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Youth Justice Fund

Q: What is the Youth Justice Fund?

This program provides substantial financial support to organizations dedicated to reforming and improving youth justice initiatives. It offers maximum funding of up to one million dollars per year for multi-year projects focused on community safety, juvenile rehabilitation, and system reform, encouraging innovative and collaborative approaches.

Q: How much funding can be received?

Youth Justice Fund Funds up to 100% of admissible expenses, capped at $1,000,000 per project.

Q: Who is eligible for the Youth Justice Fund program?

To be eligible for the Youth Justice Fund program, you must: Youth-serving organizations, justice professionals, projects for youth 12-17.

Q: What expenses are eligible under Youth Justice Fund?

Developing diversion and restorative justice programs. Implementing rehabilitative and reintegration services. Providing specialized support for youth facing mental health and trauma issues. Facilitating cross-sector collaboration for youth support systems. Training and capacity building for justice and social service professionals.

Q: Who can I contact for more information about the Youth Justice Fund?

You can contact Federal Department of Justice by email at pb-dgp@justice.gc.ca.

Q: Where is the Youth Justice Fund available?

The Youth Justice Fund program is available across Canada.

Q: Is the Youth Justice Fund a grant, loan, or tax credit?

Youth Justice Fund is a Grant and Funding

Last Update: February 4, 2026

Canada

Financial support for youth justice system improvement projects.

Grant and Funding

Federal Department of Justice

Processing And Agreement

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At a glance

Funding available

Financing goals

Increasing community impact

Develop strategic partnerships

Develop employee skills

Eligible Funding

Maximum amount : 1,000,000 $
Up to 100% of project cost

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

Other Recreation and Social Clubs
Emergency and Relief

Target groups

All the groups

Revenue structures

100% donations / grants
Mixed revenue (<50% earned)

Scope

Local

Overview

This program provides substantial financial support to organizations dedicated to reforming and improving youth justice initiatives. It offers maximum funding of up to one million dollars per year for multi-year projects focused on community safety, juvenile rehabilitation, and system reform, encouraging innovative and collaborative approaches.

Activities funded

Developing diversion and restorative justice programs.
Implementing rehabilitative and reintegration services.
Providing specialized support for youth facing mental health and trauma issues.
Facilitating cross-sector collaboration for youth support systems.
Training and capacity building for justice and social service professionals.

Examples of admissible projects:

$ 750,000

Implementing a community youth diversion and restorative justice program.

Documents Needed

Project proposal, supporting documents such as plans and evidence of community involvement.

Eligibility

Organizations serving youth or justice professionals, projects targeting youth aged 12 to 17, focus on justice-related activities.

Who is eligible?

Organizations serving youth or justice professionals involved in youth justice activities.

Who is not eligible

Private individuals not affiliated with eligible organizations.

Eligible expenses

Project development costs, community outreach, training, and program implementation expenses.

Ineligible Costs and Activities

Eligible geographic areas

Canada-wide, with a focus on jurisdictions involved in youth justice reform.

Selection criteria

Alignment with the program's objectives to improve youth justice and community safety.
Effectiveness and innovativeness of the proposed project.
Potential impact on youth and community populations.
Feasibility and plan clarity.
Partnership and collaborative elements within the project.

How to apply

Step 1: Send an email requesting the application form.Step 2: Prepare your project proposal including objectives and supporting documentation.Step 3: Submit your completed proposal and documentation via email or designated portal.Step 4: Await review and notification of the funding decision.

Processing and Agreement

Additional information

Applicants should ensure their projects align with the fund's priorities to improve youth justice and community safety.

Contacts

pb-dgp@justice.gc.ca

Canada

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Frequently Asked Questions about the Youth Justice Fund Program

Here are answers to the most common questions about the Youth Justice 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.