Celebrate our nation

April 4, 2017 12:00 a.m.

​Grants available to not-for-profit groups interested in hosting an event for Canada 150

In honour of Canada’s 150th birthday, the City of Vaughan is making $10,000 available to eligible not-for-profit organizations and community groups to host their own celebratory event or initiative. Grants are being awarded in amounts of up to $500. Applications are being accepted until May 30 and are available online at vaughan.ca/Canada150.

Canada’s sesquicentennial is a once-in-a-lifetime occasion to recognize the history and achievements of our great nation. Local organizations are encouraged to get involved to mark this special year. Vaughan is a vibrant, multicultural community defined by the people who contribute to their city and make a difference. The grant program highlights and supports the citizens, volunteers, groups and organizations that generously give their time to create opportunity, inclusivity and enjoyment in the city.

The grant money is donated by the Spirit of Generosity, Mayor Maurizio Bevilacqua’s charitable fund. It is supported by the annual Mayor’s Gala and Charity Golf Classic, and has benefitted more than 100 not-for-profit organizations that provide essential services to Vaughan and beyond.

QUOTE

“One of our greatest strengths is our Canadian spirit. The 150th anniversary of Confederation gives us a chance to come together and celebrate all the wonderful things about our community and our country. Service groups and local not-for-profits are the heartbeat of our city and we are blessed to have citizens who believe strongly in the power of giving back. I have committed $10,000 from the Spirit of Generosity fund to give these organizations an opportunity to share in the celebration of a lifetime. This is what being a Canadian is all about – showing our pride and patriotism, and demonstrating our love and respect for this great nation we all call home.”
-Mayor Maurizio Bevilacqua

 
QUICK FACTS
 
  • Grants are available to not-for-profit groups or organizations registered as a Community Service Organization (CSO) or with a significant presence, including its membership, in the City.
  • Groups must also have a membership open to all City of Vaughan residents.
  • The Canada 150 program/event/project being funded must be held in Vaughan or, in the case of a project involving arts or technology, must relate to the City in a substantial way and must be completed by Dec. 31, 2017.
  • All grant applications will be reviewed by staff from the City’s Financial Planning and Development Finance department, together with a three-person advisory group drawn from the membership of the Canada 150 Task Force.
  • The application form and grant details are available online at vaughan.ca/Canada150.
  • On July 1, the City will celebrate Canada Day in style with a grand fête at Boyd Conservation Park.
  • The community is encouraged to follow and participate in the conversation online using #VaughanCAN150.
  • The campaign website at vaughan.ca/Canada150 is the community’s one-stop shop for all information and event listings related to Canada 150.
 
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