Community Engagement

Community Engagement funding supports organizations undertaking remembrance initiatives including commemorative activities or the development of commemorative materials.

Who can apply?

Eligible recipients are non-profit or for-profit organizations, in Canada or abroad, as well as Canadian provinces, territories and municipalities. Individuals and federal organizations are not eligible for funding. To be eligible, the project must commemorate the achievements and sacrifices of those who served Canada since Confederation (1867). Projects must also be of a finite duration, with clear start and end dates.

How to apply

Our application process has changed! We’ve launched a new online portal that will make it easier for you to submit your application.

Please review the guidelines and apply through the virtual portal. You can submit your funding application and supporting documents through the portal.

Please note that we no longer accept applications by mail or email.

Application deadlines

Applications continue to be accepted on an on-going basis for requests of $10,000 or less and should be submitted at least three months before the project start date.

• Up to a maximum of $5,000 for local projects
• Up to a maximum of $10,000 for regional projects

To be considered, applications must be duly completed. Veterans Affairs Canada will acknowledge receipt of applications and may solicit additional information. Only applications deemed complete will be assessed. Veterans Affairs Canada aims to notify applicants in writing of its funding decision within 12 weeks, provided that an application is deemed complete.

If you have questions about your application, please contact us by email.

No. 2 Construction Battalion commemorative projects

Applications for dedicated funding for projects commemorating the legacy of No. 2 Construction Battalion are being accepted until 30 January 2025.

A maximum of $50,000 of funding is available per project. Community Engagement projects must begin on or after 1 April 2025 to be eligible and multi-year funding will be considered.

Applications will be accepted on a first-come, first-served basis through our online portal. Please note it may take up to three months to process your application and for a final decision to be rendered. You will be notified when a decision is made.

Dedicated funding is being provided by the Department of National Defence and is being made available based on a recommendation from the National Apology Advisory Committee.