Open
Last Update: June 23, 2026
Funding available
Varies by project
Timeline
- Open continuously
Location
Alberta, Canada
Overview
Take the Lead supports Albertan girls and women pursuing leadership in sport and recreation through InMotion Network. It can fund training, course fees, professional development, certification, clinics, equipment, travel, lodging, and meals.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Develop team skills
- Increase social or community impact
- Enhance an existing program
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Timeline
- Open continuously
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Location
- Alberta
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
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Training and coaching-related activities
- Professional development and certification activities
- Clinics and education courses
Documents Needed
- Certification certificates
- Expense receipts
- Photographs or videos of participation
Official resources
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Individuals applying through Alberta-based not-for-profit or charity organizations in good standing
- Women in the coach category, the official category, or the sport/recreation administrator category
- InMotion Network members
Who is not eligible
- Athletes in pursuit of personal achievement in sport
Eligible expenses
- Training, course fees, professional development, professional certification, and clinics
- Equipment
- Travel, lodging, and meals
- Course registration fees, course supplies, accommodations, transportation, and meals
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Physical activity projects and recreational initiatives
- Capital items
- Wages and salaries related to administration, staff, or the recipient
- Personal, social, or promotional items
- Volunteer appreciation
Eligible geographic areas
- Alberta
Selection criteria
- How the project addresses barriers to leadership opportunities for women and girls in Alberta
- Whether the budget aligns with the project outcomes
- How the project will impact future leadership opportunities for girls and women in the organization and community
- Whether the application expenses fit within the guidelines
How to apply
- Submit the application through the online Take the Lead application form.
Processing and Agreement
- Successful candidates are notified within 30 days of each application deadline.
- Projects must be completed within one year of the application deadline.
Additional information
- Applications are accepted in two intakes per year.
- If submitted outside the intake periods, applications will not be reviewed until the next deadline.
- Applicants will be notified within 30 days of the application deadline.
- Projects must be completed within one year of the application deadline.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Take the Lead Funding Program
What is the Take the Lead Funding?
Take the Lead supports Albertan girls and women pursuing leadership in sport and recreation through InMotion Network. It can fund training, course fees, professional development, certification, clinics, equipment, travel, lodging, and meals.
Who is eligible for the Take the Lead Funding program?
To be eligible for the Take the Lead Funding program, you must:
The applicant must be an Alberta-based not-for-profit or charity organization in good standing.
Individual applicants must apply through a host not-for-profit organization.
Applicants must be InMotion Network members, or contact InMotion if membership cost is a barrier.
What expenses are eligible under Take the Lead Funding?
Training and coaching-related activities
Professional development and certification activities
Clinics and education courses
Who can I contact for more information about the Take the Lead Funding?
You can contact InMotion Network by email at info@inmotionetwork.org or by phone at 780.644.5613.
Where is the Take the Lead Funding available?
The Take the Lead Funding program is available the province of Alberta.
Is the Take the Lead Funding a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Take the Lead Funding is a Grant and Funding
Who are the financial supporters of the Take the Lead Funding?
Take the Lead Funding is funded by InMotion Network