CanCode

Across Canada, demand is growing for programs that help young people build practical digital skills and see a future for themselves in STEM fields. For not-for-profit organizations working in education and workforce development, CanCode offers a significant opportunity to scale that impact nationally. Delivered by Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada, this program focuses on strengthening coding, digital literacy, and emerging skills such as artificial intelligence among youth and educators, with a strong emphasis on reaching underrepresented groups.

CanCode supports experienced nonprofit organizations that design and deliver free training initiatives for students and instructors. Funded projects often include hands-on coding education, teacher training, and community-based programs that make advanced digital skills more accessible to youth who might otherwise be left out. Funding can reach into the millions, allowing organizations to run multi-year, large-scale initiatives that have lasting reach across provinces and territories. Because projects are offered at no cost to participants, the program helps remove financial barriers while building long-term capacity in Canada’s digital talent pipeline.

For nonprofits in the education, training, or social impact space looking to expand proven digital skills programming, CanCode can be a transformative source of support. Reviewing the full program details can help determine how your organization’s experience and goals align with future funding opportunities.