Strategic Plans for Grants in the Canary Islands, 2026

The Spanish Canary Islands government has approved updated strategic plans for grants across multiple departments, emphasizing transparency, efficiency, and targeted support for social, judicial, and economic recovery efforts in 2026.

Justice Sector

• The government maintains significant funding for legal aid, victim support, and mediation services, with a total of around €25 million allocated.
• Existing channels are preserved with a focus on service quality.
• Notably, there's a new €140,000 grant to promote historical memory projects, including exhumations from the Franco era.

Public Administration and Transparency

• Funds support infrastructure improvements in El Hierro, especially for cemeteries.
• Around €285,000 is planned for expansions.
• These investments aim to bolster public services amid current migration challenges.

Focus on La Palma

• The most prominent measures focus on La Palma, severely impacted by volcanic eruptions.
• The government has earmarked over €50 million for ongoing recovery.
• Funding includes:
  • Compensation for affected residents and businesses
  • Infrastructure repairs
  • Social programs to boost economic and community resilience
• Additional grants include €2 million for infrastructure restoration in El Paso and other municipalities.

Overall Goals

These plans highlight a commitment to rebuilding affected areas, fostering social cohesion, and supporting economic stability, all within a flexible framework to adapt to emerging needs throughout 2026.