Deadline: 31-Jan-25
The Newfoundland and Labrador Multiculturalism Grant Program (NLMGP) is a funding program that provides financial assistance to support eligible applicants as they develop, plan, and host initiatives that promote and celebrate cultural diversity in Newfoundland and Labrador.
Objectives
- The objectives of the NLMGP are to:
- Celebrate and contribute to cultural diversity in Newfoundland and Labrador;
- Promote awareness and participation in cultural events, celebrations, and holidays across the province;
- Increase awareness and understanding of cultural differences in Newfoundland and Labrador communities;
- Promote efforts to confront and address racism and discrimination through public education and awareness;
- Deepen intercultural and interfaith understanding within and between population groups;
- Create avenues for cultural groups and organizations to educate other residents about their specific cultures and to engage in culture-specific celebrations;
- Promote and encourage local understanding of newcomers’ positive contributions to the society, culture, and economy of Newfoundland and Labrador.
Funding Information
- Grants are available up to $1,500.
What activities can be funded?
- Successful applications to NLMGP will be those that:
- Help provide exposure to cultural diversity and understanding of cultural differences in Newfoundland and Labrador communities through intercultural exchanges;
- Create an avenue for cultural groups and/or organizations to educate other residents on their specific cultures, as well as engage them in culture-specific celebrations;
- Promote and encourage local understanding of the benefits newcomers and their accompanying cultural backgrounds bring to Newfoundland and Labrador’s economy and culture; and/or,
- Provide space for people from diverse backgrounds and cultures to discuss and engage on the goals of addressing racism and discrimination, including through community educational activities.
Who can apply?
- Non-profit organizations and community groups.
- Indigenous governments and organization
- Municipalities.
- Public educational institutions including K-12 schools.
For more information, visit Newfoundland and Labrador.