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Enabling Accessibility Fund (EAF) 2026 Call for Proposals is sponsored by Employment and Social Development Canada (ESDC). The EAF provides funding for projects that make communities and workplaces across Canada more accessible for persons with disabilities, creating more opportunities for them to take part in community activities, programs, and services, and access employment.
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Enabling Accessibility Fund – 2026 Call for Proposals | Nova Scotia Funding Portal Enabling Accessibility Fund – 2026 Call for Proposals Federal funding for projects that improve workplace and community accessibility for persons with disabilities across Canada.
Employment and Social Development Canada Enabling Accessibility Fund – 2026 Call for Proposals Federal funding for projects that improve workplace and community accessibility for persons with disabilities across Canada.
Employment and Social Development Canada Health and human services The Enabling Accessibility Fund (EAF) provides funding for projects that make workplaces and communities across Canada more accessible for persons with disabilities.
The 2026 Call for Proposals has two objectives: Workplace projects that eliminate infrastructure and technology-related accessibility barriers where persons with disabilities are currently employed Projects that remove accessibility barriers in Indigenous workplaces or Indigenous communities Flat rate activities (14 types, costed using the EAF 2026 calculator): Multi-sensory rooms and stations Accessible drop-off areas Accessible electric vehicle charging stations Accessible drinking fountains and hand wash stations Accessible multi-purpose rooms Non-Flat Rate Activities (require contractor quotes): Accessible pathways and pedestrian routes Non-slip flooring replacements Enhanced lighting for persons with low vision Wayfinding through signage, tactile cues, and contrasting colours Information and communication technologies (screen readers, captioning software, accessible website modifications, audio loop systems) Equipment specifically designed for persons with disabilities (adaptive recreation equipment, evacuation chairs) Organizations eligible under this CFP include: Municipal governments where the population is less than 100,000 Not-for-profit organizations (including social enterprises) For-profit organizations with up to 99 full-time equivalent employees Indigenous organizations (including band councils, tribal councils, self-government entities) Enabling Accessibility Fund 2026 Call for Proposals ESDC is hosting virtual information sessions for interested applicants: • January 28, 2026, at 1:00 PM EST (English) • January 29, 2026, at 1:00 PM EST (French) • February 11, 2026, at 1:00 PM EST (English) • February 12, 2026, at 1:00 PM EST (French) Register through the links on the program page General info: ESDC.
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ca Estimated Amount Per Fund $500,000 – $1,000,000 per project Letter of Intent Required Maximum project duration: 24 months No leveraging required – all 2026 EAF applicants are exempt from providing matching funds Flat rate activities use the EAF 2026 Calculator for cost estimates; non-flat rate activities require one quote from a certified contractor See program page for more details Create or access a GCOS account Prepare and upload required documents Submit a complete application You May Also Be Interested In New Horizons for Seniors Program - Community-Based Projects Employment and Social Development Canada Provides up to $50,000 for projects that enhance seniors' social inclusion, participation, and community engagement.
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According to the current listing, eligibility includes: Organizations across Canada for projects that increase accessibility for persons with disabilities. Target groups include those seeking employment or participating in community activities. Confirm the full requirements in the official notice before applying.
The current listing shows up to $70,000 (projects exceeding require cash contributions). Verify award ceilings, matching requirements, and allowable costs in the official notice.
Enabling Accessibility Fund (EAF) 2026 Call for Proposals is funded by Employment and Social Development Canada (ESDC). Verify program details on the funder's official page before applying.
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