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The Multiculturalism and Anti-Racism Program — Projects component, Anti-Racism Call
Funding for anti-racism and inclusion initiatives
Last Update: May 16, 2026
Funding available
$ 1,000,000
Timeline
- Closing date : December 4, 2024
Location
Quebec, Canada
Overview
This program supports anti-racism initiatives that promote diversity, inclusion, and systemic change in Canada. It funds eligible community-based projects such as mentoring, skills development, training materials, partnerships, workshops, and new anti-racism policies or services.
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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 : 1,000,000 $
Timeline
- Closing date : December 4, 2024
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Information and cultural industries
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
Location
- Quebec
Legal structures
- All legal structures
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- All groups
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Mentorships and internships
- Skills development initiatives
- Training materials, tools, and sessions
- Network and partnership development
- Workshops, knowledge sharing, and anti-racism policy development
Documents Needed
- Signed application form
- Signed declaration/attestation
- Balanced budget using the program template
- Signed application checklist
- Most recent financial statements
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Canadian not-for-profit organizations, associations, and unincorporated groups
- Canadian public institutions outside the federal government
- Provincial, territorial, regional, and municipal governments and agencies
- Indigenous not-for-profit organizations
- Indigenous governments, band councils, and tribal councils
Who is not eligible
- Organizations that discriminate or promote prejudice
- Organizations that support offensive content or discourse
- Organizations that undermine Canada’s Anti-Racism Strategy
- Organizations that undermine the Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedoms or the Canadian Human Rights Act
Eligible expenses
- Salaries and benefits
- Consultant fees
- Rental of office space and equipment not normally used in daily operations
- Publicity, domestic travel, hospitality, liability insurance, and event-related costs
- Evaluation, audit, administration, and overhead costs
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Director’s fees for board or governing body members
- Capital costs and renovations, except essential computer equipment
- Annual general meetings and regular board meetings, including related travel
- Ongoing production of newsletters, newspapers, magazines, journals, radio, or television broadcasts
- Religious or politically partisan activities
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are reviewed by a committee and compared with other funding requests
- Eligibility, project merit, and available funds are taken into account
- Applicants are acknowledged within two weeks of receipt
- Funding decisions are final
- If approved, a funding agreement may apply for contributions
Additional information
- Applications are highly competitive and funding is not guaranteed.
- Only one application may be submitted per organization.
- Activities funded under other MARP components cannot be funded again for the same activities.
- Recipients must publicly acknowledge Government of Canada support in English and French.
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Frequently Asked Questions about the The Multiculturalism and Anti-Racism Program — Projects component, Anti-Racism Call Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the The Multiculturalism and Anti-Racism Program — Projects component, Anti-Racism Call. This section explains what the program is, how much funding is available, eligibility requirements, application deadlines, and other important details to help you determine if this grant is right for your business.
What is the The Multiculturalism and Anti-Racism Program — Projects component, Anti-Racism Call?
This program supports anti-racism initiatives that promote diversity, inclusion, and systemic change in Canada. It funds eligible community-based projects such as mentoring, skills development, training materials, partnerships, workshops, and new anti-racism policies or services.
How much funding can be received?
The Multiculturalism and Anti-Racism Program — Projects component, Anti-Racism Call Funds up to $1,000,000 of admissible expenses.
Who is eligible for the The Multiculturalism and Anti-Racism Program — Projects component, Anti-Racism Call program?
To be eligible for the The Multiculturalism and Anti-Racism Program — Projects component, Anti-Racism Call program, you must:
Eligible Canadian organization or group
Project must address systemic racism
Project must match program objectives
What expenses are eligible under The Multiculturalism and Anti-Racism Program — Projects component, Anti-Racism Call?
Mentorships and internships
Skills development initiatives
Training materials, tools, and sessions
Network and partnership development
Workshops, knowledge sharing, and anti-racism policy development
Who can I contact for more information about the The Multiculturalism and Anti-Racism Program — Projects component, Anti-Racism Call?
You can contact Government of Canada by email at financementpmlcr-fundingmarp@pch.gc.ca or by phone at 819-997-0055 1-866-811-0055.
Where is the The Multiculturalism and Anti-Racism Program — Projects component, Anti-Racism Call available?
The The Multiculturalism and Anti-Racism Program — Projects component, Anti-Racism Call program is available the province of Quebec.
Is the The Multiculturalism and Anti-Racism Program — Projects component, Anti-Racism Call a grant, loan, or tax credit?
The Multiculturalism and Anti-Racism Program — Projects component, Anti-Racism Call is a Partnering and Collaboration