19 community groups and individuals awarded funds through Port Moody grant program in 2026
Nineteen community groups and individuals will share $43,000 in funds in 2026 through the City of Port Moody’s Community Grants Program, which has three streams: general community grants; artist grants; and arts, culture, and heritage grants. The program provides financial assistance for projects that contribute to the general interest and benefit of Port Moody residents.
“Council is pleased to award the 2026 grants to a variety of non-profit organizations and artists who are making a positive difference in our community,” said Mayor Meghan Lahti. “We value the dedication and commitment of these volunteers and artists who help community members in need and work to strengthen arts, culture, and heritage in Port Moody.”
Council approved the grant recipients, as recommended by Port Moody’s Citizen Advisory Group, at the Regular Meeting of Council on May 19, 2026 (view City staff’s report to Council, agenda item 6.1). The 19 applicants listed below will receive Community Grants Program funds for 2026:
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General community grants |
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Organization |
Purpose of grant |
Grant amount |
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ACT2 Child and Family Services |
Funding for a feasibility study to create a local child and youth advocacy centre |
$3,000 |
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Coquitlam Search and Rescue |
To secure funding for a new drone to enhance operational capabilities |
$900 |
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Crisis Intervention and Suicide Prevention Centre of B.C. |
Provide operational support for increased demand for mental health care |
$3,000 |
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Crossroads Hospice Society |
Provide support for activities that enhance the quality of care for patients |
$2,100 |
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Freshet News |
Purchase cell phones, software, and hardware for the newsroom and sales team |
$434 |
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POCOMO Meals on Wheels Society |
Keep the price of delivered meals affordable for residents |
$2,000 |
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Port Moody Farmers Market (Grow Local Society) |
Funding to cover marketing materials, signage, new banner, and new site feasibility study |
$2,171 |
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SHARE Family and Community Services |
Funding for specialized and emergency hampers for vulnerable community members |
$3,000 |
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Volunteer Cancer Driver Society |
Provide vehicle expense reimbursement for volunteer drivers, fundraising, operations support, and administrative support |
$1,395 |
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Subtotal: |
$18,000 |
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Artist grants |
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Coats, Angela |
Purchase materials to build new pieces for upcoming exhibition |
$1,000 |
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Maxrooei, Maryam |
Support to establish artistic practice in a new country |
$1,000 |
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Oliver, Jason and Perepelytz, Shawn |
Support the execution of a music video for Westwood Theory’s upcoming single |
$1,000 |
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Overes, Tamia |
Purchase material and fabrication costs required to produce a series of three laser cut metal artworks |
$1,000 |
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Szefler, Camila |
Purchase reusable supplies to deliver a free mending and fabric lino printing workshop |
$1,000 |
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Subtotal: |
$5,000 |
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Arts, culture, and heritage grants |
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Arts Connect Tri-Cities Arts Council |
Various events during the year and administration costs for these activities |
$2,000 |
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Inlet Music Series |
To help deliver high-calibre musical acts with affordable ticket pricing |
$5,000 |
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Port Moody Art Association |
Plan and create a community project celebrating the 60th anniversary |
$3,000 |
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Port Moody Heritage Society |
Support the “Industry of the Inlet” exhibition project |
$5,000 |
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Summer Sundays Concerts |
Support Summer Sundays Concerts at Rocky Point Park |
$5,000 |
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Subtotal: |
$20,000 |
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Total funding |
$43,000 |
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The Citizen Advisory Group (CAG) is an advisory body made up of more than 250 Port Moody residents who volunteer their time to provide input on City issues. Their recommendations for grant awards are based on a review of eligible applications – general principles that may be used to determine funding allocations are included in the City’s Community Grants Program Policy.
In 2026, the total amount made available for grant awards was $45,000:
- $20,000 for general community grants ($18,000 available for requests made by the January 31 deadline, and a 10 per cent hold-back – $2,000 – available for emergency requests) – applicants were able to request up to $3,000;
- $5,000 for artist grants (no hold-back – if funds remain, they will be available for use later in the year) – applicants were able to request up to $1,000; and
- $20,000 for arts, culture, and heritage grants (no hold-back – if funds remain, they will be available for use later in the year) – applicants were able to request up to $5,000.
General community grants can be used for a wide range of projects. Artist grants provide emerging Port Moody artists with financial assistance to help them grow their skills, experience, and art practice. Arts, culture, and heritage grants provide funding to Port Moody-based organizations that deliver arts, heritage, and/or cultural projects and initiatives in Port Moody.
Visit portmoody.ca/communitygrants to learn more about the program.
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