Participate in a Canada Games sport.
Athletes must have the potential to be among the best in Canada, have demonstrated dedication to their sport, have special needs not covered through regular program funding, and must not be subsidized by national programs (i.e. hold a national card).
Coaches at a provincial and club level who are actively upgrading their skills to a level 3 competitive development and require assistance to fund their development.
Professional coaches are not eligible.
The foundation does not provide funding to officials.
Athletes over 30 are not eligible.
An independent committee evaluates all applications recommending approval and the financial amounts. The board makes final approval of all applications at their semi-annual board meetings.
Only one application is acceptable in a twelve month period.