Women's Program Canada

Women's Program

Canada
Removing barriers to ensure women's equality
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Grant and Funding
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  • Educational services
  • Health care and social assistance
  • Other services (except public administration)
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  • Government of Canada
  • Women and Gender Equality Canada
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Get money to cover eligible expenses for non-commercial projects that improve women's and girls' economic security and prosperity, that encourage their participation, leadership and decision-making roles, and that help end violence against women and girls

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This grant is facilitated by Women and Gender Equality Canada and targets all geographic areas within Canada. Eligibility is open to organizations operating at local, regional, and national levels without specific geographical limitations.
  • All provinces and territories in Canada.
  • Local communities throughout Canada.
  • Regional areas across Canada.
  • National initiatives within Canada.
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$60,000

Establish a support network for Indigenous women entrepreneurs

$70,000

Provide professional development workshops for women leaders

$70,000

Develop an awareness campaign to prevent domestic violence against women

$80,000

Develop a leadership training program for women in finance

$70,000

Implement a training program for women in technology

$60,000

Conduct a community research project addressing women's safety in public spaces

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Eligibility for these grants is determined by specific requirements related to the applicant's profile and proposed activities through Women's Program, GBV Program, and SSOGIE Program.
  • The applicant must be an eligible organization as defined by each specific program's criteria.
  • Projects must align with the priority areas such as improving women's economic security, leadership roles, and ending violence against women, or addressing gaps for specific populations experiencing gender-based violence.
  • Funding is provided for time-limited projects and not for ongoing operational costs.
  • For the Gender-Based Violence Program, priority is given to projects supporting Indigenous and underserved groups.

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Women and Gender Equality Canada (WAGE) offers several funding programs which are available to specific types of organizations. The eligible organizations include not-for-profit organizations, Indigenous organizations, and other groups working to improve gender equality and support survivors of gender-based violence.
  • Not-for-profit organizations
  • Indigenous organizations
  • Community-based organizations
  • Academic institutions
  • Organizations serving 2SLGBTQI+ communities
  • Organizations supporting survivors of gender-based violence (GBV)
  • Organizations focused on women's empowerment and economic security

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The eligible projects for funding programs from Women and Gender Equality Canada (WAGE) are focused on addressing systemic barriers to equality and supporting underserved populations. These projects aim to promote the full participation of women and other gender minorities in economic, social, and democratic life, as well as to provide support to survivors of gender-based violence.
  • Projects that improve women’s and girls’ economic security and prosperity.
  • Initiatives that encourage women and girls to take on leadership and decision-making roles.
  • Programs aimed at ending violence against women and girls.
  • Developing and implementing promising practices to address gaps in support for specific populations affected by gender-based violence.
  • Projects supporting Indigenous and underserved groups of survivors in Canada.
  • Partnership building and capacity building activities focused on sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or expression.
  • Applied community research to advance gender equality.

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The eligible geographic zones for this grant are local, regional, and national levels across Canada.
  • Local level
  • Regional level
  • National level

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The Women and Gender Equality Canada (WAGE) funding programs have evaluation and selection criteria for grant applications. The criteria include:
  • Relevance and alignment with program objectives
  • Potential impact and contribution to systemic change
  • Strength of project design and approach
  • Capacity of the organization to deliver the project
  • Clarity and feasibility of the budget
  • Demonstrated need for funding and project sustainability

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  • Step 1: Identify Funding Opportunities
    • Review the current and upcoming funding opportunities provided by Women and Gender Equality Canada (WAGE).
    • Determine which funding program your project aligns with, based on your organizational focus and project goals (Women’s Program, Gender-Based Violence Program, or Equality for Sex, Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity, and Expression Program).
  • Step 2: Review Eligibility Criteria
    • Consult the general eligibility requirements for the selected program.
    • Ensure your organization and project meet the specific criteria outlined by the program.
    • Review guidelines on eligible expenditures and service standards.
  • Step 3: Contact Program Officer
    • Reach out to a Women and Gender Equality Canada office to discuss your potential application with a Program Officer.
    • Seek guidance on aligning your project proposal with WAGE’s priorities and requirements.
  • Step 4: Prepare Application
    • Gather all necessary documentation, including evidence of eligibility, project description, objectives, and budget.
    • Write a detailed project proposal addressing how your project aligns with the funding program’s objectives and priorities.
  • Step 5: Submit Application
    • Complete the application form provided by WAGE for your chosen program.
    • Submit the application along with all required supporting documents through the designated submission portal or process.
  • Step 6: Confirmation of Submission
    • Receive confirmation of your application submission from WAGE.
    • Keep a record of the confirmation and your application details for future reference and follow-up.

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Here are additional relevant details for the grant application process:
  • WAGE issues targeted calls for proposals on specific themes and manages a continuous intake process to address emerging issues.
  • Potential applicants can discuss their projects with a Program Officer before applying.
  • The funding is time-limited and not meant for ongoing operational expenses of an organization.

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