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Sponsorship Programs

Q: Who is eligible for the Sponsorship Programs program?

To be eligible for the Sponsorship Programs program, you must: Positive community impact in Atlantic Canada Aligned with Atlantic Lottery priorities Supports culture, development, or wellness

Q: Where is the Sponsorship Programs available?

The Sponsorship Programs program is available across Canada.

Q: Is the Sponsorship Programs a grant, loan, or tax credit?

Sponsorship Programs is a Grant and Funding

Q: Who are the financial supporters of the Sponsorship Programs?

Sponsorship Programs is funded by Atlantic Lottery

Last Update: February 4, 2026

Canada

Sponsorship for community initiatives in Atlantic Canada

Grant and Funding

Processing And Agreement

Other info

Overview

Sponsorship support starts at $2,500 and amounts vary. It supports Atlantic Canadian community initiatives such as celebrations, festivals, and civic or charitable initiatives focused on culture and heritage, community and economic development, or wellness.

At a glance

Funding available

Financing goals

Increasing community impact

Develop strategic partnerships

Supporting volunteer engagement

Eligible Funding

Minimum amount : 2,500 $

Timeline

Closing date : March 1, 2026

Eligible candidates

Eligible Industries

Arts, entertainment and recreation

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

Culture and Arts
Economic, Social and Community Development
Not Elsewhere Classified

Target groups

All the groups

Revenue structures

All structures

Scope

All dimensions

Activities funded

Community and cultural celebrations
Large-scale events and festivals
Civic initiatives aligned with Atlantic Lottery’s values and priorities
Charitable initiatives aligned with Atlantic Lottery’s values and priorities
Initiatives promoting culture and heritage, community and economic development, or wellness

Examples of admissible projects:

$ 15,000

Three-day culture and heritage festival with accessible community programming

$ 12,000

Two-day wellness and innovation summit with accessible community workshops

Eligibility

The initiative must make a positive impact in Atlantic Canadian communities.
The initiative must align with Atlantic Lottery’s values and priorities.
The initiative should support and promote at least one focus area: culture and heritage, community and economic development, or wellness.

Eligible geographic areas

Atlantic Canada

Processing and Agreement

Applicants are notified on the 1st day of the month following the deadline.

Additional information

Atlantic Lottery indicates that 100% of its profits are returned to the Atlantic provinces.
Sponsorship focuses on initiatives aligned with Atlantic Lottery’s values and priorities.

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Frequently Asked Questions about the Sponsorship Programs Program

Here are answers to the most common questions about the Sponsorship Programs. 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.