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Community Recreation Grant

Funding for recreation and sport initiatives

Offered by
City of Pembroke
Official source: pembroke.ca

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Funding available
$ 5,000
Deadline
Unspecified
Location
Pembroke, Ontario, Canada
Who can apply
Incorporated not-for-profit organizations.
See full eligibility

Overview

The Recreation & Sport Community Grant supports recreation and sport initiatives in Barrie. It provides funding for programming, events, workshops, activities, facilities, capital improvements, equipment, and technology upgrades.

At a glance

Funding available

Maximum funding
$5,000
Financing goals
  • Develop strategic partnerships
  • Develop a new program or service
  • Increase social or community impact
  • Enhance an existing program
  • Strengthen organizational capacity
  • Train or support volunteers
  • Raise awareness or mobilize a population

Eligible candidates

Location
  • Pembroke
  • Ontario
Eligible Industries
All industries
Annual revenue
All revenue ranges
Organisation size
All organization sizes
Audience
All groups
Legal structures
Non-profit
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
Sports, Other Recreation and Social Clubs, Economic, Social and Community Development
Target groups
General public, Seniors
Revenue structures
100% donations / grants
Scope
Local

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Availability timeline

2026
Periods: 2

Latest changes

Community Recreation Grant updated

The Community Recreation Grant now shows live application content, new eligibility and funding details, and updated submission guidance with visible deadlines.

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The Community Recreation Grant application for Pembroke has moved from a closed notice to a live application with full program details, including eligibility for not-for-profit organizations operating in the City of Pembroke, activities and programs taking place in Pembroke, and financial-statement and budget requirements. The form now shows the first intake deadline as April 1, 2026 at 11:59 p.m., the second intake deadline as September 1, 2026 at 11:59 p.m., and the first intake availability date as March 1, 2026; it also states that funding can reach up to $5,000 and lists community recreation, capacity building, and health and active living as supported categories. On the Barrie Recreation & Sport Community Grant page, the APLI apply-online link and step-by-step submission instructions were removed and replaced by an application-information note, while the 2026 window remains tied to June 12, 2026 at 4:30 p.m. and the guidelines document remains available for reference.

Official source: pembroke.ca
July 12, 2026

Eligibility

Who is eligible?

  • Incorporated not-for-profit organizations.
  • Community associations operating as not-for-profit.
  • Registered charitable organizations.
  • For-profit enterprises applying with an eligible not-for-profit partner.

Who is not eligible

  • Individuals applying on their own behalf.
  • For-profit organizations applying on their own behalf.
  • Provincial or federal sport funding bodies.
  • Business Improvement Associations.
  • Organizations outside City of Barrie jurisdiction.

Eligible expenses

  • Program delivery and event costs for recreation and sport initiatives.
  • Capital improvements such as renovations, repairs, major equipment, and technology upgrades.

Ineligible Costs and Activities

  • Capital-related expenses under the Programming & Events stream.
  • Travel-related expenses.
  • Consulting fees.
  • Projects or activities outside the City of Barrie.
  • Costs incurred before approval.

Eligible geographic areas

  • City of Barrie

Activities funded

  • Recreation and sport programming.
  • Special one-time events, workshops, and activities.
  • Capital projects that improve recreation and sport facilities.

How to apply

  • Step 1: Review the program guidelines
    • Read the 2026 Recreation & Sport Community Grant Guidelines.
  • Step 2: Apply online
    • Register and log in to APLI.
    • Navigate to Community, Recreation & Environment and select Recreation and Sport Community Grant.
    • Complete the online application and follow the email notifications.

Documents Needed

  • Completed application form
  • Financial statements
  • Annual and project budgets

Selection criteria

  • Alignment with the City’s strategic goals.
  • Assessment against program priorities and stream criteria.
  • Scored using a stream-specific evaluation matrix.

Processing and Agreement

  • Applications are reviewed by the Recreation & Sport Community Grant Adjudication Panel.
  • Applications are evaluated using a stream-specific scoring matrix.
  • Assessment is based on the City’s strategic goals, criteria, and program priorities.

Additional information

  • Two intakes are available each year.
  • Approved grants are reported to Council and the public annually.
  • Successful applicants must publicly acknowledge the City’s support.

Contacts

funding@pembroke.ca
613-735-6821

Official sources

Community Recreation Grant

Program guide

Grant Policy
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Frequently Asked Questions about the Community Recreation Grant Program

What is the Community Recreation Grant?

The Recreation & Sport Community Grant supports recreation and sport initiatives in Barrie. It provides funding for programming, events, workshops, activities, facilities, capital improvements, equipment, and technology upgrades.

How much funding can be received?

Community Recreation Grant Funds up to $5,000 of admissible expenses.

Who is eligible for the Community Recreation Grant program?

To be eligible for the Community Recreation Grant program, you must: Not-for-profit organization in Pembroke Activities must occur in Pembroke Financial need and sound management

What expenses are eligible under Community Recreation Grant?

Program delivery and event costs for recreation and sport initiatives. Capital improvements such as renovations, repairs, major equipment, and technology upgrades.

Who can I contact for more information about the Community Recreation Grant?

You can contact City of Pembroke by email at funding@pembroke.ca or by phone at 613-735-6821.

Where is the Community Recreation Grant available?

The Community Recreation Grant program is available the province of Ontario.

Is the Community Recreation Grant a grant, loan, or tax credit?

Community Recreation Grant is a Grant and Funding