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Sport Development Grant
Support for local sport development initiatives
Latest source updateLast Update: June 27, 2026Latest change: The Sport Development Grant page now shows 2026 eligibility, priorities, costs ineligible for funding, and key application dates.View change
Latest source update
Last Update: June 27, 2026
Latest change: The Sport Development Grant page now shows 2026 eligibility, priorities, costs ineligible for funding, and key application dates.
Sport Development Grant details now visible
The Sport Development Grant details are now visible, including eligibility for incorporated non-profit organizations that provide accessible and inclusive sport programs in Oakville, along with funding priorities for coaching development, program expansion, and sustaining existing programs. The application period is listed as open April 15, 2026 and close May 31, 2026, with assessment in June 2026 and grants awarded by July 31, 2026. The page also identifies ineligible operating and administration costs and clarifies that equipment requests must directly support the sport or program.
Funding available
Varies by project
Deadline
May 31, 2026
Opened April 15, 2026
Location
Manitoba, Canada
Overview
The Sport Development Grant supports eligible non-profit organizations in Oakville to grow local sport. It helps fund coach training, program development and expansion, and resources that strengthen community sport.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Develop team skills
- Develop a new program or service
- Increase social or community impact
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Funds Providers
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Location
- Manitoba
Legal structures
- Non-profit
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Indigenous Peoples
- Youth (<40)
- Startups
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
- Sports
- Other Recreation and Social Clubs
Target groups
- General public
- Children & youth
- Young adults
- Seniors
- People with disabilities
- Business owners / entrepreneurs
- Nonprofits / charities
- Low-income individuals / families
Revenue structures
- All structures
Scope
- Local
- Regional
- Provincial
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Training for administrators, coaches, officials, referees, or judges (e.g., NCCP, HIGH FIVE®)
- Creating new inclusive sport programs or expanding existing ones to improve community access
- Volunteer training and development
- Developing program resources
Documents Needed
- Proposed budget
- Expected participant numbers
Official resources
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Incorporated non-profit organizations
Who is not eligible
- For-profit businesses
- Organizations without incorporated non-profit status
Eligible expenses
- Training and development for administrators, coaches, officials, referees, judges, and volunteers.
- Program development, enhancement, expansion, and resources.
- Equipment directly supporting the sport or program.
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- General operating and administration costs.
- Office equipment, supplies, rent, and utilities.
- Advertising, promotions, printing, and fees.
- Travel, meals, entertainment, accommodation, salaries, consultant fees, and insurance.
- General program equipment not linked to funding priorities.
Eligible geographic areas
- Oakville community
Selection criteria
- Proposals with clear, measurable outcomes that strengthen community sport in Oakville will be given priority.
How to apply
- Step 1: Prepare application
- Gather participant numbers.
- Prepare the proposed budget.
- Step 2: Complete online form
- Fill out the Sport Development Grant form online.
- Step 3: Submit application
- Send the application through the online form.
- Request help if another way to apply is needed.
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are collected by the Town of Oakville and reviewed by the Sport Oakville board, with assistance from Town of Oakville staff.
- Proposals are evaluated against the criteria and priorities in these guidelines.
- Recommendations are provided to the Town of Oakville for approval.
- Proposals that will receive financial support are notified in writing.
Additional information
- The Town of Oakville may audit how grant recipients use their awarded funds.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Sport Development Grant Program
What is the Sport Development Grant?
The Sport Development Grant supports eligible non-profit organizations in Oakville to grow local sport. It helps fund coach training, program development and expansion, and resources that strengthen community sport.
What is the deadline to apply?
The application deadline for this grant program was May 31, 2026.
Who is eligible for the Sport Development Grant program?
To be eligible for the Sport Development Grant program, you must:
Incorporated non-profit organization
Provide sport programs that are accessible and inclusive to the Oakville community
What expenses are eligible under Sport Development Grant?
Training for administrators, coaches, officials, referees, or judges (e.g., NCCP, HIGH FIVE®)
Creating new inclusive sport programs or expanding existing ones to improve community access
Volunteer training and development
Developing program resources
Who can I contact for more information about the Sport Development Grant?
You can contact Sport Manitoba by email at jonathan.doherty@sportmanitoba.ca or by phone at (204) 925-5637.
Where is the Sport Development Grant available?
The Sport Development Grant program is available the province of Manitoba.
Is the Sport Development Grant a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Sport Development Grant is a Grant and Funding