The Embrace the Outdoors Grant Program will award grants of up to $4,500 to support costs related to safely enjoying outdoor spaces. Open to local nonprofit organizations, eligible grant projects should ensure that families and neighbours can appreciate the outdoors in new and unique ways.

The intent of this grant is to fund outdoor improvements and enhancements that welcome people to enjoy the outdoors and can be experienced by a variety of users at different times. Projects should provide multiple opportunities for people to experience and to participate. This program is not intended to fund or support events or community-style gatherings but rather experiences that people can participate in their own time while safely enjoying the outdoors.

Any non-profit organization, club, educational institution or group is eligible to apply if they:

  • Are a registered nonprofit organization in good standing

  • Are located within The City of Calgary municipal boundaries

Community projects should provide activities that families and neighbours can enjoy on an ongoing basis and allow people to experience their outdoor spaces in new and different ways. They must also:

  • Occur between October 1, 2021 and April 30, 2022

  • Be free of charge and open to the general public

  • Adhere to the most up to date public health and safety restrictions provided by Alberta Health Services and the City of Calgary

  • Be located within The City of Calgary municipal boundaries

  • Make every effort to be accessible to people of ALL ages and abilities

  • Successful Grantees must contact Alberta Health Services (AHS) at specialevents@ahs.ca to inform them of their project, ensure compliance with public health restrictions, and report back to AHS if adjustments need to be made.

Applications are being accepted from now until July 31st. Funds will be awarded on a first-come-first-serve basis.