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Application Guidelines — Community Support for Black Canadian Youth

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Objectives and expected results for the Community Support, Multiculturalism, and Anti-Racism Initiatives Program

The Community Support, Multiculturalism, and Anti-Racism Initiatives Program supports the mandate of the Department of Canadian Heritage by building on Canada's strength as a diverse and inclusive society.

The Program’s objective is to build an integrated, socially cohesive society by:

  • building bridges to promote intercultural understanding;
  • promoting equal opportunity for individuals of all origins; and
  • promoting citizenship, civic engagement and a healthy democracy.

Objectives and expected results for the Community Support for Black Canadian Youth Initiative

This initiative specifically targets projects that address the unique challenges faced by Black Canadian youth through:

  • combatting discrimination through awareness raising and/or digital literacy;
  • providing opportunities for Black Canadian youth, and empowering them through the promotion of Black history, culture and identity; and
  • developing leadership skills and civic engagement.

Expected results of this initiative are:

  • increased awareness of issues affecting full participation in society and the economy faced by Black youth;
  • increased capacity within the Black community to address racism and discrimination; and
  • increased sense of belonging and pride among Black youth.

Application deadline

The application intake is now closed.

Who can apply

The following groups and institutions are eligible for funding:

  • Canadian not-for-profit organizations and associations with priority given to those serving the Black Community in Canada, especially those with a mandate to serve Black Canadian youth;
  • Non-federal Canadian public institutions such as boards of education, schools, colleges and universities, chambers of commerce, law enforcement and police agencies, hospitals and other health care institutions;
  • Crown Corporations as defined in the Financial Administration Act;
  • Provincial, territorial, municipal and regional governments and their agencies (must apply in partnership with a non-governmental organization); and
  • Private sector (applications from the private sector must include at least one not-for-profit partner organization in the form of either financial or in-kind support).

Specific consideration will be given to organizations led by the Black community.

Eligible projects

To be eligible for funding your project must contribute to the Program’s priorities, objectives and expected results.

The following types of activities are eligible:

  • mentorships, internships and post-secondary scholarships;
  • skills development initiatives;
  • development of learning materials, tools, and training sessions;
  • network and partnership development;
  • leadership and volunteerism initiatives;
  • knowledge sharing initiatives;
  • meetings, events and workshops; and
  • development of programs, policies and services responsive to diversity, or combatting racism and discrimination.

Eligible expenses

Only project-related cash expenses are eligible; these may include:

  • rental of office space and equipment not normally used in your organization’s daily operations;
  • promotion and communications costs;
  • salaries, benefits and consultant fees directly related to the project;
  • travel expenses and accommodation within Canada, which must not exceed the rates permitted for travel on government business;
  • hospitality (only for meals and refreshments for workshop participants);
  • insurance (recipients must ensure that any public events funded by the Program are covered by appropriate insurance);
  • evaluation and audit; and
  • meetings, events and workshops (organization, logistics, venue).

In all cases, administration/overhead costs (e.g. rental of office space) will be limited to a maximum of 15% of the total project funding.

We cannot fund expenses incurred prior to receiving your application. If you incur expenses for your project before receiving written confirmation of your funding approval, you will be doing so at your own risk.

Expenses that will not be considered for funding include:

  • any type of Director’s fees for volunteer members of Boards or other governing bodies;
  • capital costs or expenditures;
  • annual general meetings or regular executive board meetings of an organization or association, including related travel;
  • ongoing production of newsletters, newspapers, magazines, journals, or radio and television broadcasts;
  • core program expenses, including those incurred by the organization in its normal or daily conduct of business; and
  • in-kind expenses.

Eligibility

We are responsible for determining the eligibility of each applicant, its project, and project-related expenses.

The Program is highly competitive. Requests for funding typically exceed our available resources. If your organization is eligible, submitting an application does not guarantee funding.

Limits of government assistance

To ensure the success of your project, we encourage you to have other funding sources. This may include contributions from your organization, the private sector, or other levels of government.

Total government assistance cannot exceed 100% of total eligible project-related expenses. Total government assistance includes all levels of government funding: federal, provincial and municipal.

We can fund up to $200,000 per project in the case of grants, and $2,000,000 per project in the case of contributions.

How to apply

Please contact us to request an application package.

Read the Application Guidelines in their entirety before completing your application.

You must meet all the eligibility requirements and submit a complete application package to be considered for funding. A complete application package includes:

  • the Application Form Youth-CSBCY;
  • a balanced (no surplus or deficit) Budget Form Youth-CSBCY; and
  • the following supporting documents:
    • two most recent financial statements (annual audited statements if available);
    • documents demonstrating your organization’s legal constitution, bylaws, and incorporation, or articles of association for unincorporated applicants; and
    • letters of support from project partners (if applicable).

Additional documents may be required, depending on the nature of your project.

Application process

  • Complete, sign and date the Application Form;
  • Complete the Budget Form;
  • Attach all the required supporting documents; and
  • Submit your application through only one means (i.e. by email, by mail, in-person, etc.).

Email submissions

We encourage you to submit your application package electronically, at the following email address: pch.jeunescanadiensnoirs-blackcanadianyouth.pch@canada.ca

Mail or in-person submissions

You can mail, courier or hand-deliver your complete application package to the nearest office of the Department of Canadian Heritage or headquarters of the Department of Canadian Heritage

Please contact us if you wish to submit your application package by fax.

How applications are evaluated

We fund projects that have clear objectives and measurable results. Funding decisions are based on the number and quality of applications received. Your application will be evaluated based on the criteria below. It will be compared with other applications received and prioritized in relation to the funds available.

Failure to comply with any conditions of a previously funded project will be considered in the evaluation of your new application and could result in the rejection of your new application.

Evaluation criteria

The following criteria will be used to evaluate eligible applications:

  • the project contributes to the program objectives and the expected results of the Community Support for Black Canadian Youth Initiative;
  • the project demonstrates efficient use of resources and value for money;
  • the application clearly demonstrates the need for and the value-added of the project;
  • project activities are clearly described and the project has an effective dissemination plan to share results;
  • the project plans to conduct performance measurement and report on results, and expected project results are realistic and measurable;
  • the project is likely to have lasting impacts in the community or communities;
  • stakeholders and beneficiaries particularly youth are active participants in project design and implementation;
  • the use of information and communications technologies (ICTs) as an engagement/promotional tool in the project (Facebook, Twitter, YouTube, etc.);
  • project partners are confirmed and contribute to the project (if applicable);
  • the project has financial and/or in-kind support from several sources and the applicant has successfully raised funds from sources other than the Government of Canada (if applicable);
  • the applicant has the capacity and the necessary resources to successfully carry out the project and has presented a reasonable, detailed, and balanced budget; and
  • the applicant has demonstrated the required experience, capacity and governance structure to successfully deliver the proposed project.

Application processing time

For application processing time, please refer to the Service standards for Canadian Heritage funding programs or contact the program.

We will acknowledge receipt of your application within two weeks of the date your application is received by the Department.

Funding decisions

We reserve the right to target our funding to specific projects.

Please note that decisions regarding eligibility and funding amounts are final.

How funding is provided

We will determine if funding will be disbursed as a grant or as a contribution.

A grant is a payment issued to a recipient for a project. The conditions you agree to at the time of application will apply. At the end of your project, you may be required to submit a report and/or participate in the evaluation of results.

A contribution is a conditional payment issued for a specific purpose, as outlined in a funding agreement. The agreement is signed by your organization and by us, and specifies the terms and conditions to receive payment. At the end of your project, you must submit a final report.

Funding conditions

You may be required to submit interim reports during your project. If you receive $250,000 or more as a contribution, you are required to submit an audited financial report.

Additional funding conditions may apply and, if applicable, will be included in your funding agreement.

Workplace well-being

The Government of Canada is committed to promoting healthy workplaces where harassment, abuse and discrimination are not tolerated. Organizations that receive funding from Canadian Heritage must take measures conducive to creating a workplace free from harassment, abuse and discrimination.

Official languages requirements

We are committed to taking positive measures to enhance the vitality of official language minority communities and to promote the use of English and French in Canadian society. If you receive funding, you agree to comply with the official languages requirements set out in your application and in your funding agreement.

Acknowledgement of financial assistance

If you receive funding, you must publically acknowledge – in English and in French – the financial support received from the Government of Canada in all communications materials and promotional activities. Additional requirements may be included in your funding agreement.

For additional information, please refer to our Guide on the public acknowledgement of financial support.

Environmental Assessment Act

If you receive funding, your project may be subject to the provisions of the Canadian Environmental Assessment Act, 2012. If your activities are to be carried out on federal lands, we will contact you for additional information prior to the start of your project.

Access to information requests

We are subject to the Access to Information Act and the Privacy Act. The information you submit in your application may be disclosed in accordance with these acts.

Disclosure of information

By submitting your funding application, you authorize us to disclose any information submitted with this application within the Government of Canada or to outside entities for the following purposes:

  • to reach a decision;
  • to evaluate the results of the project; and
  • to support transparency, accountability and citizen engagement.

Audits of recipients and evaluation of the Program

We reserve the right to audit your accounts and records to ensure compliance with the terms and conditions of your funding agreement. We also conduct periodic Program evaluations, during which you may be required to present documentation.

You must keep any records, documents, or other information that may be required to perform the audit or the evaluation for five years. Demonstrated failure to maintain such records may result in the repayment of amounts previously received.

Contact us

For further information, please contact us by:

Email

pch.jeunescanadiensnoirs-blackcanadianyouth.pch@canada.ca

Mail

Department of Canadian Heritage
Community Support for Black Canadian Youth Initiative
15 Eddy Street
(15-8-C)
Gatineau, Quebec
J8X 4B3

Telephone

819-997-0055
1-866-811-0055 (toll-free)

TTY

1-888-997-3123

Agents are available to answer your questions Monday to Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. (ET).

Glossary

This glossary contains definitions for some important terms used in the application guidelines, the application form or any other documents that could be required in the assessment of your project.

Administrative costs
Administrative expenses such as office supplies, telephone, fax, Internet, utilities, postage, courier, photocopying/printing, and rent for office space.
Audited financial report
An audited financial report includes a statement of operations for the given period with regard to the project and is prepared by a certified accountant who is not part of your organization.
Audited financial statements
A complete set of financial statements including a statement of financial position; a statement of operations; and a statement of changes in financial position. Audited financial statements are completed by a certified accountant who is not part of your organization. The certified accountant performs auditing activities in accordance with generally accepted auditing standards principles.
Cash flow
A presentation of all anticipated revenues and planned expenses that will occur over the length of your project. At the beginning of your project, your cash flow will have only forecasted revenues and expenses. Over time, your cash flow will be updated to reflect the actual revenues and expenses.
Final financial report
A final financial report includes, as separate items, the budget as well as all the revenues realized and expenditures incurred for the given period with regard to the project being funded.
Final report
A final report is submitted at the end of your project based on the requirements in the funding agreement. Your final report needs to provide the results of the activities you have undertaken for the duration of your project.
Financial statements
A complete set of financial statements, including a statement of financial position; a statement of operations; and a statement of changes in financial position. Financial statements may be audited or unaudited.
Honorarium
Payments for services provided by a person who is not a staff member of the organization, or by a firm that is separate from the organization. For example, it includes fees for, or in respect of, services provided by writers, translators and event managers.
In-kind contribution
In-kind contributions are considered real contributions to the cost of the proposed activities but are not reimbursable. Donated goods and services may be considered in-kind contributions if they are essential to an event’s success; if they would otherwise have to be purchased or paid for by the recipient; if they can be measured at fair market value (i.e., in relation to similar goods and services); and if they are balanced by an equal expense in the budget.
Interim reports
Interim reports are submitted during your project based on the requirements in the funding agreement. These reports indicate the results of the activities undertaken for a specific period. In addition, they include a status report on the work to be accomplished and updated revenue and expense reports.
Liability insurance
Insurance for claims arising from injuries or damage to other people or property.
National in scope
Projects that are delivered or have an impact in three or more provinces and/or territories.
Official-language minority communities
The official-language minority communities are the Anglophone communities residing in Quebec and the Francophone communities residing outside of Quebec.
Partners
All parties (individuals, communities, community-based organizations, public and private sector institutions and funding bodies) with a vested interest in a particular issue.
Volunteer
An individual working on behalf of others without receiving financial or material gain.
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