Grant funding is offered to encourage volunteer community groups, organizations and individuals to further improve or develop recreation opportunities for Clare residents.

Leadership Training Grant Program
(Formerly known as the Francophone Coaching & Officiating Development Program)

This funding program's objective is to increase the opportunity to support coaches, officials, community sport groups and individual leaders in their pursuit in NCCP and non NCCP training and professional development. 

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Community Recreation Assistance Program

The "Community Recreation Assistance Program" is primarily designed to provide financial assistance to help offset the cost related to participating in recreation programs for the benefit of residents of the Municipality of Clare.

pdfClick here for more information regarding the program objectives, criteria, eligibility and application procedures, and to downlaod the application form.


Canadian Tire JumpStart Program

Canadian Tire believes all kids should have the chance to run, skate, play and grow. That's why they have created Canadian Tire JumpStart, a community based charitable program from the Canadian Tire Foundation for families that help kids in need participate in organized sport and recreational activities.

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Grants to Organizations

To help build a stronger community, the Municipality of Clare offers funding to non-profit groups and organizations in the form of grants. Candidates seeking financial assistance from the Municipality for the 2025-2026 fiscal year are asked to complete the required application form which can be picked up at the Municipal Office during business hours or downloaded below. 2025-2026 Fillable Application Form 2025-2026 Printable Application Form Please submit your application in person or by email to Ashley Hanks. Any questions can also be directed to Ashley. The deadline for submitting a completed application is 4:00 p.m. on Friday, March 21, 2025. Grants to Organizations Recipients 2025-26 Clare Dog Park Society $9,349 Clare Columbus Club $6,104 La Société acadienne de Clare $2,000 Le Conseil des arts de la Baie $2,222 Clare Share Community Fridge Society $2,500 Les Voix dans l’Vent $1,252 Association Soccer Mineur de Clare $760 Le Club Volleyball de Clare $2,000 Inclusion Clare $5,000 Société historique acadienne de la Baie Ste.-Marie $700 J&M Foster for Cats Society $3,000 Oceanographic Environmental Research Society $450 La Boule Acadienne $1,000 Weymouth Amateur Athletic Association $1,000 Weymouth Waterfront Development Committee $1,532 Total $38,959

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