"community funding"

Council approved the extension of the outdoor rink deployment plan until 2026 and authorized $473,950 in funding for community organizations to operate outdoor rinks and related services.

This item approves the distribution of discretionary grants to local organizations and neighborhood projects as per the city's established policy (PO-035) for the specified period.

This item approves the distribution of discretionary grants to local organizations and neighborhood projects as per the city's established policy (PO-035) for the specified period.

The City is approving financial contributions to various community organizations for 2025. This funding is part of the City's framework to support local community development initiatives.

The city has launched a new financial support program for residents' associations, which was approved by the municipal council on September 24. The program provides funding based on the territory served and the association's activity programs, with applications due by October 18. All funding requests must be approved by the municipal council.

The Commission reviewed the 2023 performance and 2024 updates for the city's Integrated Action Plan. The plan, which is 67.5% complete, addresses legal requirements for accessibility and social integration. Discussions included funding allocation for community organizations, snow removal priorities, and improving public access to information regarding accessible facilities.

The City is providing $69,000 in total funding ($23,000 each) to three community organizations (Le Relais des jeunes Gatinois, Centre d’Animation Familiale, and Solidarité Gatineau Ouest) to support their 2024 community day camps.

The city is providing a $6,000 grant to the Limbour Residents' Association to help fund their annual community projects. This initiative is supported by Councillor Louis Sabourin for the Limbour district.