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Network of Early Childhood Stakeholders (NECS) and Implementation of Early Learning and Child Care Initiatives in Francophone Official Language Minority Communities
Funding for Francophone early learning and child care coordination
Last Update: April 27, 2026
Funding available
Varies by project
Timeline
- Open Date : October 1, 2024
- Closing date : November 13, 2024
Location
Alberta, British Columbia, Manitoba, New Brunswick, Newfoundland and Labrador, Nova Scotia, Northwest Territories, Nunavut, Ontario, Prince Edward Island, Quebec, Saskatchewan, Yukon
Overview
This initiative provides a maximum of $47,702,614 over four fiscal years to create a Network of Early Childhood Stakeholders in Francophone official language minority communities. It supports coordination, partnerships, research, and the implementation of early learning and child care initiatives across Canada.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Develop strategic partnerships
- Develop a new program or service
- Increase social or community impact
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Timeline
- Open Date : October 1, 2024
- Closing date : November 13, 2024
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Educational services
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
- Language Minorities
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
- Social Services
- Employment and Training
- Civic and Advocacy Organizations
- Diversity and Inclusion
Target groups
- Children & youth
- Nonprofits / charities
- Minority groups
Revenue structures
- 100% donations / grants
Scope
- National
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Create and manage a Network of Early Childhood Stakeholders.
- Coordinate cross-sector ELCC initiatives in Francophone minority communities.
- Support collaboration with national and regional partners across Canada.
- Conduct ELCC-related research, data collection, and knowledge mobilization.
Documents Needed
- Expression of interest
- At least one signed letter of attestation from a Francophone OLMC organization
- Complete application package
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Canadian not-for-profit organizations
- National organizations focused on Francophone minority communities
- Organizations working in early learning and child care
Who is not eligible
- Provincial governments
- Territorial governments
- Municipal governments
- Individuals
Eligible geographic areas
- Canada
- Francophone official language minority communities outside Quebec
Processing and Agreement
- Submit an expression of interest by email.
- ESDC reviews eligibility and responds within 48 hours, excluding weekends and statutory holidays.
- Eligible organizations receive an invitation and application materials.
- Invited organizations submit a complete application package by the deadline.
- Only organizations meeting all eligibility and capacity requirements are invited to apply.
Additional information
- Only one organization was invited to apply: Commission nationale des parents francophones (CNPF).
- The selected project is expected to run for about four years, from January 2025 to March 31, 2028.
- Applicants must submit at least one attestation letter from a Francophone OLMC organization with which they have an existing partnership.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Network of Early Childhood Stakeholders (NECS) and Implementation of Early Learning and Child Care Initiatives in Francophone Official Language Minority Communities Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the Network of Early Childhood Stakeholders (NECS) and Implementation of Early Learning and Child Care Initiatives in Francophone Official Language Minority Communities. 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 Network of Early Childhood Stakeholders (NECS) and Implementation of Early Learning and Child Care Initiatives in Francophone Official Language Minority Communities?
This initiative provides a maximum of $47,702,614 over four fiscal years to create a Network of Early Childhood Stakeholders in Francophone official language minority communities. It supports coordination, partnerships, research, and the implementation of early learning and child care initiatives across Canada.
What is the deadline to apply?
The application deadline for this grant program was November 13, 2024.
Who is eligible for the Network of Early Childhood Stakeholders (NECS) and Implementation of Early Learning and Child Care Initiatives in Francophone Official Language Minority Communities program?
To be eligible for the Network of Early Childhood Stakeholders (NECS) and Implementation of Early Learning and Child Care Initiatives in Francophone Official Language Minority Communities program, you must:
Canadian not-for-profit organization
ELCC mandate for Francophone minority communities
Good financial standing with ESDC
What expenses are eligible under Network of Early Childhood Stakeholders (NECS) and Implementation of Early Learning and Child Care Initiatives in Francophone Official Language Minority Communities?
Create and manage a Network of Early Childhood Stakeholders.
Coordinate cross-sector ELCC initiatives in Francophone minority communities.
Support collaboration with national and regional partners across Canada.
Conduct ELCC-related research, data collection, and knowledge mobilization.
Who can I contact for more information about the Network of Early Childhood Stakeholders (NECS) and Implementation of Early Learning and Child Care Initiatives in Francophone Official Language Minority Communities?
You can contact Employment and Social Development Canada (ESDC) by email at NC-DGOP-POB-ELCC-AGJE-GD@hrsdc-rhdcc.gc.ca or by phone at none.
Where is the Network of Early Childhood Stakeholders (NECS) and Implementation of Early Learning and Child Care Initiatives in Francophone Official Language Minority Communities available?
The Network of Early Childhood Stakeholders (NECS) and Implementation of Early Learning and Child Care Initiatives in Francophone Official Language Minority Communities 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.
Is the Network of Early Childhood Stakeholders (NECS) and Implementation of Early Learning and Child Care Initiatives in Francophone Official Language Minority Communities a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Network of Early Childhood Stakeholders (NECS) and Implementation of Early Learning and Child Care Initiatives in Francophone Official Language Minority Communities is a Partnering and Collaboration