Canada Community Receive Tender

28 community projects across Yukon are receiving a total of 909409 in Tier 1 and Tier 2 funding through the Community Development Fund.Funding recipients include Watson Lake Riding Association for construction and building improvements Kluane First Nation for a memorial park Whistle Bend Community Garden Coalition to establish a community garden Whitehorse Firefighters Charitable Society for a textile baler to help with the redistribution and sale of reusable clothing and the Boys and Girls Club of Yukon to host a national youth development conference.The Government of Yukon is proud to support projects that promote community wellbeing while creating employment opportunities in Yukon communities. These projects enhance sustainability and will expand cultural and recreational opportunities across the territory.Minister of Economic Development Ranj PillaiThe Watson Lake Riding Association is pleased to receive support from the Community Development Fund for improvements to our facilities. This facility provides opportunities for the community to experience a number of healthy outdoor activities with programs offering the equestrian experience to youth as well as adults.Watson Lake Riding Association President Rick HarderWhistle Bend Community Garden is thankful to receive Community Development Fund support for our community garden which will allow us to produce quality food for the community. Upcoming tasks include raised beds soil building berry plants greenhouses fencing and irrigation.Whistle Bend Community Garden President Eoin SheridanQuick Facts The Community Development Fund provides funding for projects events and initiatives that offer long-term sustainable economic and social benefits for Yukon communities. Funding is divided into three tiers with the following application deadlinesTier 1 Applications of 20000 or less January 15 May 15 July 15 and October 15.Tier 2 Applications between 20000 and 75000 April 15 and September 15.Tier 3 Applications over 75000 January 15.