Deadline: 28-Feb-25
The Saskatchewan Parks and Recreation Association (SPRA) have partnered with the Government of Saskatchewan to offer the Community Rink Affordability Grant (CRAG), recognizing the escalating operating costs communities and organizations face.
Skating and curling rinks are integral to the creation of vibrant, active, and connected communities in Saskatchewan. These facilities play a critical role in health and wellness, at a time when that has never been more important.
Funding Information
- A grant of $2,500 will be available per ice surface to help offset the expenses in eligible indoor skating and curling rinks for the 2024-2025 operating season.
Eligibility Criteria
- Applies to indoor skating and curling rinks only. Outdoor facilities are not eligible.
- Requires that indoor skating and curling rinks have already installed ice this season in order to be eligible.
- Available to municipalities (urban and rural), First Nation communities, Canadian Forces Bases, schools and registered non-profit groups. Privately owned rinks are not eligible to receive funding.
- Submission must come from the legal owner of the facility (Facility Owner). For example: If the Village owns the facility, the Municipal Office will need to complete the submission.
- CRAG funds can be directed towards rink operating costs (i.e. wages, utilities, maintenance and supplies). Eligible costs must have been incurred between September 1, 2024, and March 31, 2025.
- Receipts or other documentation of expenses must be retained and available upon request, for auditing purposes.
For more information, visit SPRA.