Community Spaces

Places For Everyone

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

For the 10th year, Co-op Community Spaces is helping protect, beautify and improve spaces across Western Canada. In 2024, Co-op will contribute $1 million to support projects that improve or create the spaces where Western Canadians come together.

Since 2015, 175 local projects have been supported with $12.5 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.

ENVIRONMENTAL CONSERVATION

ENVIRONMENTAL CONSERVATION

Preservation of natural spaces in the community.

Examples:
green spaces, interpretive centers.

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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