On October 14, 2025, County Council approved a new policy called the Athabasca County Community Grants Program. The program brings together seven updated grants and introduces two new funding streams, creating more opportunities for volunteers, non-profits, and youth to access support for recreation, arts, culture, and heritage.
Grants Featured in the Program
- Community Event Grant (formerly Grants to Organizations),
- Youth Achievement Grant (formerly Youth Assistance Grant),
- Youth to Multiplex (formerly Athabasca Regional Multiplex Swim Program Assistance),
- Community Recreation Capital Grant (formerly Community Assistance Grant),
- Community Hall Operating Grant (formerly Community Hall Assistance Grant),
- Outdoor Rink Grant (formerly Outdoor Rink Assistance Grant),
- Local Cemetery Improvement Program,
- Sponsorship (new), and
- Impromptu Requests (new).
Key Updates
- Standardized Forms: One common application, budget, and final reporting form for grants,
- Online Submission Option: Can upload submissions directly to the Athabasca County website,
- Expanded Youth Funding: Youth can receive funding for progressing in activities related to academics, sciences, trades, arts, and culture,
- Flexible Support: Project doesn’t fit existing categories? It may still be eligible under the Impromptu Requests stream, and
- Increased Cemetery Support: Cemetery projects can receive up to $3,500 in funding.
Note: Projects approved before the launch of the new program will continue to follow the old guidelines, except final reporting will require use of the standardized forms.
Learn more or apply.
For any questions, please contact our Research & Grant Writer at grants@athabascacounty.com or (780) 675-2273.
