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Strengthening Civil Society and Democratic Spaces in the Indo-Pacific 2024-2028
Supports inclusive governance and human rights
Last Update: May 27, 2026
Funding available
$ 2,000,000 - $ 7,000,000
Timeline
- Closing date : November 28, 2023
Location
Canada
Overview
Up to $30 million is available over four years. The program supports civil society, inclusive governance, human rights, and gender equality projects in the Indo-Pacific region.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Develop strategic partnerships
- Increase social or community impact
- Improve governance or administrative structure
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 7,000,000 $
- Minimum amount : 2,000,000 $
Timeline
- Closing date : November 28, 2023
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Public administration
Location
- Canada
Legal structures
- Non-profit
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Indigenous Peoples
- Canadians
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
- Civic and Advocacy Organizations
- International Activities
- Diversity and Inclusion
Target groups
- Young adults
- Indigenous peoples
- People with disabilities
- Women & girls
- LGBTQ+ community
- Minority groups
Revenue structures
- 100% donations / grants
Scope
- International
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Strengthening civil society in the Indo-Pacific
- Promoting and protecting human rights
- Advancing inclusive governance
- Supporting gender equality and women’s empowerment
Documents Needed
- Validated concept note form
- Completed Logic Model form
- Separate financial statements for the two most recent fiscal years
- Signed Organization Attestation form
- Letter of Incorporation or proof of legal status
- Local Partner(s) Information form
Official resources
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Organizations legally incorporated in Canada
- Indigenous organizations in Canada
- Experienced Canadian organizations working in international development
Who is not eligible
- Organizations not legally incorporated in Canada
- Organizations without a Canada Revenue Agency business number
- Organizations that do not meet the required experience
- Non-signatory partners cannot be lead applicants
Eligible geographic areas
- Two or more ODA-eligible countries in the Indo-Pacific region
Selection criteria
- Alignment with the Call objectives and Canada’s Feminist International Assistance Policy
- Strength of the development challenge and solution
- Organization capacity and relevant recent experience
- Integration of gender equality, human rights, and environmental sustainability
- Localization, partnerships, and sustainability of results
How to apply
- Step 1: Register in Partners@International
- Create or confirm your organization profile in the portal.
- Ensure all signatory organizations are registered.
- Step 2: Prepare the application package
- Complete the concept note and Logic Model forms.
- Gather the required supporting documents.
- Step 3: Submit through the portal
- Upload all documents in Partners@International.
- Validate the forms and submit before the deadline.
- Step 4: Await review and follow-up
- Global Affairs Canada will review the concept note.
- Selected applicants may be invited to a full proposal stage.
Processing and Agreement
- Concept notes are reviewed first for eligibility and fit with the Call.
- Only a limited number of applicants are invited to submit a full proposal.
- Invited applicants are informed whether funding will be awarded after full proposal assessment.
- Funding decisions are based on merit and do not guarantee approval.
Additional information
- Only one concept note may be submitted per signatory.
- Invited applicants will have approximately eight weeks to submit a full proposal.
- Projects are expected to include local partners and a participatory approach.
- Global Affairs Canada may review prior performance and fiduciary risk.
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Frequently Asked Questions about the Strengthening Civil Society and Democratic Spaces in the Indo-Pacific 2024-2028 Program
What is the Strengthening Civil Society and Democratic Spaces in the Indo-Pacific 2024-2028?
Up to $30 million is available over four years. The program supports civil society, inclusive governance, human rights, and gender equality projects in the Indo-Pacific region.
How much funding can be received?
Strengthening Civil Society and Democratic Spaces in the Indo-Pacific 2024-2028 Funds up to $7,000,000 of admissible expenses.
Who is eligible for the Strengthening Civil Society and Democratic Spaces in the Indo-Pacific 2024-2028 program?
To be eligible for the Strengthening Civil Society and Democratic Spaces in the Indo-Pacific 2024-2028 program, you must:
Legally incorporated in Canada
Registered in Partners@International
Experienced in inclusive governance
What expenses are eligible under Strengthening Civil Society and Democratic Spaces in the Indo-Pacific 2024-2028?
Strengthening civil society in the Indo-Pacific
Promoting and protecting human rights
Advancing inclusive governance
Supporting gender equality and women’s empowerment
Who can I contact for more information about the Strengthening Civil Society and Democratic Spaces in the Indo-Pacific 2024-2028?
You can contact Global Affairs Canada (GAC) by email at correspondance.pid@international.gc.ca or by phone at none.
Where is the Strengthening Civil Society and Democratic Spaces in the Indo-Pacific 2024-2028 available?
The Strengthening Civil Society and Democratic Spaces in the Indo-Pacific 2024-2028 program is available across Canada.
Is the Strengthening Civil Society and Democratic Spaces in the Indo-Pacific 2024-2028 a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Strengthening Civil Society and Democratic Spaces in the Indo-Pacific 2024-2028 is a Grant and Funding