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Ontario 400th Celebrations Program
Funding for cultural and tourism events celebrating Francophone heritage in Ontario
Last Update: March 4, 2026
Funding available
Varies by project
Timeline
- Closing date : February 11, 2015
Location
Ontario, Canada
Overview
The Ontario 400th Celebrations Program provides project-based funding of up to $1.4 million to community organizations, municipalities, and other eligible groups. This program supports local cultural and tourism events that commemorate the 400th anniversary of the francophone presence in Ontario.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Increase social or community impact
- Raise awareness or mobilize a population
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Timeline
- Closing date : February 11, 2015
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Information and cultural industries
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
- Other services (except public administration)
- Public administration
Location
- Ontario
Legal structures
- Non-profit
- Public or Parapublic institution
- For-profit business
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Language Minorities
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
- Culture and Arts
- Economic, Social and Community Development
- Diversity and Inclusion
Target groups
- General public
- Rural / Remote communities
- Business owners / entrepreneurs
- Artists / creatives
- Nonprofits / charities
- Minority groups
Revenue structures
- All structures
Scope
- Local
- Municipal
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Planning and organizing local cultural events commemorating the 400th anniversary of francophone presence in Ontario.
- Hosting tourism events to attract visitors celebrating francophone heritage.
- Community-led initiatives highlighting the contributions of Franco-Ontarians.
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Community organizations
- Municipalities
- Other entities wishing to organize cultural or tourism events
Eligible geographic areas
- Communities located within the province of Ontario, Canada.
Additional information
- The dataset of funded projects is available in both English and French.
- The program focused on commemorating the 400th anniversary of Francophone presence in Ontario through events in 2015.
- The total available funding under the program was up to $1.4 million.
- Events marked the anniversary of Samuel de Champlain’s passage through Ontario.
Frequently Asked Questions about the Ontario 400th Celebrations Program Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the Ontario 400th Celebrations Program. 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 Ontario 400th Celebrations Program?
The Ontario 400th Celebrations Program provides project-based funding of up to $1.4 million to community organizations, municipalities, and other eligible groups. This program supports local cultural and tourism events that commemorate the 400th anniversary of the francophone presence in Ontario.
Who is eligible for the Ontario 400th Celebrations Program program?
To be eligible for the Ontario 400th Celebrations Program program, you must:
Open to community organizations, municipalities, and others
Event must commemorate the 400th anniversary of francophone presence in Ontario
What expenses are eligible under Ontario 400th Celebrations Program?
Planning and organizing local cultural events commemorating the 400th anniversary of francophone presence in Ontario.
Hosting tourism events to attract visitors celebrating francophone heritage.
Community-led initiatives highlighting the contributions of Franco-Ontarians.
Who can I contact for more information about the Ontario 400th Celebrations Program?
You can contact Ontario Ministry of Francophone Affairs.
Where is the Ontario 400th Celebrations Program available?
The Ontario 400th Celebrations Program program is available the province of Ontario.
Is the Ontario 400th Celebrations Program a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Ontario 400th Celebrations Program is a Grant and Funding
Who are the financial supporters of the Ontario 400th Celebrations Program?
Ontario 400th Celebrations Program is funded by Ontario Ministry of Francophone Affairs