Grants and Funding

Community Matching Funds Program
Community Matching Funds may be granted to community-based, non-profit groups and associations for projects that will enhance the neighbourhoods of Saanich. Projects could include, but are not limited to, park improvements; tree planting projects; improvements to the natural environment; art enhancement projects and, neighbourhood features such as benches or murals.

Community Association Operating Grants
Community Association Operating Grants are granted to new and established non-profit, neighbourhood community groups that represent a particular geographic region and have been recognized by Council either through the local area planning process, through historical precedent, or through special resolution of Council.

Community Event Assistance Program
The Community Event Assistance Program is available to Community Groups who wish to develop a community organization, create neighbourhood-based recreation opportunities and events, or increase information sharing in a neighbourhood.

(Specific application forms are available from each page listed above)