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Other Initiatives Program (OIP) - Alberta - Canada
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Other Initiatives Program (OIP)

Supports urgent, community-focused projects benefiting the public interest
Government of Alberta
Women and Gender Equality Canada (WAGE)
Last Update: March 6, 2026
Funding available
No Condition
Timeline
  • Open continuously
Location
Alberta, Canada

Overview

The Other Initiatives Program (OIP) offers unrestricted financial support for unique community-based projects in Alberta that fall outside other Community Grants streams, with no set maximum funding amount. Eligible activities include one-time events, emergency or urgent projects, and international disaster relief initiatives.
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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
  • No Condition
Timeline
  • Open continuously

Eligible candidates

Eligible Industries
  • Educational services
  • Health care and social assistance
  • Arts, entertainment and recreation
  • Other services (except public administration)
  • Public administration
Location
  • Alberta
Legal structures
  • Non-profit
  • Public or Parapublic institution
Annual revenue
  • All revenue ranges
Organisation size
  • All organization sizes
Audience
  • Indigenous Peoples
  • Rural or Northern Residents
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
  • All industries
Target groups
  • All the groups
Revenue structures
  • All structures
Scope
  • All dimensions

Next steps

1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility

Activities funded

  • One-time community-based projects or events that do not qualify under other Community Grants programs.
  • International disaster relief initiatives.
  • Projects that respond to emergencies or urgent community needs.

Eligibility

Who is eligible?

  • Registered community non-profit organizations in Alberta
  • First Nations or Metis Settlements in Alberta
  • Foundations regulated under Alberta’s Regional Health Authorities Act
  • Universities, colleges, or institutes as defined under Alberta’s Post-Secondary Learning Act

Who is not eligible

  • Municipalities
  • For-profit organizations
  • Organizations not registered under eligible Alberta acts or regulations
  • Organizations with overdue or incomplete grant accounting/reporting with Arts, Culture and Status of Women
  • Individuals

Eligible expenses

  • Concrete expenses associated with the implementation of one-time projects that are not eligible for other community grant programs.
  • Expenses incurred for emergency relief initiatives or in cases of disaster at the provincial, national, or international level.
  • Specific eligible expenses approved by program staff, based on costs deemed necessary and directly related to the proposed project.

Eligible geographic areas

  • Non-profit community organizations registered in Alberta
  • First Nations or Métis settlements in Alberta
  • Foundations established and regulated in Alberta
  • Universities, colleges, or institutes as defined by the Alberta Post-secondary Learning Act

Additional information

  • There is no minimum or maximum funding amount that can be requested; funding is based on need and community benefit.
  • Organizations may only receive funding for one project per fiscal year through OIP.
  • Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis and the review process takes approximately three months.
  • Recipients must retain records for seven years from the date of notification letter of file closure from Program staff.

Contacts

CommunityGrants@gov.ab.ca
1-800-642-3855

Frequently Asked Questions about the Other Initiatives Program (OIP) Program

Here are answers to the most common questions about the Other Initiatives Program (OIP). 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 Other Initiatives Program (OIP)?

The Other Initiatives Program (OIP) offers unrestricted financial support for unique community-based projects in Alberta that fall outside other Community Grants streams, with no set maximum funding amount. Eligible activities include one-time events, emergency or urgent projects, and international disaster relief initiatives.

Who is eligible for the Other Initiatives Program (OIP) program?

To be eligible for the Other Initiatives Program (OIP) program, you must: Must be a registered non-profit organization in Alberta, in good standing under specified Acts. Eligible for First Nations, Métis Settlements, certain foundations, and Alberta post-secondary institutions. Must have an Alberta address regularly monitored by an active member.

What expenses are eligible under Other Initiatives Program (OIP)?

One-time community-based projects or events that do not qualify under other Community Grants programs. International disaster relief initiatives. Projects that respond to emergencies or urgent community needs.

Who can I contact for more information about the Other Initiatives Program (OIP)?

You can contact Government of Alberta by email at CommunityGrants@gov.ab.ca or by phone at 1-800-642-3855.

Where is the Other Initiatives Program (OIP) available?

The Other Initiatives Program (OIP) program is available the province of Alberta.

Is the Other Initiatives Program (OIP) a grant, loan, or tax credit?

Other Initiatives Program (OIP) is a Grant and Funding

Who are the financial supporters of the Other Initiatives Program (OIP)?

Other Initiatives Program (OIP) is funded by Government of Alberta, Women and Gender Equality Canada (WAGE)

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