Fonds d'investissement communautaire ### 📋 Eligible Entities - Non-profit organizations registered in Canada - Community associations and societies - Indigenous communities and organizations - Charitable organizations with valid charitable registration - Municipal governments and local authorities - Community centres and public institutions - Cultural and heritage organizations - Social enterprises with community focus Eligibility Requirements: - Must have a valid business number or charitable registration - Must demonstrate community benefit and impact - Must be in good standing with federal and provincial regulations ### 💰 Funding Details - Grant Type: Non-repayable contribution (grant) - Funding Range: Varies by project scope and community size - Cost-Sharing: Typically requires applicant or community contribution (matching funds recommended but verify current guidelines) - Repayability: None—this is a non-repayable grant - Funds Disbursement: Upon approval and milestone achievement - Currency: Canadian dollars (CAD) ### �uts️ Approved Expenses - Festival and event organization and promotion - National celebration and commemoration initiatives - Volunteer recognition programs and awards - Community capacity-building activities - Infrastructure for community gathering spaces - Cultural programming and heritage initiatives - Training and skill development for community members - Marketing and communications for community initiatives - Equipment and materials for community projects - Professional services directly supporting approved activities ### ⚠️ Conditions & Milestones - Application Timeline: Subject to annual intake periods (verify current deadline with funding body) - Reporting Requirements: Submission of progress reports and final financial reporting - Accountability: Funds must be used strictly for approved purposes; misuse may require repayment - Community Engagement: Must demonstrate genuine community participation and consultation - Documentation: Receipts, invoices, and audit trails required for all expenses - Timeline for Completion: Project must be completed within specified funding period - Promotion: Acknowledgement of government funding required in all communications - Audit Rights: Funder reserves right to audit fund usage - Ineligible Expenses: Political activities, lobbying, religious conversion, partisan activities