Alberta’s government is committed to ensuring the full implementation of the Fairness and Safety in Sport Act. To be eligible for funding, all applicants, including out-of-province organizations, must confirm that their amateur competitive sport competition in Alberta, aligns with the intent of Fairness and Safety in Sport legislation that came into force on Sept. 1.
Alberta’s Major Sport Events Grant Program provides financial assistance to support organizations in planning and hosting national and international competitions in the province. To expand safe and fair competition environments for women and girls, the Major Sport Events Grant Program has adjusted the eligibility criteria to align with the intent of the Fairness and Safety in Sport Act.
“Our government is taking necessary steps to ensure women and girls can compete in female athletic divisions on a safe and level playing field. Adapting the Major Sport Events Grant Program eligibility guidelines will ensure events hosted in Alberta are safe, fair and accessible for all athletes.”
Applications are now open and eligible organizations may apply for funding until Dec. 19.
No athlete should have an unfair advantage, and no athlete should have to put themselves at risk of harm to participate in the sports they love.
Quick facts
- The Major Sport Events (MSE) Grant Program provides funding to eligible non-profit organizations to host world-class national and international sport events in Alberta.
- Annual MSE funding totals $2.5 million and supports about 30 events.
- Successful applicants can receive up to $250,000 in matching funds from Alberta’s government for eligible events.
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