Sask Sport Inc. administers funding through the Sport Section of the Saskatchewan Lotteries Trust Fund. These funds are made possible from the sale of lottery tickets in Saskatchewan.

Sask Sport Inc. offers a wide range of funding opportunities that support the growth and development of amateur sport in Saskatchewan. Funding is channeled through eligible provincial sport organizations.

Grant information for:

For information on available grants or funding programs contact:

Alison Brown, Sport Funding Coordinator
(306) 780-9371

INDIVIDUALS/TEAMS/CLUBS Sask Sport Inc. provides funding to provincial sport organizations in the province. Individuals, teams or clubs that are members of their Provincial Sport Organization are supported through the organization's programs and services. Please contact the Provincial Sport Organization directly for more information on the programs and services they offer. Other Funding Sources for Individuals, Teams or Clubs

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COACHES & OFFICIALS Coaches Customized professional development and advanced education opportunities are available to coaches through grant programs that are administered by the Coaches Association of Saskatchewan (CAS). High Performance Coach Professional Development Coach Visitation CAS Coach Development Officials The following customized professional development and advanced education opportunities are available to officials: Officials Visitation Grant Provides financial assistance to PSGBs to bring National, International or Professional experts to the province to deliver professional development opportunities. Application Form Follow-up Form Officials Professional Development Grant Assists active member officials enhance their officiating skills through participation in professional development workshops, officials conferences and other officiating education opportunities. Application Form Follow-up Form

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PROVINCIAL SPORT ORGANIZATIONS Provincial Sport Organizations include Provincial Sport Governing Bodies (PSGBs) or Multi- Sport Organizations (MSOs) that are members of Sask Sport and on the Minister's eligibility list. Grants programs for eligible provincial sport organizations: Annual Funding Membership Assistance Program (MAP) Hosting High Performance Athlete Assistance Parasport Grant Programs University Sport Funding Programs Appeal Process for Sport Grants Annual Funding Sask Sport Inc. provides core funding to Provincial Sport Governing Bodies (PSGBs) and Multi-Sport Organizations (MSOs). Annual Funding Provincial Guidelines - PSGB (Nov 2016) Online PSGB Annual Funding Guidelines for the Preparation of Audited Financial Statements for Provincial Sport Governing Bodies (March 2014) Membership Assistance Program (MAP) Sask Sport Inc. provides funding through the Membership Assistance Program to enable provincial sport organizations to allocate funds directly to their respective clubs, leagues, or other affiliated members, to increase the number of participants and the quality of sport development in Saskatchewan communities. Club, league, and team inquiries on this grant program should contact the Provincial Sport Organization directly. MAP Provincial Guidelines (April 2016) Map Application and Spending Plan Map Follow-up Report PSGB MAP Summary Form Hosting To support regional, national, and international amateur sport events hosted in Saskatchewan. Provincial Sport Organizations must apply on behalf of the hosting community or organization. Regional Hosting Grant Guidelines, Application and Follow-up Forms National Hosting Grant Guidelines, Application and Follow-up Forms International Bid Allowance Guidelines International Bid Allowance Application Form International Bid Allowance Follow-up Form International Hosting Grant Guidelines International Hosting Grant Application Form International Hosting Grant Follow-up Form High Performance Athlete Assistance Saskatchewan Program for Athletic Excellence The Saskatchewan Program for Athletic Excellence provides additional direct financial assistance to Saskatchewan's High Performance Athletes who are carded at the national level by Sport Canada. Future Best Future Best supports the developmental needs of Saskatchewan athletes who have been identified by the National Sport Organization (NSO) as clearly demonstrating the potential to become a national senior team member and those who are seriously committed to attain this status through intense training, technical development and competitive success. Please contact Michelle Dezell, Manager, Athlete Services at (306) 975-0861, if you require any further information or if you have any questions. Parasport Grant Programs Parasport Equipment Grant The cost of specialized (adapted) equipment for athletes with a disability to participate in sport is a significant barrier to their participation. The purpose of the Parasport Equipment grant is to assist in removing this barrier and provide financial assistance for the purchase of adapted equipment for people with a disability to participate in organized sport programs. Parasport Club Development Grant The purpose of the Parasport Club Development grant is to provide financial assistance to support new developmental programs in communities or the expansion (enhancement) of existing sport programs for persons with a disability. Please contact Michelle Dezell, Manager, Athlete Services at (306) 975-0861 if you require any further information or if you have any questions. University Sport Funding Programs University Athletic Assistance Program To provide financial assistance to eligible Provincial Sport Governing Bodies (PSGBs) in support of U Sports athletic programs at the University of Regina and the University of Saskatchewan. University PSGB Student-Athlete Awards Program To assist student-athletes competing in U Sports for either the University of Regina or the University of Saskatchewan, through a provincial awards program in partnership with participating Provincial Sport Governing Bodies (PSGBs) and the Universities. University Sport Funding Program Guidelines University Sport Funding Agreement Form University Athletic Assistance Program Follow-up Form PSGB Student-Athlete Awards Program Follow-up Form

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COMMUNITIES The purpose of the Aboriginal Community Sport Grant Program (ACSGP) is to provide greater sport participation and development opportunities for Aboriginal youth in Saskatchewan, especially youth living in urban, rural, on-reserve, isolated and northern communities. Eligible communities can access the grant program, which is funded by Sport Canada Aboriginal Participation and the Saskatchewan Lotteries Trust Fund for Sport, Culture and Recreation. The grant is designed to support the development and implementation of community sport programs. For eligibility requirements, refer to the program guidelines and/or contact a support organization listed on page 3 of the Community Sport for Children and Youth Planning Toolkit. Completing this workbook and the worksheets will assist you with the grant application process for this grant as well as other funding programs. If you are an organization or community group located in Saskatoon or Regina, and are interested in applying for the program please reference the guidelines and forms below. Eligible organizations in Saskatoon and Regina are encouraged to apply directly to Sask Sport throughout the year. Please note: rural applicants are encouraged to contact their District representative to determine the deadline dates in their respective area. The district information can be found HERE Aboriginal Community Sport Development Grant Guidelines Aboriginal Community Sport Development Grant Application Form Aboriginal Community Sport Development Grant Follow-Up Form If you require any further information or if you have any questions about the Aboriginal Community Sport Grant Program, please contact: Amy Shipley, Community Development Consultant 510 Cynthia Street, Saskatoon, SK S7L 7K7 Phone: 306-975-0819 • Fax: (306) 242-8007 Wanda Cameron, Funding Consultant 510 Cynthia Street, Saskatoon, SK S7L 7K7 Phone: (306) 975-0810 • Fax: (306) 242-8007 Other Funding Sources for Communities

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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS (FAQ) Q: Is there funding support available for capital expenditures (i.e. construction, renovations, facility upgrades, etc.)? A: Capital expenditures are not eligible for support through our grant programs. Q:Is there funding support for an individual athlete or team? A: Sask Sport Inc. provides funding to provincial sport organizations in the province. Individuals, teams or clubs that are members of their Provincial Sport Organization are supported through the organization's programs and services. Please contact the Provincial Sport Organization directly for more information on the programs and services they offer.

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OTHER FUNDING SOURCES Individuals KidSport Saskatchewan Coaching Grants - Coaches Association of Saskatchewan (CAS) Officials' Development Aboriginal Coaching and Officials Program - Coaches Association of Saskatchewan (CAS) WISE Fund - Canadian Association for the Advancement of Women and Sport and Physical Activity (CAAWS) Communities Saskatchewan Lotteries Community Grant Program Community Initiatives Fund (CIF) Other Saskatchewan Parks and Recreation Association Funding Guide SaskCulture 1989 Jeux du Canada Games Foundation

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