Kia Canada and Community Foundations of Canada introduced Kia Communities in Motion in 2021—a program aligned with Kia’s belief in ‘Movement that inspires.’ Movement is at the core of human development – through movement, we see new places, meet new people and have new experiences. It is through this movement that we find inspiration. 

Now in its third year, KCIM involves a $1.4M investment over four years by Kia Canada, channeling funds into community projects that foster inclusivity from coast to coast to coast. Amidst challenges like the COVID-19 impact and the climate crisis, KCIM envisions sustained transformation in the coming years, offering support through innovative and inspiring approaches.

Many communities, including immigrants, Indigenous communities, racialized communities, individuals living with disabilities and the 2SLGBTQ+ community face unique challenges in creating safe and inclusive spaces. Kia Communities in Motion is supporting moving grassroots efforts forward to create a future where everyone belongs.

As we embark on the third year of Kia Communities in Motion, we are inspired by the transformative power of engaging with and empowering communities. The projects funded demonstrate the vital role of charities and non-profits in driving towards a future where everyone belongs. We look forward to the important impact these projects make in their communities.

Andrea Dicks, President at Community Foundations of Canada