Festivals and events in central and northern B.C. come in all shapes in sizes. Many of them are run by hard-working non-profits and their legions of volunteers. These events are the highlight of the season in their communities and are a major draw for tourists to the area. As is the case with event planning for non-profits in small communities, obtaining funding year-after-year is a challenge – this is where the Trust comes in.
In the Fall of 2015, Northern Development launched it’s Fabulous Festivals and Events program, which provides non-profit organizations with up to $2,500 in grant funding. The program supports unique festivals and events throughout the region contributing to service sector revenues in the local economy.
Both Summer and Winter in Northern B.C. provide prime opportunity for a slew of engaging and locally relevant events. As we wind up summer and review the past year of the program, Northern Development is proud to have learned about and supported so many incredible festivals throughout the region.
And guess what? They can apply for funding again for next year’s events. That’s what we mean by ‘sustainable funding’ – a $2,500 grant our region’s signature festivals and events can rely on year after year and encourage more residents and visitors to enjoy all the culture our region has to offer.
