New Community, Youth & Foundation Programs

  • Free to Play: Rural Communities Foundation funding ($5,000 to $75,000) supporting outdoor play projects for children in rural Nova Scotia. Deadline: February 24, 2026
    • Information Session: Free To Play | Outdoor Play 101
    • Date & Time: December 10, 2025 at 2:00 pm Atlantic
    • Presenter: Louise de Lannoy, Outdoor Play Canada
    • Free registration: Register here
  • Science Horizons Youth Internship Program: Federal wage subsidy covering up to 80% of salary costs (maximum $25,000) for employers hiring post-secondary graduates (ages 15-30) in environmental STEM positions. Deadline: Rolling intake
  • McConnell Foundation Grants: National philanthropic funding for Canadian charities, non-profits and municipalities advancing communities, reconciliation and climate solutions. Deadline: Applications are accepted year-round