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Last Update: February 4, 2026
Canada
Supports community activities benefiting Ladysmith residents

At a glance

Funding available
Financing goals
    No objectives are currently available
Eligible Funding
  • No Condition
Timeline
  • Unspecified
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
  • All industries
Location
  • Canada
Legal structures
  • Non-profit
Annual revenue
  • All revenue ranges
Organisation size
  • All organization sizes
Audience
  • All groups
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
  • All industries
Target groups
  • All the groups
Revenue structures
  • 100% donations / grants
Scope
  • All dimensions

Overview

This funding program supports community groups in Ladysmith by providing financial assistance for social, cultural, and recreational activities that benefit local residents. Grants are awarded annually, with the main deadline occurring at the end of December each year, and are designed to foster community involvement and address local issues through organized events and services.

Activities funded

  • Organizing community events and festivals
  • Providing social, cultural, or recreational services
  • Supporting community outreach programs
Examples of admissible projects:
Enhancing community cultural engagement through arts and workshops in Ottawa.

Eligibility

Who is eligible?

  • Community organizations based in Ladysmith
  • Local clubs and associations
  • Non-profit groups engaged in community activities

Who is not eligible

  • For-profit businesses
  • Organizations based outside Ladysmith
  • Projects unrelated to community benefits

Ineligible Costs and Activities

  • Activities outside of Ladysmith
  • Commercial ventures or profit-driven projects
  • Activities that do not benefit the community
  • Projects occurring outside the scope of community events in Ladysmith
  • Expenses not directly related to community events or services

Selection criteria

  • Relevance to community needs
  • Alignment with local event and service goals
  • Community benefit and impact
  • Organization's involvement in Ladysmith
  • Potential for encouraging community participation

How to apply

Identify community needs and project scopePrepare documentation and project proposalSubmit application before the deadlineAwait review and decision from the Town CouncilSign funding agreement if approved and implement project

Processing and Agreement

  • Applications are reviewed by the Town Council for eligibility.
  • Decisions are communicated to applicants after review.
  • Funding agreements are signed before disbursement.
  • Approval notifications are given to applicants.
  • Funds are released upon signing of the agreement and completion of required documentation.
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