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Applications NOW OPEN for the second intake of the ITA Tourism Development Fund 🏵

APPLY TODAY, if you have a project in mind that contributes to the core Manitoba tourism experience, with a unique blend of cultural and nature-based attractions and travel experiences, our program can provide financial support to help you develop new, or enhance existing, tourism products/experiences.

Here’s what to do…

1. Read the  ITA Tourism Development Fund NEW Guidelines 2021
2. Gather data, plans, and budget details that are requested before diving in
3. ****(Required) Prior to formalizing an application, project applicants should review the Tourism Development Guidelines attached and then contact one of the following Community Futures Representatives to discuss the project scope and eligibility:
   • Community Futures West Interlake: admin@westinterlake.com
   • Community Futures East Interlake: info@eastinterlake.com
4. Review the resources below and fill out the ITA Tourism Development Grant Application (fillable PDF – Be sure to save the PDF to your desktop AFTER completing) OR use our ONLINE FORM to submit. For a copy, please email admin@interlaketourism.com
5. Answer all parts of all questions
6. Give the budget request proper attention
   • Outline your matching funds
   • The request does not exceed the maximum amount of the grant
   • The request is in line with your program plan outlined in the grant
7. Submit all support letters
8. Please forward all completed applications and materials to Melissa (admin@interlaketourism.com) or Community Futures

Resources:

Watch the Grant Writing Webinar Recording HERE  (35 minutes)

**ITA Tourism Development Fund Webinar Presentation Slides**

**Community Futures Grant Writing Tips and Tricks**

**EXAMPLE ITA Tourism Development Grant Application**

**EXAMPLE Online Form Version**

**Example Budget**

The webinar is a great resource for people who want clarification on the application, are new to the process…or for those who want tips and tricks on writing grants to help with future applications! 😁 (Get the inside scoop of what assessors look for)