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ViaSport - BC Sport Participation Program: Community Sport Program Development Fund
Funding for community sport participation in BC
Last Update: May 15, 2026
Funding available
$ 1,000 - $ 3,000
Timeline
- Open Date : May 15, 2026
- Closing date : June 15, 2026
Location
British Columbia, Canada
Overview
The Community Sport Program Development Fund supports community sport initiatives in British Columbia that improve access and increase participation. Eligible organizations can request funding between $1,000 and $3,000 for community-based amateur sport programs that create new participation opportunities.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Increase social or community impact
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 3,000 $
- Minimum amount : 1,000 $
Timeline
- Open Date : May 15, 2026
- Closing date : June 15, 2026
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
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?
- Local Sport Organizations affiliated with a viaSport Designated Sport Organization
- Municipalities, community centres, clubs, and associations that directly deliver organized sport programs
- Indigenous bands or community associations
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
- Programs serving only existing members
- General operating expenses
- Tournaments, competitions, and athlete travel fees
- Capital expenditures such as renovation, construction, or computer equipment
- Political or religious activities
Eligible geographic areas
- British Columbia
Selection criteria
- Merit of the application and scope of programming
- Ability to expand sport participation
- Projected impact and alignment with the fund’s purpose
- Sustainability and community partnership capacity
- Long-term participant development and qualified instructors
How to apply
- Step 1: Create an account
- Access the online application portal.
- Use an existing account if you have applied before.
- Step 2: Complete the application
- Fill in organization details, program information, and budget information.
- Provide any required instructor and partner details.
- Step 3: Review and submit
- Review the application before submitting.
- Submit through the online portal before the deadline.
- Save the confirmation email after 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.
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?
The Community Sport Program Development Fund supports community sport initiatives in British Columbia that improve access and increase participation. Eligible organizations can request funding between $1,000 and $3,000 for community-based amateur sport programs that create new participation opportunities.
How much funding can be received?
ViaSport - BC Sport Participation Program: Community Sport Program Development Fund Funds up to $3,000 of admissible expenses.
What is the deadline to apply?
The application deadline for this grant program was June 15, 2026.
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 society
Community-based amateur sport program
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
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