Celebrations & Events Grant- Community Events

Overview of the Celebrations & Events Grant- Community Events program:

This program offers funding to support the development of new community events and the growth of existing ones. Eligible events are typically single-day occurrences at a neighborhood scale, aiming to foster community connections and enhance the quality of life for residents. Examples of previously funded events include Blueridge Good Neighbour Day, Deep Cove Daze, Osprey Festival, N'chemus Day (Slahal Festival), CityFest, North Shore Folk Fest, and Pride at the Pier

Benefits of the Celebrations & Events Grant- Community Events program:

• The grants aim to:
• Support the development of new community events.
• Encourage the growth of existing events.
• Foster community connections.
• Enhance residents' sense of belonging, identity, and place.

Eligibility criteria of the Celebrations & Events Grant- Community Events program:

• Eligible applicants include:
• Registered not-for-profit arts and culture organizations, including multi-cultural and ethno-cultural organizations
• Other recognized arts groups
• Community service groups
• Community associations; merchants associations or business improvement associations
• Charitable organizations, and
• Other recognized community groups