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Resident Directed (ReDi) Grants
Community funding for public-benefit local projects
Last Update: May 15, 2026
Funding available
Varies by project
Timeline
- Open continuously
Location
Quebec, Canada
Overview
Flexible community funding supports local projects with public benefit. In Golden and CSRD Area A, the 2026 allocation is $308,828 plus carried-forward funds, and eligible activities include community projects with resident input.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Increase social or community impact
- Train or support volunteers
- Raise awareness or mobilize a population
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Timeline
- Open continuously
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
- Environment
Target groups
- All the groups
Revenue structures
- 100% donations / grants
Scope
- Provincial
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Local community projects that provide added value to Basin communities.
- Projects designed to benefit the broader community and public good.
- Projects developed with resident or public input.
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Registered non-profit organizations
- First Nations
- Registered schools
- Local governments
- Private-sector or unregistered organizations with an eligible sponsor
Who is not eligible
- Private-sector or unregistered organizations without an eligible sponsoring applicant.
- Applicants with an outstanding or incomplete final report.
Eligible expenses
- Administration costs directly tied to the project.
- Contract fees and staff wages for project delivery.
- Capital purchases, equipment rentals, and project supplies.
- Advertising, brochure printing, and distribution.
- Project travel, including mileage and necessary accommodation.
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Costs incurred before project approval.
- Retroactive expenses before March 1, 2026.
- Activities normally funded through the government tax base, such as education, roads, sewers, water systems, and fire protection.
- Multi-year funding requests.
Eligible geographic areas
- Regional District of Central Kootenay
- Regional District of East Kootenay
- Regional District of Kootenay Boundary
- City of Revelstoke
- Town of Golden and CSRD Area A
- Village of Valemount
- Ɂaq’am
- ʔakisq̓nuk
- yaqan nukiy (Lower Kootenay Band)
- Yaq̓it ʔa·knuqⱡi’it
- Shuswap Band
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are reviewed by the local selection committee and through a resident input process.
- Recommendations are presented for final approval at the board or committee meeting.
- Successful applicants are notified after decisions are ratified.
- A funding agreement must be signed before funding is finalized.
- Final reporting is required after project completion.
Additional information
- Public engagement is an important part of the program.
- Successful applicants must sign an agreement before funding is finalized.
- Final reports must be submitted with supporting receipts and invoices.
Frequently Asked Questions about the Resident Directed (ReDi) Grants Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the Resident Directed (ReDi) 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 Resident Directed (ReDi) Grants?
Flexible community funding supports local projects with public benefit. In Golden and CSRD Area A, the 2026 allocation is $308,828 plus carried-forward funds, and eligible activities include community projects with resident input.
Who is eligible for the Resident Directed (ReDi) Grants program?
To be eligible for the Resident Directed (ReDi) Grants program, you must:
Community-benefit projects only
Resident or public input required
Must match local partner guidelines
What expenses are eligible under Resident Directed (ReDi) Grants?
Local community projects that provide added value to Basin communities.
Projects designed to benefit the broader community and public good.
Projects developed with resident or public input.
Where is the Resident Directed (ReDi) Grants available?
The Resident Directed (ReDi) Grants program is available the province of Quebec.
Is the Resident Directed (ReDi) Grants a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Resident Directed (ReDi) Grants is a Grant and Funding
Who are the financial supporters of the Resident Directed (ReDi) Grants?
Resident Directed (ReDi) Grants is funded by Columbia Basin Trust