Funding Announced for Organizations Advancing Progress on the Sustainable Development Goals
Ottawa, ON – December 11, 2024 – The Government of Canada today announced funding of up to $15 million over three years to organizations working to advance progress on the United Nations’ Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).
The funding will support projects that contribute to the achievement of the SDGs in Canada, particularly in the areas of poverty reduction, climate action, gender equality, and inclusive economic growth.
“We are committed to working with our partners to build a more sustainable and inclusive future for all Canadians,” said the Honourable Harjit S. Sajjan, Minister of International Development and Minister responsible for the Pacific Economic Development Agency of Canada. “This funding will support organizations that are making a real difference in communities across the country.”
The funding will be provided through the Sustainable Development Goals Funding Program, which is administered by the Department of Foreign Affairs, Trade and Development (DFATD).
Organizations interested in applying for funding can visit the DFATD website for more information. The deadline for applications is January 31, 2025.
About the Sustainable Development Goals
The SDGs are a set of 17 goals adopted by all United Nations member states in 2015. The goals cover a wide range of issues, including poverty, hunger, health, education, gender equality, and climate change.
Canada is committed to achieving the SDGs both at home and abroad. The government has developed a national SDG strategy that outlines how Canada will work towards achieving the goals.
About the Sustainable Development Goals Funding Program
The Sustainable Development Goals Funding Program is a competitive funding program that provides grants to organizations working to advance progress on the SDGs in Canada.
The program is open to a wide range of organizations, including non-profit organizations, charities, Indigenous organizations, and academic institutions.
For more information, please contact:
Media Relations Office Global Affairs Canada 343-203-7700 media@international.gc.ca
Funding announced for organizations advancing progress on the Sustainable Development Goals
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