COMMUNITY EVENT FUNDING PROGRAM
Do you want to organize an event during the Halifax Pride Festival, but require a little support? The Halifax Pride Society values 2SLGBTQIA+ community events that celebrate our history, build bridges between diverse communities, enrich quality of life for attendees, and foster community pride.
Program Eligibility:
Events must be small to moderate in size. Large scale events will not be considered for funding.
Events must take place between July 16-26, 2026 (Halifax Pride Festival).
Events must take place within the Halifax Regional Municipality.
Events must be created and hosted for the benefit of the 2SLGBTQIA+ community.
Funding Details:
Applicants can request up to $1000CAD.
Successful applicants receive full amount in advance of event.
Successful applicants are asked to submit a short report following completion of their event.
Selection Process
Funding decisions will be made by a committee of community volunteers. All decisions will be final and applicants will be notified of the results in May.
In reviewing applications, the selection committee will prioritize:
Events that focus on youth and all ages programming
Sober focused events
Events that prioritize the diversity of lived-experiences in the queer community (youth, elder, sober, newcomer, etc.)
Events with plans to ensure accessibility
Please note: Some prioritization categories and groups for the program change from year to year
2026 funding applications will open in March 2026
Online Festival Event Calendar
Halifax Pride does not select or curate community events for inclusion in the Halifax Pride Festival or Festival Calendar. A separate call for event submissions for the Festival Calendar will be announced in the coming weeks. Those producing community events are not required to apply to this program to be included in the Festival Schedule.
