Where can I find lower cost activities?
- Continually check out the Events page for FREE & low-cost activities and events happening in Brantford, County of Brant and Six Nations.
- In the Activity List or Activity Map, choose a location (Brantford, County of Brant or Six Nations) and then type the word FREE in the Search by Activity box.
- Contact the financial supports listed below.
Where can I find lower cost equipment?
- Talk to family, friends, neighbours and co-workers to see if they have unused equipment.
- Thrift stores often have sports equipment.
- Check www.kijiji.ca for those "offering" equipment or post a "wanted" ad.
Who can I contact for financial support?
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Arnold Anderson Sport Fund
A non-profit organization which will pay sport registration fees for those children who could not otherwise afford to play. For applications or to make a donation call 519.759.8404 or email aasportfund@kwic.com.
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Canadian Tire Jumpstart
To apply for funding: call the toll free number (1-877-616-6600) year round and a representative will provide you with the contact information of your local Canadian Tire Jumpstart chapter, based on your postal code. The Canadian Tire Jumpstart chapter contact will require detailed information about the children applying for funding, the organization where the activity will take place and the costs of the activity. A financial needs assessment may also be required to determine eligibility. Read more.
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Children's Fitness Tax Credit
Do you know about the Children's Fitness Tax Credit? The Government of Canada allows a non-refundable tax credit based on eligible fitness expenses paid by parents to register a child in a prescribed program of physical activity. Read more.
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BRANTFORD
Can We Help?
Brantford Parks and Recreation would like to ensure that all children and youth of our municipality have the opportunity to access recreation and leisure service. To make this possible, financial assistance is available to qualified applicants for most registered or drop in programs offered by Brantford Parks and Recreation. Call 519.756.1500.
Wayne Gretzky Foundation
The foundations mission is to provide less fortunate youth with the opportunity to experience the sport of hockey. Donations of hockey equipment and ice time are available, as well as the opportunity for young people to attend professional hockey games. Call 519.752.7199.
Wayne Gretzky Sports Centre
Financial assistance is available for children and youth based on total household yearly income and the number of people in your family, for swimming lessons, day camp and pool punch cards. Call 519.756.9900.
YMCA
As a charitable organization, the YMCA strives to serve all segments of the community, including those with limited financial means. Donors to the YMCA make this possible. If financial circumstances are limiting your ability to participate, assistance may be provided. Please contact us for more information. All inquiries will be held in strict confidence. Please contact us at 519.752.6568 or brantford_membership@ymca.ca. Read more about the Brantford Family YMCA.
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COUNTY OF BRANT
We Can Help
The County of Brant Parks & Recreation would like to ensure that all children and youth of our Municipality have the opportunity to access recreation and leisure services. Assistance is available to eligible children and youth from 0 to 18 years of age. Subsidies are limited to 2 activities or programs per participant per session depending on funding available. Assistance is available for program registration, material fees and transportation. Please contact Lisa Koekoek at 519.442.6324 x 3025 to make your appointment today.
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SIX NATIONS
Dreamcatcher Charitable Foundation
Read more here.
Hills Instant Replay New & Used Sporting Goods
Save money by purchasing used sporting equipment. Visit the store at 1741 4th Line, Ohsweken. Call 519.445.2466 for hours of operation.
Six Nations Parks and Recreation
Financial assistance for recreation programs is available through Six Nations Parks and Recreation. Skates and helmets are available for loan. Call 519.445.4311.
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