Government of Canada Search and Rescue New Initiatives Fund (SAR NIF) 2026

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About Government of Canada SAR NIF

SAR NIF is a federal contribution program established in 1986 and managed by Public Safety Canada. It aims to advance the effectiveness, coordination, and innovation of Canada’s search and rescue (SAR) system. The program emphasizes both prevention and response, supporting initiatives that educate communities, improve operational readiness, and optimize SAR resources.

• Sponsor Organisation: Government of Canada

Benefits of Government of Canada SAR NIF

• Annual program budget: $6.5 million

Government of Canada SAR NIF Requirements

Eligible applicants include:

• Canadian not-for-profit organizations and volunteer SAR organizations
• Government bodies at federal, provincial, territorial, and Indigenous levels
• Universities and educational institutions
• Indigenous organizations
• For-profit entities, provided the funded project is non-profit generating

Application Date and Process

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

Application Deadline

15 May, 2026

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