As part of the commemoration of Newfoundland and Labrador joining Canada in 1949, the Provincial Government is announcing two grant programs to enable communities and heritage groups to mark the milestone 75th anniversary.

The Community Celebrations and Events Grant is for municipalities, local service districts and Inuit Community Governments to support Confederation 75 celebratory events. Funding amounts will vary based on population size and funded events must take place between April 1 and July 15, 2024.

The Heritage and Indigenous Cultural Projects Grant is intended for heritage organizations (museums, archives, historical societies, historic trusts) and Indigenous organizations with a cultural or heritage mandate. Funding eligibility is $2,500 for exhibits, projects, programs or events thematically related to Newfoundland and Labrador’s Confederation with Canada.

Celebrate NL will administer both grant programs. Applications for the Community Celebrations and Events Grant and the Heritage and Indigenous Cultural Projects Grant can be found here and will be accepted until March 1, 2024.

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“Seventy-five years is such a significant milestone in our province’s relationship and history with Canada. We want our communities and heritage organizations to be able to recognize this time in history and also reflect on what it means to be part of Canada. These grants will allow communities and heritage and Indigenous Governments and Organizations to plan events for their residents tell the story of the province’s union with Canada.”
Honourable Steve Crocker
Minister of Tourism, Culture, Arts and Recreation

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