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| (2) Community Development Support category |
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| This category of the Sand Plains Community Development Fund provides non-repayable contributions to not-for-profit projects that explore and expand innovative opportunities in sustainable community and regional development. The aim is a prosperous economy built on diverse business activities that benefit rural areas of the Sand Plains region. |
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| | | | PRIORITY AREAS | | AGRIBUSINESS / AGRI-FOOD | | TOURISM | | GREEN PRODUCTS | | RENEWABLE ENERGY | | FOOD PROCESSING | | MANUFACTURING |
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| Preference will be given to projects that: |
| Are located (entirely or mainly) in the Sand Plains region
Are implemented and supported by the local community
Incorporate economic viability, environmental values and social implications
Leverage other federal, provincial, municipal and/or private sector investments
Demonstrate partnership with other communities in the region
Complement (and do not duplicate) funding from other programs |
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| Funding |
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| For all projects, maximum support by the Sand Plains Community Development Fund is 85% of total project cost; the remainder (15% or higher) non-government contribution to your project can include cash and/or in-kind support. |
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| | | | ELIGIBLE APPLICANTS | - Community organizations
- Not-for-profit organizations
- Co-operatives
- Social service institutions
- Municipalities
| | Eligible recipients must be incorporated and able to enter into legal agreements. |
| | | Apply to: | We are no longer accepting applications for the Community Development Support component of the Sand Plains Community Development Fund. |
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