Government of New Brunswick

Overview

The objective of this program is to foster better understanding and appreciation of New-Brunswick’s linguistic duality. It aims to enhance the provision of services in both official languages, and to bring together members of both official language communities in the not-for-profit sector.

Eligibility

Any non-profit organization with a social and/or community focus, registered according to federal and/or provincial laws, whose permanent office is located in New Brunswick, and who wishes to:

  • Promote participation of both official language communities at public forums in the not-for-profit sector;

  • Make available more public interest publications in both official languages.
Note that individuals, government departments and their agencies, health care institutions/organizations, as well as professional and recreational organizations are excluded.

Eligible projects must belong to one of two categories:

  1. Projects involving interpretation from one official language to the other as well as translation of documents related to a public event such as conference, convention, annual meeting.

  2. Translation from one official language to the other of various documents intended for the public and organization members:

    • a. Documents related to the founding of the organization i.e. constitution, charter and by-laws during the start-up phase;

    • b. Materials promoting the organization and its mandate/services to the public such as pamphlets, brochures, posters, news release, web site during start-up phase;

    • c. Documents related to a public meeting, an annual meeting, a conference;

    • d. Other documents such as training guide, public-interest research or report.

Description

Funding Information

  • This funding program is made possible by the Canada-New Brunswick Agreement on the Provision of French-Language Services, administered jointly by Intergovernmental Affairs, with the New Brunswick Executive Council, and Heritage Canada.

  • Funding of a project cannot exceed 100% of eligible expenses, up to a maximum of $10,000. Assessment of an application is subject to available funding. Approved funding will be awarded by way of reimbursement at the end of the project.

  • Applicants must submit certified invoices from the professionals who will be providing the translation and/or interpreting services. Priority will be given to applicant organizations which have never received funding through the Program.
Eligible Expenditures:

  • Professional fees as well as trave and lodging fees for interpreters

  • Rental fees for technical equipment/booth(s) – including technical staff’s professional, travel and lodging fees,

  • Professional fees for translators and revisers
Application Information

Applications for funding assistance may be submitted at any time during the fiscal year (April 1 – March 31). The goal is to issue official notification within 8 weeks of receiving an application. All required documentation must accompany the application. An application for a project which has been undertaken or is already completed won’t be considered under the Program.

Please refer to the Program Criteria for more important information.

Contact Information Email Location
Fredericton