Combatting Trafficking in Persons Grant Program (Canada)

Deadline: 20-Jan-2025

The Government of Alberta, in partnership with the Alberta Centre to End Trafficking (the AC), is committed to the fight against human trafficking.

The Combating Trafficking in Persons (CTIP) grant has been established to enhance organizational capacity to respond to trafficking, increase specialized, trauma-informed supports for both victims and survivors of human trafficking, and reduce the risk of victimization and re‑exploitation in Alberta.

Priority Areas

• Funding is available for initiatives that fall within one of the following priority areas:
  • Prevention: Preventative programming that addresses the underlying vulnerabilities and risk factors associated with human trafficking.This may include (but is not limited to):
    • Preventative programming targeted at men and boys
    • Targeted programing for industry on labour trafficking prevention and detection
    • Engagement with Elders and/or other community leaders on anti-trafficking initiatives
    • Creation of a regional community of practice for anti-trafficking organizations/initiatives
  • Protection: Programs and services that enhance the safety, well-being and access to justice for victims of human trafficking.This may include (but is not limited to):
    • Emergency assistance including food, shelter, clothing, transportation, etc.
    • Safe and supportive transitional and long-term housing
    • Legal/immigration assistance
    • Parenting supports and child care
    • Access to health care and mental health supports
    • Access to culturally relevant supports and services
    • Access to interpretation or translation services
    • Systems navigation
  • Empowerment: Ongoing support and follow-up services for survivors as they rebuild their lives and navigate long-term challenges.This may include (but is not limited to):
    • Education and skill development programs
    • Peer support groups
    • Financial empowerment programs
    • Help to reduce or repay coerced debts
    • Advocacy initiatives that include the leadership and participation of survivors

Funding Information

• There is no maximum funding request amount. Organizations are encouraged to be creative in their program requests. However, total funding is limited. Projects may be recommended for a lesser amount following consultation with the applicant. Terms of up to two years are available for eligible applicants.

Costs Covered

• The Combatting Trafficking in Persons Grant may be used to finance the direct operation of a program and is inclusive of wages, program administration, staff training and other associated operational and essential costs for service delivery.
• The CTIP Grant may also be used to support existing programs.
• However, applicants must provide evidence showcasing the impact and success of their programming to date.

Eligible Expenses

• Funding is for direct initiative costs and limited to the period of the proposed funding. This may include:
  • Staffing salaries
  • Honoraria (e.g. for Elders)
  • Staff/volunteer travel (mileage, car rental)
  • Training & professional development for staff and volunteers
  • Professional service (legal advice/consultation, accounting/bookkeeping)
  • Program administration including supervision, operational costs, rent, internet/phone, office supplies, computers (not exceeding 15% of total request);
  • Program materials to support the delivery of the initiative (i.e. workbooks, pamphlets, marketing materials, protocol, etc.)
  • Emergent challenges and immediate needs for victims/survivors of exploitation/trafficking (emergency housing/accommodations, basic needs, health or medical needs, transportation, childcare, personal identification, etc.)
  • Counselling, addiction and mental health services
  • Materials or services related to cultural connection, healing and safety
  • Capital costs may be considered eligible for funding if the organization can demonstrate direct benefit to survivors and the purchase is in alignment with the Six Guiding Principles

Ineligible Expenses

• Capital costs that do not have direct client impacts such as land or vehicle purchases, building maintenance or renovations for unrelated programming
• Legal costs arising from lawsuits
• Donations/subsidies to third parties
• Financing charges and interest payments on loans
• Lobbying activities
• Retroactive expenses incurred prior to the commencement of the grant agreement term date

Eligibility Criteria

• Applicants must be located in Alberta and be one of the following:
  • Registered not-for-profit organization and/or registered charity that is in good standing
  • Community-based coalition or network (with a designated fiscal agent)
  • Indigenous communities, including Tribal Councils, First Nations and Metis Settlements

Ineligibility Criteria

• Individuals
• Academic institutions
• For-profit organizations
• Crown corporations
• Municipalities

Application Requirements

• All applications will need to include:
  • Certificate of Incorporation from an Alberta corporate registry, if applicable, or proof of registered charity status from Canada Revenue Agency, if applicable
  • Two (2) letters documenting support or partnership. Examples of acceptable partnership or support letters include (other letters may be considered):
    • Local police service
    • Victim-serving organization
    • Community groups or other not-for-profit agencies you will be partnering with
    • Family and Community Support Services partners
    • Municipal, regional and Indigenous leadership
    • Elected community official familiar with your initiative

For more information, visit Government of Alberta.