We're working to build communities one block at a time. Cold Lake residents, on behalf of their neighbourhood, can apply for funding of up to $150 per year to throw a Neighbourhood Block Party!

It seems to be a growing trend that relationships in many neighbourhoods are becoming less personal than they were years ago. This could be from families becoming more transient, children becoming more involved in activities away from home, or an increase in both parents working. A Neighbourhood Block Party is a great way to improve connections or build relationships with your neighbours. Block Parties are a great way for neighbours to share an evening of fun, food, and entertainment. Remember that as friendships grow, so do safe and caring neighbourhoods.

WIN A NEIGHBOURHOOD BLOCK PARTY IN 2022!
This spring/summer, we're giving away a FREE Neighbourhood Block Party to one lucky Cold Lake neighbourhood! The party includes food, games, and activities for 100 people, plus City staff and volunteers to facilitate the fun. To win the party, we want to know what makes your neighbourhood caring and engaged. Send us a photo, write a story or poem, or draw a picture showing why your neighbourhood deserves to win. Fill out and submit the online form or download the printable version (PDF) and email it to fcss@coldlake.com. The application deadline is Friday, May 27, 2022.

Other important forms:

• Neighbourhood Block Party Application Form
• Neighbourhood Block Party Reimbursement Form
• Neighbourhood Block Party Poster
• Equipment Loan Out Form

On the registration form, applicants can request to use the popcorn machine, garbage and recycling bins, and an activity bag. The activity bags contain a soccer ball, basketball, bean bag toss, lawn darts, and badminton rackets with a net.

Wondering if there's a party happening in your neighbourhood, or if there's ever been one before? Call Cold Lake and District FCSS to find out at 780-594-4495.