Economic development
Local opportunity and sustainable growth.
Funding eligibility
Is your organization eligible?
Review the organization, location and project requirements before preparing an application.
Eligible organizations
An organization may receive Bear Claw CDC funding when its activities fall within the permitted purposes in policy and it is generally charitable or non-profit and community-purposed. The proposed activity should create a clear community benefit.
Participating communities
Applications are open to eligible organizations serving the immediate communities of:
- White Bear First Nations
- kakisiwew-ochapowace Nation
- Town of Carlyle
- Village of Manor
- Village of Kenosee Lake
- R.M. of Moose Mountain No. 63
Eligible purposes
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.
No duplicate Community Initiatives Fund support.
Bear Claw CDC will not provide duplicate funding for projects, programs or community events sponsored by the Community Initiatives Fund.
Review project guidelinesBear Claw CDC will not provide duplicate funding for projects, programs or community events sponsored by the Community Initiatives Fund.