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Youth Initiatives Funding
Supports community projects for youth crisis shelters and safe housing solutions.
Last Update: June 5, 2026
Funding available
Varies by project
Timeline
- Closing date : May 9, 2025
Location
Nunavut, Canada
Overview
This program provides financial assistance to community organizations and municipal agencies aiming to support youth in crisis through the development and operation of safe shelters and transitional housing. The funding is designed to sustain existing services and enable new initiatives, with an emphasis on promoting well-being, self-reliance, and community healing. The maximum funding available is approximately $300,000 per region, supporting ongoing operational costs for youth crisis shelters and overnight support centers.
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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
- Varies by project
Timeline
- Closing date : May 9, 2025
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Location
- Nunavut
Legal structures
- Non-profit
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- All groups
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
- Other Recreation and Social Clubs
Target groups
- All the groups
Revenue structures
- 100% donations / grants
Scope
- Local
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Developing and maintaining youth crisis shelters and overnight support centers.
- Staffing existing centers for overnight crisis support.
- Supporting operations and infrastructure maintenance of youth shelters.
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Community non-profit organizations involved in youth support.
- Municipal corporations operating youth shelters and support centers.
Eligible geographic areas
Nunavummiut communities in NunavutSelection criteria
- Alignment with community needs and strategic goals related to youth support.
- Community engagement and involvement in project planning and implementation.
- Capacity to sustain project operations beyond initial funding.
How to apply
Contact the Coordinator in the Prevention of Violence Against Children and Youth Initiatives to discuss the project and funding opportunities.Prepare project proposal demonstrating community needs, project goals, and sustainability plans.Discuss your proposal with the coordinator to ensure alignment with funding priorities.Submit the application and supporting documents as advised during discussions.
Frequently Asked Questions about the Youth Initiatives Funding Program
What is the Youth Initiatives Funding?
This program provides financial assistance to community organizations and municipal agencies aiming to support youth in crisis through the development and operation of safe shelters and transitional housing. The funding is designed to sustain existing services and enable new initiatives, with an emphasis on promoting well-being, self-reliance, and community healing. The maximum funding available is approximately $300,000 per region, supporting ongoing operational costs for youth crisis shelters and overnight support centers.
What expenses are eligible under Youth Initiatives Funding?
Developing and maintaining youth crisis shelters and overnight support centers.
Staffing existing centers for overnight crisis support.
Supporting operations and infrastructure maintenance of youth shelters.
Who can I contact for more information about the Youth Initiatives Funding?
You can contact Nunavut Department of Family Services.
Where is the Youth Initiatives Funding available?
The Youth Initiatives Funding program is available the province of Nunavut.
Is the Youth Initiatives Funding a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Youth Initiatives Funding is a Grant and Funding
Who are the financial supporters of the Youth Initiatives Funding?
Youth Initiatives Funding is funded by Nunavut Department of Family Services