The Strategic Partnership Program will be reviewed every four years to align with each new term of Town Council. Council will select Strategic Partners at the beginning of their second year of the four-year term. The maximum amount awarded to any group for any Strategic Partnership Program grant will not exceed $6,500 annually.
The Town will provide financial assistance to support:
- Facility Operators who provide affordable multipurpose recreational space to the community
- Community Organizations that build capacity and provide benefit to the community
- Signature Festivals or Events that:
- Are long-standing festivals or events (operating for a minimum of four years)
- The Town has a partnership beyond a funding contributor with
- Are primarily located in the Town of Wolfville
- Have demonstrated rationale to indicate a positive economic effect resulting from attraction of attendees from outside of Wolfville
To be eligible for SPP funding, the organization must:
- Be willing to enter into a Funding Agreement with the Town, outlining expectations
- Provide annual financial statements
- Demonstrate alignment with Council’s Strategic Plan and Town principles
- Operate primarily in Wolfville (or demonstrate clear benefit to Wolfville residents)
- *For events, additional requirements include minimum years of operation and demonstrated visitor draw.
Funding Information
- Strategic Partnerships are for a four-year term
- Approved Funding is provided annually, subject to the Funding Agreement
- Maximum annual funding (4 years): $6,500
- Total Town support (in-kind staff time/labour, tax exemptions, etc.) will be considered when determining funding levels. Council may approve an amount less than the amount requested
Call for Expressions of Interest for potential 2026-2030 Strategic Partners
Deadline: March 20th, 2026
Strategic Partners are organizations the Town works with in a sustained, multi-year relationship to help achieve community outcomes. This is distinct from other grants issued by the Town, such as One-Time Operational or Capital grants or smaller Community Capacity Grants. Organizations wishing to be considered by Town Council may submit an Expression of Interest using the "Potential Partner - Expression of Interest" Form found on this page. Please review the information above as well as the "Call for Expressions of Interest" document found on this page.
