Community Grant Programs

Discretionary Grants-in-Aid

Discretionary Grants-in-Aid

Application Process 

All applications must be submitted in writing to the applicable Department using the Application Form. *You must provide a clearly detailed budget showing anticipated revenues and expenses.

Please Note: Applications will NOT be considered for commitments or expenses incurred prior to approval of the grant.

As funding permits, assistance will be considered based on the following priorities:

• Youth Programs/events
• Senior Programs/events
• Programs/events with a clear benefit to disadvantaged members of the community

There must be a demonstrated financial need to justify the request. Individual Grant allocations will be a maximum amount of $1,000 and shall be for no more than one third of the anticipated total cost of the event/program.

Applications will be considered only for non-profit organizations operating within the community or contributing to the general interest, health and/or welfare of the community in its entirety.

For more information or assistance with the application process, please refer to the applicable policy or contact the Corporate Services department at 250.774.2541 option 7 or email frontcounter@northernrockies.ca.

GRANT APPLICATION

 Community Facility Fee Waiver

Community Facility Fee Waiver 

Application Process 

Please Note: Applications will NOT be considered for commitments or expenses incurred prior to approval of the grant.

As funding permits, assistance will be considered based on the following priorities:

There must be a demonstrated financial need to justify the request. Individual Grant allocations will be a maximum amount of $1,000 and shall be for no more than one third of the anticipated total cost of the event/program.

Applications will be considered only for non-profit organizations operating within the community or contributing to the general interest, health and/or welfare of the community in its entirety.

For more information or assistance with the application process, please refer to the applicable policy or contact the Corporate Services department at 250.774.2541 option 7 or email frontcounter@northernrockies.ca.

Quarterly Facility Fee Waiver Awards: Supporting community events by waiving fees for eligible non-profits.

GRANT APPLICATION

Business Façade Improvement Program

Business Façade Improvement Program

The physical environment in which we live and work has a great effect on us. A community that is more appealing and interesting to the eye gives its residents a greater sense of place. The program is aimed to provide grant funding to business owners to improve retail and commercial building frontages. It is envisioned that the program will help promote the community as an appealing, interesting, and friendly place to do business, visit and live.

This is an annual program, and more information is available on information is available on the Business Façade Improvement webpage.

Government Transfers Program

The Government Transfers Program supports local non-profits in the Northern Rockies by providing transparent, fair, and accessible funding aligned with regional priorities to enhance community well-being, economy, and environment.

The program offers different grant levels for operating costs, events, and capital projects, with clear eligibility criteria and reporting requirements to ensure accountability.

Funding decisions over $15,000 are made by Council, emphasizing sustainability and partnership strengthening.

Applications are accepted through quarterly, biannual, or annual intakes, depending on the grant size, with an annual budget set based on a percentage of the prior year’s Municipal operating budget.

The Government Transfers Program integrates the former Discretionary Grants-in-Aid program while expanding the funding levels and categories to better meet the needs of local non-profits.

• DRAFT Government Transfers Policy
• Program Guide
• Application
• Sample Funding Agreement
• Sample Reporting Forms

Questions about the program or the application process can be directed to grants@northernrockies.ca 

Grant Writing Support

Grant Writing Support

Support is available to assist with identifying funding opportunities, guiding you through the application process, helping craft a strong proposal, and fostering collaboration within the community to enhance chances of success. For more information contact the Regional Development & Planning department at rdp@northernrockies.ca.

Permissive Tax Exemption Program

Permissive Tax Exemption Program

A permissive tax exemption is a means for Council to support non-profit organizations within the community which further Council’s objectives of enhancing quality of life (economic, social, cultural) and delivering services economically. Details on Permissive Tax Exemptions can be found on the NRRM website here.