International Day of Persons with Disabilities – Event Grant

Important dates

Overview

The United Nations recognizes December 3 as the International Day of Persons with Disabilities (IDPD). The Premier’s Council on the Status of Persons with Disabilities provides grants to help community groups hold IDPD events that:

• raise awareness about the importance and value of respecting differences, accepting and including persons with disabilities
• align with the guiding principle of the United Nations Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities

Eligibility

You can apply for funds to hold IDPD events that:

• raise awareness and demonstrate the importance of including persons with disabilities in the broader community
• are inclusive and open to all
• are organized and hosted by community groups and agencies working collaboratively as a committee
• held on or around December 3

Grants may cover expenses for barrier-free access, such as:

• sign language interpreters
• real-time captioning
• equipment rental to accommodate specific disability needs
• speakers
• hall rentals

Funding

Your committee can apply for a grant of up to $1,500.

How to apply

Step 1. Complete the application form

• If you need a nomination form in an alternate format, please contact the Council office.
• It is important the application and supporting documents do not exceed 6 pages.
• Any missing information may result in the application not being accepted.
• Complete the application form (PDF, 76 KB).

Step 2. Submit application

If you are unable to email or if you require further information, contact the Council office:

Phone: 780-422-1095 (Edmonton and area)
Toll free: 310-0000, then the number
TTY: 711 for the message relay service

After you apply

• Your committee will get a letter and grant funding agreement if your application is successful.
• Read the agreement to learn how the grant funding will reimburse your expenses.
• Complete, sign and return the agreement to the Premier’s Council Secretariat to confirm your committee will organize and host the event.
• Make sure to recognize the Premier’s Council as a sponsor in your communication and promotional materials.

Contact

Connect with the Premier’s Council Secretariat:

Hours: 8:15 am to 4:30 pm (open Monday to Friday, closed statutory holidays)
Phone: 780-422-1095
Toll free: dial 310-0000 before the phone number (in Alberta)
Email: [email protected]
Fax: 780-415-0097

Address:
Suite 1110, 10055 106 Street
Edmonton, Alberta  T5J 2Y2

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