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.
$222,058.00
Jul 1, 2026
Not-for-profit organization or charity
Black LGBTQ Justice Affirming Assessment Report Certification
14066167
Similar to Impact of Race Culture Assessments, Black LGBTQ Justice Affirming Assessment Reports incorporate sexual orientation, gender identity, and other intersectional considerations into reports that supports Black LGBTQ individuals’ interactions with the criminal justice system. The project proposes to offer training and certification in Black LGBTQ Justice Affirming Assessment Reports, accredited through the Law Society of Ontario. The project curriculum will include four modules covering theory, historical considerations, practical applications, and other relevant content. The project will deliver a total of three training sessions in Vancouver, Halifax, and Montreal.
$16,260,000.00
Apr 1, 2026
Other
Impact of Race and Culture Assessments (IRCAs)
IRCAs 2026-2031
The provision of funding to legal aid plans and jurisdiction(s), over five years, is for the reimbursement of eligible expenses in the preparation of IRCAs to eligible legal aid clients and related training activities.
$498,400.00
Feb 4, 2026
Not-for-profit organization or charity
Building IRCA Capacity and Raising Awareness
13839277
Lastly, the project will conduct outreach to jurisdictions and legal aid plans on the availability of IRCA assessors.
$228,500.00
Jan 23, 2026
Not-for-profit organization or charity
Asynchronous training, lexicon and coaching project for French-speaking writers of IRCA reports
13844419
Lastly, the organization will conduct outreach activities with all legal aid plans to inform them of the availability of French-speaking IRCA assessors and their ability to write IRCA reports.
$364,550.00
Jan 19, 2026
Other
Sankofa IRCA Expansion
13838999
The Recipient will develop and deliver a certified Impact of Race and Culture Assessment (IRCA) assessor training program led by experienced experts. The Recipient will also offer psycho-educational workshops designed to increase awareness among justice system stakeholders and community partners regarding the critical role IRCAs play in supporting Black communities. Lastly, the Recipient will offer workshops and healing circles focused on addressing the trauma and burnout experienced by IRCA assessors.
$425,800.00
Jan 19, 2026
Other
Sankofa IRCA Expansion
13838999
The Recipient will develop and deliver a certified Impact of Race and Culture Assessment (IRCA) assessor training program led by experienced experts. The Recipient will also offer psycho-educational workshops designed to increase awareness among justice system stakeholders and community partners regarding the critical role IRCAs play in supporting Black communities. Lastly, the Recipient will offer workshops and healing circles focused on addressing the trauma and burnout experienced by IRCA assessors.
$80,428.00
Jan 4, 2026
Other
IRCA Education and Implementation Projects
13826298
The Recipient will develop an Impact of race and culture assessments (IRCAs) Submission Guide to educate defense lawyers on Impact of Race and Culture Assessments (IRCAs). The IRCA Submission Guide will guide defense lawyers on how to use IRCAs in bail, negotiations, sentencing and parole. Based on the IRCA Submission Guide, the Recipient will also host a one-day in-person training session that will be recorded. In addition, the Recipient will review the outcomes of approximately 50 IRCAs and prepare a report detailing the findings from the research.
$2,624,000.00
Nov 17, 2025
Other
Agreement Respecting Immigration and Refugee Legal Aid
13793517
Immigration and refugee legal aid contributes to a fair, efficient asylum system. This three-year contribution agreement between Canada and Saskatchewan Legal Aid Commission will support the delivery of immigration and refugee legal aid services in Saskatchewan.
$225,000.00
Apr 1, 2025
Not-for-profit organization or charity
Enhancing Access to Justice for Self-Represented Survivors of Gender-Based Violence
13341455
The clinic will play a specialized intake role and offer direct support and informational resources to their clients and connect them with legal aid and trauma-informed lawyers. The project will also develop and deliver training for legal stakeholders on the unique needs of SRS clients.
$1,000,000.00
Apr 1, 2025
Other
SHARP Workplaces Legal Advice Clinic
13374254
The Community Legal Assistance Society will provide legal advice to anyone who has experienced workplace sexual harassment in British Columbia. The service will be delivered by staff lawyers and a roster of private lawyers. Lawyers may assist with reviewing and drafting documents, legal research, procedural and hearing coaching, and settlement negotiation. Lawyers will be trained to advise on BC provincial and federal human rights, employment and labour law, workers compensation, criminal law, and other options. Legal advice may be given in-person, telephone, or video conference.