Attachment 1 2016 Operational Grants OPERATIONAL DESCRIPTIONS 1) Organization: Alberta Aviation Museum Grant Recommendation : $96,188.45 Applicant Overview: The AAMA’s mission statement is, “to tell the story of Edmonton’s rich aviation legacy through exciting displays and activities related to Alberta and the north, past, present, and future”. The AAMA has been undergoing many changes both internally and externally. With the closure of the City Centre Airport the museum has had to adapt to the reduced ability to do certain types of events. 2) Organization: Alberta Genealogical Society Grant Recommendation: $ 26,285.16 Applicant Overview: Founded in 1973, the AGS is a non-profit organization which, for the past forty years, has promoted the study of genealogy and genealogical research within the province of Alberta. Our mission is “to provide support and services for people researching their family history and genealogy”. As a society with 11 branches in various locations across the province, we endeavour to make the best resources available and provide assistance for genealogical research in the Province of Alberta to both members and non-members. AGS’ head office with two paid staff members (Office Coordinator & Bookkeeper), main library and main collection are located in Edmonton. 62% of its 778 members are from Edmonton (448) or AGS Only (35). In 2014, our AGM, annual board retreat, annual conference (open to members and the public) took place in Edmonton. 3) Organization: Alberta Labour History Institute Grant Recommendation: $13,488.83 Applicant Overview: The founding mission of the ALHI is to contribute to an historical awareness of workers’ past, which is crucial to the pride and dignity that workers today have in the jobs they do, in the communities they build and, ultimately, in their sense of self worth. ALHI collects materials from working people including oral histories, photographs, and documents with a view to: education dissemination in many forms, including books, booklets, portable graphical displays, web-based delivery, video productions and special events such as conferences; and organizing and donating these materials to the Provincial Archives of Alberta. 4) Organization: Alberta Pioneer Railway Association Grant Recommendation: $ 11,268.57 Applicant Overview: T he Alberta Pioneer Railway Association (APRA) operates the Alberta Railway Museum (ARM). The APRA is a non-profit organization of Page 1 of 6 Report: <Report#> Attachment 1 2016 Grant Recommendations volunteers dedicated to the collection, preservation, restoration, and interpretation of artifacts that represent the technology and history of the Canadian National and Northern Alberta Railways (NAR) in Edmonton & Western Canada as well as industrial and short line railways. The ARM educates visitors in the role and relevance of railways in the development of Edmonton & western Canada. The ARM is the largest railway museum in Alberta. The collection represents aspects of railway operation that are often unknown to the general public and presents a significant education experience and historical resource. The APRA has over 75 railway cars, steam and diesel locomotives and rolling stock in our collection, including CN’s first mainline diesel locomotive #9000 and the NAR’s Superintendent’s Business car. 5) Organization: Friends of Rutherford House Society Grant Recommendation: $1,305.00 Applicant Overview: Friends of Rutherford House Society’s primary objectives include: to assist in the preservation and maintenance of the Rutherford House, a structure of historical influence, to foster an awareness and appreciation of Alexander Cameron Rutherford, his role in the formation of the University of Alberta, and his contribution to western Canadian history, and to foster an awareness and appreciation of the Rutherford family and Edmonton society during the early 20 th century. 6) Organization: Loyal Edmonton Regiment Museum Grant Recommendation: $6,807.97 Applicant Overview: The mission is to preserve the military heritage of the Loyal Edmonton Regiment and other central and northern Alberta military units, to honor past and present military service, and to promote a greater understanding of the legacy of military service of Edmonton and Northern Alberta. Their vision is to provide an environment for visitors to experience the proud history and traditions of the military in the Edmonton area through educational programs, tours, exhibits, research services, and our website. 7) Organization: Old Strathcona Foundation Grant Recommendation: $ 14,609.94 Applicant Overview: The OSF’s mandate is to preserve, protect, and promote the historical story of Old Strathcona including the celebration of the heritage of the area and the stewardship of its historical assets for a vibrant community. The OSF’s primary purposes are to sponsor, establish, and administer a heritage conservation area within the boundaries of the Town of Strathcona as it existed prior to amalgamation with the City of Edmonton, honouring the citizens, preserving the buildings and artifacts and portraying the community of the era. The official boundaries of the OSF are from 101 Street to 106 Street, 80 Avenue to Saskatchewan Drive. However, the OSF is involved with many programs and events which fall outside the boundaries. Page 2 of 6 Report: <Report Number> 2016 Grant Recommendations 8) Organization: Societe Historique Francophone de l’Alberta Grant Recommendation: $ 30,567.00 Applicant Overview: La Societe historique francophone de l’Alberta has been active in the francophone community since 2004. The foremost goal of SHFA is the preservation of the heritage and history of Albertan Francophone. La SHFA will not only preserve heritage, but also make it accessible to the community. Data collection and dissemination to the public are important aspects of the strategic plan of SHFA. 9) Organization: The Telephone Historic Centre Grant Recommendation: $15,039.90 Applicant Overview: The Telephone Historical Centre aims to achieve the acquisition, research, organization, documentation, exhibition, and storage of historical materials relating to the development of the telephone industry in Edmonton and the development of telecommunications technology in general. The purpose of the museum is to preserve these artefacts and archival records for school children, the telecommunications industry, and the general public. 2016 Project Grants 1) Project Name: Mining and Showcasing the Aural Treasures of CKUA’s Past Applicant Organization: CKUA Grant Recommendation: $ 15,000 Additional Support Material : Yes, CKUA Program Schedule Project Summary: CKUA seeks funding to support the Mining and Showcasing the Aural Treasures of CKUA’s Past – creating an Interpretive Exhibit & Special Programming for CKUA Radio. By researching and creating an engaging interpretive exhibit and some audio content, CKUA Radio will inspire and engage Edmontonians in learning about the important role CKUA Radio played, and continues to play, in telling our stories. This project will support a) the research and writing of the storyline/copy for the interpretive exhibit and b) the archival work and digitization of significant CKUA records throughout our 90-year history. 2) Project Name: Fringe 35th Anniversary Project Coordinator Applicant Organization: Fringe Theatre Adventures Grant Recommendation: $10,000.00 Additional Support Material: Yes, rental client list Project Summary: Fringe Theatre Adventures (FTA), the producer of North America’s largest and longest running Fringe, the Edmonton International Fringe Theatre Festival. Is looking to hire a 35 th Anniversary Project Coordinator with a background in historical collection and curation to assist and teach FTA how to assemble, preserve, and organize 35 years of Fringe memorabilia, promotional material, and oral histories. 2016 marks the Fringe’s 35 th Anniversary and as part of the celebrations, FTA will be updating the Fringe documentary, expanding its Page 3 of 6 Report: <Report Number> 2016 Grant Recommendations pod cast series, setting up a designed historical display during the festival, and selling a commemorative 35 th Anniversary Colouring Book. 3) Project Name: Heritage Urban Landscape: Management Strategy and Stakeholder Engagement Applicant Organization: Old Strathcona Foundation Grant Recommendation: $ 6.000.00 Additional Support Material: Yes, draft report Project Summary: The OSF intends to implement the Historic Urban Landscape (HUL) process to develop a toolkit of regulations, policies, and programs that enable urban growth while respecting the unique heritage and cultural character of our neighbourhood through Board development and community consultations. 4) Project Name: Strathcona Public Space Applicant Organization: Old Strathcona Foundation Grant Recommendation: $ 9,961.00 Additional Support Material: Yes Project Summary: To develop a well defined public space that will enrich the community of Old Strathcona and Edmonton as a whole. The space will feature areas for festivals, markets, and recreation, all of which have a positive impact on the vibrancy of the human experience, while entwining the historical story of Old Strathcona throughout the space. 5) Project Name: Beverly History School Programs Curriculum Guide Applicant Organization: Olde Towne Beverly Historical Society Grant Recommendation: $ 5,700.00 Additional Support Material: No Project Summary: This project will see the development of a curriculum guide that will allow teachers to access resources