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Public Lecture Grants
Funding for public animal welfare lectures
Last Update: May 26, 2026
Funding available
$ 2,000
Timeline
- Closing date : March 1, 2026
Location
Canada
Overview
This program provides up to $2,000 to support public lectures on animal welfare at Canadian universities. Funding can cover speaker travel, honorariums, venue rental, audio/visual equipment rental, and event marketing costs.
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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
- Maximum amount : 2,000 $
Timeline
- Closing date : March 1, 2026
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Educational services
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
- Higher Education
- Animal Protection
Target groups
- All the groups
Revenue structures
- All structures
Scope
- All dimensions
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Public lectures on animal welfare.
- Campus lecture events or symposia for public and student audiences.
Documents Needed
- Completed application form.
- Detailed lecture plan or 1-2 page proposal.
- Budget.
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Canadian universities.
- University faculties and host faculty members.
- Academic departments or centres with an interest in animal welfare.
Who is not eligible
- Non-university applicants.
- Organizations seeking funding for food or beverage service.
- Applicants requesting support for sponsorships, bursaries, or scholarships.
Eligible expenses
- Guest speaker travel and honorariums.
- Venue rental.
- Audio/visual equipment rental.
- Event marketing and promotion costs.
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Food and beverages.
- Event sponsorship.
- Bursaries and scholarships.
- Costs for projects already started or completed before application.
- Reimbursements for past events.
Eligible geographic areas
- Canada
Processing and Agreement
- Applications received by March 1 are reviewed for that year's cycle.
- Funding decisions are announced by the end of April.
- Grants are awarded only for events taking place after the final decision.
- Approved applications must comply with the AWFC Food Policy.
Additional information
- Applications can be submitted at any time.
- Forms received by March 1 are considered for that year's grant cycle.
- Funding decisions are announced by the end of April.
- Approved applications must follow the AWFC Food Policy.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Public Lecture Grants Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the Public Lecture Grants. 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 Public Lecture Grants?
This program provides up to $2,000 to support public lectures on animal welfare at Canadian universities. Funding can cover speaker travel, honorariums, venue rental, audio/visual equipment rental, and event marketing costs.
How much funding can be received?
Public Lecture Grants Funds up to $2,000 of admissible expenses.
Who is eligible for the Public Lecture Grants program?
To be eligible for the Public Lecture Grants program, you must:
Canadian universities and faculties
Animal welfare lecture projects
Public and student outreach
What expenses are eligible under Public Lecture Grants?
Public lectures on animal welfare.
Campus lecture events or symposia for public and student audiences.
Who can I contact for more information about the Public Lecture Grants?
You can contact Animal Welfare Foundation of Canada (AWFC) by email at info@awfc.ca.
Where is the Public Lecture Grants available?
The Public Lecture Grants program is available across Canada.
Is the Public Lecture Grants a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Public Lecture Grants is a Grant and Funding