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Last Update: February 3, 2026
Funding available
Varies by project
Timeline
- Open continuously
Location
Canada
Overview
Support is provided as in-kind train tickets, with no cash funding. It is intended to support Canadian community initiatives, events, fundraising campaigns, and activities aligned with VIA Rail’s partnership pillars.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Increase performance through digital transformation
- Increase social or community impact
- Develop strategic partnerships
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Timeline
- Open continuously
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
- 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
- Community projects that build ties and strengthen societal benefits
- Initiatives promoting diversity and inclusion
- Activities supporting sustainable mobility or smarter ways to move
- Innovation-focused initiatives with forward-thinking subjects or cutting-edge technologies
- Youth initiatives supporting learning, social involvement, civic responsibility, and leadership
- Canadian heritage initiatives that enrich knowledge of Canada’s culture and history
Eligibility
Who is not eligible
- Organizations seeking monetary contributions rather than in-kind train tickets
- Initiatives outside Canada
Eligible expenses
- In-kind train tickets provided as sponsorship support
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Monetary contributions (cash funding)
Eligible geographic areas
- Canada (Canadian initiatives only)
Processing and Agreement
- The sponsor assesses applications and commits to providing an answer at least 30 calendar days before the event.
Additional information
- Applications must be submitted at least 60 calendar days before the event.
- The sponsor commits to responding at least 30 calendar days before the event with its assessment.
- Support is aligned with the organization’s sustainable development and community engagement objectives.
- Sponsorships and partnerships are limited to Canadian initiatives.
Frequently Asked Questions about the Sponsorships & Partnerships Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the Sponsorships & Partnerships. 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 Sponsorships & Partnerships?
Support is provided as in-kind train tickets, with no cash funding. It is intended to support Canadian community initiatives, events, fundraising campaigns, and activities aligned with VIA Rail’s partnership pillars.
Who is eligible for the Sponsorships & Partnerships program?
To be eligible for the Sponsorships & Partnerships program, you must:
Canadian initiative
In-kind request (train tickets only)
Visibility or equal-value compensation
What expenses are eligible under Sponsorships & Partnerships?
Community projects that build ties and strengthen societal benefits
Initiatives promoting diversity and inclusion
Activities supporting sustainable mobility or smarter ways to move
Innovation-focused initiatives with forward-thinking subjects or cutting-edge technologies
Youth initiatives supporting learning, social involvement, civic responsibility, and leadership
Canadian heritage initiatives that enrich knowledge of Canada’s culture and history
Where is the Sponsorships & Partnerships available?
The Sponsorships & Partnerships program is available across Canada.
Is the Sponsorships & Partnerships a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Sponsorships & Partnerships is a Other Support
Who are the financial supporters of the Sponsorships & Partnerships?
Sponsorships & Partnerships is funded by VIA Rail Canada