Economic development
Local opportunity and sustainable growth.
Rooted in partnership. Built for community.
Local ideas.
Lasting impact.
We invest in community-led projects that strengthen the places we share across southeast Saskatchewan.
Treaty 4 Territory
Funding status
Applications are currently closed.
The latest intake cycle has ended. Review the requirements now and check back for the next application window.
Who we are
Community growth,
guided together.
Bear Claw Community Development Incorporated supports charitable and non-profit organizations whose work creates meaningful community benefit.
Established through Saskatchewan’s Gaming Framework Agreement, Bear Claw CDC directs gaming proceeds toward projects that build connection, opportunity and well-being.
Discover our history →What we support
Ten ways to move
community forward.
Funding supports projects within the permitted purposes established by policy.
Social development
Stronger supports and community connection.
Justice initiatives
Preventative and restorative approaches.
Education development
Learning opportunities across generations.
Recreation
Facility operation and development.
Seniors & youth
Programs that help people thrive.
Cultural development
Culture, identity and shared understanding.
Community infrastructure
Development and maintenance.
Health initiatives
Early intervention and prevention.
Other charitable purposes
Including fire, natural disaster and medical emergencies.
Our shared region
Six communities.
One stronger future.
Applications are open to eligible organizations serving these immediate communities.
01
White Bear First Nations
02
kakisiwew-ochapowace Nation
03
Town of Carlyle
04
Village of Manor
05
Village of Kenosee Lake
06
R.M. of Moose Mountain No. 63
How funding works
A clear path from
idea to impact.
Confirm your fit
Check your organization, community and project against the eligibility requirements.
Prepare & apply
Gather the project details and submit the official application while an intake is open.
Deliver & report
Complete the funded work and submit the required follow-up report when the project ends.
Since 2002Community investment through partnership
Community impact
Funding that stays
close to home.
Local organizations know what their communities need. Bear Claw CDC helps turn that knowledge into action.
We prioritize collaborative, community-minded initiatives that improve health, education, culture, infrastructure and opportunity.
See community impact →Community stories
Every project begins
with a local need.
As funded projects are completed, this space will share the people, partnerships and outcomes behind the work.
Celebrating work shaped by community.
Future stories will highlight completed initiatives from participating communities.
Are you a past funding recipient?
Help us tell the story of your project.
Share an update →Have a community project in mind?