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Support to Inclusive Governance in Ukraine
Support for inclusive governance in Ukraine
Latest source updateLast Update: April 27, 2026Latest change: The grant page now presents a full call with eligibility rules, application steps, funding terms, scope, and a submission deadline.View change
Latest source update
Last Update: April 27, 2026
Latest change: The grant page now presents a full call with eligibility rules, application steps, funding terms, scope, and a submission deadline.
Support to Inclusive Governance in Ukraine updated
The page has changed from a Q&A-style notice to a full call for concept notes with detailed instructions. It now includes the application deadline, two-stage process, required documents, portal submission instructions, funding range, project duration, and cost-sharing conditions. The scope and eligibility criteria are also much more specific, including the target geography of Ukraine, the three eligible inclusive governance areas, organization eligibility rules, and project experience requirements. The earlier cancellation notice remains visible, so applicants should review the full page carefully for the current call requirements.
Funding available
$ 10,000,000 - $ 15,000,000
Deadline
November 18, 2021
Location
Canada
Overview
Up to CAD 30 million was available over 5 years for projects in Ukraine. The program supported inclusive governance initiatives focused on civic engagement, local governance, and public administration reform.
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At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Develop strategic partnerships
- Increase social or community impact
- Enhance an existing program
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 15,000,000 $
- Minimum amount : 10,000,000 $
Funds Providers
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Location
- Canada
Legal structures
- For-profit business
- Public or Parapublic institution
- Non-profit
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- All groups
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
- Social Services
- Civic and Advocacy Organizations
- International Activities
- Diversity and Inclusion
Target groups
- Women & girls
- Nonprofits / charities
- Community leaders
- Minority groups
Revenue structures
- 100% donations / grants
Scope
- International
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Support to civil society organizations and citizen engagement, including civic education
- Support to local governance and regional development reforms
- Support to public administration reform and inclusive policymaking
Documents Needed
- Organization Attestation form
- Logic Model form
- Local Partner information form
- Financial statements
Official resources
Program guide
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Incorporated Canadian organizations
Who is not eligible
- Canadian provincial, territorial, and municipal governments and their institutions, organizations and agencies.
- Other Canadian government departments and crown corporations.
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Flow-through funds.
- Large capital expenditures or equipment leases of $100,000 or more per item.
- Costs deemed by Global Affairs Canada to be ineligible for overhead compensation.
Eligible geographic areas
- Ukraine
Selection criteria
- Alignment with the call objectives
- Fit with the priority areas selected by the call
- Quality of the technical design
- Ability to complement existing programming
- Past experience and organizational capacity
How to apply
- Step 1
- Review the call page and eligibility requirements.
- Confirm the project fits the call parameters.
- Step 2
- Prepare the concept note and required supporting documents.
- Complete the Logic Model and Local Partner information form.
- Obtain the Organization Attestation and financial statements.
- Step 3
- Register or log in to Partners@International.
- Create the proposal in the portal.
- Upload all required documents.
- Step 4
- Validate the form and ensure all documents are complete.
- Submit the package before the deadline.
- Wait for the initial review and follow-up communication from Global Affairs Canada.
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are first checked for eligibility.
- Eligible concept notes are assessed on merit.
- Only a limited number of organizations are invited to submit a full proposal.
- Funding is decided after review of the full proposal and due diligence.
- Applicants are notified if their application is ineligible or not selected.
Additional information
- The call was cancelled due to the situation in Ukraine.
- Global Affairs Canada may fund up to 3 proposals.
- Applicants should submit at least 3 working days before the deadline to avoid technical issues.
- Only applications submitted through Partners@International will be considered.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Support to Inclusive Governance in Ukraine Program
What is the Support to Inclusive Governance in Ukraine?
Up to CAD 30 million was available over 5 years for projects in Ukraine. The program supported inclusive governance initiatives focused on civic engagement, local governance, and public administration reform.
How much funding can be received?
Support to Inclusive Governance in Ukraine Funds up to $15,000,000 of admissible expenses.
Who is eligible for the Support to Inclusive Governance in Ukraine program?
To be eligible for the Support to Inclusive Governance in Ukraine program, you must:
Legally incorporated organization
Registered in Partners@International
Project in Ukraine
What expenses are eligible under Support to Inclusive Governance in Ukraine?
Support to civil society organizations and citizen engagement, including civic education
Support to local governance and regional development reforms
Support to public administration reform and inclusive policymaking
Who can I contact for more information about the Support to Inclusive Governance in Ukraine?
You can contact Global Affairs Canada (GAC) by email at IGUkraineGI@international.gc.ca.
Where is the Support to Inclusive Governance in Ukraine available?
The Support to Inclusive Governance in Ukraine program is available across Canada.
Is the Support to Inclusive Governance in Ukraine a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Support to Inclusive Governance in Ukraine is a Grant and Funding