Fabulous Festivals and Events Program

• Up to $2,500 in grant funding for festivals or events with a total project budget under $50,000.
• Up to $5,000 in grant funding for festivals or events with a total project budget of $50,000 or more.
• For grants of $5,000, the initial payment is $2,500 upon approval, with the remaining $2,500 provided after confirmation of eligible expenses totaling $50,000 or greater.

• The applicant must be located within Northern Development’s service region in northern B.C.
• The applicant must be a registered non-profit organization, or an unregistered non-profit with a minimum of three years of financial statements.
• The application must be for a single festival or event per year.
• All required application documents, including financial statements, event brochure, and incorporation documents, must be provided.

Who is eligible?

• Registered non-profit organizations located within Northern Development’s service region
• Unregistered non-profit organizations (with at least three years of financial statements) within Northern Development’s service region

Who is not eligible

• For-profit businesses and corporations.
• Events organized by political groups or for political purposes.
• Organizations hosting religious events.
• Industries focused on fundraising events as their main activity.
• Organizations conducting industry-based events, such as oil, gas, cattle, or forestry industry gatherings.

Eligible geographic areas

• Organizations located within Northern Development's service region in Northern British Columbia.

• Completeness of the application, including all required documents and supporting materials.
• Demonstration of how the event promotes or strengthens the unique character of the community.
• Explanation of how the funding will be used to increase hosting capacity.
• Details provided regarding the direct economic benefits for the local or regional economy and attraction of tourists.
• Submission of accurate financial statements, event brochures, and organizational incorporation documents as required.

• Applications must be submitted at least six weeks before the festival or event date.
• Applicants can only apply for one festival or event per year.
• If approved for $5,000, final disbursement is contingent on confirming actual expenses met or exceeded $50,000.
• Reporting requirements include submitting photos and, if applicable, financial statements within 60 days post-event.