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National Acadian Day funding
Supports public celebrations of Acadian culture and heritage
Last Update: March 6, 2026
Funding available
$ 5,000
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Location
New Brunswick, Canada
Overview
The National Acadian Day funding program provides up to $5,000 to support community-based events promoting Acadian heritage and culture on or around August 15. Eligible activities must be free, open to the public, and celebrate the contribution of Acadians to Canada’s cultural diversity.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Increase social or community impact
- Develop strategic partnerships
- Raise awareness or mobilize a population
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 5,000 $
- Up to 100% of project cost
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Educational services
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
- Other services (except public administration)
- Public administration
Location
- New Brunswick
Legal structures
- Financial cooperative
- Non-profit
- Public or Parapublic institution
- For-profit business
- Non-financial cooperative
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Indigenous Peoples
- Language Minorities
- Canadians
- Youth (<40)
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
- All industries
Target groups
- All the groups
Revenue structures
- All structures
Scope
- All dimensions
Next steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Organizing community celebrations for National Acadian Day held on August 15 or the weekend before or after.
- Public events that celebrate and promote Acadian heritage, culture, and history.
- Activities open to the public and widely promoted in the community to encourage participation and awareness.
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Canadian not-for-profit organizations
- Canadian business corporations (for non-commercial projects)
- Canadian educational institutions
- Canadian municipal governments or other municipal institutions
- Indigenous institutions or organizations (including Inuit, Métis, Status and Non-Status peoples)
- Local band councils, tribal councils, or other local Indigenous governments or organizations (First Nations, Inuit, or Métis)
Who is not eligible
- Federal, provincial, and territorial government entities.
Eligible expenses
- Promotional and communications expenses related to the event.
- Costs for entertainment, supplies, and equipment rental.
- Expenses for traditional food served at the celebration.
- Fireworks and light show costs.
- Administrative costs directly related to the project, including salaries, benefits, professional service fees, bank charges, and utilities (up to 15% of the total contribution).
- Reasonable travel and hospitality expenses within Canada, not exceeding government business travel rates.
Eligible geographic areas
- Organizations located anywhere in Canada.
Additional information
- Applicants must keep all records and documentation related to the funded project for five years to support possible audits or program evaluations.
- Public acknowledgement of Government of Canada support in both English and French is required for all funded projects' communications and promotion.
- Submitting false or unsupported information may result in repayment of funds and ineligibility for future funding for at least two years.
- Organizations must demonstrate compliance with anti-racism, workplace well-being, and official languages requirements as outlined in program guidelines.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the National Acadian Day funding Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the National Acadian Day funding. 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 National Acadian Day funding?
The National Acadian Day funding program provides up to $5,000 to support community-based events promoting Acadian heritage and culture on or around August 15. Eligible activities must be free, open to the public, and celebrate the contribution of Acadians to Canada’s cultural diversity.
How much funding can be received?
National Acadian Day funding Funds up to 100% of admissible expenses, capped at $5,000 per project.
Who is eligible for the National Acadian Day funding program?
To be eligible for the National Acadian Day funding program, you must:
Canadian not-for-profit organization
Canadian business corporation (for non-commercial projects)
Canadian educational institution or municipal/provincial/territorial institution
What expenses are eligible under National Acadian Day funding?
Organizing community celebrations for National Acadian Day held on August 15 or the weekend before or after.
Public events that celebrate and promote Acadian heritage, culture, and history.
Activities open to the public and widely promoted in the community to encourage participation and awareness.
Who can I contact for more information about the National Acadian Day funding?
You can contact Canadian Heritage (PCH) by email at canada5k@pch.gc.ca or by phone at 506-851-7066.
Where is the National Acadian Day funding available?
The National Acadian Day funding program is available the province of New Brunswick.
Is the National Acadian Day funding a grant, loan, or tax credit?
National Acadian Day funding is a Grant and Funding
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