Bruce County Strategic Community Initiative Fund Now Accepting Applications

Apply for funding before Friday, February 20, 2026.

Bruce County is now accepting applications for the Strategic Community Initiative Fund (SCIF). This program supports community-based projects that enhance and complement the core services of the Human Services Department. Through this fund, Bruce County Human Services continues its commitment to assisting low-income households and fostering meaningful, long-term benefits for residents across the county.

“We are proud to support local organizations through the Strategic Community Initiative Fund,” said Tina Metcalfe, Director of Human Services, Bruce County. “This funding helps turn strong community ideas into action and ensures projects making a real difference for residents have the support they need to succeed.”

Initiatives receiving funding will:

  • Complement the core services of the Human Services Department
  • Address gaps in services and/or unmet needs of low-income residents
  • Be based on best practices and/or research
  • Not duplicate existing resources

 

The opportunity to apply is open until Friday, February 20, 2026, at 4:30 with notifications sent to successful applicants by March 6, 2026.

Learn more about eligibility and how to apply at www.brucecounty.on.ca/SCIF.

For more information, please contact Bruce County Human Services at 1-800-265-3022 or email HuSinfo@brucecounty.on.ca.