The following programs are available to help with overcoming financial barriers to sport and recreation.
Jumpstart
Application: Apply here Deadline: First come first serve Amount: Up to $600 per calendar year Age: 4 to 18 years old Guidelines: Funding available for any sustained program that lasts a season. Funding must be for on-going programs or activities. Website: Individual Child Grants – Jumpstart
kidsport
Application: Apply here Deadline: January 31, May 1, September 1 Amount: $200 per calendar year Age: 18 and under Guidelines: Sport activity must be recongized by Sport NB. Funding is for registration and equipment fees. School sports and travel are not eligible expenses. Contact: 506-451-1320 or 1-888-KIDSPORT Website: Home - KidSport New Brunswick
western valley p.r.o kids
Application: Apply here Deadline: First come first serve Amount: $300 per calendar year Age: 18 and under Guidelines: Funding for recreation, sport or cultural program and who are not currently participating in other paid recreation programs. It is not intended to supplement participation in more than one activity at a time. Contact: Connie Trecartin - connie.trecartin@rogers.com or 506-375-0814 Website: Western Valley Recreation Association – Connecting Our Communities
Hockey Canada Assist fund
Application: Apply here Applications Open: August 1 Amount: Up to $500 in registration fee subsidies Age: 4 to 18 years old Guidelines: Applicants must be registering a child with a Hockey Canada-sanctioned local hockey association (LHA) for the 2026-27 season. Website: Hockey Canada Assist Fund