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Community Action Fund
What is the Community Action Fund?
The Community Action Fund provides financial support to residents of Truro and Colchester County, helping them participate in experiences that promote physical, social, intellectual, creative, and spiritual well-being. By engaging in recreational activities, individuals can build confidence and self-esteem, improve health and wellness, develop leadership skills, forge friendships, and enjoy the opportunity to be part of a team.
How Can I Contribute to the Fund?
The Community Action Fund relies on the generosity of the community. If you would like to make a donation, please do so through the United Way of Colchester & Cumberland Counties. Donations can be made by calling United Way at 902-895-9313 or emailing
The Why
Recreation and sport activities are essential to fostering stronger, healthier communities. A legacy donation from the late William “Bill” Lake sparked a partnership between the United Way of Colchester, Town of Truro, and Colchester County to provide financial support for individuals of all ages to engage in local recreational activities. This promotes an active lifestyle and encourages community well-being. It is our hope that others will be inspired by Bill Lake’s generosity and contribute to the ongoing strength of our community.
Who Can Apply?
Residents of the Town of Truro and Colchester County who need financial assistance to participate in a recreational activity are eligible to apply, provided they do not qualify for other existing funding programs (such as KidSport, Jump Start, Hockey Canada Foundation Assist Fund, etc.) due to the type of sport/activity or age restrictions.
Please note the following:
- The total amount requested annually cannot exceed $200.
- Only one application can be submitted for a recreational activity/sport per person, per calendar year.
- Application deadlines are as follows: Jan. 1, Mar. 1, June 1, Sept. 1, and Nov. 1.
Other Helpful Links:
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Jump Start
Sometimes, families need financial assistance to get their kids involved in sports or physical activities. Jumpstart helps families access a variety of activities, from boxing to bowling, skating to skiing, and more. Individual Child Grant applications may no longer be accepted at your local Chapter, so please log in to your Jumpstart account to confirm the Chapter’s status.
Jumpstart - Individual Child Grants -
KidSport Nova Scotia
KidSport Nova Scotia provides grants to cover the costs of sport registration and equipment for children aged 18 and under. Since 1994, KidSport Nova Scotia has supported over 37,400 children and granted more than $10.1 million to help kids participate in sports.
KidSport Nova Scotia
Please Note:
The Town of Truro does not review applications for Jumpstart or KidSport. The Community Action Fund is supported by the United Way, Town of Truro, and Colchester County Recreation Departments.
This is a new page about an upcoming festival.
What is Nova Scotia Walk Day?
A FREE event celebrating how walking connects us to our communities and each other.
Why Participate?
Enjoy the many physical, social and mental health benefits of connecting with members of your community in a gentle, friendly walk. You also get to visit Kiwanis Park which is a small but picturesque park located in the west end of Truro ideal for walking and jogging, picnics, photography and watching the ducks. There are multiple benches along this paved path and 2.5 laps around the pond is equal to 1.6km.
Why Walking?
Walking is the most underrated form of exercise! Science shows that placing one foot in front of the other leads to some seriously impressive mental and physical benefits. Walking, and especially walking in groups, is the perfect activity for a person’s physical, mental, and social well-being. Connecting with people in your community and moving your body means you are better able to do the things you love.
What is Qigong?
Qigong (pronounced chee-gung) is based on repetitions of sets of movements, designed to benefit health on many levels. Even a few minutes of practice can have an invigorating and rejuvenating effect.
About the Event
Stay tuned for info on the 2024 event.
It's almost Colchester Bike Week and that means it's almost time for the Truro Bicycle Rodeo. 
This event was postponed, stay tuned, we will announce a new date as soon as it is selected.
Location: Colchester Legion Stadium Parking Lot
There are three time slots available and pre-registration preferred.
- Group 1 - 10:00-10:30am
- Group 2 - 10:30-11:00am
- Group 3 - 11:00-11:30am
Participants will develop their riding skills by learning new techniques, proper helmet fitting, and participating in drills and traffic simulations.
Prizes will be awarded 11:30 am - 12:00 pm. You do not have to be in attendance to win.
Part of the event includes a bike parade where participants get to ride their bikes through the streets. You do not have to pre-register for this.
The bike parade will take place from 12:00 pm -1:00 pm! The parade will depart the Colchester Legion Stadium, turn right onto Lorne St, turn right on Queen St, turn left on Commercial St, turn left on Prince St, turn left on Lorne St, and head back to the parking lot of the Stadium.
Don't forget your bike and helmet!
Registration
Online registraton is now closed. We are still accepting walk ins for the first two time slots: Group 1 - 10:00-10:30am, and - Group 2 - 10:30-11:00am.
For more information contact:
Shannon Jarvis
902-893-6093
