Heritage Grant Program

The Heritage Grant Program is currently a pilot program intended to help conserve our community’s heritage by providing financial support for eligible heritage projects led by residents, organizations, and members of local First Nations.

2026 Heritage Grant Program Recipients

There were two recipients identified in from the pilot year of the Heritage Grant program. One project was under the built heritage stream, and the other was for cultural heritage.

Built Heritage

James Rowley is the recipient of a grant for their built heritage project at the historic Whitehead residence. This home, originally built in 1923, is representative of Port Hammond in the early 20th century. Character-defining elements of the building include items such as the original interior detailing, wood doors and windows, and brick chimneys. Funding is being provided for James’ project to support installation of storm windows to the remaining single-paned windows on the main floor, which will contribute to lower energy costs and greater efficiency as a building.

Cultural Heritage

The recipient of a cultural heritage grant for their translation project is the Maple Ridge Historical Society. This project will involve engaging individuals to translate a basic introduction of the history of Maple Ridge into a variety of verbal languages as well as American Sign Language – which will then be available to visitors exploring the museum.

Applications for Heritage Grants are currently closed.

For complete details regarding the program, funding streams, eligibility, and the review process please refer to the Heritage Grant Program Guide.

Heritage Grant Program Guide

Funding Streams

Two different funding streams are available based on the type of heritage project - the Built Heritage funding stream and the Cultural Heritage funding stream.

For projects related to the conservation of heritage buildings, such as restoring exterior heritage attributes or increasing energy efficiency. By providing financial support towards the maintenance of heritage buildings, the Built Heritage funding stream is intended to encourage private property owners to protect and celebrate these important heritage resources.

For more details refer to the Heritage Grant Program Guide.

For projects related to arts, oral traditions, social practices, rituals, festive events, or knowledge and may include performing, teaching, documenting, or sharing content related to the community’s Cultural Heritage or local Indigenous heritage. This funding stream recognizes that much of our community’s heritage is embedded in the practices that bring us together and pass knowledge to future generations.

For more details refer to the Heritage Grant Program Guide.

Available Funding

A total of $20,000 in funding is available to the community as part of the Heritage Grant Program. Heritage grants may fund a maximum of 50% of the total project costs, with the remaining amount covered by the applicant. Built Heritage projects may receive up to $4,000 in funding and Cultural Heritage projects may receive up to $2,000 in funding. For smaller projects, applicants may apply for an amount less than the specified maximums if desired.

Eligibility and Review Process

Eligible applications received during the intake period are reviewed by a panel of City staff. Applications are evaluated based on a set criteria, including heritage relevance, proposed use of funds and potential community benefit. Following the review by City staff, the recommended heritage grant recipients will be forwarded to Council for final approval.

How to Apply

Applications are currently closed.

To apply for a City of Maple Ridge Heritage Grant, please refer to the Heritage Grant Program Guide and complete a Heritage Grant Application form (available in either digital fillable format or printable).

Questions

If you have any questions related to the Heritage Grant Pilot Program please refer to the Heritage Grant Program Guide or contact Heritage@MapleRidge.ca.