Grant Programs
viaSport awards millions of dollars in sport-related grants each year in British Columbia with funding provided by the Province of BC, the Government of Canada, and individual foundations and corporations.
viaSport Grants Make Sport Better
viaSport grants play a pivotal role in increasing access to high quality sport. They create sport opportunities by helping to reduce barriers to participation, enable opportunities for education, and increase access to sport.
Discover more about how our grants can make a difference for you and your community.
How Grants Create Sport Opportunities
The viaSport grant program is dedicated to increasing sport participation across British Columbia by actively supporting programs and initiatives that nurture the growth of athletes, coaches, and officials.
By alleviating the financial burdens associated with training, travel, sporting events, volunteering, competitions, and more, viaSport grants empower participants to focus on what truly matters — pursuing their passion for sport
To ensure that support reaches those who need it most, viaSport implements strict criteria regarding eligibility and the use of funds.
viaSport grants play a vital role in providing essential financial support to both organizations and individuals, helping them unlock their full potential.
This commitment also allows viaSport to champion greater participation among equity-deserving populations throughout the province. viaSport is fostering a vibrant sport community where everyone has the chance to participate and thrive in sport.
viaSport Grants Make a Difference
$36M+
Over $36 million in grants has been distributed to sports organizations and individuals in BC since 2013.
$1M+
Over $1 million in grant funding has been distributed for initiatives and programs that support diversity, equity, and inclusion in sport.
90+
Over 90 unique communities in BC have received support from a viaSport grant program.
1,000+
Since 2013, over 1,000 unique sport organizations in BC have received viaSport grant funding.
