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The Novartis Health Equity Initiative
Supports health equity projects for women and gender-diverse people
Last Update: June 8, 2026
Funding available
$ 500,000
Timeline
- Open Date : May 14, 2026
- Closing date : June 19, 2026
Location
Canada
Overview
The Novartis Health Equity Initiative supports community-led projects that improve health equity in Canada. It provides a shared $250,000 funding pool for initiatives focused on women and gender-diverse people’s health equity.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Increase social or community impact
- Develop strategic partnerships
- Raise awareness or mobilize a population
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 500,000 $
Timeline
- Open Date : May 14, 2026
- Closing date : June 19, 2026
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Health care and social assistance
Location
- Canada
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
- Community-led health equity projects.
- Projects addressing social determinants of health.
- Projects improving timely access, earlier diagnosis, and respectful care.
Documents Needed
- Project and team overview
- Transparent and sustainable budget
- Evaluation plan with measurable outcomes
Official resources
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Duly registered charitable organizations in Canada
- Duly registered non-profit organizations in Canada
Who is not eligible
- Individuals
- Organizations outside Canada
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Activities already completed or past events
- Equipment, textbooks, infrastructure, and operating costs
- Legal or litigation costs
- Entertainment, gifts, and promotional items
- Activities outside Canada or not aligned with the program’s goals
Eligible geographic areas
- Canada
Selection criteria
- Level of community engagement and involvement
- Inclusion of people with lived experience in project design and implementation
- Equity potential and expected health impact
- Project feasibility and sustainability beyond the initiative
How to apply
- Step 1: Review the guidelines
- Check the program guidelines and eligibility criteria.
- Prepare the organization and project information required for the application.
- Step 2: Complete the online application
- Fill in the applicant information section.
- Provide the project information requested in the form.
- Step 3: Submit online
- Use the online application portal to send the application.
- Submit before the deadline.
Processing and Agreement
- Shortlisted organizations may be contacted to assess alignment between funding requested and expected impact.
- Funding decisions will be confirmed by October 2026.
- Funding distribution is expected by December 2026.
Additional information
- Application assistance is available by email.
- Shortlisted organizations may be contacted to confirm alignment.
- Final award amounts may differ from initial requests.
Frequently Asked Questions about the The Novartis Health Equity Initiative Program
What is the The Novartis Health Equity Initiative?
The Novartis Health Equity Initiative supports community-led projects that improve health equity in Canada. It provides a shared $250,000 funding pool for initiatives focused on women and gender-diverse people’s health equity.
How much funding can be received?
The Novartis Health Equity Initiative Funds up to $500,000 of admissible expenses.
What is the deadline to apply?
The application deadline for this grant program was June 19, 2026.
Who is eligible for the The Novartis Health Equity Initiative program?
To be eligible for the The Novartis Health Equity Initiative program, you must:
Registered Canadian charity or non-profit
Clear health equity objectives
Project with community involvement
What expenses are eligible under The Novartis Health Equity Initiative?
Community-led health equity projects.
Projects addressing social determinants of health.
Projects improving timely access, earlier diagnosis, and respectful care.
Who can I contact for more information about the The Novartis Health Equity Initiative?
You can contact Novartis Pharmaceuticals Canada Inc..
Where is the The Novartis Health Equity Initiative available?
The The Novartis Health Equity Initiative program is available across Canada.