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Coal Community Transition Fund
Funding for Alberta coal community transition
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Funding available
$ 1,750,000
Deadline
Unspecified
Location
Alberta, Canada
Overview
The Coal Community Transition Fund provided up-front funding to support Alberta coal-impacted communities. It supported economic development initiatives, transition planning, and business attraction activities that helped municipalities and First Nations move toward long-term economic stability.
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At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Develop strategic partnerships
- Increase social or community impact
- Improve governance or administrative structure
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 1,750,000 $
Funds Providers
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Location
- Alberta
Legal structures
- Public or Parapublic institution
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- All groups
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
Availability timeline
2018
Periods: 1
Activities funded
- Economic development capacity-building initiatives.
- Community transition planning for long-term economic sustainability.
- Economic strategies to improve the local business environment and attract investment.
Documents Needed
- Project proposal
- Project plan with timelines and milestones
- Detailed budget breakdown
- Disclosure of all funding sources
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Municipalities in Alberta affected by the coal phase-out.
- First Nations in Alberta affected by the coal phase-out.
Who is not eligible
- Entities outside the list of eligible municipalities and First Nations.
- Applicants whose project does not relate to coal phase-out transition needs.
Eligible expenses
- Project-related costs for economic development initiatives and transition planning.
- Costs for studies, consultations, surveys, mapping, and business support activities tied to the project.
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Travel and accommodation.
- Hospitality, entertainment, gifts, prizes, and awards.
- Legal fees, taxes, audit, insurance, membership fees, and sponsorship.
- Land acquisition, major infrastructure, debt reduction, lobbying, and advocacy.
- Retroactive costs and non-arm’s length transactions.
Eligible geographic areas
- Alberta
Selection criteria
- Alignment with program objectives.
- Support for the priorities and transition needs of the impacted community.
- Clear short- and long-term benefits for the municipality or First Nation.
How to apply
- Step 1: Prepare the proposal
- Complete the project proposal.
- Include a project plan, timelines, and key milestones.
- Provide a detailed budget breakdown.
- Step 2: Submit by email
- Email an electronic copy of the proposal to the program administrator.
- Step 3: Await review
- Proposals were reviewed on a case-by-case basis.
Processing and Agreement
- Applications were reviewed case by case.
- Proposals were assessed for alignment with program objectives and local transition priorities.
- Short- and long-term benefits were considered in the review.
- No funding was guaranteed after submission.
Additional information
- Funding was provided up front so projects could start immediately.
- Only one application per eligible entity was accepted.
- Regionally collaborative applications were given priority.
- Projects funded under the program had to acknowledge Government of Alberta support.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Coal Community Transition Fund Program
What is the Coal Community Transition Fund?
The Coal Community Transition Fund provided up-front funding to support Alberta coal-impacted communities. It supported economic development initiatives, transition planning, and business attraction activities that helped municipalities and First Nations move toward long-term economic stability.
How much funding can be received?
Coal Community Transition Fund Funds up to $1,750,000 of admissible expenses.
Who is eligible for the Coal Community Transition Fund program?
To be eligible for the Coal Community Transition Fund program, you must:
Must align with program objectives.
Must support community transition needs.
Must show local economic benefits.
What expenses are eligible under Coal Community Transition Fund?
Economic development capacity-building initiatives.
Community transition planning for long-term economic sustainability.
Economic strategies to improve the local business environment and attract investment.
Who can I contact for more information about the Coal Community Transition Fund?
You can contact City of Brooks by email at cares.program@gov.ab.ca.
Where is the Coal Community Transition Fund available?
The Coal Community Transition Fund program is available the province of Alberta.
Is the Coal Community Transition Fund a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Coal Community Transition Fund is a Partnering and Collaboration