Fund 40 diverse, high-impact projects across Ontario that encourage the formation of new OSAID chapters in schools. Promote safer choices and safe roads. Support student leadership, advocacy, and creativityEncourage and support the creation of new OSAID chapters in schools.

Application & Selection Process

Schools will submit a short, proposal describing their project, budget, and goals and how it supports OSAID’s mission. Applications will be evaluated by the OSAID selection team using criteria such as impact, creativity, and feasibility. Selected schools will receive their grant by check or electronic transfer within two weeks of approval.Priority will be given to Ontario secondary schools.

Deliverables & Impact

Schools must submit a digital final report on their project by June 2, 2027, illustrated with photos and images. The report may be submitted as a PowerPoint, PDF, or both.Schools must provide two photos illustrating their activities and authorize OSAID to share them with the public. -Example: a group photo of your students at one of your activities.

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OSAID Safe Roads Grant

Empowering Student-Led Impact
2026/27

SAFE SCHOOLS INITIATIVE

A collaboration between OSAID, the OCS, and the LCBO’s Spirit of Sustainability is designed to empower student-led impact to reduce impaired driving.

PROPOSED PROJECT

OSAID Safe Roads School Grant is a student-driven grant opportunity to raise awareness about the dangers of impaired driving.

EXECUTIVE SUMMARY 2026/27

OSAID, with the support of the OCS and the LCBO’s Spirit of Sustainability, is excited to kick off a new road safety grant program, offering $500 to 40 high schools across Ontario! This initiative aims to support student-led projects that raise awareness about driving safely, especially highlighting the risks of driving under the influence of cannabis and alcohol. In total, $20,000 will be distributed to high schools across the province. We're thrilled to see student leaders taking charge through creative campaigns, events, and initiatives that reflect OSAID’s mission to empower students to influence change in unsafe driving behaviours through awareness, peer engagement, and education for the next generation.
This grant aims to amplify student voices and leadership while supporting OSAID’s mission to prevent impaired driving and encourage healthy, informed choices among students. Funding will enable schools to act on what matters most to them — whether through campaigns, events, or awareness projects that reflect OSAID’s values.

By putting dollars directly into the hands of students, OSAID is doubling down on its core belief: students are not just the future — they are the now.

Deadline to apply: November 2, 2026

Deadline to send mid-grant interim report update: February 1st, 2027

Deadline to send Final Report: June 2, 2027

Youth-led change begins with the right tools. OSAID understands that students often have great ideas but limited access to funding to bring them to life. This initiative aims to bridge that gap.Each $500 grant will serve to start projects that: Raise awareness about the dangers of driving impaired by alcohol, cannabis or both. Promote inclusive, peer-led education initiatives. Engage students through creativity, leadership, and awareness-building.

October 1– November 2, 2026: Application period.November 2, 2026: Application deadline.November 12, 2026: Announcement of the forty (40) grant recipients.November 19, 2026: Funds distributed.November 12, 2026–June 1, 2027: Project implementation.February 1, 2027: Brief progress report due.June 2, 2027: Final report summary and project photos* due. * Photos must be accompanied by permission allowing OSAID to distribute them.

Supported by OCS and the LCBO’s Spirit of Sustainability, this initiative goes beyond funding: it is a meaningful investment in giving students a voice, strengthening their leadership, and inspiring change. By supporting these 40 schools, OSAID proudly continues its tradition of putting young people at the heart of the fight against drinking and driving and dangerous decisions. We’re excited to bring this project to life—and even more excited to see what students accomplish with this opportunity.

Applicant Type

A school-based student group with a teacher or staff advisor and the school principal's permission.
In some cases, individuals such as students, educators, or community leaders may also be eligible if partnered with a school.
Post-secondary groups may be considered if they are submitted on behalf of an official student group that operates within the institution's recognized student group framework.

Focus Area

Projects must directly address the dangers of impaired driving by alcohol or cannabis, or both.

Geographic Scope

Projects must take place in Ontario within the designated region in which the school is located.

Target Audience

Must engage a clearly defined group (e.g., youth, rural communities, Indigenous communities, etc.).

Capacity to Deliver

Applicants must agree to plan, implement, and report on the project within the grant timeline.

Budget Requirements

The project must align with the maximum funding available, show realistic costs, and avoid duplication of funding from other grants for the same activity.

Ethical & Legal Compliance

All proposed activities must be in accordance with the law and all relevant school regulations.
All proposed activities should be inclusive, non-discriminatory, and accessible.

Relevance to Road Safety and Impaired Driving

How does the project directly address road safety issues and reduce risks (e.g., impaired driving by cannabis, impaired driving by alcohol or impaired driving by cannabis and alcohol? )

Impact & Reach

Potential to create measurable change: number of people reached, number of student volunteers, and school board or media acknowledgment of your activities.
NOTE: Grants will be evenly distributed geographically throughout Ontario.

Innovation & Creativity

New, engaging, or youth-led approaches (e.g., live in-person engaging school events, peer-to-peer initiatives, social media campaigns, community involvement, etc.).

Feasibility & Sustainability

Is the project realistic within the budget/timeline?
Potential for lasting impact beyond the funding period (e.g., a new OSAID club started or increased student membership in an existing OSAID club).

Community Involvement

Level of collaboration with community partners such as Public Health, Police Services, and local businesses or other schools.
Projects that build community connections are stronger.

Evaluation & Measurable Outcomes

Clear plan for tracking results (surveys, attendance, behaviour change indicators).

Investment Impact

Efficient use of funds with a strong return on investment in safety outcomes.

Relevance to Road Safety (20%)

5 – Project strongly addresses the issue of impaired driving by alcohol, cannabis, or both.
3 – Project moderately addresses the issue of impaired driving by alcohol, cannabis, or both.
1 – Weak or unclear connection to road safety.

Impact & Reach (20%)

5 – High potential impact; engages a large audience, number of active student volunteers, and school board acknowledgment of your activities.
3 – Moderate impact; number of active participants; reaches a reasonable number of participants with some measurable outcomes.
1 – Limited reach; unclear how it will benefit the target audience.

Innovation & Creativity (15%)

5 – Highly innovative; uses fresh, engaging approaches (e.g., youth-led campaigns, interactive methods).
3 – Some creative elements; partly new but similar to existing initiatives.
1 – Little to no innovation; conventional or repetitive.

Feasibility & Sustainability (15%)

5 – Clear, realistic plan; strong evidence that the project can be completed on time and may continue after funding ends by means of a new or existing OSAID club at the school.
3 – The plan is somewhat realistic; sustainability is uncertain.
1 – Unclear or unrealistic plan; unlikely to be sustainable.

Community Involvement & Partnerships (10%)

5 – Strong collaboration with Public Health, Police Services, and local businesses or other schools.
3 – Some level of partnership; limited collaboration.
1 – Minimal or no evidence of community involvement.

Evaluation & Measurable Outcomes (10%)

5 – Clear evaluation plan with measurable indicators of success.
3 – Some evaluation methods; indicators are vague.
1 – No clear plan to measure outcomes.

Investment Impact (10%)

5 – Budget is realistic, cost-effective, and maximizes impact per dollar spent.
3 – Budget is acceptable; some concerns about efficiency.
1 – Poorly justified or unrealistic budget.

Scoring Summary

Each category scored 1–5.
Weight applied as above (e.g., Relevance 20%, Impact 20%).
Total possible score = 100 points.

SUBMIT YOUR APPLICATION

We’re excited to make this happen — and even more excited to see what students will do with the opportunity.

OSAID Safe Roads Grant

Empowering Student-Led Impact
2026/27

SAFE SCHOOLS INITIATIVE

PROPOSED PROJECT

EXECUTIVE SUMMARY 2026/27

Goals & Vision

Program Goals

Application & Selection Process

Timeline

Deliverables & Impact

The Benefit

OSAID Safe Roads Grant

Empowering Student-Led Impact 2026/27

SAFE SCHOOLS INITIATIVE

PROPOSED PROJECT

EXECUTIVE SUMMARY 2026/27

Goals & Vision

Program Goals

Application & Selection Process

Timeline

Deliverables & Impact

The Benefit

Empowering Student-Led Impact
2026/27