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Multiculturalism and Anti-Racism Program Events Component
Support for inclusive community events
Funding available
$ 200,000
Deadline
June 10, 2026
Opened April 29, 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
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
- Completed Application Form
- Budget Form
- Supporting documents, such as letters of support when requested
- Organizational documents
- Application checklist and balanced budget
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
- Funding priority may be given to initiatives that support community-led efforts to counter hate, misinformation, and polarization by fostering dialogue, mutual understanding, and civic engagement.
- Funding priority may be given to initiatives that foster human connection, civic participation, and a shared sense of belonging through inclusive and interactive gatherings across the country.
How to apply
- 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.
- Attach all the required supporting documents.
- Submit your application by email.
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
Other components of this program
Explore related funding streams and grants that belong to the same program.
- Multiculturalism and Anti-Racism Program — Projects component, Anti-Hate CallFunding for community-led anti-hate projects
- The Multiculturalism and Anti-Racism Program — Projects component, Anti-Racism CallFunding for anti-racism initiatives in Canada
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 was June 10, 2026.
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.