Sport Support Program - Canadian Sport Centre (CSC))

Who is eligible?

• Federally incorporated not-for-profit organizations designated as Canadian Sport Centres
• Provincially or territorially incorporated not-for-profit organizations designated as Canadian Sport Centres

Who is not eligible

• For-profit businesses are not eligible.
• Organizations not incorporated at the federal or provincial/territorial level are ineligible.
• Entities that are not designated members of the Canadian Olympic and Paralympic Sport Institute Network (COPSIN) cannot apply.

Eligible expenses

• Salary and benefits of coaches and technical directors, in accordance with Sport Canada's funding requirements.

Eligible geographic areas

• Canada

• Step 1: Request Application Package
  • Contact the Sport Support Program of Canadian Heritage by email at contributionssportcanada@pch.gc.ca or by phone to request the official application package.
• Step 2: Prepare Application Package
  • Complete the Application Form provided in the package.
  • Gather all required supporting documents, including:
    • Proof of incorporation
    • Independently audited or board-approved financial statements with an auditor’s letter for the past fiscal year
    • Business plan or strategic plan (or equivalent)
    • Operational plan (or equivalent)
• Step 3: Submit Application
  • Ensure the application package is complete and meets all eligibility requirements.
  • Email the full application package to contributionssportcanada@pch.gc.ca before the deadline (no later than 11:59 p.m. local time on December 11, 2024).
• Step 4: Confirmation and Follow-Up
  • Contact the Sport Support Program by phone or email for inquiries or confirmation of receipt if needed.
  • Retain any confirmation received for your records.

• Applications are reviewed for eligibility first.
• Eligible applications are then evaluated against the program criteria.
• Funding decisions are based on the number and quality of applications received and the funds available.
• Applicants are notified by letter of any request outcome.
• A funding agreement is required before payment, and a final report must be submitted at the end of the project.

• Application deadline is December 11, 2024, and submissions must be received by 11:59 p.m. local time on that date to be considered.
• Application packages must include proof of incorporation, audited or board-approved financial statements with auditor's letter, a business or strategic plan, and an operational plan.
• Guides and resources are available to assist with the application, including funding requirements for coaching and technical leadership salaries, and guidelines for public acknowledgement of financial support.
• Agents are available to answer questions about the program Monday to Friday, from 7:30 am to 6:30 pm (ET).