Grants and Contributions
About this information
In June 2016, as part of the Open Government Action Plan, the Treasury Board of Canada Secretariat (TBS) committed to increasing the transparency and usefulness of grants and contribution data and subsequently launched the Guidelines on the Reporting of Grants and Contributions Awards, effective April 1, 2018.
The rules and principles governing government grants and contributions are outlined in the Treasury Board Policy on Transfer Payments. Transfer payments are transfers of money, goods, services or assets made from an appropriation to individuals, organizations or other levels of government, without the federal government directly receiving goods or services in return, but which may require the recipient to provide a report or other information subsequent to receiving payment. These expenditures are reported in the Public Accounts of Canada. The major types of transfer payments are grants, contributions and \'other transfer payments\'.
Included in this category, but not to be reported under proactive disclosure of awards, are (1) transfers to other levels of government such as Equalization payments as well as Canada Health and Social Transfer payments. (2) Grants and contributions reallocated or otherwise redistributed by the recipient to third parties; and (3) information that would normally be withheld under the Access to Information Act and the Privacy Act.
$15,000.00
Dec 17, 2024
For-profit organization
Develop digital adoption plan
$150,000.00
Dec 17, 2024
Not-for-profit organization or charity
Advancing Access to Justice
13340592
The project will broaden the reach of legal education and information materials to non-English speaking tenants and those facing legal and systemic barriers to housing stability as a result of gender-based violence. Resources will be translated into multiple languages to support tenants to understand their rights and help them feel empowered to advocate for themselves.
$219,597.00
Dec 17, 2024
Not-for-profit organization or charity
Enhancing Awareness about Housing Rights among Low-to-Moderate Income Tenants
13311592
The project will enhance awareness and knowledge of housing rights and legal options when dealing with housing matters for low-to-moderate income tenants. Public legal education workshops and resources will be developed and delivered in six regions across Canada. ACORN will partner will local legal clinics to deliver the workshops and distribute materials.
$87,000.00
Dec 17, 2024
Tenant Information Videos
13312518
The project will provide tenants with information on common problems they encounter. A series of short videos and fact sheets will be developed and available in both English and French to provide accessible legal information on main areas of concern for tenants.
$84,314.00
Dec 17, 2024
Unlocking Rental Rights: Expanding Access to Tenant Resources on PEI
13304125
The project will expand Renting PEI's reach to further support tenants by providing rental law information in plain language. Specifically, the project will connect with more tenants from underserved populations, such as minority language communities, newcomers, and tenants living in rural areas.
$150,000.00
Dec 17, 2024
Other
Tenant's Rights - Landlord Obligations
13308342
The project will develop PLEI resources, including a short video series, on landlord obligations, specifically in scenarios of owner-occupied properties. Community outreach sessions will be held around Nova Scotia to further support increased awareness of tenant and landlord obligations.
$150,000.00
Dec 17, 2024
Tenant Rights: Building Knowledge and Capacity for all Tenants in BC
13308241
The project will address the legal information, referral and advice needs of tenants in British Columbia by developing resources to address common tenancy issues experienced by renters.
$150,000.00
Dec 17, 2024
Not-for-profit organization or charity
Legal Information and Support for Tenants in Newfoundland and Labrador
13308682
The project will update and develop new legal education and information resources for tenants in the province of Newfoundland and Labrador. In addition presentations will be delivered to extend outreach to newcomer and student populations.
$248,578.00
Dec 17, 2024
Not-for-profit organization or charity
Advancing Justice and Canada's Commitment to the Human Right to Housing for Tenants
13302706
The project will aim to raise awareness of renters' rights and address systemic housing issues particularly impacting economically disadvantaged communities. The project will develop public legal education resources, conduct targeted outreach, and convene tenants with lived experience with key stakeholders, to develop policy recommendations reflecting the realities and needs of communities.
$250,000.00
Dec 17, 2024
Not-for-profit organization or charity
Empowering Women and Gender-Diverse Tenant Leaders
13341731
The project will empower women and gender-diverse tenant leaders, maintaining a focus on intersectionality and rural and remote communities, to mobilize tenant rights education, enhance awareness of legal resources, and advocate for stronger tenant protections. Following a needs assessment, culturally appropriate and accessible tenant rights education curriculum will be developed to educate individuals on tenant rights, navigating legal systems, and accessing support services. Local tenant leaders will be trained to support their peers and to build capacity for community advocacy.