Deadline: 10-Jan-2025
The High Commission of Canada in the Republic of Rwanda and the Embassy of Canada in the Republic of Burundi are pleased to launch the annual call for proposals for the Canada Fund for Local Initiatives (CFLI).
The CFLI is a program designed to support small-scale, high-impact projects in developing countries, which align with Global Affairs Canada’s thematic priority areas for engagement. The program is directed at projects conceived and designed predominantly by local partners. Projects are selected and approved by the Canadian high commission.
The CFLI also serves to support positive bilateral relations between Canada and recipient countries and their civil societies, by deepening contacts and supporting local endeavours.
Thematic Priorities
- All projects must align with at least 1 of the following CFLI thematic priorities:
- Inclusive governance and diversity.
- Peace and security, with a focus on conflict prevention and peace building.
- Environment and climate action focusing on adaptation and mitigation, as well as on water sanitation management.
- Gender equality and the empowerment of women and girls
Funding Information
- The average CFLI contribution is generally between $20,000 to $35,000 Canadian dollars. Please use the following exchange rate when preparing your budget:
- RWF to CAD: 0.0011478
- USD to CAD: 1.32741
Eligibility Criteria
- Eligible recipients include:
- Local non-governmental, community and not-for-profit organizations,
- Local academic institutions working on local projects,
- International non-governmental organizations working on local development activities,
- Canadian non-governmental and not-for-profit organizations that are working on local development activities.
For more information, visit Government of Canada.