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ViaSport - Hosting BC
Support for sport event hosting in British Columbia
Latest source updateLast Update: July 6, 2026Latest change: The Hosting BC guidelines now show a lower maximum award, narrowed applicant categories, and a new application link.View change
Latest source update
Last Update: July 6, 2026
Latest change: The Hosting BC guidelines now show a lower maximum award, narrowed applicant categories, and a new application link.
Hosting BC funding and eligibility updated
The Hosting BC guidelines now show funding up to $20,000 instead of up to $35,000, and the program description now says the Province of BC invests $500,000 annually. The application portal has also changed to a new Apply link, and the intake cadence is now described as three times per year.
Funding available
$ 1,000 - $ 20,000
Deadline
January 31, 2026
Location
British Columbia, Canada
Overview
Hosting BC supports sport event hosting in British Columbia for eligible not-for-profit organizations through the Province of BC and viaSport. It funds event operating costs for sanctioned competitions, including international, national, provincial, regional, and invitational events.
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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 : 20,000 $
- 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
- Indigenous Peoples
- Youth (<40)
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
- Sports
Target groups
- All the groups
Revenue structures
- 100% donations / grants
Scope
- Provincial
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Hosting International, National, Western, Provincial, Regional, and Invitational sporting events
Documents Needed
- Completed online application form
- Event budget using the required template
- References, including a point person from the PSO, NSO, or ISPARC sanctioning the event
Official resources
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- National Sport Organizations
- viaSport Designated Sport Organizations
- Local Sport Organizations affiliated and in good standing with a viaSport Designated Sport Organization
- Recognized BC universities or colleges
- Indigenous community associations
- Non-Designated Sport Organizations supported by a Provincial or National Sport Organization
Eligible expenses
- Event operating costs
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Events that are unconfirmed or still in the bidding process
- Sport festivals or participation focused events
- BC Elementary, Middle, and High School Championship events
- Hosting multi-sport events
- Sport development or training camps
- Provincial, national, or international conferences, congresses, symposiums, Annual General Meetings, etc.
- Capital expenditures, gifting, and prize money
Selection criteria
- Merit of application
- Scope of programming
- Availability of funding
- Equitable geographic or demographic distribution
- Sport development, community development, economic impact, and diversity, equity, inclusion considerations
How to apply
- Complete the online application form.
- Create an account to apply, or use your existing account if you have applied through the portal before.
- Save your application and return to it later if needed.
- Review your application before submission, as it cannot be modified after submission.
- Submit the application through the online portal.
- Save the notification email confirming your submission.
Processing and Agreement
- Eligible applications are reviewed by a review panel consisting of sport sector experts.
- The panel bases its recommendations and funding levels on the eligibility and assessment criteria in the guidelines, with guidance from viaSport.
- Applicants may be asked to provide additional supporting information at the discretion of viaSport staff or the review panel.
- Successful candidates are required to submit a post-grant report or survey.
- Successful applicants may be asked to participate in follow-up communications at the discretion of the viaSport grants team.
- Approved awards are paid by direct deposit (EFT) after the grant letter is signed by the intended recipient.
Additional information
- Successful candidates are required to submit a post-grant report or survey.
- Successful applicants may be asked to participate in follow-up communications at the discretion of the viaSport grants team.
- The Province of BC and viaSport can publish the applicant or organization’s name.
- Successful candidates may be required to properly acknowledge viaSport and government support.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the ViaSport - Hosting BC Program
What is the ViaSport - Hosting BC?
Hosting BC supports sport event hosting in British Columbia for eligible not-for-profit organizations through the Province of BC and viaSport. It funds event operating costs for sanctioned competitions, including international, national, provincial, regional, and invitational events.
How much funding can be received?
ViaSport - Hosting BC Funds up to $20,000 of admissible expenses.
Who is eligible for the ViaSport - Hosting BC program?
To be eligible for the ViaSport - Hosting BC program, you must:
Registered not-for-profit society
Event in British Columbia
Sanctioned by a recognized organization
What expenses are eligible under ViaSport - Hosting BC?
Hosting International, National, Western, Provincial, Regional, and Invitational sporting events
Who can I contact for more information about the ViaSport - Hosting BC?
You can contact BC Sport Agency by email at grants@viasport.ca.
Where is the ViaSport - Hosting BC available?
The ViaSport - Hosting BC program is available the province of British Columbia.
Is the ViaSport - Hosting BC a grant, loan, or tax credit?
ViaSport - Hosting BC is a Grant and Funding