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Major Event Grant

Q: How much funding can be received?

Major Event Grant Funds up to $15,000 of admissible expenses.

Q: Who is eligible for the Major Event Grant program?

To be eligible for the Major Event Grant program, you must: Not-for-profit societies organizing major national/international events.

Q: Where is the Major Event Grant available?

The Major Event Grant program is available the province of Quebec.

Q: Is the Major Event Grant a grant, loan, or tax credit?

Major Event Grant is a Grant and Funding

Q: Who are the financial supporters of the Major Event Grant?

Major Event Grant is funded by Town of Canmore

Last Update: February 4, 2026

QC, Canada

Supports large-scale national and international events organized by not-for-profit societies in Canmore.

Grant and Funding

Processing And Agreement

Other info

At a glance

Funding available

Financing goals

Increasing community impact

Develop strategic partnerships

Reduce the ecological footprint

Eligible Funding

Maximum amount : 15,000 $

Timeline

Closing date : September 27, 2023

Eligible candidates

Eligible Industries

All industries

Location

Quebec

Legal structures

Non-profit

Annual revenue

All revenue ranges

Organisation size

All organization sizes

Audience

All groups

Non-profit candidates

Sector of operation

Culture and Arts
Sports
Other Recreation and Social Clubs

Target groups

All the groups

Revenue structures

100% donations / grants

Scope

Provincial

Overview

This grant provides substantial financial support to not-for-profit societies capable of hosting major national and international level events in Canmore. With a maximum funding of $15,000 annually over three years, the program aims to promote Canmore as a thriving hub for culturally and socially significant events that boost tourism and community development.

Activities funded

Organizing and executing major sports, arts, or cultural events recognized at national or international levels.

Examples of admissible projects:

$ 13,000

Upgrade audiovisual equipment for cultural event live streaming

Documents Needed

Application form, proof of not-for-profit status, event recognition by governing bodies, detailed event plan, and budget.

Eligibility

Not-for-profit societies responsible for major events at national or international level that are recognized by governing bodies.

Who is eligible?

Not-for-profit societies responsible for major events recognized by governing bodies.

Who is not eligible

Organizations that are not not-for-profit societies.
Entities organizing events not recognized at national or international levels.

Eligible expenses

Costs related to planning and delivering major events, including promotion, logistics, and operational expenses.

Ineligible Costs and Activities

Eligible geographic areas

Canmore

Selection criteria

The event's recognition and status at national or international level.
Alignment with Canmore’s community and economic development goals.
The capacity of the applicant organization to deliver the event successfully.
Potential tourism impact and media coverage.
The clarity and feasibility of the event plan.

How to apply

Register on the municipal funding portal.Complete the application form with project details.Provide supporting documentation including event recognition and budgets.Submit the application before the deadline.Await confirmation and further instructions from the municipal office.

Processing and Agreement

The application will undergo review for eligibility and alignment with municipal goals.
Applicants will be notified of approval or rejection within a specified timeline.
Agreement to funding terms is required before disbursing funds.
Periodic progress reports and a final report on the event are mandatory.

Additional information

Funding is limited to a maximum of $15,000 per year, for up to three years, totaling a maximum of $45,000.

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Frequently Asked Questions about the Major Event Grant Program

Here are answers to the most common questions about the Major Event Grant. 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.