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Last Update: May 6, 2026
Funding available
Varies by project
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Location
Montréal, Quebec, Canada
Overview
Women in Leisure offers free training and mentoring to help organizations reduce gender stereotypes and promote equality. It supports activities related to leadership, animation, training, and management in the leisure sector.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Increase social or community impact
- Enhance an existing program
- Improve governance or administrative structure
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
Location
- Montréal
- Quebec
Legal structures
- Non-profit
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Women
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
- Culture and Arts
- Sports
- Other Recreation and Social Clubs
- Primary and Secondary Education
- Other Education
- Social Services
- Economic, Social and Community Development
- Employment and Training
- Civic and Advocacy Organizations
- Diversity and Inclusion
Target groups
- Women & girls
Revenue structures
- All structures
Scope
- National
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
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Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Online training on gender equality in leisure.
- Mentoring for women aiming for leadership or board roles.
- Customized support for organizations.
- Training on non-stereotyped animation, training, and management practices.
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- People working in the leisure sector.
- Women in leisure.
- Leisure organizations and their staff.
- Managers, trainers, animators, and board members in leisure.
Eligible geographic areas
- Quebec
Additional information
- Free training and mentoring are available.
- Customized support may be offered for local, regional, or national organizations.
- The program is supported by the Secrétariat à la condition féminine.
- The DAFA training has been enhanced through this program to better support inclusive animation practices.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Women in leisure Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the Women in leisure. 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.
What is the Women in leisure?
Women in Leisure offers free training and mentoring to help organizations reduce gender stereotypes and promote equality. It supports activities related to leadership, animation, training, and management in the leisure sector.
Who is eligible for the Women in leisure program?
To be eligible for the Women in leisure program, you must:
People working in leisure.
Organizations seeking gender equality.
Women in leisure and allies.
What expenses are eligible under Women in leisure?
Online training on gender equality in leisure.
Mentoring for women aiming for leadership or board roles.
Customized support for organizations.
Training on non-stereotyped animation, training, and management practices.
Who can I contact for more information about the Women in leisure?
You can contact Quebec Leisure Council by email at infocql@loisirquebec.com or by phone at 514-252-3132.
Where is the Women in leisure available?
The Women in leisure program is available Montréal, Quebec.
Who are the financial supporters of the Women in leisure?
Women in leisure is funded by Quebec Leisure Council