Civic event funding available

Posted Jan 26, 2012 By EMC News

EMC news - The City of Ottawa is now accepting applications for its annual civic celebration funding.

Local not-for-profit organizations, such as volunteer-based community or recreation associations, can apply for up to $3,000 in funding to help finance a one- or two-day event or celebration which falls on a civic or statutory holiday throughout the year.

According to the city, qualifying events should foster civic pride, develop community cohesion and offer free admission. The fund supports events "linked to and celebrating a civic or statutory holiday in Ontario, held in Ottawa and encompassing a broad range of activities, including family entertainment."

For example, a neighbourhood community association could apply to provide a family fun fest during Colonel By Day in August. Deadline to apply for funding is Monday, March 5. Program guidelines and applications are available at ottawa.ca or by visiting the city's client service centres. For more information call 613-580-2424, ext. 20029 or e-mail rec-info@ottawa.ca.