How much funding can be received?

Community Places Program Funds up to 70% of admissible expenses, capped at $30,000 per project.

Who is eligible for the Community Places Program program?

To be eligible for the Community Places Program program, you must: Located within Northern Development’s service region Local governments, registered not-for-profits, or registered First Nation bands

What expenses are eligible under Community Places Program?

Renovation of community halls or event spaces. Improvements to clubhouse buildings. Construction or enhancement of public washrooms. Development of outdoor multi-use plazas or pavilions. Creation or upgrading of parks, playgrounds, community gardens, dog parks, trails, and free public outdoor recreation facilities.

Who can I contact for more information about the Community Places Program?

You can contact Northern Development Initiative Trust (NDIT) by email at info@northerndevelopment.bc.ca or by phone at 250-561-2525.

Where is the Community Places Program available?

The Community Places Program program is available the province of British Columbia.

Is the Community Places Program a grant, loan, or tax credit?

Community Places Program is a Grant and Funding

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Community Places Program

Last Update: March 23, 2026

British Columbia, Canada

Supports improvement of inclusive community spaces and public facilities

Grant and Funding

Northern Development Initiative Trust

Overview

The Community Places Program provides up to $30,000 in funding to support the creation, restoration, or enhancement of publicly accessible community spaces. Eligible activities include renovations to community halls, improvements to clubhouses, development of outdoor recreational facilities, parks, trails, and other communal gathering areas.

At a glance

Funding available

Financing goals

Increasing community impact
Reduce the ecological footprint
Supporting volunteer engagement

Eligible Funding

Maximum amount : 30,000 $
Up to 70% of project cost

Timeline

Closing date : April 30, 2026

Eligible candidates

Eligible Industries

Arts, entertainment and recreation
Other services (except public administration)
Public administration

Location

British Columbia

Legal structures

Non-profit
Public or Parapublic institution

Annual revenue

All revenue ranges

Organisation size

All organization sizes

Audience

Indigenous Peoples
Rural or Northern Residents
Canadians

Non-profit candidates

Sector of operation

All industries

Target groups

All the groups

Revenue structures

All structures

Scope

All dimensions

Activities funded

Renovation of community halls or event spaces.
Improvements to clubhouse buildings.
Construction or enhancement of public washrooms.
Development of outdoor multi-use plazas or pavilions.
Creation or upgrading of parks, playgrounds, community gardens, dog parks, trails, and free public outdoor recreation facilities.

Eligibility

The applicant must be located within Northern Development’s service region.
Eligible applicants include local governments, registered not-for-profits, and registered First Nation bands.
The project must be community-oriented, promote opportunities for community gathering, and be accessible to all members of the community (not limited to a private membership).
Applicants must secure and provide a resolution of support from the appropriate local or First Nations government or regional district, based on the project location.

Who is eligible?

Local governments located within Northern Development’s service region
Registered not-for-profit organizations within the service region
Registered First Nation bands within the service region

Who is not eligible

Companies and organizations located outside Northern Development’s service region.
Private for-profit businesses.
Educational institutions or projects attached to educational institutions.
Projects or organizations whose community spaces are limited to private membership and not accessible to the general public.

Eligible expenses

Capital expenditures directly necessary for project implementation.
Contractor fees for construction or enhancement work.
Incremental third-party project management costs.
Rental of tools and equipment required for construction.
Wages for direct project labour (with timesheets and paystubs as documentation), including employer's portion of CPP, EI, and Pension (up to 9.85%).
PST related to project expenses.
In-kind volunteer labour contributions (documented as per specified hourly rates).
Costs for internal equipment use owned by the applicant (with documentation, up to eligible hourly rates).
Monetized donations of materials, equipment, or services from third parties (with proper confirmation and receipts).

Eligible geographic areas

Applicants located within Northern Development’s service region.

Selection criteria

Strength of the application submission, including completeness and quality of supporting documents.
Percentage of project funding requested from Northern Development versus applicant's financial contribution.
Demonstrated support from multiple stakeholders within the community.
Alignment of the project with broader strategic documents or community plans.
Potential for the project to address community needs such as accessibility, inclusivity, and health and safety concerns.

Additional information

Projects are considered complete when all related expenses are invoiced and entered in the applicant’s accounting software, and photos of the completed project have been taken.
There are no ongoing key deliverable reporting requirements after project completion.
Supporting documents such as financial statements, before photos, and letters of support may need to be provided during application submission.
Incomplete applications will not be reviewed.