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Part of International Day of Persons with Disabilities

International Day of Persons with Disabilities – Virtual Event Grant

Groups can apply for funding to hold a collaborative, Alberta-wide virtual International Day of Persons with Disabilities event.

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:

Status

Applications are now being accepted.

Application deadline: September 3, 2024

Eligibility

You can apply for funds to collaborate as 1 of 3 organizations to co-host a virtual provincial IDPD event that:

  • raises awareness and demonstrate the importance of including persons with disabilities in the broader community
  • is inclusive and open to all
  • is held on December 3

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

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

Funding

A grant of up to $3,000 will be provided to offset costs of the collaborative event.

How to apply

Step 1. Complete the application form

Download and complete the 2024 virtual provincial event grant application form.

  • If you need an application form in an alternate format, contact the Council office.
  • Any missing information may result in the application not being accepted.

Step 2. Submit application

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

Application deadline for the 2024 IDPD Virtual Event Grant: September 3, 2024.

After you apply

If your application is successful, your organization will be invited to collaborate with up to 2 other organizations to plan the virtual provincial event. The specifics of the grant funding distribution will be discussed with the successful applicants.

Successful applications will be invited to sign a joint grant agreement.

  • Read the agreement to learn how the grant funding will reimburse your expenses.
  • Complete, sign and return the joint agreement to the Premier’s Council Secretariat to confirm your organization’s participation in the collaborative 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)
TTY: 711 for the message relay service
Email: [email protected]
Fax: 780-415-0097

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

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