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Stream Two — Sport for Social Development in Indigenous Communities
Funding for Indigenous sport and recreation projects
Last Update: May 16, 2026
Funding available
$ 249,999
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Location
Gatineau, Outaouais, Quebec, Canada
Overview
This program provides up to CAD 249,999 over two years to support Indigenous-led sport and recreation projects. It funds culturally relevant activities that help Indigenous communities improve health, education, employability, and reduce at-risk behaviour.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Develop strategic partnerships
- Develop team skills
- Develop a new program or service
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 249,999 $
- Up to 100% of project cost
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
Location
- Gatineau
- Outaouais
- Quebec
Legal structures
- Non-profit
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Indigenous Peoples
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
- Sports
- Other Recreation and Social Clubs
- Civic and Advocacy Organizations
Target groups
- Indigenous peoples
- People with disabilities
- Women & girls
- LGBTQ+ community
- Rural / Remote communities
Revenue structures
- 100% donations / grants
Scope
- National
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Sport, recreation, and physical activity projects for Indigenous communities.
- Culturally relevant activities that support social development goals.
- Training sessions, workshops, and community events or competitions.
- Projects designed around community-identified needs and priorities.
Documents Needed
- Completed application form
- Supporting documents, if applicable
- Proof of incorporation for not-for-profit organizations
- Most recent financial statements for requests of CAD 100,000 or more
Official resources
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- First Nation or Band Council
- Tribal Council
- Inuit community
- Métis Nation or government
- Indigenous-controlled not-for-profit organization
Who is not eligible
- Provincial or territorial Aboriginal sport bodies
- The Aboriginal Sport Circle
Eligible expenses
- General administration costs, up to 10% of total funding.
- Salaries, fees, and related benefits for project staff.
- Project operations such as facility rental, travel, equipment, workshops, and promotion.
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- High-performance sport and athlete development activities.
- Individual grants or scholarships.
- Capital costs such as land, buildings, construction, or renovations.
- Fundraising activities.
- Medals, trophies, awards, incentives, and banquets.
Eligible geographic areas
- Canada
Selection criteria
- Clear project need and impact, weighted 50%.
- Clear project description and activities, weighted 20%
- Clear project success and outcomes plan, weighted 20%
- Clear budget and financial information, weighted 10%
- Priority for grassroots, community-based, rural, and remote projects.
How to apply
- Step 1: Read the application guidelines
- Review the full guidelines before starting.
- Step 2: Request the application form
- Email the program to receive the form.
- Step 3: Complete the application package
- Fill out, sign, and date the form.
- Attach all required supporting documents.
- Step 4: Submit by email
- Send the complete package electronically in fillable PDF format.
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are first reviewed for eligibility after the deadline.
- Eligible applications are scored and then assessed by an external Indigenous review committee.
- The review committee makes funding recommendations by consensus.
- Applicants are notified when funding decisions are made.
- If approved, a contribution agreement must be signed before payment.
- Interim reports and a final report are required during and after the project.
Additional information
- Applications are reviewed by an Indigenous-led external committee.
- Applicants may be contacted for clarification during review.
- The program is oversubscribed, so funding is not guaranteed.
- A contribution agreement sets the conditions for payment.
Contacts
Other components of this program
Explore related funding streams and grants that belong to the same program.
- Sport for Social Development in Indigenous Communities — Stream OneAnnual funding for Indigenous sport and social goals
- Stream Three — Sport for Social Development in Indigenous CommunitiesFunding for Indigenous-led sport and recreation projects
Frequently Asked Questions about the Stream Two — Sport for Social Development in Indigenous Communities Program
What is the Stream Two — Sport for Social Development in Indigenous Communities?
This program provides up to CAD 249,999 over two years to support Indigenous-led sport and recreation projects. It funds culturally relevant activities that help Indigenous communities improve health, education, employability, and reduce at-risk behaviour.
How much funding can be received?
Stream Two — Sport for Social Development in Indigenous Communities Funds up to 100% of admissible expenses, capped at $249,999 per project.
Who is eligible for the Stream Two — Sport for Social Development in Indigenous Communities program?
To be eligible for the Stream Two — Sport for Social Development in Indigenous Communities program, you must:
Eligible Indigenous applicant
Supports social development goals
Serves Indigenous communities in Canada
What expenses are eligible under Stream Two — Sport for Social Development in Indigenous Communities?
Sport, recreation, and physical activity projects for Indigenous communities.
Culturally relevant activities that support social development goals.
Training sessions, workshops, and community events or competitions.
Projects designed around community-identified needs and priorities.
Who can I contact for more information about the Stream Two — Sport for Social Development in Indigenous Communities?
You can contact Government of Canada by email at sportcanada.ssdsca-ssdic.sportcanada@pch.gc.ca or by phone at 819-997-0055.
Where is the Stream Two — Sport for Social Development in Indigenous Communities available?
The Stream Two — Sport for Social Development in Indigenous Communities program is available Outaouais, Quebec.
Is the Stream Two — Sport for Social Development in Indigenous Communities a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Stream Two — Sport for Social Development in Indigenous Communities is a Grant and Funding