August 2025 Grant Deadlines for Canadian Nonprofits

Don't miss these deadlines!

August is packed with funding opportunities, this month’s list features over 30 grant deadlines across Canada.

You’ll find national programs alongside regional opportunities in Ontario, Quebec, Alberta, British Columbia, the Maritimes, Northern Canada and beyond. From arts and culture to mental health, housing, Indigenous initiatives, and environmental action, there’s something here for nearly every mission.

I’ll continue adding new grants as they’re announced, so if you know of one that’s not listed, feel free to email me at jessica@writtenwithpurpose.com and I’ll include it!

National:

Indigenous Youth Roots Small Project Funding:

Deadline: August 7, 2025
Description (cause supported, highlights): Supports Indigenous youth-led (ages 15–29, min 3 youth) grassroots or small nonprofit projects across Canada—focusing on youth/community wellness, arts & culture, intergenerational connection, innovation, and resiliency—plus mentorship and capacity-building .
Location: Canada-wide (Status & non-status First Nations, Inuit, Métis youth, on- or off-reserve)
Amount: $15,000 per project

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TELUS Community Boards (August round):

Deadline: Application opens July 7, 2025 – closes August 5, 2025; decisions issued by October 2025

Description (cause supported, highlights): Backs grassroots, community-based programs in health or education for youth (up to age 29) in Canada, especially initiatives that leverage technology (e.g., digital tools, automated services, sensory-friendly tech-enabled environments). Administered locally through regional Community Boards.

Location: Specific regions across Canada, including Vancouver & Coastal BC, Montreal, GTA/Hamilton, Barrie & Central Ontario

Amount (up to): Grants up to CA $20,000 (except Barrie & Central Ontario region, max CA $10,000)