Supporting Anti-Racism in the community

Supporting Anti-Racism in the community

The City collaborates with community groups and individuals committed to allyship and racial equity as well as Indigenous, Black and diverse Racialized community leaders focused on racial justice.

Funds and grants

Do you have an idea or program that supports anti-racism in your community? We offer funding for projects that aim to eliminate racism and discrimination, build understanding and create opportunities for Indigenous, Black and diverse Racialized people.

  • Seeds of Change Fund

    The City aims to enhance community engagement and participation in learning opportunities while actively addressing systemic discrimination and promoting inclusion. The Seeds of Change fund provides funding to organizations to strengthen these efforts.

  • Capacity Building Fund

    The Capacity Building Fund is available to eligible non-profit organizations for one-time projects that enhance social impact and address emerging issues by strengthening organizational effectiveness. The fund supports projects that integrate anti-racist and equitable practices into capacity building efforts.

  • Neighbourhood Grants

    Neighbourhood Grants turn local ideas into tangible actions. The City offers grants of up to $1,000 for projects that increase social inclusion, economic participation, anti-racism, or foster Truth and Reconciliation in the eligible neighbourhoods around the city.

Opportunities for Reflection and Action

The City of Calgary takes opportunities like commemorative days and months to celebrate diversity within our organization and in our city. It allows us to learn about history and recognize how certain communities have been impacted by systemic racism, discrimination and exclusion. These opportunities provide a platform to exchange stories and experiences, and work towards an organization and city where eveyone belongs and thrives.

  • Black History Month

    Honouring the past and celebrating the rich cultural heritage and contributions of Black people in Canada.

  • International Day for the Elimination of Racial Discrimination

    Every year on March 21 we recognize the goal of actively dismantling systemic racism, the root causes of racial inequity and how this impacts the delivery of service to Calgarians.

  • Asian Heritage Month

    Alberta’s first Asian immigrants arrived in the 1800s and the contributions of Asian Calgarians continue to make our city more vibrant.

Local events

The City is pleased to share local events that promote a dialogue and advance the work of anti-racism. Check out some upcoming community events.

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