Community Spaces

Places for Everyone

At Co-op, we know the importance of community, and are proud to support spaces that bring people together.

Since 2015, 189 local projects have been supported with $13.5 million in capital funding.

About the Program

Projects can apply for between $25,000 and $150,000 in capital funding in three categories: recreation, environmental conservation and urban agriculture. For more details on eligibility and application timelines, please visit our funding page.

RECREATION

RECREATION

Providing enhanced recreation spaces in the community.

Examples:
recreation centres, playgrounds.

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Recreational facilities

ENVIRONMENTAL CONSERVATION

ENVIRONMENTAL CONSERVATION

Preservation of natural spaces in the community.

Examples:
green spaces, interpretive centers.

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Conservation areas

URBAN AGRICULTURE

URBAN AGRICULTURE

Small-scale community agriculture initiatives in both rural and urban spaces.

Examples:
community gardens, food education facilities.

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Urban agriculture spaces

“Today I spoke with the principal of that school and she commented how excited the students were to see the growth of everything in the greenhouse over the summer months. They will soon harvest and prepare 'Harvest Soup' which their whole school will feed on.” 

Larissa Spendiff

Come Grow With Us Passive Solar Greenhouse, Red Deer Public School Foundation, Red Deer AB, completed June 2023

“The day lodge has united the ski community and it is now a social hub on the weekends when we are open to all, and can offer respite from the cold, ski rentals and other events throughout the season.” 

Eliza Stanford

Day Lodge, Whiskey Jack Nordic Ski Club, Fort St. John, completed April 2022

Quick Links

• Learn more about eligibility and the application process
• See our past recipients