Organizations have until November 1, 2022, to apply for a new round of funding that focuses on infrastructure improvements that boost disability inclusion and accessibility. Canada recently earmarked $64 million for communities, workplaces and early learning and child care facilities.

The call for proposals was announced under the Enabling Accessibility Fund (EAF) Small Projects component. Potential projects could include the renovation, construction or retrofit of ramps, accessible doors, accessible washrooms, elevators and lifts, accessible communications technology, accessible playgrounds, and multi-sensory rooms and stations.

Nearly $58 million will be allocated to support about 580 small projects in workplaces and communities, and up to $6.5 million will support about 65 projects in early learning and childcare facilities.

Eligible projects could receive up to $100,000 per project. Priority will be given to those involving workplaces, Indigenous organizations, shelters that provide services to those experiencing violence (including gender-based), and early learning and child care centres.

The previous EAF Small Projects component call for proposals, launched in 2020, distributed a total of $82.6M in funding to support 1,177 projects.

Online information sessions for this round of proposals will be offered to support organizations through the application process. Organizations can apply online.