CONTACT: Community Development Coordinator
780.846.2244
Family and Community Support Services (FCSS)
What is FCSS?
Family and Community Support Services (FCSS) is a unique 80/20 funding partnership between the Government of Alberta and participating municipalities or Metis Settlements. Provincially the FCSS Program receives it mandate from the Family and Community Support Services Act and Regulation.
The Regulation sets out the service requirements that a municipality or Metis Settlement must meet to be eligible for funding. Section 2.1 (1)(a) of the FCSS Regulation states: "Services under a program must be of a preventative nature that enhances the social well-being of individuals and families through promotion or intervention strategies provided at the earliest opportunity". Section 2.1 (2)(b) states: "Services under a program must do one or more of the following:
- help people to develop independence, strengthen coping skills and become more resistant to crisis;
- help people to develop an awareness of social needs;
- help people to develop interpersonal and group skills which enhance constructive relationships among people;
- help people and communities to assume responsibility for decisions and actions which affect them;
- provide supports that help sustain people as active participants in the community
Through a partnership with the Province of Alberta, Family and Community Support Services (FCSS) offers programs and services that allow residents to develop their interest and to contribute to the well-being of their families and communities. The County's FCSS Department works closely with affiliated FCSS offices in the City of Lloydminster, Town of Vermilion, Village of Kitscoty, Village of Marwayne and Village of Paradise Valley.
Limited funding is available to help implement preventative programs and/or programs designed to improve the quality of life in communities within the County.
To learn more about Family and Community Support Services in Alberta visit FCSSAA's website.
FCSS Application
2024 FCSS FUNDING APPLICATION- Due Sept 29, 2023
Complete the shaded areas in your 2023 FCSS Funding Application - Due January 31, 2024
Resources
FCSS Basic Guide to Outcome Measurement
FCSS Measures Bank with Provincial Priority Measures and Instructions
THANK YOU TO ALL OUR VOLUNTEERS INVOLVED WITH FCSS!
External Grant Opportunities
Cemetery Improvement Fund
The Cemetery Improvement Fund distributes funds towards local cemetery improvement projects. Projects may be for upgrades, improvements and major equipment purchases that are outside the normal operating expenses or for annual operational assistance.
Annual operating assistance of up to $250/year is available for each cemetery and capital projects are considered on an individual basis.
2023 Cemetery Improvement Fund Application - Due May 12, 2023
2023 Cemetery Improvement Fund Year End Report - Due March 31, 2024
Click on the map to view all cemeteries in County of Vermilion River.
Cemetery Information
The County maintains a registry of the cemeteries that exist in the County of Vermilion River. The majority of these cemeteries are owned and operated by non-profit societies that also maintain the cemetery records. For information on cemeteries within the County, please contact the Administration Office.
2023 Cemetery Funding Recipients |
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| Operational Funding | |
| Auburndale Cemetery Association | $250.00 |
| Dewberry Community Cemetery Association | $250.00 |
| Islay Cemetery | $250.00 |
| Marwayne Cemetery | $250.00 |
| McLaughlin Church Cemetery | $250.00 |
| North Park Pioneer Cemetery | $250.00 |
| Oxville Community Cemetery | $250.00 |
| Rusylvia Cemetery | $250.00 |
| Ruthenian Greek Catholic Cemetery | $250.00 |
| Vermilion Catholic Cemetery | $250.00 |
| St. Olga Cemetery | $250.00 |
| Vermilion Public Cemetery | $250.00 |
| Tring Cemetery | $250.00 |
| Village of Kitscoty Cemetery | $250.00 |
| Capital Funding | |
| Auburndale Cemetery Association | $1,175.00 |
| Rusylvia Cemetery | $1,175.00 |
| Saint Columba Catholic Cemetery | $1,175.00 |
| Tring Cemetery | $1,175.00 |
Community Enhancement Funding
Community Enhancement Funding: Event Grant Application
APPLICATIONS DUE: APRIL 26, 2024
PURPOSE
To fund community organizations, agricultural societies, recreation societies or associations and hall boards that are operating community facilities and programs within the County of Vermilion River. The goal is to build experiences that:
- Accessible to all County residents
- Encourage participation and engagement
- Promote personal growth and wellbeing
- Safeguard natural resources, parks, and recreational opportunities
- Enhance community wellness
Priority will be given to those programs/facilities focused on:
- Healthy living and education
- Community enhancement
- Youth and seniors
FUNDING OVERVIEW
There are a variety of grants available from the County of Vermilion River. These include operational, project, and capital funding options for facilities, community halls, as well as grants for Events.
- Each category has a limited supply of funds. Not all eligible projects will receive funding and even those that are approved may receive less than their requested amounts.
- CVR will have final approval on all funding allocations.
- Those that are approved will be required to complete financial reporting at the end of the project/year. If there is any outstanding reporting from previous projects, the organization will not be considered for new funding until it is submitted properly to CVR.
WHO CAN APPLY?
- Non-profit organizations that provide arts, cultural, fitness, community, sport or recreational opportunities, programs, events and initiatives related to: Healthy & Active Lifestyle; Education; Youth; Community Enhancement. Those who receive FCSS funding for the same program/event are not eligible to apply. Events being held for fundraising purposes that benefit an individual are not eligible. Fundraising events must be for specific community enhancement projects.
WHAT CAN THE FUNDS BE USED FOR?
- Allowable expenses will be related to delivering the event such as speaker fees, official’s fees, facility rental, rental equipment, event supplies, contracted services, general operational expenses, etc. Ineligible expenses would be capital, utilities, honorariums, staffing etc.
HOW MUCH CAN I APPLY FOR?
- Maximum funding of $2,000 per Event. Applicants may only apply every second year for funding.
HOW DO I APPLY?
- Applications are accepted twice per year, in April and October.
- Visit the County of Vermilion River website or contact the Community Development Coordinator to obtain an application form.
- Complete the Events Grant Application Form and submit to the County of Vermilion River on or before the appropriate deadline
EVALUATION CRITERIA
All applications will be evaluated based on the following points system:
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CRITERIA |
POINTS |
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Community Impact |
20 |
|
Financial Plan |
10 |
|
Financial Need |
10 |
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Community Based Initiative |
10 |
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Partnerships with local groups |
10 |
|
Initiatives to show sustainability of program/event |
10 |
|
Commitment to CVR Policy PD 021, Program Outcomes |
15 |
|
Commitment to recreation focus: Seniors, Youth, Education, Healthy Living, Community Enhancement |
15 |