Community investment
Giving back is core to our culture
Long-term partnerships that create long-lasting impacts are at the heart of our community giving program. We are proud to support the communities where we live and operate through corporate giving, employee donations and ongoing volunteerism.
Our people are passionate about giving back. We roll up our sleeves to support our communities through ARC Days of Caring, fundraising campaigns and events.
Doubling the impact
We support our employees in making meaningful contributions to the community causes they care about most. Through our Donation Matching Program, employees can donate up to $500 each year to thousands of Canadian causes and receive a company match to double the impact.
Our goal is to commit a minimum of
$3 million annually
to community development initiatives.
Our giving focus areas
Active and Vibrant Communities
We invest in initiatives that foster connection, celebrate diversity, encourage physical activity, and bring people together in meaningful ways.
Organizations in this area are focused on:
- Championing local sports and recreation activities
- Providing services and events for community groups
- Constructing and maintaining social infrastructure (hospitals, schools and recreation centres)
- Supporting the arts and arts-based programming
Healthy, Safe and Resilient People
We support the physical and mental health, well-being and safety of our people, their loved ones, and the communities in which we operate.
Organizations in this area are focused on:
- Investing in educational health programs and health research
- Facilitating access to mental health care and promoting mental health awareness
- Supporting emergency response in cities and rural areas
- Addressing critical needs in our communities, including food access, food security, and emergency shelter
Skilled and Prepared Future Generations
We support programs that enable educational opportunities and development tools for future generations to be proficient and prepared for the challenges of tomorrow.
Organizations in this area are focused on:
- Providing equitable access to opportunities for youth throughout our operating areas
- Supporting programs that build confidence and life skills
- Educating on potential career paths, opportunities, job training, and future-ready knowledge
Where we invest
We support causes and organizations that serve the communities near our operations: Fort St. John, Dawson Creek, Grande Prairie, Valleyview, Calgary and other areas near our operations.
Eligibility
- Be located in or serving an ARC community
- Have a registered charity number or be an established non-profit community organization
- Be in sound financial condition
Limitations and exclusions
Except in special circumstances, donations will not be made to the following:
- Individuals
- Religious organizations
- Programs outside of the regions or communities where ARC does business
- Political organizations or advocacy groups
- Organizations supporting international, foreign affairs and national security
- Government and public administration
- For-profit businesses
- Professional development organizations, industry/trade associations
- Grantmaking foundations
Apply for funding
Submit an application to receive support for community initiatives that align with our areas of focus.
We review proposals on an ongoing basis. Please allow up to eight weeks for your application to be reviewed.
Need extra assistance?
For questions regarding the process or status of your application:
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