Applications are now being accepted for the Spring 2022 Community Grants Program.

Deadline for Application: Tuesday February 15, 2022, at 4:30 PM

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 on Tuesday January 18, 2022 at 2:00 PM

Smart & Caring Community Priorities

This year, 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

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, telephone, or Zoom appointment.