The Communities In Action Fund (CIAF) aims to help bring about a physical activity and community sport culture in Ontario by helping local and provincial not-for-profit organizations provide and enhance opportunities for physical activity and community sport and recreation. This initiative is a key piece of ACTIVE2010: Ontario’s Sport and Physical Activity Strategy that aims to help Ontarians be more physically active. Eligible program applicants can receive non-capital funding for projects falling under one or a combination of categories covering planning, implementation, and/or development.

Specific information regarding the focus and eligibility requirements can be found in the CIAF guidelines.

If your organization is interested in applying to the CIAF and helping your community to be more physically active, contact your ministry consultant to discuss potential initiatives. Our Regional and Sport and Recreation Branch staff lists are available here to download. Consultation with ministry staff is strongly encouraged before submitting an application.

By working together, we can help Ontarians realize the benefits of an active lifestyle and contribute to a healthier Ontario.