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Community Facility Enhancement Program (CFEP) - Community Facility Enhancement Program Large
Funding for Alberta public-use community facilities
Funding available
$ 125,001 - $ 1,000,000
Deadline
May 20, 2026
Location
Alberta, Canada
Overview
Community Facility Enhancement Program Large supports public-use community facilities in Alberta with funding for renewal, expansion, purchase, or new construction. It covers eligible project costs such as facility upgrades, acquisitions, new builds, and integral equipment purchases.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Increase social or community impact
- Renovate or expand facilities
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 1,000,000 $
- Minimum amount : 125,001 $
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
- Social Services
Target groups
- All the groups
Revenue structures
- 100% donations / grants
Scope
- Local
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Renewing or expanding an existing public-use community facility
- Purchasing an existing facility
- Constructing a new public-use community facility
Documents Needed
- Project business case
- Five-year operational budget
- Lease or user agreement, if applicable
- Board listing with contact information
- Recent financial statements and project quotes
Official resources
Program guide
Application form
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Community non-profit organizations
- Alberta-based non-profits
- Organizations registered under the listed provincial or federal legislation
Who is not eligible
- Municipalities
- For-profit organizations
- Universities, colleges, institutes, and private schools
- Organizations supporting private sector interests
- Individuals
Eligible expenses
- Facility renewal, expansion, purchase, or construction costs
- Integral equipment, appliances, and furniture
- Review engagement report or audited financial statements
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Applications, fundraising, meetings, ceremonies, and similar project-prep activities
- Retroactive costs incurred before application submission
- Stand-alone feasibility studies, needs assessments, drawings, business cases, and proposals
- Debt reduction, interest, financing charges, and lease costs
- Administrative, operational, moving, and miscellaneous expenses
Eligible geographic areas
- Alberta
Selection criteria
- Organizational capacity
- Project viability and financial stability
- Project benefits and community impact
- Economic impact
- Accessibility and community need
How to apply
- Step 1: Read the program guidelines
- Review the eligibility, project, expense, and matching requirements.
- Step 2: Register for Front Office access
- Register at least 10 business days before the Expression of Interest deadline.
- Use the registration process provided by Community Grants.
- Step 3: Submit the Expression of Interest
- Complete and submit the EOI online through GATE Front Office.
- Step 4: Submit the full application if invited
- Complete the full application package in GATE Front Office.
- Upload the required supporting documents and confirmations.
Processing and Agreement
- Expression of Interest is reviewed first for eligibility and readiness
- Eligible projects may be invited to submit a full application
- Applications are reviewed against program criteria and supporting documents
- Applicants receive written notification by email
- Approved applicants must sign a formal grant agreement before funding is released
Additional information
- Applicants may receive full, reduced, or no funding.
- Only one capital project application is allowed per year.
- Funding decisions are final and cannot be appealed.
- Approved recipients must acknowledge the Government of Alberta.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Community Facility Enhancement Program (CFEP) - Community Facility Enhancement Program Large Program
What is the Community Facility Enhancement Program (CFEP) - Community Facility Enhancement Program Large?
Community Facility Enhancement Program Large supports public-use community facilities in Alberta with funding for renewal, expansion, purchase, or new construction. It covers eligible project costs such as facility upgrades, acquisitions, new builds, and integral equipment purchases.
How much funding can be received?
Community Facility Enhancement Program (CFEP) - Community Facility Enhancement Program Large Funds up to $1,000,000 of admissible expenses.
Who is eligible for the Community Facility Enhancement Program (CFEP) - Community Facility Enhancement Program Large program?
To be eligible for the Community Facility Enhancement Program (CFEP) - Community Facility Enhancement Program Large program, you must:
Registered Alberta non-profit
Minimum two years in good standing
Public-use community facility project
What expenses are eligible under Community Facility Enhancement Program (CFEP) - Community Facility Enhancement Program Large?
Renewing or expanding an existing public-use community facility
Purchasing an existing facility
Constructing a new public-use community facility
Who can I contact for more information about the Community Facility Enhancement Program (CFEP) - Community Facility Enhancement Program Large?
You can contact Alberta Ministry of Arts, Culture and Status of Women (ACSW) by email at registration.cg@gov.ab.ca.
Where is the Community Facility Enhancement Program (CFEP) - Community Facility Enhancement Program Large available?
The Community Facility Enhancement Program (CFEP) - Community Facility Enhancement Program Large program is available the province of Alberta.
Is the Community Facility Enhancement Program (CFEP) - Community Facility Enhancement Program Large a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Community Facility Enhancement Program (CFEP) - Community Facility Enhancement Program Large is a Grant and Funding