U.S. Mission to Canada Annual Program Statement

Overview

We invite proposals that align with the U.S. Mission to Canada goals and objectives outlined in the program areas below from eligible academic, cultural, educational, and other non-profit organizations and/or individuals.

We will evaluate those proposals that focus exclusively on the development of one or more of the following program areas, under the principles of making America and the American people safer, stronger, and more prosperous and/or celebrating American excellence.

We seek innovative public diplomacy initiatives that showcase American expertise and U.S.-Canada cooperation across past, present, and future contexts. Programs should emphasize shared U.S.-Canada interests, achievements, and opportunities while addressing strategic priorities such as innovation, defense and security, border security, and the commemoration of America250.

Programs must align with U.S. administration priorities by contributing to efforts that make America safer, stronger, and more prosperous.

Programs should enhance U.S. Mission to Canada’s relationships with opinion leaders, policymakers, and other stakeholders to deepen bilateral cooperation and increase Canadian understanding of and support for U.S. policy, culture, and/or history. They also should foster cross-border connections, facilitate knowledge-sharing, and/or empower the next generation of leaders to build safer, stronger, and more prosperous communities.

Examples of grants program projects include, but are not limited to:

• Academic and professional lectures, seminars, and speaker programs.

• Artistic and cultural workshops, joint performances, and exhibitions.

• Professional and academic exchanges and projects.

• Professional development workshops.

Priority Program Areas:

• Innovation and Emerging Technologies

• Security and Defense

• Secure the Northern Border

• Commemorate America250

• Reinforcing Networks

Participants and Audiences: Proposed programs must:

• Target Canadian audiences, with preference given to programs that have a countrywide reach.

• Strengthen bilateral ties between the United States and Canada by fostering cooperation to address shared challenges.

• Build cross-border networks, share expertise, and create opportunities for U.S.-Canada collaboration.

• Promote greater understanding of the United States among the Canadian public.

• Include a clear U.S. element or connection, such as collaboration with American experts, organizations, or institutions, which must be highlighted in the proposal.

• Feature a public-facing component to ensure broad engagement and visibility (e.g., events, publications, media campaigns).

Program Performance Period: Proposed projects should be completed in 18 months or less.