First Nations Fencing Program
Program objective
The primary objective of this program is the creation of programs aimed at fostering greater inclusivity,understanding, and support for first nations athletes, coaches and communities. The program will focus on promoting cultural awareness, building meaningful partnerships and providing equitable access for first nations youth to participate in the sport of fencing.
Grants Available
A limited number of grants will be provided to selected provincial/territorial fencing associations and/or clubs up to a maximum of $1,000 per grant. These grants may be used to pay for travel expenses, instructor fees, facility rental, purchase of additional equipment, etc.
Application Deadline
The deadline to submit applications for this program to [email protected] is October 15, 2025. Please include the following information as a minimum:
- goal of your project
- projected number of participants
- length of the program (i.e. one-time workshops, ongoing intro program, etc.)
- estimated cost
Further details can be found below.