Canadian Tire Jumpstart and Miramichi

Boys and Girls Club

Funding for Recreational Activity

Program Goal

Canadian Tire Jumpstart and Miramichi Boys and Girls Club recognize that increased physical activity plays an important and essential role in healthy development of youth.  Canadian Tire JumpStart program contributes funds to ensure that youth in Miramichi will have the opportunity to participate in recreational activity. 

Funding

Annual contribution from Canadian Tire Jumpstart Program to fund recreational activities in our community

Application Process

• Apply to Boys and Girls Club: pick up and drop off application
• Children between the ages of  4 - 18  yrs are eligible
• Equal opportunity will be provided to boys and girls
• Deadlines for applications is May and September

Payment for Equipment

The goal of this program is to ensure that youth who are facing financial barriers to participating in recreational activities, are given a sporting chance! 

Requests can be made for financial assistance related to equipment costs and registration fees.

Recommended funding available per youth

Youth ages 4 – 11 yrs:   up to $200

Youth ages 12 - 18 yrs old:  up to $300

Families are eligible to apply for funding for more than one child

Funding may be applied for once per calendar year

Recreational Guidelines

Any sport or recreational activity is eligible for funding to equip the youth with gear

Organized activities are recommended i.e soccer, baseball, hockey

Decision

• Successful applicants will be notified 30 days after application deadline