Grants

ActivateYYC Grant Program

On April 29, 2025, City Council approved $2.85 million to expand the Federation of Calgary Communities’ placemaking work. Our team is actively working with The City of Calgary to finalize the contract and program details. We’ll share updates as soon as they’re available. Thank you for your patience and enthusiasm for placemaking in our communities.

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ActivateYYC Grants: NOW CLOSED

2025 ActivateYYC Grants opened February 18th, and we received an overwhelming amount of great applications. We have now run out of funding, and appreciate everyone's enthusiasm and excitement towards activating your communities.

Though our funding is closed for the year. Please don't hesitate to reach out with any questions, activation ideas, or visions for community space, as we we will work to direct you to other resources and funding opportunities.

ActivateYYC funding ranges from $500-$5,000 and is available to anyone who is eager to transform the public realm of their city, with hopes of creating healthier, safer, and more engaging public spaces in our communities.

*PLEASE READ THE GRANT GUIDELINES BEFORE APPLYING.

Other Funding Opportunities