Government of Canada Fund for Local Initiatives 2026 (With up to $100,000 in Funding)

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About Government of Canada Fund for Local Initiatives

The Canada Fund for Local Initiatives (CFLI) provides targeted financial support to small-scale, high-impact development projects in developing countries.The programme prioritizes initiatives led predominantly by local civil society organizations and aims to strengthen bilateral relations between Canada and recipient countries.

• Sponsor Organisation: Government of Canada

Benefits of Government of Canada Fund for Local Initiatives

CFLI contributions typically range between:

• CAD $20,000 to CAD $30,000

Maximum allocation per project:

• Up to CAD $100,000

Government of Canada Fund for Local Initiatives Requirements

Eligible applicants include:

• Local non-governmental organizations (NGOs)

• Community-based organizations

• Not-for-profit organizations

• Local academic institutions implementing local projects

• International NGOs working with local partners

• Canadian NGOs involved in local development activities

• The CFLI emphasizes directing the majority of funding to local civil society organizations.
• International or regional organizations may apply if they collaborate with local partners and align with CFLI objectives.

Application Date and Process

• Click on the link to the application website to apply.

Application Deadline

04 March, 2026

Scholarship Application Portal

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