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The Novartis Health Equity Initiative

Q: Who is eligible for the The Novartis Health Equity Initiative program?

To be eligible for the The Novartis Health Equity Initiative program, you must: Eligible organization Health equity project Underserved populations

Q: Who can I contact for more information about the The Novartis Health Equity Initiative?

You can contact Novartis Pharmaceuticals Canada Inc..

Q: Where is the The Novartis Health Equity Initiative available?

The The Novartis Health Equity Initiative program is available across Canada.

Q: Is the The Novartis Health Equity Initiative a grant, loan, or tax credit?

The Novartis Health Equity Initiative is a Grant and Funding

Q: Who are the financial supporters of the The Novartis Health Equity Initiative?

The Novartis Health Equity Initiative is funded by Novartis Pharmaceuticals Canada Inc.

Last Update: February 3, 2026

Canada

Support projects improving health equity in Canada

Grant and Funding

Novartis Pharmaceuticals Canada Inc.

Processing And Agreement

Other info

Overview

This funding supports Canadian projects that reduce health disparities and improve equitable access to healthcare, with total available funding of $500,000 CAD. Eligible activities focus on social and cultural inclusivity, health literacy and education, and addressing barriers faced by newly arrived immigrants.

At a glance

Funding available

Financing goals

Increasing community impact

Develop strategic partnerships

Raise awareness and mobilize the public

Eligible Funding

No Condition

Timeline

Closing date : June 16, 2025

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

Activities funded

Projects that improve social and cultural inclusivity in healthcare for underserved populations.
Health literacy and education initiatives that address lack of information and contradictory health advice.
Initiatives supporting newly arrived immigrants with culturally and linguistically appropriate health information and services.

Examples of admissible projects:

$ 48,000

Multilingual workshops to help newcomers navigate care and prevention

$ 75,000

Mobile health equity hub for Indigenous and disability-inclusive education

Eligibility

The applicant must be an eligible organization (as defined by the initiative).
The project must aim to improve health equity in Canada.
The project must address healthcare challenges faced by underserved or marginalized populations.

Who is eligible?

Eligible organizations with projects focused on health equity in Canada

Eligible geographic areas

Canada

Processing and Agreement

Funding decisions will be confirmed by October 2025.

Additional information

Total available funding is $500,000 CAD.
Funding decisions will be confirmed by October 2025.
The published deadline date was June 16, 2025.

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Frequently Asked Questions about the The Novartis Health Equity Initiative Program

Here are answers to the most common questions about the The Novartis Health Equity Initiative. 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.