The Coaching Association of Canada and Game Plan's NCCP Coach Education Grant program introduces athletes to the possibility of a career in coaching. As part of this initiative, Game Plan and the CAC are excited to provide support for up to $1000 for the following NCCP coaching streams:
Key dates
The funding applies for training completed within the 2026-2027 period. Game Plan athletes who have previously received this support are encouraged to reapply.
Athletes are encouraged to connect with their Game Plan Advisor for any coaching pathway or NCCP-related questions. They can also contact their Provincial/Territorial Coaching Representative.
Access to NCCP Competition Stream
Game Plan, in partnership with the CAC, reimburses NCCP coaching education fees for athletes to complete NCCP Competition Stream training in their sport. This reimbursement is available for athletes who are still competing or within 2 years of retirement as per Game Plan eligibility, with the CAC’s funding contribution for women participants, as per CAC’s directed funding via it’s Women in Coaching Program.
Game Plan, in partnership with the CAC, reimburses NCCP coaching education fees for athletes to complete NCCP Competition-Development training in their sport. This reimbursement is available for athletes who are still competing or within 2 years of retirement as per Game Plan eligibility, with the CAC’s funding contribution for women participants, as per CAC’s directed funding via it’s Women in Coaching Program.
Game Plan, in partnership with the CAC, reimburse coaching education fees for athletes to complete the NCCP Advanced Coaching Diploma (ACD). This reimbursement is available for athletes transitioning out of sport or who are already retired, with the CAC’s funding going solely toward women participants.