The Government of Alberta has announced a new capital grant for agricultural societies in the province. (Photo 6423931 © Dejan Ljamić | Dreamstime.com)

By Justin Goulet

Province announces grant program for agricultural societies

Oct 5, 2023 | 12:52 PM

MILLARVILLE, AB – The Government of Alberta has announced a new capital grant for agricultural societies in the province.

The Agricultural Societies Infrastructure Revitalization Program will allocate $2.5 million annually to help ag societies upgrade existing facilities.

It will grant awards between $10,000 and $100,000 for individual projects.

RJ Sigurdson, Minister of Agriculture and Irrigation said, “Facilities like community halls, ice rinks and rodeo grounds are integral to the successful operation of Alberta’s ag societies.”

“This funding makes sure rural communities can continue to benefit from the events, services, educational programs and volunteer opportunities that agricultural societies provide.”

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The grant program will allow the groups to address issues related to aging infrastructure. Applications for eligible projects are open as of Thursday, October 5, 2023.

The grant can be used to make improvements such as roof repairs, enhancements to accessibility, heating upgrades and window installations.

Alberta Association of Agricultural Societies president, Brett Warder said, “Events like rural fairs, farmers’ markets and rodeos support community building and agricultural improvement across rural Alberta.”

Warder added, “This government funding will help agricultural societies keep their facilities modern, accessible and safe for generations to come.”

This latest grant program builds on the existing Agricultural Societies Grant Program, which provides annual provincial funding to help with the operational expenses of ag societies in Alberta.