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Grants to Alberta rural nonprofit organizations, recreation societies, and agricultural societies in eligible regions to improve public facilities. Funding is intended for facility maintenance, upkeep, and repair projects. Funding must be used for community, cultural, or recreation facilities that are open to all Red Deer County residents.

In-kind donations to USA, Canada, and International nonprofit and for-profit organizations to address cyber-security issues. Grantees will receive software and resources. Eligible projects are related to software development and should improve the organizations operations. The Gadfly Project is making available in-kind grants for organizations seeking to better secure their digital footprint.

In-kind donations to USA, Canada, and International nonprofit organizations for application development projects. Grantees will receive software and resources. Funding is intended for software development projects that improve the organizations operations. Applications are welcome from organizations that are ready to take a step forward but need a technology partner to help translate their vision into a working application.

Opportunity for an Alberta writer or poet to be selected as the poet Laureate in eligible regions. The two-year position will require the laureate to act as a literary ambassador locally and outside the city, participate in live city events, and create poetry programming. The opportunity is available to individuals who currently reside within Edmonton / amiskwaciy-waskâhikan. This includes the City of Edmonton and the Indigenous communities of Enoch Cree Nation, Alexander First Nation, Paul First Nation, and Alexis Nakota Sioux Nation.

Award to a USA, Canada, or International student to recognize outstanding achievements. Applicants and nominees will be evaluated based on their creativity and innovation, how they overcome the odds to achieve, their impact on their community and beyond, how they operate as global citizens, their impact on their peers, and their academic achievement.

Grants of up to $25,000 to USA, Canada, and International nonprofit organizations and schools for initiatives that provide community support. Eligible organizations align with one of the following areas of interest: environment, health, social inclusion, employability, and financial literacy.

In-kind support to USA, Canada, Mexico, Australia, New Zealand, and Europe nonprofit organizations to build their brands. The program will provide web design and digital assistance to nonprofits to create an impact and reach target audiences. Eligible services include but are not limited to website design, logo design, annual reports, and billboards.

Grants to Alberta qualified donees in eligible locations for small, short-term initiatives and capacity-building efforts. Applicants must contact program staff prior to applying. Funding is intended for organizational development or to test new program ideas and improve program outcomes. Eligible applicants are located in the Calgary area, including Calgary, Banff National Park, Canmore, Municipal District of Kananaskis, Foothills County (including towns and hamlets), Wheatland County (including towns and hamlets), Municipal District of Bighorn (including towns and hamlets), Rocky View County (including towns and hamlets), Iyarhe Nakoda Nations, Kainai Nation, Tsuut’ina Nation, Piikani Nation, and Siksika Nation.

Grants to Alberta-registered nonprofit charities, community groups, and societies in eligible locations for activities to enhance the quality of life for local residents. Funding areas of interest include the environment, community support, and community well-being. Eligible applicants are located in the town of Banff.

Award to a USA, Canada, or International nonprofit organization to recognize outstanding efforts toward alleviating human suffering. The purpose of this award is to honor and advance the recipient organization’s efforts and call attention to the global need for humanitarian aid, thereby encouraging others to expand their support.

Awards to Canada authors to acknowledge outstanding contributions to the field of literature. Cash prizes will be awarded to the winner and finalists. Nominations are invited for collections of fictional short stories or novels that have been recently published. A prize will be awarded to the novel or short story collection published between October 1, 2024, and September 30, 2025 that, in the opinion of the jurors, is the year’s best book of fiction. There are three rounds of deadlines, which are dependent on the date of publication.

Awards to USA, Canada, and International authors for nonfiction books on Jewish subjects. In addition to the $5,000 cash prize, winners will receive marketing and promotion assistance and customized support. Awards are available for books that have recently been published or are soon to be published, involving themes such as rein­vent­ing Jew­ish life and com­mu­ni­ty for the twen­ty-first cen­tu­ry, shift­ing notions of indi­vid­ual and collec­tive Jew­ish iden­ti­ty, the his­to­ry and future of Israel, and the evolv­ing rela­tion­ship between Israel and world Jewry.

In-kind book donations to USA schools, Title 1 educators, and after-school programs to benefit low-income students. The purpose of the program is to provide teachers with additional resources to instill a love of learning and reading in their students. Grant money may be used to order books at a discount through a partner vendor.

Grants to USA, Canada, and International nonprofit organizations and individual scholars for research, projects, and other activities that promote animal welfare. Previously funded projects include adoption programs, animal rescue training, public awareness campaigns, research and data websites, and more.

Grants to Canada nonprofit organizations and groups, band and tribal councils, and Aboriginal government agencies and organizations to support festivals that present heritage performers, artists, and artisans. Funding is intended for recurring festivals, including those that celebrate LGBTQ2+ communities and Indigenous cultural celebrations.

Grants to Canada organizations and professional associations to benefit the book industry throughout the country. Funding is intended to support projects designed to benefit the structure and efficiency of the industry. Eligible project areas include professional development, technology, internship, and marketing. Funding is also intended for projects to facilitate access to books by Canadian authors through promotional activities and improved infrastructure within the book publishing and distribution industry.

Grants to Alberta nonprofit societies and community organizations for projects that enhance community programming and benefit local residents in eligible locations. Funding is intended for projects that promote diversity and inclusion, foster a sense of community, and promote a circular economy. Projects must benefit the residents of Canmore.

Awards to Canada authors to recognize excellence in creating nonfiction works of literature. Nominations are invited for newly published pieces that provide readers with unique and informed perspectives. Eligible forms of literature include biographies, works of history, essays, political and social commentaries, memoirs, and journalistic essays.

Grants to Canada registered charities for projects and activities to benefit animals worldwide. Funding is intended to assist the efforts of organizations that work to reduce animal cruelty and help domesticated and wild animals that are abandoned, neglected, abused, and in distress.

Grants to USA, Canada, and International libraries to reduce electricity costs. Funding is intended for customers of the funding source who are interested in installing solar panels. Priority will be given to libraries with relatively new roofs that can accommodate the panels.

Opportunity for USA, Canada, and International musicians, architects, writers, and visual artists to participate in a residency program in Austria. The purpose of the residency is to promote an exchange of ideas and to provide a venue for international artists to exhibit their work. Residencies will take place in Krems an der Donau, Austria.

Grant of $50,000 to a Canada investigator for research addressing hereditary angioedema. Funding is intended for a research project that focuses on the management and mechanisms of the condition. Applicants must detail the strengths of their proposed methodology from a scientific perspective.

Fellowships to USA, Canada, and International Master's and PhD candidates for projects to substantially reduce the use of animals for educational or scientific purposes. Funding is intended to devise alternative research, testing, and educational methodologies. Eligible uses of funds include tuition, salary, and supplies.

Grants of up to $1,000 and grants of up to $3,000 to Alberta female coaches, sports officials, administrators, and nonprofit organizations to promote leadership skills among women and girls in the sports and recreation sectors. Funding is intended to support girls and women working or volunteering in the sports or active living communities, recreation field, or school system who are working toward increasing their leadership capacity.

Grants of $500 to USA, Canada, and International artists to create art depicting different aspects of nature. Applicants are required to contact the funding source to receive an application. Artwork may be produced in any type of medium, including painting, sculpture, photography, and digital art. Priority will be given to artwork submitted by artists from underrepresented communities and regions, as well as applicants from places or countries where there is a lack of funding available to artists.

Grants of up to $10,000 to USA, Canada, and Mexico nonprofit organizations, colleges and universities, government agencies, and laboratories to cover expenses related to conferences, scientific meetings, and workshops that address aging. Funding is intended to support activities that reflect the Foundation's mission to drive efforts to extend healthy human lifespan and understand the processes of aging.

Grants of up to $5,000 and in-kind support to Canada nonprofit organizations to promote equitable employment opportunities. Funding is intended for organizations that eliminate barriers to employment for all members of their community. In addition to funding, nonprofits will receive mentorship and volunteer assistance.

Opportunity for USA, Canada, and International nonprofit and government organizations to participate in a virtual accelerator program to address sustainable consumption and production. The purpose of the program is to provide participants with access to the funding source's resources, technology, and services as they carry out tech-driven projects in support of the UN Sustainable Development Goals 9 and 12.

Grants to USA and Canada organizations for initiatives to improve healthcare for underserved communities. Eligible organizations align themselves with one of the following areas of interest: cancer prevention, advancing crisis preparedness and response, and increasing diverse representation within the medical profession. The Foundation's mission is to remove barriers to quality healthcare across North America, especially for vulnerable and underserved communities.

Grants of up to $25,000 USA, Canada, and International organizations, businesses, agencies, and individuals for environmental conservation projects. Funding is intended for activities in the focus areas of stewardship, conservation, and education. Projects may be globally or locally focused.

Grants of up to $3,500 to Canada employers to hire youth for short-term employment in the Trails sector. Priority will be given to employers who support youth who face barriers, including Indigenous youth, those living in rural areas, new immigrants, and youth who have not completed high school. Eligible youth must be Canadian citizens between the ages of 15 and 30.

Grants to Alberta nonprofit organizations in eligible locations to strengthen the capacity of nonprofits working to advance equity in the local community. Funding is intended to support projects that increase the effectiveness of organizations in heightening the knowledge and awareness of residents regarding systemic racism, its impact on Indigenous, Black and diverse racialized people within the community, and how to address it. Qualifying nonprofits operating within Calgary’s city limits are eligible to apply.

Grants to Canada registered charities and other qualified donees to support Ukraine or projects in Canada about Ukraine. Funding is intended for projects in the following focus areas: humanitarian aid, civil and human rights initiatives, education, and heritage initiatives. Humanitarian aid and heritage projects must be implemented within Ukraine.

Grants of up to $3,000 to Canada, USA, and territories nonprofit organizations for projects to protect wildlife and natural habitats. Funding is intended for campaigns to save specific species and ecosystems. Eligible activities include public policy work, litigation, advocacy, and similar endeavors.

Grants to Alberta nonprofit organizations, businesses, art societies and collectives, and community groups to support public events in eligible regions. Funding may be requested for core staging costs for single-day and multi-day events. Successful applicants will receive a funding agreement that includes a combination of financial support, promotional assistance, and event infrastructure based on the needs of the application and the availability of the EDBA resources. Events must take place in Downtown Edmonton, within the DBA’s borders.

Grants of up to $5,000 to Alberta nonprofit organizations in eligible locations for capital improvements to rural cemeteries. Funding may be used for fencing, plot surveys, signage, ground improvements, and other new capital enhancement projects. Funded projects must be undertaken in rural cemeteries located in Red Deer County.

Grants to Canada qualified donees for law-related activities. Funding will be awarded to programs in the areas of law reform and legislation, administration of justice, legal research, or legal education. Examples of past initiatives include systems of justice, court reform, racial equality, law and ethics in health care, gender equality and conflict of interest.

Grants of up to $15,000 to Alberta K-12 schools and school jurisdictions to enhance education with interactive arts projects. First-time applicants are required to pre-register through the grant system. The purpose of the grant is to engage students in a variety of artistic disciplines, instructed by professional Alberta artists. Eligible projects must take place on school property during school hours.

Grants of up to $15,000 to Alberta registered charities in eligible locations for projects to benefit low-income children and youth under age 21. Applicants must contact the funding source prior to submitting a full application. Focus areas include education, health, and recreation. Funding is intended for organizations working in Calgary.

Grants to Alberta registered charities and nonprofit organizations to benefit local residents in eligible locations. Funding may be requested for both capital and operational needs. Proposed events, activities, and programs must enhance the well-being of local residents in Leduc.

Award of $2,000 to a USA K-6 teacher to recognize excellence in helping students improve in writing. Applicants should explain and demonstrate their philosophy about writing instruction and student progress. In addition, teachers must provide student writing samples with teacher comments.

Grants to USA, Canada, and International research institutions for studies related to the management of solid waste. A pre-proposal must be submitted prior to applying. Research priorities include addressing the impacts of climate change, emerging contaminants, and advancing recycling.

Grants of up to $50,000 to Alberta nonprofit organizations, educational institutions, clubs, and societies for projects that benefit residents in eligible locations. Applicants must submit an additional preliminary application before submitting a full proposal. Funding is intended for the development of new or improved community-led park or playground projects. Eligible applicants are located within the City of Calgary municipal boundaries.

Grants of up to $8,000 to Alberta nonprofits, community leagues, and businesses for community improvement projects in eligible regions. Funding is for the design and installation of outdoor wall art in highly visible locations. The goal of the program is to beautify communities, promote a sense of equity and empowerment, and prevent graffiti vandalism. Eligible applicants must be based in Edmonton.

Grants to Canada nonprofit organizations, post-secondary institutions, and individuals for programs and projects that focus on humanities and social science research topics. Nonprofit applicants must contact staff in advance of the deadline to begin the application process. Funding is intended for events and activities that represent opportunities to exchange knowledge and engage with participants on research issues of value to them. Events and outreach activities funded by a Connection Grant can often serve as the first step toward more comprehensive and longer-term projects.

Opportunity for USA, Canada, and International students and teams of students ages 4-18 to participate in a competition to develop innovative solutions to global problems. The competition was designed to inspire youth from around the world to solve real-life problems using creativity, kindness, and collaboration. Finalists will be eligible to win cash prizes in order to implement their winning project ideas.

Grants to Alberta community associations in eligible regions to support general operations. Funding is intended to help community leagues maintain programs, events, and facilities that benefit local residents. The goal of the grant program is to assist community-based organizations with the operation of community halls and outdoor recreational amenities and to support programs and activities that benefit Parkland County residents.

Grants of up to $25,000 to USA, Canada, and International individuals with a Ph.D. for anthropology research projects. Grant funds must be used for research expenses. Funding is intended to advance the field of anthropology and make a significant impact on anthropological theory, knowledge, and debate.

Grant of up to $10,000 to a USA, Canada, or International registered nurse for collaborative research related to global disparities in healthcare. Eligible research must involve investigators in at least two countries. Funds will be distributed based on the applicant's research budget, the degree of collaboration, and the quality of the proposed research.

Awards to USA, Canada, and International charitable organizations to recognize programs that serve local communities. Organizations are nominated by the funding source and winners will be determined by votes. Awards will recognize activities addressing education, nutrition, housing, and the environment. Organizations must be based in the USA, Canada, the UK, or Singapore to be eligible.

Award to a USA, Canada, or International educator to recognize contributions to the field of elementary language arts education. The purpose of this program is to recognize an individual who has had a significant impact on the field of literacy, enhanced classroom practice, obtained national and/or international influence in literacy teaching and learning, and contributed a body of work that is compatible with the mission of NCTE.

Award to a USA or Canada English language arts teacher to honor teaching excellence. The award is intended to recognize a teacher of grades 6-8 who has inspired and motivated students and demonstrated excellence in teaching. The winning teacher will be honored at the Middle-Level Section Luncheon during the NCTE Annual Convention.

Awards of $2,500 and an award of $10,000 to USA, Canada, and International authors to recognize contributions to the field of Jewish literature. The award recipient will be honored for an outstanding work of nonfiction that explores modern Jewish thought and increases awareness of the meeting point of faith and modernity. Eligible themes include, but are not limited to, ethics, Jewish identity, antisemitism, and Jewish history.

Grants of $2,500, grants of $5,000, and in-kind support to USA, Canada, and International early-career sports photographers to support career growth. In addition to funds, grant recipients will benefit from professional development opportunities, participate in a photography conference, and be eligible for a year-long mentorship.

Grants to Alberta individuals for publicly accessible events to benefit residents of eligible communities. The purpose of the program is to support events that create connections among local residents and provide social opportunities. Eligible events are those that take place in and benefit the residents of Strathcona County.

Grants of up to $2,000 to Alberta nonprofit organizations, community groups, and individuals for activities that positively impact eligible communities. Funding is intended for programs that improve the well-being of local residents and foster positive social change and community safety. Eligible programs are those that benefit the residents of Strathcona County.

Grants of up to $25,000 to Alberta nonprofit arts organizations in eligible locations for programs and projects that advance the work of artists. Funding is intended to support existing and new initiatives to support the arts community and encourage innovation and resilience in Edmonton.

Grant of up to $10,000 to a USA, Canada, or International registered nurse for research related to disparities in global healthcare. Funding is intended for collaborative studies between at least two countries. Eligible expenses include but are not limited to supplies, secretarial staff, computer software, and personnel costs.

Opportunity for USA, Canada, and International organizations to address issues related to access to effective antibiotics and antibiotic resistance. The focus of the projects should be on providing sufficient antibiotics to people and animals in low and middle-income countries. This Challenge particularly encourages solutions from teams based in low- and middle-income countries (LMICs) and multi-disciplinary teams.

Grants to USA, Canada, and International institutions and healthcare organizations for research in reproductive health and oncology. Funding is intended to generate data that will lead to improved clinical outcomes for cancer patients. The objective of this Program is to promote excellence in molecular diagnostics and reproductive health with the aim of increasing high-quality molecular profiling for healthcare providers serving cancer patients.

Award of $50,000 to a USA, Canada, or International musician to recognize outstanding contributions to orchestral Jewish music. Funding is intended to honor and publicize new, Jewish-themed musical scores. The focus for this year's competition is works for choir, symphony orchestra, and optional soloists. The prize winner will be acknowledged at a concert to be held in Montreal, Canada.

Fellowships to Canada and International young entrepreneurs for professional development activities in US cities. The purpose of the fellowship is to prepare entrepreneurs to return to their home countries to implement their newly-acquired skills in their chosen fields. Eligible participants are between the ages of 25 and 35.

Grants of up to $10,000 to Alberta small businesses and entrepreneurs for development and expansion projects in eligible locations. The goal of funding is to provide financial support to existing businesses wanting to expand services or products that are unique to the community; home-based business owners wishing to move to storefronts; and/or entrepreneurs opening new small businesses. Eligible applicants must be located in the Town of Whitecourt.

Grants to USA, Canada, and International PhD students and candidates to conduct research under the supervision of a mentor. Both the mentor and mentee will receive funding and will be expected to present their research together at an academic conference at the end of the year.

Grants to Canada nonprofit organizations to support single mothers and their families. Funding is intended to help address the societal obstacles that hinder these families from achieving success in their communities. Focus audiences are single mothers living in low-income households and women experiencing physical or mental health challenges.

Grants to Alberta groups for environmental projects. Funding is intended to engage youth and young adults in a broad range of environmental initiatives and projects. Projects must involve people who are 25 years of age or under. The purpose of the grant is to encourage youth to take on environmental projects that inspire change and foster environmental stewardship.

Grants to USA, Canada, and International undergraduate and graduate students at institutions of higher education to participate in workshops and conferences related to design and engineering. Funding is intended to support registration fees and help with travel and lodging expenses for full-time students at accredited IHEs who wish to attend the USENIX Conference on Privacy Engineering Practice and Respect (PEPR '25).

Grants to Canada Inuit and First Nations cultural education centers to promote cultural heritage. First-time applicants must contact the funding source to receive access to the application portal. Funding is intended to support activities that preserve, develop, and revitalize the traditions and languages of these Native Canadian communities. Funds may be used for activities such as ceremonies, workshops, research, educational materials, events, and programming.

Grants to USA, Canada, and International investigators affiliated with academic research institutions for research related to metastatic lethal prostate cancer. Priority areas of interest include incidents of metastatic prostate cancer in under-represented populations and among veterans. Funding is intended to cover direct research costs and travel to the Annual PCF Scientific Retreat.

Grants to USA, Canada, and International computer scientists and practitioners to participate in a conference about design and engineering. Funding is intended for travel expenses and conference registration for individuals who face financial barriers to attending the USENIX Conference on Privacy Engineering Practice and Respect (PEPR '25).

Grants to USA, Canada, and International researchers from eligible backgrounds to train student researchers. This program is intended to increase the diversity in Parkinson's disease research, while also training new researchers in the field. Awarded researchers must be from underrepresented groups.

Grants to USA, Canada, and International nonprofit organizations, government agencies, hospitals, and institutions of higher education for studies related to diabetes. Funding is intended for research that will improve health outcomes for people living with Type 1 diabetes. Projects that hold a prospect for transformative breakthroughs that prevent, treat, or cure Type 1 diabetes will be given top priority.

Grants to USA, Canada, and International IHEs, nonprofit and for-profit organizations, and government agencies for research projects related to HIV and aging. Applicants are advised that required registrations may take several weeks to complete. Funding is intended for research on a wide range of topics related to HIV and aging.

Grants to Alberta nonprofit arts organizations for professional development and activities that support the arts in eligible regions. Funding is intended to create job opportunities, develop new works, and promote collaboration across sectors. Eligible projects contribute to the vibrancy of Calgary's arts sector.

Grants to USA, Canada, and International nonprofit and for-profit organizations, government agencies, Tribes, and educational institutions for studies that correlate HIV and aging. Applicants are advised that required registrations must be completed prior to submitting an application. Funding is intended to advance understanding of the biological, clinical, and socio-behavioral aspects of aging through the lens of HIV infection and its treatment; and to improve approaches for testing, preventing, and treating HIV infection.

Opportunity for USA, Canada, and International small businesses to participate in a competition to generate technology that can be used by the US military. The purpose of the competition is to devise long-range sensor equipment to be utilized by forces across wide expanses, such as the Arctic tundra, deep jungle, and overbuilt megacities.

Grants to USA, Canada, and International independent investigators for research related to cystic fibrosis. Priority will be given to proposals that advance prevention and treatment strategies, and those that lead to a deeper understanding of disease mechanisms. Funding is intended to encourage the development of new information that contributes to the understanding of the basic etiology and pathogenesis of cystic fibrosis.

Grants of up to $10,000 to Alberta registered nonprofit societies, collectives, and individuals in eligible regions to support preparatory activities for projects related to local heritage. Funding is intended to assist with the planning and research phase that lays the groundwork for a larger project. The aim of the program is to foster a cultural connection between residents, communities, and places; support participation in cultural experiences; and enable the creation of artistic and heritage work. Requests will be accepted from applicants located in or working in Edmonton.

Grants to USA, Canada, and International research organizations to conduct studies on pedestrian fatalities in the United States. Funding is intended for research studies determining the factors going into these fatal accidents in an effort to reduce pedestrian fatalities nationwide.

Grants to USA, Canada, and International research organizations to identify road infrastructure improvements that will contribute to enhanced transportation safety. Funding is intended to identify which improvements are cost-effective and have the biggest benefit in terms of preserving human life.

Opportunity for a Canada artist or art collective to create an outdoor art piece to be displayed in an eligible location in Alberta. The purpose of the project is to enhance the wall of a local park to help attract residents and visitors to the area. The selected art piece will be a mosaic embedded in a bouldering wall in the community of Erin Ridge North’s newest park, Element Park.

Grants of $20,000 and in-kind support to Alberta and British Columbia Asian novice producers and filmmakers to produce a short video piece. Funding is intended for a 20-45-minute series pilot, scripted film, or documentary portraying Asian heritage within the filmmaker's community. Eligible genres include drama, action, suspense, sci-fi, western, comedy, romance, fantasy, horror, and musicals.

Grants of up to $20,000 to Alberta nonprofit organizations and individuals for heritage and culture activities to promote eligible regions. Eligible projects include creating documentaries, preparing exhibitions, and hosting speakers. Funding is intended for applicants living or working in the Edmonton Metropolitan Region.

In-kind grants of creative and marketing services to USA, Canada, and International nonprofit, educational, and service organizations and government agencies to improve communications and brand value. The goal of the program is to help organizations strengthen the marketing and branding efforts of successful applicants through brand development, marketing strategies, website design, and creative services.

Opportunity for USA and Canada startups to participate in a three-month technology accelerator program. The purpose of the accelerator is to devise climate tech and sustainability solutions and to help startups grow their companies. Participating startups will receive an investment of funds and professional guidance.

Grants of up to $5,000 to Alberta K-12 teachers to develop innovative approaches to energy conservation education. Funding is intended for projects within the focus areas of renewable, alternative, nonrenewable, and conventional energy sources, energy efficiency, technology and innovation, and energy careers. The A+ for Energy program aims to provide schools with funding to implement creative approaches to energy education.

Grants to Alberta artists and collectives for artistic projects in eligible regions. Funding is intended for activities in all artistic disciplines. Eligible activities include marketing and promotion; research, creation of new work, professional development, and presentation. Eligible applicants are located in Calgary/Mohkinsstsis.

Grants to Alberta registered charities in eligible regions for community benefit programs. Funding is intended for programs that serve vulnerable populations, programs that promote youth participation in hockey, and those that address emergent community needs. Applicants must be located in Edmonton and the region.

Grants to USA, Canada, and International high school journalism teachers to subsidize the cost of attending teacher workshops at an American university. Priority funding is given to unlicensed teachers and advisers and to those with little or no journalism teaching and advising experience. Grant recipients are expected to return to journalism teaching in the fall. Workshops will take place at Indiana University's High School Journalism Institute.

Grants to Alberta nonprofit organizations, First Nations, Métis settlements, and IHEs for projects to enrich and enhance communities throughout the province. Funding may be used for new or current programs, community events, technology, gender equity projects, and portable equipment.

Awards to Canada authors, translators, and illustrators, and grants to Canada publishers for outstanding works of literature in a variety of genres. The purpose of this program is to recognize exemplary artistic and literary publications. Awards will be given for books written in English and in French in the categories of fiction, non-fiction, poetry, drama, young people’s literature – text, young people's literature - illustrated books, and translation from French to English and from English to French.

Award to a USA, Canada or International individual for scholarly research and writing on the Holocaust. Only books containing new research on the Holocaust, or its antecedents and aftermath, will be considered. Research accuracy, methodology, scholarship, literary merit, originality, and importance of the research topic are important factors.

Grants of up to $1,000 to Alberta qualified donees to promote music education through workshops, festivals, camps, and programs. All funded events must be public. Priority will be given to organizations that serve communities with limited resources for projects in music education.

Grants to Alberta nonprofit organizations and First Nations and Métis Settlements for capital projects. Applicants are required to register in the grant portal prior to submitting an application. Funding is intended to encourage local economic growth and to enhance public facilities. Eligible facilities may be used for cultural, sports, recreational, and other public-use purposes.

Prize of $4,000 to a USA, Canada, and International institution or individual for a project that combines digital technology and history. The purpose of the award program is to support and honor work on a media project that is open to the public. Eligible projects will demonstrate thoughtful, critical, and rigorous engagement with technology and the practice of history. The prize recipient(s) will be expected to apply awarded funds toward the advancement of the project goals.

Award of $1,000 to a USA, Canada, or International author for an excellent book on the post-Columbus history of North America. This award is intended to recognize and celebrate excellence in historical research. Biographies, monographs, and works of synthesis and interpretation are eligible.

Grants to Alberta community associations in eligible locations for capital projects. Focus areas include renovation, preventive maintenance, equipment and furnishings, and fire, safety, and health. Funding is intended to support local community leagues to improve their facilities to enhance programs and service delivery to Parkland County residents.

Grants to Alberta community leagues in eligible locations to support community events and programs. Priority will be given to activities geared toward families and children. Grant funds may be used to support volunteer training, new programs, special event activities, and adding new aspects to existing programs. Funding is intended to benefit residents of Parkland County.

Grants to Canada nonprofit and for-profit organizations, education institutions, First Nations, and agencies to provide services for First Nations students with learning disabilities. Funding may be used for resource services, assessments, therapies, personnel, and adaptive materials.

In-kind grants of products valued at up to $4,000 and one grant of up to $1,000 to USA, Canada, and International nonprofit and educational organizations to support animal habitat conservation research. Recipients will be provided with products and software licenses for equipment that assists in the study of bats, birds, amphibians, and other terrestrial wildlife—or a travel grant to help them attend a conference with their peers.