International Single Sport Events — Hosting Program
The International Single Sport Events (ISSE) component of the Hosting Program assists national sport organizations (NSOs) in hosting international single sport events in Canada, such as World Championships, Olympic or Paralympic qualification events and World Cups.
The component aims to enhance high-performance sport development as well as the international profile of Canadian sport organizations.
Who can apply
To be eligible for funding, your organization must be a Canadian summer or winter National Sport Organization (NSO) with evaluated high performance programs aligned to the Canadian High-Performance Sport Strategy.
Application deadline
Applications to the ISSE component are accepted on an ongoing basis. However, Sport Canada requires receipt of applications between six and 24 months prior to the proposed start date of the event, as outlined in the following table:
| Level of Request | Application Deadline |
|---|---|
| Up to $250,000 (Tier I) | Minimum 6 months prior to the event |
| Over $250,000 (Tier II) | Minimum 24 months prior to the event |
Special Application Intake for Events Taking Place in 2026–2027
In recognition of the additional funding announced through the 2026 Spring Economic Update, applications for events taking place during the 2026–2027 fiscal year will be accepted on a continuous basis and are not subject to a specific application deadline.
How to apply
Applicants are required to:
- read the Application guidelines; and
- contact a Sport Canada Program Officer to request an application package and to submit the required documentation.
Contact us
Department of Canadian Heritage
Sport Canada
15 Eddy Street, 16th Floor (15-16-G)
Gatineau, Quebec
J8X 4B3
- intlsinglesportevent-manifestationintlunisport@pch.gc.ca
- Telephone
- 1-866-811-0055 (toll-free)
- TTY
- 1-888-997-3123 (toll-free)
Agents are available to answer your questions, Monday to Friday, 7:30 am to 6:30 pm (EST).