What happens after I apply?

Review Process 

CPRA will assemble an Adjudication Team to review and score the applications. Only one application per organization is allowed. 

Evaluation Criteria 

The priority areas for adjudication are: 

• Affordable: projects will be delivered with minimal to no cost to participants. 

• Results oriented: projects will be delivered in such a way as to increase participation and retention of under-represented communities. 

• Focused on organized sport: while other activities may be included (such as movement skills development), the primary activity must be organized sport and must adhere to safe sport practices. 

• Green: delivery of the projects should produce minimal or positive environmental impact. 

• Accessible: projects must be tailored to the needs of one or more of the under-represented groups but can be open to all and should allow for a wide range of athletic ability. 

• Available: projects should seek to be delivered in underserved communities. 

Additionally, applicants must: 

• Demonstrate they have the relevant skills and expertise to run a sport program. 

• Demonstrate they have the relevant skills and expertise to manage the program funding. 

• Confirm they have not already received any federal funding to support the same program. 

• Demonstrate they will comply with reporting and follow-up evaluation requirements. 

Funding Decision 

All applicants will be notified by CPRA of their funding decision. Successful applicants will be notified by Monday, September 22nd.  

Eligible programs must be completed by March 20th, 2026.  

Conditions of Funding 

Successful candidates must: 

• Confirm their use of funding within five (5) working days of the date of offer, or the offer will be withdrawn. 

• Confirm that they have not already received any federal funding to support the same positions. 

• Confirm they have a Safe Sport Policy in place or be willing to develop one with the support of CPRA. 

Reporting 

Successful applicants will be asked to share a final program report at the end of their program. Full details will be provided when funds are released. Submitting the report is essential to receive program funding, and participating organizations must submit their final report within 7 days of the program end date in order to receive their funding.  

Communication Requirements 

Successful applicants must acknowledge CPRA and the Government of Canada in all official communications, with wording approved in advance. Recipients are also expected to share general information about their program and promote it in both official languages. CPRA is pleased to support translation efforts on a case-by-case basis.