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The Consumer Initiative Fund (CIF) offers a variety of individual grants to support the wellbeing of Vancouver residents with lived and living experience of mental health and/or substance use challenges.

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Art Grant $85

Provides an opportunity for Vancouver artists to purchase art supplies

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Crisis Grant $85

To assist Vancouver peers who are experiencing significant financial strain due to unexpected circumstances

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Education & Leisure Fund

Provides funding of up to $400 to Vancouver peers for educational courses or leisure activities

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