Cold Lake city council has approved funding for four community groups recommended by the Community Grand Advisory Committee.
The Community Recreation, Art, Culture and Heritage Investment Grant program received five applications, which were reviewed by the advisory committee at its December meeting. The committee recommended approval of four applications with a total funding of $26,500.
“It is encouraging to see such a diverse and active base of community groups that continue to host successful events and find success,” said Mayor Bob Mattice. “Each of these organizations contributes to our vibrant community and helps to ensure our residents have exceptional recreation, athletic and cultural opportunities to take part in.”
Age Friendly Cold Lake was approved for a $20,000 Fundraising and Sponsorship Grant to support the groups 2026 Ice fishing tournament, which has been supported through the CRACH grant program since 2021.
The Cold Lake Black Community Association was approved for a $2,500 Arts, Culture and Heritage Grant in support of its year end community celebration.
The Cold Lake Music Festival Association was approved for a $1,500 Arts, Culture Heritage Grant for the 2026 Music Festival, set to be held form March 17 to March 26.
The Cold Lake Sailing Association was approved for a $2,500 Equipment Grant to help with maintenance for their training fleet, however the grant required matching funds from the recipient.
The fifth application was denied because the organization had previously received grant funding within the same calendar year, while a previous grant was retracted because the organization that it was awarded is no longer active.
“Council is very appreciative of the work that the Community Grant Advisory Committee members do,” Mattice said. “They are excellent stewards of a program that has a tremendous impact on our community and our residents’ quality of life.”
For more information on the City grant programs, visit the City of Cold Lake website.
