We’re excited to announce the launch of the African Nova Scotian History Challenges Project Fund Initiative — created to help reduce financial barriers and spark even more creativity in projects during our 20th anniversary year! In addition to the extended project deadline — March 6, 2026 — we hope that this helps more students get involved!
Who can apply?
All P-12 students, teachers, classrooms, and community centers in Nova Scotia are eligible. You can apply with a project already in-progress or a new idea. Please note that an adult can submit the form but a student must describe the project (video, audio or text).
What’s available?
Selected student applicants will receive up to $50 in project funds to help bring their History Challenge ideas to life.
How to apply:
Use our online application to submit a short pitch sharing details of the dream project — and tell us what materials you’ll need to make it happen. The application only takes a few minutes to complete! You can upload a pre-recorded video to the application form or use the live video, audio, or text features provided in the application.
Questions to prepare your application:
- Which of the seven ANS History Challenges does your project connect with?
- What materials do you need to create the project?
- What grade are you in (P-6, 7-9, or 10-12)? Which region do you reside in?
We can’t wait to see the innovation, pride, and storytelling that this special year of the History Challenges will bring!
Apply by January 30th!
Please share this opportunity with your school or community network to help more students take part in learning, celebrating and preserving African Nova Scotian history!
If you need help applying or have questions, please reach out to us: historychallenges@dbdli.ca
– The DBDLI Team