Events that are eligible for the Community Event Support Grant include:
- Sport competitions – a single event or tournament competition comprised of a combination of local and external competitors, coordinated by a local organizing community and volunteer base
- Community Festivals – annual events actively programmed around a theme, with a focus on community organization and participation, requiring a significant commitment of facilities or impact on the community. This includes entertainment-based events where the festival celebration is the primary goal
- Conferences – events providing an educational or networking opportunity that benefit citizens of Lethbridge while attracting delegates or participants from outside the community. Events cannot be exclusive in manner and should include at least a minimal opportunity for the general public or special interest groups
- Advocacy – an apolitical or non-religious based gathering that benefits the community at large. It cannot be controversial or divisive in nature
To be eligible, an event must:
- Demonstrate a high degree of community support based on attendance, participation, organization, membership, volunteers, financial contributions, and in-kind donations
- Not duplicate or be similar in nature to existing celebrations or events currently being offered
- Not receive financial assistance through other City of Lethbridge funding policies or decisions of Council
Ineligible events
The following types of events are not eligible for the Community Event Support Grant:
- Capital projects not related to the proposed event
- Retroactive expenses or accumulated deficits
Special interest events (i.e., weddings, religious gatherings, demonstrations, marches or events for commercial purposes)