Luseland School celebrates grant for new playground
By Kate Winquist
LUSELAND - Luseland District School shared welcome news on Nov. 14, announcing it has received a major grant to help build a new playground.
“We are so excited — we’ve received the grant for our new playground! Thank you to the SCC and all of our donors who helped us raise $50K to be matched by this grant! The new playground will be installed in the spring,” the school wrote on its Facebook page.
The project marks a significant investment in school and community recreation, coming at a time when playground funding opportunities are expanding across Saskatchewan.
Earlier this year, the provincial government introduced a new three-year program that will support the construction or renewal of about 70 playgrounds in schools and communities. The program, administered by the Saskatchewan Parks and Recreation Association, will begin accepting applications in September 2025.
The fund offers matching grants of up to $50,000 on a first-come, first-served basis. All approved projects must meet CSA safety standards.
The matching model allows local fundraising efforts to go further. A community contribution of $50,000 can unlock a total of $100,000 for playground equipment, making it one of the most substantial funding opportunities available to schools and municipalities.
Eligible applicants include schools, community groups and municipalities. Applicants must demonstrate matching funds and submit drawings, quotes and budgets as part of their application package.
1 Stop Playgrounds, a company based in Humboldt, Sask., offers design support, equipment quotes and application preparation for groups pursuing the provincial grant. The company, which has completed projects across Saskatchewan since 2010, says early preparation will be key because funds will be allocated in the order applications are received.
With Luseland District School’s funding now secured, planning is underway for installation in the spring. The new playground is expected to enhance outdoor play opportunities for students and the broader community.