Lanfine Wind community grant accepting applications until March 27

OYEN - Community organizations in Oyen, the Municipal District of Acadia and Special Areas No. 3 have until March 27 to apply for funding through the Lanfine Wind Community Grant.

The grant program, supported by Pattern Canada’s Lanfine Wind facility, provides funding for local initiatives aimed at strengthening rural communities.

Employees from Pattern Canada give a cheque of $1,500 to support upgrades to the New Brigden Community Hall, which had previously burned down in 2022. From left to right: Clint Olsen, Lanfine Wind 1LP Facility Manager, Tami Cox and Lauren Fuchs, New Bridgen Community Association, and Jenifer Heeg, Lanfine Wind committee member.

Eligible projects include those supporting First Nations and Métis communities, environmental sustainability, youth and education, and health and wellness.

“We’re proud to support the people and organizations that make our region such a vibrant and resilient place to live,” said Clint Olsen, facility manager at Lanfine Wind. “Folks here know what their towns need, and our job is to help lend a hand so good ideas can get off the ground.”

The funding is administered through the Community Foundation of Southeastern Alberta (CFSEA), which works with local partners to guide funding decisions.

“This funding helps support local ideas led by organizations that know their communities best,” said Helene Nicholson, CFSEA regional development coordinator.

Applications must be submitted online by 4:30 p.m. on March 27.

The Lanfine Wind Community Fund is expected to contribute more than $1 million over 18 years to support community projects in southeastern Alberta.

Further details and application guidelines are available through CFSEA’s website.