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Nanaimo Youth Resilience Grants

Funding to prevent youth gun and gang violence in Nanaimo
City of Nanaimo
Last Update: March 19, 2026
Funding available
$ 1,156,699
Timeline
  • Closing date : August 14, 2023
Location
Nanaimo, British Columbia, Canada

Overview

The City of Nanaimo is providing $1,156,699 in funding through the Building Safer Communities Fund to prevent gun and gang violence among youth. The program supports six focus areas including safe youth gathering spaces, youth outreach, cultural programming, mentoring, enhancing existing programs, and media communications.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.

At a glance

Funding available

Financing goals
  • Increase social or community impact
  • Train or support volunteers
  • Raise awareness or mobilize a population
Eligible Funding
  • Maximum amount : 1,156,699 $
Timeline
  • Closing date : August 14, 2023

Eligible candidates

Eligible Industries
  • All industries
Location
  • Nanaimo
  • British Columbia
Legal structures
  • Non-profit
Annual revenue
  • All revenue ranges
Organisation size
  • All organization sizes
Audience
  • All groups
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
  • Economic, Social and Community Development
Target groups
  • All the groups
Revenue structures
  • 100% donations / grants
Scope
  • Local

Next steps

1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility

Activities funded

  • Establishing safe youth gathering spaces within existing facilities
  • Youth outreach programs and services
  • Cultural programming connecting youth to land and water through Snawaylth
  • Youth mentoring programs with role models and caring adults
  • Enhancing existing youth programs with new components
  • Media and communications to promote positive youth initiatives

Documents Needed

  • Completed application form
  • Organization registration documents
  • Project proposal and budget
  • Proof of experience working with youth

Eligibility

Who is eligible?

  • Registered non-profit organizations
  • Public sector entities
  • Government bodies

Who is not eligible

  • For-profit businesses
  • Individuals
  • Organizations without experience working with youth

Eligible expenses

  • Program staff and personnel costs
  • Facility rental for youth gathering spaces
  • Outreach and engagement activities
  • Cultural programming and materials
  • Mentorship program coordination

Ineligible Costs and Activities

  • Programs not related to youth safety and resilience
  • Capital construction or major facility renovations
  • Political advocacy or lobbying activities

Eligible geographic areas

  • City of Nanaimo, British Columbia

Processing and Agreement

  • Applications are reviewed for eligibility and alignment with program objectives.
  • Council makes final funding decisions.
  • Successful applicants receive written notification by end of September 2023.
  • Funding agreement required before disbursement.

Additional information

  • Funding is provided through Public Safety Canada's Building Safer Communities Fund (BSCF).
  • Programs must start during Fall/Winter 2023 and can be funded until March 2026.
  • Successful applicants will receive written notification by the end of September 2023.

Contacts

socialplanning@nanaimo.ca

Frequently Asked Questions about the Nanaimo Youth Resilience Grants Program

Here are answers to the most common questions about the Nanaimo Youth Resilience Grants. 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 Nanaimo Youth Resilience Grants?

The City of Nanaimo is providing $1,156,699 in funding through the Building Safer Communities Fund to prevent gun and gang violence among youth. The program supports six focus areas including safe youth gathering spaces, youth outreach, cultural programming, mentoring, enhancing existing programs, and media communications.

How much funding can be received?

Nanaimo Youth Resilience Grants Funds up to $1,156,699 of admissible expenses.

Who is eligible for the Nanaimo Youth Resilience Grants program?

To be eligible for the Nanaimo Youth Resilience Grants program, you must: Registered non-profit or public sector organization Experience working with youth Project aligned with Nanaimo Youth Resilience Strategy

What expenses are eligible under Nanaimo Youth Resilience Grants?

Establishing safe youth gathering spaces within existing facilities Youth outreach programs and services Cultural programming connecting youth to land and water through Snawaylth Youth mentoring programs with role models and caring adults Enhancing existing youth programs with new components Media and communications to promote positive youth initiatives

Who can I contact for more information about the Nanaimo Youth Resilience Grants?

You can contact City of Nanaimo by email at socialplanning@nanaimo.ca.

Where is the Nanaimo Youth Resilience Grants available?

The Nanaimo Youth Resilience Grants program is available the province of British Columbia.

Is the Nanaimo Youth Resilience Grants a grant, loan, or tax credit?

Nanaimo Youth Resilience Grants is a Grant and Funding

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