- Alberta Regulatory Requirements and Exemptions
- Charitable Fundraising Act
- Registering as a Charitable Organization in Alberta (Fundraising) and the Charitable Fundraising Act
- Incorporating a Society in Alberta
- Canada Revenue Agency (CRS): Registering as a Charity or Non-Profit
- Donating Food
- Alberta Gaming, Liquor and Cannabis
- Community Group Resources Operating Budget
- County of Grande Prairie Insurance for Non-Profits Application
Community Groups
Community Group Training and Workshops
Building Better Communities — Together! (Full‑Day Training)
Saturday, October 24 | Evergreen Park
A full‑day, community‑focused training event featuring expert presenters, rural success stories, and interactive sessions.
This training series is a partnership between the County of Grande Prairie No. 1, MD of Greenview, and the Government of Alberta, aimed at helping community organizations work smarter, build capacity, and turn vision into action.
Prepare for the 2027 Grant Season
Take part in a practical planning session focused on helping your organization set short- and long-term goals, determine priority initiatives, and create a roadmap for grant funding in 2027. We'll provide an overview of upcoming funding opportunities, share important updates to the County's grant programs, and offer recommendations for enhancing the quality and success of your grant submissions.
- Workshop #1 Wednesday December 9, 2027, 11:30 pm-1:30 pm Emergency Coordination Centre, Community Services Building
- Workshop # 2 Tuesday, January 12, 2027 .6:30 -8:30 Emergency Coordination Centre, Community Services Building
- Workshop #3 Saturday January 16, 2027, 1:00pm- 3:00 pm Emergency Coordination Centre, Community Services Building
Or book a 1 to 1 session with one of our Recreation and Culture staff via email: recreationandculture@countygp.ab.ca
Operating Assistance Grant and Cemetery Support Grant Applications Open January 1.
Let us know you'll be there - register today!
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Community Group Resources
Compliance and other Regulatory Links for Community Groups and Non-Profit Organizations
COUNTY OF GRANDE PRAIRIE FUNDING PROGRAMS AND RESOURCES
- The County of Grande Prairie invests millions of dollars each year to support projects, programs, and organizations that are enhancing our communities and benefiting residents. For the latest updates, visit our Grants and Scholarships page.
- For a searchable list of external grants and funding for community groups, please visit our Funding Suggestions Guide.
Information, Training and Assistance: Non-Profit Fund Generation
WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW IF YOU'RE FUNDRAISING OR SOLICITING DONATONS IN ALBERTA:
ONLINE TRAINING AND INFORMATION:
- Building Corporate Relationships: A Toolkit for Non-Profits
- Grant-Writing 101 Video Series
- Government of Alberta - Arts, Culture, and Status of Women: Non-Profit Learning Centre
SERVICE PROVIDERS:
FUNDING GUIDES AND SEARCH ENGINES:
- Government of Canada Grants and Funding Search Engine
- Government of Alberta - Non-profit and Charitable Organizations
Information, Training and Assistance: Governance
Managing and Maintaining Non-Profit and Community Facilities
Community Groups can also make Requests for the Reeve and Council to present to council, invite council to attend events or request a letter of support for their grant application, project or initiative.
People Plants and Pride – Growing Together
CIB is a Canadian non-profit organization committed to fostering civic pride, environmental responsibility and beautification through community participation and the challenge of a national program.
Participating communities are judged under categories that promote attractive and functional outdoor landscaped spaces. See past winners and view detailed information about the program.
If you are interested in spearheading a landscaping project to beautify your community, but do not want to be a part of a large program like Communities in Bloom, we want to support your initiative!
We offer a Community Beautification Grant for local projects to enhance civic pride through beautification.
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