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City of St. John's — Meeting, Convention and Sporting Event Grants
Funding for hosted meetings, conventions, and sporting events
Funding available
$ 1,500
Deadline
Open continuously
Location
St. John's, Newfoundland and Labrador, Canada
Who can apply
Non-profit groups and organizations seeking financial assistance for meetings, conventions, or sporting events hosted in St. John's.
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Overview
City of St. John's Meeting, Convention and Sporting Event Grants provide financial assistance to non-profit groups and organizations hosting eligible meetings, conventions, or sporting events in St. John's. Support is for Atlantic Canadian, national, or international events with delegates, athletes, coaches, and officials from outside the province, including meetings, conventions, and sporting events.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- No objectives are currently available
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 1,500 $
Funds Providers
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Location
- St. John's
- Newfoundland and Labrador
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
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Determine your project
Availability timeline
2026
Periods: 1
Activities funded
- Hosting meetings, conventions, and sporting events in St. John's.
Documents Needed
- A detailed event budget.
- Confirmation of delegates broken down by geographic location.
- Any additional supporting documentation requested by the Department of Community Services.
Official resources
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Non-profit groups and organizations seeking financial assistance for meetings, conventions, or sporting events hosted in St. John's.
- Organizations based in the province that are partnering with the primary host organization.
Eligible geographic areas
- St. John's
- the province
How to apply
- Complete the Meeting, Convention, or Sporting Event Grant Application.
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are reviewed by the Supervisor, Tourism and Special Events and approved by the DCM, Community Services.
- Grant funds will only be released once confirmation of delegate registration details has been received.
- Any change to the organization's program delivery requires prior approval from the City of St. John's.
- Applicants agree to publicly acknowledge funding and assistance by the City of St. John's.
Other components of this program
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- City of St. John's — Capital GrantsFacility construction and renovation support
- City of St. John's — Community Grants — Community OrganizationsSupport for local community organizations
- City of St. John's — Community Grants — Special Events and FestivalsCity funding for local community events and festivals
- City of St. John's — Community Grants — Sporting OrganizationsYouth sport support in St. John's
Frequently Asked Questions about the City of St. John's — Meeting, Convention and Sporting Event Grants Program
What is the City of St. John's — Meeting, Convention and Sporting Event Grants?
City of St. John's Meeting, Convention and Sporting Event Grants provide financial assistance to non-profit groups and organizations hosting eligible meetings, conventions, or sporting events in St. John's. Support is for Atlantic Canadian, national, or international events with delegates, athletes, coaches, and officials from outside the province, including meetings, conventions, and sporting events.
How much funding can be received?
City of St. John's — Meeting, Convention and Sporting Event Grants Funds up to $1,500 of admissible expenses.
What is the deadline to apply?
The program is accepting continuous intake
Who is eligible for the City of St. John's — Meeting, Convention and Sporting Event Grants program?
To be eligible for the City of St. John's — Meeting, Convention and Sporting Event Grants program, you must:
The event must be hosted in St. John's.
At least 75 percent of delegates, athletes, coaches, and/or officials must be from outside the province.
Applications must be received at least 14 days before the scheduled event.
What expenses are eligible under City of St. John's — Meeting, Convention and Sporting Event Grants?
Hosting meetings, conventions, and sporting events in St. John's.
Where is the City of St. John's — Meeting, Convention and Sporting Event Grants available?
The City of St. John's — Meeting, Convention and Sporting Event Grants program is available the province of Newfoundland and Labrador.
Is the City of St. John's — Meeting, Convention and Sporting Event Grants a grant, loan, or tax credit?
City of St. John's — Meeting, Convention and Sporting Event Grants is a Grant and Funding