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Ontario Power Generation - Province-wide Empowerment Grant Program
Last Update: February 4, 2026
Canada
Funding to support community, environmental, and reconciliation projects in Ontario
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
No objectives are currently available
Eligible Funding
- No Condition
Timeline
- Open Date : February 3, 2026
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Location
- Canada
Legal structures
- Non-profit
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- All groups
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
- Environment
Target groups
- All the groups
Revenue structures
- 100% donations / grants
Scope
- Local
Overview
The Province-wide Empowerment Grant Program provides financial support aimed at enhancing social, community, and environmental initiatives across Ontario. It offers funding for projects that demonstrate measurable positive outcomes in areas such as environmental preservation, reconciliation, community strength, and youth empowerment.
The program supports both one-time and multi-year projects through donations and sponsorships. Eligible organizations include registered charities, non-profit entities, indigenous organizations, band programs, and community groups that serve the designated regions of Ontario. It encourages projects that address pressing societal needs by aligning with the program's strategic pillars.
Activities funded
- Developing community programs to promote social cohesion
- Implementing environmental protection initiatives
- Supporting reconciliation and cultural engagement activities
- Organizing youth empowerment and education projects
Examples of admissible projects:
Enhancing manufacturing capacity through new equipment acquisition
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Registered charities in Ontario
- Not-for-profit organizations
- Indigenous organizations and communities
- Band Programs and Community Groups
Who is not eligible
Ineligible Costs and Activities
Eligible geographic areas
- Ontario
Selection criteria
- Project alignment with the focus funding areas
- Potential positive community impact
- Measurability of outcomes
- Organization’s capacity to deliver
How to apply
Contact the program team to discuss your proposal idea
Processing and Agreement
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