Apply to the Commemorative Project Fund Call for Proposals: Eligibility requirements

To be considered for funding, you must demonstrate that the proposed project meets the eligibility requirements of the Commemoration Fund.

In this project proposal and evaluation phase, we will evaluate the strength and merit of your proposal, to prioritize and allocate funding that demonstrate strong support of the Commemoration Fund’s objectives.

Organizations may be asked to meet with the families to ensure their best interests will be met.

Screening for eligibility

Your application will be:

  1. screened for eligibility against the eligible recipients and activities listed below
  2. assessed for quality in relation to the fund's objectives:
    • commemorative projects implemented in Canada or in any country in Africa, related to youth focused, environmental, humanitarian, and/or community-based projects

Your project will be assessed only if all eligibility requirements have been met.

Eligible recipients

  • Established and registered Canadian not-for-profit organizations, multiple organizations can submit a joint proposal
  • Organization is aligned with the nature and spirit of the Commemoration Fund, including inclusivity and
  • Organization must be good standing with the federal government and in the global community

Eligible activities

  • Youth-led, community-based projects or advocacy projects. Some examples are:
    • improvements to youth centers, friendship centers, community spaces
    • environmental sustainability, such as: reforestation, nest boxes, urban gardens, public greenhouses, or nature preservation parks improvements such as educational signs or boardwalks
  • Internship programs with not-for-profit organizations having mandates contributing to humanitarian causes and/or environmental sustainability that improve the lives of youth from disadvantaged communities and vulnerable populations