Athletes  /  Grants

The Built Together program helps Albertans build spaces for active living in their community.  Whether it be a skate park, playground, outdoor gym or sports court, we’re giving back to Albertans and helping them live their best lives.

Each year, Alberta Blue Cross award $50,000 grants in Edmonton, Calgary, a secondary city, rural community and an Indigenous community.

Built Together funds infrastructure projects that foster active living. Eligible projects include but are not limited to

  • outdoor gyms
  • cycling paths
  • construction or replacement of playgrounds, skate parks, and outdoor rinks.

Programs must be publicly accessible and free of a membership charge.

Applications are open until May 15, 2023.

Get all the details HERE

CANADA-ALBERTA JOB GRANT

The Canada-Alberta Job Grant is a training program where an employer applies on behalf of their present or future employees for eligible training costs. Employers decide who gets training and what type of training may be needed for their employees.

Funding provided by the Government of Canada through the Workforce Development Agreement.

COMMUNITY FACILITY ENHANCEMENT PROGRAM

Community Facility Enhancement Program (CFEP) funding provides financial assistance to acquire, build, purchase, repair, renovate, upgrade or expand sports, recreational, cultural or other related public-use community facilities.

CFEP Small Funding Stream

Annual application deadlines:

  • January 15
  • May 15
  • September 15

Projects must be completed within 18 months from the date the cheque is received by the organization.

COMMUNITY INITIATIVES PROGRAM  (CIP)

The re-opening of CIP Project-Based grant program will support non-profits in their work to rebuild social connections in Alberta’s communities and support Alberta’s recovery. Non-profit and community organizations will look at the delivery of their programs and services during the COVID-19 health emergency in innovative and creative ways. Please review the CIP PROJECT-BASED GUIDELINES for eligibility and funding criteria.

Highlights:

  • Funding will focus on events, festivals, programs and projects delivered in innovative and creative ways.
  • Higher priority will be given to:
    • projects that consider public health measures
    • events and festivals that support economic recover
    • programs and projects that support social connectivity

MORE REWARDS FUELING SPORT

The More Rewards Fueling Sport program – an initiative pledging $10M in support over the next five years for local athletes and community sport teams through sponsorship, fundraising and cost saving opportunities. In partnership with Save-On-Foods, they are committed to fueling your journey from playground to podium.

Youth Sport Parents, Coaches & Team Managers

Any team, in any sport, at any level of competition! Your team must be based In British Columbia, Alberta, Saskatchewan, Manitoba or Yukon.

Community sport brings us together and makes us stronger – as individuals and as a collective. We often speak to the impact on the field, but off the field is where community is built. It’s where we gather to celebrate, share food and reminisce. We understand the stress and challenges COVID-19 has created for families, making it difficult for athletes and teams to stay connected. And when sport returns, many clubs, teams and athletes will face financial challenges. Which is why More Rewards, along with founding partner Save-On-Foods, is proud to unveil this new program aimed at making the daily lives of youth sport families more affordable and rewarding.

This program will begin as soon as team sport can safely return to competition. In the meantime they invite you to register your team today, so you can be the first to receive more details when it come available.

Register HERE

ELITE ATHLETES & RISING STARS

An athlete’s journey from their hometown to the top of the podium is never easy. Between the cost to compete, the time away from home, friends and family, and the daily grind of training and competitions – you are tireless in your pursuit. We are so proud to be investing in the future of hundreds of elite athletes and rising stars like you across Western Canada. If you would like to be considered for sponsorship by More Rewards Fueling Sport, we would love to hear from you!

Apply HERE

LOCAL MARKETING GRANT

The Local Marketing Grant has been developed to support local businesses in the creation of a marketing plan and/or marketing materials that aims to drive cash flow to the business and supports economic recovery.

The grant will allow business owners to enhance their marketing efforts or digital presence while driving local tourism efforts by attracting visitors to the city.

PURSUIT OF EXCELLENCE FUNDING

The City of Grande Prairie’s Pursuit of Excellence Fund is designed to provide assistance to athletes, coaches, and sport organizations, to achieve “excellence”.

Athletes, Coaches and Sport Organization Funding & Scholarships

  • ATHLETE DEVELOPMENT FUNDING
    Applicants may be eligible for up to two-thirds of the funds required; the individual/club is to provide remaining. Funding assistance to attend sports camps is not available from this fund; however, specialized or elite training camps may qualify. Pursuit of Excellence encourages attendance at local clinics. There is also funding assistance available, up to a maximum of $1000.00 per year, for athletes selected to national or provincial teams.
  • BOB NEUFELD SCHOLARSHIP 
    The Committee will review applications for the award of up to 4 scholarships of $1,000 annually to individuals who are pursuing excellence in their chosen sport(s). Applications can be from individual athletes, volunteer coaches or officials who have a desire to further their expertise in their chosen sport.
  • COACHING DEVELOPMENT FUNDING
    Coaching education, particularly locally through clinics, conferences, and symposiums is first priority with the Committee. Applicants may be eligible for up to two-thirds of the funds required; the individual/club is to provide remaining
  • COME FLY WITH ME FUND
    This award is available to local athletes who require assistance to enhance their training and development and who have demonstrated pride in their community. Athletes must be part of the Grande Prairie sport development system. Committee decisions will be made on the basis of the applicant’s ability to meet fund criteria.
  • FUNDING FOR REFEREES, OFFICIALS & VOLUNTEERS
    Funding applications received from Referees/ Officials to upgrade their accreditation for their respective sport will be evaluated on an individual basis.
  • Funding for Workshops, Clinics & Symposiums
    Applicants are encouraged to offer training locally to allow for a greater number of Coaches, Officials, Volunteers to benefit from the training. The Committee may approve up to $1,000 towards:

    • Workshops
    • Clinics
    • Symposiums
  • Perky McCullough International
    Excellence Scholarship
    The Perky McCullough International Excellence Scholarship Fund is designed to support local athletes with the best potential for international success. Committee decisions will be made on the basis of the applicant’s ability to meet fund criteria.
  • Travel Funding
    Individuals/Teams representing the Province of Alberta and competing at or below the Junior Level who have qualified to attend national or championship competition, not including Invitational Tournaments, may be eligible for the following assistance.

Local Marketing Grant

The Local Marketing Grant has been developed to support local businesses in the creation of a marketing plan and/or marketing materials that aims to drive cash flow to the business and supports economic recovery.

The grant will allow business owners to enhance their marketing efforts or digital presence while driving local tourism efforts by attracting visitors to the city.

Large Scale Tourism Events Funding

Large Scale Tourism Events funding applications will be considered once per year. The deadline for submission of funding applications is February 1 of each year. Applications are accepted for festivals and sporting events that have a tourism draw of 100 kilometres or greater, resulting in at least 35% of attendance by visitors to our community. A Large Scale Tourism Event would provide a unique audience and/or participant experience, and can result in a significant economic and/or tourism benefit to Grande Prairie. Large Scale Tourism Events are generally a ticketed, multi-day event with an attendance of greater than 2000 people per day.

GEORGE REPKA OUTSTANDING ACHIEVEMENT AWARD

The George Repka Outstanding Achievement Award recognizes individuals who have made a major contribution in the areas of recreation, culture, or social services to the community.

JUMPSTART

Canadian Tire Jumpstart is a national charity dedicated to removing financial barriers so kids across Canada have the opportunity to get off the sidelines and into the game. Jumpstart helps kids between the ages of 4 to 18 by assisting with the costs associated with registration, equipment and/or transportation for sports and physical activity programming.

Individual application

Community Development Grants have two funding streams. The Operational stream assists organizations with operational costs, while the Programming stream helps organizations develop or sustain sports and recreational programming for kids aged 4-18 in financial need and youth with disabilities between the ages of 4-25.

COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT GRANT APPLICATION

KIDSPORT 

KidSport Grande Prairie provides support to kids 18 years of age and under to help remove the financial barriers that prevent them from participating in organized sport programs.

Apply for the Oil Country Hockey Assist Program HERE

For more information & application form CLICK HERE.

INMOTION NETWORK

Women & gIRLS IN mOTION & go girl

Use of Funding: InMotion Network’s three Physical Activity funding programs are funded through AGLC gaming proceeds. All funds acquired through gaming must be used in accordance with AGLC policies. The heart of the policy is that all funds must be used on items that are essential to hosting a GO GIRL, GIRLS IN MOTION, WOMEN IN MOTION  or TAKE THE LEAD program. AGLC has determined that all funds raised through gaming endeavours must be used to support not-for-profit organizations in Alberta and as such InMotion Network is not permitted to fund any level of government. Gaming Funds to support the three physical activity projects submitted through schools, towns, municipalities, etc. must flow through local not for profit groups.