Grants and Contributions

Through this 28-month project, the Fondation Émergence Inc. Will strengthen the capacity and networks of 2SLGBTQI+ community organizations to advance 2SLGBTQI+ equality. The organization will build its capacity to promote progress on equality and inclusion for 2SLGBTQI+ people in Canada, with a particular focus on the workplace. The project will enable the Fondation Émergence Inc. To improve the effectiveness of its governance, generating a new human resources plan, and it will improve the organization’s financial management. Through the project, the Fondation will be able to expand its current network of partners to include as many companies as possible in all of Canada’s provinces. Once the network is activated, the Fondation will equip and train member companies, enabling the organization to meet the significant and growing demand with regard to the needs and challenges Canadian companies face on 2SLGBTQI+ inclusion.

The additional funds will enable Fondation Émergence Inc. To strengthen its capacity to manage human resources, and to offer and maintain its training and awareness services to promote the inclusion of 2ELGBTQI+ communities. To this end, the Fondation will put in place a structured network of trainers equipped to meet demand and offer demand and offer quality services.

Through this 21-month project, Nelson Pride Society will build capacity in West Kootenay 2SLGBTQI+ community organizations and networks to advance 2SLGBTQI+ equality. The project will help provide a clear structure and processes, and offer training to further understanding within Nelson Pride Society and its network. Nelson Pride will benefit from a defined direction and growth plan for increasing internal capacity to provide more opportunities for the community, which will lessen the burden on queer organizers who have traditionally funded events, taken on liability, and provided services without compensation. The project will aim to instill consistency and formal accountability which will help to build trust and communication lines for the long-term sustainability of Pride in the Kootenays. The project will include organizational learning, collaboration and cross-organizational learning, and strategic plan development.

Through this 28-month project, the National Family and Survivors Circle Inc. (NFSC) will increase its ability to prevent and address Gender-Based Violence (GBV) against Indigenous Women and Girls (IWG), and 2SLGBTQI+ people and advocate for the implementation of the 231 Calls for Justice from the National Inquiry on MMIWG Final Report, the National Action Plan on MMIWG and 2SLGBTQI+ People, and the Federal Pathway. This will be achieved through four project components: the development, implementation, and piloting of their foundational documents, including a strategic plan; the expansion of partnerships, networks, and collaboration on advocacy initiatives to prevent GBV; the development and implementation of an advocacy strategy to contribute to creating transformative change; and the creation of a platform to elevate voices and perspectives of IWG2SLGBTQI+, survivors of gender- and race-based violence, and impacted families of MMIWG2S+.

This project will allow for the NFSC to strengthen their organizational capacity as a newly established national Indigenous organization, and to include the voices of IWG 2SLGBTQI+ in their foundational organizational structure, processes, and strategic plan. It will also allow the organization to increase its diversity, connect with targeted populations and build partnerships for collaboration on advocacy activities. A national engagement and survey will be conducted to development a platform to include the voices and perspectives of IWG 2SLGBTQI+, survivors of gender- and race-based violence, and impacted families of MMIWG2S+, as a central component of the ongoing evidence base which is critical to informing partnership-building, developing an advocacy strategy, and preparing NFSC for participation in program, policy, and legislative consultations.

Through this 28-month project, the Centre Interligne Inc. will strengthen its internal capacity to promote its resource. The project will include several stages to help consolidate and expand the organization’s reputation across the country, especially among Francophone minority communities. Project activities will help improve strategic planning to remain in line with the needs of 2SLGBTQI+ communities, enhance team management and human resources practices, continue philanthropic development, and diversify revenue streams to maintain the quality of services. Lastly, the Centre Interligne Inc. will work to develop new pan-Canadian partnerships by promoting its bilingual support and awareness services.

The additional funds will enable Centre Interligne Inc. to strengthen its human resources management capacities by implementing or improving various human resources management mechanisms, as well as processes and reference documents for welcoming, training and transferring knowledge to new employees.

Through this 16-month project, Yukon Women’s Coalition (YWC) will increase its ability to prevent and address gender-based violence against Indigenous women, girls, and 2SLGBTQIA+ people with a focus on advancing equity and safety for women and gender diverse people across Yukon.

This will be achieved through the implementation of a 2023-2025 strategic plan focused on review of internal governance structure and processes; needs assessment through environmental scanning; the establishment of a communications plan and online presence including engagement with First Nations and broader communities; and bolstering YWC’s leadership in the anti-violence sector through involvement in Together for Safety group, which works to improve regional responses to gender-based violence in partnership with the Whitehorse RCMP and other service organizations.

By the end of the project, YWC will have strengthened their capacity, resulting in stronger partnerships across organizations across Yukon to increase leadership capacity across all diversely connected sectors in their membership and prevent and address GBV against Indigenous women, girls, and 2SLGBTQIA+ communities.

Through this 23-month project, Dignity Network Canada (DNC) will strengthen its foundation, cultivating a more resilient, sustainable, and interconnected network dedicated to advancing 2SLGBTQI+ equality and human rights. The project aims to enhance the capacity and resilience
of DNC, enabling active participation in the global movement for human rights, freedom, and inclusion.

To achieve this, the project will ensure that the network possesses the essential resources, infrastructure, funding, and partnerships. This involves crafting a comprehensive multi-year strategic plan, refining fundraising development strategies, nurturing donor relationships, and establishing an updated, secure, and interactive bilingual website.

Key activities include engaging both community and government stakeholders, developing and endorsing strategic planning documents, and creating resources and tools to reinforce financial resilience and communication efforts. This project serves not only as a strategic roadmap for
organizational growth but also as a commitment to fortifying their position as a leading advocate for 2SLGBTQI+ rights.

Through this 28-month project, AGIR: Action LGBTQ+ avec les immigrantEs et les réfugiéEs will build stronger capacity of 2SLGBTQI+ community organizations and networks to advance 2SLGBTQI+ equality.

It will address the needs of keeping up with the significant growth of the organization in order to meet the growing needs.

The project will include assuring long-term financial sustainability, building up strong foundations of their internal structures, and solidifying the leadership of LGBTQ+ migrants and refugees within the organization.

This project aims to update primary processing and packaging lines while also strengthening further processing that will allow the company to increase their production and efficiency through automation, as well increasing their annual revenues while decreasing their cost of production.

Operating costs: The project aims to structure and develop the solar industry, as well as carrying out applied research, innovation and technology transfer activities for SMEs and organizations.

Digital equipment acquisition: The project aims to improve productivity and increase the production capacity of the company, which specializes in welding, machining, laser cutting and machinery design.