Between funding cycles
Last cycle closed Feb 13. The next deadline hasn't been announced yet.
City of Ottawa Community Economic Development Funding Program
Grants of $5,000 to $50,000 for Ottawa non-profits helping targeted residents overcome barriers to jobs and entrepreneurship.
About this program
The Community Economic Development Funding Program provides financial support to non-profit agencies for new or expanded projects that help targeted Ottawa residents overcome barriers to creating jobs, gaining employment, or starting new enterprises. Projects may support youth, newcomers, persons with disabilities, and other residents facing economic barriers. The 2026 funding cycle deadline is February 13, 2026 at 4 p.m. Eastern Time.
Eligibility
Eligible applicants are Ottawa non-profit agencies proposing new or expanded community economic development projects for targeted residents facing employment or entrepreneurship barriers.
Requirements
- Applicant must be a non-profit agency.
- Project must serve targeted Ottawa residents facing barriers to jobs, employment, or enterprise creation.
- Project must be new or expanded rather than regular ongoing work.