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New Brunswick Athlete Assistance Program (NBAAP)
Financial support for eligible New Brunswick athletes
Last Update: April 29, 2026
Funding available
$ 750 - $ 6,000
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Location
New Brunswick, Canada
Overview
The program provides annual financial support for eligible New Brunswick athletes competing at the national and international levels. Funding ranges from $750 to $6,000, depending on athlete tier and competition status.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Increase social or community impact
- Attract or retain talent
- Raise awareness or mobilize a population
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 6,000 $
- Minimum amount : 750 $
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
Location
- New Brunswick
Legal structures
- All legal structures
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Canadians
- Youth (<40)
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Support for athletes selected for national or international competition
- Support for athletes training in recognized national team programs
- Support for athletes progressing toward national team selection
Documents Needed
- NBAAP application form
- Endorsement from the national sport organization, where required
- Supporting document confirming the requested tier and subcategory, where required
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- New Brunswick athletes
- Canadian citizens and permanent residents
- Athletes in national or international competition
Who is not eligible
- Athletes receiving another provincial or territorial athlete assistance program
- Master’s athletes and professional athletes
- Athletes in sports not funded through Sport Canada’s framework
- Athletes with an anti-doping rule violation ruling
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Applications from athletes already receiving another provincial or territorial athlete assistance award
- Master’s competitions and professional leagues
- Sports or disciplines outside major Games or not funded through Sport Canada’s Sport Funding Framework
- Athletes ruled ineligible due to an anti-doping rule violation
Eligible geographic areas
- New Brunswick
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are reviewed by the Performance Excellence Council.
- Eligibility may be assessed in consultation with national and provincial sport organizations.
- The Council makes the final decision when eligibility is unclear.
- Applicants must agree to fulfill training and competition commitments.
- Successful applicants may have their names published in government or Sport New Brunswick reports and websites.
Additional information
- Applications are reviewed quarterly.
- Applicants may apply any time, but only once per fiscal year.
- Support may depend on input from national and provincial sport organizations.
- Applicants may need to provide activity and success reports when applying again.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the New Brunswick Athlete Assistance Program (NBAAP) Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the New Brunswick Athlete Assistance Program (NBAAP). 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 New Brunswick Athlete Assistance Program (NBAAP)?
The program provides annual financial support for eligible New Brunswick athletes competing at the national and international levels. Funding ranges from $750 to $6,000, depending on athlete tier and competition status.
How much funding can be received?
New Brunswick Athlete Assistance Program (NBAAP) Funds up to $6,000 of admissible expenses.
Who is eligible for the New Brunswick Athlete Assistance Program (NBAAP) program?
To be eligible for the New Brunswick Athlete Assistance Program (NBAAP) program, you must:
New Brunswick athlete
Active national or international competitor
Member of a sport organization
What expenses are eligible under New Brunswick Athlete Assistance Program (NBAAP)?
Support for athletes selected for national or international competition
Support for athletes training in recognized national team programs
Support for athletes progressing toward national team selection
Who can I contact for more information about the New Brunswick Athlete Assistance Program (NBAAP)?
You can contact Government of New Brunswick by email at info@sportnb.com.
Where is the New Brunswick Athlete Assistance Program (NBAAP) available?
The New Brunswick Athlete Assistance Program (NBAAP) program is available the province of New Brunswick.
Is the New Brunswick Athlete Assistance Program (NBAAP) a grant, loan, or tax credit?
New Brunswick Athlete Assistance Program (NBAAP) is a Grant and Funding