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Sports Support Program - National Multisport Services Organization
Funding for national multisport organizations supporting Canadian sport community
Last Update: June 10, 2026
Funding available
Varies by project
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Location
Canada
Overview
The Sport Support Program – National Multisport Services Organization provides financial assistance to eligible not-for-profit organizations delivering nationwide sport-related programs, services, and activities that benefit the Canadian sport community. The program funds initiatives ranging from sport support services and broad participation to national standardized sport programs, though a maximum funding amount is not specified.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Increase social or community impact
- Improve governance or administrative structure
- Develop strategic partnerships
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
Location
- Canada
Legal structures
- Non-profit
- Public or Parapublic institution
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- All groups
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
- Sports
- Other Recreation and Social Clubs
Target groups
- General public
- Nonprofits / charities
Revenue structures
- All structures
Scope
- Provincial
- National
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- National sport programs and services for the multisport community.
- Support for national multisport events, Canadian post-secondary championships, and domestic leagues.
- Support for Canadian teams preparing for or participating in international games.
Documents Needed
- Application Form
- Proof of incorporation
- Independently audited or board-approved financial statements for the past fiscal year
- Auditor’s letter, if available
- Business/Strategic Plan and Operational Plan
Official resources
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Federally incorporated not-for-profit organizations
- Provincially incorporated not-for-profit organizations
- Territorially incorporated not-for-profit organizations
- National multisport services organizations
Who is not eligible
- Organizations operating in motorized sports, games of skill, e-sports, or other non-recognized competitive activities.
Eligible expenses
- Salary, fees, benefits, and professional development for coaches and technical leadership.
- General administration, governance, and operations costs.
- Program delivery, training, travel, facility rental, equipment, and related support costs.
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Sports using motorized propulsion as part of competition.
- Games of skill and e-sports.
- Professional or commercial sports outside recognized federation jurisdiction.
- Related forms or adaptations of sports not treated as distinct sports.
- Organizations organizing activities outside a national sport governing body.
Eligible geographic areas
- Canada
Selection criteria
- Clear objectives and measurable results.
- Value for money.
- Merit of the project against funding objectives.
- Compliance of expenses with project definitions.
- Projects must not be part of day-to-day operations.
How to apply
- Step 1:
- Contact the program to request the application package.
- Step 2:
- Complete the Application Form.
- Prepare the required supporting documents.
- Step 3:
- Email the complete package to contributionssportcanada@pch.gc.ca.
- Use the required email title format for your organization name.
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are reviewed for eligibility and then evaluated against program criteria.
- Funding decisions are made based on the number and quality of applications received.
- Applicants are notified by letter of any exemption or conditional approval decisions for coaching requests.
- A funding agreement must be signed before payment is made.
- Interim and final reports may be required.
Additional information
- Application packages must include independently audited or board-approved financial statements with an auditor’s letter for the past fiscal year.
- The application deadline is December 11, 2024, and submission emails must be sent by 11:59 pm local time on that date.
- Application guidelines and public acknowledgement guidance are available to aid in preparing submissions.
- Agents are available to answer inquiries Monday to Friday, from 7:30 am to 6:30 pm (ET).
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Sports Support Program - National Multisport Services Organization Program
What is the Sports Support Program - National Multisport Services Organization?
The Sport Support Program – National Multisport Services Organization provides financial assistance to eligible not-for-profit organizations delivering nationwide sport-related programs, services, and activities that benefit the Canadian sport community. The program funds initiatives ranging from sport support services and broad participation to national standardized sport programs, though a maximum funding amount is not specified.
Who is eligible for the Sports Support Program - National Multisport Services Organization program?
To be eligible for the Sports Support Program - National Multisport Services Organization program, you must:
Federally or provincially/territorially incorporated not-for-profit organization in good standing
Must meet the definition of a National Multisport Services Organization
What expenses are eligible under Sports Support Program - National Multisport Services Organization?
National sport programs and services for the multisport community.
Support for national multisport events, Canadian post-secondary championships, and domestic leagues.
Support for Canadian teams preparing for or participating in international games.
Who can I contact for more information about the Sports Support Program - National Multisport Services Organization?
You can contact Canadian Heritage by email at contributionssportcanada@pch.gc.ca or by phone at 819-997-0055.
Where is the Sports Support Program - National Multisport Services Organization available?
The Sports Support Program - National Multisport Services Organization program is available across Canada.
Is the Sports Support Program - National Multisport Services Organization a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Sports Support Program - National Multisport Services Organization is a Grant and Funding
Who are the financial supporters of the Sports Support Program - National Multisport Services Organization?
Sports Support Program - National Multisport Services Organization is funded by Canadian Heritage