Hi, We wish to inform you of the following federal calls for proposals, consultations, and appointment opportunities that are currently open.
CALLS FOR PROPOSALS
Veteran and Family Well-Being Fund
Deadline: Monday, November 14, 2022
Veterans Affairs Canada launched the latest call for applications for the Veteran and Family Well-Being Fund. In communities across the country, there are organizations developing new and innovative ways to improve the well-being of our Veterans and their families. Funding is available to organizations from the public, private, or academic sectors doing research and implementing these projects and initiatives.
Since 2018, the Veteran and Family Well-Being Fund has provided organizations doing this vitally important work with funding to conduct research on areas such as Veterans facing homelessness, mental health, and the transition to life after service. Applications can be accessed through this link.
Indigenous-Led Area-Based Conservation
Deadline: Monday, November 14 at 11:59p.m. (PST)
The government is now accepting expressions of interest for up to $40 million in Indigenous-led area-based conservation funding. The Indigenous-led area-based conservation program provides funding to Indigenous Peoples to lead or co-lead projects to establish and recognize protected areas. This includes other effective area-based conservation measures across Canada, such as Indigenous Protected and Conserved Areas that can contribute to Canada’s conservation targets. The call for Expressions of Interest (EOI) opened on September 22, 2022. As of September 22, 2022, EOI forms and guidance documents will be available upon request from [email protected]. For more information: https://www.canada.ca/en/environment-climate-change/services/nature-legacy/indigenous-led-area-based-conservation.html.
Clean Fuels Fund – Establishing Biomass Supply Chains Deadline: Wednesday, November 23, 2022
The government has launched a call for project proposals to support the establishment of biomass supply chains to ensure that a steady and usable supply of sustainable feedstock is available to clean fuel production facilities across the country. As a component of the Clean Fuels Fund, this dedicated biomass call includes three project streams. Each stream includes separate eligibility criteria and different submission timelines, funding levels and contribution repayment requirements. Projects could receive up to 50 percent of eligible costs to a maximum of $5 million in funding. Please email the program to request the Applicant Guide for more details.
Funding to implement the Black-Led Philanthropic Endowment Fund
Deadline: Friday, November 25, 2022 at 12 pm (noon)
The Black-Led Philanthropic Endowment Fund seeks to create a sustainable source of funding for Black-led, Black-focused and Black-serving non-profit organizations and registered charities. Through it, the Government of Canada will provide 1 national Black-led and Black-serving recipient organization with an endowment of $199,476,227. This organization will be responsible for investing the endowment. The investment income will provide funding to Black-led, Black-focused and Black-serving non-profit organizations and registered charities across the country. It will apply a Black-centric and intersectional lens to its operations and granting strategy to ensure that they reflect and benefit the full diversity of Black communities.
Affordable Housing Innovation Fund
Deadline: Applications are reviewed on a continual basis
The Affordable Housing Innovation Fund supports new ideas that will drive change and disrupt the industry – ideas and approaches that will evolve the affordable housing sector and create the next generation of housing in Canada.
You can get funding for your innovations to:
Preservation Funding for community housing
Deadline : Applications are reviewed on a continual basis
The Preservation Funding for community housing is a financial assistance to help community housing providers complete preservation activities related to the sustainability of existing community housing projects. The maximum Preservation Funding available per project to complete eligible activities is $50,000.
Shelter Enhancement Program (SEP)
Deadline: Applications are reviewed on a continual basis
The Shelter Enhancement Program (SEP) is funding to build and repair shelters and housing for people who are fleeing domestic violence. This program is open to all First Nations or First Nation housing organizations that operate housing for people fleeing domestic violence. For more information about this program, please contact your First Nation Housing Specialist.
Indigenous Shelter and Transitional Housing Initiative
Deadline: Applications are reviewed on a continual basis until March 2024
The Indigenous Shelter and Transitional Housing Initiative supports the construction of a minimum of 38 shelters and 50 transitional homes across Canada. Indigenous organizations and governments across Canada are eligible to apply.
Green and Inclusive Community Buildings
Deadline : On an ongoing basis for projects under $3 million; a second call for proposals will be launched for projects of more than $3 million An investment of $1.5 billion over five years through the Green and Inclusive Community Buildings Program will improve the condition and availability of community buildings. This program supports the renovation, repair, and modernization of existing public community buildings, as well as the construction of new public community buildings. Municipalities and NPOs are eligible for this program. To be considered eligible, the building must belong to the applicant and be used by citizens. Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis for projects under $3 million (small and medium-sized renovation projects) and a second call for proposals will be launched for projects of more than $3 million (major renovations), we will keep you updated. Infrastructure Canada - Green and Inclusive Community Buildings Program
The Net-Zero Challenge for Businesses The government announced the launch of the Net-Zero Challenge, a new national voluntary initiative for businesses operating in Canada. Businesses that join the Challenge commit to developing and implementing credible and effective plans to transition their facilities and operations to net-zero emissions by 2050. Companies will benefit from technical guidance, best practices, a community of peer businesses and the opportunity to highlight their commitment to achieving net-zero emissions. The Net-Zero Challenge also includes various participation tiers to encourage ambition and track progress in net-zero planning.
The Canada Digital Adoption Program
Determined to help small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) realize their full potential by adopting digital technologies, the Government of Canada has launched the Canada Digital Adoption Program (CDAP). CDAP comprises two separate funding components:
National Housing Co-Investment Fund: Black-led Organizations
Earlier this year, the Government of Canada announced that up to $50 million would be dedicated to building housing for Black communities. Through the National Housing Co-Investment Fund: Black-led Organizations, up to 40% targeted funding for new affordable housing for Black households will be available. This program is designed to help Black-led organizations build housing and increase the supply of affordable housing for Black communities in Canada. The Fund prioritizes partnerships between Black-led organizations and other partners such as governments, non-profit organizations and other similar groups.
Pathways to Safe Indigenous Communities Initiative
There is no deadline for this funding
The Pathways to Safe Indigenous Communities Initiative will provide $103.8 million over 5 years to assist First Nations, Inuit and Métis communities and partners, both on and off reserve, to implement Indigenous-designed projects to improve community safety and well-being. This initiative will support projects which:
PUBLIC CONSULTATIONS
For a list of all consultations that are open: https://www.canada.ca/en/government/system/consultations/consultingcanadians.html
Legislative Review of the Cannabis Act
Deadline: Monday, November 21st, 2022
The government announced the launch of the legislative review of the Cannabis Act. The review will focus on the health and cannabis consumption habits of youth, the impact of cannabis on Indigenous people and communities and the impact of cultivation of plants in housing. All Canadians are invited to provide feedback on Taking Stock of Progress: Cannabis Legalization and Regulation in Canada through an online questionnaire or written feedback. First Nations, Inuit and Métis peoples are additionally invited to provide feedback on the Summary from Engagement with First Nations, Inuit, and Métis Peoples. The Parliamentary Black Caucus Pre-Budget Consultation for the 2023 Budget Deadline: Monday, November 21st, 2022 at 5pm The Parliamentary Black Caucus is pleased to announce the launch of the pre-budget consultation for the 2023 budget. Since its creation a few years ago, the Parliamentary Black Caucus has sought to be an amplifier of the voices and the priorities of Black Canadians. This pre-budget consultation presents an important opportunity for Black stakeholders to share their needs and priorities as the government makes important decisions about Canada’s fiscal direction. We invite you to provide your submission here. If you have any questions, email [email protected]
Consultations to modernize Canada’s New Substances Notification Regulations (Organisms)
Deadline: Monday, December 5, 2022
The government launched consultations to help determine how the New Substances Notification Regulations (Organisms) can better protect human health and the environment through increasing openness and transparency in the risk assessment and regulatory decision-making process, all while enabling innovations in biotechnology that benefit Canadians. This consultation is hosted on PlaceSpeak, an online platform that will help the Government of Canada reach a broad range of stakeholders and interested parties, including biotechnology companies, environmental non-governmental organizations, and Indigenous communities. Interested parties can provide feedback on regulatory, non-regulatory, and scientific issues associated with the Regulations on PlaceSpeak, or by email at [email protected].
Consultations to improve the collective bargaining process
Deadline: Friday, December 16, 2022
The Government is committed to introducing legislation by the end of 2023 to prohibit the use of replacement workers in federally regulated workplaces during a strike or lockout. Therefore, the government launched consultations to hear from Canadians and stakeholders on this commitment. The Government is also taking advantage of this opportunity to hear from stakeholders and Canadians on improving the maintenance of activities process, about which stakeholders have raised concerns. As a part of the consultation, the Government is looking for input on various elements, such as:
Employers, employer representatives, unions, workers, national Indigenous organizations and other key stakeholders and interested parties are invited to share their feedback on prohibiting the use of replacement workers and improving the maintenance of activities process.
Co-developing distinctions-based Indigenous health legislation The Government of Canada, in collaboration with Indigenous partners and the provinces and territories, is developing new distinctions-based Indigenous health legislation to facilitate access to high quality, culturally appropriate health services. To get involved, you can attend an engagement session by contacting [email protected] or send comments directly to this same email address. For more information: Co-developing distinctions-based Indigenous health legislation (sac-isc.gc.ca)
Feedback on Accessibility – Department of Justice
The Department of Justice Canada is committed to removing barriers to accessibility for the employees and Canadians served by the Department. The Department invites you to share with us any barriers to accessibility that you have encountered with respect to the Department of Justice Canada, as well as your suggestions for removing barriers to accessibility. To participate in this public consultation, please visit : Feedback on accessibility - Public Consultations (justice.gc.ca)
Public Consultation on the Renewal of Canada’s Tariff Preference Programs for Developing Countries
This consultation seeks feedback on proposals for the renewal of Canada’s tariff preference programs for imports from developing and least developed countries (LDCs), two of which are set to expire at the end of 2024. Please send us your written submission to [email protected] with "Consultation on the Renewal of Canada's Tariff Preference Programs for Developing Countries" as the subject line. APPOINTMENT OPPORTUNITIES
Laurier–Sainte-Marie Youth Council
Are you between 16 and 25 years old and looking for an enriching experience? Are you interested in public policy and want to get involved? Join our Laurier–Sainte-Marie Youth Council! Hearing the views of youth in our riding will allow me to bring new ideas on issues affecting our community and our country. https://stevenguilbeault.libparl.ca/2021/02/17/laurier-sainte-marie-youth-council/?lang=en To find your riding, enter your postal code here : Find Members of Parliament - Members of Parliament - House of Commons of Canada (ourcommons.ca) To apply to and view appointment opportunities with the federal government : Appointment opportunities Among them, note the following :
House of Commons Page Program
Deadline: Sunday, November 6, 2022
The government is pleased to announce the launch of the 2023–2024 House of Commons Page Program recruitment campaign. Every year since 1978, the Page Program has offered 40 graduating high school and CEGEP students from across Canada the chance to work at the House of Commons for a year. In their time working with us, pages have the opportunity to broaden their knowledge of Parliament by playing a role in the rich traditions of the Canadian parliamentary system. For more information, please visit this website.
If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to reach out to my office by email at [email protected] or by phone at 514-522-1339. Thank you, Steven Guilbeault Member of Parliament for Laurier–Sainte-Marie Minister of Environment and Climate Change
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