By Sam Borsato (@BorsatoSam on Twitter)

Alberta commemorates Canada 150 with new grant for non-profits

Dec 19, 2016 | 5:34 AM

ALBERTA – Non-profit groups across the province have the chance to claim $2-million in grant funding through 2017 in recognition of Canada’s 150th birthday.
 
Small and medium-sized groups that haven’t previously applied for or received money through the Community Grant program (CIP) can apply for up to $25,000 from the new Alberta Canada 150 Grant.
 
However, it’s not meant for celebratory events.
 
Applications must be submitted by the fifteenth of every month, and projects must demonstrate at least one of the following Canada 150 themes:
 
– diversity and inclusion, and building common interests and relationships;
– supporting efforts toward reconciliation of Indigenous and non-Indigenous Canadians;
– engaging and inspiring youth to carry forward the legacy of Canada 150;
– connecting Canadians with nature and raising environmental stewardship to the level of national consciousness.
 
Eligible groups must also contribute $150 in cash to receive the full grant, funded from the CIP.
 
“Canada 150 is an exciting opportunity for Albertans to join with Canadians from coast to coast to celebrate the national milestone and the immense contribution our province has made in building this great country. The Alberta grant funding will help ensure that Canada 150 activities resonate long after the fireworks fade,” noted Ricardo Miranda, Minister of Culture and Tourism.
 
The Alberta Canada 150 Grant will be available until October 15, 2017, and all projects must be complete by December 31, 2017.