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Recreation Infrastructure Program
Supports construction and enhancement of community recreational infrastructure
Last Update: March 23, 2026
Funding available
$ 300,000
Timeline
- Closing date : April 30, 2026
Location
British Columbia, Canada
Overview
The Recreation Infrastructure Program provides grants of up to $300,000 to support the construction, rehabilitation, or material enhancement of recreational infrastructure. Eligible activities include developing arenas, pools, fitness facilities, sports fields, and other community recreation assets to promote job creation and economic growth.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Increase social or community impact
- Reduce environmental footprint
- Train or support volunteers
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 300,000 $
- Up to 70% of project cost
Timeline
- Closing date : April 30, 2026
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
Location
- British Columbia
Legal structures
- Non-profit
- Public or Parapublic institution
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Indigenous Peoples
- Rural or Northern Residents
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
- All industries
Target groups
- All the groups
Revenue structures
- All structures
Scope
- All dimensions
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Construction of new recreational facilities, such as arenas, gymnasiums, or fitness centres.
- Rehabilitation or major upgrades of existing recreational spaces, including pools and sports fields.
- Material enhancement of facilities like curling rinks, stadiums, or exhibition grounds.
- Development or improvement of outdoor amenities such as campgrounds, marinas, boat launches, and backcountry trail networks.
- Establishment or upgrading of recreation infrastructure to support increased sports tourism and resident attraction.
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Local governments within Northern Development’s service region
- Registered not-for-profit organizations within Northern Development’s service region
- Registered First Nation bands within Northern Development’s service region
- Wholly owned First Nation development corporations within Northern Development’s service region
Who is not eligible
- Organizations not located within Northern Development’s service region.
- Private businesses that are not local governments, registered not-for-profits, registered First Nation bands, or wholly owned First Nation development corporations.
Eligible expenses
- Capital expenditures directly required for project implementation
- Contractor fees
- Incremental third-party project management
- Rental of tools and equipment for construction work
- Wages for direct project labour (with required supporting documentation)
- Employer portion of CPP, EI, and pension contributions (up to 9.85%) related to direct project labour
- PST (Provincial Sales Tax)
- In-kind (volunteer) labour contributions (valued at approved hourly rates, with documentation)
- Internal equipment use (e.g., heavy equipment or machinery owned by the applicant, with documentation)
- Monetized donations of materials, equipment, or services from third parties (with receipts and confirmation)
Eligible geographic areas
- Applicants located within Northern Development’s service region.
Additional information
- Applications are assessed tri-annually; late submissions move to the next funding cycle.
- Key deliverable reporting forms are required for one or two years after final payment, depending on grant amount.
- Additional applications for the same facility cannot be submitted until reporting requirements from prior projects are fulfilled.
- All required documents must be submitted electronically using the Online Application System.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Recreation Infrastructure Program Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the Recreation Infrastructure Program. 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 Recreation Infrastructure Program?
The Recreation Infrastructure Program provides grants of up to $300,000 to support the construction, rehabilitation, or material enhancement of recreational infrastructure. Eligible activities include developing arenas, pools, fitness facilities, sports fields, and other community recreation assets to promote job creation and economic growth.
How much funding can be received?
Recreation Infrastructure Program Funds up to 70% of admissible expenses, capped at $300,000 per project.
Who is eligible for the Recreation Infrastructure Program program?
To be eligible for the Recreation Infrastructure Program program, you must:
The applicant must be located within Northern Development’s service region.
Must be a local government, registered not-for-profit, registered First Nation band, or wholly owned First Nation development corporation.
What expenses are eligible under Recreation Infrastructure Program?
Construction of new recreational facilities, such as arenas, gymnasiums, or fitness centres.
Rehabilitation or major upgrades of existing recreational spaces, including pools and sports fields.
Material enhancement of facilities like curling rinks, stadiums, or exhibition grounds.
Development or improvement of outdoor amenities such as campgrounds, marinas, boat launches, and backcountry trail networks.
Establishment or upgrading of recreation infrastructure to support increased sports tourism and resident attraction.
Who can I contact for more information about the Recreation Infrastructure Program?
You can contact Northern Development Initiative Trust (NDIT) by email at info@northerndevelopment.bc.ca or by phone at 250-561-2525.
Where is the Recreation Infrastructure Program available?
The Recreation Infrastructure Program program is available the province of British Columbia.
Is the Recreation Infrastructure Program a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Recreation Infrastructure Program is a Grant and Funding