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Provincial government levels the playing field with youth sport investment
Through the Every Kid Can Play program, the Government of Alberta is providing a total of $400,000 to Sport Central and the Calgary Flames Sports Bank, two non-profit organizations that provide donated sport equipment to families across the province.
The decision is an effort to break down the financial barriers that often prevent kids from engaging in sport and recreation programs, such as helping Alberta families access sport equipment needed to participate.
“Sport should be accessible for everyone. Unfortunately, the cost of equipment can make participation in sport unaffordable for many families. By supporting organizations that share our government’s vision of sport being accessible to all, we’re ensuring more kids can participate in the sports they love, regardless of their financial circumstances,” said Joseph Schow, Minister of Tourism and Sport.
The program allows eligible families to apply for a grant of $350 per child to offset their child’s registration in sport and recreational activities. Applications to offset registration fees are available year-round through KidSport Alberta.