The province of Saskatchewan has approved more than 40 school playground projects through a new grant program it launched in fall 2025.

The program provides up to $50,000 per project to match what parent and volunteer school councils raise through fundraisers and other efforts. So far, the province has approved more than $2.3 million in funding. Public schools can use the money to build new playgrounds or add or replace equipment.

“Playgrounds play such an important role in the early development and formative years for children,” Parks, Culture, and Sport Minister Alana Ross said. “That is why we are proud to support the efforts of parent and school community groups to ensure every child has a place to play.”

The initiative is delivered in partnership with the Saskatchewan Parks and Recreation Association (SPRA). “The early interest in the School Playground Equipment Grant demonstrates the value and importance of recreation across our province,” said SPRA President Darcy McLeod. “The volunteer community councils and parent groups are the true catalysts behind these projects, all for the betterment and wellbeing of their schools, neighbourhoods and communities.”

The current application period runs until February 25, 2026, and the province will invest $3.75 million in the program each year for the next four years.

Full guidelines along with the online grant application are available on the SPRA website.