Canadian businesses may seek funding through Sustainable Development Goals Funding program

This funding opportunity aims to support the federal government's implementation of the 2030 agenda by strengthening partnerships and engagement with Canadians. Organizations are invited to apply for funding for projects that:

• aim to localize SDGs in communities, to adapt, employ and monitor progress of the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development at the local level and to measure and report on the SDGs;
• increase public awareness and share best practices or lessons learned that support and enhance Canada's progress on the 2030 Agenda, particularly within equity-deserving groups and groups or individuals in vulnerable situations;
• foster new and established partnerships bridging efforts across sectors;
• foster and integrate Indigenous and local knowledge into approaches and efforts; and
• explore new and innovative approaches and investment for SDGs.

The call for proposals is open until January 12, 2024.

"The Sustainable Development Goals provide us with concrete milestones that we are currently working towards to build a stronger, safer, and more inclusive Canada,” said Jenna Sudds, Minister of Families, Children and Social Development. “The launch of the call for proposals for the Sustainable Development Funding Program is an invitation to access federal support to increase awareness and report on the SDGs at the community level. I strongly believe that by working together, we will help build a sustainable future and advance progress on the 2030 Agenda."

The 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development is a 15-year global framework adopted by Canada and all other United Nations member states in 2015. It sets out a 15-year plan to achieve the goals.