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ViaSport - BC Sport Participation Program: Community Sport Program Development Fund
Community sport participation support in British Columbia
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Latest source updateLast Update: October 1, 2026Latest change: The Fall 2026 CSPD guidelines now show an October 15, 2026 deadline, eligible program dates of November 1, 2026 to March 31, 2027, and updated application questions and exclusions.View change
Latest source update
Last Update: October 1, 2026
Latest change: The Fall 2026 CSPD guidelines now show an October 15, 2026 deadline, eligible program dates of November 1, 2026 to March 31, 2027, and updated application questions and exclusions.
CSPD Fall 2026 guidelines updated
The newly published Fall 2026 Community Sport Development Fund guidelines now show applications due by 5:00 pm PST on October 15, 2026, for programs running November 1, 2026 through March 31, 2027. The guidelines also update the review criteria and application questions, add a preference for applicants that did not receive CSPD funding in the prior two intakes, and state that one-time try-it days are not eligible. They also require budget revenue beyond the grant and ask for more detail on participant barriers, community engagement, instructor screening and qualifications, and partner support.
Funding available
$ 1,000 - $ 3,000
Deadline
Unspecified
Location
British Columbia, Canada
Overview
Community Sport Program Development Spring 2026 supports community sport in British Columbia through viaSport British Columbia for registered not-for-profit societies. It funds community-based amateur sport programs with organized sport activities that create new sport participation opportunities in local communities.
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At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Increase social or community impact
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 3,000 $
- Minimum amount : 1,000 $
Funds Providers
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Location
- British Columbia
Legal structures
- Non-profit
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- All groups
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
- Sports
Target groups
- All the groups
Revenue structures
- 100% donations / grants
Scope
- Local
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Availability timeline
2026
Periods: 3
Activities funded
- Community-based amateur sport programming
- Programs that create new participation opportunities
Documents Needed
- Online application form
- Organization information and contact details
- Program description and goals
- Project budget and expense breakdown
- Instructor qualifications and partner details, if applicable
Official resources
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Registered not-for-profit societies
- Local Sport Organizations affiliated and in good standing of a viaSport Designated Sport Organization
- Municipalities, Community Centres, Clubs, and Associations that directly deliver organized sport programs in their community
- Indigenous Bands or Community Associations
- viaSport Designated Sport Organizations may only apply in the Programming for Equity Deserving Groups category for community level programming
Who is not eligible
- Organizations that are not registered not-for-profit societies
- Organizations that do not directly deliver organized sport programs
- Programs offered only to an organization’s existing membership
Eligible expenses
- Coach, instructor, and official training
- Equipment purchase or refurbishment
- Program delivery costs tied to expanding participation
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Tournaments, competitions, and athlete travel fees
- One-time try it days
- Programs that provide services solely to an organization’s existing membership or activities not open to the public
- General operating expenses, capital expenditures, deficits incurred from past activities, prizes or awards, and re-granting programs
- Political or religious activities
Eligible geographic areas
- British Columbia
Selection criteria
- Merit of the application, scope of programming, availability of funding, and equitable geographic or demographic distribution
- Preference is given to applicants that have not previously received funding within the last two CSPD grant intakes (12-month period)
- Preference is also given to organizations that tailor their delivery to offer specific outreach and programming directed to equity deserving groups, including Indigenous peoples, persons with a disability, women and girls, members of 2SLGBTQ+ community, racialized individuals and low-income families
- Ability to expand sport participation
- Sustainability and quality sport principles
How to apply
- Complete the online application form.
- Create an account to apply, or use your existing account if you have applied through the online portal before.
- Save and review your application before submission, as you will not be able to modify it after.
- Save the notification email confirming your submission.
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are reviewed after submission by a panel of sport sector experts.
- Only eligible applications are reviewed.
- Funding decisions are based on the program’s assessment criteria and available funding.
- Applicants are notified of the outcome within four to six weeks after the submission deadline.
Additional information
- Only one application per organization is accepted.
- Successful applicants may need to submit a post-grant report or survey.
- Approved awards are typically paid by direct deposit after the grant letter is signed.
- Unused project funds must be returned to viaSport.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the ViaSport - BC Sport Participation Program: Community Sport Program Development Fund Program
What is the ViaSport - BC Sport Participation Program: Community Sport Program Development Fund?
Community Sport Program Development Spring 2026 supports community sport in British Columbia through viaSport British Columbia for registered not-for-profit societies. It funds community-based amateur sport programs with organized sport activities that create new sport participation opportunities in local communities.
How much funding can be received?
ViaSport - BC Sport Participation Program: Community Sport Program Development Fund Funds up to $3,000 of admissible expenses.
Who is eligible for the ViaSport - BC Sport Participation Program: Community Sport Program Development Fund program?
To be eligible for the ViaSport - BC Sport Participation Program: Community Sport Program Development Fund program, you must:
Registered not-for-profit societies
Community-based amateur sport programs with organized sport activities
Programs that create new sport participation opportunities
What expenses are eligible under ViaSport - BC Sport Participation Program: Community Sport Program Development Fund?
Community-based amateur sport programming
Programs that create new participation opportunities
Who can I contact for more information about the ViaSport - BC Sport Participation Program: Community Sport Program Development Fund?
You can contact BC Sport Agency by email at grants@viasport.ca.
Where is the ViaSport - BC Sport Participation Program: Community Sport Program Development Fund available?
The ViaSport - BC Sport Participation Program: Community Sport Program Development Fund program is available the province of British Columbia.
Is the ViaSport - BC Sport Participation Program: Community Sport Program Development Fund a grant, loan, or tax credit?
ViaSport - BC Sport Participation Program: Community Sport Program Development Fund is a Grant and Funding