The Commemorative Partnership Program provides funding to organizations undertaking remembrance initiatives that honour those who served Canada in times of war, military conflict and peace since Confederation (1867).
In 2026, Veterans Affairs Canada will highlight the service of the Canadian Armed Forces in the Middle East. Projects that are related, but not limited to, this focus may be supported through existing funding streams, provided they meet eligibility requirements.
Community Engagement Funding:
Supports remembrance initiatives, including commemorative activities (events, ceremonies) and development of commemorative materials (learning resources, educational programs). Projects must engage youth, Veterans, Canadian Armed Forces members, and/or the general public to recognize service and sacrifice.
Local projects (up to $5,000)
Regional projects (up to $10,000)
Project Requirements:
Must commemorate the achievements and sacrifices of those who served Canada post-Confederation (1867)
Finite duration with clear start and end dates
Cannot duplicate VAC commemorative initiatives
Cannot be dedicated solely to an individual
Cannot be completed before application submission
Must demonstrate organizational capacity to deliver project
Eligible Expenditures:
Professional fees, administrative costs, equipment and facility rental, reasonable hospitality, travel costs, material development and distribution, salaries/wages, and construction costs for permanent exhibits.
Ineligible Expenditures:
International air travel, land or building purchases, operational/fundraising costs, book publishing, documentary production, insurance, landscaping for enhancement purposes (war memorials), and projects on federal land (except Reserves).
