Historic Firehall #1 Courtyard Activation Grant

Historic Firehall #1 Courtyard Activation Grant

Creating a cultural hub in downtown Calgary

Help Bring New Life to Historic Firehall #1

We are inviting arts and cultural groups to help turn the Historic Firehall #1 courtyard (104 6 Avenue SE) into a vibrant community space this summer. Grants are available to support community‑led projects that offer inclusive, family‑friendly activities that are free or low-cost.

We’re looking for single‑day or multi‑day events – whether they run once, on consecutive days, or recur over time – as long as they take place in the courtyard between June 1 and September 30.

This grant is in collaboration with cSPACE as part of the project to transform the Historic Firehall #1 and neighbouring North-West Travellers Building into an arts and culture hub.

Funding available

This grant supports medium and large-scale initiatives with up to $20,000 available per initiative.

  • Applicants must contribute at least 25% in cash or sponsorship.
  • The City will contribute up to 75% of eligible project costs, excluding in-kind contributions.

Initiative ideas

  • Cultural festival
  • Live performance
  • Interactive art installation
  • Market
  • Workshop
  • Community gathering

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