Women’s Economic Recovery Challenge Grant Program

The Government of Alberta recently announced the Women’s Economic Recovery Challenge Grant Program. The purpose of this new program is to fund, “initiatives led by Alberta nonprofit organizations that help enhance women’s economic opportunities by providing strategies and solutions to address barriers and engage more effectively in the economy”. Under this funding, projects must focus on one of the following areas:  

• increasing the representation of women and girls in STEM 

• increasing female entrepreneurship 

• decreasing the challenges women face in the workplace 

• helping women transition to a new career 

• supporting inclusive employer training 

• updating employment skills  

The amount of funding awarded ranges, with a minimum amount of $25,000 and a maximum amount of $250,000. To be eligible to apply for funding, nonprofits must meet the following requirements:  

• Be a registered nonprofit for a minimum of 2 years 

• Demonstrate at least 2 years of relevant experience in delivering community-based supports for economic growth 

• Are able to implement a grant agreement 

Program guidelines with more details regarding the grant can be found here. Applications are due by January 12, 2022.