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ViaSport - Northern BC Coaching and Officiating Development Fund

Q: Who is eligible for the ViaSport - Northern BC Coaching and Officiating Development Fund program?

To be eligible for the ViaSport - Northern BC Coaching and Officiating Development Fund program, you must: Northern BC sport organization, affliliated with viaSport.

Q: Where is the ViaSport - Northern BC Coaching and Officiating Development Fund available?

The ViaSport - Northern BC Coaching and Officiating Development Fund program is available across Canada.

Last Update: March 4, 2026

Canada

Supports coaching and officiating development activities in Northern BC.

Grant and Funding

Processing And Agreement

Other info

Overview

This grant provides financial assistance of up to $2,500 to local sport organizations in Northern BC for coaching and officiating development. It aims to increase accessibility to training and certification courses, supporting community sports programs and volunteer engagement.

At a glance

Funding available

Financing goals

Obtain certifications

Develop employee skills

Eligible Funding

Maximum amount : 2,000 $

Timeline

Unspecified

Eligible candidates

Eligible Industries

All industries

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

Sports

Target groups

All the groups

Revenue structures

100% donations / grants

Scope

Local

Activities funded

Funding supports activities related to coaching and officiating training, certification, and development sessions.

Examples of admissible projects:

$ 1,500

Enhancing sports facilities to encourage youth participation and health

Documents Needed

Application form, proof of organization affiliation and good standing, project description, and a detailed budget if available.

Eligibility

Be a local sport organization operating in Northern BC within Zones 7 or 8, affiliated with a viaSport Designated Sport Organization, and in good standing.

Who is eligible?

Local sport organizations operating in Northern BC within Zones 7 and 8
Organizations affiliated with a viaSport Designated Sport Organization and in good standing

Who is not eligible

Organizations outside Zones 7 and 8 in Northern BC
Organizations not affiliated or in good standing with viaSport

Eligible expenses

Costs related to coaching and officiating training and certification courses.

Eligible geographic areas

Zones 7 and 8 within Northern British Columbia

Selection criteria

The organization’s affiliation and good standing within viaSport
The potential impact of the project on local sports development
The clarity and relevance of the project proposal

How to apply

Register with viaSport’s portal or apply through the designated application process.Prepare and submit the application form along with supporting documentation.Await notification of application review outcome within four to six weeks.Sign the funding agreement if approved.Use the funds to support approved coaching and officiating development activities, submitting receipts and reports as required.

Processing and Agreement

Applications will be reviewed within four to six weeks of submission.
Recipients will be notified of their approval status via email or official communication.
Approved organizations must sign a funding agreement before receiving funds.
Fund disbursement is contingent on compliance with program conditions and submission of necessary documentation.
Progress and financial reporting may be required during and after project completion.

Additional information

Recipients must demonstrate that the funding will directly support coaching and officiating development activities, primarily by reducing training and certification costs.

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Frequently Asked Questions about the ViaSport - Northern BC Coaching and Officiating Development Fund Program

Here are answers to the most common questions about the ViaSport - Northern BC Coaching and Officiating Development Fund. 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.