FCL supports 14 community projects in Western Canada

Who: Federated Co-operatives Limited (FCL) 

What: The company announced that 14 community projects will receive funding through the Co-op Community Spaces program.

In its eleventh year, the program will invest a total of $1 million benefitting local projects in communities across Western Canada. 

In 2025, the projects range from British Columbia to Manitoba and will continue a legacy of community enrichment and beautification through investments in recreation, environmental conservation and urban agriculture.

As a result of a competitive application process, the following projects have been selected to receive funding:

Co-op Community Gazebo — Mackenzie, B.C.

Towne Theatre Accessibility Upgrades — Vernon, B.C.

Co-op Community Market Square — Two Hills, Alta.

Co-op Community Hall — Valleyview, Alta.

Outdoor Recreation Hub — Rocky Mountain House, Alta.

Dressing Room & Announcer Booth Project — Pincher Creek, Alta.

Co-op Community Agricultural Hub — North Battleford, Sask.

Co-op Community Eco Kids Outdoor Learning Centre — Wynyard, Sask.

Coteau Hills Elementary & Our Lady of Hope Catholic School Playground — Moose Jaw, Sask.

Outlook Elementary School Accessible Playground — Outlook, Sask.

Co-op Community Walking & Healing Path — Okanese First Nation, Sask.

Co-op Community Playground — La Salle, Man.

RM of Springfield Co-op Community Pool — Dugald, Man.

Co-op Community Playground — Kenton, Man. 

“Congratulations to this year’s Community Spaces recipients, their local Co-ops, and all those who will play a role in bringing these meaningful projects to life,” said Heather Ryan, FCL CEO, in a press release. “Our Community Spaces program is more than just an investment in infrastructure—it’s a commitment to the people and places that help build sustainable communities together. We’re proud to support these initiatives and witness the lasting impacts they will have in their communities for years to come.”

Each year, Co-op Community Spaces provides capital funding ranging from $25,000 to $150,000 to support projects focused on recreation, environmental conservation and urban agriculture. 

Since its launch in 2015, Co-op Community Spaces has invested $14.5 million in more than 200 community projects across Western Canada.