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Recreation Infrastructure program │ Northern Development Initiative Trust (NDIT)

July 31, 2026

Value

Up to $100,000 to a maximum of 70 % for upgrades or repairs to an existing facility; or Up to $300,000 grant to a maximum of 50% of the eligible project budget.

Description

The Recreation Infrastructure program supports community efforts to create and support recreational infrastructure, such as arenas, gymnasiums, golf courses, fields, boat launches and others, to encourage resident attraction and retention while also increasing opportunities for sport tourism.

 

Eligible Applicants

All applicants must be located within Northern Development’s service region.
  • Local Governments
  • Registered First Nations Bands
  • Wholly owned First Nation development corporations

Eligible Expenses

  • Capital expenditures considered to be direct and necessary for the successful implementation of an eligible project
  • Contractor fees
  • Incremental third-party project management
  • Rental of tools and equipment for construction work
  • Wages for direct project labour
  • CPP, EI, Pension (employer portion eligible to a maximum of 9.85%) related to direct project labour
  • PST

Deadline Date

The Recreation Infrastructure program operates on a periodic, cyclical intake basis with tri-annual deadlines. Applications are accepted by January 31, April 30, and July 31 each year. The next upcoming deadline is April 30, 2026. Applications must be received prior to 11:59 PM Pacific Time on the deadline day; late submissions will be considered for the subsequent funding cycle. Please visit the official Northern Development Initiative Trust website for full program guidelines and to confirm specific details.

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