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National operating funding stream - Social Development Partnerships Program – Disability
Capacity funding for national disability organizations
Last Update: May 5, 2026
Funding available
$ 600,000
Timeline
- Open Date : March 28, 2022
- Closing date : May 27, 2022
Location
Alberta, British Columbia, Manitoba, New Brunswick, Newfoundland and Labrador, Nova Scotia, Northwest Territories, Nunavut, Ontario, Prince Edward Island, Quebec, Saskatchewan, Yukon, Canada
Overview
This program provides up to $200,000 per year to support national disability organizations. It funds capacity-building activities in governance, leadership, partnerships, and measurable impact to advance social inclusion.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Increase performance through digital transformation
- Develop strategic partnerships
- Develop team skills
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 600,000 $
Timeline
- Open Date : March 28, 2022
- Closing date : May 27, 2022
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Other services (except public administration)
- Public administration
Location
- Alberta, British Columbia, Manitoba, New Brunswick, Newfoundland and Labrador, Nova Scotia, Northwest Territories, Nunavut, Ontario, Prince Edward Island, Quebec, Saskatchewan, Yukon
Legal structures
- Non-profit
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Persons with Disabilities
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
- Social Services
- Economic, Social and Community Development
- Civic and Advocacy Organizations
- Diversity and Inclusion
Target groups
- People with disabilities
- Nonprofits / charities
Revenue structures
- 100% donations / grants
Scope
- National
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Governance and accountability capacity building
- Leadership and operations improvements
- Partnership development and maintenance
- Measurement, evaluation, and results reporting
- GBA+ analysis and sustainability planning
Documents Needed
- Completed application form (EMP5671)
- Authorization from a delegated authority
- Proof of organization type and status
- Letters of support from at least two partner organizations
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- National not-for-profit organizations
- Organizations focused on persons with disabilities
- Disability sector organizations with national reach
Who is not eligible
- Individuals
- For-profit organizations
- Provincial or territorial governments
- Municipal governments
- Crown corporations
Eligible expenses
- Wages and mandatory employment costs
- Overhead such as rent, postage, telephones, and IT
- Professional services, including consultants, research, and translation
- Materials, supplies, training, printing, communications, and data collection
- Travel and other costs approved by ESDC
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Purchase of real property
- Consultant fees paid to people already salaried by the organization or a partner
- Costs to prepare the proposal
- Entertainment, alcohol, fines, and penalties
- Costs before approval/signing or after the agreement ends
Eligible geographic areas
- Canada
- Applications may involve activities in three or more Canadian regions
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are reviewed after submission and assessed for eligibility and merit.
- Funding decisions are expected within 16 weeks after the submission period closes.
- Applicants receive a confirmation of receipt after submission.
- If approved, an agreement must be in place before activities can begin.
Additional information
- Applications were reviewed using a competitive process.
- Successful applicants must report on performance indicators annually.
- Funding agreements were expected to run from April 1, 2023 to March 31, 2026.
- Organizations located in Quebec may need provincial authorization under the Act respecting the Ministère du Conseil exécutif.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the National operating funding stream - Social Development Partnerships Program – Disability Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the National operating funding stream - Social Development Partnerships Program – Disability. 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 operating funding stream - Social Development Partnerships Program – Disability?
This program provides up to $200,000 per year to support national disability organizations. It funds capacity-building activities in governance, leadership, partnerships, and measurable impact to advance social inclusion.
How much funding can be received?
National operating funding stream - Social Development Partnerships Program – Disability Funds up to $600,000 of admissible expenses.
What is the deadline to apply?
The application deadline for this grant program was May 27, 2022.
Who is eligible for the National operating funding stream - Social Development Partnerships Program – Disability program?
To be eligible for the National operating funding stream - Social Development Partnerships Program – Disability program, you must:
National not-for-profit organization
Disability inclusion mandate
National reach and leveraged funding
What expenses are eligible under National operating funding stream - Social Development Partnerships Program – Disability?
Governance and accountability capacity building
Leadership and operations improvements
Partnership development and maintenance
Measurement, evaluation, and results reporting
GBA+ analysis and sustainability planning
Who can I contact for more information about the National operating funding stream - Social Development Partnerships Program – Disability?
You can contact Employment and Social Development Canada (ESDC) by email at NC-ODI-BCPH-SDPPD-PPDSPH-GD@hrsdc-rhdcc.gc.ca or by phone at none.
Where is the National operating funding stream - Social Development Partnerships Program – Disability available?
The National operating funding stream - Social Development Partnerships Program – Disability program is available the province of Alberta, British Columbia, Manitoba, New Brunswick, Newfoundland and Labrador, Nova Scotia, Northwest Territories, Nunavut, Ontario, Prince Edward Island, Quebec, Saskatchewan, Yukon.