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Every Kid Every Community

Q: How much funding can be received?

Every Kid Every Community Funds up to 5000% of admissible expenses.

Q: What is the deadline to apply?

The deadline to apply is not specified.

Q: Is the Every Kid Every Community a grant, loan, or tax credit?

Every Kid Every Community is a Grant and Funding

Q: Who are the financial supporters of the Every Kid Every Community?

Every Kid Every Community is funded by Hockey Alberta Foundation

Q: Who is eligible for the Every Kid Every Community program?

To be eligible for the Every Kid Every Community program, you must: • Alberta-based applicant • Hockey-focused youth activity • Aligned with EKEC principles

Q: Who can I contact for more information about the Every Kid Every Community?

You can contact Hockey Alberta Foundation.

Q: Where is the Every Kid Every Community available?

The Every Kid Every Community program is available the province of Alberta.

Last Update: February 3, 2026

AB, Canada

Support for community hockey participation initiatives

Grant and Funding

Hockey Alberta Foundation

At a glance

Overview

Eligible projects

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Eligibility

Selection criteria

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Other info

At a glance

Funding available

Financing goals

No objectives are currently available

Eligible Funding

Maximum amount : 5,000 $

Timeline

Closing date : March 15, 2026

Eligible candidates

Eligible Industries

Arts, entertainment and recreation

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
Children and Youth Organizations

Target groups

Children & youth
Low-income individuals / families

Revenue structures

100% donations / grants

Scope

Provincial

Overview

Provides up to $5,000 to help get children active in hockey in Alberta. Funding supports player assistance and community programs such as try-hockey, floor hockey, and pond hockey initiatives.

Activities funded

Player financial assistance to enable current or new youth participants to play hockey
Creating a new program to recruit new hockey players
Supporting an existing program focused on recruiting new hockey players
Organizing floor hockey clubs, try-hockey programs, and pond hockey programs or events

Examples of admissible projects:

$ 4,950

Six-week try-hockey sessions with loaner gear for new players

$ 5,000

After-school floor hockey club with equipment, space rental, and fee waivers

Documents Needed

Eligibility

The applicant must be an Alberta-based organization or individual.
The idea, project, or program must align with Every Kid Every Community guiding principles.
The initiative must help establish an event or program to get local children active in hockey.

Who is eligible?

Amateur sports organizations
Minor hockey organizations and Local Minor Hockey Associations (LMHAs) and clubs
Youth groups
Recreation groups
Community groups and community leagues (including pond hockey programs)

Who is not eligible

For-profit businesses running commercial hockey programs or ventures

Eligible expenses

Renting space for activities (e.g., floor hockey club)
Renting ice for hockey programming (e.g., try hockey program)
Purchasing equipment for hockey programs

Ineligible Costs and Activities

For-profit commercial programs or business ventures

Eligible geographic areas

Alberta

Selection criteria

Processing and Agreement

Additional information

There are two funding streams: Player Assistance and Community.
The program aims to retain and increase the number of young hockey players in Alberta.
Hockey-focused initiatives are intended to help children be active, healthy, and supported by positive community leaders.
Recurring intake deadlines are listed multiple times per year (March, June, September, December 2026).

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Frequently Asked Questions about the Every Kid Every Community Program

Here are answers to the most common questions about the Every Kid Every Community. This section explains what the program is, how much funding is available, eligibility requirements, application deadlines, and other important details to help you determine if this grant is right for your business.