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Official Languages Support Programs — Promotion of Linguistic Duality — Appreciation and Rapprochement

Supports bilingual dialogue and language learning

Offered by
Canadian Heritage

Record updated

Funding available
$ 5,000,000
Up to 100% of project cost
Deadline
Unspecified
Location
Canada
Who can apply
Registered Canadian non-profit organizations
See full eligibility

Overview

Official Languages Support Programs – Promotion of Linguistic Duality – Appreciation and Rapprochement supports Canadian non-profit organizations, associations, institutions, Canadian foundations, and Canadian for-profit organizations for non-profit activities, with funding of up to 100% of eligible expenses. It funds ongoing programming and innovative projects that promote second-language learning, bilingual dialogue, and appreciation of linguistic duality.

At a glance

Funding available

Maximum funding
$5,000,000
Maximum share of project costs
100%
Financing goals
  • Develop strategic partnerships
  • Develop a new program or service
  • Increase social or community impact
  • Enhance an existing program
  • Strengthen organizational capacity
  • Raise awareness or mobilize a population
  • Conduct research or evaluation activities

Eligible candidates

Location
  • Canada
Eligible Industries
All industries
Annual revenue
All revenue ranges
Organisation size
All organization sizes
Audience
  • Language Minorities
  • Canadians
Legal structures
Non-profit, For-profit business
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
Culture and Arts, Diversity and Inclusion
Target groups
General public, Minority groups
Revenue structures
100% donations / grants
Scope
Local, Regional, Provincial, National

Receipt of requests is now closed

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Availability timeline

2026
Periods: 1

Latest changes

Programming intake paused for 2027-2028

Programming funding now shows no call for proposals for 2027-2028, no applications are being received for the moment, Step 2 is limited to invited applicants, and advisor hours have changed.

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The programming funding section now says there will be no call for proposals for the 2027-2028 fiscal year and that no applications are being received for the moment. Step 2 of the application process now applies only to applicants whose project proposals were selected and who are invited to submit a complete funding application. The contact section also updates advisor availability from 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. to 7:30 a.m. to 6:30 p.m. (ET).

Official source: canada.ca
July 28, 2026

Eligibility

Who is eligible?

  • Registered Canadian non-profit organizations
  • Associations, institutions, or Canadian foundations
  • Canadian for-profit organizations only for non-profit activities

Who is not eligible

  • Individuals
  • Government organizations

Eligible expenses

  • Implementation and delivery costs for activities that promote the two official languages
  • General administrative costs linked to funded activities

Ineligible Costs and Activities

  • Expenses related to activities of international scope
  • Expenses incurred before the application is received

Activities funded

  • Regular and continuous programming activities that promote the two official languages
  • Innovative projects with one-time activities that promote the two official languages
  • Activities that strengthen relations between francophones and anglophones
  • Activities that develop best practices or address current issues
  • Activities that create opportunities to experience linguistic duality in different forms

How to apply

  • Step 1: Request the letter of intent form and submit it by email with the organization and project title in the subject line.
  • Step 2: If shortlisted, complete and sign the funding application form and attach all required supporting documents.
  • Step 3: Send the complete application package by email to the program address before the deadline.

Documents Needed

  • Letter of intent form
  • Completed and signed application form
  • Project or programming description
  • Supporting documents required by the program
  • Incorporation proof or incorporation application, if applicable

Selection criteria

  • The project is linked to the sub-stream objectives.
  • The proposed activities are relevant to the situation described.
  • The expected results have a real impact on the target audience.
  • The proposed performance measures are relevant and the budget is proportional to the planned activities.
  • The applicant has the capacity to carry out the activities, the activities are supported by diverse and quality partners and funding sources, and the project shows ongoing commitment to promoting linguistic duality in Canada, if applicable.

Processing and Agreement

  • The program acknowledges receipt of the letter of intent within 10 business days.
  • If no acknowledgement is received within 10 business days, applicants must contact the program.
  • The project proposal is assessed and applicants are informed of the result within 20 business days of receipt of the letter of intent.
  • Only retained project proposals are invited to submit a complete funding application, and incomplete applications are rejected.
  • Funding and eligibility decisions are final; grants may require a report or results evaluation at project end, and contributions require a final report.

Contacts

dglo-olsp@pch.gc.ca
1-866-811-0055
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Frequently Asked Questions about the Official Languages Support Programs — Promotion of Linguistic Duality — Appreciation and Rapprochement Program

What is the Official Languages Support Programs — Promotion of Linguistic Duality — Appreciation and Rapprochement?

Official Languages Support Programs – Promotion of Linguistic Duality – Appreciation and Rapprochement supports Canadian non-profit organizations, associations, institutions, Canadian foundations, and Canadian for-profit organizations for non-profit activities, with funding of up to 100% of eligible expenses. It funds ongoing programming and innovative projects that promote second-language learning, bilingual dialogue, and appreciation of linguistic duality.

How much funding can be received?

Official Languages Support Programs — Promotion of Linguistic Duality — Appreciation and Rapprochement Funds up to 100% of admissible expenses, capped at $5,000,000 per project.

Who is eligible for the Official Languages Support Programs — Promotion of Linguistic Duality — Appreciation and Rapprochement program?

To be eligible for the Official Languages Support Programs — Promotion of Linguistic Duality — Appreciation and Rapprochement program, you must: Canadian registered non-profit organizations Associations, institutions, or Canadian foundations Canadian for-profit organizations only for non-profit activities

What expenses are eligible under Official Languages Support Programs — Promotion of Linguistic Duality — Appreciation and Rapprochement?

Implementation and delivery costs for activities that promote the two official languages General administrative costs linked to funded activities

Who can I contact for more information about the Official Languages Support Programs — Promotion of Linguistic Duality — Appreciation and Rapprochement?

You can contact Canadian Heritage by email at dglo-olsp@pch.gc.ca or by phone at 1-866-811-0055.

Where is the Official Languages Support Programs — Promotion of Linguistic Duality — Appreciation and Rapprochement available?

The Official Languages Support Programs — Promotion of Linguistic Duality — Appreciation and Rapprochement program is available across Canada.

Is the Official Languages Support Programs — Promotion of Linguistic Duality — Appreciation and Rapprochement a grant, loan, or tax credit?

Official Languages Support Programs — Promotion of Linguistic Duality — Appreciation and Rapprochement is a Grant and Funding