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Last Update: May 15, 2026
Funding available
$ 750
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Location
Ontario, Canada
Overview
Provides up to $750 for eligible CAF members and veterans. Supports sport, recreation, and creative equipment or memberships that promote active living and recovery.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Increase social or community impact
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 750 $
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
- Public administration
Location
- Ontario
Legal structures
- All legal structures
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Persons with Disabilities
- Canadians
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Purchasing equipment for sport and recreation.
- Purchasing equipment for creative hobbies and expression.
- Joining eligible activity memberships that support an active lifestyle.
Documents Needed
- Proof of eligibility document.
- Official quote from a recognized supplier.
- Void cheque or direct deposit form.
- Official receipt after purchase for reimbursement.
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Serving members of the Canadian Armed Forces.
- Veterans of the Canadian Armed Forces.
- In some cases, members of other government departments supporting CAF operations.
Who is not eligible
- Individuals who are not registered with Soldier On.
- Applicants outside designated application windows.
Eligible expenses
- Sporting or recreational equipment.
- Creative activity equipment, starter tools, and limited starter materials.
- One-time memberships such as gym, yoga, golf, or art studio memberships.
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Personal clothing and accessories.
- Sport drinks, supplements, and energy bars.
- Repairs, replacement parts, and ongoing replenishment of consumables.
- Motorized vehicles, firearms, hunting equipment, and e-sport subscriptions.
- Therapy-based, commercial, resale, home improvement, or professional development activities.
Eligible geographic areas
- Canada
- Regional coverage through Soldier On regions: NS/NL, NB/PEI, QC, NCR, E/ON, S/ON, MB/SK, AB/NC, and BC.
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are generally processed within 15 to 20 business days.
- Applications are reviewed case by case by Soldier On staff.
- Applicants receive written decision notice by email.
- Approval is required before any purchase is made.
- After approval, the receipt must be submitted for reimbursement.
Additional information
- Applications are accepted only during designated windows.
- The program may pause or close when funding limits are reached.
- Support is typically a one-time lifetime contribution.
- Applicants receive written decision notice by email.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Soldier On Grant Program Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the Soldier On Grant 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 Soldier On Grant Program?
Provides up to $750 for eligible CAF members and veterans. Supports sport, recreation, and creative equipment or memberships that promote active living and recovery.
How much funding can be received?
Soldier On Grant Program Funds up to $750 of admissible expenses.
Who is eligible for the Soldier On Grant Program program?
To be eligible for the Soldier On Grant Program program, you must:
Registered Soldier On member.
Serving member or veteran of the CAF.
Permanent service-related illness or injury.
What expenses are eligible under Soldier On Grant Program?
Purchasing equipment for sport and recreation.
Purchasing equipment for creative hobbies and expression.
Joining eligible activity memberships that support an active lifestyle.
Who can I contact for more information about the Soldier On Grant Program?
You can contact Soldier On by email at SoldierOnFund.FondsSansLimites@forces.gc.ca or by phone at 1-800-883-6094.
Where is the Soldier On Grant Program available?
The Soldier On Grant Program program is available the province of Ontario.
Is the Soldier On Grant Program a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Soldier On Grant Program is a Grant and Funding