Provides up to $25,000 in cash to restore well-loved community spaces in Manitoba and Saskatchewan. Funding supports practical improvements such as repairs, painting, and seating upgrades in existing facilities.

At a glance

Funding available

Financing goals

Increasing community impact

Raise awareness and mobilize the public

Renovate your business/factory

Eligible Funding

Maximum amount : 25,000 $

Timeline

Closing date : May 31, 2025

Eligible candidates

Eligible Industries

Arts, entertainment and recreation

Location

Manitoba

Legal structures

Non-profit

Annual revenue

All revenue ranges

Organisation size

All organization sizes

Audience

All groups

Non-profit candidates

Sector of operation

All industries

Target groups

All the groups

Revenue structures

All structures

Scope

All dimensions

Activities funded

Restoration and refurbishment of existing community spaces.
Facility maintenance and repair projects that protect well-used community hubs.
Improvements that enhance comfort or usability in existing community gathering places.

Examples of admissible projects:

$ 24,950

Replace unsafe rink bleachers and repaint boards for safer events

$ 24,850

Repair roof leaks and refresh interiors of a youth centre seating area

Eligibility

The project must focus on restoring an existing, well-used community space (not building a new facility).
The proposed improvements must help maintain or protect a well-loved space where community activities take place.
The community space must be located in Manitoba or Saskatchewan.

Eligible expenses

Repairs and maintenance costs for existing community facilities (e.g., roof fixes).
Painting and minor refurbishment costs (e.g., refreshing fences).
Replacement or purchase of basic facility furnishings (e.g., seating).

Ineligible Costs and Activities

Construction of brand-new community facilities (e.g., new recreation centres or libraries).

Eligible geographic areas

Manitoba
Saskatchewan

Additional information

Total of $150,000 is available to be awarded across selected community spaces.
There is no limit to the number of communities that can be selected.

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Frequently Asked Questions about the Spruce Up Your Story Program

Here are answers to the most common questions about the Spruce Up Your Story. 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.