Active Communities Initiative

Active Communities Initiative

Applications are closed

The Active Communities Initiative (ACI) aims to fund capital projects that generate sport and recreation opportunities for Albertans.

The initiative addresses local and provincial sport and recreation infrastructure pressures by supporting eligible organizations to renew, expand, and/or build small to medium sized public-use community sport and recreation facilities.

Important Information

Characteristics

Active Communities Initiative

Funding Range:





 

Stream 1:
Minimum: $100,000                     Maximum: $500,000
Maximum funding from the Government of Alberta cannot exceed 50 per cent of the total project cost
Stream 2:
Minimum: $500,001                     Maximum: $1.5 million
Maximum funding from the Government of Alberta cannot exceed 50 per cent of the total project cost
Call for Applications Expression of Interest: Opens May 3, 2024 (CLOSED)
Invitation to Submit Full  Application: June 28, 2024 (Invitations are based on a review of Expressions of Interest for project eligibility and readiness. Only invited full applications will be considered.)        
Deadlines Expression of Interest: June 1, 2024 (CLOSED)
Full Application Package: September 3, 2024 - (CLOSED)
Matching Requirement Maximum award will not exceed 50% of the total project cost
Grant Agreement
Formal grant agreement will be provided upon approval
Project Completion /  Financial Reporting
As outlined in Grant Agreement
Guidelines

Learn more about the Active Communities Initiative Guidelines.

Application

Applications are now closed

The application process will consist of two steps.

  • Expression of Interest
  • Final Application

Comprehensive information and full guidelines regarding the two-step application process, details on eligibility and application deadlines can be found on the grant webpage.

For additional inquires please contact Sport, Physical Activity and Recreation Branch office. 

Email: [email protected]