Stomping Grounds Recipients Announced

ADAMA Canada has announced 22 community projects from across Canada that will be receiving funding of up to $10,000 each through the company’s Stomping Grounds community investment initiative.

“Every application tells a story of hope, pride and possibility for the community it serves. What truly stands out isn’t just the impact of the investment – it’s the heart behind it. The passion, commitment and genuine care that people pour into their submissions is incredibly inspiring,” says Jodi Starodub, Marketing Lead at ADAMA Canada.

“We had close to 200 projects submitted this year and I know our selection committee did not have an easy task selecting the recipients, but it is a privilege to help turn big dreams into reality through Stomping Grounds,” she says.

Through the initiative, the company will invest a total of $127,000 this year in projects such as rinks and playgrounds, child/senior care centres, agricultural education and community programs that strengthen the fabric of rural communities across Canada.

The 22 Stomping Grounds community initiatives that ADAMA will be investing in this year include:

• A gazebo for events and seating around the outdoor arena and ball diamonds in Crestomere, Alta., to entice more gatherings at these outdoor spaces.
• The Hugh Sutherland School Agriculture Academy in Carstairs, Alta., which offers a unique opportunity for students to prepare for future careers in this vital sector.
• A vegetable dehydrator for Peace Country Gleaners Society in La Crete, Alta., to help in the production of up to 9 million servings of dried soup they donate to food banks annually.
• A new playground at the Friedenstal Hall grounds in Fairview, Alta., that will serve as a central, multi-generational hub and provide essential outdoor amenities.
• Renovations to the Mannville Recreation Center in Mannville, Alta., which is home to the community’s arena, curling rink, hall and conference room.
• Structural repairs to the Bassano Elks Lodge in Bassano, Alta., which has become integral to the community for hosting meetings and events. 
• The Rolling Hills School Agriculture Academy in Rolling Hills, Alta., which provides hands‑on learning that builds practical skills and understanding of local agriculture.
• An initiative to build a new multi-functional facility in Langenburg, Sask., which is planned to include a rink and walking track to become the meeting hub of the community.
• Bleachers and indoor seating to provide comfortable seating and help complete the new ice rink in Ituna, Sask.
• A new ice plant for La Palestre Arena in Gravelbourg, Sask., to replace the failing refrigeration system with a more efficient and environmentally friendly one.
• A new playground and surfacing to provide kids in Mankota, Sask., with a safe place to play and the community a hub for connection and growth.
• Personal protective equipment and anhydrous ammonia incident response training for the fire departments of Wawota, Carnduff, Carlyle and Stoughton, Sask.
• Installation of a fence around the outdoor play area of Little Seedlings Daycare in Wilkie, Sask., so the children have a secure, controlled space for outdoor activities.
• Renovations to the Kinistino Sports Complex in Kinistino, Sask., to accommodate a new ice plant and provide washroom facilities for the neighbouring ball diamonds.
• The recently opened Little Acres Learning Centre in Davidson, Sask., that provides care and early learning to over 50 children from the community and surrounding area.
• A new ice plant for the Goodsoil Arena in Goodsoil, Sask., so children and adults in the community continue to have a place to come together to enjoy the sports they love.
• The launch of a new food bank in Eston, Sask., to strengthen access to nutritious food, reduce stigma and create a coordinated, sustainable support system.
• Five accessible structures and wood fiber surfacing for the Oak Bluff Community School playground in Oak Bluff, Man., to improve accessibility and inclusivity.
• Resurfacing an unused tennis court at Boissevain School in Boissevain, Man., to create an accessible custom-sized basketball court for all residents and visitors to enjoy.
• A virtual programming initiative from the Seniors Centre of Excellence in Drayton, Ont., to enhance program content and enrich the lives of seniors in the community.
• An agricultural education and event space at the Hants County Exhibition Fairgrounds in Windsor, N.S., to strengthen local food knowledge, support emerging farmers and foster community engagement.
• A CO₂ surgical laser for the QEII Health Sciences Centre Foundation in Summerside, P.E.I., to enable minimally invasive procedures with unmatched precision and efficiency.

With the announcement of these latest Stomping Grounds investment recipients, ADAMA Canada has contributed over half a million dollars to community investment initiatives since 2018.

“A common thing we’ve heard is that many of the smaller communities across rural Canada feel left out or overlooked when it comes to outside funding for local programs and facilities,” says Starodub. “It brings everyone at ADAMA great joy to support these communities and the backbone of rural Canada – agriculture - through Stomping Grounds.”