Applications are now being accepted for the Fall 2021 Community Grants Program.

The updated Applicant Guide, Application Forms, and Budget Template are now available on our website to view and download. Before applying, we strongly encourage you to:

• Review the Applicant Guide
• Register for the Community Grants Information Session

Changes to the Fall 2021 Community Grants Program

CFKA Smart & Caring Community Priorities

We have refreshed our Smart & Caring Community Priorities. While we continue to be a 360-degree grant provider and distribute grants to all Fields of Interest (e.g. Environment, Heritage Preservation, Recreation, etc.) preference may be given to projects that align with the Smart & Caring Community Priority areas.

The Current Smart & Caring Community Priorities are to:

Build resilience in individuals, families, and communities by supporting initiatives such as those that:

• Promote strong early childhood development (prenatal to 6)
• Support youth in achieving success in education, employment, and life pursuits
• Address mental health and substance use
• Increase food security
• Assist local charities to adapt to and recover from the pandemic

Increase belonging and wellbeing within our community by supporting initiatives such as those that:

• Strengthen social connection and engagement to reduce loneliness and isolation
• Foster community connection and cohesion by recognizing and celebrating diversity
• Support the Truth and Reconciliation process
• Connect and welcome newcomers to our community and help them access services to thrive in their new home
• Amplify voices and participation of equity-deserving groups and commit to continuous learning and action surrounding anti-racism, equity, diversity, and inclusion through policies and practices

Other changes to the Fall 2021 Community Grants Program include:

• Easier to complete forms
• Easier to know which form to fill out: one for equipment, one for projects and programs (new or existing)
• Emergency operational support for program delivery as the COVID–19 pandemic continues
• Paper submissions are no longer required; application packages may be submitted through email (notify the Grants Coordinator if you do not receive a confirmation email within two business days)

Deadline for Application: Wednesday September 15, 2021, at 4:30 PM

Further details about the Community Grants Program, the Applicant Guide, Application Forms, and Budget Form are available on our website at cfka.org/community-grants-program.

For any questions about our Community Grants Program, please contact our Grants Coordinator:

Yu Jier Kou grants@cfka.org / 613.546.9696

Please note: We are available by email, phone, or Zoom appointment.