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Heritage Preservation Partnership Program - Historic Resource Conservation Grants

Alberta grants for conserving Provincial, Municipal and Indigenous historic places
Alberta Culture and Status of Women
Last Update: March 18, 2026
Funding available
$ 1,000 - $ 100,000
Timeline
  • Open continuously
Location
Alberta, Canada

Overview

The Heritage Preservation Partnership Program provides matching grants to preserve and interpret Alberta's heritage. Historic Resource Conservation Grants fund conservation work on Provincial Historic Resources (up to $100,000), Municipal Historic Resources and Indigenous Historic Places (up to $50,000 each). Additional funding of $25,000 is available for studies and professional services. Applicants must provide at least 50% of project costs.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.

At a glance

Funding available

Financing goals
  • Conduct research or evaluation activities
Eligible Funding
  • Maximum amount : 100,000 $
  • Minimum amount : 1,000 $
  • Up to 50% of project cost
Timeline
  • Open continuously

Eligible candidates

Eligible Industries
  • Arts, entertainment and recreation
Location
  • Alberta
Legal structures
  • Non-profit
  • Public or Parapublic institution
  • For-profit business
  • Sole proprietorship
Annual revenue
  • $ 100,000 maximum revenue
Organisation size
  • All organization sizes
Audience
  • Indigenous Peoples
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
  • Culture and Arts
  • Primary and Secondary Education
  • Higher Education
  • Other Education
  • Religious Congregations and Associations
Target groups
  • General public
  • Indigenous peoples
Revenue structures
  • 100% donations / grants
Scope
  • Provincial

Next steps

1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility

Activities funded

  • Conservation work on Provincial Historic Resources
  • Conservation work on Municipal Historic Resources
  • Conservation work on Indigenous Historic Places
  • Conservation studies and professional services
  • Feasibility studies and architectural assessments
  • Historic structure reports and preservation plans

Documents Needed

  • Project budget and schedule
  • Invoices, receipts and cost estimates
  • Municipality written approval (for Municipal Historic Resources)
  • Legal owner authorization (if applicant is not owner)
  • Incorporation document and list of executives/Board of Directors (for organizations)
  • Band Council Resolution (for Indigenous Historic Places)

Eligibility

Who is eligible?

  • Individuals residing in Alberta
  • Registered non-profit organizations
  • Corporations
  • Municipalities
  • Church organizations
  • Schools and educational institutions
  • First Nations
  • Metis Settlements

Who is not eligible

  • Provincial government departments
  • Friends organizations associated with historic sites owned by Government of Alberta

Eligible expenses

  • Conservation work including preservation, rehabilitation, restoration
  • Architectural and engineering assessments
  • Historic structure reports and feasibility studies
  • Professional consultant fees for architects and engineers
  • Preparation of concept plans and preservation plans
  • Architectural drawings and designs

Ineligible Costs and Activities

  • Total reconstruction of a historic place
  • Replacement of repairable historic building materials or features
  • Ongoing operation or routine maintenance
  • Energy retrofitting or upgrading
  • Tenant improvements not preserving character-defining elements
  • Purchase or moving a resource from its historic context

Eligible geographic areas

  • Alberta

Processing and Agreement

  • Applications reviewed May to June for funding decisions
  • Evaluated based on project scope, conservation priorities, applicant capacity and funding history
  • Approved applicants receive funding agreement with terms and conditions
  • Interim payment of 50% released upon project initiation
  • Final payment upon submission of invoices, receipts and project report
  • Work inspected by Heritage Conservation Adviser for compliance

Additional information

  • Consultation with a Heritage Conservation Adviser is required before applying.
  • Work must comply with the Standards and Guidelines for the Conservation of Historic Places in Canada.
  • Grant recipients must publicly acknowledge Alberta government's financial support.
  • Projects must be completed and all reporting done by February 28 of the year following approval.

Contacts

carina.naranjilla@gov.ab.ca
780-431-2305

Frequently Asked Questions about the Heritage Preservation Partnership Program - Historic Resource Conservation Grants Program

Here are answers to the most common questions about the Heritage Preservation Partnership Program - Historic Resource Conservation Grants. 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.

What is the Heritage Preservation Partnership Program - Historic Resource Conservation Grants?

The Heritage Preservation Partnership Program provides matching grants to preserve and interpret Alberta's heritage. Historic Resource Conservation Grants fund conservation work on Provincial Historic Resources (up to $100,000), Municipal Historic Resources and Indigenous Historic Places (up to $50,000 each). Additional funding of $25,000 is available for studies and professional services. Applicants must provide at least 50% of project costs.

How much funding can be received?

Heritage Preservation Partnership Program - Historic Resource Conservation Grants Funds up to 50% of admissible expenses, capped at $100,000 per project.

Who is eligible for the Heritage Preservation Partnership Program - Historic Resource Conservation Grants program?

To be eligible for the Heritage Preservation Partnership Program - Historic Resource Conservation Grants program, you must: Owners or authorized stewards of Alberta historic places Minimum 50% matching contribution required Must consult with Heritage Conservation Adviser

What expenses are eligible under Heritage Preservation Partnership Program - Historic Resource Conservation Grants?

Conservation work on Provincial Historic Resources Conservation work on Municipal Historic Resources Conservation work on Indigenous Historic Places Conservation studies and professional services Feasibility studies and architectural assessments Historic structure reports and preservation plans

Who can I contact for more information about the Heritage Preservation Partnership Program - Historic Resource Conservation Grants?

You can contact Alberta Culture and Status of Women by email at carina.naranjilla@gov.ab.ca or by phone at 780-431-2305.

Where is the Heritage Preservation Partnership Program - Historic Resource Conservation Grants available?

The Heritage Preservation Partnership Program - Historic Resource Conservation Grants program is available the province of Alberta.

Is the Heritage Preservation Partnership Program - Historic Resource Conservation Grants a grant, loan, or tax credit?

Heritage Preservation Partnership Program - Historic Resource Conservation Grants is a Grant and Funding

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