Local groups awarded grant funding at Cold Lake council meeting

In a bid to bolster community initiatives, several local groups were recently awarded grant funding at the most recent council meeting. $49,699 was allocated to six deserving groups through the Community Recreation, Art, Culture and Heritage Investment Grant Policy (CRACH) and the Community Capital Projects Grant.  

CRACH Grants were distributed to Cold Lake Minor Hockey, with $4,600 earmarked to cover facility rental costs for the U15 Female Tier 1 Hockey Provincial Championship Tournament, and to the Pirouette School of Dance Society, with $1,500 allocated for their annual recital venue expenses.  

Community Capital Projects Grants were allocated to various recipients: the Age Friendly Cold Lake Society received $13,375 to enhance accessibility by purchasing a lift/elevator. The Cold Lake Snowmobile Club was granted $15,000 to facilitate the acquisition of a trail groomer. The Nelson Heights School Parent Advisory Council was designated $10,000 to aid in installing a playground at the school. Lastly, the Cold Lake and District Sportsmen’s Fish and Game Association received $5,224 to conduct a feasibility study and conceptual design for road safety improvements to their firearms range and relocate an older range.  

The grants aim to support diverse community endeavors ranging from sports and recreation to arts and culture. More information on CRACH and the Community Capital Projects Grant can be found at www.coldlake.com/grants.