Deadline: 01-Oct-2026
The Amateur Sport Grant Program supports Calgary-based organizations in developing and improving amateur sport facilities and equipment to increase participation and inclusion in community sports. It offers funding up to CAD 75,000 or 50% of project costs and focuses on reducing barriers, improving access, and strengthening grassroots sport infrastructure across Calgary.
Overview of the Program
The Amateur Sport Grant Program is a community-focused funding initiative designed to enhance amateur sport opportunities in Calgary. It supports the development, expansion, and improvement of sport facilities and equipment to encourage participation across all age groups.
The program aims to build healthier, more inclusive communities by improving access to sport and supporting grassroots athletic development.
Program Objectives
The grant program is designed to strengthen community sport systems and increase participation in amateur sports.
Key objectives include:
- Expanding access to amateur sport facilities in Calgary
- Supporting construction, renovation, and expansion of sport infrastructure
- Improving availability of sport-related equipment
- Reducing barriers to sport participation
- Encouraging inclusive and diverse participation in sport
- Supporting grassroots and community-level sport programs
- Promoting healthier and more active lifestyles
Funding Details
The program provides financial support for eligible sport-related projects within Calgary.
- Maximum funding: up to CAD 75,000 per project
- Funding limit: up to 50% of total eligible project costs (whichever is lower)
- Projects must benefit Calgary residents or be located within Calgary municipal boundaries
- Funding supports both facility development and equipment purchases
Eligible Projects
The grant supports a wide range of amateur sport development initiatives.
Eligible project types include:
- Construction of new amateur sport facilities
- Renovation or expansion of existing sport facilities
- Purchase of sport-related equipment for community use
- Projects that increase participation in amateur sport
- Initiatives that improve accessibility and inclusivity in sport environments
Ineligible items include:
- Personal-use equipment such as jerseys or individual apparel
Eligible Applicants
The program is open to community-based and institutional sport organizations in Calgary.
Eligible applicants include:
- Calgary-based non-profit organizations
- Sports clubs and leagues
- Educational institutions
- Community groups involved in amateur sport development
Applicant requirements:
- Must be registered as a non-profit society for at least 3 years
- Must have an active Project Support Program project account
- Must have objectives aligned with amateur sport development
- Must not have received an Amateur Sport Grant in the past 3 years
Special Conditions for K–9 Schools
Specific funding rules apply to K–9 schools:
- First grant: maximum of CAD 20,000
- Second grant: maximum of CAD 10,000 matching funds
- Third grant: not eligible for application
Program Background and Impact
The Amateur Sport Grant Program is part of Calgary’s Olympic legacy linked to the Saddledome operations. It is delivered through a partnership between the Calgary Flames Foundation, the Saddledome Foundation, and Parks Foundation Calgary.
The program has:
- Invested over CAD 17.3 million in local sport initiatives
- Supported more than 630 community groups in Calgary
- Strengthened access to grassroots sport infrastructure across the city
Importance of the Program
The program plays a key role in building inclusive and active communities by:
- Increasing participation in amateur sports
- Supporting equitable access to sport facilities
- Strengthening community engagement through sport
- Enhancing infrastructure for grassroots athletes
- Promoting long-term public health and wellbeing
Conclusion
The Amateur Sport Grant Program is a Calgary-based funding initiative that strengthens community sport by supporting facilities, equipment, and inclusive participation. Through targeted investments in grassroots sport infrastructure, it helps reduce barriers, expand access, and build healthier and more active communities across the city.
For more information, visit Parks Foundation Calgary.