The Heritage Community Investment Program (HCIP) offers grants to support Edmonton’s heritage sector. The Heritage Project Grant provides up to $20,000 for projects that preserve, research, document, and share Edmonton’s history, requiring a public sharing component such as a publication, presentation, or exhibition.

Other HCIP grants include the Operational Grant, supporting heritage organizations’ sustainability, and the Research & Development Grant, funding projects that are in the planning, research, and development phase that focus on the history and heritage of Edmonton.

Introducing our New Grants Portal!

We have launched a new online grants portal, streamlining applications and enhancing accessibility for heritage funding programs.

Explore opportunities and apply with ease at https://ehc.smapply.ca.

Read about our past grant recipients here.

Heritage Project Grant

The Heritage Project Grant provides funding up to $20,000 for projects that preserve, research, document, interpret, recognize, and raise awareness of the history and heritage of Edmonton for the benefit of Edmonton residents.

The completed project must include a public sharing component (e.g. publication, presentation, gathering, exhibition, or other types of community engagement). If your project is in development and will not be ready for public sharing yet, consider applying for the Research & Development Grant instead

Deadline: Applications open until May 8, 2025 at 11:59 pm MST

Research & Development Grant

The Research & Development Grant provides funding up to $10,000 for projects that are in development that focus on the history and heritage of Edmonton for the benefit of Edmonton residents. This grant supports the planning, research, and development phases of projects and it does not fund the publication or presentation of completed projects. If your project is ready to be completed and shared with the public, consider applying for the Heritage Project Grant instead.  

Deadline: Applications open until May 8, 2025 at 11:59 pm MST

Operational Grant

Operational Grants provide limited operating assistance—up to 25 percent of an applicant’s eligible expenses—to museums, archives, and other heritage organizations to increase their capacity to research, preserve, interpret, and advocate for Edmonton’s heritage.

Deadline: Intake now closed

New to Edmonton Heritage Council Grants?

Don’t worry, we’re here to help!

What we do for you

Our experienced team offers support throughout the entire application process. We’re here to help you make connections with other grantees, professionals, and organizations that will advance your project. We will use our platforms to share your story and inspire others.

What We Need From You

If you receive a grant from EHC, you commit to keeping us updated on project changes and key dates, including special events, launches, and press and media opportunities; acknowledging the EHC in all promotional materials; and submitting a final report to EHC when the project is complete and by the deadline in your grant agreement.

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