by The Canada Fund for Local Initiatives (CFLI) is a program run by the Canadian government that provides funding for small-scale, community-led projects in developing countries. The program is designed to support initiatives that address local development priorities, promote democratic participation and good governance, and contribute to poverty reduction and environmental sustainability.
The Canada Fund for Local Initiatives provides funding to local organizations, non-governmental organizations, and other community groups working on initiatives that align with Canada’s foreign policy priorities. These priorities include promoting gender equality and the empowerment of women and girls, promoting human rights and inclusive governance, addressing climate change and environmental sustainability, and supporting inclusive and sustainable economic growth.
The CFLI supports a wide range of initiatives, including education and vocational training programs, community infrastructure projects, and initiatives to promote access to healthcare and clean water. It also supports initiatives that promote democratic participation and good governance, such as programs to strengthen civil society organizations and initiatives to support media freedom and freedom of expression.
Overall, the Canada Fund for Local Initiatives is an important program that helps to support local communities in developing countries to address their own development priorities and build a more sustainable future.
Deadline: April 14, 2023
The Canada Fund for Local Initiatives – Ecuador 2023 is currently accepting applications. The CFLI aims to provide assistance to small but impactful projects in developing countries that align with Global Affairs Canada’s priority areas for engagement. The program is primarily intended for locally-led projects, which are evaluated and authorized by the respective Canadian embassy or high commission. In addition to promoting local initiatives, the CFLI fosters positive bilateral relations between Canada and the beneficiary countries and their civil societies, by encouraging connections and supporting local endeavors.
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Thematic Priorities
All projects must align with at least one of the following CFLI thematic priorities:
- Gender equality and the empowerment of women and girls.
- Inclusive governance, human rights, and human dignity.
- Economic opportunities for all.
- Environment and climate action, including water management.
For the current CFLI cycle, they will give priority to projects implemented by, or involving significant participation of Indigenous and/or Afro-Ecuadorian, people and organizations, or benefiting vulnerable populations in rural areas.
Grant
- The average CFLI contribution is $25,000 to $35,000 Canadian Dollars.
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Eligibility for the Canada Fund for Local Initiatives
Eligible recipients include:
- Local, national or community-based organization (non-governmental and not-for-profit).
- Local municipal, regional, or national government institution or agency of the recipient country.
- Local academic institution.
- Canadian organization (non-governmental or not-for-profit) that is working on local development activities.
- International or regional organization (non-governmental or not-for-profit) that is working on local development activities.
- Intergovernmental or multilateral institutions, organizations, or agencies working on local development activities.
Application
- Proposals should be submitted electronically to the following email: CFLI-FCIL.QUITO@international.gc.ca
- Only those proposals using the designated application form and including the required budget document will be considered: Canada Fund for Local Initiatives (CFLI) Project Application for Funding Form
The deadline for submission is Friday, April 14, 2023, at 23:59 (GMT-5). Applications submitted after this deadline will not be considered.
For more information, visit CFLI Equador.
