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Alberta Agricultural Societies Program
Funding for Alberta agricultural societies
Last Update: April 9, 2026
Funding available
$ 17,500
Timeline
- Open Date : February 15, 2024
- Closing date : February 15, 2025
Location
Alberta, Canada
Overview
This program provides a base grant of up to $17,500 and partial reimbursement of eligible expenses for primary agricultural societies in Alberta. It supports governance, agricultural programming, operational costs, and community-focused activities.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Increase social or community impact
- Enhance an existing program
- Improve governance or administrative structure
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 17,500 $
Timeline
- Open Date : February 15, 2024
- Closing date : February 15, 2025
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
Location
- Alberta
Legal structures
- Non-profit
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Canadians
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
- Other Recreation and Social Clubs
Target groups
- General public
- Rural / Remote communities
- Business owners / entrepreneurs
- Community leaders
Revenue structures
- 100% donations / grants
Scope
- Provincial
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Governance, leadership, and training activities for agricultural societies
- Agricultural events, programs, and education activities
- Operational support for facilities owned or operated by the society
- Base grant activities aligned with community agricultural objectives
Documents Needed
- Completed grant application
- Year-end financial statements
- Supporting schedules or ledgers for claimed expenses
- Statement of expense template, if needed
- Financial statements prepared by a professional accounting firm
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Primary agricultural societies
Eligible expenses
- Advertising, signage, and fair books
- Office expenses, staffing, contractors, judges, and announcers
- Cleaning, sanitation, security, event insurance, and sanction fees
- Insurance, utilities, repairs and maintenance, wages, and bookkeeping
- Registration, travel within Canada, accommodation, and scholarships for eligible leadership activities
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Costs paid or reimbursed by another organization
- GST, taxes, bank fees, interest, and late payment penalties
- Capital expenses, new construction, and major renovations
- Donations, fundraising activities, alcohol, fireworks, and entertainment
- Out-of-country costs and non-agricultural programming
Eligible geographic areas
- Alberta
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are reviewed by ministry staff for eligibility.
- Eligible claims are assessed against program guidelines.
- Funding is limited and not all claims may be fully reimbursed.
- Applicants must certify that information and expenses are accurate.
- Grant recipients must keep records of expenditures for at least 6 years.
Additional information
- Eligible claims are based on the previous operating year.
- Applications must include full names for camps, conferences, courses, and activities.
- Records of claimed expenses must be kept for at least 6 years.
- Grant payments are subject to provincial grant regulation.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Alberta Agricultural Societies Program Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the Alberta Agricultural Societies Program. This section explains what the program is, how much funding is available, eligibility requirements, application deadlines, and other important details to help you determine if this grant is right for your business.
What is the Alberta Agricultural Societies Program?
This program provides a base grant of up to $17,500 and partial reimbursement of eligible expenses for primary agricultural societies in Alberta. It supports governance, agricultural programming, operational costs, and community-focused activities.
How much funding can be received?
Alberta Agricultural Societies Program Funds up to $17,500 of admissible expenses.
What is the deadline to apply?
The application deadline for this grant program was February 15, 2025.
Who is eligible for the Alberta Agricultural Societies Program program?
To be eligible for the Alberta Agricultural Societies Program program, you must:
Primary agricultural society in good standing
Operates a facility or ag event/program
Paid expenses with financial records
What expenses are eligible under Alberta Agricultural Societies Program?
Governance, leadership, and training activities for agricultural societies
Agricultural events, programs, and education activities
Operational support for facilities owned or operated by the society
Base grant activities aligned with community agricultural objectives
Who can I contact for more information about the Alberta Agricultural Societies Program?
You can contact Government of Alberta by email at agi.agsocietygrants@gov.ab.ca or by phone at 780-968-3517.
Where is the Alberta Agricultural Societies Program available?
The Alberta Agricultural Societies Program program is available the province of Alberta.