Community investment
Giving back is core to our culture
Long-term partnerships with long-term impact is at the heart of our community giving program. Through corporate giving, employee donations and volunteerism, we are proud to support the communities where we live and operate.
Our people are passionate about giving back. Through volunteerism on ARC Days of Caring, fundraising campaigns and events, we prioritize giving back and rolling up sleeves to support our communities.
Our goal is to commit a minimum of $3 million annually to community development initiatives.
To help our employees make a meaningful contribution to the community causes they care about most, we’ve launched the ARC Donation Matching Program, offering each employee the opportunity to donate up to $500 each year towards thousands of Canadian causes – and receive a company match to double the impact.
Our giving focus areas
Mental health and wellness
Children
Education
Culture
Where we invest
We support causes and organizations that serve the communities near our operations: Fort St. John, Dawson Creek, Grande Prairie, Valleyview, Calgary and other areas near our operations.
Eligibility
- Be located in or serving an ARC community
- Have a registered charity number or be an established non-profit community organization
- Be in sound financial condition
Limitations and exclusions
Except in special circumstances, donations will not be made to the following:
- Individuals
- Religious organizations (except for those with non-faith-based purposes)
- Third-party fundraisers
- Professional conventions, conferences or seminars, unless industry-related
- Travel for individuals or groups
- Programs outside of the regions or communities where ARC does business
- Political events
Apply for funding
Submit an application to receive support for community initiatives focused on mental health & wellness, children, education, and culture.
We review proposals on an ongoing basis, which can take up to six weeks.
Need extra assistance?
For questions regarding the process or status of your application:
Making an impact
Our long-term community partners
Learn more
For more information on our commitment to communities, read our 2022 ESG Report.
