Grants and Contributions:

Back to search

Title:

Forum of Federations - Institutional Support 2019

Agreement Number:

7403953 P006697001

Agreement Value:

$2,500,000.00

Agreement Date:

Mar 14, 2019 - Mar 31, 2023

Description:

This grant represents Canada’s long-term institutional support to the Forum of Federations. The Forum of Federations uses these funds, along with other donors’ funding, to achieve its mandate. The Forum of Federations’ mandate aims to provide a platform for practitioners and scholars to share experience and research, create and maintain a body of knowledge on topics, such as revenue sharing, gender and leadership, and immigrant integration in federal countries. The Forum of Federation also supports capacity building on democratic governance, convening in dialogue amongst diverse stakeholders’ efforts to build peace, and fostering stronger and more balanced development that benefits all. Project activities include: (1) facilitating learning, understanding, and delivery of innovative solutions in federal, decentralized, and devolved countries; (2) developing, maintaining, and expanding the global network of partnerships; (3) increasing the reach and recognition of the Forum and its activities; and (4) contributing to the development of effective governance and inclusive societies in transitioning states.

Organization:

Global Affairs Canada

Expected Results:

The expected outcomes as stated by the Forum of Federations include: (1) increased knowledge, open attitudes and increased levels of understanding and appreciation for federal and decentralized governance; and (2) values, practices, principles, and possibilities of federalism and decentralization demonstrated, transferred, and applied.

Location:

Ottawa, Ontario, CA K1P 5E7

Reference Number:

064-2018-2019-Q4-00163

Agreement Type:

Grant

Report Type:

Grants and Contributions

Recipient Business Number:

887251429

Recipient Type:

Not-for-profit organization or charity

Recipient's Legal Name:

Forum of Federations

Federal Riding Name:

Ottawa Centre

Federal Riding Number:

35075

Program:

International Development Assistance Program

Program Purpose:

The main purpose on the International Development Assistance Program is to reduce poverty for those living in countries where Global Affairs Canada engages in international development.