Opportunities Fund for Persons with Disabilities
Through funding for organizations, the Opportunities Fund for Persons with Disabilities program helps people with disabilities prepare for, obtain and maintain employment or self-employment.
About the Opportunities Fund for Persons with Disabilities program
The Opportunities Fund for Persons with Disabilities program offers funding for local, regional, and national projects.
Funding for local and regional projects helps organizations create local or regional projects involving eligible activities. Through local and regional projects, recipient organizations deliver eligible activities to individuals.
Funding for national projects helps organizations create projects designed to provide and improve employment services and increase the labour market participation of people with disabilities across Canada. Through national projects, recipient organizations deliver eligible activities to individuals in various regions.
How to Apply
How is the program delivered?
Funding for local and regional projects is distributed through a contribution agreement with a service provider. Funding for national projects is distributed by means of a Call for Proposals. Individuals may contact an organization currently funded under the National Projects option to determine the location(s) and types of services offered (i.e. eligible activities).
Where to find more information
- Call 1 800 O-Canada (1-800-622-6232) (TTY: 1-800-926-9105)
- Consult the Frequently Asked Questions
Other Useful Resources
- Canada Business – Government Services for Entrepreneurs
- Labour Market Development Agreements for Persons with Disabilities
- Office for Disability Issues
- Other HRSDC Funding Programs
- Success Stories
- Youth with Disabilities
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