The Canadian Investment Regulatory Organization has launched a funding program for non-profit and charitable organizations to develop initiatives that promote investor education and protection in Canada, with a particular focus on underserved communities. Priority areas include projects serving low-income Canadians, racialized communities, youth and seniors, newcomers to Canada, LGBTQ2S+ individuals, and persons with disabilities. Grants will be funded from CIRO’s restricted fund, which consists of monetary sanctions and can be used for public-interest initiatives aligned with CIRO’s Recognition Orders, including educational programs, research projects, and investor protection initiatives; distribution is intended to be broad across provinces, with encouragement for applicants in Western and Eastern Canada, including Indigenous and grassroots organizations. Applications must be submitted using the Restricted Fund Application Form on CIRO’s website by March 31, 2025.
Canadian Investment Regulatory Organization 2025-01-09
Canadian Investment Regulatory Organization opens restricted fund grant program to support investor education and protection
The Canadian Investment Regulatory Organization has launched a funding program for non-profit and charitable organizations to promote investor education and protection in Canada, focusing on underserved communities. Priority areas include low-income Canadians, racialized communities, youth, seniors, newcomers, LGBTQ2S+ individuals, and persons with disabilities. Grants will be funded from CIRO’s restricted fund, with distribution encouraged across provinces, including Indigenous and grassroots organizations.