Applications will be accepted from October 13, 2026, to November 24, 2026.
Overview
The Medical First Responder (MFR) Grant provides one-time funding to develop new MFR programs and capacity in rural and remote communities, as well as First Nations, Métis and Inuit communities.
MFR agencies are voluntary programs commonly operated by municipalities through fire departments or local community groups. These agencies allow for quick response to emergencies, providing patient care and assistance until emergency health services (EHS) arrive.
This grant aims to strengthen local emergency response capacity by supporting the development and sustainability of medical first responder programs in rural, remote and Indigenous communities.
Funding
A total of $800,000 in funding is available. A maximum of 16 grants of up to $50,000 are available to communities.
Funding can be used for the purchase of new equipment, training for staff and volunteers, and other supports. Staff wages, renovations, vehicles or infrastructure and administration fees are not supported by the grant.
Eligibility
The following communities and organizations are eligible to apply for the MFR grant:
- Municipalities
- rural and remote communities
- First Nations, Métis and Inuit communities including:
- Tribal Councils and Treaty Organizations
- Metis Settlements General Council
- Metis Settlements
- Métis Nation of Alberta
- Indigenous-serving non-profit organizations.
Grant funding priorities
Applicants may meet more than one priority category. Where this occurs, we may consider overall alignment with program objectives, demonstrated community need, geographic considerations, organizational readiness and available funding when determining funding decisions. Meeting the eligibility criteria or applying does not guarantee funding.
All successful recipients must be able and willing to participate in Alberta Medical First Response. Participation in this program is a grant requirement.
If you have questions about eligibility, email us at [email protected].
How to apply
Step 1. Read the guidelines
Review the MFR grant guidelines included in the application and proposal package for important information about the application and proposal process.
Step 2. Complete the application and proposal package
Follow the directions on the application and proposal to fill out the forms. Include the following documents in your grant application and proposal package.
- Completed and signed grant application and completed proposal package.
- Evidence of authority to act on behalf of the community.
- Letter of intent/commitment to participate in the AHS Medical First Response program.
Organizations can submit the application and proposal using any digital file format, provided it includes the required information.
Step 3. Submit the application and proposal package
Email your completed grant application and proposal package to [email protected].
After you apply
Applications will be reviewed by December 18, 2026. Funding will be distributed geographically across the province, taking into consideration the eligibility priorities above, location and distance from local EHS services, and population.
Once applications and proposals are reviewed and decisions are finalized, successful applicants will be notified of the decision and the funding they will receive.
Reporting
The grant agreement will outline the reporting requirements and schedule. Recipients must regularly report on the project’s financial status and outcomes achieved.
Contact
Connect with the Emergency Health Services Branch:
Email: [email protected]