It is expected that the project will be geared to provide opportunities for poor and vulnerable groups. Two additional projects currently in the planning stage focus on support for primary school teaching, and environmental compliance in the mining sector. Partnership Programme CIDA supports the development activities of a variety of non-governmental organizations, institutions, and private sector firms. These activities aim to promote technology transfer, job creation, and the development of skills through work with counterparts in developing countries. Institutions such as universities, colleges, unions, cooperatives, youth organizations, and professional associations are assisted in their development efforts.
Most projects focus on grass-roots development.