Funding
Sport Nova Scotia offers a wide range of funding options for Athletes, coaches, officials, PSOs, and CSOs.
Applicants are encouraged to read the eligibility information noted here and ensure they meet the criteria before beginning an application. For the best user experience, we recommend the Chrome browser on a desktop or laptop.
The purpose of the Nova Scotia Athlete Assistance Program (NSAAP) is to provide direct financial assistance to Nova Scotia athletes who have achieved significant results at the national and/or international level in their pursuit of excellence. The NSAAP recognizes the significant financial commitment associated with the pursuit of excellence and is pleased to support Nova Scotia athletes in their quest to be the best. A significant portion of the NSAAP is supported through the Support4Sport Program of the Nova Scotia Gaming Corporation.
To be considered, ATHLETES must:
Note: Masters program athletes are not eligible for Tier 1 to Tier 5 funding. Masters athletes may be eligible for Tier 6 (PSO Card) funding at the discretion of their respective PSO.
Athletes can apply at any time. Applications must be completed and submitted by the individual applying for funding AND endorsed by the PSO by the 15th of the month to be reviewed by the Support4Sport Committee the end of the month. Applications are to be completed in the individual applicant’s Sideline portal. Please allow for a reasonable timeline for the PSO to endorse the application. Any applications received after the 15th of the month will be automatically moved and reviewed the next month. Once you’ve completed your application and are ready to submit, please make sure to click “Submit for Endorsement” to finalize the application process.
Please note you will be required to create a Sideline Learning account in order to apply. This account will be associated with the Provincial Sport Organization that will be endorsing your application.
Applicants are encouraged to read the eligibility information noted here and ensure they meet the criteria before beginning an application. If eligible, please review and complete an application and all requested supplementary information by the 15th of each month.
KidSport is a national children’s program that helps kids overcome the financial barriers preventing or limiting their participation in organized sport. KidSport Nova Scotia provides funding of up to $500/year/child for sport registration and/or equipment. In operation since 1994, KidSport Nova Scotia has assisted over 31,000 children totaling over $7.7 Million.
Individual Para Athlete Classification Assistance Program
The purpose of the Nova Scotia Individual Para Athlete Classification Assistance program is to provide direct financial assistance to Nova Scotia Parasport athletes who are excelling at the Provincial level and have the potential to achieve significant results at the National and/or International level, but who need to travel outside Nova Scotia to be classified. The program recognizes the significant financial commitment associated with the pursuit of excellence and is pleased to support Nova Scotian Parasport athletes in their quest to be the best.
To be considered, ATHLETES must:
*Please note certifications and initiatives within the province are typically ineligible for funding at the individual level because they are generally eligible for support at the provincial or community sport organization level.
Tier Guide
National Classification | $1,000 | Athletes undergoing their first National Classification in a Paralympic Stream sport. |
International Classification | $2,000 | Athletes undergoing their first International Classification in a Paralympic Stream sport. * With NSO endorsement |
Classification Reviews | $1,000 | Athletes with a Sport Class Status of Review (R) who are undergoing a classification review in a Paralympic Stream sport. * With NSO endorsement |
Athletes can apply at any time. Applications must be completed and submitted by the individual applying for funding AND endorsed by the PSO by the 15th of the month to be reviewed. Applications are to be completed in the individual applicant’s Sideline portal. Please allow for a reasonable timeline for the PSO to endorse the application. Any applications received after the 15th of the month will be automatically moved and reviewed the next month. Once you’ve completed your application and are ready to submit, please make sure to click “Submit for Endorsement” to finalize the application process.
Funding is available to individual coaches for certification or training initiatives. Coaches will be supported based on the quality of their initiative and their ability to assist Nova Scotia athletes and coaches at all levels. Only coaches with a Competition Intro certification will be considered. Generally, funding will not be available for traveling to events with athletes. Coaches must be in good standing with their PSOs.
In order to be considered COACHES must:
*Please note certifications and initiatives within the province are typically in-eligible for funding at the individual level because they are generally eligible for support at the provincial or community sport organization level. It should also be noted that the Support4Sport committee will not fully fund an initiative without any PSO/CSO/NSO contribution.
Coaches can apply at any time. Applications must be completed and submitted by the applicant and endorsed by the PSO by the 15th of the month to be reviewed by the Support4Sport Committee the end of the month. Please allow for a reasonable timeline for the PSO to endorse the application. Any applications received after the 15th of the month will be automatically moved and reviewed the next month.
Please note you will be required to create a Sideline Learning account in order to apply. This account will be associated with the Provincial Sport Organization that will be endorsing your application.
Please be advised that funding through this program is only available to Support4Sport coaches hired by Provincial Sport Organizations who serve in a Provincial Coach / Technical Director role.
If you are not a Support4Sport coach you may be eligible for Individual Coach funding . Please consult criteria before applying.
Funding is available to Support4Sport supported coaches to further their professional development. In some instances these professional development opportunities may take place in the form of seminars or group educational events, which will be open to other coaches who would like to take part.
Professional development opportunities will be determined by the goals and priorities set by each coach and may vary by individual. Each full-time coach supported by the Support4Sport program is eligible to receive a maximum of $1,500 for a professional development/educational opportunity. Some additional opportunities may be designed and delivered if the budget allows. Efforts will be made to develop opportunities that can be accessed by coaches in addition to those supported by the Support4Sport program.
Coaches can apply at any time. Applications must be completed and submitted by the applicant and endorsed by the PSO by the 15th of the month to be reviewed by the Support4Sport Committee the end of the month. Please allow for a reasonable timeline for the PSO to endorse the application. Any applications received after the 15th of the month will be automatically moved and reviewed the next month.
The Sport Nova Scotia Parasport Program Loan is designed to provide Community Sport Organizations, Non-Profit groups, and Municipal Recreation Departments involved with Parasport programs access to equipment and resources to offer introductory adaptive sport opportunities in their community.
Successful applicants may borrow a full set of equipment, program guides for how to facilitate weekly introductory programming in the selected sport, and leadership training in 1 of 6 available parasport’s for the selected 6-week period.
To apply email parasport@sportnovascotia.ca (Program Loan in Title) to receive full infomation and an application form.
Equity, Diversity, Inclusion and Accessibility (EDIA) Funding
Introduction
Equity, Diversity, Inclusion and Accessibility (EDIA) supports have increasingly been identified as a priority for the continued growth, development and betterment of sport. EDIA Funding is designed to help strengthen, sustain, grow, or improve unique community sport programs across Nova Scotia.
EDIA Fundingcan be used to support traditionally underrepresented communities in their efforts to increase participation in community-based sport programming.
Applicant Criteria
All organizations applying must have a partner and include the Elements of a Partnership Agreement, specifying the nature of the partnership. A sport organization must have a community service partner. A community service organization must have a sport partner.
EDIA Population Targeted Communities
Eligible Costs:
EDIA Funding supports projects that are intended to:
Support traditionally underrepresented communities’ participation in community-based sport programming.
Application Process:
For more information and access to the funding application process, please contact the Regional Sport Consultant for your area.
| Region | Consultant | Email Address |
| Central | Annie Kennedy | akennedy@sportnovascotia.ca |
| Fundy | Chelsey Bray | cbray@sportnovascotia.ca |
| Highland | Stephanie Brennan | sbrennan@sportnovascotia.ca |
| Cape Breton | David Ogbuah | dogbuah@sportnovascotia.ca |
| South Shore | Nicole Ramey | nramey@sportnovascotia.ca |
| Valley | Angela Morrison | amorrison@sportnovascotia.ca |
Funding is available to individual officials for certification or training initiatives. Officials are supported based on the quality of their initiative and their ability to assist the Nova Scotia sport system at all levels.
In order to be considered, OFFICIALS must:
*Please note certifications and initiatives within the province are typically in-eligible for funding at the individual level because they are generally eligible for support at the provincial or community sport organization level. It should also be noted that Support4Sport will not fully fund an initiative without any PSO/CSO/NSO contribution.
Officials can apply at any time. Applications must be completed and submitted by the applicant and endorsed by the PSO by the 15th of the month to be reviewed by the Support4Sport Committee the end of the month. Please allow for a reasonable timeline for the PSO to endorse the application. Any applications received after the 15th of the month will be automatically moved and reviewed the next month.
Please note you will be required to create a Sideline Learning account in order to apply. This account will be associated with the Provincial Sport Organization that will be endorsing your application.
The Canada Games Centre Legacy Access Fund (CGCLAF) was made possible by a contribution from the Support4Sport program. It is designed to assist PSO provincial team and Canada Games team athletes in securing training time at the Canada Games Centre and to ensure that the facility becomes a home base for Nova Scotia’s high performance programs. The program will provide 50% of the cost of facility rentals for gym, track or pool usage, up to a maximum of $5,000.00 to any single Provincial Sport Organization per year.
PSOs receiving funding for this program must also complete a user agreement with the Canada Games Centre.
To be considered:
PSOs can apply at any time. Applications must be completed and submitted by the 15th of the month to be reviewed by the Support4Sport Committee the end of the month. Any applications received after the 15th of the month will be automatically moved and reviewed the next month
The goal of Project Funding is to support PSO initiatives that demonstrate a likelihood of helping PSOs reach their identified goals in each pillar of the Sport Development Tool to strengthen the Nova Scotia sport delivery system. Project Funding is a pool of shared funding amongst the four pillars (Organizational Effectiveness, Coaching & Officiating, Participation and Excellence). Pillar Leads will work in consultation with the PSO and CCTH Sport Consultants to prioritize projects. All projects must be linked to PSO priorities or plans and be completed with monitoring by the Pillar Lead and Consultant. All projects will be evaluated and the learnings will be captured.
To be considered:
PSOs can apply at any time. While applications must be completed and submitted by the 15th of the month, PSOs must initiate the application process at least one month in advance of the application deadline.
To begin an application, please contact the relevant Pillar Lead:
Janice Cougle – Participation & Officiating – jcougle@sportnovascotia.ca
Dillon Ross- Organizational Effectiveness – dross@sportnovascotia.ca
Evan MacInnis – Excellence – evan@csiatlantic.ca
Natasha Burgess-Johnson – Coaching natasha@csiatlantic.ca
Nick Lenehan – Equity Diversity & Inclusion (EDI)– nlenehan@sportnovascotia.ca
