Davenport Funding Available Now

Youth Mental Health Fund — Up to $15 million in funding for projects enhancing mental health services for underserved youth in Canada. Priorities include building capacity in community organizations and expanding Integrated Youth Services networks. Focus areas include improving access, addressing unmet needs, and supporting diverse youth populations. Eligible applicants include not-for-profit and public post-secondary institutions. Deadline: January 22, 2025. Click here for more information.

Canada Summer Jobs (CSJ) 2025 Program — Funding for hiring youth aged 15-30 for summer positions to support organizational goals and provide valuable work experience. The CSJ program offers wage subsidies to employers, encouraging the hiring of youth for quality summer jobs. Projects across various employment sectors are eligible, with priority given to those meeting local and national priorities. Eligible employers include non-profit organizations, public sector employers (e.g., municipalities, Indigenous governments), and private sector employers with 50 or fewer full-time employees across Canada. Jobs must be safe, inclusive, and foster skill development for youth, lasting a minimum of six weeks during the summer months. Deadline: December 19, 2024, at 11:59 PM (PST). Click here for more information or to apply.

Multiculturalism and Anti-Racism Program — Up to $5 million in funding for community-based initiatives addressing systemic racism, discrimination, or hate, promoting diversity, inclusion, and belonging in Canada. Funding supports projects aimed at enhancing inclusivity within arts, culture, and heritage organizations and addressing racism faced by Indigenous, Black, and other racialized and religious communities. Priority will be given to initiatives demonstrating sustainable change and community impact. Deadline: December 4, 2024, at 11:59 p.m. local time. Click here for more information.

National Crime Prevention Strategy — Up to $5 million in funding for municipalities, non-profit organisations, Indigenous communities, and other eligible applicants to implement projects aimed at reducing crime and enhancing community safety. Funding supports initiatives focusing on youth and vulnerable populations, addressing root causes of crime, and promoting resilience. Priority will be given to projects that demonstrate clear outcomes, sustainability, and community impact. Deadline: December 15, 2024, at 5:00 p.m. EST. Click here for more information

Business Growth and Artificial Intelligence Projects — Up to $3 million in funding for businesses, non-profit organisations, and academic institutions to support initiatives in business expansion and the development of AI solutions. Funding supports projects that foster innovation, enhance productivity, and advance AI adoption. Priority will be given to projects demonstrating scalability, technological advancement, and regional economic impact. Deadline: January 12, 2025, at 3:00 p.m. EST. Click here for more information.

Local Food Infrastructure Fund (LFIF) — up to $500,000 for projects that strengthen community food security by increasing the availability and accessibility of local, nutritious, and culturally appropriate food. Small Scale Projects — Deadline: October 31, 2024. Large Scale Projects — Deadline: February 28, 2025. Click here for more information. 

Canada Retraining and Opportunities Initiative — Up to 75% funding for projects that support workforce planning and skills training in communities affected by mass layoffs. The initiative helps workers transition to new jobs by providing training, work placements, and collaboration with local employers and organisations. Eligible applicants include non-profits, for-profit organisations, municipalities, Indigenous organisations, and educational institutions. The application period is open from October 16, 2024, to March 31, 2025. Click here for more information.

Canada Carbon Rebate for Small Businesses — If you have fewer than 499 employees and filed a 2023 tax return, you will receive the Canada Carbon Rebate retroactively for the past three years. More information here.

Canada Small Business Financing Program (CSBFP) — A program that makes it easier for small businesses to get loans from financial institutions by sharing the risk with lenders. Click here to see available financing. Click here for more information.

Grow Your Business Online Grant — Up to $2,400 to help with the costs related to setting up e-commerce capabilities. Click here for more information.

Visit this link to learn more about the federal government’s key supports and services for small businesses.

For any additional inquiries or information on funding, kindly email julie.dzerowicz@parl.gc.ca or call 416-654-8048.