Applications open September 1 to October 14, 2026.
Overview
The Sport Participation Support Program (SPSP) provides financial assistance to non-profit organizations towards the development and delivery of projects or programs that increase sport opportunities for athletes, coaches, officials and volunteer leaders from under-represented and marginalized populations. This includes: girls and women, Indigenous populations, children and youth from economically disadvantaged families, persons with a disability, and new Canadians.
Eligibility
To be eligible, registered organizations in Alberta must read the 2026 Sport Participation Support Guidelines for criteria. Applicants must be in good standing for more than 2 years under one of these acts:
- Provincial legislation
- Societies Act
- Business Corporations Act, Part 21
- Companies Act, Part 9 (Non-profit Companies)
- special act of the Alberta Legislature
- Federal legislation
- Canada Not-for-Profit Corporations Act, and must be registered in Alberta under the Business Corporations Act
- Income Tax Act and operating in the province of Alberta as a charity
- First Nations and Metis Settlements
Funding
The Sport Participation Support Program is funded by the Government of Canada and Government of Alberta through the Sport Participation Bilateral Agreement.
Matching funds are not required. However, organizations must demonstrate a component of self-generated revenues, or other financial support in the grant application to demonstrate project sustainability.
Grant amounts of up to a maximum of $40,000.
How to Apply
Submit the application form before October 14, 2026.
Contact
Connect with the Sport Physical Activity and Recreation Branch if you have questions:
Email: [email protected]