Helping people make their homes more energy-efficient helps combat climate change while creating decent jobs and saving money on their monthly energy costs. In May 2021, the Canadian government announced the Canada Greener Houses Grant, which will assist up to 700,000 Canadian households in upgrading their homes. On behalf of the Honorable Jonathan Wilkinson, Minister […]
Investment Readiness Program for Social Enterprises
Supporting and facilitating the development of social purpose organizations will be critical to Canada’s economic, social, cultural, and environmental success today and in the future. Social enterprises run by social purpose groups are at various stages of growth in communities across Canada. Some people may be doing highly innovative work. Still, they may not recognize […]
Explore and Create $10,000 Grant for Canadian Artists
Explore and Create’s Professional Development for Artists component encourages involvement in various development initiatives to help Canadian artists and artistic groups advance their careers. Grants support activities that help Canadian artists flourish professionally working in all artistic fields. This program provides opportunities for Canadian artists and artistic groups to: Participate in professional development activities that […]
Literary Publishing Projects (Supporting Artistic Practice)
Supporting Artistic Practice promotes a vibrant arts support system in Canada by funding Canadian arts professionals, groups, and organizations that champion the Canadian arts industry, increase artists’ capacity to actualize work, and improve the conditions of creativity. Supporting Artistic Practice adds to the growing network of resources available to strengthen the arts and drive sector […]
John R. Evans Leaders Fund
The John R. Evans Leaders Fund (JELF) is a vital strategic investment instrument designed to help institutions attract and retain the best of today’s and tomorrow’s researchers in a time of intense international competition. The fund’s name honors John R. Evans, the CFI’s first Chair of the Board of Directors, for his remarkable achievements. The […]