Grants, Awards & Funding

Grant-in-Aid

The Alberni-Clayoquot Regional District (ACRD) Board may provide grant funds to a Registered Organization, Registered Charity, Non‐profit or not‐for-profit, Society or societies for services, and projects or initiatives that provide a social, economic, recreational, or environmental benefit to the communities within the Alberni-Clayoquot region.

The Regional District Board of Directors adopted an updated Grant-in-Aid Policy on November 27, 2024.

2025 Grant Applications

To apply for an ACRD Grant-in-Aid, please fill out the 2025 ACRD Grant-in-Aid Application Form. Grant applications are due April 30, 2025. For additional information please refer to the Grant-in-Aid Policy.

Assistance to apply is available to all applicants. If you would like assistance in applying, please reach out to ACRD staff through email GIA@acrd.bc.ca or via phone at 250-720-2700.

2024 Grant Recipients

Community Works Fund

The Alberni-Clayoquot Regional District Board delivers the Community Works Fund program, through funds provided from the Government of Canada through the Gas Tax Fund. Funding is intended to be directed to local priorities that fall within one of the eligible project categories and that are in keeping with the Agreement’s intended outcomes of a clean environment, strong cities and communities, and productivity and economic growth. The projects related to these priorities can be achieved by either ACRD services or outside non-profit organization.

Further information can be found in the Community Works Funding Policy.

Electronic Funds Payment (EFT) Program

To increase the speed and efficiency in making payments to our vendors and grant recipients, the Alberni-Clayoquot Regional District would appreciate your participation in our Electronic Funds Payment (EFT) program.

Please complete the EFT Direct Deposit Application Form and return to accounting@acrd.bc.ca along with a VOID cheque.