The External Grants Policy (policy) provides guidance to the Squamish-Lillooet Regional District (SLRD) discretionary grants program for eligible non-profit organizations or charities and societies delivering programs, other local or First Nation governments, services, or initiatives that enhance the well-being of residents within the SLRD.
The Squamish-Lillooet Regional District (SLRD) is improving the transparency and accountability of community grant funding. In 2027, a clearer, more predictable application process will provide access to available grant opportunities. Eligible organizations will be able to access grant opportunities through a consistent process, with appropriate assistance available. Application procedures, deadlines and reporting requirements will be changing; assistance and more information will be available when the program officially launches in early 2027.
Although the policy went into effect on June 25, 2026, communications on the effective date of administrative implementation in 2027 will be forthcoming. We know this will bring changes to how community organizations request funding. With this in mind, the SLRD will be working with community non-profit groups serving residents within the SLRD in 2027 to support them through this change. It is our intent to transition to the new external grants application process at a moderate pace, leaving no organization behind. In the meantime, please send all funding requests to info@slrd.bc.ca and whenever possible, include a description of the event/project/initiative, the amount being requested, and an estimated budget.
The External Grants Program webpage will be developed with more information and helpful resources in early 2027.