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Year Two for School Playground Equipment Grant Officially Underway
Schools can apply for up to $50,000 in matched funding as Saskatchewan continues a four-year playground grant program that has helped 94 schools.
- On Wednesday, applications for the second year of the School Playground Equipment Grant officially opened. Schools can receive up to $50,000 in matched funding to build new playgrounds or update existing equipment.
- Introduced in 2025, the program assists schools in completing projects or finishing equipment upgrades by providing matching provincial funds. The government provides $3.75 million annually for four years to support community-led initiatives.
- Parks, Culture and Sport Minister Alana Ross announced the second year at École St. Anne School in Prince Albert, celebrating the program's first-year success. The initiative previously helped 94 schools, benefiting more than 25,000 students.
- Prince Albert Catholic School Division director of education Lorel Trumier said the grants help get projects "over the finish line." The new structure at École St. Anne cost roughly $140,000, funded partly through the program.
- Schools can submit proposals until January 29, 2027. Officials emphasize the program supports outdoor recreation for children during school hours, evenings, and weekends, strengthening community spaces.
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MLAs Kevin Kasun and Alana Ross, as well as representatives from École St. Anne School, Prince Albert Catholic School Division, and Saskatchewan Parks and Recreation Association gather in front of the new play structure at École St. Anne School. (Image Credit: paNOW Staff/Nick Nielsen)
Applications now being accepted for 2026-2027 School Playground Equipment Grant Program
Schools can once again apply for funding through the School Playground Equipment Grant Program until January 29, 2027. Introduced in 2025, schools can receive up to $50,000 in matched funding to build new playgrounds or update existing equipment. The government is providing $3.75 million each year for four years to the program, which has already […]
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