questions about the Multiculturalism and Anti-Racism Program Events Component Program
What is the Multiculturalism and Anti-Racism Program Events Component?
The Multiculturalism and Anti-Racism Program’s Events component supports Canadian not-for-profit organizations, municipalities with populations of up to 10,000, Indigenous organizations, and Indigenous governments to deliver community-based events that advance inclusion, anti-racism, and intercultural understanding across Canada. Eligible activities include public discussions on multiculturalism, diversity, racism and religious discrimination, and celebrations of community history and culture.
How much funding can be received?
Multiculturalism and Anti-Racism Program Events Component Funds up to 100% of admissible expenses, capped at $200,000 per project.
What is the deadline to apply?
The application deadline for this grant program is October 27, 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 Component program?
To be eligible for the Multiculturalism and Anti-Racism Program Events Component program, you must:
The event must be community-based.
The event must be open to and intended for the general public.
The event must create positive interaction among cultural, religious or ethnocultural communities.
What expenses are eligible under Multiculturalism and Anti-Racism Program Events Component?
Community-based events that promote intercultural or interfaith understanding.
Community-based events that promote discussions on multiculturalism, diversity, racism and religious discrimination.
Community-based events that celebrate a community’s history and culture, including heritage months recognized by Parliament.
Who can I contact for more information about the Multiculturalism and Anti-Racism Program Events Component?
You can contact Canadian Heritage by email at financementpmlcr-fundingmarp@pch.gc.ca or by phone at 819-997-0055.
Where is the Multiculturalism and Anti-Racism Program Events Component available?
The Multiculturalism and Anti-Racism Program Events Component program is available across Canada.