Last updated: January 13, 2026

On this page, you can learn more about grants and awards related to school health and wellness. We feature opportunities from Alberta Health Services, the Government of Alberta, and the Government of Canada. Please contact the funder directly for more information.

The health promotion facilitator assigned to your school authority may be able to help your school community tap into other grants and awards.

 

Current opportunities

Grants and awards from the Government of Alberta

  • Community Facility Enhancement Program (Small) Grant Summary 

Grants and awards from the Government of Canada

  • Canada Post Community Foundation – Project Grant  
  • The Duke of Edinburgh's International Award - Canada

Other funding opportunities

  • Schoolyard greening grant
  • Breakfast Clubs of Canada


Grants and awards from the Government of Alberta

 

Community Facility Enhancement Program (Small) Grant Summary  

  • Health topic: Community development. This grant supports improvements to public use facilities, such as community centers, sports fields, and recreational spaces.
  • Who can apply: Non-profit organizations, municipalities, and community groups looking to enhance their facilities, including Parent Associations registered under the Societies Act of Alberta. 
  • Grant amount: Up to $125,000.
  • How to apply: Applicants should review the program guidelines and complete the online application form. 

 

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Grants and awards from the Government of Canada

 

Canada Post Community Foundation – Project Grant  

  • Health topic: Varies. This funding can be used for sports supplies, special needs adaptive equipment, playground or facilities upgrades, and more.  
  • Who can apply: Schools (as defined by the Education Act in each province), school/parent organizations, Indigenous groups, and others. 
  • Grant amount: Maximum $5,000. 
  • How to apply: Review the eligibility criteria, gather the documents you need, and submit your online grant application (the application website is available Feb. 12, 2024). Use the application checklist to keep you on track.  

 

The Duke of Edinburgh's International Award - Canada

  • Health topic: All topics—youth applicants develop their own challenge programs based on personal goals in four areas: community service, skill building, physical recreation, and adventurous journey. Projects involve voluntary extra-curricular activities and require a minimum commitment of 26 weeks.
  • Who can apply: Youth 14-24 years old can apply for one of three levels: bronze, silver, gold. There are minimum ages to start each level, and your program must be finished by your 25th birthday. 
  • Award type: This is a program that recognizes individual achievement, commitment, and passion. The award is the process, not the prize!
  • How to apply: Visit dukeofed.org/getstarted to learn more.  
  • Deadline: Ongoing
  • Website: dukeofed.org

 

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Other funding opportunities

These funding sources may be used to support Alberta-based school projects focused on nutrition, physical activity, or mental health. Please contact the funder directly for more information.

This is not a full list grant opportunities. Your health promotion facilitator may be able to help you tap into other sources, especially those in your local area.

Opportunity

Deadline

Schoolyard greening grant

January 15 

Breakfast Clubs of Canada

Ongoing

 

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