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New Brunswick Athlete Assistance Program (NBAAP)
Financial support for eligible New Brunswick athletes
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- Funding available
- $ 750 - $ 6,000
- Deadline
- Open continuously
- 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.
At a glance
Funding available
- Maximum funding
- $6,000
- Minimum funding
- $750
- Increase social or community impact
- Attract or retain talent
- Raise awareness or mobilize a population
Eligible candidates
- Location
- New Brunswick
- Eligible Industries
- All industries
- Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
- Organisation size
- All organization sizes
- Audience
- Canadians
- Legal structures
- All legal structures
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Availability timeline
2026
Periods: 1
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- New Brunswick athletes
- Canadian citizens or permanent residents of Canada
- Members in good standing of their provincial sport organization
- Athletes actively competing in national and/or international competitions
- Athletes participating in a year-round competitive and training program
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
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
How to apply
- Step 1: Complete the application form
- Fill in personal, training, academic, and competition information.
- Select the tier that best matches your current status.
- Attach supporting documents where required.
- Step 2: Submit by email
- Send the completed application to Sport New Brunswick by email.
- Use “NBAAP” as the subject line.
- Ensure the application is complete before submission.
Documents Needed
- NBAAP application form
- Endorsement from the national sport organization, where required
- Supporting document confirming the requested tier and subcategory, where required
Selection criteria
- Athlete tier and competitive achievement
- Selection to represent Canada in eligible events
- Progress toward national team status
- Input from national and provincial sport organizations
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.
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Frequently Asked Questions about the New Brunswick Athlete Assistance Program (NBAAP) Program
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.
What is the deadline to apply?
The program is accepting continuous intake
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
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