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Association Development Grant Program (ADP)
Invitation-only support for Alberta sport organizations
Latest source updateLast Update: July 8, 2026Latest change: The Association Development Program is now by invitation only, with a revised eligibility reference and refreshed wording on supported sport, physical activity, and recreation activities.View change
Latest source update
Last Update: July 8, 2026
Latest change: The Association Development Program is now by invitation only, with a revised eligibility reference and refreshed wording on supported sport, physical activity, and recreation activities.
Association Development Program eligibility and scope updated
The Association Development Program page now says the program is by invitation only and points applicants to a new Association development program criteria PDF for eligibility details. The overview was rewritten to emphasize operational funding for sport, physical activity, and recreation programming that supports Alberta youth and families, affordable access, and health and wellbeing outcomes. The scope language also shifted from a broad sport-delivery description to a stronger focus on building capacity across the non-profit sport system, supporting coaches, officials, and volunteer leaders, and creating safe, welcoming, age-appropriate sport environments.
Funding available
Varies by project
Deadline
Open continuously
Location
Alberta, Canada
Overview
The Association Development Program is an invitation-only program that supports Provincial Sport Organizations, Disability Sport Organizations, and Multisport Service Organizations in Alberta through operational funding. It aims to strengthen participation, coaching, officials, volunteer leadership, long-term participation, and athletic excellence in sport.
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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
- Varies by project
Funds Providers
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Location
- Alberta
Legal structures
- Non-profit
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- All groups
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
- Sports
Target groups
- People with disabilities
Revenue structures
- Fee-for-service model
Scope
- Provincial
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Build capacity across the non-profit sport system.
- Increase the number of Albertans participating in sport.
- Promote long-term athletes and lifelong participation in sport.
- Support the development of quality coaches, officials and volunteer leaders.
- Assist Albertans pursuing athletic excellence.
Documents Needed
- Organization bylaws
- Strategic plan
- Membership records
- Policies required by the program
Official resources
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Provincial Sport Organizations
- Disability Sport Organizations
- Multisport Service Organizations
- Invited applicants only
Selection criteria
- Compliance with program eligibility requirements.
- Demonstrated provincial scope and organizational capacity.
- Contribution to sport, physical activity, and recreation goals.
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are reviewed against the eligibility criteria.
- Meeting the criteria does not guarantee funding.
Additional information
- See the Association development program criteria for more information.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Association Development Grant Program (ADP) Program
What is the Association Development Grant Program (ADP)?
The Association Development Program is an invitation-only program that supports Provincial Sport Organizations, Disability Sport Organizations, and Multisport Service Organizations in Alberta through operational funding. It aims to strengthen participation, coaching, officials, volunteer leadership, long-term participation, and athletic excellence in sport.
Who is eligible for the Association Development Grant Program (ADP) program?
To be eligible for the Association Development Grant Program (ADP) program, you must:
Not-for-profit society in Alberta
Provincial sport scope
Active multi-zone programming
What expenses are eligible under Association Development Grant Program (ADP)?
Build capacity across the non-profit sport system.
Increase the number of Albertans participating in sport.
Promote long-term athletes and lifelong participation in sport.
Support the development of quality coaches, officials and volunteer leaders.
Assist Albertans pursuing athletic excellence.
Who can I contact for more information about the Association Development Grant Program (ADP)?
You can contact Alberta Municipal Affairs by email at spar@gov.ab.ca.
Where is the Association Development Grant Program (ADP) available?
The Association Development Grant Program (ADP) program is available the province of Alberta.
Is the Association Development Grant Program (ADP) a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Association Development Grant Program (ADP) is a Grant and Funding
Who are the financial supporters of the Association Development Grant Program (ADP)?
Association Development Grant Program (ADP) is funded by Alberta Municipal Affairs