Heritage Grants Program (HGP) MN Canada

Heritage Grants Program (HGP)

Winnipeg, MN, Canada
Heritage Grants Program supports Manitoba's heritage efforts
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  • Arts, entertainment and recreation
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  • Government of Manitoba
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The Heritage Grants Program in Manitoba aims to aid in the identification, protection, and interpretation of the province's human and natural heritage, offering funding up to 50% of eligible project costs for activities like collections management, conservation, exhibitions, programs, interpretive signs, research, and special initiatives. The maximum grant allocation is not specified in a monetary amount but is determined by the total cost of paid project expenses, prioritizing projects with significant volunteer and community commitment.

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The Heritage Grants Program in Manitoba supports projects designed to identify, protect, and interpret the province's human and natural heritage. Eligible projects span a variety of activities related to collections management, conservation, exhibitions, programs, interpretive signs, research, and special initiatives.
  • Collections Management, including planning and upgrading records for collections owned or held by institutions.
  • Conservation efforts for preserving or restoring heritage or archival/museum objects or collections.
  • Creating, upgrading, or circulating exhibitions that provide context to the people, places, or events in Manitoba’s history.
  • Programs that promote Manitoba’s heritage through interpretive materials, workshops, and public programs.
  • Development and installation of Interpretive Signs to highlight significant historical aspects of Manitoba.
  • Research projects in archaeology, audio-visual media, history, oral history, and educational materials for schools.
  • Special Initiatives that encompass imaginative projects which do not fit the other listed categories but contribute to heritage preservation or interpretation.

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Eligibility for the Heritage Grants Program requires the applicants to meet specific criteria related to their organizational status and project focus.
  • The applicant must be a not-for-profit, incorporated community organization, local government, university, or First Nation.
  • The organization must have existed for at least one year.
  • Individuals or unincorporated groups must apply under the endorsement of an eligible organization, which provides a letter of support.
  • The project results must be publicly accessible on a not-for-profit basis.
  • Federal and Provincial government departments are ineligible.
  • Municipal organizations are encouraged to apply through their Municipal Heritage Advisory Committees.
  • The organization must comply with all requirements listed in the application categories.

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Application for funding under the Heritage Grants Program is open to any not-for-profit, incorporated community organization, local government, university, or First Nation seeking to identify, protect, or interpret Manitoba’s human and natural heritage. The organization must have been in existence for at least one year. Individuals or unincorporated groups may apply under the endorsement of an eligible organization, which must provide a letter of support for the project. However, federal and provincial government departments are ineligible to apply for this grant. Municipal organizations are encouraged to submit their applications through their Municipal Heritage Advisory Committees.

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The Heritage Grants Program is designed to assist entities focused on heritage-related activities. However, some organizations and activities are not eligible for this funding in order to maintain the focus of the grant.
  • Federal and Provincial government departments.
  • Organizations whose primary purpose is to give grants.
  • Entities seeking funding for ongoing administration, operating expenditures, debt reduction, routine maintenance, purchase of sites, buildings, collections or artifacts.
  • Projects involving capital expenditures which would be eligible through other programs.

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The grant covers specific expenses that are directly linked to the delivery and success of the heritage-related project.
  • Costs of materials and supplies needed for the project.
  • Expenses for services or equipment directly required for the project.
  • Salaries or contractual fees for project staff.
  • Conservation-related costs.
  • Exhibition planning, production, and circulation costs.
  • Interpretive leaflets, brochures, or posters that promote Manitoba's heritage.
  • Planning projects like site and resource surveys and development of heritage strategies.
  • Speaker and program costs for conferences, seminars, or workshops related to heritage promotion.
  • Development of interpretive signs, panels, plaques, statues, monuments, and murals.
  • Research-related costs such as archaeological, audio-visual, historical, or oral history studies.

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The Heritage Grants Program is specific to the province of Manitoba in Canada. Eligible applicants must be located within various regions throughout Manitoba to apply for the grant.
  • Winnipeg
  • Westman Region
  • Eastman Region
  • Central Region
  • Interlake Region
  • Northern Region
  • Parkland Region

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The evaluation and selection criteria for the Heritage Grants Program focus on ensuring the project aligns with the program's objectives and makes effective use of the available resources.
  • The quality or merit of the project.
  • The need of the applicant.
  • The ability of the applicant to make effective use of the funds available.
  • The amount of volunteer and community commitment.
  • Other confirmed sources of funding.
  • Authenticity and preservation value for conservation projects.
  • Historical accuracy and contextual representation for exhibitions.

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  • Step 1: Obtain Application Forms
  • Visit the website www.manitoba.ca/chc/grants/hgp.html to download application forms.
  • Alternatively, collect forms from the Heritage Grants Program office or nearest regional office of Manitoba Sport, Culture, Heritage and Tourism.
  • Step 2: Prepare Application
  • Refer to the checklist provided with the application form to ensure all components are complete.
  • Prepare a detailed project description outlining contribution to heritage identification, protection, or interpretation, including timelines and budget details.
  • Include a letter or report from consulted heritage agencies or professionals, if applicable.
  • Acquire two quotes for any external consultants or contractors, if needed.
  • Step 3: Secure Endorsements
  • If applying as an individual or unincorporated group, secure a letter of support from an eligible endorsing organization.
  • Gather letters of support from the community if applicable.
  • Step 4: Submit Application
  • Ensure the application is thoroughly reviewed for completeness and accuracy.
  • Submit the application before the deadlines of January 31 or June 1 each year.
  • Submit applications well in advance of deadlines to allow for any necessary corrections.
  • Step 5: Receive Notification
  • Wait for approximately three months after the deadline for notification regarding the status of your application.
  • Step 6: Sign Agreement
  • Upon approval, sign and return the Letter of Agreement within one month.
  • Step 7: Report and Finalize Grant
  • Complete the project and submit a satisfactory project evaluation report, including financials.
  • The remainder of the grant funding will be disbursed upon approval of the final report.
  • Ensure the report is submitted within 60 days of project completion.

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Here are additional relevant details for this grant:
  • The Heritage Grants Program will not fund agencies whose primary purpose is to give grants.
  • Financial contributions by the applicant, and by private sector funders, will enhance the application.
  • Funding notifications are generally provided approximately three months after the application deadlines.
  • If a project is not completed within the allotted time frame, applicants are expected to return funds advanced by the program.
  • Upon receipt of a signed Letter of Agreement, 50% of the approved grant amount will be disbursed at the start of the project, with the remainder disbursed after project completion and submission of a satisfactory evaluation report.
  • Acknowledgment of the assistance of Manitoba Sport, Culture, Heritage and Tourism is required in the final product of the project, such as a credit line in a publication or media release.
  • Grants are approved "up to a maximum amount" but based on actual costs, meaning that if costs are lower than expected, the final payment will be adjusted.
  • Applicants may appeal the decision of the committee within 30 days of the public release of the committee's decisions.
  • An evaluation and audit of the organization may be required if deemed necessary by the department.
  • All completed project expenses must average a minimum of $1,000.00, and allocations cannot be less than $500.00.

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hrb@gov.mb.ca
204-945-2118

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