Eligible organizations in Manitoba can now apply for accessibility project funding of up to $50,000 through the Manitoba Accessibility Fund grant program.

Projects must target accessibility standards under the Accessibility for Manitobans Act to improve customer service, employment or information and communication, and must also fulfil one of three objectives including: raising awareness about the prevention and removal of barriers; developing tools, resources and training to support compliance with legislated standards; or removing barriers to information and communications electronically, in print and in person.

Potential applicants can include municipalities and local authorities, such as planning districts and Northern Affairs Community Councils, universities, colleges and school divisions, non-profits and on-reserve organizations. The deadline to apply is February 14, 2025.

To date, the fund has awarded more than $2.4 million in funding to support 109 projects across the province.

Interested parties can find more information on eligibility and the application process here.