The Together CK grant portfolio supports local projects and events that benefit the community. This portfolio includes annual Together CK grants for Significant and Community Events, and Community Projects, as well as Together CK Core Grant funding, which supports operational needs for a four-year grant term.
How much can I apply for?
Applicants can apply for 50% of expenses up to a maximum based on the funding stream. Stream maximums are listed below:
- Significant Events - $25,000
- Community Events - $5,000
- Community Projects - $10,000
- Core Grants - $25,000
Annual Together CK Funding
The annual Together CK application intake opens in the Fall of 2025. This intake includes one-year Significant Event, Community Event, and Community Project funding streams.
Significant Community Event
Significant Community Events have 10,000 attendees or more. Fundraising events are not eligible for grants through this program. Applicants can request 50% of an event's expenses up to a maximum of $25,000. Municipal fees (e.g., park fees, public works, police, fire, and EMS) will be the financial responsibility of the event organizers.
Community Event
Community Events have less than 10,000 attendees. Fundraising events are not eligible for grants through this program. Applicants can request 50% of an event's expenses up to a maximum of $5,000.
Community Project
Applicants can request 50% of a community project's expenses up to a maximum of $10,000.
Core Grants
Together CK Core Grant funding for the 2026-2029 funding period will open in the Spring of 2025. Find more information about the Together CK Core Grant program here.
Together CK Committee
The Together CK Committee reviews applications and provides recommendations to Council on distributing municipal grant funding. Volunteer applications are evaluated based on the applicant's experience in several areas, including volunteer work and committee experience. Volunteers hold the position for the term of Council. This committee is supported by municipal staff responsible for the Together CK grant portfolio.