Community
Grant Money to Throw A Block Party In Red Deer? It’s True!
By Sheldon Spackman
So when was the last time someone gave you money to throw a party? ……….Yeah, me too. However, the City of Red Deer is doing just that for it’s residents. The “Great Neighbours” initiative aims to connect neighbours on your rural or urban block and help everyone get to know each other better!
Right now, city officials say Block Connectors are being recruited across Red Deer, Red Deer County, Bowden, Delburne, Elnora and Penhold, to informally connect neighbours. Block Connectors will be asked to:
- Have a friendly chat with the closest 10-20 households on the block.
- Help neighbours connect at an activity once a year.
- Receive training.
If you would like to become a Block Connector, contact Community Mobilizer Nora Smith at [email protected].
As for that money to throw a Block Party? That’s the “Spark Grant”. It provides a matching grant to help you build relationships and get to know your neighbours. However, applications must include 3 or more households interested in participating in the project, with applicants being able to apply for funding at any time. Program Spokesperson Bobby-Jo Stannard says four community projects have already been funded by this grant.
City official say knowing your neighbours is also a great way to make the area safer, as you will be more inclined to look out for one another and each other’s homes and property.
Click Here for more information on the City of Red Deer’s Great Neighbours program!
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Community
Celebrate Canadian Environment Week by Volunteering at the Green Deer River Valley Cleanup, June 10!
From the Waskasoo Environmental Education Society
Formerly called the Red Deer River Cleanup, the Green Deer River Valley Cleanup will take place at the Kerry Wood Nature Centre from 12:00–3:30 p.m. on Saturday, June 10, 2023.
This annual spring initiative draws volunteers from across the city to join forces to keep our waterways clean and safe by spending the afternoon picking up litter near the Red Deer River and in the surrounding river valley.
Refreshments and prize raffle to follow litter cleanup! There will be over $1500 in prizes for volunteers; including two grand prizes donated by NOVA Chemicals. Each grand prize includes one full-size patio heater.
How it works:
1. Meet at the Kerry Wood Nature Centre field any time between 12:00 p.m. (noon) and 1:00 p.m. to receive your supplies and begin cleaning litter along your assigned route. Children 12 & under must attend with an adult.
2. Return to the Kerry Wood Nature Centre between 2:00 p.m. and 3:00 p.m. to hand in your unused supplies and enjoy some light refreshments.
3. Prize raffle will begin shortly after 3:00 p.m.
Suggested to please wear/bring:
• Visible, weather-appropriate clothing
• Closed-toe walking shoes
• Hat
• Water bottle
• Sunscreen
• Bug spray
• Gloves
For more information:
• Visit https://www.waskasoopark.ca/kerry-wood-nature-centre/green-deer#riverCleanups
• Email [email protected]
• Phone 403-346-2010
Creating a population of citizens interested in, aware of, concerned about and involved in their natural and cultural history.
The Green Deer River Valley Cleanup is made possible thanks to the generosity and support of NOVA Chemicals, INEOS Canada Partnership, Friends of the Kerry Wood Nature Centre, and The City of Red Deer.
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